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Northwestern Wildcats Under Armour Jerseys

So the first weekend of college football brought us a host of new looks on the filed for various teams including Northwestern.  They switched from Adidas to UA this year and their new look has become one of my favorites.  That old school striping across the jersey is just such a classic look to me.  You can purchase the replica version of the jersey on their official store - Northwestern Official Online Store.    They also have a very nice selection of other UA product as well.

NIKE PLAYER KO REPLICA PULLOVER

Found these over at Nike.com.  Some very nice options for the player versions of these hoodies this year.  Lovin' this Sammy Watkins Clemson number.

Seahawks Gray Jersey released

Seahawk fans, grab your alternate gray jersey now available in the team's online store.  I'm a huge fan of gray jerseys so this is a total winner for me.  I can't wait to see this jersey on the field.

Nike Destroyer OW Jacket - NFL

Take a peek over at Nike today and you'll see they have started dropping some of the NFL Destroyer jackets.  Not all teams yet but they are trickling in ....

47 Brand Top Gun Tees for NFL and NCAA

Anyone remember these style tees from your youth?  The ones I was wearing at the time did not have NFL or NCAA teams but rather just numbers and color blocking that made them look like NFL jerseys.  I used to wear mine all the time.  Anyway, check out these licensed versions made by 47 Brand for NFL teams at your favorite teams on line shop.  I have seen them for college teams as well so be on the lookout.  Scouring the web as I write for a San Diego Chargers version .....

Adidas Unrivaled Jersey - Wisconsin

The kickoff of college football is not far off and that sends me scurrying to the web to find some of the newest items for the upcoming season.  I had seen some posts on the web over the summer which detailed some new jerseys that Adidas has come up with for Wisconsin and Nebraska.  As you can see they are following the design trend of last year's Michigan jerseys to incorporate some big block letters on the jersey front in place of the normal numbers.  Personally, I love the concept.  How many times do we need to see the players number on the jersey anyway?

I could not find a spot to purchase the Nebraska jersey but I did find the Wisconsin version available for pre-order at Buckys Lockeroom.

Nike USA Basketball Hoodie

Love this USA Basketball Hoodie by Nike.  The flag graphic on the back makes it for me.  Still decent sizes available on Dicks Sporting Goods.  Also available in Navy but I don;t think the flag graphic pops as well on the dark background.

 

Under Armour Tottenham Hotspur Apparel Available

So Under Armour has now joined forces with the Tottenham Hotspur and have invaded the English Premier League.  I am not an avid follower of pro soccer admittedly so forgive me if I am incorrect but this seems to be UA's first big venture into the world of big time pro soccer.  The gear does look good I have to say from what I saw on the UA website.  Check it out. 

Argentina and Spain - Olympic Basketball Jerseys on Sale

Chinese company Li Ning has begun to make waves here in the US Basketball market over the past few years with their endorsed athletes Baron Davis and Evan Turner.  For the first time I have seen them pop on the scene with some team jerseys you can actually buy on line.  They are making the jerseys for Spain and Argentina basketball in the 2012 Olympics and you can get your very own on their website Li Ning.

Nike N98 NFL Track Jackets

As we inch closer to the start of the NFL season we are starting to see more and more NIke apparel hit the web.  Check out the NFL shop for some great new styles including one of my favorites .. the N98 track jacket.  I've got this same style jacket for some non-Nfl teams and it is a great quality jacket.

Nike Sportswear NFL Product HItting Nike.com

Nike Sportswear is starting to put their spin on the NFL.  Check out some Destroyer jackets and sweatshirts over on the Swoosh.

USA 21st Century Windrunner by Nike

If you have been watching the Olympic coverage thus far you have seen a lot of Nike product being worn by the athletes.  One of my favorite items I have seen is this high tech wind runner.  I saw Ryan Lochte wearing this one after one of his events.  Forgive me as I am not the biggest fan of the swimming events.  Anyway, check out Nike.com for this amongst many other great items.

USA Basketball wearing "Dream Team" throwbacks tonight

Check out the USA vs Argentina in some pre olympic tuneup action tonight and you will see them rocking the 1992 Dream Team throwbacks.  Very cool.

