Good video, thank you! In 'soccer' Adidas began making cost cutting measures like this in the mid 2000s. I recall that 2002 was the first time 'player issue' versus 'replica' became a widely-available retail option, and within just a couple of years it was the case that the nearly-double-the-price 'player issue' shirts weren't the same as what players wore! Shocking to see it in hockey where fans are paying even more insane prices.
this is bang on. they charge so much and it’s not even player issue. in the football they have a new kit every single season too. they also makes 3rd kits when they’re not even needed.
Ya, the first time I saw those in person at a mall in San Jose a few years ago I was convinced that the store was selling fake merchandise. I then realized that this is how Adidas sells their authentics, with that single stitched vinyl or whatever it's called crap. It's honestly criminal that they do that and market it as "authentic". Definitely needs to be more said about this. What I would say for anyone out there, buy the jersey blank and get the lettering done somewhere. If you're a Sharks fan in the Bay Area, I would recommend either buying the jersey at the SAP center in person so you can see it or ordering blank and then bringing it to the team store at SAP where you can have them get the authentic lettering done for you.
I have noticed on all newer jerseys, esp baseball, they are using painted or color screened vinyl instead of embroider now b/c it cheaper to manufacture. I noticed the Blackhawks shoulder patches on the Rebooks are that way, they used to be stitched. Everything new now is all junk looking and charging the same prices or higher. When I go looking, I hunt for the old school shirts, CCM if possible. They are the best quality and fit jerseys ever
@@slapshotjack9806 yes, get over myself because I believe a company who is claiming to be selling jerseys as “authentic” and what is worn “on-ice” shouldn’t be going cheap with vinyl numbers when that is not near what is actually worn. Yes, I will make sure to get over myself. Have a great life!
@@tonymeehan7859 I agree! Unfortunately, these companies are strictly money nowadays. I understand that the whole point is to make money but there should be some pride in your product which there is not anymore. That is why I usually go for game used/team issued when the price is good.
None of these are "authentic". They're all replicas because they're not on-ice quality. Don't let the false marketing fool you. What you're looking at is factory vinyl customization when what you're wanting is handstitched twill.
Yeah that is one bad thing about the Adidas jerseys with the pre stitched numbers. That's why I rarely buy them pre stitched. You're almost always better off getting the blanks and sending it in to get it stitched professionally (cool hockey and other websites or local places like that). But yeah it sucks that they retail for around $225 $230 or so and that's the quality we get.
Yeah $249 for single layer vinyl is a rip-off. The Kraken Team Store, while they do heat-pressed the jerseys in-store, at least use double-stacked twill for $269. They look okay visually, and I have Beniers and Gourde home jerseys made in-store, but I also have blanks in both home and road that I plan to get them hand-stitched at Seattle Tackle Twill Lettering, the company that the team officially uses for their on-ice jerseys.
Thanks for making me aware of this. I am coming to a kraken game from Texas and was going to wait till I got to Seattle to buy my jersey as I was thinking it would be authentic stitched numbers. But now I’m debating on that due to them basically using fanatics numbers on an adidas jersey
They are 2 types of authentic jerseys adidas makes. Indonesia made ones and made in Canada ones. The Ones that the players wear are the made in Canada ones. The Indonesian ones are the fan authentics. The jerseys that have the double stiching on the elbows are the authentic ones. Which are made in Canada. And the made in Canada ones are much heavier material.
My solution Rez, just buy a blank adidas and then send it to canada, (river city, coolhockey) and get the letters and numbers professionally done, It is a little more $$$ but worth it.
I genuinely miss the Reebok Edge's (even the indo-edge's) compared to what they have now. The few authentic, made in Indonesia Adidas jerseys I have don't have names/numbers for this very reason.
Yup. The only Adidas authentic I have with customization is a Hawks Toews and it’s the same garbage quality. Thankfully I only paid $50 because it was a clearance climalite with the toilet bowl neckline. You can get the higher quality names and numbers, but they cost more. If I ever want that, I’d go with a shop like Hockey Authentic.
I got a Adidas Vegas Golden Knights jersey in 2019. compared to the other Jerseys in my collection its insane. $230 USD did hurt when you put that in New Zealand dollars. it was a big hit. compared to my Rugby and cricket replica shirts it's miles ahead. but also like 5 times the price. so many shirts these days opting for cheap vinyl printed logos and the stitched logos are a forgotten art especially with sports teams in New Zealand. Sad times for jersey collectors! To think that my Vegas jersey could have been that little bit better is mind blowing 😮
Jerseys that are plated at Adidas have that awful vinyl kit. However, there are some jerseys at the Sharks Store that have been done properly with a twill kit. If you’re aware of the differences, they’re easy to tell apart.. the big tell being the stitching you referenced.
Yes, I have seen some that were correctly done at the team store. Though there should never be any inconsistencies with this type of stuff. People will feel like they’ve gotten duped.
So two things. One: I’ve looked through Reddit threads, and it appears that the NHL as a whole doesn’t do the double twill lettering on their jerseys. Which does suck for consumers… Second thing: the only way for me to get the bruins reverse retro is to buy the authentic. Sportsk is selling them for 160 though… which is far easier to convince my self than 240 is
Buy a blank and have Hockey Authentics or similar add the customization ends up costing about he same or in the Rangers case $60 less than the false advertising garbage they sell through NHL or at MSG
Dude! You were totally right. I'm gonna explain my experience. I went to one arena and Authentics retro reverse with name and number were NO stitched!! Looked like yes in appearance BUT no, I check the inside. However...! the Fanatics jerseys (No retro reverse version) had stitched numbers and name... Definitely I got my retro reverse blank instead!! I could also check how bad quality looked the tshirt like and some hats too!!! Definitelly no sport quality clothing, just barely "cheap" (they are not) trash... Congrats again for this helpful video!
That’s exactly why I suggest going to the team store in person and checking them out yourself, because you never know if you’ll get super into buying the cheapely made quality/numbers and letters! Glad I was able to make this video for you guys!
I got an adidas authentic from the NHL website and thought it was fake. The quality is garbage compared to the old reebok jerseys. I returned it. It is swingman quality. I also hate how they are slim to wide at the bottom like a dress.
I think they are attempting to mass produce in a small amount of time, at least with non-customized jerseys. There are many great companies out there that provide authentic quality stitching, i.e. Cool Hockey, Hockey Authentics, etc. where you can send them a blank jersey, so that's an option.
That’s the best option to go with at this point. I almost sent in my 30th anniversary sharks jersey to the store to get customized, but thank God I didn’t pull the trigger with that option!
