Nike have released the new USA 2012/13 Away Kit to coincide with the launch of all the new Euro 2012 kits, and it looks fantastic.
In line with Nike’s commitment to superior athletic performance and lower environmental impact, the fabric of the new kit’s shorts is made with 100% recycled polyester, while the fabric of the shirts is made with at least 96% recycled polyester. Each kit is made using an average of 13 recycled plastic bottles.
The fabric is also up to 23% lighter than the version four years ago. Embedded with Nike Dri-FIT technology, the kits help to regulate players temperatures on the pitch by removing sweat from the body to keep them dry and cool faster than ever before.
Laser-cut ventilation on the shirt promotes localised cooling where athletes need it most to remain focused on the game.
A new double knit structure and yarns also makes this kit 20% stronger, with no compromise to fit and feel with natural cotton added for comfort.
The jersey also has a tonal sash on the front to echo the same design on the shirts worn by the USMNT who famously defeated England in the 1950 World Championship finals in Brazil.
Inside the neck the American Stars and Stripes flag, affectionately known as “Old Glory,” inspires pride in today’s squad of players.
What do you think of the new USA 2012/13 Nike Away Kit? Leave a comment below.
About Ben Perkins
I wish Nike would make their minds up. We’re lacking a solid, consistent design as a country.
And the tonal sash thing is stupid. If you want to channel the 1950 shirts, make the sash a contrasting color. The last away shirt was fine, navy with a white sash. This tonal sash and the off-color sleeves..just seems like there’s way too much going on at once.
COmpletely disagree, I love this kit and the slash is the first thing that’s been kept consistent from kit to kit.