Vancouver 2010 Olympics Merchandise - Discount/Clearance Thread

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Vancouver 2010 Olympics Merchandise - Discount/Clearance Thread

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[chrisanthony14]

some of these things are still to expensive..The mens canada olympic sweater is $60 at Zellers..i think is a little to much....

[HowEver]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction.

I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.

In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

[chrisanthony14]

yea but the point is to wear them during the olympics..while cheering for canada lol

[deadlineDan]

yea but the point is to wear them during the olympics..while cheering for canada lol

while carrying around your (hot deal) $50 stuffed marmot :lol:

[laboremus]

Anything outside Vancouver?
GTA seems to hold firm on prices.

I was looking for Team Russia jersey - even Nike online is sold out :(

[uber_uter]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction.

I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.

In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

Good luck finding any adult clothing. The stores are pretty bare at this point.

[Yankees 1903]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

[Astroblue]

Anyone check ebay for some of the olympics merchandise?

In particular there are the olympic zip up hoodies that are fetching more than double the retail price. I think The Bay mentioned that they aren't restocking them at all.

How does that make sense when there's so much demand for them?

[shoppingguy]

Anyone check ebay for some of the olympics merchandise?

In particular there are the olympic zip up hoodies that are fetching more than double the retail price. I think The Bay mentioned that they aren't restocking them at all.

How does that make sense when there's so much demand for them?

It would take too long for them to manufacture the items and ship them from China. By the time the items are finished, the games will be over already. Also last minute shipments usually have a cost premium, most likely its not cost effective to order more stock.

[N_Raged]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.
Those things sell like hotcakes and there's not a lot of stock to begin with. I bought a machine knit sweater and am hoping to do a price adjustment later if it does get reduced.

[Astroblue]

I see. That makes sense in the context that demand is only high during the games, and then drops to nil after the games.

Which begs the question: Who are these people looking to buy zip up hoodies for 120 dollars to wear for 1 month??

I'd like to sell them once in a life time Vancouver Olympics 2010 snow as well.

Thanks for the info tho


It would take too long for them to manufacture the items and ship them from China. By the time the items are finished, the games will be over already. Also last minute shipments usually have a cost premium, most likely its not cost effective to order more stock.

[danyo]

I dunno if this counts, but I was at The Bay and spent $40, and the cashier told me that if I spend over $50 and pledge a donation of $1 or more, he'd give me 5 free pins, but said he'd do it for me anyway even though I only spent $40.

Nice pins!

[deezz]

yea but the point is to wear them during the olympics..while cheering for canada lol
I've been rocking my Black Canada zip-up hoodie for five days straight now :)


Good luck finding any adult clothing. The stores are pretty bare at this point. I went to two bay stores (also Zellers) to find my black men's large hoodie, and my wife's white women's small hoodie. The white was the very last white women's hoodie at the second store, first one had one women's double XL left lol, and the olympic section was just teeming with a sea of people. Needless to say I DID try on that women's XXL hahaha, but...the cut is so different...it just didn't fit...the waist was huge...the letters are smaller on the women's. I guess I can now say I've tried crossdressing because of the Olympics!


I dunno if this counts, but I was at The Bay and spent $40, and the cashier told me that if I spend over $50 and pledge a donation of $1 or more, he'd give me 5 free pins, but said he'd do it for me anyway even though I only spent $40.

Nice pins!
Damn the hoodies costed $50 and I only got one! My wife didn't get any!! This was Saturday, so they may have been all gone by then...

[newfbc]

The hot hoodies in Vancouver right now are with the Vancouver Millionaires logo.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/de/Vancouver_millionaires.png

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vancouver_Millionaires

Ron.

[tidus]

Anything outside Vancouver?
GTA seems to hold firm on prices.

I was looking for Team Russia jersey - even Nike online is sold out :(

Buy them online from the Vancouver 2010 store :cheesygri

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/jerseys/catapparel-catjerseys-p1.html

[a in yul]

pins...??

[chrisanthony14]

just came back from zellers.. the only olympic clothing i see left are those gloves and mostly kid size clothing..

I'm still wanting a black olympic zip hoodie>:(

[chrisanthony14]

even the bay website doenst advertise the hoodies..wierd

[cincin128]

there's a bed & linens store in Richmond Centre, on the same side as HMV and Champs, that has a lot of stuffed mascots on sale. They are cheaper than Save On.

Sorry I don't remember the store name.

[Siye]

^ Did they have any of the giant plushies?

[hailcroft]

Giant Tiger...Campbellford store has jackets...mens $25..blue and grey mostly, not real heavy, womens jackets and half zip pullovers in that bright green, womens fleece vest..powder blue $30., some t-shirts and black fleece with white Canada logo(mens)
Not bad selection and sounds like better prices than Zellers right now

[shoppingguy]

even the bay website doenst advertise the hoodies..wierd

Its on the main page. Link: http://www.thebay.com/

Also here is the store link: http://store.hbc.com/

[deezz]

Its on the main page. Link: http://www.thebay.com/

Also here is the store link: http://store.hbc.com/

no but the hoodies are sold out...not listed on the pages...

[actionj]

pins...??

I was just at London Drugs @ the Brentwood Mall and they have all "Official Olympic" merchandise for 50%.

Not sure if it's only at the store ... I got several pins for $4.

[vcr_shopper]

Michaels some Olympic stuff too.

Examples include pins, back packs & scarves + more.

Use the 40% coupon:

http://vancouver.flyerland.ca/michaels/369/coupon/7680

Used it on a snowflake pin and worked without a hitch.

[Shazam]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction.
I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.
In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

I agree! The 2008 Beijing stuff was 50% off at Zellers and then an extra 50% off (total of 75% off) at Metro one Saturday...

[Shazam]

anyone know how much those olympics red gloves are?

also, are they one size fits all?

[jonkaho]

has Zellers started disconuting the plushies yet?

[way2quik]

The red mits will not restock. They are clearing them out at the Bay location @ DT.
The Bay has not received any red and white CANADA hoodies for a week now. Chances of it being restocked is slim to none at this point as well. Today's stock was black (probably old stock from yesterday) and some green and yellow hoodies-all cleared out in minutes.

[hugh_da_man]

I agree! The 2008 Beijing stuff was 50% off at Zellers and then an extra 50% off (total of 75% off) at Metro one Saturday...

In all fairness, the beijing stuff was ugly so no wonder it was on sale for 50% off.

[Shazam]

just came back from zellers.. the only olympic clothing i see left are those gloves and mostly kid size clothing..

I'm still wanting a black olympic zip hoodie>:(

I just called 2 different GVR zellers stores... apparently, the only thing on sale are the jerseys, everything else is regular price right now.

I was also told that the red gloves will NOT be going on sale and will remain at $10 since all of the sale proceeds go to the athletes.

[BD006]

I just called 2 different GVR zellers stores... apparently, the only thing on sale are the jerseys, everything else is regular price right now.

I was also told that the red gloves will NOT be going on sale and will remain at $10 since all of the sale proceeds go to the athletes.

Gloves should be $10 everywhere.

[kmchow]

Not sure about current stock, but I got my red hoodie at livecity Vancouver back on sat. I did have to pay $10 extra. There are tonnes of red mittens at Brentwood zellers.

Sport Chek is also selling largely vanoc and some different styles of "Canada" clothing at buy 1, get 2nd at 50% off. But not the hbc hoodies that everyone wants.

[a in yul]

I was just at London Drugs @ the Brentwood Mall and they have all "Official Olympic" merchandise for 50%.

Not sure if it's only at the store ... I got several pins for $4.

thx for the info, and the site too..!


anyone know how much those olympics red gloves are?

also, are they one size fits all?

10$, kids size, and large/xl adult size, so 2 sizes only..

wish i could find the pins in mtl...:(

[krazykanuck]

I agree! The 2008 Beijing stuff was 50% off at Zellers and then an extra 50% off (total of 75% off) at Metro one Saturday...

Difference was that

a) Beijing clothes was mostly fugly

b) Olympics weren't being played on home soil - big difference in available stock.

[LoneI2anger]

i swear i saw a deal at one of those small jersey stores like jersey city, or game on or something in the ad for $100 team jerseys (except for canada i think) if that sounds familiar to somebody?

[vg007]

So after seeing people wearing the Canada hoodie...I want one! Should I even bother trekking out to all the Zellers and Bays nearby? I'm in Brampton, so Bramlea City Center is the closest, but I will be heading back to Waterloo on Friday, so I could stop by the Bay there too!

I'm guessing that being on the other end of Canada won't make a difference, and from the looks of it these have been on sale since last year. Ah well, my own fault for not keeping my eyes open!

[Yankees 1903]

This is a major fail for HBC. They had too much of the cheap looking summer Olympics crap and could not move any of it. Now they have clothing that Canadians actually want and look decent however they don't have enough supply. You would think an item like the Canada hoodie would have ample supply.

[smash]

I just called 2 different GVR zellers stores... apparently, the only thing on sale are the jerseys, everything else is regular price right now.

I was also told that the red gloves will NOT be going on sale and will remain at $10 since all of the sale proceeds go to the athletes.

The Team Canada jersey's on sale for $60 at Zellers are not the Nike Team Canada jersey's sold at HBC, Nike store or Vancouver2010.com. Zellers sells the really cheap looking budget jersey's with the Canada logo ironed-on. In fact, the tag on the collar is a brand I never heard of with an upside down swoosh!

[Narci]

Thank god I bought my size S red hoodie and white hoodie and black hoodie a few months ago but now i'm on the hunt for the black jacket with the diamond patterned stitches on it.

[ClemixMedia]

i had my chance.. i went to the bay a month before the opening ceremony and everything was in stock calling my name sitting right in front of me.. but i didnt pull the trigger because I thought i should wait like the beijing gears..

i want that jacket athletes wear on the podium

[TRD604]

im still looking for the red hoody. ive checked everywhere.

people on craigslist are selling these hoodys for like 100-150

[TRD604]

list of LD locations that have 50% off

http://ow.ly/18lhu

[nvlizzy]

Zellers in Lynn Valley, NVan had tons of red mittens on Saturday. By the front door, by the side door, in the aisles, hanging from the ceiling...anyone thinking about buying on CL or Ebay check out the store first. I'm still waiting for another coupon code like the one Vanoc had for 15% off last weekend-anyone get one?

[Sw0op]

the 24" muk muk plush link isnt correct? could you fix it pls?

[Firestorm]

Zellers in Lynn Valley, NVan had tons of red mittens on Saturday. By the front door, by the side door, in the aisles, hanging from the ceiling...anyone thinking about buying on CL or Ebay check out the store first. I'm still waiting for another coupon code like the one Vanoc had for 15% off last weekend-anyone get one?

The mittens are everywhere. It's the hoodies that nobody can track down =[

[chivas]

Good luck finding any adult clothing. The stores are pretty bare at this point.

I will second this. However I know from an inside source they will not be restocking any of their clothing, so once its gone, its gone. Also, even if they have left over stock, it will NOT go on sale. Thats across the board (HBC).

Also.. for those you wanting red gloves, if you actually find a pair still, thank your lucky stars! buy them, because almost every store in canada is sold out of these.

On a side note, I just picked up the black jacket the athletes wear. (well theres are red, but the red are unavailable to the public.) I do enjoy the jacket and it was worth the 100$ imho. A keepsake of the VAN CA olympics if you will...

A msg to ppl on the edge, a question for you:

Do you want to wait until the next olympics are in Canada to try and buy some olympic wear 15-20+ years from now?

[GVRtrader]

I will second this. However I know from an inside source they will not be restocking any of their clothing, so once its gone, its gone. Also, even if they have left over stock, it will NOT go on sale. Thats across the board (HBC).

Also.. for those you wanting red gloves, if you actually find a pair still, thank your lucky stars! buy them, because almost every store in canada is sold out of these.

On a side note, I just picked up the black jacket the athletes wear. (well theres are red, but the red are unavailable to the public.) I do enjoy the jacket and it was worth the 100$ imho. A keepsake of the VAN CA olympics if you will...

A msg to ppl on the edge, a question for you:

Do you want to wait until the next olympics are in Canada to try and buy some olympic wear 15-20+ years from now?

Yeah i notice the selection being quite bad at quite a few locations. Some items are only in stock @ either S or XL+. Most M-L stock seems to be gone by now. Don't get why they don't get more stock as some items still have demand. Good thing i didn't cheap out on the gloves i guess... i figure $10 was cheap and they wouldn't be much cheaper. Still waiting for the Jersey to be sub 50 but if Canada gets to the final, i guess i'll just spend time trying to hunt it down instead of looking at price.:cheesygri

[a in yul]

I will second this. However I know from an inside source they will not be restocking any of their clothing, so once its gone, its gone. Also, even if they have left over stock, it will NOT go on sale. Thats across the board (HBC).

Also.. for those you wanting red gloves, if you actually find a pair still, thank your lucky stars! buy them, because almost every store in canada is sold out of these.

On a side note, I just picked up the black jacket the athletes wear. (well theres are red, but the red are unavailable to the public.) I do enjoy the jacket and it was worth the 100$ imho. A keepsake of the VAN CA olympics if you will...

A msg to ppl on the edge, a question for you:

Do you want to wait until the next olympics are in Canada to try and buy some olympic wear 15-20+ years from now?

tons of mittens available at the St JEan Zellers; by the front entrance...


The mittens are everywhere. It's the hoodies that nobody can track down =[

[LonesomeDove]

If you are looking for those $50 hoodies at the Bay Downtown Vancouver, they don't have a single one.

BTW, there was 1/2 a block line-up to get in the store at 11:30 pm!
And was it ever busy, about 50-75 lined up to pay at the cashier. And the whole place was messed up with stuff on the floor.

[nvlizzy]

If you are looking for those $50 hoodies at the Bay Downtown Vancouver, they don't have a single one.

BTW, there was 1/2 a block line-up to get in the store at 11:30 pm!
And was it ever busy, about 50-75 lined up to pay at the cashier. And the whole place was messed up with stuff on the floor.

Another thing with those hoodies is watch the sizes. I fit into a boys 14 quite easily, if anything it is loose. I picked up a red girl's 14 by mistake and it's way too tight! I am trying to trade it with someone on craigslist but so far no go! I've had stupid people offer me $20 - $30 for it though-it's still NWT, I could take it back, why would I give it to them for less than it cost?

[KiKI_Mouse]

I am looking for team Ukraine clothing. I called the Bay downtown Van and they have jackets with hoods and they are $439!

If somebody sees that the international stuff is on sale please post.

[ForeverBlue]

Does any know if and when the HBC DT is gonna end up having more Canada scarves (the ones shown on the athletes during Opening Ceremonies)? I've gone down 3 times and each time they have none. This is so frustrating...if it's such a best selling item, they should really restock daily. :(

[256qam]

Was at Metrotown yesterday and saw that Sportchek was selling 2010 gear for BOGO 50% off. No mittens or any of the Team Canada stuff, so jerseys are not included, but it looks like they carry gear from the Vancouver2010.com store.

Don't know if this sale is particular to that store only or more but they had a lot of sizes last I saw.

[icedtee]

Was at Metrotown yesterday and saw that Sportchek was selling 2010 gear for BOGO 50% off. No mittens or any of the Team Canada stuff, so jerseys are not included, but it looks like they carry gear from the Vancouver2010.com store.

Don't know if this sale is particular to that store only or more but they had a lot of sizes last I saw.

I'm guessing their entertainment coupon won't be stackable with this?

[a in yul]

the bay rockland has quite a lot of stock, 50% childrens, 30% ladies and 20% mens stuff;

no red or black logo tops though, lots of hoodies, hats, mitts, and misc other items..

[FlyingSoLow]

Clothes have been manufactured and sold for decades now. Yet it's surprising that they always run out of Mediums first. :confused: You think they'd learn to alter their production...

[DIODIO]

I will second this. However I know from an inside source they will not be restocking any of their clothing, so once its gone, its gone. Also, even if they have left over stock, it will NOT go on sale. Thats across the board (HBC).

Also.. for those you wanting red gloves, if you actually find a pair still, thank your lucky stars! buy them, because almost every store in canada is sold out of these.

On a side note, I just picked up the black jacket the athletes wear. (well theres are red, but the red are unavailable to the public.) I do enjoy the jacket and it was worth the 100$ imho. A keepsake of the VAN CA olympics if you will...

A msg to ppl on the edge, a question for you:

Do you want to wait until the next olympics are in Canada to try and buy some olympic wear 15-20+ years from now?

Have you ever ask your inside source to get you a sales department job for HBC? It does seem that you're pretty good at it with your points! :lol:

[ForeverBlue]

FYI for those looking for some clothes and mitts, the HBC DT in Van has a 5th floor level that I discovered yesterday to still have some CANADA tshirts and clothes and red mitts, but the L size for the adult mitts are gone.

I'm still on the hunt for a Canada scarf... :(

[zod]

I was in the downtown edmonton HBC. Nothing but jr sizes on everything.

I kinda wished I'd pulled the trigger on a hoodie last week.

They really seem to have underestimated demand.. running out at the beginning of the olympics doesn't seem all that good.

but I suppose after the ugly beijing clothing, and the low demand, it would of been hard to estimate demand this year.

[Keiichi]

I will second this. However I know from an inside source they will not be restocking any of their clothing, so once its gone, its gone. Also, even if they have left over stock, it will NOT go on sale. Thats across the board (HBC).

Also.. for those you wanting red gloves, if you actually find a pair still, thank your lucky stars! buy them, because almost every store in canada is sold out of these.

On a side note, I just picked up the black jacket the athletes wear. (well theres are red, but the red are unavailable to the public.) I do enjoy the jacket and it was worth the 100$ imho. A keepsake of the VAN CA olympics if you will...

A msg to ppl on the edge, a question for you:

Do you want to wait until the next olympics are in Canada to try and buy some olympic wear 15-20+ years from now?

Acutally the red ones are available to the public. I bought my black one when it first came out and the next time I went, they only had red ones.

The black one looks better in my opinion.

[Narci]

I am looking for team Ukraine clothing. I called the Bay downtown Van and they have jackets with hoods and they are $439!

If somebody sees that the international stuff is on sale please post.

The Nike store seems to have more international stuff then anywhere else.

In Van, the nike store in metrotown even has team china hockey jersey's.

[flashx]

Zeller's in Lansdowne, Richmond has different sizes of mittens left. Got a couple more for my parents. There's still like about 50 of each size from Youth to Adult L-XL as of 7PM last night. But no more hoodies or adults apparel for sure. They had a new shipment of toques too last night. Probably gone by now.

[nvlizzy]

Please Mum has 50% their entire store right now. This includes the kids Olympic merchandise- I was in Park Royal and they had all sizes in stock.
They don't offer them online but the 2010 store has some stock so you can get an idea of what they look like:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/kids/vancouver-2010-please-mum-authentic-aboriginal-printed-fleece-hoodie-for-babies/prodFLPR16056.html

or for pictures with no prices:

http://www.pleasemum.com/

[chump]

Seriously off topic, but does anyone know who the model is in the HBC ad for that sweater? Or even what ethnicity she is?

http://www.hbc.com/en/index.html

http://www.mywestworld.com/wp-content/uploads/P13500521.JPG

I believe that I would buy that sweater if she asked me to. :razz:

Not sure why she doesn't appear as one of the models on the 50 foot building wrap at the HBC downtown.


ETA: changed "nationality" to "ethnicity" as I'm going to go ahead and assume Canadian for nationality.


I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

[deezz]

Seriously off topic, but does anyone know who the model is in the HBC ad for that sweater? Or even what nationality she is?


In that picture, those moose antlers looks like fingers, of hands....groping her from behind lol

[Sgt_Strider]

Any suggestions on some must-have merchandise? I'm looking to add some stuff into my collection. I don't want to buy something I won't appreciate 10 years down the line.

[Kwik-E-Mart]

Any word on the possible auction on items at the Olympic Village after the party's over?

[Francis21]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

How Much was this sweater anyway? Does it come in Mens/Boys?

Any details on that model would also be appreciated. Hawt Dayam.

[terranaj98]

FYI for those looking for some clothes and mitts, the HBC DT in Van has a 5th floor level that I discovered yesterday to still have some CANADA tshirts and clothes and red mitts, but the L size for the adult mitts are gone.

I'm still on the hunt for a Canada scarf... :(


Canada scarf. RIGHT NOW 50% I believe.. i'm not too sure but worth a shot.

London Drugs DT 50% all olympic merch.. (some arent included so you should ask)
The scarf is in the middle of the store for $10 bucks i think $20 original price.
I would hurry down there cause its mob like.

[Amuse]

Anybody know where I can find the Sumi hat in this picture? The green one with the three horns? Or the Quatchi hat?
I went to a couple LD's but couldn't find it.

If you have an extra new one, I don't mind paying you for it.
If you live in Vancouver and see one in LD, help me buy a Sumi hat

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/7939/hatsa.jpg

[ClemixMedia]

if anyone has a men size L or XL, i will pay 200 for it...

http://images.craigslist.org/3k23ob3lc5Tf5Sc5R9a2f328d03d956cb1f4f.jpg

[nvlizzy]

Anybody know where I can find the Sumi hat in this picture? The green one with the three horns? Or the Quatchi hat?
I went to a couple LD's but couldn't find it.

If you have an extra new one, I don't mind paying you for it.
If you live in Vancouver and see one in LD, help me buy a Sumi hat

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/7939/hatsa.jpg

London Drugs Park Royal had all three hats this morning.

[atong]

Anybody know where I can find the Sumi hat in this picture? The green one with the three horns? Or the Quatchi hat?
I went to a couple LD's but couldn't find it.


I saw these at T&T supermarket at all places a couple days ago, so you might want to try there.

[Shar]

I didn't see the $50 giant Muk Muks at Marble Maple at Waterfront. They were actually next door at Gastown Photo. There were a bunch of them in the window.

A bunch of other Olympic odds and ends were also discounted. These coin sets (http://www.mint.ca/store/coin/vancouver-2010-%13-skier-coin-collection-prod240046?pCatId=cat170010) were $15. Some of the smaller plushes had $5-$10 discounts. There were a lot of little items, but I can't remember exactly what was there.

[jordanr1987]

i was in the zellers at masonville mall today
there was 3-4 bins of the olympic gloves @ $10 a pair

i will be glad to buy/ship some for a small extra fee :cheesygri

[cho1104]

How Much was this sweater anyway? Does it come in Mens/Boys?

Any details on that model would also be appreciated. Hawt Dayam.

Got this at the Bay Edmonton South Gate Mall today. I got the boy size 10-12. $75 and the lady allowed me to use SPC for extra 10% off.

It should come in Men sizes too, but all sold out.

Only girls and boys 7-8 and 10-12 left everywhere. (I got the second last boy 10-12 in that store). Don't know why.

Actually the boy 10-12 is bigger than the girl one. It fits me perfectly! (I am a grown up female):cheesygri

[way2quik]

Does anybody know if I can return olympic items to the Bay?
This softshell red hoodie doesn't quite fit me. It feels funny around the shoulders. Otherwise, I'd have to sell. :(

[chump]

There are two different but similar types of mascot hats. You'll notice that the ones listed are different than the ones on the vancouver2010.com website.

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/toques/catapparel-cattoques-p1.html


Anybody know where I can find the Sumi hat in this picture? The green one with the three horns? Or the Quatchi hat?
I went to a couple LD's but couldn't find it.

If you have an extra new one, I don't mind paying you for it.
If you live in Vancouver and see one in LD, help me buy a Sumi hat

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/7939/hatsa.jpg

[cho1104]

Does anybody know if I can return olympic items to the Bay?
This softshell red hoodie doesn't quite fit me. It feels funny around the shoulders. Otherwise, I'd have to sell. :(
copied this from HBC online store:
Due to high anticipated volumes of inquiries, NO refunds will be processed from December 10, 2009, to January 4, 2010, or during the month of February, 2010.

Please note that returns or exchanges of merchandise purchased at the Olympic Store at hbc.com will only be issued through the Hbc Olympic online store. Returns or exchanges will not be issued through any physical Hbc outlet, such as Zellers or the Bay. Alternatively, we are unable to accept any returns or exchanges of merchandise purchased at physical Hbc locations.

Returns and Exchanges
The Olympic Store at hbc.com does not accept returns or exchanges on the following items:

Any merchandise returned 60 days or more after the date of delivery
Any product missing the serial number or UPC
Jewelry
Collectible coins from Royal Canadian Mint
Headwear
Items that have been laundered or altered in any way
Volume orders over $1,000 placed through customer service. Once a customer confirms a volume order invoice, payment is processed and the order cannot be cancelled, amended or exchanged.

I assume you can return the item to the store even during Feb.

[way2quik]

Thanks for the quick reply.
I also read that too minutes ago at the olympic online store.
Strangely, the policy applies to the online store. I would assume it'd be the same at the physical The Bay store.
I'll find out tomorrow.

[love a deal]

Thanks for the quick reply.
I also read that too minutes ago at the olympic online store.
Strangely, the policy applies to the online store. I would assume it'd be the same at the physical The Bay store.
I'll find out tomorrow.

We were able to return something that was bought at a store (The Bay) back to the store just yesterday. However, I am in Ontario.

[Madchester]

Another thing with those hoodies is watch the sizes. I fit into a boys 14 quite easily, if anything it loose.

The larger Boys' sizes definitely overlap with the Mens' S/M range. I found this Boys 14-16 hoodie just lying on its own at the Bay/Bloor West End store... and bought it. Went over to the Olympic section, and there's no adult sizes left.... let alone larger Boys/Girls sizes available.

P.S.... they have some discounted Olympic merchandise on the 4th floor. Everyone was going bonkers in the Olympic section that they didn't pay attention to that sign. Found a 1/2 price black puffy vest with the Canadian Olympic patch on the front, and the "C" logo patch on the back

[CSAgent]

There are mitts on Craigslist Toronto going for $30.. LMAO!

Don't they know there are bins and bins and bins upon bins of them at Zellers and The Bay?

Mississauga SQ1 had so many!

[Canada_7]

Anything for Toronto?

[nvlizzy]

BTW, I was talking one of the employees who make the mascot stuffies and the ones with the little red mittens send proceeds to our athletes also, just like the human sized mittens.

[bugsee]

All made in China.

Sad really. So cheaply made, I took gloves back after I used them once when the stitching came undone.

No deals here.

[mh009]

All made in China.

Sad really. So cheaply made, I took gloves back after I used them once when the stitching came undone.

No deals here.

