As always, your videos are superb. I've watched several of them and your analysis, presentation and conclusions are spot on. This video is excellent for those who don't know anything about Fanatics. It's been common knowledge among jersey collectors that Fanatics is horrible when it comes to quality and to stay away from them. It baffles me why anyone would purchase Fanatics or the new Mitchell & Ness jerseys. However, I can appreciate that not everyone is aware of their reputation and videos like this one educates nicely.
Man.... The feedback is greatly appreciated. I'm more than proud and encouraged to hear you have found them to be not only useful but also enjoyable. Completely agree on fanatics. Next season they should do Indo retail authentic and start selling mics. They sell MLB and NBA almost exactly like player quality no reason why they shouldn't do the same.
Have you considered a career as a consumer reporter? As I mentioned in my previous comment, you have all the traits of an excellent reporter. Your effort, time and expense to review products is excellent and very kind of you to do it. I just thought I'd mention it in case you're looking for a career change.
Once again much appreciated. So I started doing interviews at stadiums and car meets. I currently model (sometime I'll make a video on it) and started minor acting roles. Hopefully in the future it will all turn into something great!
Great video. Quick question…this will be my first NHL jersey. I get my NBA jerseys in a XXL because I like them a little long and loose. I’m 6’3 180. Would an XL adidas NHL jersey be a good fit? Also where is the best place to buy a custom Blackhawks Adidas jersey because I wanted to put my name on it? Thank you
Thanks for watching! Great question. If you like them baggy especially at 6'3 I would do a 54 or XL. I'm about the same size and wear a 50 which is fitted. 52 L would be a hair loose. 54 Xl would be baggy . If you're in Chicago go to the madhouse team store at the United center. Dick's has them to sometimes. Online fanatics has some
Thank you for this video. Do you know how Pro Player replica jersey sizing compares? I've heard that Pro Player jerseys are on the bigger end of jerseys. I'm 5' 9" 160 lbs (soccer player average build). I'm considering getting a small Pro Player replica jersey, but I'm wondering if it would be too small on me.
Hope you can help me decide on what size to choose. I'm looking to get the adidas primegreen. I'm 6'1 225 lbs. with a little bit of a beer gut 😂. I don't like form-fitting clothes, but i don't want to be swimming in the jersey eithet. I saw some where NHL recommends going down 1 size than you normally wear. I wear XXL shirts. Not sure if I should go with a size 54 or 56 what are your thoughts. I'm thinking about ordering from CBH shop
Thanks for watching. Based on your description especially if you like it loser I would go with the 56. The 54 would fit but it would be a little more fitted
I was so worried about the fanatics takeover I went out and bought a home and away jersey for my red wings. Looks like fanatics is doing things right and will actually offer the maska MiC versions, so we might get authentic for the first time in years!
That's a really usefull video being in southern europe I never encounter hockey jersey in local sports shops! I 'll go for the authentic adidas (probably John Tavares!)
@@jersey_jaguar Oh no, not a PSG fan! I was born in Toulouse and I'm a fan of Stade Toulousain (n°1 rugby team in France and Europe) In the NHL, I'm fond of The Toronto Maple Leafs...I bought (before seeing your video) a fanatics' TML jersey AM 34
Love your videos JJ! For everybody who owns a fanatics...DON'T WASH THEM REGULARLY! The quality is so bad that the tomahawks on the shoulders come off and everything starts peeling. I'm glad I have a collection. That's not these jerseys but I will tell you you wear it till it's dirtiest. I know this sounds crazy but try to avoid washing it. Try to spot wash it with a rag, because if you get it submerged the glue is crap. I had to go back and put fabric glue to hold down everything & while it looks pretty good, it's sad. Fanatics = No Bueno
Hello, I have to go with Fanátics, since is what I can afford. What sizing do You recommend I'm 5.8, 138 pounds. I like my stuff loose, should I go M or L? Thanks.
from what ive experienced with the two brands, fanatics is great for chilling around the house and wearing to games, the adidas is great for more hard use like working out or actually playing hockey in
@@jersey_jaguar the real trick ive found to making them last is to buy them without numbers or names, that way the iron ons are gone, so less worries, never had an issue with either that way, but i will say the latest adidas ones feel as flimsy as fanatics despite better materials
@@jersey_jaguar Oh definitely, but let's be real, it's fanatics and they don't care. I only buy MiC Adidas jerseys and the bank account is not happy lol
I like the stitching on the adidas jerseys far better than the fanatics jerseys tbh idc if the neck pocket is different and it isn’t made to fit over pads but they shouldn’t call it authentic without clarifying that it just means authentic merchandise not the in ice equivalen.
