Cas fan here and not trolling. Just wondered if you were aware of what Cas have done for next seasons kit. Apparently X Blades and ISC are pulling out of rugby league kits in 2021 so Cas have designed there own and had them made by an independent manufacturer. The replica shirts and associated leisure wear now bear the brand "Club Castleford" rather than X Blades or ISC. They consulted with fans and tried to provide what they wanted. They see the future as supplying all the local amateur clubs with "Club Castleford" strips and later moving into work wear. Seems like the best way forward to me so wonder if other clubs may follow suite.

It can’t be any worse than our training gear. I went in the club shop yesterday and it’s dire. A load of cheap generic gear with little Wigan badges stitched on. I’d expect better gear down at one of the local amateur teams tbh. I look at the GB stuff Hummel did and other stuff they’ve done and it’s been pretty good, so I’m thinking Wigan have chosen to get the cheapest range in they’ll provide that is then being sold at sky high prices (£60 for a hoody that is dreadful).

I’ve seen better quality at Primark frankly than the training gear it’s absolutely dire quality I’m glad someone agrees with me this stuff isn’t cheap and it should be of better quality than it is at present

The GB gear at the side of it looks professional, good quality and as though it was designed for that team. Ours looks generic, poor quality and as though it was picked from their basics catalogue that an amateur team would select from to save money. I was pretty stunned just how poor the stuff is in the flesh. The kits don’t look bad quality but that training range is a horror show from such a big club.

Very disappointed to hear that. Will have a look at the weekend.

My home shirt arrived in the post this week. Get them every year, mainly as its creates a talking point with fellow SL fans over here.

No complaints on the quality other than the printed on badge. Give me felt, rubber or embroidery. Anything that makes it seem like it hasn't come straight off a conveyer belt.

Couldn't agree more. the printed badge, and the stars look poor.

The only plus point is that the badge won’t rub too much on holiday I suppose

I think the new kit is of great quality and I have both the new Wigan kit and Great Britain kit and they are of good quality! Unfortunately you can’t please everyone but the sizing is a lot better than errea! Definitely think you should go and see for yourself!! I know how much effort goes into sorting a new kit/training gear and it’s shame to see such negativity in our fans!

Compare our gear with the adm gear that Orrell RUFC have on their online shop. Seems to be a Wigan firm as well.

Looks like we got an extra sponsor on the front. Doesn't look quite as clean

I'm not bothering with a shirt this time as i don't think the quality looks great and many people have posted as such,personally i think its poor that the badges and stars are printed and not embroidered especially when you consider the price,i will stick with my special edition shirt i think I'm 46 out of 1000,i wanted number 1 but Mr Lenagan has that one.

New 3rd kit for Magic & selected away games.

Belter that, will definitely pick that up soon as it’s released, for a great cause as well

I do really like that kit, looks superb. Obviously wouldn’t replace cherry and white with it but I think it’s the best kit currently and given it supports such an important charity makes it all the better IMO

Superb charity but my god imagine grown men walking round the town wearing that! Horrific

Bit off topic but how big does Mitch Clark upper body look in that photo? If he can improve his fitness he could be a real handful.

He looks in much better nick now then he did at the back end of last year with Leigh. I’m looking forward to watching him. The side should have much better go forward this year, especially if we pick Burgess, Bullock and Clark in the same side. We should always have at least one prop on the field smashing the metres out and not be getting pinned in our 30 metres, like we were at times in the play offs. If they’ve be good enough defensively is another matter.

Sorry, but when I go to watch Wigan play away, I expect the team to be wearing the tradition Cherry and White unless there is a colour clash like against St Helens, Salford etc.

But, I accept that some supporters will buy it, especially as it is for a charity.

Liar liar bums on fire.

There’s some real competition in the pack this year which excites me. Ben Flower wants his 10 shirt back, Byrne/Partington/Havard want their starting place, Clubb/Bullock/Clarke/G Burgess have a point to prove, Navarette wants back in.

9 props. 4 positions. You play bad and you’re out. I expect to see some blistering forward performances this season

Isn't Flower also playing for a new contract? That should see some improvement at least.

I believe so yes. That always puts fire in a players belly but as much as I like him I think the end of 2020 should spell the end of Flower at Wigan

It won't be, The brains trust will give him a juicy 4 season contract no doubt

Aye I know