Actually Rez a year before the Stars came to Dallas, we had a minor league CHL team called the Dallas Freeze was the classic sharks uniform. I will send you a pic on ig
Hello, it's actually quite simple. I have more than 20 jerseys made by Adidas. 2 MIC. The Jerseys which have a lower quality for the numbers are the jerseys of the 1st version of Adidas made in 2017. The Adizero which have the plastic Adidas "pods" in the bottom of the jersey. The most recent version, the Primegreens are practically perfect! If the numbers have more than one color applied, the different layers are double sewn. Well beyond the quality of the numbers, the quality of the logos is the day and the night between a Fanatics and an Adidas! There really is a lot of detail in the authentic Adidas logos. Especially for the Blackhawks Jersey! For the Primegreen versions Adidas redid the team logos to create a 3d effect. That's wonderful! The material of the Jersey is not the same between an Authentic Adidas and a Fanatic. Adidas is a material that looks like a hockey jersey for those who have already played ice hockey. The logos between a MIC and an Adidas there is no difference. Not in the versions I have at least. MIC are only available at auction. Otherwise the MIC are thicker. There are resistance seams at the elbows too. The MIC are not comfortable . I have CCM, Koho, Reebok and Starter Hockey Jerseys. Adidas are by far the best quality Jerseys! It is true that the Adidas Authentics are not the same as those worn by the players. But the price is $200 Canadian. The Reebok MIC was on sale for $400! the version that was found just after the Jersey MIC was also priced at 200 when they were manufactured by Reebok and the quality is lower than Adidas. I put some Adidas "Authentics" to play hockey and I have no problem! they are resistant, they breathe well and do not retain perspiration.
***Adidas authentic jerseys aren’t worth purchasing for $200 + they’re nothing like the reebok authentic jerseys from years prior and are a complete rip-off. Adidas and the nhl are ripping these fans off lol. ***But the actual adidas game worn jerseys are way better than the authentics they sell to fans and extremely similar to the old reebok authentics. If you can’t afford the meigray gamers or made in Canada gamers/ authentics. Just save your money man frfr 💯
I have an Adidas authentic Ovechkin jersey and I hate the fit. I feel like I'm wearing a gown. It's tight around my chest and then crazy loose around the waist. The quality is fine, it's the fit that I hate. I'd rather get a old Reebok or a fanatics than Adidas
Amazing Adidas even TRIED dis BS?!?!? This is Jersey Blasphemy!!! They had to upgrade in the recent year versions. They use actual multi layer tackle twill on the current season jerseys...
Exactly, when I saw this I was shocked, and utterly disappointed! Luckily I am not far from the SAP center so it’s easy for me to catch these type of things!
Swingman numbers, disgusting. The print on the numbers will chip/take damage - it will look particularly bad if its' on colored numbers. I would rather wear a blank, which is cheaper.
I ordered a stealth EK65 from fanatics back in January and then immediately returned it the following day. That vinyl crap sucks. I got a better quality and pro stitched off of BenH on reddit for a lot less. Adidas factory numbers suck.
Let me know something. I've just noticed that the stitching from the crest logo (shoulder patches are okay) are not high quality!!! At least on the Authentic Retro Reverse version. The threads are very thin and seem easy to break with a couple of uses or friction. I am getting disappointed not only with the fit (tight chest, huge hips) but also that. I think fans are being barely scammed these years with the NHL jerseys they buy, not the same quality as 2 decades ago.
The authentic adidas hockey jerseys are very poor in quality IF comparing to the older CCM, NIKE, or KOHO days. That’s just the reality of it. The best thing would be to get jerseys directly from Canada if this is the case, but unfortunately, the price point and obtainability are very difficult for most people (myself included). It’s a matter of preference at the end of the day.
@@REZRECTION Ikr. About Canadian jerseys, I used to know the seller Jersey Baron on Reebok era (Edge 2.0) but nowadays I'm not sure if anyone is also selling these Canadian Adidas. Thanks for the reply! Have a nice day
Yes Adidas is the Authentic jerseys and the Fanatics is the Replica jerseys but I do have Adidas Authentic jerseys of my local teams in the New York metropolitan area, Tri-State area of NY/NJ die hard New York sports fan, my Adidas Authentic jerseys of the Islanders, Rangers, and Devils, home, away, and the Reverse Retro jerseys are all blank so I'm good I really don't like to have a player name or number on the back anyways it's more money plus you don't even know if that player is gonna be on that team for a long time or the rest of his career so I'm good with a blank NHL jersey doesn't bother me and the best part is the crest/logo on the front.
Blank hockey jerseys look dope imo. Imo one of the best styled jerseys without a player/number on the back 🙌🏽🙏🏽 Salute to ya’ll all the way in the NY 🗽 🙌🏽
I am about buying an Authentic Adidas jersey Retro Reverse from another team and in person but from now will definitely be blank. So it's not only a scam by what I've just listened and seen but much more because those are so expensive...
Yeah team stores charge full price and probably higher than retailers at times. Almost 9/10 you can get these jerseys elsewhere for cheaper if you are patient enough!
I just bought the Adidas authentic jersey (Stamkos) from NHL Shop and it was the same. Also it was completely heat pressed besides the logo. That is prolly fakestitching you see here aswell, just like in my jersey. I live in Europe and thought that if I order from the NHL store, I would get the best quality possible, but after research, I was so wrong. Fanatics customer service in general is shit and this was a utter disgrace. I feel like I was scammed by NHL shop. Do yourself a favour and NEVER ORDER FROM ANY OF THE "FANATICS EXPERIENCE" SHOPS. I personally aint buying anything from them anymore, next jersey is gonna be from Coolhockey, Hockeyauthentic etc.
That’s a darn shame! I’ve bought authentics from them in the past and they’ve come with the authentic twill on the letters/numbers etc. However, I was really shocked to see the burns in the store with those horrible numbers and letters.
Those should not be called authentic’s if it not the spec’s or quality that the players wear on the ice than it should be called fan gear (hockey pads don’t even fit with these jerseys) it’s a shame that the market has turn to this and people buy this junk
Thats Made in Indonesia Not Canada, Not Authentic! Adidas Has Replicas and this was one of them. Authentic Jerseys are Made in Canada and you can tell the quality difference!
Really important video, thank you for sharing this message. I got a Bruins Authentic Bergeron jersey for a cheap price, but same experience with the numbers and letters…no good quality
@@REZRECTION thank you! At least the logo on the front is really good quality stitching. But will be more cautious going forward, thanks to your video. I Appreciate it!
I think the adidas authentic expensive one are to hang up on the wall as collectibles then the other cheap one is to beat up on and represent thats what I'ma do just looking into jersey bouta buy my first one this Christmas
yeah bought a supposed authentic one from fanatics. heat pressed and didn't even include the alternate captain "A" patch. how in the F are you going to call that authentic when it's not even close to what's worn on the ice? safe to say i went full karen and got a full return and full refund for everything. adidas brand looks cheap as heck too. ive decided ill never buy one of these. will just stick to wearing my old reebok ones.
Only MiC (made in Canada jerseys) are truly authentic. Anything from retail like adidas "authentic", prime green, or fanatics brand are all made in Indonesia. Made in Indonesia, even though they are called authentic.......are really not authentic. If you want the closest to what the players wear on the ice, they must be MiC (made in Canada). Very expensive if you buy MiC, but well worth it.
Very true! Unfortunately the MIC jerseys cost an arm and a leg so I can understand how people would choose to get adidas “authentics” or even the fanatics route! Appreciate you sharing your input! 🙏🏽
I know what u mean the hockey hall of fame in Toronto I was gonna get a lightning jersey to jus kinda remember my visit there so they had a stamkos jersey and the numbers on it was the papery thin crappy single layer material and nhl shop is a toss up either the materials are ok or there this same material as the stammer I looked at cuz of this I only order from hockey authentic or coolhockey never been disappointed by either of them
That’s good to know there are people out there that can help bring us top notch quality for these hockey jerseys. After seeing what I saw at the team shop was totally disappointing!