I hear ya....
There was made in Canada clothing (blue size tags) that was mixed in with the made in China ones (black size tags). Picked up my canadian made sweaters in Jan. Last time I saw Canadian made things were during the week Olympics started.

[deezz]

I hear ya....
There was made in Canada clothing (blue size tags) that was mixed in with the made in China ones (black size tags). Picked up my canadian made sweaters in Jan. Last time I saw Canadian made things were during the week Olympics started.

COooOOoool tip!! I just checked my black hoodie that I picked up last saturday and sure enough, blue Made in Canada tag baby!! nice :D

[craftsman]

Heard on the news that the Bay downtown will be open 24 hours soon in order to deal with the 1 hour line ups... Somehow, I think if they are going to open 24 hours, they will be getting in more stock to sell...

[LoneI2anger]

Heard on the news that the Bay downtown will be open 24 hours soon in order to deal with the 1 hour line ups... Somehow, I think if they are going to open 24 hours, they will be getting in more stock to sell...
WOW!!! that would be insane!

by the amount of people that are still out around that area at 2, i wouldnt be surprised if there were line ups all night, given that i bet itd be probably less than half an hours wait

[CSAgent]

I feel really bad for you guys in Vancouver, not only do you have to deal with the local population for Team Canada gear, but also visitors from the world over.

Here in Toronto the mittens are everywhere at all the Zellers and The Bay. And I have confirmation from a The Bay manager of more shipments coming in next week.

[night_sky]

Hope this isn't a repost, I didn't go through the whole thread.

London Drugs at Robson and ... I forget ... close to Moxie's, had all Olympic merch at 50% off. They had various sizes of stuffed mascot dolls, keychains, slippers, fridge magnets... I just bought those damn keychains at $10 apiece at the Olympic Superstore, and now I have a new set at $4.50 apiece. 12" Quatchi doll was selling for $16. The 6" set of 4 was selling for $30 (was selling at $60 just down the street!) and there are mountains. I was there a couple hours ago, they had plenty of stuff left.

edit: frick, it IS a repost, but it deserves mention as there were still tons left and you should get them!

edit 2: there were also hats.

[Canada_7]

Hope this isn't a repost, I didn't go through the whole thread.

London Drugs at Robson and ... I forget ... close to Moxie's, had all Olympic merch at 50% off. They had various sizes of stuffed mascot dolls, keychains, slippers, fridge magnets... I just bought those damn keychains at $10 apiece at the Olympic Superstore, and now I have a new set at $4.50 apiece. 12" Quatchi doll was selling for $16. The 6" set of 4 was selling for $30 (was selling at $60 just down the street!) and there are mountains. I was there a couple hours ago, they had plenty of stuff left.

I see that you're located in Ontario...but when I googled Olympic Superstore it gave me Vancouver...so I assume you're over on the west coast at the moment?

[Squeeky]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction. In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

You will get to pick through all the junk nobody wants.

[ADBAWG]

I feel really bad for you guys in Vancouver, not only do you have to deal with the local population for Team Canada gear, but also visitors from the world over.

Here in Toronto the mittens are everywhere at all the Zellers and The Bay. And I have confirmation from a The Bay manager of more shipments coming in next week.

Most of that stock and in-transit stock will be re-allocated and transferred to the Vancouver Olympic superstore and other Bay and Zellers in the GVR. Doesn't make sense for manufacturers to produce new stock when there is lots in other areas as you have pointed out.

[Longobongo]

Is the black/red jacket with diamond stitching that the athletes wear hard to find in Mississauga? Just fyi, the black jackets are selling for just over 200+ on eBay...

[narmy]

Is the black/red jacket with diamond stitching that the athletes wear hard to find in Mississauga? Just fyi, the black jackets are selling for just over 200+ on eBay...

Looking for the same in Edmonton.

[craftsman]

Most of that stock and in-transit stock will be re-allocated and transferred to the Vancouver Olympic superstore and other Bay and Zellers in the GVR. Doesn't make sense for manufacturers to produce new stock when there is lots in other areas as you have pointed out.

Don't forget that the Vancouver superstore will be open past the Olympics to service the Paralympic games as well.

[1pinecone]

Just got back from Bay at Queen/Yonge and Bloor/Yonge (also been to Markville and Fairview). Nothing is in stock for adults - only random sizes and women's XXL or men's hockey jerseys in S. Everything red is gone...quite crazy!

All the mitts and hoodies are children's size.

Sale demands have exceeded their expectations, but they'd probably profit if do they do a re-order of stock. Customers happy, and they probably will profit like crazy.

[LonesomeDove]

It does not make business sense to continue make items for a event that will be soon over.

A London Drugs manager said the event is like any seasonal event, once it is over everything will be on sale.

[Madchester]

The HBC is keeping mum on its stocking/re-stocking strategy:

http://www.niagarafallsreview.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2456536


"But a company representative couldn't arrange for a spokesperson to comment on how serious the shortage of Canada hoodies and other Olympic apparel is, how widespread the practice of westerners 'importing' them from Ontario, and whether inventories from Ontario stores are being shipped west to fill the demand in and around the Olympic host city. "

If you can fit into one of the larger girls/boys hoodies... go for it. They only lack a drawstring around the hood - but they're otherwise identical with the adult ones. $10 cheaper MSRP too.

[PCDawg]

Is the black/red jacket with diamond stitching that the athletes wear hard to find in Mississauga? Just fyi, the black jackets are selling for just over 200+ on eBay...

Pretty much sold out everywhere.

[Charms]

For these kinds of things, you really do need to buy before the event starts. Once people see which items the athletes wear during the opening ceremonies and on the podium, you can pretty much guarantee that there will be a run for them.

[Yankees 1903]

For these kinds of things, you really do need to buy before the event starts. Once people see which items the athletes wear during the opening ceremonies and on the podium, you can pretty much guarantee that there will be a run for them.

Not true, the demand for the Summer 2008 Beijing Olympics clothing line was low no matter what the athletes were wearing. Zellers was trying to clear out their stock at huge discounts because no one was buying. I also don't remember demand this high during the 2006 Torino Olympics. HBC actually put out some nice pieces this time around along with the Olympics being held in Vancouver has really upped demand. Lets hope HBC gets it right for London 2012 and Sochi 2014.

[ClemixMedia]

Is the black/red jacket with diamond stitching that the athletes wear hard to find in Mississauga? Just fyi, the black jackets are selling for just over 200+ on eBay...
I went to 7 different bay stores in a day just for this lol.. but no lock..every sales i asked said they will not be re stocking...

[ricsad]

the beijing clothes were horrible... even though I was there for the olympics I wouldn't wear their clothes. The Canada ones on the other hand are pretty good; especially the selection for girls.

[zod]

I went to 7 different bay stores in a day just for this lol.. but no lock..every sales i asked said they will not be re stocking...

yah its brutal. its too bad they didn't leave an option in place to make more if the demand was there.

Every Bay/Zellers I've been in.. people are looking through the tattered remains of the olympic section in total bewilderment..

I'm sure the Bay is kicking themselves too. Most of the shelves have been bare since the olympics started (or within a few days). All these people keep going into their stores just itching to spend their money, and they can't.

Sure the Bay probably made a good chunk of cash on this.. but they could of made alot more.

I wonder if they'd do a limited run after the olympics?

[LonesomeDove]

The Vancouver Bay Superstore downtown have a good selection of clothing. Though no hoodies.

if you want to brave the huge line-up.

[Longobongo]

Yea, I suppose they probably won't be restocking cause once they manage to create more inventory, the games will already be over.

[Yankees 1903]

yah its brutal. its too bad they didn't leave an option in place to make more if the demand was there.

Every Bay/Zellers I've been in.. people are looking through the tattered remains of the olympic section in total bewilderment..

I'm sure the Bay is kicking themselves too. Most of the shelves have been bare since the olympics started (or within a few days). All these people keep going into their stores just itching to spend their money, and they can't.

Sure the Bay probably made a good chunk of cash on this.. but they could of made alot more.

I wonder if they'd do a limited run after the olympics?

This is the second Olympics in a row that HBC has been completely off in predicting demand for their clothing. In 2008 they overestimated and had too much of that cheap looking junk displayed in Zellers and The Bay store and eventually had to have huge discounts. This time they underestimated and are left short and not reaping in the benefits of huge sales. It's not like the Olympics comes to Canada very often, HBC won't have a opportunity like this for a long time. They need to take some lessons from Wal Mart when it comes to inventory.

[PCDawg]

the beijing clothes were horrible... even though I was there for the olympics I wouldn't wear their clothes. The Canada ones on the other hand are pretty good; especially the selection for girls.

+1

HBC's 2008 Beijing clothing line were atrocious. They knew that they had to make more modern looking clothes and follow the lines of what Roots had for the Nagano games.

The new clothing line worked well and that was why they were selling well.

[1pinecone]

Friend just picked up a pair of Adult S/M red mittens for me. Said there was lots at the Eglington Square location with adult sized mitts.

[Canada_7]

Posted this in the Official Olympics thread:

It's absolutely impossible to find that Canada hoodie. There seems to PLENTY of boys size 7/8 though for whatever reason though. Can't find that anywhere though as RFDers you all probably knew that already :lol: . Went to 3 different Bays here in the GTA (Markville, STC, Hillcrest) to look for some stuff in addition to the Olympic apparel. It's nothing GREAT in particular but I want it (I actually have way too many hoodies, though the hoodie's simplicity is nice)...and I fell through and bidded on one on eBay. Gonna cost me :( .


If you can fit into one of the larger girls/boys hoodies... go for it. They only lack a drawstring around the hood - but they're otherwise identical with the adult ones. $10 cheaper MSRP too
Like I just said above, even the the largest boys sizes are gone :lol: .


lol pants with one leg.

That's kinda pushing it... :mad:

[PCDawg]

This is the second Olympics in a row that HBC has been completely off in predicting demand for their clothing. In 2008 they overestimated and had too much of that cheap looking junk displayed in Zellers and The Bay store and eventually had to have huge discounts. This time they underestimated and are left short and not reaping in the benefits of huge sales. It's not like the Olympics comes to Canada very often, HBC won't have a opportunity like this for a long time. They need to take some lessons from Wal Mart when it comes to inventory.

Roots also underestimated during the 88 Nagano olympics. They didnt expect their clothing to sellout and actually started a rush order just before the olympics. Knew someone that were doing some pieces for Roots (scarfs and poor boy caps) and they made a killing. From what i heard they also started production for this olympics as well just before it started to meet the demand.

[mogmatt]

I went to 7 different bay stores in a day just for this lol.. but no lock..every sales i asked said they will not be re stocking...


too bad. i am on the hunt for one too. i read in another post that only the black version of the diamond stitched jacket (the one the athletes wear on the podium) is available to public. Is the red one really not available?

[mushroom]

The Vancouver Bay Superstore downtown have a good selection of clothing. Though no hoodies.

if you want to brave the huge line-up.

we went earlier this week when we were in vancouver, they only have 2XL hoodies when we were there... very disappointing... we went across the street to london drugs and bought a bunch of postcards/magnets/pins for 25% off instead...

[LonesomeDove]

we went earlier this week when we were in vancouver, they only have 2XL hoodies when we were there... very disappointing... we went across the street to london drugs and bought a bunch of postcards/magnets/pins for 25% off instead...

50% off now.

[Dangard Ace]

I've been looking for the Men's Team Canada 1/2 Zipper fleece since last weekend RFD said that there was a Valentines day sale. No Bay's had the Red/Black in stock, found a few for women and tons for kids. Not even the alternate White/Black. It was only on Thursday when I decided to hit the some Zellers in the less affluent areas that I found the White/Black ones and in my size (not 2XXL)!

[ClemixMedia]

too bad. i am on the hunt for one too. i read in another post that only the black version of the diamond stitched jacket (the one the athletes wear on the podium) is available to public. Is the red one really not available?

athletes will autograph on the red ones and will be up for auction when olympic is over.

[canukeneh]

All made in China.

Sad really. So cheaply made, I took gloves back after I used them once when the stitching came undone.

No deals here.


Everything is made in China now adays. Get use to it, or don't buy anything. Nobody manufactures their own stuff anymore, not even the high end brands. So saying you won't buy something made in China is stupid. Half the stuff in your house is made in China and you don't even know it.

[mark!]

24" Mukmuk plush is $50 at the YVR airport Virgin store. At least 6 in stock.

[crazycoward]

Not true, the demand for the Summer 2008 Beijing Olympics clothing line was low no matter what the athletes were wearing. Zellers was trying to clear out their stock at huge discounts because no one was buying. I also don't remember demand this high during the 2006 Torino Olympics. HBC actually put out some nice pieces this time around along with the Olympics being held in Vancouver has really upped demand. Lets hope HBC gets it right for London 2012 and Sochi 2014.

thats true but your missing one thing. 2008 was in China and they were selling in canada.

2010 is in canada and they're selling in canada. that makes quite a big difference because it's not just chinese people buying anymore, it's the entire country.

[uber_uter]

thats true but your missing one thing. 2008 was in China and they were selling in canada.

2010 is in canada and they're selling in canada. that makes quite a big difference because it's not just chinese people buying anymore, it's the entire country.

I don't recall seeing Chinese people sporting the 2008 Olympic "Canada" wear.

[LOOSEWHEEL]

The Bay at Square One had a ton of the black diamond quilted jackets Thursday. Went there Friday before noon and there were none. I asked the CSR and she said all the inventory was shipped to Vancouver. It's not like there is no demand here. I'm curious behind the logic unless they sell them there for substantially more??? :confused:

[ClemixMedia]

The Bay at Square One had a ton of the black diamond quilted jackets Thursday. Went there Friday before noon and there were none. I asked the CSR and she said all the inventory was shipped to Vancouver. It's not like there is no demand here. I'm curious behind the logic unless they sell them there for substantially more??? :confused:

WTF WTF OMG OMG . lol. i went to square one as my final stop on thursday and i saw nothing. that was the day i went to 7 different bay... omg.. its not meant to be.:cry:

instead of shipping them to vancouver...they should have just shipped them to the other bay within the GTA area

[psyko514]

The Bay at Square One had a ton of the black diamond quilted jackets Thursday. Went there Friday before noon and there were none. I asked the CSR and she said all the inventory was shipped to Vancouver. It's not like there is no demand here. I'm curious behind the logic unless they sell them there for substantially more??? :confused:

Last weekend, a friend and I visited 6 different stores (Zellers and HBC) in 2 different cities (Montreal and Quebec). We were told the same thing everywhere. One store manager told us she decided not to ship the merchandise back right away and ended up selling $3700 worth on Saturday.

[digivore]

The Vancouver Bay Superstore downtown have a good selection of clothing. Though no hoodies.

if you want to brave the huge line-up.

It's true they do have a great selection! and they do have many hoodies! bought 2 of them as gifts.

I was just there today waiting in the line up around the building.
the security said the line would take an hour. but really only took half an hour.
As i was waiting, other staff was hanging signs indicating The Bay Olympic Superstore Downtown Vancouver is going to be open 24 hrs!

Also noticed that Hoodies are cheaper @ Canada Hockey place (GM place) while Jerseys are cheaper @ The Bay.

[zkyline]

It's true they do have a great selection! and they do have many hoodies! bought 2 of them as gifts.

I was just there today waiting in the line up around the building.
the security said the line would take an hour. but really only took half an hour.
As i was waiting, other staff was hanging signs indicating The Bay Olympic Superstore Downtown Vancouver is going to be open 24 hrs!

Also noticed that Hoodies are cheaper @ Canada Hockey place (GM place) while Jerseys are cheaper @ The Bay.

What kind of hoodies are you talking about?

[CSR]

http://www.ctvolympics.ca/news-centre/newsid=48285.html#marketing+red+turns+into+gold


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Red turns into gold
The Globe and Mail
By Rod Mickleburgh, Andrew Willis and Jane Armstrong, The Globe and Mail Posted Sunday, February 21, 2010 1:55 AM ET

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VANCOUVER - With half the Winter Games still to go, VANOC has already struck merchandising gold.

At HBC's main outlet for Olympic products, the crush of people lining up to buy is so large, store officials decided Saturday to keep doors open all night.

Other Bay stores across the country are shipping their remaining Games merchandise to Vancouver. Scores of extra staff have been hired to cope with the crowds outside HBC's "Olympic superstore" downtown, where sales are three times what the retail chain expected. "Anything red is selling like crazy," said Rich Gorman, regional vice-president.

[LonesomeDove]

I was near the Bay tonight at 11:00 pm and the line-up stretched down the block. Actually, the whole area was a mad house with huge crowds. Never seen anything like it before.

The hoodies for sale are not the ones everyone want. Not the ones with Canada on front and the Olympic Logo on left sleeve and 2010 logo on right sleeve.

The ones selling are cheaper looking and thinner. I don't recall Canada on them, just the Olympic logo on them on the front.


Last weekend, a friend and I visited 6 different stores (Zellers and HBC) in 2 different cities (Montreal and Quebec). We were told the same thing everywhere. One store manager told us she decided not to ship the merchandise back right away and ended up selling $3700 worth on Saturday.

They are shipping them because of the massive demand in Vancouver. It would not look good if the Bay store in Vancouver have empty shelves.

[jjboy]

Everything is made in China now adays. Get use to it, or don't buy anything. Nobody manufactures their own stuff anymore, not even the high end brands. So saying you won't buy something made in China is stupid. Half the stuff in your house is made in China and you don't even know it.

The reason that it is cheap is not because it is made in China. Rather, it is because how little HBC is willing to pay the manufacturers for these clothing.

And is it just me or is there some racial undertone to his comment?:confused:

[deezz]

The reason that it is cheap is not because it is made in China. Rather, it is because how little HBC is willing to pay the manufacturers for these clothing.

And is it just me or is there some racial undertone to his comment?:confused:

It's just you.

[Alex89]

Not everything is made in China. I bought some t-shirts with aboriginal art prints made in Canada. Great find, eh? Also bought a grey hoodie made in Canada. The matching pants, same fabric, however, were made in China. Weird!

[canabiz]

For people who wants the CANADA hoodies, keep in mind other retailers also sell those i.e Old Navy and Roots...not exactly the type or style that you may want but it serves the same purposes, nonetheless.

I am waiting for the ROOTS Canada collection to go on sale and if it does, I will grab one. Right now the CANADA hoody there is $70, we shall see what happens in a month or 2.

[psyko514]

They are shipping them because of the massive demand in Vancouver. It would not look good if the Bay store in Vancouver have empty shelves.

I understand the reason. I just think its silly that they don't have more stock. They're missing out on thousands of sales outside Vancouver.

[zod]

I understand the reason. I just think its silly that they don't have more stock. They're missing out on thousands of sales outside Vancouver.

i'd say 10's of thousands. I could understand underestimate demand. But I would think they'd have a backup plan, where they could make more at some point?

Most of the bay stores here were out of stock the day after the olympics started. I've stopped by a few since, and theres lots of dissapointed people.

I think the bay really dropped the ball.

[mrtvgame]

Yes, The Bay and their Chinese manufacturers dropped their balls.

[Madchester]

Yes, The Bay and their Chinese manufacturers dropped their balls.

Actually there's a mix of Made in Canada and China items. The former's tags contain blue text; the latter in black.

i.e., my hoodie has the blue Canadian tag, but my vest has the black China tag. I know some hoodies were made in China... so it depends on the production run of your item.


This makes the production shortage all the more odd.. since the HBC has (at least) two independent locations that can produce their current line. My 2 cents is that they want to sell as much apparel as they can to intl tourists in Vancouver first... Canadian buyers can still purchase them months later if the line is re-produed/re-distributed after the Games.

[1pinecone]

Wishful thinking, but I hope they re-introduce the line seeing as how much everyone loves the items. Profit for them.

[j62lee]

Wishful thinking, but I hope they re-introduce the line seeing as how much everyone loves the items. Profit for them.

Seeing as how they still have to get through the Paralympic games, I am hopeful they will make at least a couple more runs and keep stock up through the end of March.

Still looking for my Canada hoodie! None at the Olympic Superstore at 6:30am this morning :(

[craftsman]

Seeing as how they still have to get through the Paralympic games, I am hopeful they will make at least a couple more runs and keep stock up through the end of March.

Still looking for my Canada hoodie! None at the Olympic Superstore at 6:30am this morning :(

They probably will make a smaller run... HBC is probably trying to capitalize on all of those foreigners that are here right now. It seems everyone in Vancouver is Canadian right now!:razz::cheesygri:cheesygri

[st7860]

London Drugs on Granville still has tons of the:

huge quatchis
medium quatchis
medium sumis
keychains for all 4 mascots
sets of all 4 mascots($30, regular $6)

[Firestorm]

i'd say 10's of thousands. I could understand underestimate demand. But I would think they'd have a backup plan, where they could make more at some point?

Most of the bay stores here were out of stock the day after the olympics started. I've stopped by a few since, and theres lots of dissapointed people.

I think the bay really dropped the ball.

Definitely tens of thousands of sales. Entire city has caught Olympic fever. I want a CANADA hoodie dammit =(

[coolman217]

London Drugs on Granville still has tons of the:

huge quatchis
medium quatchis
medium sumis
keychains for all 4 mascots
sets of all 4 mascots($30, regular $6)

granville downtown??

[CN43]

The Olympic Superstore at Granville is absolutely packed...it seems impossible to get my hands on one of those zipper hoodies. At this rate, I doubt I can get my hands on one during the Olympics...does anyone know if they will continue selling these after the games?

[sfu_lifer]

The Olympic Superstore at Granville is absolutely packed...it seems impossible to get my hands on one of those zipper hoodies. At this rate, I doubt I can get my hands on one during the Olympics...does anyone know if they will continue selling these after the games?
Wasn't too bad when I was there this morning (at least the line wasn't going out the door). London Drugs nearby still had tons of merchandise.

[st7860]

granville downtown??

Yes.

Now they have a couple HUGE miga's, $230 regular $330, and huge sumi's, $230 reuglar $330, and still TONS of 10 inch migas/sumis for $30 half price so $15.

and tons of the 4 packs for $30 regular $60. (these are 8.5 inches each)

and some ear muffs or something, and misc. pins, and coffee cup holders.

they are at London Drugs at Granville and Georgia St, Downtown Vancouver, telephone: 604-448-4802

[coolman217]

Yes.

Now they have a couple HUGE miga's, $230 regular $330, and huge sumi's, $230 reuglar $330, and still TONS of 10 inch migas/sumis for $30 half price so $15.

and tons of the 4 packs for $30 regular $60. (these are 8.5 inches each)

and some ear muffs or something, and misc. pins, and coffee cup holders.

they are at London Drugs at Granville and Georgia St, Downtown Vancouver, telephone: 604-448-4802

thanks for the confirmation. it's too crowded though :(

[st7860]

thanks for the confirmation. it's too crowded though :(

yes. 1 hour ago, the scene outside of the london drugs store at Granville and Georgia is a zoo.

http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/3686/img6141b.jpg

[sfu_lifer]

yes. 1 hour ago, the scene outside of the london drugs store at Granville and Georgia is a zoo.

http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/3686/img6141b.jpg
Wow. WTH happened? I was there at 1pm and ZERO lineup and cash register lineup was maybe 3 deep. I didn't see the HUGE mascots though. I did buy the 13.5" Quatchi for $15 :cheesygri

[mogmatt]

anyone have a confirmed sighting of adult sized red mittens or the diamond-stitched quilted podium jacket in any Bay or Zellers store?

I was told that I might have luck at the eglinton+birchmount Zellers or the Yorkdale Bay, but I have not checked yet.

CAN2 USA3
GO CANADA GO!!!

[st7860]

Wow. WTH happened? I was there at 1pm and ZERO lineup and cash register lineup was maybe 3 deep. I didn't see the HUGE mascots though. I did buy the 13.5" Quatchi for $15 :cheesygri

i went in the morning around 11am, no large mascots. i went back around 4pm. so i guess they put them on display around 1 to 3pm. HUGE ones, as tall as a child. $239.

[hurric]

I went to the Bay at Lougheed mall and Coquitlam Centre and almost all shelves empty and nothing in red left at all. No merchandise was sad

[st7860]

I went to the Bay at Lougheed mall and Coquitlam Centre and almost all shelves empty and nothing in red left at all. No merchandise was sad

the bay and london drugs have been sending olympic merchandise to their downtown stores.

[statick]

I was able to get a womens black quilted jacket in XS on friday at fairview mall in Toronto, sold it next day for $50 more

[imnew]

anyone have a confirmed sighting of adult sized red mittens or the diamond-stitched quilted podium jacket in any Bay or Zellers store?

I was told that I might have luck at the eglinton+birchmount Zellers or the Yorkdale Bay, but I have not checked yet.

CAN2 USA3
GO CANADA GO!!!

Lots of the mittens in Mississauga at Erin Mills Towncentre...

[1pinecone]

anyone have a confirmed sighting of adult sized red mittens or the diamond-stitched quilted podium jacket in any Bay or Zellers store?

I was told that I might have luck at the eglinton+birchmount Zellers or the Yorkdale Bay, but I have not checked yet.

CAN2 USA3
GO CANADA GO!!!

Adult gloves at Eglinton Bay as of yesterday. Go!

[mogmatt]

Adult gloves at Eglinton Bay as of yesterday. Go!

I was at eglinton square this morning, and unfortunately nothing left but youth sizes :(

[Charms]

Not true, the demand for the Summer 2008 Beijing Olympics clothing line was low no matter what the athletes were wearing. Zellers was trying to clear out their stock at huge discounts because no one was buying. I also don't remember demand this high during the 2006 Torino Olympics. HBC actually put out some nice pieces this time around along with the Olympics being held in Vancouver has really upped demand. Lets hope HBC gets it right for London 2012 and Sochi 2014.

Neither collection was particularly good and, as many others have added, the 2008 collection was particularly bad. But if you recall from when Roots was the official partner...

[aaaaaa]

not sure if anyone has mentioned this, but...

Many zellars stores in the vancouver area still have a good amount of olympic merchandise.
Also, if you're downtown, before you wait in line for hours to get in to the bay, check out other stores selling the 2010 clothing, etc. If you go to gastown (from the waterfront skytrain for about 7 blocks along water st) there are tons of tourist shops selling olympic clothing. Some have quite good selections and have prices marked down from the full price you would pay at the bay. If you don't find what you're looking for, then maybe try the bay.

[1226]

Was at metrotown today and there was nothing at the Bay or Zellers in adult sizes. Very little in kids sizes.

