budbowl77 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 The following was taken from another message board"Okay, so here is the latest update on where things are going with the NHL jersey of the future. I will only claim this to be rumor and speculation, and do not claim to have heard this from any legitimate source - so read into this whatever you want!The NHL will introduce a new authentic (and replica) jersey for next season (2007-2008)The new NHL authentic jersey will be a form-fitting jersey (somewhat along the lines of the Swift jersey)The new NHL authentic jersey will NOT be worn tucked in as previously speculatedThe new NHL authentic jersey will use modern technology to decrease weight and minimize drag - by games end, it will weigh on average 4 lbs less than the current authentic jersey when taking into account water absorption throughout the gameThe new NHL authentic jersey will NOT have new striping/colors and designs for any team. All teams will carry over their current designs for next seasonThe new NHL authentic jersey will enable players to wear a smaller size (and tighter fit), while providing more freedom of movementThe new NHL authentic jersey is well supported by the playersSo, to summarize, the NHL will be improving the technology and fit of the authentic jersey to allow players to be faster, lighter and more mobile, allowing them to perform to the maximum of their capabilities as elite athletes.As for the replica jersey, there will be a few changes there too:The current replica jersey will be available only in one color for each team (a dark jersey)A new replica jersey will be introduced, with a lower value offering than the current replica jersey. The key change will be the elimination of shoulder crests, and downgrading of the chest crest from embroidered twill crest, to a screen print on sewn patch crest."----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I have also heard that prices for the authentic jersey could range upwards of $400 to $600 because of the cost of material, but that is unofficial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleujayone Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I have also heard that prices for the authentic jersey could range upwards of $400 to $600 because of the cost of material, but that is unofficialFor $600 a jersey, I expect a seat on the team's bench and a lap dance from each of the players wives thrown in. We all have our little faults. Mine's in California. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysoccer12 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Have any concepts came out so far? I dont want to read through 10 pages... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illinirox1 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 He wasn't specifically referring to the form-fitting jerseys in the first comment, just newer design in general. I think he's talking about current jerseys, not future ones.He specifically refers to the new streamlined jerseys debuting at the All Star game in the second comment. It's plain as day.Yeah I realize that. Sorry I wasn't more clear. I think the first comment might be referring to current designs, and the second referring to form-fitting ones. Either way, it's clear he's got the right idea about this whole thing. Put Your Hands up For Detroit (our lovely city) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyboy1 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I have also heard that prices for the authentic jersey could range upwards of $400 to $600 because of the cost of material, but that is unofficialFor $600 a jersey, I expect a seat on the team's bench and a lap dance from each of the players wives thrown in. I like the way you think. Click here to read Third String Goalie - The Hockey Jersey of the Day Blog Click here to see my hockey and baseball jersey collection online ?You don?t like to see 20 kids punching 20 other kids. But it?s not a disgrace, It?s hockey.? - Michael Farber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyersHockey1967 Posted January 15, 2007 Author Share Posted January 15, 2007 The following was taken from another message board"Okay, so here is the latest update on where things are going with the NHL jersey of the future. I will only claim this to be rumor and speculation, and do not claim to have heard this from any legitimate source - so read into this whatever you want!The NHL will introduce a new authentic (and replica) jersey for next season (2007-2008)The new NHL authentic jersey will be a form-fitting jersey (somewhat along the lines of the Swift jersey)The new NHL authentic jersey will NOT be worn tucked in as previously speculatedThe new NHL authentic jersey will use modern technology to decrease weight and minimize drag - by games end, it will weigh on average 4 lbs less than the current authentic jersey when taking into account water absorption throughout the gameThe new NHL authentic jersey will NOT have new striping/colors and designs for any team. All teams will carry over their current designs for next seasonThe new NHL authentic jersey will enable players to wear a smaller size (and tighter fit), while providing more freedom of movementThe new NHL authentic jersey is well supported by the playersSo, to summarize, the NHL will be improving the technology and fit of the authentic jersey to allow players to be faster, lighter and more mobile, allowing them to perform to the maximum of their capabilities as elite athletes.As for the replica jersey, there will be a few changes there too:The current replica jersey will be available only in one color for each team (a dark jersey)A new replica jersey will be introduced, with a lower value offering than the current replica jersey. The key change will be the elimination of shoulder crests, and downgrading of the chest crest from embroidered twill crest, to a screen print on sewn patch crest."