@@REZRECTION oh yea I can’t say this was an issue when Reebok was making the jerseys. First time I seen a jersey with the not so good material for the numbers I thought it was a fake being in Canada jerseys are expensive enough I don’t wanna worry about getting shitty material
I was looking for my first NHL jersey last weekend (July 2024), first of all shocked by the prices. And personally i'd always go for a 'blank', so no name or number on the back.
@@REZRECTION yeah I haven't bought one yet tho, still think it's a waste of money. Maybe sometime in the future i'll just get the Pittburgh Penguins blank one.
@@REZRECTION mmm, you have any websites as a recommendation? I really couldn't find them that easy, then again it was my very first time looking for a NHL jersey.
Crazy! Yeah, I have 2 home jerseys of the same team, and I noticed on my climalite jersey that the numbers are thicker and they're double stitched. On my primegreen, the numbers seem flimsy and are not double stitched. Got both of them from Fanatics. Super disappointed 😞
@REZRECTION so, I figured it out. I just bought 3 more jerseys and the jerseys in your video with the single sticking is a primegreen, numbers are flimsy and seem cheap where as the climalite is a more authentic feel with double sticking and thicker numbers. They are both authentic, just made with different materials... like the primegreen is made with recycled materials. So people, pay attention to what kind of authentic jerseys you buy. There seem to be 2 or 3 different types out there. Hope this helps
My god how the hell are you even supposed to get the double stitched then if every single fucking vendor seems to do this???? So frustrated since I just tried ordering an asg jersey from fanatics
You still can, but you should check them out in person first to confirm. If you don’t want to take that chance, your best bet is to go to another customizer who can get it done for you.
@@REZRECTION I checked as soon as I saw this video, both primegreen jeresy Crosby 22 Away and 22 Third Jersey, have the double stitching and everything. My climalite from last year 2020-2021 home penguins jersey isn’t double stitched. And the logo on the chest is even different so I might update my home jersey for the Penguins and give the climalite to my dad or something. I’m as you said, paying for something I want to be premium, and the climalite apparently ain’t it.
Yeah same here in Chicago I noticed how cheaply made the Blackhawks Adidas authentics are now probably have been for at least a year maybe two. I compared it to a Fanatics and they are basically almost the same and Fanatics branded jerseys are horrible. I too was angry to see how bad the Adidas authentics have gotten. The reebok authentic NHL jersey were great. Luckily I already got the players I wanted before NHL went switched to Adidas and before Adidas made these crappy jersey.
I wish I had some Reebok authentic nhl jerseys! Couldn’t afford them back then and now they go for an arm and a leg 😔😭 I’ve seen some adidas authentics which are not that bad, but the fact they’re inconsistently lying to us with this quality of numbers on authentics are 👎
@@REZRECTION yeah its like a big slap in the face. Us jerseyheads know whats up but the average or casual fan looking to buy an authentic for the first time have no idea how bad these new authentics have become and are really getting ripped off. The Blackhawks authentic 2019 winter Classic Adidas jersey was a high quality top notch jersey. If I recall correctly, when Adidas got first got the nhl license, the stitching on authentics was similar to Reeboks at first. I wanted to to buy a Blackhawks retro reverse jersey last year but I was like eew when I saw it. I had to double check to see if it was actually an authentic.
@@lsalas76 yeah it’s tough. The best advice is just to look at them in person if you can. Some don’t have that luxury unfortunately 😞 whenever I get the chance to do so tho, I will try to document and share with you guys!
I got a caps fanatics jersey a few year's ago an honestly the fanatics jersey and Adidas kinda look an feel the same almost like you're wears a t-shirt...my nationals jersey is heavier lol
@@REZRECTION probably by design...I'm goin to a wizards game Friday at capital one arena if the capitals team store is open ill go in an look at the authentic to see if its the same issue an I'll send you a picture to compare
I just purchased an avalanche retro 2018/19 alternate size 54 off ebay. I got screwed I think cuz it's way bigger than my 54 retro 2.0 one. like the sleeves are 8 inches loner than my hand and it's a dress. like wtf? idk if it's fake but thanks for the video
I have a customized blackhawks 2019 winter classic authentic adidas jersey and it has the single stitch your talking about on the name and numbers as well and I got that at the CBHS here in downtown Chicago and they send they’re customs to to the teams actual stitcher. But then I have a reverse retro adidas authentic from the hawks as well and the numbers are double stitched but not the name, and I got that at dicks sporting goods.
@@REZRECTION tbh it never caught my attention but then again I’m new to jersey collecting and noticed what you were talking about when I seen your video so thank you for the information. In the future I do hope double stitching is applied to all the Adidas jerseys not only will that be better for the jersey in quality but it looks way better at least in my opinion.
Friend, do you recommend any ebay seller or online store to buy Reeboks and older jerseys? I only know ONE seller on eBay with affordable old jerseys. THANK U
When ever I want an authentic fight jersey (the one with the strap on it) only Reebok made then . Long Live Reebok . I’m a Bruins fan and Bergeron on the winter classic video even said it was too tight . That’s why I stay away from Adidas from any jersey. Sizing are wrong heck even Nike has failed at the sizing and jerseys unless is an NBA one.
Hi! I just got a Vegas gray Shea Theodore adidas authentic. The number 2 is peeling off a bit on the back and the shoulder how do I fix that? Iron? Glue?
Real authentic jerseys are always made in Canada. The dimples on the adidas jerseys are extremely pronounced. It sucks that Adidas doesn’t actually sell the real jerseys that the pros wear on the ice. It sucks.
as far as I'm concerned, Adidas jerseys are horrible junk to begin with. For starters, there sizes run a size smaller than Rebook. I bought a MacKinnon shirt, I have to order a 3XL size 60. in order for the pit to pit to fit me....then that makes the sleeves too damn long!! Secondly, the sleeves in general....they look like and actual shirt sleeve...they are so narrow compared to the Rebook/CCM where you have all kinds of pit and shoulder room to move in it. Thirdly, the neck line....what a mess. The V-neck on the old school shirts are so much easier to get over your head....these Adidas ones, its like a t-shirt, its too constricting around the neck. And speaking of the neck, the design of the trim around the neck, looks like an actual shirt collar in its looks. Look at the Penguins/Blackhawks for example....it looks like they have colored wing collars like a dress shirt or polo shirt. They are the worst design ever, and this Fanatics brand isn't mush better either. CCM/Starter/Rebook are a way more superior brand as far as design and comport are concerned
Seriously, the authentic jerseys aren't worth it. I buy the "crap" fanatics jerseys because... they're all crap, so why waste my money? I rep my team just the same and spend half the money.
@@REZRECTION well as I said (and you said) the Adidas authentic jerseys are crap so what quality are you talking about...? Accuracy, yes, I agree. But Adidas is making a killing for making an inferior jersey. If I can't tell a difference between a Fanatics one then why waste money on an inferior product? That's my point. Personal preference of not wasting my money.