@@henrybridgeman8898 definitely debatable. For me on ice jerseys are team issue, pro cut or gamers. I do agree though that retail should be in front of authentic. If that's the way adidas lists it though then have to go with that unfortunately.
@@jersey_jaguar makes me honestly mad here I’m thinking I’m getting the ones they wear but nope I just got into hockey so I’m learning stuff I’m more of a football nfl fan but man this makes me upset
@@strikeeagle2066 I feel you on that one! In the NFL unfortunately the players fuse elites are definitely different than the retail elites. In baseball and basketball the retail and player jerseys are pretty much the same
Hey guys, i wanna buy my first NHL Jersey as I traveled to nyc last month and watched a rangers game against the red wings. This made me going into ice hockey really bad and now im sitting in front of the tv at 1 am to watch the games :D However, I’m not sure which size to buy… Im thinking about the fanatics breakaway one and want it to fit regularly, just as a hoodie but not baggy. I’m 178cm which is 5‘10 and 81kg which is 178,5 lbs. Do you think S would be the size to go for me? Thank you for any help and greetings from Germany :-)
Hey Man, thanks for watching. I highly recommend the Adidas. I really like the brand new Rangers alternate jerseys that just released on NHL shop. For your measurements you can do a medium in fanatics or 50 in Adidas. 52 or large would work but might be a little to baggy. Again check out the brand new Rangers alternate it's absolutely awesome
@@jersey_jaguarHey :) At first, thanks for replying to my question. I think I go with the Adidas one as you said, as you mentioned the rangers just released their third jersey they’re fire, don’t know why they’re getting that much hate :) I thought about getting this one but I’m not sure about the size, do you think a 50 isn’t too large? I’m tending between 48 and 50. I just want to make sure it’s definitely the right size as this is a big decision because of the shipping and taxes and so on :D
Because they look like they took very little imagination. Because a bit fat shield patch on the chest is kinda ugly and awkward compared to our famous diagonal Rangers. They kind of look like police uniforms. The navy and the sleeves are sweet, but other than that, makes you wonder who green lights these jerseys 🤦🏻♂️ hope the stadium series jersey is much better, supposedly releases this week!
I wish some RUclipsrs would bring to light how annoying the laces are on the primegreen jerseys! They’ve stitched them down in multiple places so you can’t adjust, pull them out, rearrange, etc. it’s a major flaw, even when you watch games, you can see so many fans in their jerseys and their laces look like creepy italian mustaches! They can’t even just lay flat, and down. 🤦🏻♂️ Not stoked on Fanatics taking over but if they can at least fix that, that’d be clutch.
😂😂😂😂 100% accurate!!! Who puts faux laces!!! Cheap by them. Btw awesome profile pic. If I was still fighting I'd get me a pair of purple grants just like in your pic
Nhl just needs a real sports brand to make all the gear like under armour or Nike and be made all authentic gear by the brand non of this cheap made second and therd party junk
This was exactly the video I was looking for as I’m looking to get some hockey jerseys myself. Good info & a great presentation.
I'm glad it helped and thanks for watching!
One of the major things Hockey has going for it, is how cool and unique the jerseys are and I guess I bought my jerseys at the right time
Very well said! Thanks for watching
As always, your videos are superb. I've watched several of them and your analysis, presentation and conclusions are spot on. This video is excellent for those who don't know anything about Fanatics. It's been common knowledge among jersey collectors that Fanatics is horrible when it comes to quality and to stay away from them. It baffles me why anyone would purchase Fanatics or the new Mitchell & Ness jerseys. However, I can appreciate that not everyone is aware of their reputation and videos like this one educates nicely.
Man.... The feedback is greatly appreciated. I'm more than proud and encouraged to hear you have found them to be not only useful but also enjoyable.
Completely agree on fanatics. Next season they should do Indo retail authentic and start selling mics. They sell MLB and NBA almost exactly like player quality no reason why they shouldn't do the same.
Have you considered a career as a consumer reporter? As I mentioned in my previous comment, you have all the traits of an excellent reporter. Your effort, time and expense to review products is excellent and very kind of you to do it. I just thought I'd mention it in case you're looking for a career change.
