It is a must that all Castore branding is stitched next year like the champions jersey
the sheer amount of folk having issues isn’t a fluke, the staunch coming on and saying ‘I’ve had no problems’ doesn’t clear Castore in this.
fans aside the countless times I have saw players and management team on TV with sponsors peeling off is a utter embarrassment and shows it’s not just limited to clubshop items
Of course it doesn't but it helps provide context.
the context for me mate is that Castore claim to be a ‘better than the rest’ company when it comes to quality of product and next level materials
the absolute shitshow that Castore have produced make the Diadora farce from the early noighties look like nothing.
the sheer level of fans complaining about shoddy merchandise and also the players being interviewed with labels hanging and peeling off to a worldwide audience is a embarrassment to the club.
I can understand if initial batches got terrible reviews, but Castore can continued to churn out the same shite without attempting to rectify. The online store has been constantly lacking in stock and that’s before we even start on the school jumper fiasco.
Announcing the early pro shirt launch via an unofficial statement typed up on Apple Notes and posted by the SLO if I remember correctly.I sometimes wonder how much more understanding people would be of the teething issues had they not done the whole ‘school jumper’ thing. Then of course lying about pro shirts going out early to cover their backs, that was mental. They had a short turn around in a pandemic I can understand there would be issues and I luckily haven’t experienced any but those last two things were so stupid. Completely avoidable just tell the truth.
Absolutely this. I have Nike RFC kit from the 90's that is still in great condition, despite being washed at 40, and often wjth fabric softenerThe point is that you shouldn't need to. If they can't produce a garment that can be washed at a standard 40° temperature and cycle then they're in the wrong game.
Also, it's worth remembering that it's a football shirt and is intended to be dirty, muddy and grass stained. A cool wash won't deal with that soiling.
That's horrific. As in the stitching coming undone?My 55 champions t-shirt has already started to come away at the seam under the arm. Got a size up and plenty of room it. Really disappointed. It's not even been washed yet.
Admin edit: Since I started this OP, I'm adding this post to my OP rather than creating a new thread.
I appreciate lots of people are delighted with the quality of Castore's Rangers products.
However, I've had the exact opposite experience, sadly.
I returned my home shirt for a full refund at the time because the quality was extremely poor – and my away and third shirts haven't held up well at all.
Please note: I know how to wash football shirts and I've never had a problem with any football gear prior to these Castore ones.
As you can see from the below images, most of the lettering is peeling off both shirts.
The back is the third kit is particularly embarrassing.
The away kit isn't as bad, but the colours of the sponsor have bled, something I've never seen on a football shirt before.
@Greg Marshall , as you were kind enough to chat to me at length about Castore previously, can you share these images with the club/Castore please and ask if this is the quality we should expect?
These two shirts will be going in the bin at the end of the season – but I've got massive concerns about the quality of our future merchandise.
If they make a mess of the 150 anniversary stuff, it'll be unforgivable.
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Absolutely this. I have Nike RFC kit from the 90's that is still in great condition, despite being washed at 40, and often wjth fabric softener
Having seen the problems others have had with the Castore stuff, I did those on a low/short wash with no fabric softener, yet they're all peeling after a couple of washes.
Won't be in any rush to buy anything next season, unless its enbroidered.
I sometimes wonder how much more understanding people would be of the teething issues had they not done the whole ‘school jumper’ thing. Then of course lying about pro shirts going out early to cover their backs, that was mental. They had a short turn around in a pandemic I can understand there would be issues and I luckily haven’t experienced any but those last two things were so stupid. Completely avoidable just tell the truth.
Yeah mate. Had it on once and when took off noticed it fraying away. The wife said she can stitch it and its under arm and saves the hassle of sending back but a bit pissed off about itThat's horrific. As in the stitching coming undone?
Absolutely this. I have Nike RFC kit from the 90's that is still in great condition, despite being washed at 40, and often wjth fabric softener
Having seen the problems others have had with the Castore stuff, I did those on a low/short wash with no fabric softener, yet they're all peeling after a couple of washes.
Won't be in any rush to buy anything next season, unless its enbroidered.
I get what you mean, it's the principle. I'm terrified to wash my tops, only done it a couple of times and barely wear them.Yeah mate. Had it on once and when took off noticed it fraying away. The wife said she can stitch it and its under arm and saves the hassle of sending back but a bit pissed off about it
I think the Castore logo is meant to be wonky.
If that is true, that is shambolic for a company trying to portray themselves as a brand ahead of Nike and AdidasFans of the West Coast Eagles AFL side in Perth, WA are experiencing Castore’s ineptitude first-hand.
Castore couldn’t even get the guernseys delivered to the playing side on time and had local brand Burley Sekem produce them for Castore, and stuck an iron-on Castore logo on top of last season’s ISC shorts.
Joke of an outfit.
Fans of the West Coast Eagles AFL side in Perth, WA are experiencing Castore’s ineptitude first-hand.
Castore couldn’t even get the guernseys delivered to the playing side on time and had local brand Burley Sekem produce them for Castore, and stuck an iron-on Castore logo on top of last season’s ISC shorts.
Joke of an outfit.
Looks like it’s part of the design rather than a manufacturing issue.
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I love my black and orange top but same thing as above happened to mine, after two washes.I only have the black and orange top, letters on the inside went first, then it was the energy check logo at the back, now the castore badge is falling apart. Always washed at 30 degrees aswell. Has put me off buying any other tops.
The top they have made for the Melbourne Storm this season is so bad its hilarious.
The point is that you shouldn't need to. If they can't produce a garment that can be washed at a standard 40° temperature and cycle then they're in the wrong game.
Also, it's worth remembering that it's a football shirt and is intended to be dirty, muddy and grass stained. A cool wash won't deal with that soiling.
Looks like it’s part of the design rather than a manufacturing issue.
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Why tolerate the intolerant?I asked the question at the time about these and I think I was told that they were discussing it. I'm not a holier than thou person, but I would much prefer if we didn't have a betting company as our main sponsor as I think betting advertising has got completely out of control, and gambling companies are showing themselves to be absolute snakes with luring "VIP" customers in who are clearly addicts.
For us to run an "Everyone, Anyone" campaign that means we are a club that is inclusive to all no matter your colour or creed, and also have a gambling company on the front of our shirts which is absolutely forbidden in Islam for instance is completely at odds with each other.