I'll stick to old Reebok jerseys and old/new CCM jerseys. I do value your opinion greatly tho. I think I have the Fantastics home Capitals jersey and the Adidas Wild fight cancer jersey. Both are fine.
I am benhsports on ebay ... all I sell is hockey jerseys. I have chose not to even stock Fanatics. I CAN .. I have every opportunity to buy them from the wholesaler that I purchase my licensed product from but I chose not to stock Fanatics jerseys at all due to the fact that the cost difference is minimal and the quality difference (in my opinion) is MASSIVE. So, I agree with Shannon .... for a little bit more money, the Adidas jersey is a much better value. Thanks Shannon for the great job you are doing keeping everyone informed on all things hockey. (one small correction ... Shannon was holding a size 50 Adidas and he referred to it as Large. Size 50 in Adidas in fact is considered to be Medium. Size 52 is considered to be Large)
So happy you made this video, I was going to buy a Ottawa Jersey, but I didn’t know if the fanatics was the same as Adidas. So thank you. Problem solved. I will buy a Hoffman Jersey from Adidas 👍🏻
I remember shopping at the Sharks Store at SAP Center when the adidas first came out and a big talking point amongst people in the store (myself included) was how much better adidas looked compared to fanatics side-by-side. Seeing them both up close led me to stick to Adidas, though I will say fanatics is pretty comfy. Like you said, I wouldn't mind a fanatics at a discounted price, would definitely be worth it.
Wanted a Vegas jersey & was debating getting a fanatics version because they were cheaper, but after stumbling upon this video while looking for reviews, you convinced me I needed to bite the bullet & pay for the adidas..& wow is it ever a sharp jersey I love it & realize I would have regretted not investing the extra in the quality adidas. So thank you THG, your advice was appreciated & you earned a fan & subscriber! Cheers!
could you please do a video about sizing I don't have a local store where i can try a jersey on and the sizing charts vary depending on which website your looking it at I'm a medium in regular clothes but have no idea if ordering a medium VGK adidas jersey will fit
I think it’s mainly an issue of how much you care of authenticity. If you just want a jersey, fanatics is fine. I have a fanatics jersey and find it more comfortable then my older Reebok jersey was. I can see why people would want Adidas for quality, which I get. At least for me the only adidas jersey I could see online was the custom jersey, which would ultimately make the price almost 100 bucks more.
Can't say I wholly agree. While you won't get the same quality with Fanatics, obviously, I don't think it's as poor as everyone makes it out to be. Jerseys aren't cheap products, and if you simply want to show off your team by wearing something that looks, feels, and by all rights is a jersey, then Fanatics is fine. Not everyone is in a position to drop the money on authentic jerseys, and if I'm being honest, I've got a Fanatics Oilers jersey and it is more than quality enough. The oil drop isn't the same texture as the rest of the logo, everything is printed cleanly and accurately, and it feels great to wear. Plus, VGK's jerseys are quite the spectacle compared to most. If you're just collecting jerseys, or want something nice looking but cheaper to wear, Fanatics is the better route. But ya might as well get an authentic one for your #1 team if you can afford it.
Raziza just got a Hurricanes blank white one arrive today I got on sale for 50 bucks. It feels good albeit not as good as the adidas but as a hardcore hockey fan I kinda like both brands and both have their pros and cons. I can see the fanatics ones being my choice for I want to wear one out and about or around the house. It feels thinner but not that much thinner. I like the fanatics brand for a lot of stuff and as much hate as fanatics gets in general I like them. I haven’t had any of these horrible experiences you hear about on social media in sports social media. I like fanatics.
I understand why you would buy each one. To me as long as it shows which jersey/team I'm wearing, that's all that matters to me. Plus not having the money I am sticking to whatever I can find. So far I've been able to find 2-3 fanatics jerseys for cheap so that's fine with me. As long as it shows what team I'm rooting for that's works for me. Obviously this video wasn't for me specifically but I understand wanting one or the other.
The adidas are slimmer. For example, I can wear a medium or large (50,52). But they are long! That’s why I went with the 50. A 52 looks like a dress on me and I’m 6’0
I want to grab one of the new jerseys but i just can't bring myself to it. I have mostly reeboks with a few older ones sprinkled in. I just like reebok better and since the sweater designs really haven't changed much i dont see the point of dropping the extra cash on an adidas rather than a rbk. I want an adidas but that price tag is scary especially if its not what the players wear. I'll probably get a VGK just to have it. when i can find a sale.
