New Era Retro Classic Collection Blue Jays

When it comes to material goods, when I see something that I love I tend to buy it in multiple versions because I’m always cautious that I might never see them again.  This time it’s a New Era retro fitted Blue Jays hat.  Unfortunately just after this release the New Era company announced that they were closing down their New York plant and moving all production to China (though a small number would be made in Miami).  This particular Blue Jays retro hat was made in the USA, so it’s of particular importance to me.

For some reason Made in USA hats are or rather were better quality than those made in China.  This hat is of no exception, it’s beautifully made.  The material is quality, the stitching is clean, and the fit is exact.  This is actually the second version that I’ve bought in this retro style; the first one was all blue, and this version the front is white.  While it’s sad to see New Era hats no longer made in USA, I hope they continue to make fitteds with this kind of quality.

Toronto Blue Jays:

www.bluejays.com

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LQydIYsZiA

Mexican Soda: Jarritos

On hot summer days I love drinking ice cold drinks.  I especially love specialty sodas or colas.  One of the most popular brands that I like is Jarritos (little jugs in Spanish), which is a Mexican soda brand.  They come in a variety of flavours such as mandarin orange, mango, strawberry, pineapple, tamarind, lime, guava and many more.  I have a sweet tooth so I also like that these sodas use real sugar, as opposed to North American sodas that use artificial stuff.  Besides the great flavours, what I also think makes them delicious is that they come in old school glass bottles, and depending on your age (usually older); you know soda tastes best in a glass bottle.  Pair Jarritos with some tacos, and you have the perfect way to enjoy hot summer days.

Jarritos: www.jarritos.com

Jarritos Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jarritos

Toronto Raptors 2019 NBA Finals Champions Nike Locker Room T-Shirt

After an amazing run, the goal of being crowned NBA Champions has finally happened in Toronto.  I’m excited, the city is excited, and the country is excited.  Of course now comes the fun part of parties, parades, and wearing Championship merchandise.  My first piece of Championship merchandise is this Nike t-shirt; the official Toronto Raptors 2019 NBA Finals Champions t-shirt.  It’s a locker room shirt, meaning it’s the same version the team got to wear after beating the Golden State Warriors.  All Raptors merchandise is selling like crazy, with long lineups outside stores.

I wanted to post some pictures of this official t-shirt because unfortunately a lot of counterfeit merchandise has also been made throughout the year.  This shirt was made in Nicaragua, and comes with two stickers on the side; 1. NBA logo hologram and 2. Nike Official Locker Room.  The quality of the shirt is very good with a thick material and the screen printing is nice and clean.  My only complaints about the shirt is that it comes in white (which will eventually get dirty), and that the Nike swoosh is screen printed and not embroidered.  Other than that, this is an amazing collectable and one that I will be proud to wear for years.

Raptors:

www.raptors.com

Toronto Raptors 2019 NBA Champions!

I've been a Raptors fan since 1995, and finally after so many years I get to experience a Championship title again in Toronto.  I am so happy.  #WeTheNorth