A revolutionary new base designed to help minimize sliding injuries The X-Plate “SafeBase” Rubber Stem Breakaway`quick release bases instead of the standard stationary Steel stem bases can reduce the load impact generated should a player impact with the base. Standard steel stem bases are not designed to absorb the force of a sliding player and can cause serious injuries to the hands and feet upon impact An American study has estimated that the use of break-away bases could represent a 80% reduction in the risk of injury involved with sliding.15″x15″x2 1/2″ with slop sidewalls to help prevent leg and ankle injures. No elevated corners or sides that can jam a player’s arm , leg or foot. 15″x15″x2 1/2″ with slop sidewalls to help prevent leg and ankle injures. No elevated corners or sides that can jam a player’s arm , leg or foot. Moulded all-rubber construction insures that the runner will not come in contact with steel components. Also able to be used without rubber stem. Use as a throw down base. Grips ground great without the rubber stem. As pictured but ORANGE in colour to be mounted next to a white coloured base at 1st BasePrice is for Orange 1/2 only.You also need to order a white base to mount next to Orange oneCan also be used as a complete set for diamonds that are white in colour and need a coloured base