@@davidsmith9 everybody is entitled to their opinion. Adidas is not the best quality (if comparing to older counterparts I.e. Reebok, CCM etc.) but it’s definitely an upgrade compared to fanatics. But to completely dismiss fanatics would be an unfair comparison as it’s much for feasible for the average joe’s pockets.
Dude…love your videos!!! Can I ask a favour? Want to purchase a Adidas NHL jersey but worried about sizing. I live in the UK so can’t just go and try one on (sadly). What are the pit to pit measurements please? For a comparison I take Large in both swingman NBA jerseys and NFL jerseys. Looking forward to your advice
Thank you! Adidas authentics run a lot more slimmer and tailored compared to the one I’m wearing in the video (starter, ccm, Reebok etc). Pit to pit for my adidas authentics is about 24.5-25 inches across the chest
@@REZRECTION thanks for the reply, appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. Assume you mean 24.5 -25 inches? Which size is this referring too (as in which size jersey?)
@@NewstieNut 54 is an XL for Adidas NHL authentics. Here is a link to their size chart provided by Fanatics. www.fanatics.com/nhl-jersey-size-chart/x-2629+z-909960942-3705562428
When ordering online, you need to look for hand stitched personalization option. It's more expensive, but it's the real deal.
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The twill lettering is much better than the vinyl lettering on jerseys.
Good video, thank you! In 'soccer' Adidas began making cost cutting measures like this in the mid 2000s. I recall that 2002 was the first time 'player issue' versus 'replica' became a widely-available retail option, and within just a couple of years it was the case that the nearly-double-the-price 'player issue' shirts weren't the same as what players wore! Shocking to see it in hockey where fans are paying even more insane prices.
Crazy times we’re living in!
this is bang on. they charge so much and it’s not even player issue. in the football they have a new kit every single season too. they also makes 3rd kits when they’re not even needed.
NHL Adidas are total garbage....should have never been allowed to market that trash
Ya, the first time I saw those in person at a mall in San Jose a few years ago I was convinced that the store was selling fake merchandise. I then realized that this is how Adidas sells their authentics, with that single stitched vinyl or whatever it's called crap. It's honestly criminal that they do that and market it as "authentic". Definitely needs to be more said about this. What I would say for anyone out there, buy the jersey blank and get the lettering done somewhere. If you're a Sharks fan in the Bay Area, I would recommend either buying the jersey at the SAP center in person so you can see it or ordering blank and then bringing it to the team store at SAP where you can have them get the authentic lettering done for you.
I have noticed on all newer jerseys, esp baseball, they are using painted or color screened vinyl instead of embroider now b/c it cheaper to manufacture. I noticed the Blackhawks shoulder patches on the Rebooks are that way, they used to be stitched. Everything new now is all junk looking and charging the same prices or higher. When I go looking, I hunt for the old school shirts, CCM if possible. They are the best quality and fit jerseys ever
@@slapshotjack9806 then Reebok should also be ashamed of themselves for doing the same thing. That is not right and should not be accepted.
@@slapshotjack9806 yes, get over myself because I believe a company who is claiming to be selling jerseys as “authentic” and what is worn “on-ice” shouldn’t be going cheap with vinyl numbers when that is not near what is actually worn. Yes, I will make sure to get over myself. Have a great life!
@@tonymeehan7859 I agree! Unfortunately, these companies are strictly money nowadays. I understand that the whole point is to make money but there should be some pride in your product which there is not anymore. That is why I usually go for game used/team issued when the price is good.
@@slapshotjack9806 as someone who has both. That is incorrect. Also, I was specifically talking about the vinyl lettering/numbering.
None of these are "authentic". They're all replicas because they're not on-ice quality. Don't let the false marketing fool you.
What you're looking at is factory vinyl customization when what you're wanting is handstitched twill.
Yeah that is one bad thing about the Adidas jerseys with the pre stitched numbers. That's why I rarely buy them pre stitched. You're almost always better off getting the blanks and sending it in to get it stitched professionally (cool hockey and other websites or local places like that). But yeah it sucks that they retail for around $225 $230 or so and that's the quality we get.
That seems like the route to go! Thank goodness I didn’t customize my 30th sharks jersey through the store directly.
Thanks for the 411 Jake!
Yeah $249 for single layer vinyl is a rip-off. The Kraken Team Store, while they do heat-pressed the jerseys in-store, at least use double-stacked twill for $269. They look okay visually, and I have Beniers and Gourde home jerseys made in-store, but I also have blanks in both home and road that I plan to get them hand-stitched at Seattle Tackle Twill Lettering, the company that the team officially uses for their on-ice jerseys.
Thanks for making me aware of this. I am coming to a kraken game from Texas and was going to wait till I got to Seattle to buy my jersey as I was thinking it would be authentic stitched numbers. But now I’m debating on that due to them basically using fanatics numbers on an adidas jersey
They are 2 types of authentic jerseys adidas makes. Indonesia made ones and made in Canada ones. The Ones that the players wear are the made in Canada ones. The Indonesian ones are the fan authentics. The jerseys that have the double stiching on the elbows are the authentic ones. Which are made in Canada. And the made in Canada ones are much heavier material.
Yup! Hands down the quality is a huge difference!
Yes, this!
Or a take on being “lightweight” jersey attempt
@@REZRECTIONeven the Kane jersey u got is an indo jersey. The Canadian ones are super hard to find and like 500-1000 dollars
@@REZRECTIONalso I send mine into hockey authentic to get them stitched
My solution Rez, just buy a blank adidas and then send it to canada, (river city, coolhockey) and get the letters and numbers professionally done, It is a little more $$$ but worth it.
That seems like the common answer!
I genuinely miss the Reebok Edge's (even the indo-edge's) compared to what they have now. The few authentic, made in Indonesia Adidas jerseys I have don't have names/numbers for this very reason.
I definitely miss the Reebok edge as well!!! One of my favorite eras of hockey jerseys!
Reebok knew how to make jerseys. NFL or NHL miss you Reebok 😭😭
That’s nuts! I have a few adidas authentics but they are blanks.
You should be good, but if you ever send them in to get customized, beware!
Yup. The only Adidas authentic I have with customization is a Hawks Toews and it’s the same garbage quality. Thankfully I only paid $50 because it was a clearance climalite with the toilet bowl neckline. You can get the higher quality names and numbers, but they cost more. If I ever want that, I’d go with a shop like Hockey Authentic.
I got a Adidas Vegas Golden Knights jersey in 2019. compared to the other Jerseys in my collection its insane. $230 USD did hurt when you put that in New Zealand dollars. it was a big hit. compared to my Rugby and cricket replica shirts it's miles ahead. but also like 5 times the price. so many shirts these days opting for cheap vinyl printed logos and the stitched logos are a forgotten art especially with sports teams in New Zealand. Sad times for jersey collectors! To think that my Vegas jersey could have been that little bit better is mind blowing 😮
The prices for jerseys nowadays have definitely gone up insanely for sure. Still hurts everytime I pay over $200 for any jersey hahaha
Jerseys that are plated at Adidas have that awful vinyl kit. However, there are some jerseys at the Sharks Store that have been done properly with a twill kit. If you’re aware of the differences, they’re easy to tell apart.. the big tell being the stitching you referenced.