[pol7416]

My experience is that Olympic gear (adult t-shirts) were put on sale prior to the Opening Ceremonies in Calgary at 30-40% off; on the HBC website said the sale did not apply to Vancouver stores.

In addition, I signed up for a HBC card, and got an extra 20% discount. Ended up with two long sleeved women's t-shirts for 24.00 incl tax with CANADA across the front.

Call friends/family in other cities and have them check their local stores for you.

Unlikely to see anything go on sale in Vancouver until after the Paralympics in March.:cheesygri

[pol7416]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction.

I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.

In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

Cost is starting to discount outside of Vancouver at both HBC/Zellers in Calgary.
I found the quality for the t-shirts at HBC to be excellent. Women's sizes has a lot of lycra for close fit. Washes up beautifully and isn't stiff nor itchy.

[pol7416]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

Sorry these are not my favourite so even on sale, I would not buy them. There were different patterns and child/adult sizes. See if friends or family in other cities carry them.

[craftsman]

the bay and london drugs have been sending olympic merchandise to their downtown stores.

Actually, I have it on good authority that London Drug's warehouse still has lots of stock. If the individual stores don't have it, they probably didn't order it. You can always get them to check their computer and order it in for you - either from the warehouse or from another store.

[craftsman]

not sure if anyone has mentioned this, but...

Many zellars stores in the vancouver area still have a good amount of olympic merchandise.
Also, if you're downtown, before you wait in line for hours to get in to the bay, check out other stores selling the 2010 clothing, etc. If you go to gastown (from the waterfront skytrain for about 7 blocks along water st) there are tons of tourist shops selling olympic clothing. Some have quite good selections and have prices marked down from the full price you would pay at the bay. If you don't find what you're looking for, then maybe try the bay.

Yep, lots of stores in Gastown with stock of official stuff. You can also go to the London Drugs in the old Woodward's building.

[pol7416]

YMMV

Canadian Tire has started to markdown Team Canada Hockey shirts, jerseys, hats in Adult mens and youths sizes.

Best option: check CT website for pricing in your province/area. Fastest access is to search for "Team Canada" in search box.

:cheesygri

[pol7416]

Anything outside Vancouver?
GTA seems to hold firm on prices.

I was looking for Team Russia jersey - even Nike online is sold out :(


Sportchek still has Russia jerseys, tshirts, ballcaps, adult sizes:

Nike Team Russia Replica Jersey Red
$129.99

Item Code #: 330719526

url: http://www.sportchek.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=3941951

there are other nations as well: USA Finland, Sweden Czech Republic, etc

Has Team Canada gear in infant and children's sizes
good luck, Canada!
:cheesygri

[Gwaiibird]

So...i've been looking everywhere for a zip "Canada" hoody..finally found one at the Bay downtown! (cream colored/red CANADA letters men's large)

now...through my travels this is my observations of store stock.
~lynn valley zellers...tons of red mittens all sizes....and other adult/kids olympic clothing - knit sweaters/Canada jackets..etc...but no hoodies
~park royal bay....limited adult olympic clothing....lots of kids clothing including hoodies
~metrotown bay/zellers...not much at all~!

lastly
...i talked an employee at zellers lynn valley who told me they are trying to get more clothing shipped from other stores this week...also i noticed that they had a huge pile of olympic clothing in their "returns" bin behind the desk at customer service.

..i talked for quite awhile to an employee at the bay downtown as i waited in the que to pay...i asked her about future shipments....she said that hoody stock is limited...but they were expecting this week a shipment of men's medium in black ...and men's large in red....she could not give me a date but said they were on their way~!

GO Canada GO!!

[Firestorm]

Thanks for the info Gwaiibird =)

[Madchester]

Bay/Bloor update:

*1 Boys 10/12 hoodie... basically a Mens XS or Womens S.
*Some Girls 10/12 (I remember 1 in yellow)... basically a Womens XS
*Mittens have been re-stocked; though they seem to be Youth sizes

So outside of the mittens; everything else hasn't been re-stocked since Friday

[deezz]

Went to the Bay Fashion Store and Bay Home Store on Sunday afternoon, in Richmond Hill - Hillcrest Mall.

Home Store - shelves damn near empty, except for black hats with the inukshuk on it. No hoodies. They had the white turtlenecks in men's and women's XL, XXL, and XS. Plenty of children's sizes, and plenty of stuffed aminals.

Fashion Store - just children sized clothing...I didn't take a long look, as I was looking for more hoodies.

Madchester - your pic kicks ***** :)

[Madchester]

^

Went to Hillcrest on Friday, and can confirm that there were tons of those white turtlenecks with CANADA on the front. (They frankly look ugly) They also had a ladies black quilted vest.... looks just like the regular one (COC logo on the front), but with a red plaid lumberjack pattern on the back shoulder area, with CANADA print stitched in. They also had a ton of commemorative Vancouver 2010 hockey sticks.

The Hillcrest Zellers closed down their original Olympic section; shrunk it and moved it by the cashiers (north end of the mall). Just tees and Vancouver 2010 caps left - I took the last CANADA cap. They were still trying to flog Beijing 2008 gear among the 2010 apparel.

N.B... I cropped out A LOT of the comic panel for my avatar... for obvious NSFW reasons.

[ruiner]

So...i've been looking everywhere for a zip "Canada" hoody..finally found one at the Bay downtown! (cream colored/red CANADA letters men's large)

[...]

i talked for quite awhile to an employee at the bay downtown as i waited in the que to pay...i asked her about future shipments....she said that hoody stock is limited...but they were expecting this week a shipment of men's medium in black ...and men's large in red....she could not give me a date but said they were on their way~!

GO Canada GO!!

Thanks for the info! I am looking for a men's large in red or white.. I'll be landing in Vancouver on the 24th. Maybe I'll get lucky! How are the line ups now at the bay? Last I heard on the news people were waiting 3 hours.. Ouch.

[kmchow]

Thanks for the info! I am looking for a men's large in red or white.. I'll be landing in Vancouver on the 24th. Maybe I'll get lucky! How are the line ups now at the bay? Last I heard on the news people were waiting 3 hours.. Ouch.
This coming Fri Feb26-28, the Bay Oly store will open 24hrs/day so you can look for a hoodie and other souvenirs at 3AM in the morning!

[psyko514]

Thanks for the info! I am looking for a men's large in red or white.. I'll be landing in Vancouver on the 24th. Maybe I'll get lucky! How are the line ups now at the bay? Last I heard on the news people were waiting 3 hours.. Ouch.

Awesome... I also arrive in Vancouver on the 24th from Montreal!

I passed by at The Bay in downtown Montreal this morning around 10:30 AM. They had a men's large in white on the rack right as I walked in!!! I bought it right away. It was the only one they had, though.

[ClemixMedia]

argg now i feel like using my aeropoints just to fly to vancouver for a day...

[BlueFusion]

As of yesterday afternoon, the London Drugs on Broadway and Cambie still had stacks and stacks of those mascot 4-packs. They had plenty of the other sizes too except for the larger Quatchis.

[DealsLookout]

Does anyone know how much is the Men's Black Quilted jacket that athlete wear?

Cheers.

[Firestorm]

If you're going to The Bay downtown, remember that the International Pavillion has some Canadian clothing as well. It's on the 5th floor and there's no lineup to get there. Just a lineup to check out. Try that before lining up for the Olympic Superstore.

[CSAgent]

Does anyone know how much is the Men's Black Quilted jacket that athlete wear?

Cheers.

Retail price is $100.

Retail prices of some other men's stuff that's on eBay for inflated gouging prices:

CANADA Toque with pom pom: $20
Mittens: $10
Soft shell jackets: $100
Zipped Hoodies: $50 men/women's; $40 kids
T-shirts: $20
Quilted jackets: $100

[DealsLookout]

Some ppl ads on Vancouver CL have been asking for the Soft shell jackets around $180+
For the Quilted jacket, they're asking for $200+ :evil:

Thanks CSAgent for the quick reply.


Retail price is $100.

Retail prices of some other men's stuff that's on eBay for inflated gouging prices:

CANADA Toque with pom pom: $20
Mittens: $10
Soft shell jackets: $100
Zipped Hoodies: $50 men/women's; $40 kids
T-shirts: $20
Quilted jackets: $100

[CSAgent]

Some ppl ads on Vancouver CL have been asking for the Soft shell jackets around $180+
For the Quilted jacket, they're asking for $200+ :evil:

Thanks CSAgent for the quick reply.

N/p.

I'm so glad I got my soft shell in November, when the merchandise was plentiful. A lot of people banked on The Bay having 50% off sales , which there will be (AFTER the games like they did for Beijing 2008), but the stuff people want will be gone and all the leftovers will be kids stuff and XXL sizes...

I'm just happy I got one of my friends from Toronto that's in Vancouver right now to pick up for me the tri color Canada beanie hat just now. My collection is complete! :D Side note, a lady at The Bay Square One today wanted to buy my scarf, the red/black flanel with giant CANADA letters on the other side, for $80. Retails for $20. I turned her down of course..heh.

[catastrophe]

Is the 50% off sale still on at The Bay? Does it include children's clothing too?

[bebe604]

Save on Foods Some Mascots are 50% off with Card beside it's the one in surrey

[craftsman]

I was just downtown today at 1:00 PM and the line ups for the HBC Superstore are much smaller than the weekend! They no longer go around the entire store!

[nvlizzy]

I was in Winners today (Lynn Valley) and they had a bunch of Vancouver 2010 Olympic jackets and hoodies for sale. They had a soft-shell "Elevate" ladies jacket in "Chill" blue for $19.99, a teal or brown hoodie with "sheep fleece" lined hood and Whistler on the arm for $16.99-also by Elevate. They had black 2010 shells for $24.99, heavier coats for $29.99, some long sleeved athletic shirts for $12.99. The cashier said they were flying off the rack and poitned to me the vast quantity of product in the HOLD closet. Pretty good deal considering Zellers 50 steps away were selling items for 3X as much[IMG]

www.elevatesport.ca

$16.99 Hoodie is called "Everest", $19.99 soft shell is called "Surge" and long sleeved $12.99 is called "Viator", $24.99 white jacket "Avison". You can check the website above-the images weren't posting for me.

[JumpinBug]

10pm last night there were tons of the Mascot 4 packs at London Drugs on Georgia, some were downstairs on the lower level. A few hundred boxes last night, I'd say. Not much else, still single mascots as well.

The London Drug at Park Royal still had plenty of options.

[Canada_7]

If ANYONE is able to find a men's small for the Olympic zipped hoodie ANYWHERE, I am willing to pay you extra to pick it up for me + shipping. PM me if you are able to do so.

[LOOSEWHEEL]

Some ppl ads on Vancouver CL have been asking for the Soft shell jackets around $180+
For the Quilted jacket, they're asking for $200+ :evil:


That's cheap. Average price for a quilted jacket is around $350US now. I've seen one go for over $400.

[miss_swan]

Bit the bullet and trained it downtown to the HBC store this evening ~ 9:30pm ... took the advice of firestorm and checked out the 5th floor first. Good idea ... didn't find what I wanted so I went back down.

Did see Tamara Taggart though ... not bad looking, a little haggard though (must have been a long day at the office :) )

Kevin Martin was standing at the corner talking to someone and some dude comes up him and high fives him saying something like "dude! you're the reason I watch curling! ... " Kevin was a little taken back but was smiling anyways, it's the Canadian pride thing of course.

Anyways, lineup seemed long and I was ready to wait an hour or so but it went really fast to my surprise. I was in the store in under 15 mins probably.

It was a bit of a zoo with that frantic energy you would expect. I nabbed a bunch of the kids mittens (only ones left AFAIK) and a toque. Paying was quick ... all in all it was a good experience. Could have been worse I suppose.

Word to the wise who don't much experience with the Skytrain. When it's busy ... never take Granville station Eastbound ... take it Westbound and come back. That way you have a waaaay better chance of getting a seat ... or the seat you want. Beats standing that's for sure and you're only waiting a couple of extra stops anyways.

I would think most people know this ... but it's good advice. Works for any downtown event.

[crazycoward]

...

Word to the wise who don't much experience with the Skytrain. When it's busy ... never take Granville station Eastbound ... take it Westbound and come back. That way you have a waaaay better chance of getting a seat ... or the seat you want. Beats standing that's for sure and you're only waiting a couple of extra stops anyways.

I would think most people know this ... but it's good advice. Works for any downtown event.

expect celebration of light when the cops force you out of the train at waterfront :P

any london drugs that still have miga or quatchi hats? (the ones with the ears/earmuffs) i can only find mukmuk.

[Elessar_44]

YMMV

Canadian Tire has started to markdown Team Canada Hockey shirts, jerseys, hats in Adult mens and youths sizes.

Best option: check CT website for pricing in your province/area. Fastest access is to search for "Team Canada" in search box.

:cheesygri

I noticed that as well, but I can't tell from the CT website if they are the official replicas (like from the official HBC website) or the crappy replicas with silkscreen logos and such. I'm not in the city either so I can't check in person.

[Fate]

I noticed that as well, but I can't tell from the CT website if they are the official replicas (like from the official HBC website) or the crappy replicas with silkscreen logos and such. I'm not in the city either so I can't check in person.

They're the crappy ones.

[KevC]

So... how difficult will it be to locate a soft shelled hoodie (red front, white/black sleeved) in Men's S?

Should I even bother asking a buddy in Vancouver to hunt one down for me, or will it be impossible to find?

In GTA perhaps?

[Elessar_44]

They're the crappy ones.

Ah ok. Thank you for the info :)

[marcXcore]

Does anyone know where to get the cowichan olympic sweater for men? I was hoping they'd still be in stores somewhere, but chances are slim, I'm sure.

[DarkZelda]

Does anyone know where to get the cowichan olympic sweater for men? I was hoping they'd still be in stores somewhere, but chances are slim, I'm sure.

I don't believe the Cowichan Tribes made any Olympic Sweaters, the Bay was suppose to sell the traditional ones along with the Olympic knockoffs. (Don't think that ever happened but I could be wrong)

http://www.marketingmag.ca/english/news/marketer/article.jsp?content=20100126_145059_5320

You can order an authentic Cowichan Sweater here:


http://www.judyhillgallery.com/cowichan_sweaters_hand_knit_hand_spun.html

BTW I don't believe you will get any reds in your sweater as they don't dye their wool.

[marcXcore]

Does anyone know where to get the cowichan style olympic sweater for men? I was hoping they'd still be in stores somewhere, but chances are slim, I'm sure.

Fixed.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

[syee99]

So... how difficult will it be to locate a soft shelled hoodie (red front, white/black sleeved) in Men's S?

Should I even bother asking a buddy in Vancouver to hunt one down for me, or will it be impossible to find?

In GTA perhaps?

There definitely isn't any in the Olympic Superstore in Vancouver. They've been sold out of those for almost a week now. You can always try Craigslist, but it's almost a 100% markup.

If there's any left at any stores, my guess is that they were probably packed up and shipped out to the Olympic superstore already. The place is a madhouse and there's a constant 30 minute wait to get in.

[yeungman]

So... how difficult will it be to locate a soft shelled hoodie (red front, white/black sleeved) in Men's S?

Should I even bother asking a buddy in Vancouver to hunt one down for me, or will it be impossible to find?

In GTA perhaps?
I've been trying to find one in Men's L for a over a week now. They're definitely sold out at all the stores in Greater Vancouver. There have been sporadic restocks, but you pretty much have to be waiting at the store when they put the jackets out, otherwise they get snapped up within 15 minutes.

I was in Kelowna over the weekend and they were sold out as well. I called both Calgary & Toronto... sold out.

Pretty much, your only hope is to have someone waiting in line at the Olympic Superstore (The Bay @ Downtown Vancouver) first thing in the morning everyday hoping for a restock. But as the previous poster said, there's always the Craigslist option at a marked up price. I've seen these jackets go for $150 (a $38 markup when you consider taxes). Whether you want to pay the scalpers the extra $$ all depends on what you think your time is worth.

[Madchester]

Today's finds at Yonge/Bloor just 20 mins ago:


*Youth CANADA trapper hat $20. Found it lying on the clothing rack on the 4th floor. My head's kinda too big for it, but I'm keeping it. Some lady saw with me the hat and asked me where I found it, - I just tapped the rack with my free hand and said "right here!" :lol

*Womens medium Black quilted jacket $100. Went back downstairs to the 2nd floor... and just as I was walking into the Olympic store, a store employee was putting the jacket on the rack. I just took it immediately, tried it on, and bought it with my hat.

I've yet to find any Men's clothing that fits me... but I'm lucky that I overlap into the Boys, Youth, and Womens' sizes. So yeah, keep checking your Bay stores... cuz they definitely have some stock here and there. I don't believe everything's been shipped to Vancouver.

I'll trade the trapper hat for a scarf.. even a youth scarf :wink



EDIT: On the 4th floor, there's a Girls red puffy vest... the one with the COC logo on the front and the "C" logo on the back shoulder. I believe it's the same size as a Womens XS/S. I got my boys vest for half price there ($50----> $25); MSRP for the adult vest is $70,

[CSAgent]

Today's finds at Yonge/Bloor just 20 mins ago:


*Youth CANADA trapper hat $20. Found it lying on the clothing rack on the 4th floor. My head's kinda too big for it, but I'm keeping it. Some lady saw with me the hat and asked me where I found it, - I just tapped the rack with my free hand and said "right here!" :lol



You have a really small head I take it. There's about 10 of these youth sized hats at Zellers Square One, they're all on the floor. I've been seeing these since this past Saturday.

The Bay Square One is picked clean, nothing in adults left - everything including mitts are all children size.

Went to Zellers Square One, everything is also picked clean, plenty of children stuff again. Saw 2 older ladies try to squeeze into boys stuff, it was funny yet sad at the same time seeing how desperate they are. :lol::|

And, plenty of youth trapper Canada hats. Mittens got a major restock in adults sizes but most of the Small/Mediums are gone.

This was 2 hours ago I would imagine they are all gone now too.

Crazy stuff going on for Team Canada gear, The Bay really dropped the ball this time around.

Call your friends in Vancouver, I managed to get my adult pom pom hat that way. I mass messaged people and now I'm going to have 4 hats when they come back later this week when all I wanted was only one, lol! D'oh!! :lol::(:lol:

[Fifster]

So... how difficult will it be to locate a soft shelled hoodie (red front, white/black sleeved) in Men's S?

Should I even bother asking a buddy in Vancouver to hunt one down for me, or will it be impossible to find?

In GTA perhaps?

Vancouver downtown location had quite a few this morning. A friend of mine went (lined up starting at 7:30am) and picked up 4 jackets for his family - a womens Small and Medium, and mens Large & Extra Large. Heard it was a madhouse in there though. No scarves or hoodies left.

[yogilo]

I was at the Bay @ downtown yesterday afternoon and it was a zoo! The line snaked past the Granville station entrance/exit on Seymour.

The Bay & Zellers @ Metrotown don't really have anything interesting. The Bay does have a couple of kids cowichan style sweater.

[CSAgent]

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs480.ash1/26277_683541276867_122607354_40661878_5404889_n.jp g

The line up at The Bay Superstore to check out all your TEAM CANADA gear!

It's like Boxing Day but 10 times worst!

[adwoodw]

I've yet to venture inside the Olympic Superstore during the olympics but I'm ok with that since I got all I wanted prior to the madness.

I was downtown yesterday and went to London Drugs and picked up the following all for half price.

2 x muckmuk keychains $4.50 each
1 x quatchi keychain $4.50 each
1 x keychain/pin combo (mukmuk) $6.49
1 x large quatchi with red mits $15.00
1 x medium quatchi with mits $8.00
1 x mukmuk keychain $4.50
1 x medium miga with red mits $8.00
1 x large mukmuk with red mits $12.49

We also got some postcards that ranged from $0.39 to $0.59 a piece.

Here are some photos around the Bay downtown from various dates.

Aftermath of violent protest on Feb 13. A protester protesting the protesters.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/February13201080Large.jpg


Lineup near the entrance Feb 13

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/February13201086Large.jpg

Lineups to get in Feb 13

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/February13201087Large.jpg

Photo looking inside from Georgia St window Feb 17th

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals46Large.jpg

Photo looking inside from Georgia St window Feb 17th

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals47Large.jpg

This is the lineup going around the block on Feb 17th

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals6Large.jpg

[craftsman]

Heard yesterday that the HBC Superstore may not be opening 24 hours due to crowd control issues late at night. It seems too much beer makes people want to shop....

[rogue]

Heard yesterday that the HBC Superstore may not be opening 24 hours due to crowd control issues late at night. It seems too much beer makes people want to shop....


Lol...too much beer usually makes people do lots of worse activities.

[catastrophe]

As of 5pm ish I saw that sweater as seen below for womens size medium for 100$ there was only one left. There was also a scarf that was brown with the maple leaf in white with the ends being white for 20$. It was seen in the Olympic clothing section at Zellers in Square One. Saw them in a cart with other Olympic children clothing.



http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

[enhanced]

Anyone think jerseys will go on clearance after or around the end of the Olympics? They have the Vancouver Olympic logo on it so they obviously can't save them for anything else.

[LanEvoVII]

They probably will but in XXL

[Canada_7]

Photo looking inside from Georgia St window Feb 17th

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals46Large.jpg

Photo looking inside from Georgia St window Feb 17th

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals47Large.jpg



If ANYONE is able to find a men's small for the Olympic zipped hoodie ANYWHERE, I am willing to pay you extra to pick it up for me + shipping. PM me if you are able to do so.

ANYONE? I'm also extending this offer to anyone that can get the Red Black and White hoodie in MEN'S SMALL in the above pictures. Anyone in Vancouver wanna help out?

[marcXcore]

As of 5pm ish I saw that sweater as seen below for womens size medium for 100$ there was only one left. There was also a scarf that was brown with the maple leaf in white with the ends being white for 20$. It was seen in the Olympic clothing section at Zellers in Square One. Saw them in a cart with other Olympic children clothing.

Thanks so much!
Leaving the office right after lunch tomorrow to check out a few stores.
Wish me luck!

[backcrack]

ANYONE? I'm also extending this offer to anyone that can get the Red Black and White hoodie in MEN'S SMALL in the above pictures. Anyone in Vancouver wanna help out?


Love to help you out, but guessing when they get restocked and such is a crapshoot. I live right by it, and to lineup 30 minutes everyday is time consuming. I'm looking for a quilted jacket, if i see your sweater i'll buy it and let u know!

[catastrophe]

Good luck! I forgot to mention there was also red coloured and black coloured wool sweaters with just the Olympic patch on the left arm for mens in size xsmall and small. I think they were..65$ or 40$? I dont remember the price :lol: About less than 10 were left. They were seen on the shelves by the tees that werent hung. There was a jersey too, looked like a large and I didn't look into the price though.
Good luck!


Thanks so much!
Leaving the office right after lunch tomorrow to check out a few stores.
Wish me luck!

[catastrophe]

My collection-to-date. Other than the mittens, I found everything since Friday.. in the GTA no less. The vest was the only discounted item; got it at half price.

I'm looking to trade my Women's Medium jacket for a Men's Small. Throw in a trapper hat or the Melton cap (rare, never available at HBC.com) for a scarf too!

Where did you get that vest for half off? WHATTT.

[Canada_7]

http://img105.imagevenue.com/aAfkjfp01fo1i-11613/loc215/80851_IMG_2357_122_215lo.JPG

My collection-to-date. Other than the mittens, I found everything since Friday.. in the GTA no less. The vest was the only discounted item; got it at half price.

I'm looking to trade my Women's Medium jacket for a Men's Small. Throw in a trapper hat or the Melton cap (rare, never available at HBC.com) for a scarf too!

What size is all that stuff? And where in the GTA?


Love to help you out, but guessing when they get restocked and such is a crapshoot. I live right by it, and to lineup 30 minutes everyday is time consuming. I'm looking for a quilted jacket, if i see your sweater i'll buy it and let u know!
Thanks :)

[Madchester]

Where did you get that vest for half off? WHATTT.

What size is all that stuff? And where in the GTA?

Friday:
*Boys vest 10/12 (fits like a Men's small) - $25 (half off), Bay B/Y 4F
*Boys hoodie 14/16 (fits like Men's small/medium) - $40, Bay B/Y 1F
*Melton cap, Zellers Richmond Hill

Today:
*Youth trapper hat - $20, Bay B/Y 4F
*Women Medium Black Quilted Jacket - $100, Bay B/Y 1F (if you followed my earlier post, I took it off the rack the moment the store employee put it on display)

That cougar cashier kept hitting on me and urging me to get a Bay card... could have gotten another 10% off today's purchases.

[catastrophe]

Was there anything good left? I want that vest and the sweater that says Canada. I might reach tomorrow to downtown and check it.


Friday:
*Boys vest 10/12 (fits like a Men's small) - $25 (half off), Bay B/Y 4F
*Boys hoodie 14/16 (fits like Men's small/medium) - $40, Bay B/Y 1F
*Melton cap, Zellers Richmond Hill

Today:
*Youth trapper hat - $20, Bay B/Y 4F
*Women Medium Black Quilted Jacket - $100, Bay B/Y 1F (if you followed my earlier post, I took it off the rack the moment the store employee put it on display)

That cougar cashier kept hitting on me and urging me to get a Bay card... could have gotten another 10% off today's purchases.

[Balanar08]

Damn I was at Yonge and Bloor, but forgot to stop by. Ughhh>:(

[Madchester]

Was there anything good left? I want that vest and the sweater that says Canada. I might reach tomorrow to downtown and check it.

There were at least 2 vests at B/Y. There's a red one equivalent to a Women's XS/S on 4F, and a black one on 1F.

There was also this red Women's fleece (medium?) that looked just like the CANADA hoodie. Except it's a fleece... lol.

[Canada_7]

Friday:
*Boys vest 10/12 (fits like a Men's small) - $25 (half off), Bay B/Y 4F
*Boys hoodie 14/16 (fits like Men's small/medium) - $40, Bay B/Y 1F
*Melton cap, Zellers Richmond Hill

Today:
*Youth trapper hat - $20, Bay B/Y 4F
*Women Medium Black Quilted Jacket - $100, Bay B/Y 1F (if you followed my earlier post, I took it off the rack the moment the store employee put it on display)

That cougar cashier kept hitting on me and urging me to get a Bay card... could have gotten another 10% off today's purchases.
FFS I had time to visit there after class today. *facepalm* Hope there's something left tomorrow. Was there anything left in the boys size that fits like a men's small (what I wear)?

