HOW TO BREAK IN A BASEBALL GLOVE OR SOFTBALL GLOVE
HOW TO BREAK IN A BASEBALL GLOVE OR SOFTBALL GLOVE Anyone who’s played more than a year or two of ball can attest to the fact that gloves need to be broken in to perform to their fullest potential. There are various methods you can use to break in and soften your glove. Some of these methods can be used individually or in conjunction with others. Read on and we’ll cover the different ways to break in your glove, plus different methods on how to oil gloves. In this guide we'll cover: Breaking in Fielding Gloves Traditional Method Glove Steaming Manhandling Additional Tips for Breaking in Gloves Oils and Conditioners Glove Wraps What NOT to do When Breaking in Gloves Microwaving/Oven “Method” Inside the Car Breaking in Catcher’s Mitts and First Base Gloves BREAKING IN FIELDING GLOVES (BASEBALL OR SOFTBALL) After you determine the proper size and style and buy your fielding glove, you’ll probably immediately notice that it’s stiff and doesn’t have the pocket needed to catch fly balls ...