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[WhistlesAndStripes]

I recommend you get the shirts with 1" wide black and white stripes.

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Originally Posted by Whistles & Stripes

I recommend you get the shirts with 1" wide black and white stripes.

Get the shirts required where you will be working. Some places use those shirts; others, grey with thin stripes; others, the college style, with a black side-panel. I think virtually everywhere, shirts are V-necks, so don't get football/lacrosse/soccer style shirts with black collars.

Pants: some places prefer pleats, others flat front. Western or slash pockets? I think most places require beltless, although there are some exceptions.

Smitty is a major brand, and is ok, but there are several different quality shirts within that label. Cliff Keen is another good brand.

Shoes: New Balance and Reebok Zigs are perhaps the most common options.

There are a number of mail order companies that outfit officials. All Sports Officials, Ump-Attire, Officially Sports, Honigs, Purchase. Before you buy, though, do a search, as some companies have problems at times, such as not shipping timely.