I bought a fanatics Marner Annapolis stadium series Jersey for 120 Canadian and my son a youths NHL Matthews Annapolis stadium Jersey for 59 Canadian. Both made by fanatics and i have to say the youths is way better quality as everything is swon on the jersey and the logo is fully embroidered. Compared to swon on name plate and logo stiched in and everything else heat pressed on, on adults jersey. Also my leafs logo only outer leaf boarder and vanes are embroidered, but the latter's are silk screened on. I only got mine because of crazy price. I agree with Shannon the fabric feels nicer then the the adidas, but the adidas will last longer as better quality materials throughout. However, i still like my koho Sundin and my CCM Gilmore jerseys more, i still wear my Sundin while the Gilmore is framed in glass case. They seem to be of better quality even more then reeboks. I am still on the fence about paying 279 Canadian for an adidas player jersey. The fanatics are still crazy priced at 199.99 Canadian for a players version. If your a serious collecter definitely go adidas, but CCM, koho, and Reebok is the way to go. Hopefully adidas will start releasing real authentic jerseys minus the full stitching like reebok did. The adidas jerseys still feel way different then what players wear. If your a hobby collecter that likes to get jerseys for the player and logos where price is an issue. Fanatics way to go as you can get a player jersey on sale for crazy deals if you look hard enough, usually no more then 100 to 125 US. The Reebok new are harder to find, the popular players only going up in value, unless you look at second hand used market. My two cents.
I have a large Fanatics Oilers jersey and 2 size 52 adidas Jets jerseys, and I find that both of the Adidas jerseys are a bigger fit compared to the Fanatics. They’re quite baggier and really they’re too big for me to wear, while I find the Fanatics is pretty much a perfect size. Does anyone know how the size 50 Adidas fits compared to the large Fanatics? I prefer the Adidas in pretty much every way and I don’t mind paying more but I just don’t dig the fit.
I have 3 fanatics Reebok Lightning jerseys I’ve had them for 3 years and have not had a single problem with either of them I agree that there is a difference but to me the differences are very subtle at least for the Reebok jerseys I don’t own any adidas jerseys nor have I seen the fanatics ones in person so I can’t really say if there is a difference or not
I feel like i should have watched this prior to purchasing my fanatics jersey now. I have an older reebok authentic jersey and love it but it was showing its age and with the caps winning recently i decided to frame it. I bought the fanatics assuming theyd be similar to the old reebok premier jerseys. Where was this video a week ago -_-
I just got my on ice away vegas jersey from preseason. There are so many differences. Material. Stitching. cut. Lettering. Double sleeves. Made in Canada. The only thing the same is the new adidas nhl logo. I will never waste money on an adidas authentic pos again
I am restarting my hockey Jersey collection up again now that my NFL football Jersey collection is almost complete. My Hockey Jerseys are Reebok or CCM because the Adidas or fanatics jerseys do not come in my favorite players are old school players. Would the Adidas or fanatics came in old school players.
Where do you find authentic jerseys like that ? My birthday is coming up and I'm hoping to get one but all I can find are fanatics in both colors and not the authentic ones in both colors
Hey Shannon I'm not sure if you knew this because I didn't really know this but the ccm vintage jerseys all those awesome throwbacks from ccm apparently is done because ccm can't make them anymore because of Adidas selling the ccm company off so it looks like our days if being able to get any more of the vintage Canadian made throwback jerseys are no more which makes me just a bit upset would love to know your opinion on this thank you love the channel
Hey Shannon do you sometimes sell jerseys yourself? I'm in the market for a 2012-16 Florida Panthers Erik Gudbranson jersey and I can't seem to find one do you know any sites that would possibly have it or at the very least have a 2012-16 Panthers jersey that I can customize? thanks
The Hockey Guy I have a 2 authentic Blackhawks jerseys and one them is a Hossa home jersey and the Hockey Fights Cancer Blackhawks Eddie Olczyk jersey i would to say the Adidas hockey fights cancer because it's a made in Canada one.
Can someone help me, how comes hockey jerseys are so expensive? I want to get one as I love watching nhl, but here in the UK our football tops aren't anywhere near as expensive as what a hockey Jersey is.
I love the fanatics jerseys. They look really good even if they aren't as nice as the adidas. They are cheaper and I feel like they are the next best option to the adidas jerseys. Also the patches are soft and don't get bent which is really nice. Plus they don't have the ugly venting on the shoulders
I bought an authentic vegas home fleury jersey for $100 it was a steal but it’s oversized and that’s to be expected. Fanatics had deals on the fan jerseys and I got a customized vegas home jersey with “CORSI GOD” 81. I can’t wait for it should get it today. I hope the logo is bigger on the fan version I felt that it was small on the authentic version is this the case? Someone told me it was
I actually like the shiny NHL logo on the Adidas. It makes me feel superior 😂 but I have a Capitals home Adidas jersey and the red is a lot more vibrant, it’s almost orange when compared to the Fanatics. I think the color pops a lot more on the Adidas
I will say one team that has always been drastically different when it comes to replicas from ccm, reebok, and fanatics is the Blackhawks. The Hawk head on the front is chain stitched on the authentics but is stitched normally on ccm and reebok and is the appliqué on the fanatics. The head is never truly accurate and on the ccm replicas the tomahawks are completely wrong as well. I’m a Hawks fan from Illinois and while I do own (and love) my Hawks ccm and reebok replicas, I will admit that the head and the tomahawks are very different on the authentics
Has anyone ever bought an "Edge Uncrested NHL Jersey"? I had a couple and gave them to a friend. When I got a new adidas jersey I swear it feels exactly like an Uncrested. Anyone ever encounter this?