Yes, I have seen some that were correctly done at the team store. Though there should never be any inconsistencies with this type of stuff. People will feel like they’ve gotten duped.
Rez is pro authentic sticking available at the Sharks shop if you ask?
So two things. One: I’ve looked through Reddit threads, and it appears that the NHL as a whole doesn’t do the double twill lettering on their jerseys. Which does suck for consumers… Second thing: the only way for me to get the bruins reverse retro is to buy the authentic. Sportsk is selling them for 160 though… which is far easier to convince my self than 240 is
That’s the best route to do when buying authentic hockey jerseys! If there’s a custom player you would like, that would be the best option 🙏🏽🙌🏽🤙🏽
@@REZRECTION love your videos my man 🤙🏻
@@Eirik36 much appreciated! 🙏🏽🙌🏽
Buy a blank and have Hockey Authentics or similar add the customization ends up costing about he same or in the Rangers case $60 less than the false advertising garbage they sell through NHL or at MSG
The new Primegreen jerseys are stitched double layers. My Flyers and Devils are like that and I’m very happy.
That’s awesome! I definitely would love to get another player soon for the style I saw in store.
Did you order them from nhl shop? I just ordered one and now after watching this I want to make sure my number kits ok first 😂
Dude! You were totally right. I'm gonna explain my experience. I went to one arena and Authentics retro reverse with name and number were NO stitched!! Looked like yes in appearance BUT no, I check the inside.
However...! the Fanatics jerseys (No retro reverse version) had stitched numbers and name...
Definitely I got my retro reverse blank instead!!
I could also check how bad quality looked the tshirt like and some hats too!!! Definitelly no sport quality clothing, just barely "cheap" (they are not) trash...
Congrats again for this helpful video!
That’s exactly why I suggest going to the team store in person and checking them out yourself, because you never know if you’ll get super into buying the cheapely made quality/numbers and letters!
Glad I was able to make this video for you guys!
The authentic jerseys are so well made. It’s hard to believe they’d iron-on the name & numbers at the very end.
@@SHAAAAAAAAAARKS it is sad, but unfortunately is very common!
I got an adidas authentic from the NHL website and thought it was fake. The quality is garbage compared to the old reebok jerseys. I returned it. It is swingman quality. I also hate how they are slim to wide at the bottom like a dress.
The quality has definitely downgraded since the Reebok days! These are also much lighter and not heavy, which some prefer and some don’t
I think they are attempting to mass produce in a small amount of time, at least with non-customized jerseys. There are many great companies out there that provide authentic quality stitching, i.e. Cool Hockey, Hockey Authentics, etc. where you can send them a blank jersey, so that's an option.
That’s the best option to go with at this point. I almost sent in my 30th anniversary sharks jersey to the store to get customized, but thank God I didn’t pull the trigger with that option!
Thanks for recommendation, those sites look good. Cheers
Actually Rez a year before the Stars came to Dallas, we had a minor league CHL team called the Dallas Freeze was the classic sharks uniform. I will send you a pic on ig
What’s your thoughts on the NHL ALL STAR GAME Jersey’s this year
They’re okay. Not too fond on them though. The blue version was probably my favorite out of the bunch.
Wow…a swing man with authentic price 😱 thanks for info
Horrible quality in numbers/letters! 🤦♂️
Hello, it's actually quite simple.
I have more than 20 jerseys made by Adidas. 2 MIC. The Jerseys which have a lower quality for the numbers are the jerseys of the 1st version of Adidas made in 2017. The Adizero which have the plastic Adidas "pods" in the bottom of the jersey. The most recent version, the Primegreens are practically perfect! If the numbers have more than one color applied, the different layers are double sewn.
Well beyond the quality of the numbers, the quality of the logos is the day and the night between a Fanatics and an Adidas! There really is a lot of detail in the authentic Adidas logos. Especially for the Blackhawks Jersey!
For the Primegreen versions Adidas redid the team logos to create a 3d effect. That's wonderful!
The material of the Jersey is not the same between an Authentic Adidas and a Fanatic. Adidas is a material that looks like a hockey jersey for those who have already played ice hockey.
The logos between a MIC and an Adidas there is no difference. Not in the versions I have at least.
MIC are only available at auction. Otherwise the MIC are thicker. There are resistance seams at the elbows too. The MIC are not comfortable .
I have CCM, Koho, Reebok and Starter Hockey Jerseys. Adidas are by far the best quality Jerseys! It is true that the Adidas Authentics are not the same as those worn by the players. But the price is $200 Canadian. The Reebok MIC was on sale for $400! the version that was found just after the Jersey MIC was also priced at 200 when they were manufactured by Reebok and the quality is lower than Adidas. I put some Adidas "Authentics" to play hockey and I have no problem! they are resistant, they breathe well and do not retain perspiration.
Very well said! You have quite the variety with your jerseys!!!
***Adidas authentic jerseys aren’t worth purchasing for $200 + they’re nothing like the reebok authentic jerseys from years prior and are a complete rip-off. Adidas and the nhl are ripping these fans off lol. ***But the actual adidas game worn jerseys are way better than the authentics they sell to fans and extremely similar to the old reebok authentics. If you can’t afford the meigray gamers or made in Canada gamers/ authentics. Just save your money man frfr 💯
Im buying my first jersey, will have this in mind. Specially with how expensive for me is an Adidas. Thanks
Right on! Hopefully it works out for you! 🤞🏽
I have an Adidas authentic Ovechkin jersey and I hate the fit. I feel like I'm wearing a gown. It's tight around my chest and then crazy loose around the waist. The quality is fine, it's the fit that I hate. I'd rather get a old Reebok or a fanatics than Adidas
The adidas authentics or just newer hockey jerseys in general fit much more slimmer than the older 90s stuff!
That's why I only buy the actual on ice jersey, expensive as hell, but I know what I am getting and not getting screwed over.
Amazing Adidas even TRIED dis BS?!?!? This is Jersey Blasphemy!!! They had to upgrade in the recent year versions. They use actual multi layer tackle twill on the current season jerseys...
Exactly, when I saw this I was shocked, and utterly disappointed! Luckily I am not far from the SAP center so it’s easy for me to catch these type of things!
Yeah I buy them from the sharks pro shop and have them customize the jerseys. It cost extra but its well worth it and they use high quality material.
Well said!
Swingman numbers, disgusting. The print on the numbers will chip/take damage - it will look particularly bad if its' on colored numbers.
I would rather wear a blank, which is cheaper.
That seems like the best option to go with at this point! 😔😭
I ordered a stealth EK65 from fanatics back in January and then immediately returned it the following day. That vinyl crap sucks. I got a better quality and pro stitched off of BenH on reddit for a lot less. Adidas factory numbers suck.
Let me know something. I've just noticed that the stitching from the crest logo (shoulder patches are okay) are not high quality!!!