[Balanar08]

Winners also had some Olympic clothing for 16.99 - 19.99 on their racks. :cheesygri

[catastrophe]

I bet they would be gone by now...I feel like i should go and check tomorrow anyways :lol:


There were at least 2 vests at B/Y. There's a red one equivalent to a Women's XS/S on 4F, and a black one on 1F.

There was also this red Women's fleece (medium?) that looked just like the CANADA hoodie. Except it's a fleece... lol.

[Canada_7]

I bet they would be gone by now...I feel like i should go and check tomorrow anyways :lol:

Please tell me you're shopping for FEMALE clothing...last thing I need is more competition to look for this stuff:lol:...I'm probably checking that place out after class tomorrow.

[catastrophe]

Is there anything in particular you're looking for? Maybe I can grab them for you if I do go. Or if you do go you can get something for me too if you find anything :]


Please tell me you're shopping for FEMALE clothing...last thing I need is more competition to look for this stuff:lol:...I'm probably checking that place out after class tomorrow.

[PrimeBane]

I so envy you folks finding stuff... DT Calgary doesn't seem to get anything new now. :(

[Canada_7]

Is there anything in particular you're looking for? Maybe I can grab them for you if I do go. Or if you do go you can get something for me too if you find anything :]

Basically the usual, the jacket and the hoodie (though the hoodie is higher on my list). Gonna try looking for the boys sizes since Madchester says the largest boy sizes fit like men's small(been to other Bays but none with large enough boy sizes; no need to even make a mention of the adult ones).

[catastrophe]

I got one of those pullover with the C on the left chest and would def prefer the zip up but didnt have my size at the Bay or Zellers. Yes i can fit in the largest kids size of course!


Basically the usual, the jacket and the hoodie (though the hoodie is higher on my list). Gonna try looking for the boys sizes since Madchester says the largest boy sizes fit like men's small(been to other Bays but none with large enough boy sizes; no need to even make a mention of the adult ones).

[ClemixMedia]

so are they actually restocking the stores around the GTA now?

[Madchester]

so are they actually restocking the stores around the GTA now?

My black quilted jacket was definitely a re-stock.

Only the 2nd time I'd see one in-store since the Olympics began. And the other one was being worn by some guy who walked past the Olympic store on Friday. :razz:

[ClemixMedia]

I think im going to be on a mission tomorrow. planning my route to visit at least 13 HBC stores

[Longobongo]

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1390/img2357w.jpg

My collection-to-date. Other than the mittens, I found everything since Friday.. in the GTA no less. The vest was the only discounted item; got it at half price.

I'm looking to trade my Women's Medium jacket for a Men's Small. Throw in a trapper hat or the Melton cap (rare, never available at HBC.com) for a scarf too!

damn, this pic makes me want get some things, HBC sure didn't anticipate the demand, have there been any official confirmation that they'll be restocking?

[BobSagget]

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1390/img2357w.jpg

My collection-to-date. Other than the mittens, I found everything since Friday.. in the GTA no less. The vest was the only discounted item; got it at half price.

I'm looking to trade my Women's Medium jacket for a Men's Small. Throw in a trapper hat or the Melton cap (rare, never available at HBC.com) for a scarf too!

Nice stuff!
I really like that sweater. I grabbed one similar to it but it's navy and the CANADA colour is sort of baby blue.

Whatever you guys do skip the Nike olympic stuff. God damn that stuff is so friggin cheap.

I had some gift cards from iCoke to order some stuff from the Vancouver Olympic store online and I ordered a Nike Team Canada Hat and Team Canada Jersey. The jersey is not to bad, nothing special but the hat that was $24.99 feels like a cheap flimsy piece of crap.
Plus none of it is made in Canada. All in Vietnam :mad:

[CSAgent]

I think im going to be on a mission tomorrow. planning my route to visit at least 13 HBC stores

Wouldn't it be easier to just call the stores?

[ClemixMedia]

it ouccured to me before that i called for stock availability and the sales on the phone told me pretty much straight up it is out of stock.. however, i called again with a different sales on the line, he told me it is in fact in stock and was nice enough to put the product on hold for me..

so from now on im just going with the "see it to believe it" attitude.

with the shortage of these olympics products, it is so easy for them to say they are out of stock without even checking the inventory...

[LanEvoVII]

Is it true that there will be a restock after the olympics? I was looking through craigslist and came across someone's rant of people scalping :-0

[LonesomeDove]

Is it true that there will be a restock after the olympics? I was looking through craigslist and came across someone's rant of people scalping :-0

No, because Olympic merchandise is seasonal like Winter clothing, Christmas decorations, Halloween, etc. This stuff is made months or years in advance so they will not be firing up the manufacturing plants. Actually stuff for 2012 London Olympics are being designed and made right now.

Once stock is gone, it is gone forever.

[oisy]

does anyone know where large red mitts are still available in the vancouver area?

[LanEvoVII]

No, because Olympic merchandise is seasonal like Winter clothing, Christmas decorations, Halloween, etc. This stuff is made months or years in advance so they will not be firing up the manufacturing plants. Actually stuff for 2012 London Olympics are being designed and made right now.

Once stock is gone, it is gone forever.

That's what I was thinking. I guess whatever I read was just a rager venting.

[mrdevil]

anyone know when the olympic superstore would open tomrorow? and what are the chances of actaully getting a CANADA hoodie? when should i line up to be able to get in early to the store? took a day off from work just for this!!!

[hotoffthepress]

10pm last night there were tons of the Mascot 4 packs at London Drugs on Georgia, some were downstairs on the lower level. A few hundred boxes last night, I'd say. Not much else, still single mascots as well.

The London Drug at Park Royal still had plenty of options.

Looks like they restocked is still being transferred from other locations to these downtown locations (Granville & Georgia / Robson Street).

Worth noting that the selection at the Hastings & Abbott location is still very decent (some hard to find items [e.g. specific pins] still available at this location).

[hotoffthepress]

anyone know when the olympic superstore would open tomrorow? and what are the chances of actaully getting a CANADA hoodie? when should i line up to be able to get in early to the store? took a day off from work just for this!!!

I think they re-open @ 8 am, but can't confirm as they've been moving their hours around.

But I think the bad news is that they're sold out Canada hoodies and doesn't look like they're going to be re-stocking. You'll might want to take a stroll down Gastown & possibly Zellers to see if any of the shops still have it.

Quote from HBC.com:

"The Olympic Superstore will operate during regular operating hours at the Bay leading up to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, with extended hours starting February 12, 2010 when the Games begin. The Superstore will close at the end of the Paralympic Winter Games in late March 2010." (http://www.hbc.com/hbc/mediacentre/press/hbc/press.asp?prId=357)

[kckev]

tons of adults red mittens @ metro zellers (just bought yesterday, saw shipment boxes)

[willsterstyle]

I'm in the gta and haven't found much left at the bay or zellers. Any stores left that have decent stock?

[mcroxen]

anyone know when the olympic superstore would open tomrorow? and what are the chances of actaully getting a CANADA hoodie? when should i line up to be able to get in early to the store? took a day off from work just for this!!!

I think it's 9 am still, but people tend to get there early to line up. It's hard to say with the Canada Hoodie.. they are hard to come by, but you might get lucky. It's also hard to recommend a time to arrive. I went for opening around 9 am last Tuesday and it took about 45 minutes to get in. The problem was that they let in a ton of people at once, and they all knew what they wanted and formed a large line up just to pay. With that said, I went for 8:30 am to stand in line the next day and the lineup extended from the Seymour entrance, onto Dunsmuir almost reaching Granville. So YMMV.

[mogmatt]

has anyone seen adult red mittens or the mens black podium jacket anywhere in the GTA?

you would think that HBC would restock for the paralympic games...
so much for supporting our athletes with physical and visual disabilities

[KenA]

No, because Olympic merchandise is seasonal like Winter clothing, Christmas decorations, Halloween, etc. This stuff is made months or years in advance so they will not be firing up the manufacturing plants. Actually stuff for 2012 London Olympics are being designed and made right now.

Once stock is gone, it is gone forever.

would you, as a business man, not fire up the plants for a hot commodity?

these things are selling like hot cakes... with hbc's financial troubles its the greatest thing to ever happen to them. the SMART thing to do would be to restock after the olympics and milk every penny you can out of these things.

the ones that don't sell after the olympics, send em back to the plants and change the '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

i understand the 'technique' of understocking to make things 'collectable' (aka steelbooks)... but these items were never meant to be collectible.. someone just completely dropped the ball on doing market research for these things.

[N_Raged]

the ones that don't sell after the olympics, send em back to the plants and change the '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

Some businessman you are.
And 2012 is the summer games. I'm sure our athletes/fans will look good wearing winter gear then...

[KenA]

Some businessman you are.
And 2012 is the summer games. I'm sure our athletes/fans will look good wearing winter gear then...

hence '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

since when was a t-shirt or hoodies winter gear?

[Madchester]

hence '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

since when was a t-shirt or hoodies winter gear?

The "logical" rollout is to have a Team Canada re-release for Christmas 2010.... doubling as a way to get rid of less popular Vancouver 2010 merchandise. (No one's touching the Vancouver 2010 merch on G/F at B/Y) 2012 merch is not going to come out til Spring 2012, if it follows Beijing's schedule. It may come out a month earlier than 2008, since London's holding their Games in July, rather than August.

Roots had that ugly "hockey sweater" podium outfit for the Sydney games, so it's not unprecedented to have more "wintery" clothing for the Summer Games. HBC had that uglier red on white hoodie for Beijing, so there's definitely going to be a new HBC hoodie for 2012.

[Bishop8]

hence '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

since when was a t-shirt or hoodies winter gear?

These are fashion items and will change with each Olympic -- summer or winter -- to create demand for new items. They can't just keep the same clothing and 'sew on a new patch'. That would be like Armani keeping the same fashion line every year but sewing a '2011' patch on it. Same as car manufacturers, who tweak the exterior of their cars within the same generation to keep buyers interested.

[oisy]

tons of adults red mittens @ metro zellers (just bought yesterday, saw shipment boxes)

what time were you there? i went around 12pm, and there were only the children's size.

[92gsr]

I'm still shocked that with only 5 days left to go, there are still block-long lineups outside the Olympic Superstore in Vancouver. Olympic hoodies seem to be long gone and everything else that looks decent (the bomber and the soft-shell jackets and scarves) are hard to come by also. I looked through the store windows last night and all that's left on the racks is "Vancouver 2010" stuff, the odd hockey jersey, and CTV's "Believe" gear.

However, I'm glad that HBC finally "woke" up this Olympics and managed to produce decent-looking and relatively affordable Olympic wear. Hopefully, they're able to produce similar understated clothing for the next couple of games.

[jandumm]

has anyone seen adult red mittens or the mens black podium jacket anywhere in the GTA?


saw TONS of red mittens in adult size @ Shoppers World Zellers in Brampton on Saturday

[CSAgent]

saw TONS of red mittens in adult size @ Shoppers World Zellers in Brampton on Saturday

If Zellers SQ1 is any indication - I bet they are all gone too.

Zellers had a major restock in 2 large steel bins yesterday, hundreds of adults size. Went earlier today and all gone, only kids sizes left.

[Madchester]

Where did you get that vest for half off? WHATTT.

Lunch hour check at B/Y:

*The Boys/Girls vests in black/red are still there. Again, these are half price ($25) and the rough equivalent of Men's small and Women's XS/S. Adult vests retail for $70 MSRP.

An employee said the store recently sold off their Bloor St. window display hoodies, as a lot of ppl were asking for them. My quilted jacket may have been a window model.... I noticed that they removed the hoodies from the mannequins inside the store maybe 2 weeks ago.

Mittens are all gone. period.

[Gmas]

This Olympic gear is the definition of 'seasonal'. If there's anything you really want, just wait until the games are done and the resellers are forced to unload everything for cheap.

This stuff is popular now because the games are on, but barely anyone will care a week from now.

[KevC]

This Olympic gear is the definition of 'seasonal'. If there's anything you really want, just wait until the games are done and the resellers are forced to unload everything for cheap.

This stuff is popular now because the games are on, but barely anyone will care a week from now.

That's if there's anything left by then.

I'm going to check out Queen and Bloor location after work today ... but don't have high hopes. I'll call them in advance, but not hoping for anything.

I'll be in Sauga tom morning, so I'll check out Sq1 and Erin Mills Town Centre as well...

*sigh. Would really like the Red soft-shelled hoodie (black/white sleeves) in Mens' XS/S...

[CSAgent]

This Olympic gear is the definition of 'seasonal'. If there's anything you really want, just wait until the games are done and the resellers are forced to unload everything for cheap.

This stuff is popular now because the games are on, but barely anyone will care a week from now.

I don't know about that, I still plan to wear my Team Canada Olympics gear after the games. My soft shell jacket is perfect for this mild weather we've been having, the scarf I have is also very warm and stylish.

@ Madchester, thanks for the update. You just saved me a trip downtown. :)

[Madchester]

This Olympic gear is the definition of 'seasonal'. If there's anything you really want, just wait until the games are done and the resellers are forced to unload everything for cheap.

This stuff is popular now because the games are on, but barely anyone will care a week from now.

Let's be clear here.

There's three collections being discussed here: the CTV's "I Believe" collection, the general Vancouver 2010 collection, and the Canadian Olympic team collection.

The first two collections will be heavily discounted after the Games; outside of the Vancouver 2010 mascots, pins, and speciality items... they're not exceptional sellers. What everyone's looking for is the last collection.

Whether it's Lindsey Vonn's white Ralph Lauren Polo toque or the damn Roots poorboy hat (still fetching $40-50 on eBay).. the team apparel (that has a timeless look) will always be popular.

[catastrophe]

What was the biggest size left? If I were to go downtown right now, I would be stuck in rush hour blah.
Thanks Madchester!


Lunch hour check at B/Y:

*The Boys/Girls vests in black/red are still there. Again, these are half price ($25) and the rough equivalent of Men's small and Women's XS/S. Adult vests retail for $70 MSRP.

An employee said the store recently sold off their Bloor St. window display hoodies, as a lot of ppl were asking for them. My quilted jacket may have been a window model.... I noticed that they removed the hoodies from the mannequins inside the store maybe 2 weeks ago.

Mittens are all gone. period.

[newfbc]

hence '2010' patch to a '2012' or '2014' patch.

since when was a t-shirt or hoodies winter gear?

We all don't live in 'winter'peg. :)

Ron.

[1226]

We all don't live in 'winter'peg. :)

Ron.

I've worn shorts to every hockey game I've attended. :)

[Madchester]

^

It's the Boys 10/12 in black.. two of them left i think. The same vest fits me no problem, and i normally wear Men's small.

[mingus]

Looks like they restocked is still being transferred from other locations to these downtown locations (Granville & Georgia / Robson Street).

Worth noting that the selection at the Hastings & Abbott location is still very decent (some hard to find items [e.g. specific pins] still available at this location).

As of 1:30 pm today, not much left (other than plush mascots) at Granville & Georgia and Hastings & Abbott........not worth a trip.

[st7860]

As of 1:30 pm today, not much left (other than plush mascots) at Granville & Georgia and Hastings & Abbott........not worth a trip.

are they out of the sets of 4 mascots for $30 yet?

[Canada_7]

What was the biggest size left? If I were to go downtown right now, I would be stuck in rush hour blah.
Thanks Madchester!

If you're going, can you get me a vest please (as Madchester said, size 10/12 as he said it fits like a men's small)?

I went at around 2 something to the location to look for the largest boys sizes for the CANADA hoodie and the quilted jacket but could not find any :(. I completely forgot about the vest though...

[mingus]

are they out of the sets of 4 mascots for $30 yet?
I don't recall seeing the set of 4 at either location.
A good bet would be the East Van location at 2585 E. Hastings.
It's off the tourist path and a few days ago, they had many items that other locations did not.

[BlueFusion]

Actually I went to the East Hastings location yesterday and was disappointed at their olympic merchandise selection, they literally only had Canadian flags left. I later went to the West Broadway location and it seemed like they just restocked on all the Plush toys. There were all 4 mascots with the red mittens of various sizes. The largest plush they had was 16.5 inch Quatchi (no red mittens). They had piles and piles of the $30 4-packs. Aside from the mascots tho they didn't much other olympic stuff left besides some travel tags and lanyards.

[heavengoloo]

lots of Olympic plushes and etc left at the London Drugs on 710 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1E4
as of last night.

[jessome17]

Anyone know if The Bay in downtown Montreal has gotten more in stock? Was there yesterday at around 11ish and they only had hoodies in kids sizes.. picked up a green 10/12 Canada hoodie. It's a little snug.. extremely mad at myself because a week ago they had 14/16 hoodies AND the black podium jackets. Kicking myself now!

Also the cashier said they weren't getting in anymore stock but you can never tell right?

[1pinecone]

Saw some mascot stuff AND cute mascot toques at Rexall in the College Park (bay/college) location.

[clevelandindians]

anyone know where to get this in Toronto/Mississauga area?

http://2010vanfan.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/lumberjack-scarf.jpg

searched the Bay / Zellers in Vancouver, Richmond, Mississauga & Toronto.
Nowhere to be found!

[Longobongo]

searched the Bay / Zellers in Vancouver, Richmond, Mississauga & Toronto.
Nowhere to be found!

you went to BC to find a scarf??? talk about dedication...

edit: you can always try ebay, but dang, ppl are making a KILLING selling this stuff.....

[Balanar08]

Saw it at Leaside Sportchek last week. Forgot the price, 24.99?


anyone know where to get this in Toronto/Mississauga area?

http://2010vanfan.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/lumberjack-scarf.jpg

searched the Bay / Zellers in Vancouver, Richmond, Mississauga & Toronto.
Nowhere to be found!

[bkwan]

Looks like they're shipping out all the Olympic merch. Was there this evening, saw a guy pulling the peghooks out of stuff.

[goonx126]

any discounts on the Mukmuk mascot in toronto (scarborough)?

[T3rry]

anybody seen anything in calgary? looking for a mens red zip up, as well as a womans white zip up, i have been to 2 zellers and 1 bay and all they had was kids stuff.

it's kind of frustrating that HBC doesnt have an online store anymore.

[PrimeBane]

anybody seen anything in calgary? looking for a mens red zip up, as well as a womans white zip up, i have been to 2 zellers and 1 bay and all they had was kids stuff.

Calgary appears to be out of everything other than kids stuff. :(

I've checked the DT Bay every day since the Olympics started and they haven't received anything new.

[bwot]

However, I'm glad that HBC finally "woke" up this Olympics and managed to produce decent-looking and relatively affordable Olympic wear. Hopefully, they're able to produce similar understated clothing for the next couple of games.

Coz they hired an ex-Root designer to help out in the design.

[dmxlite]

Anybody see lanyards at LD?

[LonesomeDove]

The Vancouver Bay downtown is giving a free 16.5" Quatchi, worth $40, when buying $60 worth of Mascots. Basically, if you buy the $60 box set of 4 mascots, you get a free Quatchi.

Aso, the there were no lineups at 11:00 pm.

[don_lee103]

Is there still a place that sells Red, White Canada Hoodies? I managed to snag mine before the olympic started but now I want to buy more for my family.

[Sgt_Strider]

The Vancouver Bay downtown is giving a free 16.5" Quatchi, worth $40, when buying $60 worth of Mascots. Basically, if you buy the $60 box set of 4 mascots, you get a free Quatchi.

Aso, the there were no lineups at 11:00 pm.

Are the Mascots worth buying? It's pretty expensive at $60? Any other suggestions on Olympic Merchandises worth buying?

[LonesomeDove]

Are the Mascots worth buying? It's pretty expensive at $60? Any other suggestions on Olympic Merchandises worth buying?

You can get the $60 box set of 4 mascots at London Drugs for 1/2 price-$29.99. The store at Georgia and Granville have hundreds of these box sets.

I think they are pulling them from other stores.

[thehockeyguy]

The Vancouver Bay downtown is giving a free 16.5" Quatchi, worth $40, when buying $60 worth of Mascots. Basically, if you buy the $60 box set of 4 mascots, you get a free Quatchi.

Aso, the there were no lineups at 11:00 pm.

i guess only 4 days left.. the fever for buying olympic supplies gonna go down.. wait till next monday, 50% all stuff.. :cheesygri

[impostor]

I wouldn't count on it. The Paralympic games are still to come, and a lot of the merch is generically branded (e.g. "Vancouver 2010") to apply then also.

[Madchester]

Took them two weeks, but knock-off hoodies have finally hit the market!

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/clo/1616909827.html


EDIT:

Thanks to the peep who said the Vancouver 2010 mascot toques were at Rexall.

Picked up the last Quatchi (sp) at Bay-Bloor; the on with the full head and earmuffs on them. There's still some Migas left. The good ones are all gone from College Park.

Regular price = $28
Discounted = $25
Further discount = $17

[linkster]

Rexall in North York Centre has mascot hats for 16.99

[CSAgent]

anyone know where to get this in Toronto/Mississauga area?

http://2010vanfan.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/lumberjack-scarf.jpg

searched the Bay / Zellers in Vancouver, Richmond, Mississauga & Toronto.
Nowhere to be found!

Good luck, you won't find it anywhere. I got mine 2 days before the game started in Mississauga and glad I did. Pays to buy early for once. A lady at The Bay Square One saw me wearing it and offered me $80 for it...lol!

Maybe contact friends in Vancouver to look for one, or bite the bullet and get it on eBay. They're $20 fyi, expect eBay to start bidding at $40. Pure gouging it's sad, we're not Americans - we shouldn't profit selfishly like this.

[nvlizzy]

http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/1390/img2357w.jpg

My collection-to-date. Other than the mittens, I found everything since Friday.. in the GTA no less. The vest was the only discounted item; got it at half price.

I'm looking to trade my Women's Medium jacket for a Men's Small. Throw in a trapper hat or the Melton cap (rare, never available at HBC.com) for a scarf too!


Lots of boys black vests for $25 at Park Royal HBC.Sizes were 10-12 and 7-8. I didn't see any 14-16 left. Lots of adult stuff left but not in the "Canada" line. No red mittens however.

[pcdsl]

went to SQ1 Bay in Mississauga, lot's of boys/girls hoodies left, and navy men's t-shirts in Medium and Large. Nothing else.

Zellers had lots of mittens... and Winner one men's Vancouver 2010 jacket in small. I was going to buy it but the stitching was coming undone.

[crazycoward]

Are the Mascots worth buying? It's pretty expensive at $60? Any other suggestions on Olympic Merchandises worth buying?

yeah go to london drugs. you don't get the free quatchi but box set is $30 and the giant quatchi works out to be 20 :P

[silvery]

Lots of boys black vests for $25 at Park Royal HBC.Sizes were 10-12 and 7-8. I didn't see any 14-16 left. Lots of adult stuff left but not in the "Canada" line. No red mittens however.

The black quilted canada jackets are ending around $400-500 on ebay now, craziness!!

[mare514]

Does anyone know if there are any red mittens still available in London, Ontario (preferably masonville?)

Thanks!

[jessome17]

Was at The Bay in Montreal a little after opening time. No more scarves, backpacks. Lots and lots of kids stuff still available. Finally snagged my grey hoodie 14/16. Had a couple of men's hoodies in black and one soft-shell jacket, also in black.

They also had one of those native sweaters that some people liked it was a women's can't remember the size.

[LanEvoVII]

Does anyone know if the the superstore in downtown vancouver has team canada luongo jerseys for sale? I see it has restocked online

[pakwan]

Was at downtown The Bay at Eatons this noon and saw around 50 of the Canada scarves in black like in the picture from this listing..

http://cgi.ebay.ca/AUTHENTIC-HBC-2010-OLYMPICS-CANADA-BLACK-SCARF-ADULT_W0QQitemZ190375880721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_O lympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item2c53496811

I picked up two for my brother and myself. Might grab a couple of more for the rest of the family tomorrow if theres any more left..

[catastrophe]

How much were they?


Was at downtown The Bay at Eatons this noon and saw around 50 of the Canada scarves in black like in the picture from this listing..

http://cgi.ebay.ca/AUTHENTIC-HBC-2010-OLYMPICS-CANADA-BLACK-SCARF-ADULT_W0QQitemZ190375880721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_O lympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item2c53496811

I picked up two for my brother and myself. Might grab a couple of more for the rest of the family tomorrow if theres any more left..

[5abi]

The black quilted canada jackets are ending around $400-500 on ebay now, craziness!!

are they not producing these anymore? i have one but its used. wonder how much i can get for it? :cheesygri

[pakwan]

How much does it cost?

$20.. When I was there I only saw one other person taking a couple.

[Canada_7]

Was at downtown The Bay at Eatons this noon and saw around 50 of the Canada scarves in black like in the picture from this listing..

http://cgi.ebay.ca/AUTHENTIC-HBC-2010-OLYMPICS-CANADA-BLACK-SCARF-ADULT_W0QQitemZ190375880721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_O lympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item2c53496811

I picked up two for my brother and myself. Might grab a couple of more for the rest of the family tomorrow if theres any more left..

Wanna pick one up for me...? Not gonna be able to hit downtown until a few days later I think...

[bobbyk1133]

Went to the Zellers/Bay's in Burnaby few times each over the last week and nothing but kid sizes. I want a hoodie like the rest of yas but I think I'm going to just wait to see if they restock post-Olympics. The chances of finding one randomly in the color/size I want seem bleak at best...

[Canada_7]

If ANYONE is able to find a men's small for the Olympic zipped hoodie (the Red Black and White one in these pictures) ANYWHERE, I am willing to pay you extra to pick it up for me + shipping. PM me if you are able to do so.Bump. Sorta updated my quote to reflect what I need. I found a CANADA hoodie, but I paid an arm and a leg for it :lol: . Don't ask how much :(. Here's the red black and white one in SMALL that I'm looking for.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c265/adwoodw/Olympic%20Superstore/March172010Medals46Large.jpg

[faken]

I want a black zip up hoodie! Sold out everywhere I've looked.

[pakwan]

Wanna pick one up for me...? Not gonna be able to hit downtown until a few days later I think...

If I can find more tomorrow I can buy extra ones..

[AcidBomber]

anyone spot the 4-pack Olympic Plushies within the GTA?
called a few Rexall's and they claim they never had them in the first place... :|


anyone in Vancouver want to pick up 2 packs for me? I'll pay fee + shipping.
PM if you can help. :cheesygri

[KevC]

Bump. Sorta updated my quote to reflect what I need. I found a CANADA hoodie, but I paid an arm and a leg for it :lol: . Don't ask how much :(. Here's the red black and white one in SMALL that I'm looking for.