Nike NFL KO Full Zip Hoodies

So far Nike has rolled out some jerseys, tees, shorts, etc. for the upcoming season.  It looks like we are now about to see some of the fall weather stuff starting to hit the net as evidenced by this new hoodie I came across this morning on Nike.com.   Right now only the Rams are available but I am sure that will change over the next few days. 

NIke 1992 Dream Team Jerseys Available

Okay, so I posted last week about the new Team USA basketball jerseys for 2012 and also mentioned the Dream Team anniversary jerseys would be for sale ... well today is the day. I just grabbed a few of these for myself from NBA.com. Jordan, Barkley, and Pippen available. You won't see a Bird or Magic version as they were not Nike endorsed athletes and these are after all Nike jerseys.

What you will find though are they made the Dream Team style jerseys for some of the current 2012 squad including Nike's new Big 3 of Durant, Kobe, and Lebron.

The Dream Team style includes screen printed graphics instead of sewn on details which bums me out a bit considering they are charging the same $120 for this style as they are the 2012 version which has great sewn on details and sublimated USA flag graphics on the back mesh panel. I saw the 2012 version in person and they are very nice, high quality jerseys.

More to follow when I get my order ....

USA Basketball Hyper Elite Jerseys Now Available

Nike.com has added the 2012 USA Basketball Hyper Elite authentic jerseys to their site for sale.  Right now you can choose from Lebron, Kobe. or Durant.  Home and away colors both available.  Check em out.  These hyper elite jerseys are a great quality and at $120 the price is not too bad ... for an authentic.

Keep your eyes open and keep posted to Athletic Trend over the next few weeks because Nike is supposed to drop the 1992 Dream Team jerseys celebrating the 20th anniversary of their gold medal.  I am very excited for those.

Nike NFL Elite Jersey - In Hand analysis

Well I got my Nike Elite jersey in my hands yesterday and I thought I would share some feedback for all those who are thinking about taking the $250 leap for the new swag.

First off I love the jersey.  I have been waiting to get a new Phillip Rivers jersey for a while and I'm glad I waited for the new Nike Elites.  Yes I am a Chargers fan.  Please fire Norv Turner (sorry ....back to the topic).

Anyway, here are some thoughts / observations:

• The fit is much slimmer than the Reebok authentics of the past.  Particularly through the chest and torso.  The big baggy look is out anyway.
• I think that the sizing chart on nflshop.com does a good job of giving the measurements for making the best size decision without seeing the jersey in advance of purchase.
• The materials are great.  The stretch fabric is really heavy duty and the mesh is in my eyes much tighter and better quality than past offerings.
• The twill numbers have a nice "flex" to them unlike years past.  You know how the Reebok numbers would sit there all stiff and rigid like you were wearing a stop sign on your chest ... not anymore.
• Love the flywire collar .. sits nice and high as well so you don't have the flashdance scoop neck feel.
• If anyone has purchased an NCAA throwback from Nike within the past two years I would say .... the craftsmanship is much the same in terms of the use of the flex fabric in combination with the mesh ventilation panels.

I have included some pics to show some of the details of the jersey.  Wish the pics were better but its the best I can do right now.

Hope this helps someone looking to purchase the jersey.

They're HERE!!!!

Last week we saw the official launch of the NIKE NFL Game and Elite jerseys.  You can check out various outlets for the jerseys but either Nike.com or Nflshop.com are probably your best bet.

I saw the game jerseys on display at the NFL pop up shop in NYC and they are nice.  They are quite different from what you would expect in a replica jersey.  There is little mesh used on the jersey as the primary material is more of a polyester microfiber makeup.  The screen printing looks to be miles ahead of what Reebok was doing - very heavy print almost like the authentic jerseys of the 80's.  My primary concern with the Game (replica) jersey is how that body material holds up to washing.  I have had issues with some of these type fabrics from Nike really "pilling" up after laundering.

I have yet to see the Elite (authentic) version in person but my Chargers jersey is on order so I will try to do an in depth piece on that once it arrives.

Kickin it Old School Brooklyn Style

The Nets are now officially branded as the Brooklyn Nets and they have gone OLD SCHOOL COOL with the new logo. Wow, this is the best new look I have seen from a Pro Sports franchise in I don't know how long. Leave it to a style expert like Jay Z to knock it right out of the park with the new look. Props Jay...... And thank you. Get on over to Fans Edge to check out the new apparel. Bad news, most of what I saw is pre order and can't ship until mid May. Damn. I need a Brooklyn Nets tee right now.

