Black Friday on training tracksuits

Complete tracksuit or just the jacket: how to put together your sportswear

The complete tracksuit combines a matching jacket and trousers made from the same material: it's the ultimate team outfit, what a team wears for travel or warm-ups. The Mizuno Team Kobe, made from knitted fabric, follows this principle with a jacket and trousers designed to go together. The tracksuit jacket on its own offers more freedom: you can choose it in your club's colours and pair it with bottoms of your choice. It's the go-to option for supporters and for players who already have training bottoms and just want to change their top.

The other categories

The teamwear for Black Friday also includes:

• Accessories.
• Training tops.
• Training jackets.
• Training trousers.

All the teamwear for Black Friday can be found on the teamwear page.

Full zip, quarter zip, Anthem jacket: club cuts

Club jackets don’t all fasten the same way. The classic tracksuit jacket opens all the way down thanks to a full zip, making it easy to put on and take off between exercises: this is the most common style at Stade Toulousain, RC Toulon, UBB or Stade Français. The one from Cardiff features a quarter zip: you pull it over your head, and its high collar protects your neck from the wind. The Anthem jacket worn by the French national team has a special purpose: it’s the jacket the Blues wear on the pitch during the anthems before taking it off at kick-off, making it a highly sought-after item among supporters.

Knitted fabric or woven polyester: what material for what climate

Two materials dominate tracksuits. The knitted fabric, soft and slightly stretchy, moves with you and retains body heat: it is great for warm-ups in cool weather and long bus journeys. The woven polyester, smoother and thinner, cuts the wind better and dries quickly after a shower, but doesn't keep you as warm. Some jackets add a mesh lining that prevents a sticky feeling against the skin. The Pro Warm Up jacket from Gilbert, a brand founded in 1823 in the English town of Rugby, carries this warm-up purpose in its name.

Other good deals

Outside of Black Friday, good deals can be found in good deals, clearance sales, sales. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. The key shopping times of the year follow a regular order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, year-end holidays, winter sales, French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

What size tracksuit should I choose for a child?

You should rely on the measured size rather than age, and then choose the next size up if the child is between sizes. The elasticated wrists and ankles will hold slightly long sleeves and legs in place, allowing the tracksuit to last an extra year.

How can I avoid damaging the zip when washing?

Zip it up before putting it in the machine so the zip teeth don’t catch on the fabric, turn it inside out, and wash at thirty degrees. The tumble dryer can damage heat-pressed logos and can twist the zip: it’s better to air dry on a hanger.

Why do teams travel in tracksuits?

Wearing identical tracksuits for the whole group shows club affiliation during trips and remains comfortable during long hours on the bus or plane. It also allows players to arrive at the stadium already ready to warm up.

Does a tracksuit jacket protect against rain?

It can withstand a light shower, especially if made of woven polyester, but it is not waterproof: seams and zips can let water through. In heavy rain, it's best to layer a windbreaker over it.

How can I tell if a tracksuit is good quality?

Check the finish on the ribbed cuffs and waistband, the quality of the zip, and the flat seams that don’t rub during exercise. A fabric that returns to shape after being stretched will keep its good look for a long time, even after many washes.