First off, I’m seeing it described alongside the “Active Fault Jersey,” which, okay, that’s a *wild* name. Punk band poster-style collage? Bay Area vibes? I’m picturing something pretty out there. But then you’ve got this “Performance Replica” thing, and it’s… supposed to be a “direct take down” from what the players wear on the field? Meaning, like, a slightly cheaper, fan-friendly version? Probly less sweat-wicking, I’m guessing. Or maybe the same? I honestly have no clue. Adidas is good at marketing, that’s for sure.
And then, I saw it referred to as the official 2018 replica jersey??? Hold up. 2018? Is this some old stock they’re trying to get rid of? I mean, the Earthquakes have had, like, eleventy billion jerseys since then. This is where things get confusing, man. Maybe they’re *also* selling the current year’s replica? MLS Store is a bit of a rabbit hole, gotta be real.
So, yeah, the “Adidas MLS San Jose Earthquakes Performance Replica Jersey.” Is it good? I dunno, depends which year you’re getting! My personal opinion? I’d probably go for the newest one, just to, like, not be rocking a jersey from five years ago, even if it *is* a sweet deal. Unless, of course, you’re a collector! In that case, go nuts.
Honestly, this whole thing just highlights how much the Earthquakes jersey designs change. Sometimes for the better, sometimes… well, let’s just say not every design has been a home run. Remember that yellow one from, like, 2012? Yeesh.