I just (an hr ago) but an “authentic” Bruins jersey for the fanatics website for $184 out the door including expedited shipping. Normally $225 but they’re running a 30% off sale! I’m 5’5 and weigh 170lbs so I chose the size 44, I hope I picked the right size! Great video (as ALWAYS) Shannon!
I got 2 shirts a few months ago one is Adidas and the other is Fanatics and the Fanatics shirt the logo is already cracking and the Adidas shirt looks pretty much brand new... I'd venture to guess that the Fanatics jerseys won't hold up!
I've been following you for years, this is the first time I've used one of your videos to make a decision. I grabbed the Adidas off National Sports instead of the fanatics. PS National Sports has 70 percent off jerseys right now. Mostly Leafs. Go Leafs Go.
Hey hockey guy, I can not find Ben H sports on eBay is there a certain way to spell that? You’ve said you bought a lot from him and I would like to I just can’t find him! Hope you see this!
Adidas are really nice but being a bigger in the belly guy they just didn’t fit right on me no matter the size I tried. Just didn’t feel right. I was actually more comfortable in the fanatics and your spot on about the fabric feeling better especially with no shirt on underneath which the adidas feels itchy with
I forgot to mention I only buy hockey jerseys with names and names NO blank jerseys. I only have one blank jersey it's a Red Wings because my mom it,because it was cheap.
As a hockey player who’s tried a lot of the different nhl jersey and non nhl jerseys in the past the adizero Adidas jerseys are by far the best I’ve ever owned, best quality, best fit (pro looking fit) best breathablity by far yes it is an expensive £150 but worth every penny
I wouldn't mind the fanatics as much if the logo wasn't all one layer if the logos were embroidered like the reebok or ccm or even like the Adidas authentic I could maybe justify buying a fanatics that's the only real complaint I have about the fanatics is the way the logo is made it just doesn't stand up to the older jerseys
I have a WCH jersey just like you, and I noticed that they are the REAL replica's. They are the "Premier" adidas...no fight strap, but not fanatics. Makes me wonder why Fanatics is a thing?
I miss the old days of CCM and Koho etc when you either got a 1) "replica"...cheaper fabric and plastic/ironed on logo (cheapest), 2) "semi pro" - same fabric as on ice, but thinner, monogrammed logos and shoulder patches that were at least glued on with a good glue (mid range price) and 3) "pro"- the actual on ice product, thicker fabric, reinforced elbows, fight straps etc. When Reebok took over they introduced confusing/silly names that told you nothing of quality - "Premier" and "Edge" ...in fairness the primary logos were only slightly different (unlike the new Fanatics) but anything else were those vinyl patches. Also, as with Adidas, Reebok lied to the consumers...I had the both a Premier and Edge version of my favorite team and was satisfied with both, but thought the one with the fight strap was on ice authentic until recently when I took a closer look and saw it was made in Indonesia and the elbows weren't reinforced. I so wish we could go back to the days where a discerning customer could pay for the one ice product if they wanted and other customers got something that wasn't so obviously of poorer quality (again vinyl patches)
I think Knights' jerseys are going to have the most difference. The reflective gold material is far better on the Adidas and hasn't been well replicated with any lower tier jerseys. The logos are also a different size.
I bought a Adidas white Penguins jersey with Brassard on the back last month, and I'm very happy with the jersey. I'll spend the extra money for a jersey that is going to last a lot longer than a jersey that is going to fall apart faster. I've never had a Fanatics jersey, but I was also happy with my Reebok jerseys. Last, I do agree with the hockey guy that Reebok jerseys are bigger overall than Adidas.
What made you ever think that fanatics was a good manufacturer of sport clothing? Did they ever compare or was able to compete with the likes of Adidas and Nike? I'm still trying to figure out why fanatics is even involved in the manufacturer of sport-related clothing. I know that they have some official contract deals but who in the right mind will never trust them to make quality merchandise. They could easily Outsource with cheap Chinese Manufacturing. I've ordered a few things from them and I will be inspecting the quality looking for any inconsistencies. And the stuff that I've ordered is authentic merchandise that is supposedly manufacturer Direct-- we will see about that.
I snagged a pro return addidas and a pro return reebok, and I have to say, in terms of durability and bang for your buck Reebok still makes the superior jersey.
my problem with everyone reviewing these jerseys is no one talks about the size! Sure if your 5'8 180 an Adidas is great the fit is good. But if your 6'4 300 the Adidas are way to small, and that is fanatics plug those jerseys are made for the fans.!!!