<snip>

Damn, when I saw your photo ... I thought that was the "restocking" ... and my heart jumped. I'm looking for that red, black/white one too.. in Men's XS or S (or boy's 14-16 should work as well lol)

[hotoffthepress]

Suddenly a friend wants a pair of those mittens...

Did anyone spot any in the Vancouver area?

Is it only The Bay/Zellers that sells them?

[GSC]

where's the pic taken, Canada7?

[itr452]

where's the pic taken, Canada7?

olympic superstore in vancouver

[dealdigger16]

Suddenly a friend wants a pair of those mittens...

Did anyone spot any in the Vancouver area?

Is it only The Bay/Zellers that sells them?

They say only kids sizes left. You might find a pair by chance, but it's slim to none. Only The Bay/Zellers has the official ones where some of the proceeds go to the Canadian athletes. All others are ok but not the real ones.

[cho1104]

in Edmonton, Rexall Ellerslie Road 111 Street still has some miga and sumi hats ($16.99). All mascots slippers, all sizes ($16.99). Large is very close to adult size.
The one near South Common at Ellerslie Road has all four plush for $10.99. It is 7.5" and same as those from Save-on-food (but not wearing mitts).

[deezz]

Bump. Sorta updated my quote to reflect what I need. I found a CANADA hoodie, but I paid an arm and a leg for it :lol: . Don't ask how much :(

Seriously? There's only three days left! :S

[PrimeBane]

I would happily pay you for one if you happen to get an extra :)


Was at downtown The Bay at Eatons this noon and saw around 50 of the Canada scarves in black like in the picture from this listing..

http://cgi.ebay.ca/AUTHENTIC-HBC-2010-OLYMPICS-CANADA-BLACK-SCARF-ADULT_W0QQitemZ190375880721QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_O lympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item2c53496811

I picked up two for my brother and myself. Might grab a couple of more for the rest of the family tomorrow if theres any more left..

[Yankees 1903]

I remembering seeing this photo last year thinking "all that stuff will be half off by early march and I will pick up a jacket" I guess I was a little off on my prediction :lol:.

http://macleans.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/091002_conolympics1.jpg

[1pinecone]

Ugh...I just did a ebay purchase.

[adwoodw]

I was downtown yesterday (Feb 24th) and went to the Olympic Superstore to have another look. My wife saw them throw out about 5 or 6 of the coveted hoodies in various colours and they were snapped up in seconds. One of the lucky ones that managed to snag one tried it on and walked around the store with it in hand asking alot of people questions about it. I couldn't hear their conversations but I wonder if he was trying to sell it to someone while still in the store. I was looking for a scarf, but not to my surprise, they didn't have the one I was looking for.

If anyone is looking for pins, Sleep Country on Granville actually has lots of the ones that are sold out online and at the downtown superstore. They also had a bobsled with the mascots in and around it that you could take a picture with. Birks had a similar set up, but you could not sit in the sled as the crew compartment was filled with blue Birks boxes.

London Drugs across the street was very busy since all their olympic stuff was half off. They had what seemed to be hundreds of boxes of the 4 mascot set and the red mitten variants of all the characters. I think Sumi is the only mascot without a red mitten version since I have not seen it anywhere. They also sell pins that are not on the racks on the sales floor. For these, you have to go to customer service or cosmetics and ask which ones they still have. My wife bought a few of them with Sumi, Quatchi, and Miga featured on each pin for $3.99 a piece.

For anyone interested in the mascots, they have a mascots on ice show at GE Plaza (Robson Square) 3 times a day. This is mainly for kids, but it seems as this is the only venue where you can see all 3 of them together. I have yet to run into them anywhere else. They were also doing a TSN spot on the ice with Daren Pang, Nick Kypreos, Bob Mckenzie, and the other guy in the early afternoon.

Outside the IBC / cauldron area, flag waving gold medalist John Motgomory drew a huge crowd in the afternoon. 30 or 40 feet away, Jamie Sale and David Pelletier were doing a spot for CTV while seated in folding chairs surrounded by a TV crew.

[KevC]

couldn't find what i was lookin' for, even on ebay.

XS-S red (black/white sleeved) soft shelled jacket / zip hoodie ....

[kamal007]

Any places in Toronto where we can find any of this merchandise? I am also looking for a cheap Team Canada Hockey Jersey, perferably one with Doughty, Toews or Crosby (Since I want it for next time as well:lol:).

[andsoitgoes]

You can get the $60 box set of 4 mascots at London Drugs for 1/2 price-$29.99. The store at Georgia and Granville have hundreds of these box sets.

I think they are pulling them from other stores.

Yeah, I went to the Surrey LD on King George and 104th and they had nothing, said they were shipping all of their stuff downtown.

Went down there again and got my girls a 12.5" miga for about $12.50 and a little keychain Miga for $5.

They have a stupid amount of the 4 figure box sets (that I paid $10 more for at Save on, blasted... but means I didn't have to try and truck it around on Skytrain with my kids in tow!) but they are running low on some of the larger mascots. There weren't many bigger of the Miga left. The next was Quatchi and a stupid amount of Sumi and Mukmuk (who I think, as do my kids, is the most underrated of the team, he's sneaky!!)


yeah go to london drugs. you don't get the free quatchi but box set is $30 and the giant quatchi works out to be 20 :P

No way man, the 12.5" quatchi is only about $13 (as per above :))



For anyone interested in the mascots, they have a mascots on ice show at GE Plaza (Robson Square) 3 times a day. This is mainly for kids, but it seems as this is the only venue where you can see all 3 of them together. I have yet to run into them anywhere else. They were also doing a TSN spot on the ice with Daren Pang, Nick Kypreos, Bob Mckenzie, and the other guy in the early afternoon.

Outside the IBC / cauldron area, flag waving gold medalist John Motgomory drew a huge crowd in the afternoon. 30 or 40 feet away, Jamie Sale and David Pelletier were doing a spot for CTV while seated in folding chairs surrounded by a TV crew.

We got lucky and went to the Bell Cube on Wednesday and they had Quatchi and Miga showing up at 2 for a photo opp, so I got back there right away with my kids to get a picture, they LOVED it!

That's the only time I've heard of a sighting outside of around the hockey game, where a friend got her picture with a big ol' Quatchi.

The mascot show at Robson Square is really fun. The shows are at 1, 3 and 6pm every day. My suggestion would be to go there for the 1pm show and do the skating afterwards, because there is a circus type show at the far end of the ice rink that starts at 1:30pm, you can stop skating at the very end and watch for a few minutes and you get the best seat in the house, given that you're looking at their backs...

If you want a good seat for the mascot show, go either in the middle on the skating side (if you want to skate afterwards, you'll be right in the lineup) or right at the opposite end to the other "stage", that way you'll get the best views. Don't go near the stage-stage, they put up a huge blow up thinger that will entirely block your view!

Sorry, this is WAY OT. My bad...

[LanEvoVII]

There are no numbered jerseys at the superstore, I was there today and confirmed it.

[tcng]

They say only kids sizes left. You might find a pair by chance, but it's slim to none. Only The Bay/Zellers has the official ones where some of the proceeds go to the Canadian athletes. All others are ok but not the real ones.

Not true. Vancouver International Airport has them at their Olympic Stores as well. Today, they had adult S/M and L. Just picked up four pairs today.

[FTO]

Anyone spot red mittens in Calgary as of late?

[PrimeBane]

Anyone spot red mittens in Calgary as of late?

Nope... I was told the last million pair were shipped out to Vancouver.

[cho1104]

Nope... I was told the last million pair were shipped out to Vancouver.
i think so too
last seen the kids and XL size in Edmonton 2 weeks ago, everything is gone now

[chump]

I think Sumi is the only mascot without a red mitten version since I have not seen it anywhere.

It could be because Sumi doesn't have hands, so he can't wear the red mittens.

[SUPERMAN-01]

anyone know where the mascot fuzzy touques can be found in toronto?
my girlfriend saw one and she wants em all now lol

[cho1104]

anyone know where the mascot fuzzy touques can be found in toronto?
my girlfriend saw one and she wants em all now lol
try rexall, i found mine in edmonton rexall last night.
they still have 3/4 mascots in stock. i picked the last quantchi.

[gmark2000]

Does anywhere in the GTA still have a good selection of Olympic merchandise?

[klehrie]

I'm going to the Bay around Eaton's today. Wish me luck! I'll try to keep a tally on what I see (or don't....)

[PrimeBane]

Good luck :)

The only new item in Calgary DT today was Nike women's hockey gold medal t-shirts. I imagine these will be available in all stores other than HBC.

Didn't see a price.

[Madchester]

As I expected the scarfs at Queen are all gone.

Trade my Quatchi mascot hat for a scarf.... they're sold out just like the scarf.

[klehrie]

As I expected the scarfs at Queen are all gone.

Trade my Quatchi mascot hat for a scarf.... they're sold out just like the scarf.

LOL...does that mean I shouldn't go today???

[4got10]

My wife got adult red mettens in St Albert on the weekend, wasn't much there for clothes she said. Not sure what the selection is like now.

[silvery]

Check this http://cgi.ebay.ca/OFFICIAL-Vancouver-2010-Olympic-Team-Jacket-M_W0QQitemZ110499381540QQcategoryZ27291QQcmdZViewI temQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DDLSL%252 BSI%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D10%26po%3D %26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D8122864340270026386

Has everyone lost their minds? I can't wait until HBC comes out with tons more stock after the games LOL

[ellement]

purdy's chocolates at bentall building 3 in downtown vancouver was offering little migas and quatchis et al. at 50% off yesterday.

[jonkaho]

Check this http://cgi.ebay.ca/OFFICIAL-Vancouver-2010-Olympic-Team-Jacket-M_W0QQitemZ110499381540QQcategoryZ27291QQcmdZViewI temQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DDLSL%252 BSI%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D10%26po%3D %26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D8122864340270026386

Has everyone lost their minds? I can't wait until HBC comes out with tons more stock after the games LOL

a zero feedback user on ebay is driving the price up!

[crazycoward]

a zero feedback user on ebay is driving the price up!

wonder why they bid multiple times in a row :P

[thehockeyguy]

a zero feedback user on ebay is driving the price up!

i'm not surprise if that guy bid $10000.. lol

[silvery]

wonder why they bid multiple times in a row :P

he didn't, he bid like $1000 or something and he remains the top bidder after ppl place their max bids....

[Madchester]

LOL... my jacket's appreciated 500% in value. Just a few days ago, these were going for $250 tops.

I was getting a lot of funny looks and compliments about my jacket today. Casual dress/Olympic spirit day at work...

[KenA]

a zero feedback user on ebay is driving the price up!

most likely a fake account setup by someone selling a similar item...

drives the price up and outbids anyone... then his item sells at maximum price.

[VillaFan]

i had my chance.. i went to the bay a month before the opening ceremony and everything was in stock calling my name sitting right in front of me.. but i didnt pull the trigger because I thought i should wait like the beijing gears..

i want that jacket athletes wear on the podium

I think this is the regret I'm hearing from many people including myself about purchasing merchandise when they had the chance.

[Madchester]

^

Villa. woot. Carling Cup this weekend.

Found myself a beanie toque at B/Y. Just lying on the shelf on 4F.

http://shop.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF910.jpg&width=160&height=160&padding=5

[tidus]

I think this is the regret I'm hearing from many people including myself about purchasing merchandise when they had the chance.

Same. I was in the Downtown Bay superstore the week before the opening ceremonies and didn't buy a single item - and everything was in stock! I've only bought pins, lanyards and a cow bell online. Given the chance, I would buy team Canada gear now, but waiting 2+ hours for something that might not even be in stock is not worth it, as is spending $200 on a hoodie.

Hopefully all the people who've bought team Canada gear will continue wearing it after sunday and not just have a sporadic two weeks of patriotism.

[Huu]

FYI, just flew back to Toronto but before I left, I saw lots of large Mukmuks also for $49.99 @ the YVR

and of course in Toronto, the air port has very limited Olympic merch like the $15 plush toys.

I already went to 2 Hudson Bay stores and the selection is sad, all kids stuff, few plushes, NO GLOVES! damnit, should of bought way more before I left

[ClemixMedia]

i had the urge to fly to vacouver today and stay there for the weekend and get some olympic gears.. but reality got the best of me.

[pcdsl]

Brampton Zellers had a lot of t-shirts for men/women. No red ones but they were restocking.

[klehrie]

Good find!!!!! I went to the Bay around Eaton's today. No gloves at all, and I couldn't find ANY scarves that someone here found like a day ago or something...Ended up getting a boys jacket (wish I could fit into the girls one LOL), a girls black zip-up hoodie, and a red plaid shirt. No toques or anything =( There were a lot of kids stuff left, but pretty much zero adult stuff, unless you're looking for the t-shirts. Also, I never knew those big black jackets were so expensive!!! $500!???!! CRAZINESS!!!!

Oh well....GO CANADA!!!!! WOOOOOO!!!!


^

Villa. woot. Carling Cup this weekend.

Found myself a beanie toque at B/Y. Just lying on the shelf on 4F.

http://shop.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF910.jpg&width=160&height=160&padding=5

[jessome17]

Gonna check The Bay in dt Mtl tomorrow morning, see what they have for returns and stuff.

[klehrie]

Don't know if anyone mentioned it before but Aritzia and TNA sell Olympics stuff too. When I went to Eaton's today Olympics stuff was on sale for like 20-30% I think. Not much nice stuff left though.

[Siye]

They still have the flannels? hmm may have to make a trip DT...

[catastrophe]

Any black vests in kids sizes left? My friend went today for me to look for them at the B/Y and she thold me she couldnt find anything for the vests.
Thats a new hat there you found! How much was that? I've never seen that hat before in any stores.

[enhanced]

I sooooooooo want one of these:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320

[Doug]

Check this http://cgi.ebay.ca/OFFICIAL-Vancouver-2010-Olympic-Team-Jacket-M_W0QQitemZ110499381540QQcategoryZ27291QQcmdZViewI temQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DDLSL%252 BSI%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D10%26po%3D %26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D8122864340270026386

Has everyone lost their minds? I can't wait until HBC comes out with tons more stock after the games LOL

Ya really.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110495762664&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

My gf bought one for me on the 13th at the bay. was showing her that auction. lol. crazy

[Slingshot377]

I sooooooooo want one of these:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320

Hmm, this is a VERY sexy hat. Haven't seen this one yet.

I want it =D

[Balanar08]

Good find!!!!! I went to the Bay around Eaton's today. No gloves at all, and I couldn't find ANY scarves that someone here found like a day ago or something...Ended up getting a boys jacket (wish I could fit into the girls one LOL), a girls black zip-up hoodie, and a red plaid shirt. No toques or anything =( There were a lot of kids stuff left, but pretty much zero adult stuff, unless you're looking for the t-shirts. Also, I never knew those big black jackets were so expensive!!! $500!???!! CRAZINESS!!!!

Oh well....GO CANADA!!!!! WOOOOOO!!!!

They werent 500$. I saw 150$ on two when I was there 2 days ago. The rest were 500$. They probably didnt update their prices.... or if it was 500$, you could show the csr tha there are 2 selling for 150$. They'll eventually give it to you for 150$. Tho the back of the jacket looks really ugly..

[Madchester]

Any black vests in kids sizes left? My friend went today for me to look for them at the B/Y and she thold me she couldnt find anything for the vests.
Thats a new hat there you found! How much was that? I've never seen that hat before in any stores.

http://img218.imageshack.us/img218/2054/merchandiseb.jpg

That slouchie toque was on both Van2010 and HBC sites as a featured product.

Most of my finds were kinda misplaced on the wrong shelf or rack...

[gmark2000]

The parkas with the fur hood are $500. The quilted jacket is much less. The much coveted striped-arm hoody is around $100.

[Balanar08]

The parkas with the fur hood are $500. The quilted jacket is much less. The much coveted striped-arm hoody is around $100.

Well, I definitely saw them for 150$. Just 2 (XL and L) was 150$. The rest were 500$. They were exactly the same on the same rack.

[azia]

Well, I definitely saw them for 150$. Just 2 (XL and L) was 150$. The rest were 500$. They were exactly the same on the same rack.

Either you saw wrong or they tagged wrong. The Canada-goose lookin' one is definitely 500.

[Madchester]

Either you saw wrong or they tagged wrong. The Canada-goose lookin' one is definitely 500.

http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:mWsT3aTzZKsJ:shop.hbc.com/women-s-team-canada/women-s-canadian-olympic-team-parka-jacket/prodRVWJF903.html+hbc+olympic+parka&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=ca&client=firefox-a

The parkas were $150 at HBC.com.... but they're tagged as $500 items now.

I do remember seeing them with $150 price tags before the Games. You could still do a price check to see if that's actually the case.

[Balanar08]

Yup they look like Canada Goose. They have "Canada: written on the back. That made it look really unstylish. So I did not purchase it. Shoot shoulda bought it when I had the knowledge. It was a mens as well. Buy first, think later... What was I thinking grrr. This was at the Yonge and Bloor location btw.

[Balanar08]

http://74.125.47.132/search?q=cache:mWsT3aTzZKsJ:shop.hbc.com/women-s-team-canada/women-s-canadian-olympic-team-parka-jacket/prodRVWJF903.html+hbc+olympic+parka&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=ca&client=firefox-a

The parkas were $150 at HBC.com.... but they're tagged as $500 items now.

I do remember seeing them with $150 price tags before the Games. You could still do a price check to see if that's actually the case.

Thank you Madchester. +1

[Madchester]

^

I remember seeing the parkas months ago thinking.... "$150 for a parka? wow!"

I don't know if they marked them up during the Games... or mis-marked them so that there'd still be some big-ticket item to draw the crowds to the Olympic display even after all the adult hoodies, jackets, etc. disappeared.

Because everybody sees the parkas... checks out their price ($500!) and moves on to see what other items are available.

[Balanar08]

Im just steaming mad at the moment :mad:!!! I think someone has bought MY parka. Missed my chance. Will rush to Yonge and Bloor and look for my parka tomorrow!!!

[ClemixMedia]

went to yorkdale on thursday and there were 3 parkas tagged $500.. if i knew it might be $150 i would definitely snag one up

[Balanar08]

Should have price check on them.

[man_kap]

Is the black quilted jacket available anywhere in Toronto? I just assumed they'd be in stock for a while...

[dc4]

There are tons of red mittens at the YVR airport for anyone that is traveling, not sure how long they will last but there were 2 canisters full of them after I closed tonight.

[filmore]

There are two version of the parka. One is down filled and has a real fur lined hood, that one sells for $500. The $150 version is poly filled with artificial fur. The $150 coats are long gone.

[mogmatt]

Is the black quilted jacket available anywhere in Toronto? I just assumed they'd be in stock for a while...

i'm still looking as well...

[mrdevil]

I have one new with tag Olympic Canada full zipup Hoodie Gray in a L looking to trade for an XL. its a tad too small for me.

also have a women's small knitted zipup (the one with the grey moose in the front) for trade as well - prefer a women's M canada full zipup hoodie.

located in richmond, bc

[VillaFan]

Same. I was in the Downtown Bay superstore the week before the opening ceremonies and didn't buy a single item - and everything was in stock! I've only bought pins, lanyards and a cow bell online. Given the chance, I would buy team Canada gear now, but waiting 2+ hours for something that might not even be in stock is not worth it, as is spending $200 on a hoodie.

Hopefully all the people who've bought team Canada gear will continue wearing it after sunday and not just have a sporadic two weeks of patriotism.

I was in the same situation in the DT Olympic store and a Bay closer to home a week before the madness began. Both times I was surrounded with tons of quilted jackets, hoodies of different colors and the red, black and checkered scarfs.

I ended up only purchasing a small black hoodie and thought I could pick up some items after the Olympics for half price....little did I know :(.

Since then I've had to track down the small quilted jacket and all the scarfs by paying a little more than I should but I see myself wearing these items well after the Olympics.

[krash322]

i'm still looking as well...

I'm looking for one as well, but the lady I talked to at the Bay yesterday said they weren't getting more stock. I was gonna wait til after the Olympics and hoping to get one on sale. Little did anyone know that the Bay would sell out. I think Roots must be kicking themselves they didn't get the contract for these games. I don't think they did as well on their merchandise in past Olympics.

[greatsales]

Just got back from shopping at the bay hillcrest I got very lucky there was one black canada quilted jacket in small I'm looking for a womens medium to trade.
I walked over to zellers and picked up 4 canada shirts they had on sale for $1.99 & $2.99. The childrens canada sweat top and pants on sale for $2.99.

[ClemixMedia]

Just got back from shopping at the bay hillcrest I got very lucky there was one black canada quilted jacket in small I'm looking for a womens medium to trade.
I walked over to zellers and picked up 4 canada shirts they had on sale for $1.99 & $2.99. The childrens canada sweat top and pants on sale for $2.99.

I was lucky enough to find a XS women's at STC and also bought a women's XL on ebay for 200. So im planning to sell my XS on ebay for 200 and it will just be like paying regular price for the XL..hopefully the women's XL is like a men' Large and the differences between the men's and women's are subtle.

[Madchester]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbcadultsizechart_en.png

For reference for ppl looking to exchange sizes....

[Yankees 1903]

My cousin picked up a few of these a few days ago in black and gave me one, I usually don't wear a scarf but they are nice:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVAAF918_red.jpg&width=320&height=320

[ClemixMedia]

wow thanks madchester, the women's XL should fit me just well

[Coppertone2005]

any sightings of red mittens (adult size) in the GTA?

[gmark2000]

I think Roots must be kicking themselves they didn't get the contract for these games. I don't think they did as well on their merchandise in past Olympics.
HBC paid $100 million for the licensing rights in 2005. That's a huge chunk of change for Roots to come up with. The COA gets a percentage of sales in addition to the licensing fee, so I think that this is a better deal for the athletes.

[Birdman]

I was into the SportMart in Brentwood today and their Vancouver2010 stuff is on buy one get one free. They still had a decent selection and once it gets to half off it;s a good buy.

They also had the Team Canada jerseys that were regular $127 on for $97.

YMMV as I don't know if this is country wide.

[TakeAChance]

If someone would be able to pick up a half price 30" Quatchi plush with red mittens, OR a 4 pack of mascots for $30 I would pay for shipping to get them to me. I am on the east coast (PEI) so my options are fairly limited in terms of Olympic merchandise. We have no HBC, and only 2 Zellers both of which have little stock left.

If anyone could grab me some Red Mittens (Adult, large) that would be amazing. (I realize this is unlikely). But if anyone could get me any of the things listed above (1 out of three) that would be great!

[mh009]

it's crazy out here in van.
people stare when you walk by with the canada black/red/white jacket and plaid scarf!

[kockgunner]

there's a bed & linens store in Richmond Centre, on the same side as HMV and Champs, that has a lot of stuffed mascots on sale. They are cheaper than Save On.

Sorry I don't remember the store name.

The one beside Randy River? It's called Quiltz (with an s or a z). I was pretty shocked to see the $100 Muk Muk for $50 even during the first week of the Olympics while the Bay Superstore was selling it for $100. Apparently, it's $27 right now :O. I got one for a birthday present recently and I'm wondering if I should cuddle with it or put it aside and sell it in the future.

Btw, I saw Jean Chrètien at Pacific Centre going up the escalator at the regular Bay :D I wanted to say hi but I was too scared.

[evansbuhr]

Hi All,

I'm a new member and have enjoyed reading the posts relating to Olympic clothing sightings! For those who are buying clothing through online sales, the clothing by HBC is made to fit very snug to the body, and I have needed to go up one full size from what I would normally wear and what the HBC sizing chart says would fit me, because the clothing is made on the small side. Just an FYI!

I called HBC downtown Vancouver last Thursday and they thought they would have some Olympic stock through the Paralympic Games, but didn't know what exactly would be restocked.

Tracey

[crazycoward]

Hi All,

I'm a new member and have enjoyed reading the posts relating to Olympic clothing sightings! For those who are buying clothing through online sales, the clothing by HBC is made to fit very snug to the body, and I have needed to go up one full size from what I would normally wear and what the HBC sizing chart says would fit me, because the clothing is made on the small side. Just an FYI!

I called HBC downtown Vancouver last Thursday and they thought they would have some Olympic stock through the Paralympic Games, but didn't know what exactly would be restocked.

Tracey


their volunteer clothing is over one size too big. Their men's medium felt like an xl

[sfu_lifer]

The one beside Randy River? It's called Quiltz (with an s or a z). I was pretty shocked to see the $100 Muk Muk for $50 even during the first week of the Olympics while the Bay Superstore was selling it for $100. Apparently, it's $27 right now :O. I got one for a birthday present recently and I'm wondering if I should cuddle with it or put it aside and sell it in the future.

Btw, I saw Jean Chrètien at Pacific Centre going up the escalator at the regular Bay :D I wanted to say hi but I was too scared.

Where is the muk muk for $27?? I want one :)

[1226]

Not sure if this has already been posted but my local Canadian Tire (Market Crossing in Burnaby) has all their pins on for $2.99 (I bought 10 :cheesygri). Not sure about other locations but the tag looked like one of their flyer tags so I would guess it is.

[rabbit]

> hopefully the women's XL is like a men' Large and the differences between the men's and women's are subtle.

You'll notice it in the shoulders. Sleeves will be shorter. And it might be puffy in the boob area, although this is for jackets that are more tailored.

[Canada_7]

If they do restock for the Paralympic Games, that would really please people :D.

[confused]

Anyone know where I can find those black Canada hoodies/zip ups that I've seen the prime minister wearing? Anyone know how much they go for?

[nvlizzy]

I was up in the rain at Grouse Mountain today. Olympic t-shirts and Hoodies were buy one-get one 1/2 off. This is of course the non HBC line.They had quite a bit of stock in the Spirit Gallery including the Quatchi Face Toques at 50% off the $29.99 price tag. Still lots of pins in the Spirit Gallery too-but not discounted yet.

[ZIgot]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

Does anybody know what is the original price of this when they were available?
Thx

[jaszy]

If they do restock for the Paralympic Games, that would really please people :D.

I really hope they do. I'm one of the late ones. :cry:

[N_Raged]

Does anybody know what is the original price of this when they were available?
Thx
There's two versions. A thick hand-knit version for $350 and a slightly thinner machine-knit version for $100. Both are very warm. The machine-knit also comes in kids' size for $75.

