This
season FC Barcelona will play in a new third kit – a powerful black jersey
highlighted with yellow accents that embodies the style and craft of the La
Liga BBVA title holders.
The
shirt is predominately black with vibrant yellow side stripes and a modern
sport crew neck. Inside both the collar and the sleeves, fans will find a
subtle nod to the history and culture of the club with red and vibrant yellow
stripes of the Senyera –the Catalan flag.
The
new kit shorts are black with a thin vibrant yellow stripe on each side. The
socks match the jersey and shorts and feature the FC Barcelona red and vibrant
yellow stripe Senyera on the back.
The
kit showcases Nike’s belief in style, craft and pride while aiding the
performance of players with key technological features.
Recycled
Polyester
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The
kit is made from recycled polyester as part of Nike’s commitment to produce
performance apparel with reduced environmental impact. The shirt and shorts of
each kit are made from up to thirteen recycled plastic water bottles.
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In
the pioneering process, plastic bottles are chopped into flakes, then melted
down to form yarn that is spun into fabric, reducing energy consumption by up
to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.
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Since
2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfill
through the use of recycled polyester.
Fabric
and Nike Dri-FIT
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The
kit weighs just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also
boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch.
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The
fabric uses Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body through
the fabric where it can evaporate, to keep players cool and dry.
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Ventilation
zones, consisting of tiny laser-cut holes, feature under the arms on both
sides, as well as at the shorts waistband, to allow additional comfort and
cooling. A mesh panel across the entire back increases air circulation.
Fit
and Construction
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The
shirt has been crafted with bonded T-bars to support the seams at key points
and inner welded seams with a clean finish to give a more striking appearance,
while also increasing comfort and performance.