I just received a Austin Matthews home fanatics jersey my first Fanatics Jersey cause I always just buy the Adidas ones and I thought I’d try one just to see what was up with them, I would definitely still recommend the Adidas over the fanatics but they are still nice to a point I actually recommend them over the old premier Reebok’s the feel more heavier and better made than the Reebok’s were. But I hate the shiny logo on the crest and the shiny names and numbers of they would change the shiner crap they would be pretty nice
I don’t get why people are hating on fanatics. To me I don’t think there’s nothing wrong with fanatics, the quality is good. It’s just that I like adidas a little bit more cause I feel they’re more original and more valuable. I just like the name of adidas brand for a jersey, cause I feel it’s more of a “real jersey” . They both have good quality but fanatics has it a little better. But yeah like I said I would buy a adidas jersey anytime. Nothing wrong with the good quality of fanatics though.
I think the appearance depends on which team for the Fanatics. Some of them I've seen have an ugly crest while other Fanatics look very close to as good as the Reebok "Premier" line of jerseys, but fit much comfier. I have Adidas, Reebok, and Fanatics jerseys, and the Fanatics without a doubt is the comfiest (and warmest). It feels kind of like an Under Armor (or Nike) workout sweater, and the crests for the numbers and logo aren't stiff to move around in. I was all on the Adidas (and Reeebok) bandwagon until I was very pleasantly surprised with a Fanatics that I received as a gift. It probably helps that I know the gift purchaser got the jersey for ridiculously cheap (on sale), so I can't complain there.
Don't use Fanatics Biggest reason? They user LaserShip, a criminal shipping organization that steals packages when they receive orders. So just know that there's a chance you won't get your order
I think the Fanatics are a good “travel jerseys”. Meaning you can pack them in a suitcase/bag without having to worry about the crest folding.
RJ Pugs very true
Good description
Hecc folding them, I'm wearing them the entire time
I own a addicts and fanatics jersey I have a Tampa Bay Lightning fanatics jersey with Kucherov and a Montreal Shea Weber jersey
@@joelilly00 same
Please Make a updated version of this Shannon much appreciated brother
I'll stick to old Reebok jerseys and old/new CCM jerseys. I do value your opinion greatly tho. I think I have the Fantastics home Capitals jersey and the Adidas Wild fight cancer jersey. Both are fine.
I am benhsports on ebay ... all I sell is hockey jerseys. I have chose not to even stock Fanatics. I CAN .. I have every opportunity to buy them from the wholesaler that I purchase my licensed product from but I chose not to stock Fanatics jerseys at all due to the fact that the cost difference is minimal and the quality difference (in my opinion) is MASSIVE.
So, I agree with Shannon .... for a little bit more money, the Adidas jersey is a much better value. Thanks Shannon for the great job you are doing keeping everyone informed on all things hockey. (one small correction ... Shannon was holding a size 50 Adidas and he referred to it as Large. Size 50 in Adidas in fact is considered to be Medium. Size 52 is considered to be Large)
So happy you made this video, I was going to buy a Ottawa Jersey, but I didn’t know if the fanatics was the same as Adidas. So thank you.
Problem solved. I will buy a Hoffman Jersey from Adidas 👍🏻
Hoffman is the truth!
Rip hoffman 😂
I've always thought that fanatics kinda zap the life out of jerseys
Rharriscaps70 yeah, the fanatics basketball and football jerseys kinda suck too. Not excited for fanatics mlb starting next season
Corny McHusker me either I’m just looking forward to the discounts lol
It’s probably because those aren’t authentic and the adidas ones are the authentic ones.
@@Sir_Biscuits I am getting a winnapeg jets Jersey
I remember shopping at the Sharks Store at SAP Center when the adidas first came out and a big talking point amongst people in the store (myself included) was how much better adidas looked compared to fanatics side-by-side. Seeing them both up close led me to stick to Adidas, though I will say fanatics is pretty comfy. Like you said, I wouldn't mind a fanatics at a discounted price, would definitely be worth it.
Wanted a Vegas jersey & was debating getting a fanatics version because they were cheaper, but after stumbling upon this video while looking for reviews, you convinced me I needed to bite the bullet & pay for the adidas..& wow is it ever a sharp jersey I love it & realize I would have regretted not investing the extra in the quality adidas. So thank you THG, your advice was appreciated & you earned a fan & subscriber! Cheers!
Bring back CCM jerseys with todays fabric technology. NHL should ensure that the jerseys should be made in Canada or USA, not Vietnam
could you please do a video about sizing I don't have a local store where i can try a jersey on and the sizing charts vary depending on which website your looking it at I'm a medium in regular clothes but have no idea if ordering a medium VGK adidas jersey will fit
Ricky Miles I wear large tops regularly. T-shirts, tanks etc. I wear a 50 adidas (M) and it fits great.
I think it’s mainly an issue of how much you care of authenticity. If you just want a jersey, fanatics is fine. I have a fanatics jersey and find it more comfortable then my older Reebok jersey was. I can see why people would want Adidas for quality, which I get. At least for me the only adidas jersey I could see online was the custom jersey, which would ultimately make the price almost 100 bucks more.
