UConn Retro Shorts

[Lefty2one]

It's probably dye sublimation which is much better than screen print....

It's still far inferior to sewn/tackle twill stuff. It just looks and feels cheap IMO. The shorts TCF shared look fine if they were $40. $70 for that is tough to swallow.

I'd take my $70 and be patient and find a real vintage pair on eBay. They show up often enough and outside of the start of the season and March Madness they can be had for $50 or so. Logos sewn on, the red trim sewn on, etc. Those were some great shorts from Nike.

 

[gampelcrazies]

UConn once again misses the boat. Fans want good quality and authentic stuff.

This reminds me of the throwback jerseys they had/still have at the co op.

However I do like the Gampel shirt.

 

[Psolo12]

If they are legit basketball shorts they shouldn't have pockets.

I know, I'm just sayin' shorts without pockets are insanely annoying.

 

[Psolo12]

UConn once again misses the boat. Fans want good quality and authentic stuff.

This reminds me of the throwback jerseys they had/still have at the co op.

However I do like the Gampel shirt.

This isn't made by UConn. It's from a third party company that releases vintage old college basketball stuff for a bunch of colleges.

 

[gampelcrazies]

This isn't made by UConn. It's from a third party company that releases vintage old college basketball stuff for a bunch of colleges.

I know that. But they made a deal with them. They should have found a company that would make the 100% authentic

 

[TheChamps990411]

Man I miss those unis. I absolutely HATE,DESPISE,LOATHE!!! the current ones. Those were probably my favorite Uni of all time.

 

[CL82]

Anyone else think "Husky Retro Shorts" would be a great video series? Maybe 1 or 2 minute clips of of great Husky moments. A play or two that turned a game around. A good defensive stop. El Amin jumping up on the Pitt scorers table. Just cool moments.
@tcf15 @gampelcrazies

(Before anyone asks, yes, I have many time consuming largely pointless ideas for other people to do.)

 

[Lefty2one]

UConn once again misses the boat. Fans want good quality and authentic stuff.

I'm really excited for the Ebbetts Field Flannels stuff. Haven't heard anything about it since May though.

 

[pepband99]

I'm really excited for the Ebbetts Field Flannels stuff. Haven't heard anything about it since May though.

same. Hoping Grunting Jonathan makes an appearance on that gear. Anything works, though.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

Man I miss those unis. I absolutely HATE,DESPISE,LOATHE!!! the current ones. Those were probably my favorite Uni of all time.

What are you talking about? The template is exactly the same except the new Husky face.

 

[Lefty2one]

They're not exactly the same but they're darn close. Biggest difference is there's no red piping around the knee and no trim in the shoulders and neck.

 

[gampelcrazies]

The late 2000s jerseys were the best.

2010-2011 ones are still my favorite all time.

 

[NC_Uconn_Fan]

Best UCONN jersey ever..

 

[CL82]

The one right after that gets my vote:

Has the new colors but still say Connecticut rather than UCONN.

 

[Northbound]

Go find proper shorts on ebay they go for between 100-250 bucks. Theres no real short or close to real shorts there for 50. If you've found those at that price you got extremely fortunate. Ive been hunting them foe a gag gift, but im not paying what people are asking.

These are a fine approximation.

 

[Lefty2one]

Go find proper shorts on ebay they go for between 100-250 bucks. Theres no real short or close to real shorts there for 50. If you've found those at that price you got extremely fortunate. Ive been hunting them foe a gag gift, but im not paying what people are asking.

These are a fine approximation.

I bought a pair of these on eBay for $22 less than two years ago. Nike's retail "authentic" shorts circa 2004. Like I said, it's all about timing. Don't look for them during the season and they can be found for $50 or less. The only thing anyone should be paying over $100 for is actual team issued/game-worn stuff.

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[gampelcrazies]

Go find proper shorts on ebay they go for between 100-250 bucks. Theres no real short or close to real shorts there for 50. If you've found those at that price you got extremely fortunate. Ive been hunting them foe a gag gift, but im not paying what people are asking.

These are a fine approximation.

All I'm saying is why not make the real thing and charge more?

The market is small for these items and I would bet most of those people looking to get them would spend say $100-$120 for stitched ones

 

[TheChamps990411]

What are you talking about? The template is exactly the same except the new Husky face.

Sorry I wasn't more clear. The new ones don't have the blue waistband and the blue around the bottom and the cut Is completely different. Also the jerseys cut is different and the fit is just hideous to me.

 

[ConnHuskBask]

Sorry I wasn't more clear. The new ones don't have the blue waistband and the blue around the bottom and the cut Is completely different. Also the jerseys cut is different and the fit is just hideous to me.

Fair. Got ya. Cut is completely different. More like a track and field uniform now.

 

[Austin316]

They also sell a couple of retro UConn tee. I love the old UConn color/font. The red ‘U’ makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside.


Edit: FYI “UConn” promo code is free shipping so you don’t have to spend $100.

 

[huskymedic]

 

[Austin316]

I already treated myself to a pair. Let you know how they are

 

[NC_Uconn_Fan]

I still have this classic from the mid 90's, bought it when I was in high school.

 

[outlaw]

shorts just came in - gotta love that quick turnaround - happy with them for sure, no pockets as expected, fits well, great add to the collection!

 

[Guapo]

Best UCONN jersey ever..
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These did look great, I agree.

However, the only thing I associate with these uniforms is the loss to Mason.

Therefore, I hope they were all dumped into a dumpster and set aflame and we never wear them again.