Once again much appreciated. So I started doing interviews at stadiums and car meets. I currently model (sometime I'll make a video on it) and started minor acting roles. Hopefully in the future it will all turn into something great!
Great video. Quick question…this will be my first NHL jersey. I get my NBA jerseys in a XXL because I like them a little long and loose. I’m 6’3 180. Would an XL adidas NHL jersey be a good fit? Also where is the best place to buy a custom Blackhawks Adidas jersey because I wanted to put my name on it? Thank you
Thanks for watching! Great question. If you like them baggy especially at 6'3 I would do a 54 or XL. I'm about the same size and wear a 50 which is fitted. 52 L would be a hair loose. 54 Xl would be baggy .
If you're in Chicago go to the madhouse team store at the United center. Dick's has them to sometimes. Online fanatics has some
Thanks so much for this video! Exactly what I was looking for 👌
My pleasure and thanks for watching
Great video….helped me decide which jersey to get for my son
I'm happy it helped and thanks for watching!
Thank you for this video. Do you know how Pro Player replica jersey sizing compares? I've heard that Pro Player jerseys are on the bigger end of jerseys. I'm 5' 9" 160 lbs (soccer player average build). I'm considering getting a small Pro Player replica jersey, but I'm wondering if it would be too small on me.
Thanks for watching. They do fit bigger compared to adidas and fanatics for sure. Small could work. Medium to be on the safe side
Great info! I prefer the adidas and the crest on the prime greens are the best. Fanatics carries the adidas, but they hardly ever go on sale.
Much appreciated!
Very good comparison vid! Keep it up!
Much appreciated and thanks for watching!
I’m 5,10 222LB and I wear XL for fanatics so what size should I get for Adidas and my pit to pit is 24”
Thanks for watching. 54 would be a XL in Adidas. 52 will be to tight for sure. Possibly a 56
Hope you can help me decide on what size to choose. I'm looking to get the adidas primegreen. I'm 6'1 225 lbs. with a little bit of a beer gut 😂. I don't like form-fitting clothes, but i don't want to be swimming in the jersey eithet. I saw some where NHL recommends going down 1 size than you normally wear. I wear XXL shirts. Not sure if I should go with a size 54 or 56 what are your thoughts. I'm thinking about ordering from CBH shop
Thanks for watching. Based on your description especially if you like it loser I would go with the 56. The 54 would fit but it would be a little more fitted
It’s all about how you take care of your stuff
100%
I didn’t know Johnny Sins was a Blackhawk’s fan. Thanks for the info!
@@rubenfuentesiii5169 yes sir!
I was so worried about the fanatics takeover I went out and bought a home and away jersey for my red wings. Looks like fanatics is doing things right and will actually offer the maska MiC versions, so we might get authentic for the first time in years!
@@tylerleggett5088 the mic so far look pretty good in person.
That's a really usefull video being in southern europe I never encounter hockey jersey in local sports shops! I 'll go for the authentic adidas (probably John Tavares!)
Nice man he's a good player. Which country in Southern Europe?
@@jersey_jaguar In South West France close to the Spanish border.
@@kantstenchonthemel5641 Very cool! PSG fan?
@@jersey_jaguar Oh no, not a PSG fan! I was born in Toulouse and I'm a fan of Stade Toulousain (n°1 rugby team in France and Europe) In the NHL, I'm fond of The Toronto Maple Leafs...I bought (before seeing your video) a fanatics' TML jersey AM 34
I’m new to NHL authentics. Where can I buy the Made in Canada authentic jersey?
Thanks for watching. Some teams direct shops have them here and there. Nhl auctions. Team garage sales and private sellers
I’m 5’8 160lbs avg build what would you recommend for primegreen jersey sizing? 🥳
I'd go 50
Love your videos JJ! For everybody who owns a fanatics...DON'T WASH THEM REGULARLY! The quality is so bad that the tomahawks on the shoulders come off and everything starts peeling. I'm glad I have a collection. That's not these jerseys but I will tell you you wear it till it's dirtiest. I know this sounds crazy but try to avoid washing it. Try to spot wash it with a rag, because if you get it submerged the glue is crap. I had to go back and put fabric glue to hold down everything & while it looks pretty good, it's sad. Fanatics = No Bueno
At the end of the video you mention you prefer adidas authentic. Are you referring to the one in the video thats adidas?