At least on the Authentic Retro Reverse version. The threads are very thin and seem easy to break with a couple of uses or friction. I am getting disappointed not only with the fit (tight chest, huge hips) but also that. I think fans are being barely scammed these years with the NHL jerseys they buy, not the same quality as 2 decades ago.
The authentic adidas hockey jerseys are very poor in quality IF comparing to the older CCM, NIKE, or KOHO days.
That’s just the reality of it. The best thing would be to get jerseys directly from Canada if this is the case, but unfortunately, the price point and obtainability are very difficult for most people (myself included). It’s a matter of preference at the end of the day.
@@REZRECTION Ikr. About Canadian jerseys, I used to know the seller Jersey Baron on Reebok era (Edge 2.0) but nowadays I'm not sure if anyone is also selling these Canadian Adidas.
Thanks for the reply!
Have a nice day
@@silverbeach85 if I ever find one I’ll post a video on it! Appreciate you watching and supporting the channel 🙏🏽
Buy the jersey off of cool hockey and have it hand stitched
What do you think about Sportsk customization? I am a bit traumatized now, I prefer blanck jerseys, so I know what I'll receive LOL
I haven’t seen any? Care to explain haha
Yes Adidas is the Authentic jerseys and the Fanatics is the Replica jerseys but I do have Adidas Authentic jerseys of my local teams in the New York metropolitan area, Tri-State area of NY/NJ die hard New York sports fan, my Adidas Authentic jerseys of the Islanders, Rangers, and Devils, home, away, and the Reverse Retro jerseys are all blank so I'm good I really don't like to have a player name or number on the back anyways it's more money plus you don't even know if that player is gonna be on that team for a long time or the rest of his career so I'm good with a blank NHL jersey doesn't bother me and the best part is the crest/logo on the front.
Blank hockey jerseys look dope imo. Imo one of the best styled jerseys without a player/number on the back 🙌🏽🙏🏽 Salute to ya’ll all the way in the NY 🗽 🙌🏽
@@REZRECTION thanks man for the salute sir 👍👍👍👍👍
You can also get the NHL Authentic(and Replica)Jerseys from the NHL Shop Store
This is why I buy blanks and if I want it customized I send to Cool 😎 Hockey 🏒
Buying blanks and then customizing with someone else is the best option!
I am about buying an Authentic Adidas jersey Retro Reverse from another team and in person but from now will definitely be blank. So it's not only a scam by what I've just listened and seen but much more because those are so expensive...
Yeah team stores charge full price and probably higher than retailers at times. Almost 9/10 you can get these jerseys elsewhere for cheaper if you are patient enough!
I just bought the Adidas authentic jersey (Stamkos) from NHL Shop and it was the same. Also it was completely heat pressed besides the logo. That is prolly fakestitching you see here aswell, just like in my jersey. I live in Europe and thought that if I order from the NHL store, I would get the best quality possible, but after research, I was so wrong. Fanatics customer service in general is shit and this was a utter disgrace. I feel like I was scammed by NHL shop. Do yourself a favour and NEVER ORDER FROM ANY OF THE "FANATICS EXPERIENCE" SHOPS. I personally aint buying anything from them anymore, next jersey is gonna be from Coolhockey, Hockeyauthentic etc.
That’s a darn shame! I’ve bought authentics from them in the past and they’ve come with the authentic twill on the letters/numbers etc.
However, I was really shocked to see the burns in the store with those horrible numbers and letters.
Great video by the way! Very informative.
Thank you!
My 2016 player issued Hawks jersey is far superior to the other jerseys. What’s weird is it’s lighter. Made in Canada. $500
Agreed, im new in Collecting. Ty for advice. Dicks is a good buy when they have sales.
Definitely a good place to go if you’re starting!
Mitchell & ness doing the same things , they used to have one out line of stitching on their swingmans, and now their all just printed.
Very sad!
Those should not be called authentic’s if it not the spec’s or quality that the players wear on the ice than it should be called fan gear (hockey pads don’t even fit with these jerseys) it’s a shame that the market has turn to this and people buy this junk
1000000000% agree!!!
Thats Made in Indonesia Not Canada, Not Authentic! Adidas Has Replicas and this was one of them. Authentic Jerseys are Made in Canada and you can tell the quality difference!
I buy my jerseys plain or with my name and favorite number just because the players always switch teams and I don't like that
YOUR A 💯 IT ALL SHOULD BE STITCHED FOR THAT PRICE PERIOD!!!!!!!!!!!!
That’s the premier lettering that fanatics uses. I hate it.
Really important video, thank you for sharing this message. I got a Bruins Authentic Bergeron jersey for a cheap price, but same experience with the numbers and letters…no good quality
Thank you for watching! Sorry you were disappointed in the quality too! Gotta be very careful when choosing customized to do your jerseys!
@@REZRECTION thank you! At least the logo on the front is really good quality stitching. But will be more cautious going forward, thanks to your video. I Appreciate it!
I think the adidas authentic expensive one are to hang up on the wall as collectibles then the other cheap one is to beat up on and represent thats what I'ma do just looking into jersey bouta buy my first one this Christmas
Having options are ALWAYS great to have. My issue are the price point and misleading quality that is being advertised.
GREAT VIDEO! THANK YOU!!!
🙌🏽 💯 🙏🏽
yeah bought a supposed authentic one from fanatics. heat pressed and didn't even include the alternate captain "A" patch. how in the F are you going to call that authentic when it's not even close to what's worn on the ice? safe to say i went full karen and got a full return and full refund for everything. adidas brand looks cheap as heck too. ive decided ill never buy one of these. will just stick to wearing my old reebok ones.
Probably for the best!
Only MiC (made in Canada jerseys) are truly authentic. Anything from retail like adidas "authentic", prime green, or fanatics brand are all made in Indonesia. Made in Indonesia, even though they are called authentic.......are really not authentic. If you want the closest to what the players wear on the ice, they must be MiC (made in Canada). Very expensive if you buy MiC, but well worth it.
Very true!
Unfortunately the MIC jerseys cost an arm and a leg so I can understand how people would choose to get adidas “authentics” or even the fanatics route!
Appreciate you sharing your input! 🙏🏽
@@REZRECTION agreed, some go for 499 and up. Thanks for the response. Great video.
I hear that Fanatics is gonna replace Adidas as the new manufacturer of NHL Authentic(and Replica)Jerseys
Yup! Last of the adidas days for the NHL
Friend do you have any size 56 from Authentics? I want to buy one but smaller sizes are sold out
I'd buy it blank, ofc :'D
Sadly I don’t own any size 56 nhl jerseys. Only 54 and below!
NBA Authentic 200 +
NFL Authentic 300 +
NHL Authentic 200 + it doesn’t add up should be at least 400
Definitely doesn’t!
Were those the new "green" jerseys by Adidas, made with recycled materials?
I believe they were
I know what u mean the hockey hall of fame in Toronto I was gonna get a lightning jersey to jus kinda remember my visit there so they had a stamkos jersey and the numbers on it was the papery thin crappy single layer material and nhl shop is a toss up either the materials are ok or there this same material as the stammer I looked at cuz of this I only order from hockey authentic or coolhockey never been disappointed by either of them
That’s good to know there are people out there that can help bring us top notch quality for these hockey jerseys. After seeing what I saw at the team shop was totally disappointing!
