[joel_p1]

Painted bases are not allowed in Dixie or Carolina league.
The main reason is Ive heard complaints about "maybe" some illegal materials could be hid in the paint? Especially when the figures are glued or painted onto the base. Also Ive heard that some of the paints are so glossy and hard that they create a slippery effect. So they are better suited for receivers and defensive linemen for penetration.Now maybe if they were painted with some paints that are not enamel or look like they been glossed to death.
So to keep controversy and speculation down we dont allow painted bases.
Hope this helps explain why we dont allow them to be used.

Joel