Thanks for watching.
Yes I am. As stated earlier in the video the retail authentics
Hello, I have to go with Fanátics, since is what I can afford. What sizing do You recommend I'm 5.8, 138 pounds. I like my stuff loose, should I go M or L? Thanks.
Between the 2 I would go medium. Thanks for watching!
@@jersey_jaguar Hey it's me again is Medium fine if I want to wear a hoodie under and not feeling it tight? Thanks.
@@Emiliano89s2 should be ok with a hoodie
@@jersey_jaguar Hello, do You think an Adidas size 46 Will fit me ok? I got a size 50 an it's fine can wear a hoodie under and all.
from what ive experienced with the two brands, fanatics is great for chilling around the house and wearing to games, the adidas is great for more hard use like working out or actually playing hockey in
Very true man each jersey has a purpose. Thanks for watching
@@jersey_jaguar the real trick ive found to making them last is to buy them without numbers or names, that way the iron ons are gone, so less worries, never had an issue with either that way, but i will say the latest adidas ones feel as flimsy as fanatics despite better materials
I hate how adidas markets their Indonesian made jerseys as authentic. Fools the average buyer into thinking it’s on ice
I'm hoping fanatics uses their heads next season and makes the mics available to the public. The vast majority of people will pay up for them
@@jersey_jaguar Oh definitely, but let's be real, it's fanatics and they don't care. I only buy MiC Adidas jerseys and the bank account is not happy lol
@@andys1548 I feel you man. I would love more mic adidas in my collection but size 50 is extremely rare in those
I like the stitching on the adidas jerseys far better than the fanatics jerseys tbh idc if the neck pocket is different and it isn’t made to fit over pads but they shouldn’t call it authentic without clarifying that it just means authentic merchandise not the in ice equivalen.
@@henrybridgeman8898 definitely debatable. For me on ice jerseys are team issue, pro cut or gamers. I do agree though that retail should be in front of authentic. If that's the way adidas lists it though then have to go with that unfortunately.
I wear a fanatics large and like the way it fits, should I go with a adidas 50 or 52 for the same type of fitting?
Thanks for watching. 52 would be the closest to a current Large
@@jersey_jaguar thank you!
@@ryancross5326 anytime
If I’m a S in fanatics. What size should I get the adidas jersey?
Thanks for watching. On their chart the closest to a small would be a 46 in adidas
I’m 6’1 and weigh around 190 what size should I get? M or L?
I'd go large. Thanks for watching
Thanks for the upload! 👍
My pleasure and thanks for watching
im getting my favorite team ST louis Blues Hockey Fight's Cancer Jersey Customized off the NHL Store
Nice man let me know how it turns out
Hey nice video, im from mexico and i want to buy an adidas jersey, im 6,2 )190cm) 220lb and i wear L or XL so what size do u recommend me? Thanks 😊
Hey thanks for watching! Are you looking to buy the Adidas jersey or the fanatics?
@@jersey_jaguar the adidas jersey i dont know if its better the 52 or the 54
@@jersey_jaguar the adidas jersey i dont know if its better the 52 or the 54
@@alangomez6004 from the height and weight you gave me I would go 54. The new Adidas primegreen fit a little smaller
@@jersey_jaguar thanks so much 😊
The Bedard Adidas jersey is a pain in the ass to find lol
One of this season's top selling jerseys. He's looking good so far. Thanks for watching!
Sooo I got the adidas ones at my flyers stadium but these aren’t the ones they actually wear on ice ones
Correct. These Adidas are the retail authentics. The on ice jerseys are made in Canada and night and day difference in quality
@@jersey_jaguar makes me honestly mad here I’m thinking I’m getting the ones they wear but nope I just got into hockey so I’m learning stuff I’m more of a football nfl fan but man this makes me upset
@@strikeeagle2066 I feel you on that one! In the NFL unfortunately the players fuse elites are definitely different than the retail elites. In baseball and basketball the retail and player jerseys are pretty much the same
The size chart is weird. It says a 3xl is a 27 in the chest. Is that correct?
On their website?
I'm 6'4 295lbs, should I get a 60 for the adidas authentic?
It might be a little baggy but I think 60 is probably the best option. Possibly one step down
6'3, 285lbs.... DEFINITELY buy a 60. 56 do not fit me. All I wear is 60 in adidas
Great review man
Thanks!!!!!
