Jockeying For Position: Kit Thread Mark XIV

KirbyNYC · Sep 8, 2011

Ordered this yesterday. Can't wait!

K:thecore · Sep 8, 2011

goonermaui said: ↑

I would say that it is more akin to the fit, and length, of a regular team jersey, than other polo's.

Of course, it hasn't been through the washing machine yet.
Thus far, it's just been on a hanger, and constantly drooled over, every time I walk by it.....I am quite besotted by it...The only thing that could make it any better, would be Charlotte Jackson standing in my bedroom wearing it, and nothing else.....T.M.I.??

Looks like it will need to be only cold washed, and no dryer, to keep the 'rubberised' logo's, and the collar, in good shape.
Probably cold wash, delicate cycle, and lay it flat on a towel to dry.
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If Im ever in Maui (for work) in the upcoming weeks, Ill be sure to look out for you. Id say this shirt would be a fairly obvious marker. lol Kahului?

So same material as a players jersey I take it.

goonermaui · Sep 8, 2011

K:thecore said: ↑

If Im ever in Maui (for work) in the upcoming weeks, Ill be sure to look out for you. Id say this shirt would be a fairly obvious marker. lol Kahului?

So same material as a players jersey I take it.
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Lahaina.

If you don't see my car on the highway...(you'll know it if you see it), just drop by Lahaina Coolers, and try to make your schedule over here, on a Tuesday or Wednesday that just happen to be C.C. or C.L. fixture dates.

The crest & logo's are the same material..but I don't think the shirt itself, is the same material as the jersey, but it is very lightweight cotton.

K:thecore · Sep 8, 2011

Well that definitely narrows things down...Used to be that I couldn't handle the tourist trap that is Maui but having gone there for work over the years the island has DEF grown on me over the years. I love that place now. Ill be sure to look you up when I can get over there.

I was going to get a Large but it might be prudent to go XL. Mahalos bra for taking the bean for the team.

kanonier · Sep 8, 2011

goonermaui said: ↑

Lahaina.

If you don't see my car on the highway...(you'll know it if you see it), just drop by Lahaina Coolers, and try to make your schedule over here, on a Tuesday or Wednesday that just happen to be C.C. or C.L. fixture dates.

The crest & logo's are the same material..but I don't think the shirt itself, is the same material as the jersey, but it is very lightweight cotton.
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goonermaui · Sep 8, 2011

Holy Crap....I do believe I just peed myself a little from the lol!!

Nah....I couldn't do that to The Carsenal....but I might get this bumper sticker for her.

PogiGooner · Sep 12, 2011

I've just ordered this cardigan from the club shop:

It's my first Arsenal clothing purchase without the swoosh logo.

ArsenalTexan3 · Sep 12, 2011

Ordered the new home with Mertesacker on the back and this for £15.

kanonier · Sep 12, 2011

ArsenalTexan3 said: ↑

Ordered the new home with Mertesacker on the back and this for £15.

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How, exactly?

ArsenalTexan3 · Sep 12, 2011

The jacket is on sale for £15 and they had XXL.

kanonier · Sep 12, 2011

ArsenalTexan3 said: ↑

The jacket is on sale for £15 and they had XXL.
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Gotcha. Sounded like you got the home kit AND that for 15. Too good to be true.

Darth Norteño · Sep 16, 2011

I picked this up shortly before it went out of stock:

My one complaint is that the badge is a bit off. Other than that, I really like it.

ArsenalTexan3 · Sep 16, 2011

My order came in and I must say the jacket is better than what I thought it would be.

Darth Norteño · Sep 16, 2011

Huzzah for end-of-season sales! I just wish they would offer temporary free international shipping like they did a few years ago. Either that, or I wish I could establish a PO box in England.

ArsenalTexan3 · Sep 16, 2011

I agree. I might keep a look out on the site more often.