@@REZRECTION oh yea I can’t say this was an issue when Reebok was making the jerseys. First time I seen a jersey with the not so good material for the numbers I thought it was a fake being in Canada jerseys are expensive enough I don’t wanna worry about getting shitty material
What’s your thoughts on the NEW San Jose Sharks Alternate Jersey’s
Personally I dig them! Plan on getting one soon!
I was looking for my first NHL jersey last weekend (July 2024), first of all shocked by the prices. And personally i'd always go for a 'blank', so no name or number on the back.
@@tropical9913 they’re not cheap but luckily hockey blanks are pretty stylish!
@@REZRECTION
yeah I haven't bought one yet tho, still think it's a waste of money. Maybe sometime in the future i'll just get the Pittburgh Penguins blank one.
@@tropical9913 either that or get one of the older pre Reebok’s I.e. CCM, Koho, Starter etc.
@@REZRECTION mmm, you have any websites as a recommendation? I really couldn't find them that easy, then again it was my very first time looking for a NHL jersey.
@@tropical9913 eBay is your best bet. Can also try Poshmark or Mercari or even Marketplace FB
I have an adidas authentic ovechkin jersey and I didn’t realize the numbers are exactly what you’re talking about, smh
Yikes! I would try contacting whoever you bought it from to see if you can get a refund!
Nice video
@@JasonVoorhees1946_ 🙏🙏
I've noticed that the Adidas jerseys run small. I prefer the CCM or Reebok brands for hockey jersey's..
Me too!
From the cut to the materials used these Adidas jerseys are the worst ever made! I'll never buy!
Everyone has a preference. Can’t knock it!
Crazy! Yeah, I have 2 home jerseys of the same team, and I noticed on my climalite jersey that the numbers are thicker and they're double stitched. On my primegreen, the numbers seem flimsy and are not double stitched. Got both of them from Fanatics. Super disappointed 😞
Gotta see them in person, otherwise you take a risk when purchasing!
@REZRECTION so, I figured it out. I just bought 3 more jerseys and the jerseys in your video with the single sticking is a primegreen, numbers are flimsy and seem cheap where as the climalite is a more authentic feel with double sticking and thicker numbers. They are both authentic, just made with different materials... like the primegreen is made with recycled materials.
So people, pay attention to what kind of authentic jerseys you buy. There seem to be 2 or 3 different types out there.
Hope this helps
@@ericsmith4423it’s the other way around, prime green better material
My god how the hell are you even supposed to get the double stitched then if every single fucking vendor seems to do this???? So frustrated since I just tried ordering an asg jersey from fanatics
You still can, but you should check them out in person first to confirm. If you don’t want to take that chance, your best bet is to go to another customizer who can get it done for you.
What is the difference between adidas authentic and adidas authentic pro?
To tell you the truth, I’m not 100% sure on that one. They both seem to have the same features on the stores description though!
@@REZRECTION I was just wondering why there was a 5 dollar difference
This is an issue with the Climalite jerseys but the new prime green it’s doublestitched
Good to know!
@@REZRECTION I checked as soon as I saw this video, both primegreen jeresy Crosby 22 Away and 22 Third Jersey, have the double stitching and everything. My climalite from last year 2020-2021 home penguins jersey isn’t double stitched. And the logo on the chest is even different so I might update my home jersey for the Penguins and give the climalite to my dad or something. I’m as you said, paying for something I want to be premium, and the climalite apparently ain’t it.
@@ARC-4824 big facts!
Thanks for the info 👍
Anytime!!!
I do have a Adidas Jersey but my other 3 nhl Jerseys are fanatics
Never can go wrong with different choices / brands of the jerseys
Yeah same here in Chicago I noticed how cheaply made the Blackhawks Adidas authentics are now probably have been for at least a year maybe two. I compared it to a Fanatics and they are basically almost the same and Fanatics branded jerseys are horrible. I too was angry to see how bad the Adidas authentics have gotten. The reebok authentic NHL jersey were great. Luckily I already got the players I wanted before NHL went switched to Adidas and before Adidas made these crappy jersey.
I wish I had some Reebok authentic nhl jerseys! Couldn’t afford them back then and now they go for an arm and a leg 😔😭
I’ve seen some adidas authentics which are not that bad, but the fact they’re inconsistently lying to us with this quality of numbers on authentics are 👎
@@REZRECTION yeah its like a big slap in the face. Us jerseyheads know whats up but the average or casual fan looking to buy an authentic for the first time have no idea how bad these new authentics have become and are really getting ripped off.
The Blackhawks authentic 2019 winter Classic Adidas jersey was a high quality top notch jersey. If I recall correctly, when Adidas got first got the nhl license, the stitching on authentics was similar to Reeboks at first.
I wanted to to buy a Blackhawks retro reverse jersey last year but I was like eew when I saw it. I had to double check to see if it was actually an authentic.
@@lsalas76 yeah it’s tough. The best advice is just to look at them in person if you can. Some don’t have that luxury unfortunately 😞 whenever I get the chance to do so tho, I will try to document and share with you guys!
is hockey jersey can use at summer for sport? i need information
Hockey is meant for cold weather so I would advise basketball for summer.
Hockey would be more fall/winter for me personally
Yeah but that isnt an authentic its a MiI not an MiC
Love your what u saying so true
💯💯💯💯🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
It's a pre-stitched jersey. I have this exact jersey though.
The stitching done on it was horrible! Guess I gotta see it in person before I buy anything
I got a caps fanatics jersey a few year's ago an honestly the fanatics jersey and Adidas kinda look an feel the same almost like you're wears a t-shirt...my nationals jersey is heavier lol
Right on! The adidas one definitely has a little more weight to it, but they’re still fairly light in weight.
@@REZRECTION probably by design...I'm goin to a wizards game Friday at capital one arena if the capitals team store is open ill go in an look at the authentic to see if its the same issue an I'll send you a picture to compare
I just purchased an avalanche retro 2018/19 alternate size 54 off ebay. I got screwed I think cuz it's way bigger than my 54 retro 2.0 one. like the sleeves are 8 inches loner than my hand and it's a dress. like wtf? idk if it's fake but thanks for the video
Yikes, that’s a huge discrepancy. Hopefully it’s legit. Appreciate you watching!
I have a customized blackhawks 2019 winter classic authentic adidas jersey and it has the single stitch your talking about on the name and numbers as well and I got that at the CBHS here in downtown Chicago and they send they’re customs to to the teams actual stitcher. But then I have a reverse retro adidas authentic from the hawks as well and the numbers are double stitched but not the name, and I got that at dicks sporting goods.
That’s wild! The inconsistencies of these getting done/being sold at team shops boggles my mind.
@@REZRECTION tbh it never caught my attention but then again I’m new to jersey collecting and noticed what you were talking about when I seen your video so thank you for the information. In the future I do hope double stitching is applied to all the Adidas jerseys not only will that be better for the jersey in quality but it looks way better at least in my opinion.
@@Hard.To.Find. anytime! Glad I could help you with that! 🤞 for future releases!