[Canada_7]

For that red with black/white sleeve soft shell hooded jacket, how does the black base version (no not the quilted jacket) compare? Was it the same base price when it came out?

[mh009]

Anyone know where I can find those black Canada hoodies/zip ups that I've seen the prime minister wearing? Anyone know how much they go for?

the black one... as in what he was wearing today? did it have CANADA or just the C?
I don't recall exactly but I think he was either wearing the quilted jacket or the soft shell hoodie jacket. Yesterday he was wearing the red version of the soft shell hoodie (pictures in this thread) which runs for $100 retail for men sizes.
goodluck finding it!

[mh009]

For that red with black/white sleeve soft shell hooded jacket, how does the black base version (no not the quilted jacket) compare? Was it the same base price when it came out?

They are the same except for the colours. the red and black are reversed.
the colour swaps are for the main body colour, inside & outside of the hoodie and the red or black colour panel along the shoulder.
retail is $100 for adult mens.

[dc4]

Update from YVR:

All large size mittens are gone, less than 100 pairs left of s/m from 10,000 pair shipment in 1 day, amazing.

4 pack of mascots are on sale for $29.99 @ Vancouver News store.

These deals are after security towards A gate (Westjet).

[canabiz]

Can't believe some people are asking for $25 for those mittens on eBay. Add $20 in shipping and you have a tidy profit.

Good thing the Olympic is ending tomorrow.

[zod]

Anyone know where I can find those black Canada hoodies/zip ups that I've seen the prime minister wearing? Anyone know how much they go for?

They were 50 bux, but I think they've been sold out everywhere for a while now.

[jessome17]

Can't believe some people are asking for $25 for those mittens on eBay. Add $20 in shipping and you have a tidy profit.

Good thing the Olympic is ending tomorrow.

Hey canabiz, anything good left in the Ottawa area?

[hotoffthepress]

Not sure if this has already been posted but my local Canadian Tire (Market Crossing in Burnaby) has all their pins on for $2.99 (I bought 10 :cheesygri). Not sure about other locations but the tag looked like one of their flyer tags so I would guess it is.

Too bad some pins look like is only available from The Bay/Vancouver2010.com; not even Zellers carries them. Still regular priced.

[canabiz]

Hey canabiz, anything good left in the Ottawa area?

I doubt it. I was at a couple of the Bay locations before X-mas looking for a Men's CANADA hoodie, size Medium and there was nothing.

You may luck out and find some mittens here but I suspect the shelves are quite bare now. As some of the previous post indicate, leftover stock was shipped to B.C.

[craftsman]

If they do restock for the Paralympic Games, that would really please people :D.

They have too... at least in Vancouver. If I were planning this, I would have scheduled a shipment of stock to arrive a week or so before the Paralympics to fill in any gaps.

[Deals Deals Deals]

Would you wear clothing that says "Vancouver 2010" after the Olympics? just wondering.

[Canada_7]

Would you wear clothing that says "Vancouver 2010" after the Olympics? just wondering.

I wouldn't mind. I tried on the hoodie some time before the Olympics started (plus a friend of mine has the hoodie) and it was pretty decent IMHO. The soft shell from the feel of it (from like whatever was left, which were kid sizes) were alright.

[thematrix49]

Well there is still at least 10 months that it is still relevant to the year... after that its vintage clothing. Memorabilia.... Same reason my Dad still wears his 1969 Woodstock T-shirt I guess...

[jessome17]

I doubt it. I was at a couple of the Bay locations before X-mas looking for a Men's CANADA hoodie, size Medium and there was nothing.

You may luck out and find some mittens here but I suspect the shelves are quite bare now. As some of the previous post indicate, leftover stock was shipped to B.C.

My dad was there last week looking for a hoodie for me but he got the one with the "C" on it, said there was a good number of those left.

I was a little surprised when I walked into my local Bay and found the shelves bare a couple of days into the Olympics, but then I realized they must've sent their stock to Vancouver. Sucks though, cause like other members I think it would've been nice to leave us a little bit in the suburbs.

Gonna keep checking dt Montreal for podium jackets, I know I probably won't find any but I'll keep looking anyways.

[hotoffthepress]

Would you wear clothing that says "Vancouver 2010" after the Olympics? just wondering.

I'm hunting for a "Mukmuk" toque for regular wear (even after the Olympics). It'll be a good conversation piece :lol: and maybe score me some air time at the Canucks games.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3477/3241558349_b9e7297f9a.jpg

"Mukmuk for Mascot" (http://blogs.wsj.com/dailyfix/2010/02/26/mukmuk-for-mascot/)

[canabiz]

My dad was there last week looking for a hoodie for me but he got the one with the "C" on it, said there was a good number of those left.

I was a little surprised when I walked into my local Bay and found the shelves bare a couple of days into the Olympics, but then I realized they must've sent their stock to Vancouver. Sucks though, cause like other members I think it would've been nice to leave us a little bit in the suburbs.

Gonna keep checking dt Montreal for podium jackets, I know I probably won't find any but I'll keep looking anyways.

I hear ya, the one with the *C* is not exactly in high demand as the one with CANADA across the front...but if you have one then that's better than nothing. I may just grab the $70 hoodie from ROOTS.

Don't forget to keep an eye out on craigslist and kijiji for the items you want to buy...I am sure people will jack the prices up and I don't blame them because I'd be doing the same thing.

[Canada_7]

I forgot I was in the bidding for a soft shell jacket. I was taking a look every 5 minutes and completely forgot about it until the last 10 seconds. Then the thing spiked up about $50 from I last checked it 5 mins ago.

Oh well...even my maximum was really pushing it. The winning bid was just ridiculous.

[jessome17]

I hear ya, the one with the *C* is not exactly in high demand as the one with CANADA across the front...but if you have one then that's better than nothing. I may just grab the $70 hoodie from ROOTS.

Don't forget to keep an eye out on craigslist and kijiji for the items you want to buy...I am sure people will jack the prices up and I don't blame them because I'd be doing the same thing.

Yeah I noticed those weren't as popular, I find the "C" is a little odd for a logo

I got really lucky and walked into The Bay in Montreal on Thursday and found the Canada hoodie I was looking for, last one in my size, couldn't believe it! Went back this morning and it was pretty bare.. guess my luck ran out for now.

I'm actually surprised, there's only one person selling the podium jacket on kijiji (who's actually in Ottawa) and no one on craigslist.. but you're right I'll have to keep checking there as well!


I forgot I was in the bidding for a soft shell jacket. I was taking a look every 5 minutes and completely forgot about it until the last 10 seconds. Then the thing spiked up about $50 from I last checked it 5 mins ago.

Oh well...even my maximum was really pushing it. The winning bid was just ridiculous.

How much did it go for?

[Sansul]

I do not understand all the hype about these mittens. I see a lot of them on the bus, and every pair is all frayed and they don't look like they could survive a single winter. 50 cent mittens with 9.50$ due to a logo.

[jessome17]

I do not understand all the hype about these mittens. I see a lot of them on the bus, and every pair is all frayed and they don't look like they could survive a single winter. 50 cent mittens with 9.50$ due to a logo.

I personally think it's the maple leaf on the palms :lol::cheesygri

[Talamasca]

Would you wear clothing that says "Vancouver 2010" after the Olympics? just wondering.

I still have my Roots Canada hoodie from the 2004 games in Athens and it's still in perfect condition. I'll be wearing it tomorrow to the bar to watch the big game.

I'm kinda kicking myself for not getting some 2010 HBC gear. I remember going to The Bay and Zellers during November/December and seeing tons and tons of stock, thinking that this would be deeply discounted once the Olympics were over like with the 2008 gear. Oops. :(

[NsK450]

im looking for 2 pairs of s/m red mittens...cannot find anywhere in MTL...omg

[Canada_7]

How much did it go for?

I don't remember what my bid was (I think I went $200 as my max initially, which explains what I said was the $50 increase in the last 5 mins; I tried to push it to $220 just for the sake of it in case), but it went for like $250 or $260. I went at it because it was the only listing they had of my size (small). I already had my wallet raped to get the hoodie (don't ask) so it wasn't all too bad I guess.

Here's to hoping for a restock for the Paralympics and stores having stock (including those outside of Vancouver and across Canada).

[Handa]

im looking for 2 pairs of s/m red mittens...cannot find anywhere in MTL...omg

i'll never get you mitten people, these have been available since the fall

[Fatman]

darn, still looking for the black quilted jackets in Toronto...

[gmark2000]

Everyone wear Canadian gear on Sunday!

[quanvon]

was at Coast Mountain/Sportchek at metrotown today and all their olympic wear is B1G1F (previously B1G1 50% off). Tons of stuff. Car flags which were $25 are now $5.

couldn't find anything on their website, so YMMV. I've been told that Metrotown is one of the top 3 stores, so i assume they'd have the best selection, although they're probably also a lot busier than other locations.

[quanvon]

darn, still looking for the black quilted jackets in Toronto...
i've heard that ALL stock out east was sent to Vancouver as everything was being sold out and not much left at the bay downtown's olympic store.

[syee99]

i've heard that ALL stock out east was sent to Vancouver as everything was being sold out and not much left at the bay downtown's olympic store.

I was out at the Olympic store yesterday. There's still a bunch of stuff, but none of the "in demand" stuff is left. (i.e. the Canada zip up hoodies, the soft shell zip up hoodies)

All that was left as of yesterday were mostly the Canada T-shirts, the Nike Canada maple leaf pullover hoodie sweaters. The only jackets are the $500 down jackets. Kids sizes have a bit more selection, but for the most part, adult sized stuff has been picked through pretty well and there's only a few items left.

No mittens except for kids sizes.

[ClemixMedia]

I called HBC toll free number (so not store specific) and emailed them as well and both confirmed that everything was sent to vancouver and the quilted jacket is sold out across province(ontario). Funny thing is the person on the phone told me they could do a store to store transfer as long as they have the item in stock. So i called vancouver downtown store and the lady told me people are lining up just to get inside the store so no way they would do a store to store transfer.

wasted my long d minutes :evil:

[licorice]

there's a bed & linens store in Richmond Centre, on the same side as HMV and Champs, that has a lot of stuffed mascots on sale. They are cheaper than Save On.

Sorry I don't remember the store name.

It's called Quilts Etc. The store in Hillside Mall in Victoria has Quatchi plush and other stuff. Their website says Vancouver 2010 merchandise available in all their stores.

http://www.quiltsetc.com/vancouver2010/giftstoys.htm?AdID=13&AdID=47

[crazycoward]

I'm hunting for a "Mukmuk" toque for regular wear (even after the Olympics). It'll be a good conversation piece :lol: and maybe score me some air time at the Canucks games.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3477/3241558349_b9e7297f9a.jpg

"Mukmuk for Mascot" (http://blogs.wsj.com/dailyfix/2010/02/26/mukmuk-for-mascot/)

i bought the toque at london drugs in north vancouver for half price. you may want to call before you head out and try it though.

[bugsee]

I do not understand all the hype about these mittens. I see a lot of them on the bus, and every pair is all frayed and they don't look like they could survive a single winter. 50 cent mittens with 9.50$ due to a logo.

Nl Kidding! I posted earlier about the made in China garbage and the gloves we bought for our 7 yo. Those gloves lasted one day.

It was great when Roots designed and made the stuff in Canada. I still have a roots hat and bomber jacket. They quality is amazing. Shame on the Bay, I say!

I know, I know they have like 1% of the olympic wear that is Made in Canada, that is just the Bay throwing us a bone so we shut up about it. LOL!

[gmark2000]

i'll never get you mitten people, these have been available since the fall
http://img.timeinc.net/time/daily/2010/1002/red_mittens_0225.jpg
http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1963484_1963490_1968049,00.html

HBC CEO Jeffrey Sherman says the company has sold about 3.5 million pairs since their October 2009 debut; thanks to the Olympics, 1.5 million have cleared the shelves since Feb. 1. But get this: Hudson's Bay does not make a dime off the phenomenon. Net proceeds from mitten sales go right to the Canadian Olympic Committee to fund athletes' programs. To date, Sherman says the mittens have generated $12 million in net proceeds. Does he regret not negotiating a cut? "Not at all," he says. "We entered into this to do the right thing." What's more, Sherman notes that mitten-mania has increased traffic to the stores, helping boost sales for other items.

Read more: http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1963484_1963490_1968049,00.html#ixzz0gqYjE eXf

[aliikram]

...
I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.

...

Roots "quality"? If there is anything Roots is good at it, it is overpriced goods with mediocre quality. The icon and sign of quality it was in the 90s is long gone.

[fergy]

In a few weeks, all of this will cost a fraction of the current price. A small fraction.

I miss the Roots quality, but if someone likes HBC stuff, quality-wise, please post.

In any case, I'll be waiting until the cost plummets! Won't be long now...

At 12:01 AM tonight. ;)

[Canada_7]

Madchester, check your pms please...quick!

[jessome17]

im looking for 2 pairs of s/m red mittens...cannot find anywhere in MTL...omg

Check The Bay at Champlain Mall in Brossard, was there about 2 weekends ago and they had a lot of red mittens, only in S/M.. not sure if they'll still have em' though, best call ahead of time.

[Canada_7]

So yeah...I just won an auction for the boys size 14/16 of the soft shell jacket. VERY impulsive buy though. Here's the thing:

I normally wear small for outerwear. In the item description, it said it fitted like a men's XS...But when I went to the stores, I tried on a zipped up sweater (not the same one, but like one of the Vancouver 2010 ones) in size small and it was a bit baggy...now I'm ridiculously nervous as to what I'm gonna do.

I've also bidded on a regular men's small but my max bid for that item is the minimal bid.

[jessome17]

So yeah...I just won an auction for the boys size 14/16 of the soft shell jacket. VERY impulsive buy though. Here's the thing:

I normally wear small for outerwear. In the item description, it said it fitted like a men's XS...But when I went to the stores, I tried on a zipped up sweater (not the same one, but like one of the Vancouver 2010 ones) in size small and it was a bit baggy...now I'm ridiculously nervous as to what I'm gonna do.

I've also bidded on a regular men's small but my max bid for that item is the minimal bid.

I think you'll be ok with the 14/16 and if it doesn't fit then you can always resell on ebay, or on here!

[Madchester]

I don't have the soft shell jacket.

I have the quilted jacket. I have too many of the former variety in my closet already!

[man_kap]

I called HBC toll free number (so not store specific) and emailed them as well and both confirmed that everything was sent to vancouver and the quilted jacket is sold out across province(ontario). Funny thing is the person on the phone told me they could do a store to store transfer as long as they have the item in stock. So i called vancouver downtown store and the lady told me people are lining up just to get inside the store so no way they would do a store to store transfer.

wasted my long d minutes :evil:

Damn. I really wanted the quilted jacket. I hope they decide to sell a variation of the jacket after the olympics.

[Canada_7]

I don't have the soft shell jacket.

I have the quilted jacket. I have too many of the former variety in my closet already!

Alright, thanks anyway (yeah I also went back a few pages and noticed the soft shell jacket from your pic wasn't there :lol: ). For your quilted jacket, were you able to fit anything long sleeve clothing inside?

EDIT: Here's my list of Olympic merchandise...got absolutely raped in the wallet.

- Soft shell jacket (don't ask...way too much)
- CANADA hoodie (don't ask...way too much)
- Team Canada hockey jersey in white (used 15% off coupon from online, got it in youth size as it fits me better and cheaper :lol: )
- 4 pack of mascot plushes (also used 15% off coupon from online)

[Madchester]

Alright, thanks anyway (yeah I also went back a few pages and noticed the soft shell jacket from your pic wasn't there :lol: ). For your quilted jacket, were you able to fit anything long sleeve clothing inside?



I can wear a cardy underneath no problem... anything else is a tight fit. So a Men's Small may be a better fit for me than my Womens Medium.

The material for the soft shell is kinda "stubborn"... i.e., not overfly flexible. So you may need to wear one size up... as some ppl hinted at in other posts.

[NsK450]

Check The Bay at Champlain Mall in Brossard, was there about 2 weekends ago and they had a lot of red mittens, only in S/M.. not sure if they'll still have em' though, best call ahead of time.

went there already last thursday...none left...I mean ZERO olympic stuff..they transferred everything

[Canada_7]

I personally like the "I Believe" version of the toque more than the red/white/black one.

[TeriyakiJack]

Huge ymmv but I was just at the lululemon lab on broadway and they were giving away all their lululemon "hockey helmuts". Basically a toque fashioned like a helmut. Retails for $24. Don't know if this is happening at all stores or not.

[eey777]

Just got a 24" Mukmuk for $50 (about 1 hr ago).

Gastown photo / LD / the Saveons I visited were all out of that size of Mukmuk, but Urban Fare in Coal Harbour (Cordova and Bute) still had 3 or so at the checkouts (not with the rest of the Olympic stuff). If they run out, maybe try Urban Fare in Yaletown, but I didn't see any on Friday. I asked relatives in Victoria and Kelowna to look for the discounted Mukmuk (without success) and I saw them for full price at the downtown Vancouver Sears on Friday (there were at least 3 at the time) but couldn't bear to pay $100. Quiltz / Quilts Etc was all out as well.

You need to use your save-on-more card (or ? Urban Fare card ?) to get the discount price at Saveon or Urban Fare.

Gastown photo had lots of the nice boxed mukmuks - I think they were $10 from $20. No mittens on them. The kids' store next door had the medium ones but I didn't notice the price.

[Canada_7]

There will be no updates until the end of the hockey game at least :lol: .

[nvlizzy]

GOLD! Wear all your Canada gear with pride!!! Back to the point-I managed to pick up a black CANADA zip up hoody in a boys 10/12 (which actually fits me!) at Zellers in Lynn Valley on Friday-it was at the return desk...keep checking everyone, some silly people are still returning this stuff!

[Madchester]

This win will only drive up demand for team Canada merchandise.

[Canada_7]

They seriously should do a restock, at least for the Paralympics.

[jaszy]

They seriously should do a restock, at least for the Paralympics.

+1. They don't really have anything to lose. :( I shall be closely monitoring this thread in the weeks to come. Sigh.

OT: Yay for the Mens Hockey Team! My heart almost skipped a beat when USA tied. Wowza. Sid the Kid finally comes through. :cheesygri

[ClemixMedia]

ctv olympic store is extremely slow for me right now.. i hope i can still get my hands on the commemorative dvd set. GO CANADAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAA

[Damed]

Good luck getting a Crosby Jersey now!

[Canada_7]

ctv olympic store is extremely slow for me right now.. i hope i can still get my hands on the commemorative dvd set. GO CANADAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAA

It's preorders, so I think they should be able to. I mean the DVD/blu-rays haven't exactly been made yet. I've done my part to pay for the Olympics I suppose :lol: . Wallet is not happy.

[Carebear]

Here's to hoping for a restock for the Paralympics and stores having stock (including those outside of Vancouver and across Canada).

When I chatted with one of the sales staff at the Bay on Queen St earlier today, she said there was nothing left for them to do a restock for the Paralympics. All of the gear was put out for the Olympics. Perhaps she is wrong. There were very slim pickings at the Olympic store downtown today. The $500 down jackets were still available, as were ladies' yoga pants, dish towels, and children's CANADA hoodies and t-shirts.

[zod]

When I chatted with one of the sales staff at the Bay on Queen St earlier today, she said there was nothing left for them to do a restock for the Paralympics. All of the gear was put out for the Olympics. Perhaps she is wrong. There were very slim pickings at the Olympic store downtown today. The $500 down jackets were still available, as were ladies' yoga pants, dish towels, and children's CANADA hoodies and t-shirts.

You would think if they had merch left, they would of put it on the shelves, rather than letting it sit. If they had the productive means to produce more, they would of already?

They knew there were supply issues 2 weeks ago when the pulled most of the merchandies in the bays across canada and redirected it to vancouver.

I doubt they have enough time before the paralympic games to create more? I think the bay totally underestimated demand (after the '08 debacle), but being on home turf, and the fact the merchandise looks pretty good this time. it sold out quick.

I wasn't familiar with any of it until I saw the opening ceremonies (otherwise i'd of picked some up sooner). I went the next morning and the local bay store here got ramsacked and never restocked.

anyways i'm pretty hesitent about a restock. they'd have to order more to be made i think.

[Canada_7]

So yeah...I just won an auction for the boys size 14/16 of the soft shell jacket. VERY impulsive buy though. Here's the thing:

I normally wear small for outerwear. In the item description, it said it fitted like a men's XS...But when I went to the stores, I tried on a zipped up sweater (not the same one, but like one of the Vancouver 2010 ones) in size small and it was a bit baggy...now I'm ridiculously nervous as to what I'm gonna do.

I've also bidded on a regular men's small but my max bid for that item is the minimal bid.

Update: I have now won a second auction for a men's size small of the soft shell jacket in black. That means I'm awaiting the following 2 soft shell jackets:

- Red with white/black sleeve in boys 14/16
- Black with white/red sleeve in men's small

So whichever one doesn't fit me as well, I'm gonna throw it back up either on eBay or on RFD.

[jrross]

Hey,

if anyone knows where they can be purchased, please let me know. I'd like to get a medium womens one.

Thanks

JR

[thefeebster]

Hey,

if anyone knows where they can be purchased, please let me know. I'd like to get a medium womens one.

Thanks

JR

Ummm... my cousin works for CTV, and i believe it is solely for Staff, not for sale.


Huge ymmv but I was just at the lululemon lab on broadway and they were giving away all their lululemon "hockey helmuts". Basically a toque fashioned like a helmut. Retails for $24. Don't know if this is happening at all stores or not.

Damn it, i was there earlier this morning around 10am... Nothing! It was marked down to $10, at that time.

I am waiting for further sales on stuff at that location... i really like their toques more than HBC and their mittens too. Will try to head there tomorrow afternoon.

[Madchester]

Ummm... my cousin works for CTV, and i believe it is solely for Staff, not for sale.

I've seen it on eBay and craigslist....

Obviously the seller blacked out their face, while posing for that red CTV jacket

[a in yul]

went to yorkdale on thursday and there were 3 parkas tagged $500.. if i knew it might be $150 i would definitely snag one up

anyone see the down parka in montreal, xl, xxl..thx!

[Robsmith0317]

Ya, most of the items are expensive:(

[kmchow]

Just got a 24" Mukmuk for $50 (about 1 hr ago).

Gastown photo / LD / the Saveons I visited were all out of that size of Mukmuk, but Urban Fare in Coal Harbour (Cordova and Bute) still had 3 or so at the checkouts (not with the rest of the Olympic stuff). If they run out, maybe try Urban Fare in Yaletown, but I didn't see any on Friday. I asked relatives in Victoria and Kelowna to look for the discounted Mukmuk (without success) and I saw them for full price at the downtown Vancouver Sears on Friday (there were at least 3 at the time) but couldn't bear to pay $100. Quiltz / Quilts Etc was all out as well.
The quilts place, near Royal Bank, at Oakridge mall, has a cart in front of the store, that had the 24" Mukmuk for $50 as of Sat,not sure about now. They also had deal if you spend over something like $55-$65, they'll throw in a Olympic mascot backpack. I guess those haven't sold well.

[jessome17]

anyone see the down parka in montreal, xl, xxl..thx!

Yeah they have a whole bunch dt, in various colours as well. I think I even saw it in red yesterday morning.

[a in yul]

Yeah they have a whole bunch dt, in various colours as well. I think I even saw it in red yesterday morning.

thks, will have to go down domani then...!! with the winter clothes or elsewhere...?

cheers!
DT bay right?

[gmark2000]

Ummm... my cousin works for CTV, and i believe it is solely for Staff, not for sale.

The CTV jackets were worn not only by the broadcast teams but also the CTV's VIPs and guests. They were entertaining their top advertisers and suppliers and had taken over the whole Wedgewood Hotel situated near the CTV BC studio at Robson & Burrard.

[gmark2000]

Good luck getting a Crosby Jersey now!

So glad I got mine at Canada Hockey Place's Olympic Store last week.

[Madchester]

Ya, most of the items are expensive:(

THIS is expensive: http://cgi.ebay.ca/RED-OFFICIAL-2010-OLYMPIC-TEAM-CANADA-QUILTED-JACKET_W0QQitemZ270537876481QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_ Olympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item3efd506401

Supposedly only 600 produced. So enough for each Canadian athlete at the Games (200-ish) and their crew/coaches.

The only one I've seen in person was at the B/Y window display. They're not selling the red quilted jackets directly to the public. Makes the black ones fetching $500+ seem "cheap".


Happy I found my trapper hat last week at the Bay... albeit a youth size. Being worn by the athletes at the Closing Ceremony, it will only make them even more harder to procure on the secondhand market.

[jessome17]

thks, will have to go down domani then...!! with the winter clothes or elsewhere...?

cheers!
DT bay right?

no no, with the rest of the olympic section, just go through the de maisoneuve/union entrance and they should be on the racks next to the aisle in full view, not in the back. I'm not guaranteeing they'll have any left though :( I'll be going myself to see what they have. I'm afraid they've gotten rid of it or sent it out to Vancouver

Madchester, I saw someone asking for almost $1500 for the red podium jacket. It may have been the same user but didn't get what he wanted.

[Yankees 1903]

Just buy a replica Team Canada jersey and have the name and number put on it after at a shop. Easy way of getting a jersey of any player you want like Crosby.

[thefeebster]

The CTV jackets were worn not only by the broadcast teams but also the CTV's VIPs and guests. They were entertaining their top advertisers and suppliers and had taken over the whole Wedgewood Hotel situated near the CTV BC studio at Robson & Burrard.

Sure, but you still can't buy them online or in-store, which is what the op was asking for. You have to either work for them or be given one by the CTV staff. If you want to use ebay, i guess thats another way.


Just buy a replica Team Canada jersey and have the name and number put on it after at a shop. Easy way of getting a jersey of any player you want like Crosby.

Yikes, i've seen some really terrible ones like this, around town. Some are down-right appalling, especially a few Toews ones that i wish i took a picture of. Make sure you see what the store is selling. A lot that i've seen have the names much to wide, red stitching instead of white, and have a very odd scale to them.

See differences in these examples:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacques_daigneault/4397703730/sizes/l/
This one isn't actually bad. I actually like the ones privately done, b/c they look more proportionate, but you can see the numbers go over a seam. The middle one is the standard by Nike.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sockeyed/4396910057/in/set-72157623374007317/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/changphoto/4397009689/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ravenswift/4395975721/in/set-72157623529401124/

Don't know if small things like this matter to any of you, but i am kind of OCD about the jerseys i buy hahah. And if i am not mistaken or if they have all sold out, still check the 5th floor of the Bay. Last Sunday they had a good 20-ish Crosbys left. A lot more Luongos, which i hope are marked down tomorrow!

