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Authentic Vs Replica Jerseys - How To Know The Difference by freakyhat: 9:22am On Jun 21, 2016
[center]GENERAL REPLICA VS. AUTHENTIC JERSEY DIFFERENCES[/center]


Replica (sometimes referred to as stadium or fan)

In style and appearance these soccer jerseys are identical those seen on-field. A replica version of an official team jersey just often has a looser cut creating a more comfortable fit for fans. A replica jersey may also have different technologies, contraction and materials to keep costs lower for fans who don’t the elite performance benefits that the professionals demand.


Authentic (sometimes referred to as match)

Authentic soccer jerseys are identical (in material, cut, fit) to the jerseys worn by the professional players. Authentic jerseys often have a tight fit and a polyester blend. The team badges and logos on these jerseys are often screened or applied to keep weight to an absolute minimum. Occasionally, the authentic version may feature small details not found on the replica version (like back-printing on Nike badges or small team-specific details in the collar).


NIKE REPLICA VS. AUTHENTIC
Visually all of the graphic details remain the same on both authentic and replica options, with the Nike symbol and team crest embroidered on each version. Both authentic/replica are built with Nike’s popular, moisture-wicking Dri-FIT technology and 100% polyester.

The first difference you will notice between Nike’s Replica and Authentic options is the back panel. The authentic back is made of a much thinner, breathable, mesh-like knit, whereas the replica continues with the same density of fabric throughout the jersey. This mesh back improves breath-ability and airflow around one of the hottest areas of the body while also making the garment lighter in weight.
With Nike jerseys, an easy way to distinguish the authentic from the replica is the gold authentic tag, found on the bottom right of the front panel of the shirt. This tag is silver on the replica edition.

PUMA REPLICA VS. AUTHENTIC
Visually the design details are the same on both PUMA’s replica and authentic jerseys. However on the authentic version, the PUMA cat logo is screen printed rather that embroidered. This decreases the weight of the shirt and prevents irritation when playing.
The most noticeable difference in PUMA’s authentic shirt is the much talked about skin-tight fit. Instead of being made of 100% polyester (like the replica version), the authentic incorporates a Lyra which allows it to stretch around your muscles like a compression shirt. PUMA authentic shirts feature a technology called powerCELL, while the replica fabric is made with dryCELL. Breathable mesh panels are also featured on the back and underarms of the authentic option.

ADIDAS REPLICA VS. AUTHENTIC
Like other brands, adidas’s authentic jersey features a tighter, performance fit. This is designed to decrease weight, wind resistance and any other destractions that may influence you negatively while playing. The replica is a more traditional, loose fitting jersey.
On replica jerseys, the adidas logo and team crests are embroidered, while on the authentic they are screen printed.

Before you buy your next jersey, see below link for photos of both jersey types and differences

[url][/url]http://www.soccer.com/guide/authentic-vs-replica-do-you-know-the-difference/
Re: Authentic Vs Replica Jerseys - How To Know The Difference by Tunechi1(m): 9:28am On Jun 21, 2016
Nice info
Re: Authentic Vs Replica Jerseys - How To Know The Difference by kakagogo: 3:16am On Sep 06, 2018
Re: Authentic Vs Replica Jerseys - How To Know The Difference by seoprix(m): 5:43am On Apr 10
Re: Authentic Vs Replica Jerseys - How To Know The Difference by seoprix(m): 5:46am On Apr 10
Below 30$, the jersey must be replica!!!
I bought the Arsenal jersey only 25$ from https://www.kfrenova.com/, I knew it was a replica jersey without even thinking about it.

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