Can't say I wholly agree. While you won't get the same quality with Fanatics, obviously, I don't think it's as poor as everyone makes it out to be. Jerseys aren't cheap products, and if you simply want to show off your team by wearing something that looks, feels, and by all rights is a jersey, then Fanatics is fine. Not everyone is in a position to drop the money on authentic jerseys, and if I'm being honest, I've got a Fanatics Oilers jersey and it is more than quality enough. The oil drop isn't the same texture as the rest of the logo, everything is printed cleanly and accurately, and it feels great to wear.
Plus, VGK's jerseys are quite the spectacle compared to most. If you're just collecting jerseys, or want something nice looking but cheaper to wear, Fanatics is the better route. But ya might as well get an authentic one for your #1 team if you can afford it.
Raziza just got a Hurricanes blank white one arrive today I got on sale for 50 bucks. It feels good albeit not as good as the adidas but as a hardcore hockey fan I kinda like both brands and both have their pros and cons. I can see the fanatics ones being my choice for I want to wear one out and about or around the house. It feels thinner but not that much thinner. I like the fanatics brand for a lot of stuff and as much hate as fanatics gets in general I like them. I haven’t had any of these horrible experiences you hear about on social media in sports social media. I like fanatics.
So fanatics is fake? As i would like to get a miami top. And apparently fanatics is a miss. Im from the uk
I understand why you would buy each one. To me as long as it shows which jersey/team I'm wearing, that's all that matters to me. Plus not having the money I am sticking to whatever I can find. So far I've been able to find 2-3 fanatics jerseys for cheap so that's fine with me. As long as it shows what team I'm rooting for that's works for me. Obviously this video wasn't for me specifically but I understand wanting one or the other.
I wonder when employees at Fanatics see new NHL orders and its Adidas instead of their brand if they get pissed lol.
Have you done a video on jersey sizing?
I notice you have some in 46, small, medium, 48, 50, 52 etc.
Would be cool on doing a video about that.
The adidas are a bit smaller than the Reeboks before
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The adidas are slimmer. For example, I can wear a medium or large (50,52). But they are long! That’s why I went with the 50. A 52 looks like a dress on me and I’m 6’0
I want to grab one of the new jerseys but i just can't bring myself to it. I have mostly reeboks with a few older ones sprinkled in. I just like reebok better and since the sweater designs really haven't changed much i dont see the point of dropping the extra cash on an adidas rather than a rbk. I want an adidas but that price tag is scary especially if its not what the players wear. I'll probably get a VGK just to have it. when i can find a sale.
Thanks, it’s hard to see these particular in south Texas. Mostly have to order from online here.
Shannon: Overall do you prefer CCM, REEBOOK, Or ADIDAS?
CCM for the nostalgia, but I think Reebok is probably still the best ones.
Thank you so much for making this Video, i have been so unsure what to get for months now
I bought a fanatics Marner Annapolis stadium series Jersey for 120 Canadian and my son a youths NHL Matthews Annapolis stadium Jersey for 59 Canadian. Both made by fanatics and i have to say the youths is way better quality as everything is swon on the jersey and the logo is fully embroidered. Compared to swon on name plate and logo stiched in and everything else heat pressed on, on adults jersey. Also my leafs logo only outer leaf boarder and vanes are embroidered, but the latter's are silk screened on. I only got mine because of crazy price. I agree with Shannon the fabric feels nicer then the the adidas, but the adidas will last longer as better quality materials throughout. However, i still like my koho Sundin and my CCM Gilmore jerseys more, i still wear my Sundin while the Gilmore is framed in glass case. They seem to be of better quality even more then reeboks. I am still on the fence about paying 279 Canadian for an adidas player jersey. The fanatics are still crazy priced at 199.99 Canadian for a players version.
If your a serious collecter definitely go adidas, but CCM, koho, and Reebok is the way to go. Hopefully adidas will start releasing real authentic jerseys minus the full stitching like reebok did. The adidas jerseys still feel way different then what players wear.
If your a hobby collecter that likes to get jerseys for the player and logos where price is an issue. Fanatics way to go as you can get a player jersey on sale for crazy deals if you look hard enough, usually no more then 100 to 125 US. The Reebok new are harder to find, the popular players only going up in value, unless you look at second hand used market.
My two cents.
I have a large Fanatics Oilers jersey and 2 size 52 adidas Jets jerseys, and I find that both of the Adidas jerseys are a bigger fit compared to the Fanatics. They’re quite baggier and really they’re too big for me to wear, while I find the Fanatics is pretty much a perfect size. Does anyone know how the size 50 Adidas fits compared to the large Fanatics? I prefer the Adidas in pretty much every way and I don’t mind paying more but I just don’t dig the fit.
I have 3 fanatics Reebok Lightning jerseys I’ve had them for 3 years and have not had a single problem with either of them I agree that there is a difference but to me the differences are very subtle at least for the Reebok jerseys I don’t own any adidas jerseys nor have I seen the fanatics ones in person so I can’t really say if there is a difference or not
I feel like i should have watched this prior to purchasing my fanatics jersey now. I have an older reebok authentic jersey and love it but it was showing its age and with the caps winning recently i decided to frame it. I bought the fanatics assuming theyd be similar to the old reebok premier jerseys. Where was this video a week ago -_-
I just got my on ice away vegas jersey from preseason. There are so many differences. Material. Stitching. cut. Lettering. Double sleeves. Made in Canada. The only thing the same is the new adidas nhl logo. I will never waste money on an adidas authentic pos again
You can probably remove the fanatics tag on the fan jersey I’ve seen it done with reeboks
Aged like fine wine.