[LanEvoVII]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/changphoto/4397009689/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ravenswift/4395975721/in/set-72157623529401124/


The ones wearing crosby, the left and right are fake. The Brodeur one is also fake. These jerseys can be bought from jersey101 for $50:o

[mikka1989]

team canada #87 jerseys should be flying off the racks

[dmxlite]

THIS is expensive: http://cgi.ebay.ca/RED-OFFICIAL-2010-OLYMPIC-TEAM-CANADA-QUILTED-JACKET_W0QQitemZ270537876481QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_ Olympics_Fan_Shop?hash=item3efd506401

Supposedly only 600 produced. So enough for each Canadian athlete at the Games (200-ish) and their crew/coaches.

The only one I've seen in person was at the B/Y window display. They're not selling the red quilted jackets directly to the public. Makes the black ones fetching $500+ seem "cheap".

That ebay one might be a fake, or a sample.

Look at the picture the seller is posting of Jon Montgomery wearing the jacket and the jacket itself. You will notice:


The hole for the A in Canada on the jacket being sold is smaller than the real jacket that Jon Montgomery is wearing.

The CAN patch on the left arm of the jacket being sold is higher on the arm than the real one.


Check these other pictures.

No apparent patches on the right arm of the jacket being sold (maybe hidden from view), as shown here (http://www.cbc.ca/gfx/images/news/photos/2010/02/23/bc-100223-moir-virtue-medals.jpg)

Zipped up, spacing between the N and the second A in the jacket being sold is different from what's shown in this picture (http://www.ctvolympics.ca/photos/galleries/id=42596/galleries.html#/48074)

Shape of the letter D is also wrong, see this pic (http://www.ctvolympics.ca/photos/galleries/id=42596/galleries.html#/54315)

[ZIgot]

That ebay one might be a fake, or a sample.

Look at the picture the seller is posting of Jon Montgomery wearing the jacket and the jacket itself. You will notice:


The hole for the A in Canada on the jacket being sold is smaller than the real jacket that Jon Montgomery is wearing.

The CAN patch on the left arm of the jacket being sold is higher on the arm than the real one.


Check these other pictures.

No apparent patches on the right arm of the jacket being sold (maybe hidden from view), as shown here (http://www.cbc.ca/gfx/images/news/photos/2010/02/23/bc-100223-moir-virtue-medals.jpg)

Zipped up, spacing between the N and the second A in the jacket being sold is different from what's shown in this picture (http://www.ctvolympics.ca/photos/galleries/id=42596/galleries.html#/48074)

Shape of the letter D is also wrong, see this pic (http://www.ctvolympics.ca/photos/galleries/id=42596/galleries.html#/54315)


If someone can get access to those Olympics logo, he/she can just sew on anything ... so making a fake is not that hard.

[Grey Merlin]

Geez, I would rather buy a jersey with no name on it. Who cares if it's Crosby, Brodeur, Luongo,.......

[nvlizzy]

Icoke.ca $10 off gc's at Vancouver2010.com have disappeared. So much for my brilliant plan of racking them up then buying the CTV Blu-ray.:(

[Yankees 1903]

Sure, but you still can't buy them online or in-store, which is what the op was asking for. You have to either work for them or be given one by the CTV staff. If you want to use ebay, i guess thats another way.



Yikes, i've seen some really terrible ones like this, around town. Some are down-right appalling, especially a few Toews ones that i wish i took a picture of. Make sure you see what the store is selling. A lot that i've seen have the names much to wide, red stitching instead of white, and have a very odd scale to them.

See differences in these examples:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jacques_daigneault/4397703730/sizes/l/
This one isn't actually bad. I actually like the ones privately done, b/c they look more proportionate, but you can see the numbers go over a seam. The middle one is the standard by Nike.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sockeyed/4396910057/in/set-72157623374007317/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/changphoto/4397009689/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ravenswift/4395975721/in/set-72157623529401124/

Don't know if small things like this matter to any of you, but i am kind of OCD about the jerseys i buy hahah. And if i am not mistaken or if they have all sold out, still check the 5th floor of the Bay. Last Sunday they had a good 20-ish Crosbys left. A lot more Luongos, which i hope are marked down tomorrow!

It's pretty easy to have the name and number put on a jersey if you have someone who actually knows what their doing handle it. The pics you showed looks like those guys are wearing some cheap fakes. I have bought a replica jersey's before and has the name and number put on it and the quality was just as good as the authentic. I always do that with replica jersey's instead of buying them with name and number already on it since the workmanship is better.

[Yankees 1903]

Geez, I would rather buy a jersey with no name on it. Who cares if it's Crosby, Brodeur, Luongo,.......

There were guys playing on the Canadian team that also play for people's favorite NHL team. I would much rather have a Crosby jersey than a blank the same way most Canuck fans would rather have a Luongo jersey than a blank.

[BobSagget]

Icoke.ca $10 off gc's at Vancouver2010.com have disappeared. So much for my brilliant plan of racking them up then buying the CTV Blu-ray.:(

I don't have enough points to buy so I can't test but here is the link:
https://secure.icoke.ca/ssldocs/buy/checkout/vanoc-digital-gift-cards10

Hopefully the button still lets you check out even though the page looks a little messed up now.

[Madchester]

That ebay one might be a fake, or a sample.

Look at the picture the seller is posting of Jon Montgomery wearing the jacket and the jacket itself. You will notice:

[LIST]
The hole for the A in Canada on the jacket being sold is smaller than the real jacket that Jon Montgomery is wearing.


I own the black podium quilted jacket - and this red one on eBay looks legit to me. Only difference between the red and black versions are A) it's red and B) there's that additional Canadian flag patch below the Vancouver 2010 patch on the right arm. The seller could have done a better job showing the patches on the right arm. For my black jacket, the stitching is raised around the "holes"... so it gives this optical illusion of being bigger than they actually are.

Regardless, my point is if the public black versions have a street value of $500,,, you'll have an even bigger hole in your wallet getting the red ones. Officially, the Bay's only releasing them through auctions and charity events - there's some HBC golf tournament coming up where they're selling off some signed ones.

[nvlizzy]

I don't have enough points to buy so I can't test but here is the link:
https://secure.icoke.ca/ssldocs/buy/checkout/vanoc-digital-gift-cards10

Hopefully the button still lets you check out even though the page looks a little messed up now.

Thanks for the effort-it went as far as the final confirmation and then stated error in end!

[marcXcore]

http://shop.ebay.ca/i.html?_nkw=olympic+sweater+wool&_sacat=0&_trksid=p3286.m270.l1313&_odkw=olympic+sweater+wool&_osacat=0&bkBtn=1

$400-500?
Ouch.

It really helps to have family in Vancouver.
I got my brother to line up and buy one for me on Saturday at the HBC Superstore, but now I'm tempted to sell mine and get a real hand knit cowichan sweater instead of this 'replica' by HBC. It's unbelievable what some people will pay to be part of this whole thing.

[chaingunsofdoom]

Not a hot deal, but for informational purposes there are red Nike hockey "Gold" t-shirts out at the Bay this morning. $30.

[brougham]

The ones wearing crosby, the left and right are fake. The Brodeur one is also fake. These jerseys can be bought from jersey101 for $50:o

Looking for a jersey in smaller sizes Mens small 40-42 ... anyone know of any places besides jersey101?

[BobSagget]

Not a hot deal, but for informational purposes there are red Nike hockey "Gold" t-shirts out at the Bay this morning. $30.

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html
this one? not bad looking too bad it's nike

[LOOSEWHEEL]

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html
this one? not bad looking too bad it's nike

Looks like OOS already

[thefeebster]

It's pretty easy to have the name and number put on a jersey if you have someone who actually knows what their doing handle it. The pics you showed looks like those guys are wearing some cheap fakes. I have bought a replica jersey's before and has the name and number put on it and the quality was just as good as the authentic. I always do that with replica jersey's instead of buying them with name and number already on it since the workmanship is better.

Thats why i said make sure you know what you are getting before you are getting it done.

Yes, some are fakes, but some are not and you can see the poor worksmanship some places do. Its easy to say "you know a guy that does it well," but not everyone have had custom numbering before or know where to go. But i agree the quality is better if done well, in comparison to stitching done on nhl.com.

Any deals today at HBC??

[Canada_7]

http://shop.ebay.ca/i.html?_nkw=olympic+sweater+wool&_sacat=0&_trksid=p3286.m270.l1313&_odkw=olympic+sweater+wool&_osacat=0&bkBtn=1

$400-500?
Ouch.

It really helps to have family in Vancouver.
I got my brother to line up and buy one for me on Saturday at the HBC Superstore, but now I'm tempted to sell mine and get a real hand knit cowichan sweater instead of this 'replica' by HBC. It's unbelievable what some people will pay to be part of this whole thing.

I know all the Canadian athletes were wearing that yesterday at the closing ceremonies but I still can't picture myself in that. It just doesn't work.

Glad to see wearing apparel showing Canadian pride/proud to be Canadian is "cool" again (though was it ever not? well if it wasn't right now it's at its peak).

[benji82]

anyone have a promotional code for the ctv online olympic store?

[a in yul]

anyone see the down parka in montreal, xl, xxl..thx!


Yeah they have a whole bunch dt, in various colours as well. I think I even saw it in red yesterday morning.

there are 2 red ones left as of this morning; sizes M and XL, and a few blue/black ones too, 1 XXL, the rest mostly medium and a few large too..

big selection of i believe shirts, tops, and tshirts; very little Olympics gear though..

For those looking for baby clothes; huge selection of baby and kids at the Pointe Claire Zellers; nas some ladies and mens mostly small and medium wear at the Bay Pointe Claire..

Good Luck for those still looking; luke myself, lol..!

[the_fm]

I know all the Canadian athletes were wearing that yesterday at the closing ceremonies but I still can't picture myself in that. It just doesn't work.

Glad to see wearing apparel showing Canadian pride/proud to be Canadian is "cool" again (though was it ever not? well if it wasn't right now it's at its peak).

the sweater is really nice. reminds me of Starsky sweater :lol:

[jessome17]

there are 2 red ones left as of this morning; sizes M and XL, and a few blue/black ones too, 1 XXL, the rest mostly medium and a few large too..

big selection of i believe shirts, tops, and tshirts; very little Olympics gear though..

For those looking for baby clothes; huge selection of baby and kids at the Pointe Claire Zellers; nas some ladies and mens mostly small and medium wear at the Bay Pointe Claire..

Good Luck for those still looking; luke myself, lol..!

Yup I checked it out this morning, was kind of disappointed.. any podium jackets in Pointe Claire??

[a in yul]

Yup I checked it out this morning, was kind of disappointed.. any podium jackets in Pointe Claire??

nada, not to be seen anywhere...ohh, well, overspent on HBC gear anyways;

just as well...:)

[marcXcore]

Since this thread is titled Vancouver 2010 Olympics Merchandise, I'm going ahead and asking this question which may or may not get me lynched.

Does anyone know if the cardigans that the Americans wore at the closing ceremonies by Ralph Lauren are available anywhere? I checked the website and they only had polos.

[chaingunsofdoom]

There are several of those huge parkas in the Downtown Bay here. FWIW, the lady working said no sales until after the Paralympics.

[chaingunsofdoom]

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html
this one? not bad looking too bad it's nike

Yep, that's them.

[Canada_7]

the sweater is really nice. reminds me of Starsky sweater :lol:

:lol: I mean it isn't HORRIBLE, but the moose across the chest just makes it seem like a Christmas sweater instead. People can pull it off but I don't think I can.

[jessome17]

Since this thread is titled Vancouver 2010 Olympics Merchandise, I'm going ahead and asking this question which may or may not get me lynched.

Does anyone know if the cardigans that the Americans wore at the closing ceremonies by Ralph Lauren are available anywhere? I checked the website and they only had polos.

Maybe The Bay? They are selling the American collection too. I personally didn't like them, made me think of Hugh Heffner and his cardigans..

[Choco]

Trying to decide what size to get, for the jersey size

is M equivalent to L for women? with let say a hoodie underneath it?
is S equivalent to M for women?



Tried searching in ebay to get some idea on the size

Thx

[wcoastmom]

Does anyone know if everything is half price yet? Or do you think they'll wait until the Paralympics is over?

[Canada_7]

Trying to decide what size to get, for the jersey size

is M equivalent to L for women? with let say a hoodie underneath it?
is S equivalent to M for women?



Tried searching in ebay to get some idea on the size

Thx

Here's a chart Madchester posted from the HBC store site.


http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbcadultsizechart_en.png

For reference for ppl looking to exchange sizes....

[motomondo]

Is there anything on sale at The Bay yet?

I just came back from Zellers (it's almost next door to my office) and they have NOTHING on sale... all original prices.

[4got10]

the sweater is really nice. reminds me of Starsky sweater :lol:

I see women with that sweater on and all I see are Moose Boobs!

[jonkaho]

has anyone checked if Staples lowered their prices for the olympic plushies yet?

[Lone_Prodigy]

The London Drugs downtown (Georgia) is full of plushies. There are boxes on an aisle dedicated to them.

[anom]

Trying to decide what size to get, for the jersey size

is M equivalent to L for women? with let say a hoodie underneath it?
is S equivalent to M for women?



Tried searching in ebay to get some idea on the size

Thx

I would say S is equivalent to L or XL for women, and the arms are extra extra long :)

[Robsmith0317]

GO Canada GO, most gold medals ever!!! woo

[zelara]

Does anyone know where I can get the Quatchi kids' slippers in Victoria, BC? The Bay downtown is apparently sold out of anything I can fit in. I don't even care if it's discounted!

[1226]

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html
this one? not bad looking too bad it's nike

Here's the hat too: http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-hat/prod412101100.html

[Madchester]

B/Y update:

Was a loony bin there... ppl were just grabbing whatever they could of the remaining stock at the Olympic store. Nothing of interest left - even the last adult wearable red vest was in someone's arms. None of the mascots or HBC Canada collection's been marked down either.

Quiet on the G/F... where there's the Men's Vancouver 2010 collection, even though it's all 50% off regular price.

[nvlizzy]

I don't know if anyone would view this as a deal or not but Wonderbread is offering Olympic Stuffies with UPC's. 2 upcs per mascot, shipping at $7.00 for 1, $9.00 for 2, $10.00 for 3.
It doesn't seem like that cheap except if you have 6 UPC's and $10 for 3 stuffies, but considering how much bread my family eats 6 UPC's are not hard to do!

http://www.wonderbread.ca/pdf/mail_in_form_mascots09.pdf

[Madchester]

Does anyone know where I can get the Quatchi kids' slippers in Victoria, BC? The Bay downtown is apparently sold out of anything I can fit in. I don't even care if it's discounted!

HBC has them.. I saw 1 pair at B/Y in Toronto.

Rexall/PharmaPlus also has them... they were on 40% discount when i saw them last week.

Quatchi's the most popular mascot.. so his apparel's really spread thin if not sold out.

[ADRiiAN`]

Anyone know where I can find the Red Men's & Women's CANADA sweater anywhere in Mississauga, Brampton, or GTA?!

I don't care about discounts, I just can NEVER find it!

[tas69]

Here's the hat too: http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-hat/prod412101100.html

They actually added the hat to the website Saturday night (kinda like planning the parade route before the game was played).

[Tray091810]

Has anyone found the giant 24" Mukmuk for less than $50? Is $50 the cheapest out there?

[1226]

They actually added the hat to the website Saturday night (kinda like planning the parade route before the game was played).

Or could they say it was to celebrate the women's gold? Otherwise yikes.

[trini_gyalie]

Today I went to the Bay Yorkdale in Toronto and many of the olympic merchandise were sold out but they were regular priced. No discounts at all! But there were lots of people buying them at regular price!

Also I went to Sheridan Mall...at the Zellers...their olympic section of clothing was GONE! I asked the lady what happened && she said they were all sold out and all that's left are a few t-shirts which were at regular price (no discounts) and a few baseball caps.

[jens811]

Has anyone seen Miga or MukMuk fleece blankets, and mascot slippers? I heard they were $20 at Zellers but isn't that regular price? Anyone seen them on sale, anywhere? London Drugs, Zellers...other places?

[crazycoward]

Has anyone seen Miga or MukMuk fleece blankets, and mascot slippers? I heard they were $20 at Zellers but isn't that regular price? Anyone seen them on sale, anywhere? London Drugs, Zellers...other places?

london drugs had slippers for 50% but they might be hard to find now. call and ask.

[chaingunsofdoom]

Does anyone know where I can get the Quatchi kids' slippers in Victoria, BC? The Bay downtown is apparently sold out of anything I can fit in. I don't even care if it's discounted!

Know anyone in Calgary? LOL

The Downtown Bay here is packed with Kids stuff up on the 4th floor. They'd probably have some...

[calcuu]

Are all Bays having 50% off all their merchandise or only some stores?

[gheart008]

If anyone is interested, they're selling the "Mascot Pack with Mukmuk" at YVR for $30, basically 50% off:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/mascots/mascot-plush/vancouver-2010-mascot-pack-with-mukmuk/prod97014.html

I just bought one today after getting off the plane. Buying the individual plushes was still $15 each.

[gmark2000]

I went ahead and bought a couple kids hoodies regular price ($80) hoping to get a price adjustment in the next 14 days.

[FireHawk2k]

Has anyone found the giant 24" Mukmuk for less than $50? Is $50 the cheapest out there?

I've only found it for $50. Do you know where in GVR you can find one though? I think most places are sold out

[Fifster]

Has anyone seen Miga or MukMuk fleece blankets, and mascot slippers? I heard they were $20 at Zellers but isn't that regular price? Anyone seen them on sale, anywhere? London Drugs, Zellers...other places?

I saw some on Saturday at the Shoppers Drug Mart on Nelson & Hamilton in Vancouver. Can't remember if they were on sale but they definitely had the quatchi slippers there.

[dc4]

I've only found it for $50. Do you know where in GVR you can find one though? I think most places are sold out

There are tons at the YVR airport.

[_RFDealt_]

It would really be a shame if Hudson's Bay Company stopped making everything when the Paralympics are in 2 weeks. Isn't there someone we can write to?

[xdreamerII]

Does anyone know where I can get the Quatchi kids' slippers in Victoria, BC? The Bay downtown is apparently sold out of anything I can fit in. I don't even care if it's discounted!

I just saw a few pairs of slippers at the Millstream Village Pharmasave, pretty sure Quatchi was one of them. There is a small Olympic section near the cashier and it's 25% off.

[Tray091810]

I've only found it for $50. Do you know where in GVR you can find one though? I think most places are sold out

When my fiancé went to Quilts in Metrotown on Friday he said they had lots but when we went back on Saturday around 3pm the girl said they were sold out about an hour ago. She did say they will get more on Thursday so maybe check then.

Someone told me London Drugs had them for $53 with extra 50% off. Could anyone confirm if they were able to get this deal? Granville and Georgia location is sold out though.

[oldskool75]

If anyone is interested, they're selling the "Mascot Pack with Mukmuk" at YVR for $30, basically 50% off:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/mascots/mascot-plush/vancouver-2010-mascot-pack-with-mukmuk/prod97014.html

I just bought one today after getting off the plane. Buying the individual plushes was still $15 each.

These were available at London Drugs (DT) as well.. (1pm) Right in front of the cashiers..

Although, as you can see, they couldn't keep them on the shelves...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o240/oldschool75/mascot_pack-London_drugs.jpg

[wcoastmom]

Quilts Etc (Oakridge Mall) has a lot of stuffies (including the 24" MukMuk), towels (no clothing) that is on sale - I think it's about 40% off. The BIG MukMuk is $50 (I got it last week). They also have a BIG Sumi for $200 (it's about 3 feet tall).

[the_fm]

These were available at London Drugs (DT) as well.. (1pm) Right in front of the cashiers..

Although, as you can see, they couldn't keep them on the shelves...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o240/oldschool75/mascot_pack-London_drugs.jpg

:eek:
i so want it. i've never seen them in Montreal >:(

[jmah1]

are there going to be anymore red mittens anywhere?! what bout the bay's Olympic store, any restocking on canada hoodies ?!:cheesygri

[VillaFan]

These were available at London Drugs (DT) as well.. (1pm) Right in front of the cashiers..

Although, as you can see, they couldn't keep them on the shelves...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o240/oldschool75/mascot_pack-London_drugs.jpg

This shelf was full when I grabbed two on Saturday around 1pm. I would expect these to be gone by the end of day.

[gheart008]

These were available at London Drugs (DT) as well.. (1pm) Right in front of the cashiers..

Although, as you can see, they couldn't keep them on the shelves...

YVR had stacks of them if there's no more at LD.

[catastrophe]

I went ahead and bought a couple kids hoodies regular price ($80) hoping to get a price adjustment in the next 14 days.


Where did you buy the sweaters at? Cant find stock for them.

[BestOffer]

Sportchek has all the Vancouver 2010 apparels BUY 1 GET 1 FREE

Zellers has child size Olympic apparel from $15, down to $10 now...

[aznmidnite]

For those interested in the large plush mascots, was @ The Bay in Oakridge Mall earlier today, and they have the large plush mascots at 30% off. Quatchi came to $245 before taxes.

[sm]

Plush mascots are discounted at Save on Foods, London Drugs, Toys R Us in Vancouver.

London Drugs on Broadway and Cambie had tons of slippers yesterday night. Save on Foods on Cambie had lots of mascot packs for $40.

Toys R' Us on Broadway had discounted plushies and bagpacks. About 40 per cent off.

Shoppers Drugmart also have a selection of Olympic merchandise, mostly plushies and pins. Some hats.

If you go to Oakridge Mall, there's a cart full of Olympic Merchandise not far from the entrance that leads to the movie theatre. Lots of Olympic merchandise, about 40 per cent off. Hats, bagpacks, plushies, keychains.

[1226]

Sportchek has all the Vancouver 2010 appreals BUY 1 GET 1 FREE

Zellers has child size Olympic appreal from $15, down to $10 now...

apparel?

[thefeebster]

So Update for GVR DT

@Lululemon Lab - Nothing much is on sale, besides selected t-shirts were $28. Helmet hats are all gone.

@HBC DT Olympic Store - Found an easy way to cut the line... hahah i don't know why i didn't think of it before. Go up one floor and take the elevator down. They can't stop you from coming out of the elevators which are in the fenced off area.

All USA Ralph Lauren Gear is 50%. It is no longer on the 5th floor on the main floor beside the Olympic Store but you don't need to wait in line. T-shirts for $25; Polos for $60; Sweaters/Sweatshirts for $90. I saw the sweater they wore at the closing ceremony, but only left in kid sizes and it was $240 original price for KIDS!!

No sales on Canada Olympic gear, but still busy as hell.

[nvlizzy]

So Update for GVR DT

@Lululemon Lab - Nothing much is on sale, besides selected t-shirts were $28. Helmet hats are all gone.

@HBC DT Olympic Store - Found an easy way to cut the line... hahah i don't know why i didn't think of it before. Go up one floor and take the elevator down. They can't stop you from coming out of the elevators which are in the fenced off area.

All USA Ralph Lauren Gear is 50%. It is no longer on the 5th floor on the main floor beside the Olympic Store but you don't need to wait in line. T-shirts for $25; Polos for $60; Sweaters/Sweatshirts for $90. I saw the sweater they wore at the closing ceremony, but only left in kid sizes and it was $240 original price for KIDS!!

No sales on Canada Olympic gear, but still busy as hell.

The elevator trick didn't work for me last week. They had an attendant running each elevator and they wouldn't let you go to the first floor!

[thefeebster]

The elevator trick didn't work for me last week. They had an attendant running each elevator and they wouldn't let you go to the first floor!

Lol, maybe they have become less strict since it is finally over. It worked today and had no one standing at the elevator doors.

[oldskool75]

Sportchek has all the Vancouver 2010 appreals BUY 1 GET 1 FREE

Zellers has child size Olympic appreal from $15, down to $10 now...

apparel?

+1

What are we talking about here?

Pics? links?
Details...?

I don't recall seeing much 'official' apparel at sportchek (coquitlam centre) yesterday...

[ClemixMedia]

wow... i just got back from the bay at fairview mall... expecting nothing left there but still wanted to go and check it out.. I walked by an employee holding a men's xlarge white hoodie and a women's large white hoodie and without hesitation I bought them right awayyyyy.. she told me somebody just returned it today and she was gonna hide it somewhere for someone :D

i considered myself a veryyyy lucky mann.. i was going to buy a red one on ebay for 200 bucks... cant ask for anything moreee

[tidus]

apparel?

It's the blue and/or green jackets and t-shirts, not the HBC Red/White/Black Team Canada wear. It's hard to find pics because these styles weren't very popular...

edit: this type of wear
http://www.promolinkcanada.com/images/vancouver%202010%20mens%20ls%20tee%20717168%20moss .jpg

The sale's been on since Saturday.

[blairs1]

Keep checking Zellers for the Mittens, they get mystery shipments every once in a while.

Helped some folks get 2 pairs the other day..

Wish I could have gotten my hands on a Canada hoodie - the $200+ price tag on eBay is insane.

[ClemixMedia]

Keep checking Zellers for the Mittens, they get mystery shipments every once in a while.

Helped some folks get 2 pairs the other day..

Wish I could have gotten my hands on a Canada hoodie - the $200+ price tag on eBay is insane.

i guess you just gotta go to the bay every once in a while to see if there are any returns... gotta be at the right times too lol good luck!

[N_Raged]

Yea I'm regretting not getting the ~8" Quatchi plush when it was in stock. Anybody else still see them around Toronto?

Or I'll trade a Quatchi & Mukmuk plush key-chains for one 8" Quatchi if anyone here wants to.

[flygirlYYZ]

Sheeh... it looks like I should of bought more than just 2 pair of red mittens (for myself and my sister) back when I was in YVR 3 weeks ago. They had mountains of them at the Olympic store. :eek:

I actually don't like them very much but they were cheap and toasty warm :P

[jessome17]

Does anyone have a Canada toque? If you do shoot me a PM, I'm willing to pay $30 + shipping. Looking for the one with the pom pom!

[Rapier Phoenix]

Can anybody comment if they see any more HBC Red/White/Black Team Canada wear in adult male sizes? Are they gone for good, or is there still a chance to buy one?