Hey guys, i wanna buy my first NHL Jersey as I traveled to nyc last month and watched a rangers game against the red wings. This made me going into ice hockey really bad and now im sitting in front of the tv at 1 am to watch the games :D However, I’m not sure which size to buy… Im thinking about the fanatics breakaway one and want it to fit regularly, just as a hoodie but not baggy. I’m 178cm which is 5‘10 and 81kg which is 178,5 lbs. Do you think S would be the size to go for me? Thank you for any help and greetings from Germany :-)
Hey Man, thanks for watching. I highly recommend the Adidas. I really like the brand new Rangers alternate jerseys that just released on NHL shop. For your measurements you can do a medium in fanatics or 50 in Adidas. 52 or large would work but might be a little to baggy. Again check out the brand new Rangers alternate it's absolutely awesome
@@jersey_jaguarHey :) At first, thanks for replying to my question. I think I go with the Adidas one as you said, as you mentioned the rangers just released their third jersey they’re fire, don’t know why they’re getting that much hate :) I thought about getting this one but I’m not sure about the size, do you think a 50 isn’t too large? I’m tending between 48 and 50. I just want to make sure it’s definitely the right size as this is a big decision because of the shipping and taxes and so on :D
Because they look like they took very little imagination. Because a bit fat shield patch on the chest is kinda ugly and awkward compared to our famous diagonal Rangers. They kind of look like police uniforms. The navy and the sleeves are sweet, but other than that, makes you wonder who green lights these jerseys 🤦🏻♂️ hope the stadium series jersey is much better, supposedly releases this week!
Why has Johnny Sins so many jobs?
😂💪
Wish the NHL went back to CCM. CCM made the best jerseys in my opinion
They were nice. I liked koho and Reebok edge 2.0
I only buy adidas….quality is not even close…and usually can find them for the same price if not even cheaper than the fanatics lmfao
Exactly! That's why the fanatics jersey sit there and almost never sell out
I think Ill go for the Adidias, biggest difference for me really in the team logo
Thanks for watching. Yeah zero question Adidas is the better option honestly
So what if u get a jersey from the nhl shop?
Thanks for watching. Can you expand on that question so I can better answer?
@@jersey_jaguar On the quality and how authentic it is
This video proves why I dislike both. Adidas tapers and makes it look like a dress. I miss the CCM/KOHO era
CCM and koho were awesome. Me personally I liked them. I liked edge the best
I take it Adidas have much stronger material
Thanks for watching. Yeah man definitely a quality difference between the materials on the two
I wish some RUclipsrs would bring to light how annoying the laces are on the primegreen jerseys! They’ve stitched them down in multiple places so you can’t adjust, pull them out, rearrange, etc. it’s a major flaw, even when you watch games, you can see so many fans in their jerseys and their laces look like creepy italian mustaches! They can’t even just lay flat, and down. 🤦🏻♂️ Not stoked on Fanatics taking over but if they can at least fix that, that’d be clutch.
😂😂😂😂 100% accurate!!! Who puts faux laces!!! Cheap by them. Btw awesome profile pic. If I was still fighting I'd get me a pair of purple grants just like in your pic
You’re classic jersey is the better one out both
Definitely a nice one n thanks for watching
Didn't know johnny sins was a Blackhawks fan
@@NapkinsMcGee yes sir!
Adidas has better material but fanatics looks better on a person
@@VladimirKorobov thanks for watching!
I actually prefer fanatics to wear over adidas. Fanatics feels lighter and it’s softer compared to adidas.
Thanks for watching and for the feedback! Definitely lighter and more relaxed. For the game or a one and done not to bad
Of course you own a Connor Bedard 😂
Yep perfect to add my rookie jerseys collection
👍🏼🙂🇫🇷😉
Nhl just needs a real sports brand to make all the gear like under armour or Nike and be made all authentic gear by the brand non of this cheap made second and therd party junk
Thanks for watching and I completely agree. Honestly my vote was for under armour
Could’ve just saved 9 minutes and said fanatics sucks and don’t buy under any circumstances
Sheeeyit, dis mofo is so gangsta.😂
@@paulrr5711 thanks 💪
FANATICS IS 🗑️
Yep
I’ve spent 3000 on adidas jerseys !!! Lol not one penny on fanatics!! Junk !
Same !