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Quick uniform question
I'm a super green brand spankin new starting official. That being said, I need some advice on a shirt
I got a Smitty shirt to start with, not crazy about it. Shopping around, I've come across mainly Smitty, Honig and Keen. Thoughts? I'd like to get a "tall" size as I'm a big guy, so it stays tucked in. It appears that Honig is the only one that offers said size. Not sure if I'm correct or not. Also need some good shoes to start with. Are the 623's decent or should I go for something else? Thanks in advance!!! |
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I wear the NB623 as one of the pairs in my rotation. I like the sizing options but the shoe can be a bit slippery at times (more so with a pair I have from a couple of years ago).
Many will steer you to the Reebok Zigs, but they don't fit me. You can try tucking your shirt in your compression shorts, or buying a rubber belt, or getting pants with a rubberized inside waistband. |
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Thanks! I'm going with some light weight slacks I had already for pants as I don't see a huge difference between those and the official, well, official pants. I've seen officials with belts and without as well, does it really matter?
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The belt I was talking about goes over your shirt, under your pants -- to keep the shirt tucked in. |
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Regular black dress slacks will work for someone just starting out... but, IMHO, it'll be well worth the investment in a pair of actual officiating pants.
I can understand not wanting to spend the money on them initially, but if it was me, I'd use one of my early game checks on a good pair of pants. As for shoes, buy a pair that are comfortable for you. If you're wearing ill-fitting shoes, it'll be nothing but a distraction (or worse, lead to injury). |
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I agree on the slacks...take your first check and buy some beltless. Hate to say it but all those years growing up when my mom made me dress nice on test days because it aids in confidence...well it is true and I have found in officiating (any sport) looking the part just gives you that air of confidence...IMO.
On the shoes I personally swear by the zigs. I had knee issues for years and I finally bought a pair of zigs for everyday running. I only wear zigs now for everyday life and officiating, even my plate shoes are zigs and my knees are A-OK. They also are some of the more athletic looking officals shoes out there and like I said about the pants...helps you look the part. I wear a flexbelt for baseball because that is all I have found that works but for basketball I tuck into my shorts and the beltless pants aid as well. Welcome to the "profession"... |
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Toto, I Have A Feeling We're Not In Kansas Anymore ...
It doesn't matter one iota here in my little corner of Connecticut, but, take it from one of the few Forum members, maybe the only Forum member, who wears a belt, check your local listings. When in Kansas do what Kansan officials do.
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I received the rubberized flex belt with my starter pack last year and not even a year (and 12 game dates) later, it's already showing signs of wear and cracks in the rubber. So, I just ordered and received Honig's Ultimate Velcro belt. My next games aren't until this weekend, but I tried it on already and love it. It's easier to get on/off. And, I'm hoping it last longer as well.
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I just prefer the more flexible rubberized flex.
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Has anyone tried the shirt lock from Honig's? |
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Are they still in business? I haven't received an email from them in a couple of months, the website lists items with "september special" and the only HS shirts they show are pink/black.
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and this site seems to be the same, but a few dollars less: REFEREE PANT When I ordered from the first a month or so ago, I got original sans-a-belts. Don't know if those are still available, or if it's now "the same thing from the same factory but with a different label" (because sans-a-belt has decided not to carry them) |
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