I am restarting my hockey Jersey collection up again now that my NFL football Jersey collection is almost complete. My Hockey Jerseys are Reebok or CCM because the Adidas or fanatics jerseys do not come in my favorite players are old school players. Would the Adidas or fanatics came in old school players.
I actually really like the shiny NHL logo. It reminds me of the on ice jersey
Where do you find authentic jerseys like that ? My birthday is coming up and I'm hoping to get one but all I can find are fanatics in both colors and not the authentic ones in both colors
Hey Shannon I'm not sure if you knew this because I didn't really know this but the ccm vintage jerseys all those awesome throwbacks from ccm apparently is done because ccm can't make them anymore because of Adidas selling the ccm company off so it looks like our days if being able to get any more of the vintage Canadian made throwback jerseys are no more which makes me just a bit upset would love to know your opinion on this thank you love the channel
Coming back to this video after the news today.
100% accurate on your sizing thoughts. I go larger with the Adidas too. Good review my man.
Hey Shannon do you sometimes sell jerseys yourself? I'm in the market for a 2012-16 Florida Panthers Erik Gudbranson jersey and I can't seem to find one do you know any sites that would possibly have it or at the very least have a 2012-16 Panthers jersey that I can customize? thanks
How did the medium fanatics fit vs the adidas 52? Im looking to order but unsure on size. The medium in fanatics fit best.
It always lot easier to tell the Blackhawks authentic to the replica because the Hawks are the only team in the NHL to use chain stiching.
Yeah, Taylor sent his for Yvonne to check it over and I have to get that one now. Damned Blackhawks.
The Hockey Guy I have a 2 authentic Blackhawks jerseys and one them is a Hossa home jersey and the Hockey Fights Cancer Blackhawks Eddie Olczyk jersey i would to say the Adidas hockey fights cancer because it's a made in Canada one.
NickS Blackhawks Talk hey, have you ever been looked at weird because you have a Indian on your jersey ?
Thoughts on Selke finalists? No Barkov? Maybe you could put your finalists too
Can someone help me, how comes hockey jerseys are so expensive? I want to get one as I love watching nhl, but here in the UK our football tops aren't anywhere near as expensive as what a hockey Jersey is.
Because they are made of high quality materials that take a lot more craftsmanship than lower quality soccer jerseys that are nothing but sublimation.
I love the fanatics jerseys. They look really good even if they aren't as nice as the adidas. They are cheaper and I feel like they are the next best option to the adidas jerseys. Also the patches are soft and don't get bent which is really nice. Plus they don't have the ugly venting on the shoulders
I bought an authentic vegas home fleury jersey for $100 it was a steal but it’s oversized and that’s to be expected. Fanatics had deals on the fan jerseys and I got a customized vegas home jersey with “CORSI GOD” 81. I can’t wait for it should get it today. I hope the logo is bigger on the fan version I felt that it was small on the authentic version is this the case? Someone told me it was
I got a Kucherov Adidas Jersey and I love it more than my ccm stamkos and Reebok Kucherov.
I actually like the shiny NHL logo on the Adidas. It makes me feel superior 😂 but I have a Capitals home Adidas jersey and the red is a lot more vibrant, it’s almost orange when compared to the Fanatics. I think the color pops a lot more on the Adidas
I have a home fanatics vegas jersey I like it
I only got a Fanatics because NHL shop didn’t have the Adidas road jersey I wanted. Plus it was on sale for $99 instead of $149
Id wanna get a redwings fanatics jersey but, is not recommended?
do these jerseys run big? I got a size 46 and i wear medium or large regular shirts kinda worried if itll fit or not for the adidas one
My parents got the Knights Adidas for my birthday today, it is amazing! (Marchessault jersey)
And now he's a Stanley Cup champion and Conn Smyth winner.
Got the Adidas jersey and love it.
I will say one team that has always been drastically different when it comes to replicas from ccm, reebok, and fanatics is the Blackhawks. The Hawk head on the front is chain stitched on the authentics but is stitched normally on ccm and reebok and is the appliqué on the fanatics. The head is never truly accurate and on the ccm replicas the tomahawks are completely wrong as well. I’m a Hawks fan from Illinois and while I do own (and love) my Hawks ccm and reebok replicas, I will admit that the head and the tomahawks are very different on the authentics
Has anyone ever bought an "Edge Uncrested NHL Jersey"? I had a couple and gave them to a friend. When I got a new adidas jersey I swear it feels exactly like an Uncrested. Anyone ever encounter this?
www.hockeymonkey.com/gamewear/uncrested-jerseys/adult-league-jerseys/brand/reebok.html
Where can I get Adidas jerseys for around $200?
