Referee Gear

[IHSAref]

Thanks to all...by the way I am from central Il.

[Texas Aggie]

This is a personal preference (and often, regional) question. I don't stick with one supplier, but use several as I work both football and basketball.

For me, I get my football knickers, football flags and accessories, football hats, and soon to be basketball pants from Honigs. I get all my shirts (foot/basket) from The Officials Choice. The jury is still out on football socks, but if I continue with Twin City, I'll get those from the dealer in San Diego (forgot the name).

The majority of the rest of my gear (whistles, lanyards, etc.), I get from local dealers who show up at association or state meetings or a local guy here in North Texas (officialsports.net). I get to know these folks, especially the north Texas guy, and will buy from them when I can. As for socks, briefs/tights, etc., and even shoes, I usually buy those from general internet sites. I use under armour tactical, and only cop or military online sites sell that stuff.

As you might be able to figure out, I'm pretty picky about my gear, but if I like something, I keep with it.

[refnrev]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

Thanks to all...by the way I am from central Il.

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Where in Central Illinois? There a bunch of us from here. RR

[Back In The Saddle]

I've been very happy with everything I've ordered online or by phone, except for one pair of shoes I got with a starter football package. Despite having ordered my size, they were too small. So before I order shoes online now, I go to a shoe store and find a similar pair to try on. Then I order the size that actually fits. It's worked so far.

[IHSAref]

Originally Posted by refnrev

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Where in Central Illinois? There a bunch of us from here. RR

the Decatur/Forsyth Area

[IAABO_Ref]

I have always had good luck with Lester's Upstate Sports ( www.Lestersupstatesports.com ) Service is second to none.

[tjones1]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

the Decatur/Forsyth Area

You're not too far from me IHSAref. Currently I'm in Charleston.

[26 Year Gap]

Don't go to Foot Locker.

[IHSAref]

any one know where I can get a size 16 basketball shoe and 38 long pants? Thanks

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

any one know where I can get a size 16 basketball shoe and 38 long pants? Thanks

I cannot help you with the shoes. I would imagine that if you picked up some non-hemmed pants, you could get them tailored to fit your needs. I would hope that you get your pants tailored so they look good, not to fit a set size. Your referee pants should not fit the same way your pants do you wear on a suit.

Peace

[26 Year Gap]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

any one know where I can get a size 16 basketball shoe and 38 long pants? Thanks

Are you sure you don't want 2 shoes?

I would call Honig's if that size is not on their website. They may be able to special order for you. They can also hem the pants for you if you know how long you want them.

[Official99]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

any one know where I can get a size 16 basketball shoe and 38 long pants? Thanks

I wear a size 36 pant... i get my pants from Cliff Keen unhemed and usually have plenty of room to fit to my needs. as far as the shoe goes, good luck.

[Ref Daddy]

..... eBay. "Buy it Now"

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by IHSAref

Thanks to all...by the way I am from central Il.

My condolences....