Tigers will be dressed for success

Tigers will be dressed for success

This is a great read. As I have been saying for years, the trend of changing uniforms and different looks at the college level is all about the kids, the recruits. It makes a difference. Kids want the flashy looks, they want to be involved with the design. Sorry Mr and Mrs fifty year old alumni... We love you but get over your fondness for the old school and realize recruiting is the life blood keeping the checks rolling. Buy a new jersey.

Custom Nike NFL Dunks

The Swoosh is killing me right now. As one website mentioned they have done more with the NFL license and its marketing the past two days then Reebok and Adidas did in the last ten years.

Check out Nike ID on Facebook and custom design yourself a pair of Dunks that represent your team. Keep in mind this is just a Facebook application right now and you'll have to wait until the product goes live on Nike ID.

Have fun junior footwear designers!!!

Nike NFL Uniforms - Video

The Seahawks website has a few nice video pieces on the NFL uniforms. My fave is the How we Work segment. Check it out if this Nike NFL hype machine has affected you as much as it has me.

New Day Dawning

Well the day that some have been anticipating (while some dreading) has officially arrived. Nike has revealed all the NFL uniforms for 2012. Design wise everything looks pretty status quo except for the Seahawks who got some major reconstructive surgery.

On the fabric side of things I can't wait to see the new Elite jersey in person. The Elite jersey is the actual on field jersey that the players will wear. Nike.com is going to be pre-selling the jerseys and the Elite is priced at $250 ..... not bad considering the Reebok jerseys have been $300+ for the past few years and their quality was below average at best (I'm being kind).

From Nikeinc.com:

KEY FEATURES OF THE NIKE ELITE 51 UNIFORM INCLUDE:
LIGHTER - The Nike jersey and pant, wet or dry are lighter than previous versions
FLYWIRE TECHNOLOGY - Eliminates layers, reduces weight, and provides lockdown fit
ZONED MESH VENTILATION – Provides cooling zones for optimal thermoregulation
ZONED STRENGTH - High tenacity, stretch material, for lightweight lockdown strength.
CUT FOR MOBILITY – Four-way stretch, hydrophobic materials enable range of motion wet or dry.
STRETCH TWILL NUMBERS – Four-way stretch even on numbering system
CUSTOMIZABLE BASELAYER PADDING – Nike Pro Combat Hyperstrong baselayer with integrated lightweight, Deflex padding offering customizable flexible protection.
DEFLEX PADDING - Lightweight, flexible impact protection integrated into top “hit zone” areas
ALUMINUM D-RING BELT - Aircraft-grade aluminum D-ring belt reduces weight.

Big Easy Ballers

At the time I am writing this Nike has at least one of its NCAA teams in the final four and the merch is starting to surface. I like what the Swooshers are doing with the design of this OSU tee. Here's to rooting for Kentucky and Unc as well so I can see some other teams and colors.

OSU tee found on Fanatics.

Welcome Back - And a Blue Jay was never black

Well it is about time for the boys of summer to begin their annual spring pilgrimage to sunny destinations for some baseball (and plenty of golf).

In the world of athletic fashion there is really nothing ground breaking happening this MLB 2012 season that I see thus far. The caps look the same, the jerseys look the same, jackets, etc.

However, welcome back to the Toronto Blue Jays. After too many years of ignoring their awesome color and logo history finally a BLUE JAY is back. What the hell were they ever thinking of going with a black color palette for a team named the Blue Jays anyway???

So check out the new (old) jerseys and stuff at MLB.com.

Thank you Toronto!!!!

NIKE unveils basketball Hyper Elite Uniform and Nike Hyperdunk 2012

NIKE, Inc. - NIKE unveils basketball Hyper Elite Uniform and Nike Hyperdunk 2012

Apparently there is a feeling of dislike with the new USA basketball jerseys and the way that USA is laid out on the front of the jersey. Really???? I actually like the symmetry of the lay out.

Nba All Star Uniforms 2012

Adidas has unveiled the NBA All Star uniforms for 2012. Nothing earth shattering on the visual end. They look much the same as they have for the past several years.

On the technology end of things of course they are hailed as moving the needle when it comes to weight, movement, yada, yada, yada.....

