Champro Optimus Pro Leg Guard CG186  

The Champro Optimus Pro Youth Leg Guard (CG186) is a 13.5-inch youth catcher's leg guard built for young catchers at every level of baseball and softball who need a premium leg guard that upgrades the core Optimus MVP protection platform with a contoured, adjustable DRI-GEAR moisture-wicking and BIO-FRESH antimicrobial liner that keeps the interior of the guard dry, fresh, and odor-free through youth competitive schedules and tournament play. The high-performance PE shin plate delivers improved flexibility and durability without added weight, the cantilever lining system minimizes impact transference to the shin, and vent holes keep airflow moving through the guard during play. Sold as a pair in five colorways at SPC Sports -- black, grey, navy, royal, and scarlet.

The contoured, adjustable liner is the defining upgrade that separates the Optimus Pro from the standard Optimus MVP leg guard -- engineered to follow the natural contour of the young catcher's lower leg for a more personalized, anatomically responsive fit that stays in position through every crouch, block, and pop-up without the liner shifting, bunching, or losing contact with the leg surface during active youth competitive play.

DRI-GEAR moisture-wicking technology in the liner actively draws sweat away from the young catcher's lower leg during play, keeping the interior of the guard drier and more comfortable through extended innings and warm weather tournament days -- a meaningful comfort advantage for youth catchers who wear their leg guards through the longest practice sessions and game schedules of their developing athletic careers.

BIO-FRESH antimicrobial technology in the liner inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the liner surface over time, keeping the interior of the guard fresher and more hygienic through repeated use across an entire youth season without the accelerated odor buildup that non-treated liner materials develop under the same intensity of use and sweat exposure from active young players.

The high-performance polyethylene shin plate delivers superior flexibility compared to rigid plastic shell designs so the guard follows the natural movement of the lower leg through every crouch, block, and pop-up without restricting the mobility that developing young catchers need to build proper catching mechanics, while the material's inherent durability resists cracking, deforming, and breaking down under the repeated ball and foul tip contact that youth competitive catchers absorb through a full season of games and practices.

The cantilever lining system minimizes impact transference to the shin by suspending the hard PE shell slightly away from the leg on the impact side, creating a buffer layer that absorbs and disperses ball contact forces before they reach the shin -- protecting young catchers from the sting and bruising that can discourage developing catchers from blocking aggressively during the critical stages of learning proper blocking technique at the youth level.

Vent holes in the shin plate allow airflow to circulate through the guard during active play, releasing heat from the contact surface between the guard and the lower leg so youth catchers stay cooler and more comfortable through extended innings and tournament days without the heat buildup that solid-shell designs retain against young legs during warm weather youth play.

At 2.27 lbs per pair the CG186 delivers the premium Pro liner upgrade in a youth size and weight profile that keeps young catchers mobile and comfortable through every rep of every practice and every inning of every game across the season.

This product comes with a 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty.

For more baseball and softball catcher's gear, browse the full baseball catcher's gear collection at SPC Sports. Shop all catcher's helmets to explore compatible helmet options, and browse catcher's gear accessories to complete your young catcher's setup behind the plate.

Specifications

Model: CG186 Brand: Champro Description: Optimus Pro Youth Leg Guard Size: Youth Shin Length: 13.5 in Shin Plate: High-Performance Polyethylene (PE) Lining: Contoured Adjustable / Cantilever System Liner Technology: DRI-GEAR Moisture-Wicking / BIO-FRESH Antimicrobial Ventilation: Vent Holes / Airflow System Weight: 2.27 lbs (Per Pair) Sport: Baseball / Fastpitch Softball

Available Colorways and SKUs / UPCs Black -- CG186B / 752044898807 Grey -- CG186GR / 752044098863 Navy -- CG186NY / 752044898814 Royal -- CG186RY / 752044898821 Scarlet -- CG186SC / 752044898838

FAQ

How does the Optimus Pro CG186 differ from the Optimus MVP CG106 at the same youth size? Both are 13.5-inch youth leg guards with high-performance PE shin plates, cantilever lining systems, and vent holes. The CG186 Pro upgrades to a contoured adjustable liner with DRI-GEAR moisture-wicking and BIO-FRESH antimicrobial technology for superior interior dryness, freshness, and hygiene through youth competitive schedules. The CG106 also features a double knee cap while the CG186 Pro does not specify a double knee -- choose based on whether the player prioritizes the premium liner upgrade or maximum knee protection.

What do DRI-GEAR and BIO-FRESH do in the liner? DRI-GEAR moisture-wicking technology actively draws sweat away from the young catcher's lower leg during play, keeping the interior drier and more comfortable through extended innings. BIO-FRESH antimicrobial technology inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the liner surface, keeping the guard fresher and more hygienic through repeated use across a full youth competitive season.

What is the cantilever lining system? The cantilever lining system suspends the hard PE shin plate slightly away from the leg on the impact side, creating a buffer layer that absorbs and disperses ball contact forces before they reach the shin -- protecting young catchers from the sting and bruising of direct shin contact during active youth competitive play.

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