K:thecore · Sep 16, 2011

Darth Norteño said: ↑

I picked this up shortly before it went out of stock:

My one complaint is that the badge is a bit off. Other than that, I really like it.
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whered you get it? Im gonna ask if they plan on re-stocking. the soccerball watermark or whatever you call it makes this instant classico.

Darth Norteño · Sep 16, 2011

I got it from Arsenal Direct; it was in their sale range, which usually means they're clearing out for the new stock and won't restock what's there. It's already showing as out of stock on the site; you might have better luck actually checking the Armoury or Finsbury Park if you're in London. They usually have some leftover stock waiting to be sold.

RaleighGooner · Sep 16, 2011

Any one got any suggestions how to remove the name from the back of a shirt? I want that cnut Na$ri off my away kit.

Darth Norteño · Sep 16, 2011

Here are some potential answers, though I don't recommend them at all. You might just be stuck. That's why I only have Rocastle as a player name on one of my shirts, and why I would only go with legendary retired players like Bergkamp outside of just getting my own nickname. Honor the dead, for the living will only break your heart.

K:thecore · Sep 16, 2011

I actually have last years shirt (Sagna) and my mini-dachs is a total lap dog. If Im sleeping or laying on the couch watching games, he just loves climbing on to my chest.

Well he's got some sharp claws and months of that led to him taking the "Fly Emirates" off the chest. So now I own a shirt with absolutely no printing on the front and I have to say it looks rather ridiculous now because you can still see imprinted glue. Im wondering if its even worth it to reprint. Just ordered a couple of this seasons training shirts instead. That track shirt you got is sweet though. Wish Id known about it before.

red & wite army · Sep 16, 2011

RaleighGooner said: ↑

Any one got any suggestions how to remove the name from the back of a shirt? I want that cnut Na$ri off my away kit.
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Put 'DICK' below the 8...

KirbyNYC · Sep 16, 2011

KirbyNYC said: ↑

Ordered this yesterday. Can't wait!

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Rockin it today. Very snug and comfortable. This baby is gonna get a lot of use!

pats1237 · Sep 16, 2011

RaleighGooner said: ↑

Any one got any suggestions how to remove the name from the back of a shirt? I want that cnut Na$ri off my away kit.
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Me too my man

MilesW · Sep 16, 2011

Just do the usual duct taping and write ARTETA over it.

Darth Norteño · Sep 19, 2011

K:thecore said: ↑

I actually have last years shirt (Sagna) and my mini-dachs is a total lap dog. If Im sleeping or laying on the couch watching games, he just loves climbing on to my chest.

Well he's got some sharp claws and months of that led to him taking the "Fly Emirates" off the chest. So now I own a shirt with absolutely no printing on the front and I have to say it looks rather ridiculous now because you can still see imprinted glue. Im wondering if its even worth it to reprint. Just ordered a couple of this seasons training shirts instead. That track shirt you got is sweet though. Wish Id known about it before.
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That sounds reminiscent of the problem with the 2006 post-World Cup shirts; the sponsor mark kept flaking off. I have one of those originals and I never wear it now for that reason. The flaking isn't that bad, but it's evident on closer inspection. Not that I care that much, seeing as how I've basically paid for the privilege of promoting Emirates Airlines for free, but if I'm repping the Arsenal, my shit needs to be fresh at all times.

I wouldn't worry about reprinting the sponsor; you may just need to retire that shirt. As for the track jacket, I tend to keep track of the in-house adult fashion offerings and wait until there's an end-of-season sale on. Sometimes you get lucky and the stuff you want is still available in your size, and for significantly less than its initial price. I believe in supporting the club as they constantly inveigh us to do, but I don't like being gouged if a little patience will get me a better deal.

KirbyNYC said: ↑

Rockin it today. Very snug and comfortable. This baby is gonna get a lot of use!

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Yeah, that's straight fire right there; I wore it into work myself this morning. Apparently, there's a white version now available through ESPN's store that Arsenal Direct don't even stock yet.