Previous Jersey Reengineered Jersey
No technologies incorporated into fabric Moisture wicking technology incorporatedinto fabricCombination of two fabrics:
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Stretch air mesh (Body of jersey)
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Stretch dazzle (Side panelsshoulders and cowl)Combination of two fabrics:
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New stretch mesh (Body of jersey)
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Lighter
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Has lycra, which makes fitof the jersey much tighter
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Allows for greater range of motion
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New stretch dazzle (Cowl)
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Lighter
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Has mechanical stretch for a better fit over the pads Name and numbers are stretch twill Name and numbers are stretch twill
Testing of the On Field Jersey
Lab testing(Before being on field)Burst strength(pounds per square inch)Tensile strength(grab test to measure the pounds requiredto tear the fabric)Additional tear test(requires the tear to be initiated beforetesting)WickingOn field testing(2 years)All 3 fabrics were tested on field for 2years before being put on full teamsEquipment managers submittedquestionnaires and feedback Teams were included in the complete process to test
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The fitting of the fabrics
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The performance of thefabrics/uniforms
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On field
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In washThe fabrics have now been on field for several seasons without issues