I had a Burns jersey that came in like that. Sadly I’m from Wisconsin so I can’t see what quality it had
Dang, that sucks! Hopefully my video helped clear that in the air
Friend, do you recommend any ebay seller or online store to buy Reeboks and older jerseys? I only know ONE seller on eBay with affordable old jerseys. THANK U
Cityofwinners is a good seller.
Not too many reputable sellers that I know who specialize in selling too much Reebok jerseys these days.
Hardwoid classics are stiched . Made un canada are the nhl ones 500 dollars
Wow 🧐
Unacceptable 🤦♂️ 🧐
Notice how everyone getting upset over the jerseys is sharks fans…
Baby shark dododododo
It’s not even about being a sharks fan you 🤡 it’s about people getting “misadvertised” jerseys
@@REZRECTION oh yeah you’re the one calling me a clown when it’s literally just sharks fans being babies about it
Baby shark dodododo
@@REZRECTION literally every complaint I hear about this is from some sharks forum or community
The quality of team merch across all sports has taken a sharp decline since Fanatics took over.
Fanatics isn’t really the best when it comes to quality, but not all their stuff are bad imho!
That's the difference between Adidas factory custom and aftermarket customization
Very misleading.
When ever I want an authentic fight jersey (the one with the strap on it) only Reebok made then . Long Live Reebok . I’m a Bruins fan and Bergeron on the winter classic video even said it was too tight . That’s why I stay away from Adidas from any jersey. Sizing are wrong heck even Nike has failed at the sizing and jerseys unless is an NBA one.
Reebok had the best hockey jerseys next to CCM imho!
Hi! I just got a Vegas gray Shea Theodore adidas authentic. The number 2 is peeling off a bit on the back and the shoulder how do I fix that? Iron? Glue?
Hey there! Yikes! Is it the twill getting done or the actual glue on the actual jersey? You may have to get the twill done completely if it’s severe
@@REZRECTION it’s only the corners of the 2.
Hmmm it may just be excess glue residue during the heat process on the numbers.
Get ‘‘em on CoolHockey. Fanatics sucks and CoolHockey’s stitching is sooooo much better
That’s what I been hearing!
I was going to buy a jersey from the nhl shop since there probably the best option I have nwver had one ishue with a costumizable jersey from them
Must be lucky. I’ve heard people who received their stuff from the nhl stuff as custom and got it back with the cheap twill / vinyl numbers
@@REZRECTION vinyl numbers you meen fanatics
@@REZRECTION what's the best spot to get a jersey ? Lids?
@@REZRECTION Ik fanatics is pretty crappy materials but the adidas ones are good
I know from trial and error I need a 3xl fanatics jersey but I don't know how that translates to the Adidas
Size 60 for adidas is equivalent to XXXL in fanatics
@@REZRECTION thank you!!!!! I just ordered one !
I’m getting an Adidas St. Louis blues Custom Hockey Fights Cancer Jersey
Very cool!
And you should as well
The true Authentic jerseys are the ones that say Made In Canada. The Indonesian ones are for the fans .
Yes,
Unfortunately the MIC (made in Canada) jerseys are very expensive. Your average fan would not spend that kind of money on a jersey.
Real authentic jerseys are always made in Canada. The dimples on the adidas jerseys are extremely pronounced. It sucks that Adidas doesn’t actually sell the real jerseys that the pros wear on the ice. It sucks.
Sadly, the made in Canada jerseys are not easy to obtain, nor are they cheap. But I wish we were given that option regardless!
@@REZRECTION Same here man. Hopefully, whoever gets the new contract next season, will sell the on-ice MiC jerseys to the public. Fingers crossed!
I buy vintage hockey jerseys starter
Starter is a great brand!
as far as I'm concerned, Adidas jerseys are horrible junk to begin with. For starters, there sizes run a size smaller than Rebook. I bought a MacKinnon shirt, I have to order a 3XL size 60. in order for the pit to pit to fit me....then that makes the sleeves too damn long!! Secondly, the sleeves in general....they look like and actual shirt sleeve...they are so narrow compared to the Rebook/CCM where you have all kinds of pit and shoulder room to move in it. Thirdly, the neck line....what a mess. The V-neck on the old school shirts are so much easier to get over your head....these Adidas ones, its like a t-shirt, its too constricting around the neck. And speaking of the neck, the design of the trim around the neck, looks like an actual shirt collar in its looks. Look at the Penguins/Blackhawks for example....it looks like they have colored wing collars like a dress shirt or polo shirt. They are the worst design ever, and this Fanatics brand isn't mush better either. CCM/Starter/Rebook are a way more superior brand as far as design and comport are concerned
Definitely agree with you on those points! My favorite are probably CCM, Starter, Koho and Reebok!
@@REZRECTION yep, all good quality made jerseys, good designs
Seriously, the authentic jerseys aren't worth it. I buy the "crap" fanatics jerseys because... they're all crap, so why waste my money? I rep my team just the same and spend half the money.
Some people just care about the quality and accuracy 🤷🏽♂️
@@REZRECTION well as I said (and you said) the Adidas authentic jerseys are crap so what quality are you talking about...? Accuracy, yes, I agree. But Adidas is making a killing for making an inferior jersey. If I can't tell a difference between a Fanatics one then why waste money on an inferior product? That's my point. Personal preference of not wasting my money.
@@davidsmith9 everybody is entitled to their opinion. Adidas is not the best quality (if comparing to older counterparts I.e. Reebok, CCM etc.) but it’s definitely an upgrade compared to fanatics. But to completely dismiss fanatics would be an unfair comparison as it’s much for feasible for the average joe’s pockets.
@@REZRECTION yeah, such a bummer about Adidas. And Adidas is maybe a negligible upgrade but not worth the extra $120+.
Adidas is best in the game I’ll always purchase AUTHENTIC apparel. Yes there’s a difference
Dude…love your videos!!! Can I ask a favour? Want to purchase a Adidas NHL jersey but worried about sizing. I live in the UK so can’t just go and try one on (sadly). What are the pit to pit measurements please? For a comparison I take Large in both swingman NBA jerseys and NFL jerseys.
Looking forward to your advice
Thank you!
Adidas authentics run a lot more slimmer and tailored compared to the one I’m wearing in the video (starter, ccm, Reebok etc). Pit to pit for my adidas authentics is about 24.5-25 inches across the chest
@@REZRECTION thanks for the reply, appreciate you taking the time to answer my question. Assume you mean 24.5 -25 inches? Which size is this referring too (as in which size jersey?)
@@NewstieNut yes, inches. And that would be equivalent to an XL from adidas nhl authentics currently as of 2021
@@REZRECTION XL being 52?
@@NewstieNut 54 is an XL for Adidas NHL authentics. Here is a link to their size chart provided by Fanatics.
www.fanatics.com/nhl-jersey-size-chart/x-2629+z-909960942-3705562428
vinyl vs tackle twill… yikes
Very bad indeed!
Nike needs the NHL contract ASAP
Reebok was prob my fav. Hockey era!
I never liked the adidas stuff glad there gonna stop doing them after 24 wish reebok didn’t leave hockey
Reebok was my fave era of hockey followed by CCM!