I have to buy the fanatics. They go to 5XL. So thank you fanatics for making larger sizes.
I totally agree!!!
I just (an hr ago) but an “authentic” Bruins jersey for the fanatics website for $184 out the door including expedited shipping. Normally $225 but they’re running a 30% off sale! I’m 5’5 and weigh 170lbs so I chose the size 44, I hope I picked the right size! Great video (as ALWAYS) Shannon!
I got 2 shirts a few months ago one is Adidas and the other is Fanatics and the Fanatics shirt the logo is already cracking and the Adidas shirt looks pretty much brand new... I'd venture to guess that the Fanatics jerseys won't hold up!
Great vid! I like my old ccm jersey. Really roomy.
I have several adidas ones and I don't like the fight strap also the way they flair out at the bottom.
I am getting a winnapeg jets Jersey from them it will be here on Friday
do both of them have the splits on the sides at the bottom?
I think both jerseys are good. Also, nice video!
The NHL should of watched this Video first.
So I ordered something from fanatics.com recently. I have not received a email confirmation.
I've been following you for years, this is the first time I've used one of your videos to make a decision. I grabbed the Adidas off National Sports instead of the fanatics. PS National Sports has 70 percent off jerseys right now. Mostly Leafs. Go Leafs Go.
Shannon I was Talking to the Merch guy here in Vegas The Jersey/ Sweater is going up next season so get them now or prior to August
Tim Liss aren’t the jerseys same price across all teams though ?
Bryan M if that's so then Jersey/Sweater Price is going up to $220 us for a blank next season. This was what was quoted to us by Merchandise.
Tim Liss hope not. They are nice but that’s getting too high
so if I'm a size small for mens reebok jerseys , was size you recommend for the adidas jersey? a 44?
50, the logo is noticably smaller in sizes below 50. They look like youth jerseys.
Trying to figure out jersey sizing. I’m 6’2, kinda skinny, and I wear a XL for shirts. Any suggestions on what jersey size I get?
Wich size did you got? 52L?
Hey hockey guy, I can not find Ben H sports on eBay is there a certain way to spell that? You’ve said you bought a lot from him and I would like to I just can’t find him! Hope you see this!
Here ya go. stores.ebay.ca/hockeyjerseysforyou/
The Hockey Guy wow you are awesome!!! Thank you so much! WAS NOT expecting a reply a minute later! Much love ❤️
I have a Fanatics M which fits fine. What size would you suggest For Addidas authentic 46 or 50
50
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Great thanks so much. Your channel is great. Just subscribed
just got a sharks fantastics jersey and I love it
I have an Adidas and a fanatics Anaheim ducks Jersey and I like the fanatics better cause it's more comfortable to wear than the Adidas
Adidas are really nice but being a bigger in the belly guy they just didn’t fit right on me no matter the size I tried. Just didn’t feel right. I was actually more comfortable in the fanatics and your spot on about the fabric feeling better especially with no shirt on underneath which the adidas feels itchy with
Im a big dude myself.....would you say fanatics is as comfy as reebok?
I forgot to mention I only buy hockey jerseys with names and names NO blank jerseys. I only have one blank jersey it's a Red Wings because my mom it,because it was cheap.
As a hockey player who’s tried a lot of the different nhl jersey and non nhl jerseys in the past the adizero Adidas jerseys are by far the best I’ve ever owned, best quality, best fit (pro looking fit) best breathablity by far yes it is an expensive £150 but worth every penny
I wouldn't mind the fanatics as much if the logo wasn't all one layer if the logos were embroidered like the reebok or ccm or even like the Adidas authentic I could maybe justify buying a fanatics that's the only real complaint I have about the fanatics is the way the logo is made it just doesn't stand up to the older jerseys
I have a WCH jersey just like you, and I noticed that they are the REAL replica's. They are the "Premier" adidas...no fight strap, but not fanatics. Makes me wonder why Fanatics is a thing?
The Indonesian reeboks or adidas?
I miss the old days of CCM and Koho etc when you either got a 1) "replica"...cheaper fabric and plastic/ironed on logo (cheapest), 2) "semi pro" - same fabric as on ice, but thinner, monogrammed logos and shoulder patches that were at least glued on with a good glue (mid range price) and 3) "pro"- the actual on ice product, thicker fabric, reinforced elbows, fight straps etc. When Reebok took over they introduced confusing/silly names that told you nothing of quality - "Premier" and "Edge" ...in fairness the primary logos were only slightly different (unlike the new Fanatics) but anything else were those vinyl patches. Also, as with Adidas, Reebok lied to the consumers...I had the both a Premier and Edge version of my favorite team and was satisfied with both, but thought the one with the fight strap was on ice authentic until recently when I took a closer look and saw it was made in Indonesia and the elbows weren't reinforced. I so wish we could go back to the days where a discerning customer could pay for the one ice product if they wanted and other customers got something that wasn't so obviously of poorer quality (again vinyl patches)
I think Knights' jerseys are going to have the most difference. The reflective gold material is far better on the Adidas and hasn't been well replicated with any lower tier jerseys. The logos are also a different size.