----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I have also heard that prices for the authentic jersey could range upwards of $400 to $600 because of the cost of material, but that is unofficialSorry man, but that's all old news. Plus, it's still speculation. I just hope I can get an authentic before next season. Can anyone help me decide whether to get Forsberg or Richards? If Foppa ends up on another team, I'd get Richards. But then again, the kid's still young and he might sucking and end up somewhere else too. What's the safe bet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pylon Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Apparently according to Toronto sports radio, the new jerseys will be brought out at a presser on Wednesday.At least people will have the opportunity to buy all-star jerseys before the game itself..... not that I'd want one of these ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhunter8 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I don't know if I should admit this or not, but I'm really geeked up about this reveal Wednesday! "This sweater, this Bluenote, it's your life. That Bluenote never hits the floor. You wear that sweater with pride." Barclay Plager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrdevil Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 From NBC Sports which has much more credibility than Hockeybuzz.com, the players apparently hate these new uniforms and they are probably going to be a disaster. http://www.nbcsports.com/bellowingmoose/845399/detail.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhunter8 Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 From NBC Sports which has much more credibility than Hockeybuzz.com, the players apparently hate these new uniforms and they are probably going to be a disaster. http://www.nbcsports.com/bellowingmoose/845399/detail.htmlNo offense jkrdevil, but once again let me reiterate that Andy Strickland is not "just" a hockeybuzz.com contributor, but is also a radio sports DJ on ESPN 1380 in St. Louis and has been a reporter for Blues hockey for quite awhile. He is trustworthy. "This sweater, this Bluenote, it's your life. That Bluenote never hits the floor. You wear that sweater with pride." Barclay Plager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pylon Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I don't know if I should admit this or not, but I'm really geeked up about this reveal Wednesday!Me too, I'm really curious to see what it's all going to look like, especially as a Leaf fan, since we're getting a new logo too!Hey, on this board of all places, there should be zero embarassment about being psyched over a uniform reveal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezus_Ghoti Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Yeah, I don't feel at all ashamed admitting that I am basically counting down the minutes until we see these puppies.I'm still expecting the worst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maz Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I guess I feel alittle better about it.I just don't like the ideas of whites at home again and replica jerseys being downgraded like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philly97flyer Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 So at the press conference, are they gonna be paraded out one team at a time or sumthin? Heres to hoping the return of the old flyers orange..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesharps Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 I wonder if the players will actually wear the new team jerseys at the skills competition and the Young Stars game (to go along with the new All Star jerseys). Seems a natural showcase for such an event.One would do well to interview players from the World Juniors or the NCAA about how they've accustomed to the tighter fitting jerseys after having played in them for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyersHockey1967 Posted January 15, 2007 Author Share Posted January 15, 2007 Eww. Even I can tell it looks too tight from here. What was the NHL thinking when they let RBK take over? Dick Pound got it wrong. It's not the players who are taking drugs, it's the league! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapshot Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Eww. Even I can tell it looks too tight from here. What was the NHL thinking when they let RBK take over? Dick Pound got it wrong. It's not the players who are taking drugs, it's the league!You used a picture of a player in a Nike uniform to rant against Reebok. Reebok didn't come up with the idea of tighter-fitting uniforms. Reebok is just running (or skating) with the ideas that Nike designed. Back-to-Back Fatal Forty Champion 2015 & 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrdevil Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 What was the NHL thinking when they let RBK take over?I don't think the NHL let them take over per say. Reebok bought out The Hockey Company (CCM, KOHO, Jofa among others) who already had the contract with the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Count me as one who is eagerly anticipating the unveiling. IMO this could be a great thing, and it is a shame it has been bashed so much before anyone has even seen anything.(that being said, I reserve the right to bitch and complain if they do look as bad as most of you have already determined that they will.) "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyersHockey1967 Posted January 16, 2007 Author Share Posted January 16, 2007 What was the NHL thinking when they let RBK take over?I don't think the NHL let them take over per say. Reebok bought out The Hockey Company (CCM, KOHO, Jofa among others) who already had the contract with the league.Point taken. But the Hockey Company was just fine. jpslapshot22, the Nike Swifts are the closest thing I can compare the RBK's to as of this moment, but in no means do I want them to look like those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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