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Mizuno SealSkinz SealSkinz
Mizuno in the UK have SealSkinz manufacture 70 per cent all of its Sport
continued to perform product range by hand in the UK. Their Sport Football
well within the football Football Socks use a patented seamless three- Socks worn
market; they say this is layer construction technology to offer the ultimate with shin
largely due to the in waterproof, windproof, breathable and close- pad
focused distribution and fitting protection; “They must be good because I
positioning of the brand completely forgot about my feet,” said Kelvin
as a boot specialist. Davies, Southampton goalkeeper, after training
"Feedback on the on a sodden pitch. The close-fitting inner layer is
forthcoming AW09 made from either Coolmax or merino wool which
collection from has been developed to actively wick sweat and
customers is good and Wave Ghost: £100 rrp (part of Ghost collection moisture away from the skin. The middle layer is
this is available in July 09 at with an entry level price of £45) completely waterproof, windproof and highly
retail," a company breathable allowing perspiration to escape, while preventing water coming
representative told SGB. in. Finally, the outer layer is designed for extra durability and abrasion
resistance, with stretch-to-fit properties.
The new Wave Ghost
offers agility and
precision as it is packed Cartasport
with technology. Hiroshi Cartasport is the sole UK distributor of Masita sportswear. Their expanded
Miyake who was in the range of football clothing is available from
charge of the Ghost stock, which includes the Valencia range
project explains, "The which will continue to be stocked until the
key objective was to end of 2012. For the retailer and club
produce the best fitting synthetic boot available in the market. We analysed supplier there is also available free of charge,
the fibrous structure of natural kangaroo leather and replicated this grain quantities of retail priced (double trade)
structure." The material boasts exceptional shape retention, durability and leaflets which include a large product range
low water absorption. The sleek design and lace cover provides a clean aimed at clubs and include clothing, equipment
strike area for improved ball to foot contact. and accessories. While ladies football has grown
in recent years, specific ladies fitting football
clothing has generally not proved to be popular,
Harrod in favour of general football clothing;
Harrod say that within the UK range you will find a product to meet your however, Cartasport now stocks both
needs for strength, safety and performance - Harrod believe in tradition and plain and trimmed pink football socks
are proud to continually achieve the highest standards of production quality made in the UK which are very popular.
that they have pioneered for more than 50 years; From the Manchester Cartasport ladies socks
Commonwealth Games, The Millennium Stadium, Twickenham, Premier
League Clubs and academies, to Wembley and the Emirates Stadium, Team Colours
Harrod UK goals and nets are the showpiece of the venue. Team Colours bespoke kit
_They say, "The football equipment market is holding up in what is solutions are adaptable
without doubt a turbulent economy as many clubs are now seeking to and versatile and can
improve to achieve Charter Standard – for this, equipment has to be up to fulfill both small and large
scratch and meet the latest British Safety Standards. Recognition that the orders – whether you are
goal posts are a vital part of the sport has been an important factor in the looking for a twist on a
continuity of the market." classic kit design, or
_ teamwear that is
innovative and unique,
Team Colours will work
closely with you to create a bespoke clothing
solution. Team Colours say: "By selling on
the uniqueness of a completely made-to-
order range of clothing, not only will you be
offering your customers a viable alternative,
but as a retailer you will distinguish yourself
Harrod goal at Wembley from the competition."
14 SGB SPORT JUNE 2009
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