You can read all the details here at Sole Collector.

If you are looking to buy it the Nba Store has some replicas available. Not even a swingman version? No authentics? Lame release on this one Adi ....... Lame.

Nike Hyper Elite Platinum Basketball Uniforms Part II

This is the follow up to my last post about the Nike Hyper Elite Uniforms we have started to see hit the hardwood. The jerseys and shorts are now starting to become available at retail.

Check out Fanatics for their selection .. includes Duke, Syracuse, Florida, Carolina, Kentucky, and Arizona.

Nike Hyper Elite Platinum Basketball Uniforms

NIKE, Inc. - Performance Meets Sustainability In Nike Hyper Elite Platinum Basketball Uniforms

Today NIKE rolled out some new unis that a handful of select squads will wear this year. Every year NIKE touts these as the most advanced basketball uniforms in the history of the game. Quite a lofty bar to set every year but I guess when no one is really measuring the results you can claim whatever you want.

I'm not bashing NIKE I just find it quite amusing. This year they have gone with the gray palette that is rampant on the hardwood this year ... excuse me "Platinum" in this case. As a fan of gray uniforms these are on point for me. Thumbs up!!!

No word yet on retail release of any products but I will be on that when it happens. I'm thinking the UNC shorts will be mine if they release.

How about you ... you feelin' these new looks?

Adidas Soul Swingman Jerseys

Surfing the web a few minutes ago and came across some Adidas Soul Swingman NBA jerseys. I am familiar with these jerseys and have checked them out in person on several occasions years ago. Well after digging a little deeper on Dicks Sporting Goods site I came across a very nice selection of players and teams including this Lakers gem. Now I've seen Mitchell and Ness do the blue version of this jersey in the past but never this sparkling white number ...... NICE!!!!!

I'd give this the thumbs up .. I'd buy this stamp of approval. How about you?

Michael Jordan Mitchell and Ness Jerseys

So the NBA season has started and for a while it seemed like the web was very slow to catch up with new merchandise for the season .. I would imagine it was lockout related. Well things are heating up and the NBA Store is adding new items including Michael Jordan throwback jerseys from Mitchell and Ness. Several different options available on the site including the one pictures with the All Star patch on the breast ... very nice.

Nike True Colors Destroyer Jacket

From the Nike Sportswear site ....

"Back in 2006, Nike designers began a mission to re-craft iconic sports apparel in the most technical materials they could find. The ubiquitous American varsity jacket was an obvious choice for the experiment that would become Nike Sportswear. Raiding the All Conditions Gear (ACG) innovation cache, they found fabrics, laminates, and bonding methods that could brave nasty weather but still look fresh.

The first Nike letterman's jacket was for an imaginary team called the Dunk High Destroyers, and limited numbers were produced. The next version got even more technical, but the Destroyer name stuck."

Well Nike has now started doing some NCAA versions of the Destroyer jacket and they look quite nice (Duke sample pictured). Here's the problem ... you can't buy it from Nike.com. I think that your best bet is to call the Nike Sportswear store in NYC and see if they have the product and ask if they will take a phone order and ship to you.

Nike Sportswear - 21 Mercer St NY (212) 226-5433.

Check out the Nike sportswear site to see what teams they have created .... Duke, Kentucky, UCONN, Arizona.

Nike Twill NCAA Basketball Jerseys - On Sale

Nike.com is running a pretty nice sale right now on their twill NCAA basketball jerseys. $15 off the retail price is not bad. These jerseys are very high quality and worth the price.

NCAA Throwback Football Jerseys

Hey everyone. Well it looks like I have fallen asleep at the wheel in terms of keeping people abreast of great new athletic apparel hitting the marketplace. I vow to keep my focus in 2012 and bring you some great stuff.

Back in 2010 I discovered a terrific new brand that was making some great quality NCAA throwback football jerseys. The name of the brand is Tiedman & Formby Vintage Athletic Co. I purchased a Univ of Colorado jersey while strolling through a shop in Boulder and have been hooked ever since.

What got me was their use of durene fabric .... love it. So retro. So vintage. Just fantastic items to wear as a fan of throwback apparel.

You can see what they have to offer as they recently just launched their online store.

I am anxiously awaiting my new LSU throwback even though the Tigers lost the big game.

Keep up the great work T&F.