Waiting for Jersey Baron or Meigray Group to release Adidas Team Issued NHL jerseys.
Great video and information.
I bought a Adidas white Penguins jersey with Brassard on the back last month, and I'm very happy with the jersey. I'll spend the extra money for a jersey that is going to last a lot longer than a jersey that is going to fall apart faster. I've never had a Fanatics jersey, but I was also happy with my Reebok jerseys. Last, I do agree with the hockey guy that Reebok jerseys are bigger overall than Adidas.
What made you ever think that fanatics was a good manufacturer of sport clothing? Did they ever compare or was able to compete with the likes of Adidas and Nike? I'm still trying to figure out why fanatics is even involved in the manufacturer of sport-related clothing. I know that they have some official contract deals but who in the right mind will never trust them to make quality merchandise. They could easily Outsource with cheap Chinese Manufacturing. I've ordered a few things from them and I will be inspecting the quality looking for any inconsistencies. And the stuff that I've ordered is authentic merchandise that is supposedly manufacturer Direct-- we will see about that.
U getting the Seattle team?
So for like $50 is a Fanatics worth it?
I don't know if its the camera but that Fanatics jersey looks more like a t-shirt then a jersey
I have several of the Fanatics and I enjoy them. I’m not sure I’ll actually buy any more of the Fanatics though.
I’ll eventually try both but waiting for the good sales after the season. I wouldn’t mind paying full price for an Adidas but no way on a Fanatics.
Thank you for making this
I snagged a pro return addidas and a pro return reebok, and I have to say, in terms of durability and bang for your buck Reebok still makes the superior jersey.
Reebok is owned by Adidas
Hmm that's weird, I have Reebok jerseys and a WCoH Adidas jersey and my Adidas jersey feels way bigger than my Reeboks.
See and I have an authentic size 50 Adidas which fits and a size 50 Reebok which looks 4 sizes too big for me.
my problem with everyone reviewing these jerseys is no one talks about the size! Sure if your 5'8 180 an Adidas is great the fit is good. But if your 6'4 300 the Adidas are way to small, and that is fanatics plug those jerseys are made for the fans.!!!
I miss the Reebok jerseys
I just received a Austin Matthews home fanatics jersey my first Fanatics Jersey cause I always just buy the Adidas ones and I thought I’d try one just to see what was up with them, I would definitely still recommend the Adidas over the fanatics but they are still nice to a point I actually recommend them over the old premier Reebok’s the feel more heavier and better made than the Reebok’s were. But I hate the shiny logo on the crest and the shiny names and numbers of they would change the shiner crap they would be pretty nice
B A did you buy it right from the fanatics site?
Are you wearing it because it's Patrik Laine's birthday today? :)
Happy coincidence.
riiiiight ;) we don't want to make those wild fans upset. happy coincidence it is
Chris Joyal omg.. lol Shannon aint no crazy fanboy who would often do that, he first and foremost a hockey fan 😂
Lol I love how you wife or girlfriend cut you off right there with the nhl logo
Agreed on fanatics, I bought a white Barzal jersey from fanatics and I wasn’t impressed with the logo as opposed to adidas
I have two Fanatics jerseys. I like them. But they’re not really a jersey to me. More like a sweatshirt.
I don’t get why people are hating on fanatics. To me I don’t think there’s nothing wrong with fanatics, the quality is good. It’s just that I like adidas a little bit more cause I feel they’re more original and more valuable. I just like the name of adidas brand for a jersey, cause I feel it’s more of a “real jersey” . They both have good quality but fanatics has it a little better. But yeah like I said I would buy a adidas jersey anytime. Nothing wrong with the good quality of fanatics though.
Honestly, not having a fight strap in your lower back can be nice!
That's jersey made in Indonesia,,from Bandung
Fanatics jerseys are awful. I love my Adidas Crosby I got on sale! Adidas ones not worth full price but def worth it if you see it on sale imo.
Where did you get yours ? And do you know where to get a road or alternate jersey ?
That's just great news to hear. Just bought my first crosby Jersey and its fanatics.
I think the appearance depends on which team for the Fanatics. Some of them I've seen have an ugly crest while other Fanatics look very close to as good as the Reebok "Premier" line of jerseys, but fit much comfier. I have Adidas, Reebok, and Fanatics jerseys, and the Fanatics without a doubt is the comfiest (and warmest). It feels kind of like an Under Armor (or Nike) workout sweater, and the crests for the numbers and logo aren't stiff to move around in. I was all on the Adidas (and Reeebok) bandwagon until I was very pleasantly surprised with a Fanatics that I received as a gift. It probably helps that I know the gift purchaser got the jersey for ridiculously cheap (on sale), so I can't complain there.
Don't use Fanatics
Biggest reason? They user LaserShip, a criminal shipping organization that steals packages when they receive orders. So just know that there's a chance you won't get your order
I just bought an authentic mika zibanejad jersey from nhl.com, did I make the right choice lol?