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[Whiskey_Clear]

Just want to say that the Russell stuff we had was very high quality. I still have some of my stuff (and wear it) from 15 years ago. It was definitely as high a quality (and maybe better sometimes) as the other big 3 (certainly not anywhere near "walmart" level). I bought a pair of Russell athletic shorts from a local sporting goods store last month and they are the best pair of shorts I've ever had. Just trying to be fair here.
Also, Russell is a good company founded by a GT grad, I believe. the reason we went with Russell for so long was simply because they gave us the best deal (because of the GT connection), not because our leaders were just idiots or something. I suppose the leadership decided that due to perception (not logic or anything measurable) the trade-off for how it affected recruiting and branding was worth going with a different company from this point forward. I don't know if that was a right or wrong decision. I'm fine with it and am good with Adidas, but there's no reason to crap on Russell unfairly.

BTW, I'm not trying to direct this at you UgaBlows. I'm addressing a common perception among our fanbase and the public in general.

Fake News!!
Russell was crap quality! How would you know otherwise? Just because you bought a fake jersey off eBay!

Perceptions are what they are. I think the big missing component recently with Russell had more to do with lack of swag rather than lack of quality. But if you removed the labels and patches I bet most wouldn’t be able to tell a difference in quality between brands.

Russell brand perceptions were bad with recruits though and we have enough hurdles to jump in that department without adding any more.

Seems like the new contract focuses much more on swag than dollars for the school. Probably a net plus.

 

[kg01]

@Whiskey_Clear makes a good point @vamosjackets , deeply embedded within his gruff delivery. It's not a question of quality, per se. It's a question of perception. Like it or not, RA is considered cheap, low level gear although the actual quality of the clothing is fine. In fact, some is actually really nice. Unfortunately, perception becomes more important than reality in this silly game of staking success (even partially) on the decisions of teenagers (i.e. recruits).

Lastly, I always thought RA was started by an AUB guy. They were certainly more aligned with AUB before Bowden switched from them all those years ago.

 

[dressedcheeseside]

My question: are the kind of kids we will be targeting from now on: high academics first and foremost with high interest in education and career outside/after football, really give a rats arse about who makes our uni's?

 

[Whiskey_Clear]

My question: are the kind of kids we will be targeting from now on: high academics first and foremost with high interest in education and career outside/after football, really give a rats arse about who makes our uni's?

What they will care about is the same as players in other programs. Free stuff. Matters to our guys and I can’t say I blame them much.

 

[Blumpkin Souffle]

I would assume the color is something close to this.

 

[Ibeeballin]

Pic of the Polos in the bookstore. Not sure if this is Tech Gold

 

[RyanS12]

Almost looks khaki colored. Thanks for the pic. It’s a hard color to replicate on fabric especially in different lighting.

 

[RyanS12]

That’s a nice golf shirt. Even though I such really bad, I’ll look good doing it!

 

[UgaBlows]

I would assume the color is something close to this.

Those are pimp

 

[iceeater1969]

My question: are the kind of kids we will be targeting from now on: high academics first and foremost with high interest in education and career outside/after football, really give a rats arse about who makes our uni's?

I have spoken to a couple s a that would like more stuff. I would hope they would value giving away some of the stuff

Imo Its kind of viewed as an above and beyond thing you do in highly competitive business.

We paid well but still had nice christmas party for whole staff.

I agree with overall point - not really a deal maker.

 

[ATL1]

I want the gold to shine and be flashy. I know that's counter to the cultural makeup of GT, but I want the gold to be eye popping.

 

[ilovetheoption]

not sure if this is new or not: http://www.comm.gatech.edu/brand/colors (see secondary colors)

 

[JacketFromUGA]

not sure if this is new or not: http://www.comm.gatech.edu/brand/colors (see secondary colors)

Not new but I like your effort

 

[RamblinWreck92]

Where's the navy blue?? If CPJ's attire is any indication, Navy Blue is our primary color. These unis need more navy blue!!

Up with the navy blue and gold!!!

 

[dressedcheeseside]

Those are pimp

Go perfect with this number:

 

[dressedcheeseside]

I want the gold to shine and be flashy. I know that's counter to the cultural makeup of GT, but I want the gold to be eye popping.

Like dis boss?

Maybe the 3 stripe logo or maybe even the interlocking GT on each toof?

 

[AlabamaBuzz]

Pic of the Polos in the bookstore. Not sure if this is Tech Gold
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I am hoping that the photo did not accurately display the gold, OR even better, this was before the new gold was agreed upon. This "appears" to be dingy brown - almost khaki.

The gold color on the basketball in the background is better. Please don't let this be right.

 

[dressedcheeseside]

I'll be shocked if we still don't have 40 shades of gold in the bookstore.

 

[inGTwetrust]

If they do have 1 shade, tech should have a '50 shades of gold' campaign once the color is officially rolled out. Trade in an 'old gold' shirt for the new shade! Would help with consistency across the fanbase and get folks more excited, one would think.

Also should add, my cheap self just wants some new, free Adidas tech swag.

 

[ilovetheoption]

If they do have 1 shade, tech should have a '50 shades of gold' campaign once the color is officially rolled out. Trade in an 'old gold' shirt for the new shade! Would help with consistency across the fanbase and get folks more excited, one would think.

Also should add, my cheap self just wants some new, free Adidas tech swag.

...that's a fantastic idea, and i love the branding of it, too. (will not happen, too good)