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Akadema Praying Mantis
Design innovation in catcher's mitts
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Praying Mantis for Catchers
APM40 33.5''
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APM66 34.5''
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APM40 33.5''
APM41 33''
APM42 32.5''
APM43 33''
AGC98 32''
APM241 33''
APP240 33.5''
APM66 34.5''
ABA47 33''
AEA65 34''
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In the insect world, the Praying Mantis devours its competition. Now conventional mitts face the same fate behind the plate. From the Spiral Lock web to the patent pending Stress Wedge and Double Flex-Hinge, this is the Next Generation catcher's mitt. Click for close-ups.
 


My son bought one of these years ago, used it then and it is still used now in bullpens, sometimes in games - held up really well. Nothing better than the sound of a fastball hitting that thunder pocket. - Richard Todd, WebBall

The original Akadema innovation for catchers

The Next Generation Catcher's Mitt. The APM-40 has Stress Wedge finger guard, added Finger Hammocks for sure fit, Double Flex-Hinge for quick snap closure, Spiral-Lock web to trap the ball. The 33.5-inch mitt that devours the competition.

APM40 33.5''

$133.77
Join Team Players, pay $120.39
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

Note: Left-Throw out-of-stock until approx Nov. 15.  

 


Praying Mantis catcher's mitt in Precision Kip Leather

Praying Mantis features in the new Kip Leather. The APM-41 is a 33 inch diameter mitt with Stress Wedge finger guard, added Finger Hammocks for sure fit, Double Flex-Hinge for quick snap closure, Spiral-Lock web to trap the ball.

APM41 33''

$144.77
Join Team Players, pay $130.29
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


Akadema innovation in two-tone catcher mitt

With Stress Wedge finger guard, added Finger Hammocks for sure fit, Double Flex-Hinge for quick snap closure, Spiral-Lock web to trap the ball, and Thunderpocket design. The APM-42 is a slightly smaller mitt (32.5") but still offers pro performance. New colors for 2012.

 


APM42 32.5''

$133.77
Join Team Players, pay $120.39
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


Absolute stopping power

All the capabilities of the Akadema Praying Mantis with the ultimate Torino upgrade... Kip leather in a tan and chocolate two-tone. The APM-43 has Stress Wedge finger guard, added Finger Hammocks for sure fit, Double Flex-Hinge for quick snap closure, Spiral-Lock web to trap the ball.


APM43 33''

$188.77
Join Team Players, pay $169.89
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


Gary Carter designed youth model of the Praying Mantis

The AGC-98 is a 32-inch circumference youth catcher's mitt with all the Praying Mantis features - the shock-absorbing Stress Wedge, secure finger placement, and Double Flex-Hinge so the glove snaps shut. New color pattern for 2012.

AGC98 32''


$72.77
Join Team Players, pay $65.49
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


Praying Mantis design in game-ready ProSoft leather

33” circumference, Spiral-Lock web, Stress-Wedge technology, Double-sided Slim Padding, Triple Hammock, open back, deep pocket.


APM241 33''

$91.77
Join Team Players, pay $82.59
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)  

 


Catcher's Mitt with Akadema design and Prosoft leather

33.5-inch circumference, with Akadema's Spiral-Lock web, Stress-Wedge technology, Double-sided Slim Padding, Triple Hammock, open back, deep pocket in ProSoft leather for casual play.

APP240 33.5''

$91.77 
Join Team Players, pay $82.59
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


All the Praying Mantis features for Fastpith

Spiral-Lock web, open back, Akadema¹s exclusive Grasp-Clasp wrist system, and deep pocket - for the serious fastpitch catcher. Has all Praying Mantis features - Stress Wedge, secure finger placement, and Double Flex-Hinge so the glove snaps shut.



Right throw available now. Left throw not until June 2.



APM66 34.5''


$91.77
Join Team Players, pay $82.59
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 


Slim-edge catcher's mitt with Pro features

33" circumference pattern, closed web, open back, and deep pocket designed for the professional catcher. The Akadema Professional Slim Edge design ensures softer hands and larger catching surface. The ABA-47 is hand-crafted with select U.S. Steerhide and Akadema 1/4" Rawhide black lacing. (Does not inclue all Praying Mantis features.)

ABA47 33''
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Fastpitch & Knuckleball catcher's mitt

Specifically designed for the girl's fastpitch catcher, this 34 inch circumference mitt has a strong, double T web pattern and tie strap. Both webbing and lacing in Akadema Pro Apache-tan®. The same style is often used to catch kuckleball baseball pitchers.


Back by popular demand in January 2012 - in limited quantity. We recommend you order over the holidays - don't miss out.

 


AEA65 34''


$91.77
Join Team Players, pay $82.59
S/H $13.95 to US48 from NJ. (Hawaii, Alaska, Canada will be surcharged up to $20, plus CDN brokerage)

 

WebBall exclusive...

We'll send you our own complete glove care guide with every purchase of an Akadema glove - any model, any price point. Only WebBall includes this level of information to support our customers and community.
 


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