[blairs1]

i guess you just gotta go to the bay every once in a while to see if there are any returns... gotta be at the right times too lol good luck!

Chatham had a new shipment either Wednesday night/Thursday morning last week..

They said that some stores are getting a second shipment.

I know in Sarnia, mid-February, they had mittens lining the aisles, and registers...

I will look tomorrow for them, and a hoodie - i'd like to find a hoodie, at a decent cost..

[VillaFan]

I found this article (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/hbc-tries-to-build-on-olympic-momentum/article1483478/) in the Globe and Mail regarding the success of the HBC Team Canada merchandise and how they plan to build on the momentum.

This paragraph is hinting at HBC bringing back the popular games designs.


To lure consumers back, Mr. Sherman intends to develop a permanent line of fashions modelled on the popular Games styles. He's mining the retailer's heritage advantage by bolstering its Signature Shop with about 120 new items (canoes, trapper hats, maple sugar cubes) alongside its signature striped “point” blankets and throws."

If this goes ahead I'm hoping these items would be available for Christmas 2010.

[oldskool75]

Great.. Now that I'm back home, and getting ready to head to YVR to go home (GTA).. A friend IM's me and asks if I can pick up one of those 2.75" cowbells.. (now up to 3 requests)

Anyone know if someone can pick these up at the airport?
And if so, where? :)

I'm leaving in a few hours...

Thanks!

[Madchester]

http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/1082/25714101501243705350655.jpg

My updated collection to date.

Speaking of which... I think the CANADA steel water bottles are the latest item to (finally) sell out. Saw a good 12-15 of them at B/Y this afternoon... when I got off work... I saw only 2 were left at the display.

That last pair of Quatchi slippers also vanished.



If this goes ahead I'm hoping these items would be available for Christmas 2010.

I mentioned that earlier... and it's the most logical time to re-launch the line. Makes no sense to holdover that much winter apparel during the summer months... but they'd make great Xmas gifts 9 months from now. And keeps the HBC Olympic line fresh in ppl's minds leading up to London's launch.

[mh009]

This shelf was full when I grabbed two on Saturday around 1pm. I would expect these to be gone by the end of day.

all gone by around noon when i was there.
Downtown London Drugs only had a bunch of muk muk (both with red glove and without) left and half a tube bucket thing of sumi or miga. definitely no quatchis left. Didn't see any other olympic stuff.

As for the Olympic Superstore at the bay, the hottest item today was the red nike t-shirt commemorating men's hockey GOLD medal win. Only saw child sizes of things. They did have spend $50 and get a $40 quatchi for free deal though.

[MrWizard]

Anyone been able to find the Gold Medal Champion t-shirts? I'm looking for 3 or 4 in various sizes..

[catlover]

How much were the quilted jackets selling for?

Tried looking for olympic stuff today but the stores I went to didn't have much left, kids mainly.

Anyone else have any luck in Mississauga?

[Snuffles]

So Update for GVR DT

@Lululemon Lab - Nothing much is on sale, besides selected t-shirts were $28. Helmet hats are all gone.

@HBC DT Olympic Store - Found an easy way to cut the line... hahah i don't know why i didn't think of it before. Go up one floor and take the elevator down. They can't stop you from coming out of the elevators which are in the fenced off area.

All USA Ralph Lauren Gear is 50%. It is no longer on the 5th floor on the main floor beside the Olympic Store but you don't need to wait in line. T-shirts for $25; Polos for $60; Sweaters/Sweatshirts for $90. I saw the sweater they wore at the closing ceremony, but only left in kid sizes and it was $240 original price for KIDS!!

No sales on Canada Olympic gear, but still busy as hell.

Thank you! I'm going to check out the USA RL gear first thing tomorrow morning before work....been waiting for that stuff to go on sale! :cheesygri

[aragingbull]

the gold maple leaf t-shirts are available at the downtown bay in calgary as of this afternoon.

[mh009]

Anyone been able to find the Gold Medal Champion t-shirts? I'm looking for 3 or 4 in various sizes..

There was only one left around noon at the Vancouver downtown Olympic superstore. People were asking for more and staff said that they are probably not getting another shipment.
online at vancouver2010.com/store is sold out as well. after they won the game yesterday, they put it online, but only sizes L and larger, no S, no M.
retail is 29.99.

There was women's hockey champion ones still - not many though. Women's champion one was also on a few of their mannequins.

I would try a nike store, since they are made by nike.
goodluck!

[MrWizard]

If anyone wants to pick up a couple shirts for me and ship them, I'll give you $20 for your troubles. If you can find them of course :)

I need 1 mens large, 1 womens small, and 1 womens medium of the Gold Medal Champion T-Shirts...

PM me..

[mh009]

If anyone wants to pick up a couple shirts for me and ship them, I'll give you $20 for your troubles. If you can find them of course :)

I need 1 mens large, 1 womens small, and 1 womens medium of the Gold Medal Champion T-Shirts...

PM me..


they just restocked online for men's hockey (men sizes)
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html

go go go!
all sizes but S!!

[wesleyw]

Doh! I just came back from a Nike Store will them and would've done it for you. For those interested, they have stock of these shirts at various Nike Stores (and not just the Olympic Superstore)

[goonx126]

Has anyone found the giant 24" Mukmuk for less than $50? Is $50 the cheapest out there?

I've been looking for one too but i haven't seen any in toronto

[MrSmile]

Anyone know a store selling miga and quatchi plushies cheap? I mean like the 8 inch ones. My little sister really wants those but the stores I've been to seem to sell them for a bit too much. I live in Vancouver, BC. Thanks.

[crazycoward]

Anyone know a store selling miga and quatchi plushies cheap? I mean like the 8 inch ones. My little sister really wants those but the stores I've been to seem to sell them for a bit too much. I live in Vancouver, BC. Thanks.

take a few extra mins to read through this thread.

London drugs is having 50% off (call first to check stock)
some other stores also having 40% off. can't remember names since i havn't gone to them.

[BestOffer]

+1

What are we talking about here?

Pics? links?
Details...?

I don't recall seeing much 'official' apparel at sportchek (coquitlam centre) yesterday...

yes many of them are long sleeve shirts and tshirts,
i saw them on the left hand side at the entrance of the mall at coqcen


How much were the quilted jackets selling for?


sportchek has them for $100, BOGO


Anyone know a store selling miga and quatchi plushies cheap? I mean like the 8 inch ones. My little sister really wants those but the stores I've been to seem to sell them for a bit too much. I live in Vancouver, BC. Thanks.

try north vancouver london drugs, they had tons there while coquitlam has a sold-out

http://www.londondrugs.com/NR/rdonlyres/920D0CDA-64B7-4CAC-B17E-F2F13A0BB0ED/5527/2010_50_Off.jpg

Burnaby

* Brentwood Town Centre
* 4567 Lougheed Highway

* Lougheed Town Centre
* 9855 Austin Avenue

Coquitlam

* Coquitlam Centre Mall
* 2929 Barnet Highway

Langley

* Langley
* 20202 - 66th Avenue

Richmond

* Ironwood Plaza
* 11666 Steveston Highway

* London Plaza
* 5971 No. 3 Road

Squamish

* Garibaldi Village
* Unit G - 40282 Glenalder Place

Vancouver

* Broadway & Vine
* 2230 West Broadway

* Granville Mall
* 710 Granville Street

* West Broadway
* 525 West Broadway (Cambie)

* North Vancouver
* 2032 Lonsdale

* East Hastings
* 2585 East Hastings

* Hastings & Abbott (Woodwards)
* 150 - 351 Abbott Street

* Davie Street
* 1650 Davie Street

* Kerrisdale Station
* 2091 West 42nd Avenue

* Park Royal Shopping Centre
* 875 Park Royal North

* Robson
* 1187 Robson Street

White Rock

* Peninsula Village Mall
* 15355 - 24th Avenue, South Surrey

[jessome17]

sportchek has them for $100, BOGO



try north vancouver london drugs, they had tons there while coquitlam has a sold-out

What does the quilted jacket at sportchek look like? It's been blocked by Sports Experts in Quebec so I can't access the site!

[BestOffer]

What does the quilted jacket at sportchek look like? It's been blocked by Sports Experts in Quebec so I can't access the site!

stuff included in the BOGOF offer are as follow (from what i can rem)

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/last-chance-/vancouver-2010-men-s-murrin-1-4-zip-mock/prod717178.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/last-chance-/vancouver-2010-men-s-thurlow-jacket/prod719300.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-men-s-hadden-long-sleeve-tee/prod717168.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-women-s-hadden-long-sleeve-tee/prod797168.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-men-s-inlet-t-shirt/prod717171.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-adult-t-shirt/prodTT3111330.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-unisex-short-sleeved-tech-t-shirt-snowboarding/prod717197.html

[vtachy]

sport mart has the same BOGO offer as sport chek. There are some T-shirts that were 25% off (the red ones with the hockey jersey leaf emblem silk screened on). Bestoffer is right about the 2010 gear - none are the team canada items.

For those looking for the mascot set with mukmuk in downtown GVR you can try the LD on robson and bute. They had a few in the olympics section on the right hand side when you enter.

[ADRiiAN`]

I'm driving around Mississauga and Brampton to see if I can get anymore Canada sweaters. I want one in RED so badly. I have one in blue!

[mogmatt]

sportchek has them for $100, BOGO

Regarding your comment on quilted jackets...
Are these the podium jackets? I thought only HBC had them
http://i.ebayimg.com/08/!Bm,bLKgB2k~$(KGrHqIH-CwEtqyCo7BoBLfd,TWjNw~~_35.JPG

[jessome17]

stuff included in the BOGOF offer are as follow (from what i can rem)

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/last-chance-/vancouver-2010-men-s-murrin-1-4-zip-mock/prod717178.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/last-chance-/vancouver-2010-men-s-thurlow-jacket/prod719300.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-men-s-hadden-long-sleeve-tee/prod717168.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-women-s-hadden-long-sleeve-tee/prod797168.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-men-s-inlet-t-shirt/prod717171.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-adult-t-shirt/prodTT3111330.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-unisex-short-sleeved-tech-t-shirt-snowboarding/prod717197.html

Thank you BestOffer that was very kind of you to give the links, I appreciate it.


Regarding your comment on quilted jackets...
Are these the podium jackets? I thought only HBC had them
http://i.ebayimg.com/08/!Bm,bLKgB2k~$(KGrHqIH-CwEtqyCo7BoBLfd,TWjNw~~_35.JPG

Yeah, only HBC has those jackets. I've been looking for them all over with no luck, closest I came was finding the teddy bear with it on and the trapper hat.. what really stings is that exactly 2 weeks ago those jackets were at The Bay in my area and I stupidly didn't buy them because I didn't think I really wanted it.

[redjl]

If anyone is looking for the large stuffed Quatchi backpacks, if you are on the west coast check out Save On Foods. The Save on Foods on Steveston Highway in Richmond had two (I bought one, so there was one left at 5pm today). It was marked down from $50 to $20. Your local one may have some as well.

[ahsalloum]

Hey guys,

I am really really late to the party. What are the chances of me getting this somewhere in GVR? Or does any one have one to spare? :cry:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320

[mogmatt]

Yeah, only HBC has those jackets. I've been looking for them all over with no luck, closest I came was finding the teddy bear with it on and the trapper hat.. what really stings is that exactly 2 weeks ago those jackets were at The Bay in my area and I stupidly didn't buy them because I didn't think I really wanted it.

I feel your pain. i don't think anybody thought that the demand would be this high. not even HBC. i really hope that they keep on producing more despite the fact that the olympics are over, given the high demand.

[RightThurr]

Hey guys,

I am really really late to the party. What are the chances of me getting this somewhere in GVR? Or does any one have one to spare? :cry:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320

they have lots of those remaining

[pcdsl]

Thank you BestOffer that was very kind of you to give the links, I appreciate it.



Yeah, only HBC has those jackets. I've been looking for them all over with no luck, closest I came was finding the teddy bear with it on and the trapper hat.. what really stings is that exactly 2 weeks ago those jackets were at The Bay in my area and I stupidly didn't buy them because I didn't think I really wanted it.

LOL SAME, I was at the Bay in Mississauga. I saw those and my friend said "you should get those", I was like "nah $100 screw that". Now I want it. ugh

[ricsad]

I bought a bunch of clothes to give to my relatives and friends. But my friend said I got ripped off on the wool sweater. I bought 4 for $350~ each but my friend said they were going for $100. Is that true? I bought it from HBC and I doubt that it would drop in price so fast.

If it is true would they be able to go in with their receipt and get a price match?

[ahsalloum]

they have lots of those remaining

Do you know where? I went to two places and they don't have it. If someone can get one for me, I would tremendously appreciate it. Or please let me know where I can find one. :|

[mrdevil]

I bought a bunch of clothes to give to my relatives and friends. But my friend said I got ripped off on the wool sweater. I bought 4 for $350~ each but my friend said they were going for $100. Is that true? I bought it from HBC and I doubt that it would drop in price so fast.

If it is true would they be able to go in with their receipt and get a price match?

there are 2 versions of the knitted sweaters i heard. The thicker hand knitted ones are around 350~ each where the thinner, machine knitted ones are $100.
correct me if i am wrong tho

[Poweredbyrice]

I bought a bunch of clothes to give to my relatives and friends. But my friend said I got ripped off on the wool sweater. I bought 4 for $350~ each but my friend said they were going for $100. Is that true? I bought it from HBC and I doubt that it would drop in price so fast.

If it is true would they be able to go in with their receipt and get a price match?

I think I recall there were hand-kniited ones vs machine knitted. I am sure the $350 ones were hand-knitted.

[jessome17]

LOL SAME, I was at the Bay in Mississauga. I saw those and my friend said "you should get those", I was like "nah $100 screw that". Now I want it. ugh

Hahahahaha! Exactly what happened! Hoping I'll find at least 2 buy em both sell one on ebay so that it'll cover the cost of both.. that way i have a free jacket :P

[aznmidnite]

Anyone know where I can find a Quatchi toque? The one where it's his face with the blue earmuffs (adult size, not the children's one)?

Thanks for any info!

[the_fm]

anyone in Montreal knows if there's any discount on the plushies? otherwise, i guess i'll order from hbc since they've restocked

[jessome17]

anyone in Montreal knows if there's any discount on the plushies? otherwise, i guess i'll order from hbc since they've restocked

didn't see any, lemme know if you find any toques or podium jackets and I'll keep my eyes open for your plushies

[1226]

they just restocked online for men's hockey (men sizes)
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html

go go go!
all sizes but S!!

Thanks for the heads up. Medium gone now too.

[spender]

anyone in Montreal knows if there's any discount on the plushies? otherwise, i guess i'll order from hbc since they've restocked

Can you provide linky??

[the_fm]

Can you provide linky??

http://store.hbc.com/plush-mascots/catmascot-catmascot_plush-p1.html

[st7860]

London Drugs at Georgia & Granville in Vancouver restocked monday afternoon with about 100 boxes of the 4 pack of mascots. $30 regular $60.

[kmchow]

The downtown Vancouver Main Canada Post office is selling framed Olympic stamps/first day covers starting from $25-$80 minus 20% off.

Their regular stamps/first day covers aren't discounted, but they're really nice and cheap.

[BestOffer]

If anyone is looking for the large stuffed Quatchi backpacks, if you are on the west coast check out Save On Foods. The Save on Foods on Steveston Highway in Richmond had two (I bought one, so there was one left at 5pm today). It was marked down from $50 to $20. Your local one may have some as well.

there are two bins filled with these at the Pinetree SOFs

[oldskool75]

Great.. Now that I'm back home, and getting ready to head to YVR to go home (GTA).. A friend IM's me and asks if I can pick up one of those 2.75" cowbells.. (now up to 3 requests)

Anyone know if someone can pick these up at the airport?
And if so, where? :)

I'm leaving in a few hours...

Thanks!

Well, incase anyone else was wondering..

No, all the cowbells are sold out at YVR (in both A/B and C sections.. and I don't see, or can't get to any shops in the D/International areas..)

Also.. I didn't know they offered free wifi at YVR.. Geez.. Pearson should learn a thing or two about customer service.. :P

[peroxide8888]

Anyone know where I can find a Quatchi toque? The one where it's his face with the blue earmuffs (adult size, not the children's one)?

Thanks for any info!
Good luck with that, they're sold out everywhere. They're so popular that they're selling well above retail on ebay.

[gmark2000]

Anyone know where I can find a Quatchi toque? The one where it's his face with the blue earmuffs (adult size, not the children's one)?

FYI, those are ONE SIZE. It'll be big on a kid and stretch to an adult.

[cho1104]

FYI, those are ONE SIZE. It'll be big on a kid and stretch to an adult.

exactly! I have the same one, it fits me perfectly

i got mine 4 days ago from Rexall

[AcidBomber]

exactly! I have the same one, it fits me perfectly

i got mine 4 days ago from Rexall

same!

should have bought another one. :cheesygri

[Ceetie]

In case you're still looking for mascots from London Drugs (~9pm):
* Granville and Georgia: Only 9.5" Muk Muks and a lot of the 4-pack sets.
* Robson and Bute: Plenty of 13.5" Quatchi's (w/ and w/o red mittens), 13.5" Sumi's, 12.5" Miga's (w/o mittens) and 9.5" Muk Muk's. 4-pack sets are available and so are all 4 mascots as small plush keychains.

[cho1104]

same!

should have bought another one. :cheesygri

I love it soooo much. I wore it to an outdoof dog event on Friday night. It is so warm and cute.

http://i48.tinypic.com/b6ov95.jpg

[bmelon]

Has anyone seen any of mens smalls or boys 14/16 (preferable) of The Bay's machine-knit Cowichan-style sweaters? I've been looking for them since last week, but no luck.

Has anyone seen any of these lately? When I was in the Olympic Superstore on Friday they had a whole bunch of mens mediums and a new rack of larges. But no smalls, just lots and lots of tiny girls sizes. Ugh!

[calcuu]

Anyone know if any Bay stores offering 50% off whatever Olympics merchandise they have left? Anyone know if there is any Bay left with a 14/16 Black Vest or Adults Small?

That Quatchi toque looks awesome! How much did they retail for? Were they sold at HBC?

[BestOffer]

Anyone know if any Bay stores offering 50% off whatever Olympics merchandise they have left? Anyone know if there is any Bay left with a 14/16 Black Vest or Adults Small?

That Quatchi toque looks awesome! How much did they retail for? Were they sold at HBC?

HBC is NOT offering any sale of these items, at least to the ones i have visited

[Siye]

I desperately need that Quatchi toque.

Has anyone seen it recently in the GVRD???

P.S. How much was retail on these knitted toques?

[cho1104]

Anyone know if any Bay stores offering 50% off whatever Olympics merchandise they have left? Anyone know if there is any Bay left with a 14/16 Black Vest or Adults Small?

That Quatchi toque looks awesome! How much did they retail for? Were they sold at HBC?

Got it for $16.99, org was $28, from Rexall
Some people said they are (were?) available from London Drugs too

[crazycoward]

Got it for $16.99, org was $28, from Rexall
Some people said they are (were?) available from London Drugs too

Is that only downtown or do all the stores that have a rexall carry olympic stuff?

[cho1104]

Is that only downtown or do all the stores that have a rexall carry olympic stuff?

I am in Edmonton. I went to 3 Rexalls in Edmonton, and they all carry some short of olympic items. I think it is chain and nation wide.

[Siye]

Do we even have Rexalls here?

I have never even seen em on the westcoast

[cho1104]

Do we even have Rexalls here?

I have never even seen em on the westcoast

use this: http://www.rexall.ca/storelocator/#activeSearch
there are few in BC

Search Results
Directions
Displaying 1-5 of 5 for Vancouver
2.82 km
Rexall
1055 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
2.99 km
Rexall
88 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
15.99 km
Rexall
3430 Brighton Avenue, Burnaby, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
19.82 km
Rexall
108 1015 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
27.08 km
Rexall
15966 108th Avenue, Surrey, BC
Store Information | Show Directions

[1226]

they just restocked online for men's hockey (men sizes)
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-team-canada-gold-medal-champion-t-shirt-men-s/prod412103657.html

go go go!
all sizes but S!!

Now all sold out except XXL.

[Siye]

use this: http://www.rexall.ca/storelocator/#activeSearch
there are few in BC

Search Results
Directions
Displaying 1-5 of 5 for Vancouver
2.82 km
Rexall
1055 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
2.99 km
Rexall
88 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
15.99 km
Rexall
3430 Brighton Avenue, Burnaby, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
19.82 km
Rexall
108 1015 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam, BC
Store Information | Show Directions
27.08 km
Rexall
15966 108th Avenue, Surrey, BC
Store Information | Show Directions

Thanks alot. Looks like I have some trekking to do.

[aznmidnite]

Thanks for the replies about the adult size Quatchi toque. I went up to Grouse to checkout the Spirit Store as I saw a posting that said they have some there. When I got there tonight, it turns out it was the childern's one (it is def smaller, and the blue earmuffs aren't big and fluffly like the one I was looking for), not the one I was looking for.

For anyone looking for the children's one, they had two left.

http://images.craigslist.org/3md3ob3l05O15T45R7a31c544bba2e7311ffa.jpg

[cho1104]

Thanks alot. Looks like I have some trekking to do.

no problem. I know quachi is the most popular one. I got the last one from store and they still have another two mascots left. *i don't think they made adult muk muk though)

[Siye]

no problem. I know quachi is the most popular one. I got the last one from store and they still have another two mascots left. *i don't think they made adult muk muk though)

Yeah at this point a Miga one would make my day too. Thanks again for the tip :D:D

[ahsalloum]

Do you know where? I went to two places and they don't have it. If someone can get one for me, I would tremendously appreciate it. Or please let me know where I can find one. :|


Hey guys,

I am really really late to the party. What are the chances of me getting this somewhere in GVR? Or does any one have one to spare? :cry:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320


they have lots of those remaining

Anyone?

[BestOffer]

no problem. I know quachi is the most popular one. I got the last one from store and they still have another two mascots left. *i don't think they made adult muk muk though)

they do...http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clo/1622737826.html

[AcidBomber]

they do...http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clo/1622737826.html

$130... really? LOL what a joke.

[Amuse]

$130... really? LOL what a joke.lol $130 for a toque

[chandans]

Just buy a replica Team Canada jersey and have the name and number put on it after at a shop. Easy way of getting a jersey of any player you want like Crosby.

anyone know where you can still get one? i heard theyre around 130, is that correct?

[Madchester]

Thanks for the replies about the adult size Quatchi toque. I went up to Grouse to checkout the Spirit Store as I saw a posting that said they have some there. When I got there tonight, it turns out it was the childern's one (it is def smaller, and the blue earmuffs aren't big and fluffly like the one I was looking for), not the one I was looking for.

For anyone looking for the children's one, they had two left.

http://images.craigslist.org/3md3ob3l05O15T45R7a31c544bba2e7311ffa.jpg


There's 2 versions of the toque:

Version 1 : Polar fleece material, "Quatchi" stitched at the bottom, smaller earmuffs (that's the version above)

Version 2: Acrylic material with polyvester lining (i.e., one-size fits all), "Vancouver 2010" stitched at the bottom, big "poofy" earmuffs. i.e., the one the previous poster had:

http://i48.tinypic.com/b6ov95.jpg

I saw ver. 2 in the stands of the Charles Hamelin 500 M final... and thought I might as well get one.


aznmidnite... check your PM... I have the 2nd ver. of the Quatchi toque...

or check out my BST swag thread: http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/hbc-olympic-quilted-jacket-other-olympic-swag-858921/

[oasis100]

What's funny is that when this stuff was in abundance and costed so much, people weren't even thinking of buying the stuff, now that it is all gone, people want it so badly.

[cho1104]

they do...http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clo/1622737826.html

it is for kids

[peroxide8888]

What's funny is that when this stuff was in abundance and costed so much, people weren't even thinking of buying the stuff, now that it is all gone, people want it so badly.
... at a discount. This is RFD (not to mention the Van2010 discount/clearance thread), I refuse to pay the inflated full retail price on this stuff!

Grandma got my 2 year old hooked on Quatchi, so I got her one of the 50% off ones from LD. She's happy, and I didn't pay through the nose for it.

[fewa]

where are the half priced plushie keychains in vancouver?
thx

[peroxide8888]

where are the half priced plushie keychains in vancouver?
thx
All London Drugs locations! Where ya been hiding, that you don't know? Most are probably sold out by now.

[4flava]

Can anyone here refer a place to get the Hockey Jersey name and #'s put on just like the original named jersey's??..

TIA!

[GryphonKnight]

anyone know where you can still get one? i heard theyre around 130, is that correct?

Yeah, for the ones that are stitched on they are 130. I picked up my red one in medium at the SportChek in Yorkdale. They only had a large and an XL left in red. They had a whole rack of white jerseys but this was also about two week ago. If you have an SPC card, don't forget to use that.

[chandans]

Yeah, for the ones that are stitched on they are 130. I picked up my red one in medium at the SportChek in Yorkdale. They only had a large and an XL left in red. They had a whole rack of white jerseys but this was also about two week ago. If you have an SPC card, don't forget to use that.

thanks for the tip! anywhere else that the $130 jerseys are availible besides sportcheck, in case theyre sold out? thanks!

[GryphonKnight]

thanks for the tip! anywhere else that the $130 jerseys are availible besides sportcheck, in case theyre sold out? thanks!

you could try your luck at The Bay, I remember seeing some in the basement at Yorkdale before the Olympics started but from reading this thread, they probably have shipped them all to Vancouver.

[gmark2000]

Nike Champions hat now on the Vancouver2010.com site for $29.99.

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/7628/nikenike412101100white1.jpghttp://img291.imageshack.us/img291/2186/nikenike412101100white2.jpg

[Deemo]

Why do the red hockey jerseys seem to be a bigger seller when the team was mainly wearing white home jerseys????:confused:

[BobSagget]

My guess would be because it stands out more. I also bought the red one.

[smash]

Why do the red hockey jerseys seem to be a bigger seller when the team was mainly wearing white home jerseys????:confused:

Red Jersey = Home team
White Jersey = Away Team

The Men's team wore white mainly because they were the lower seeded team against the Americans due to a loss to them during the preliminary round. Most people assumed Canada would win all their games and therefore wear their RED jersey's throughout the tournament.

[jessome17]

I actually prefer the white one, because the neck of the red one is noticeably different to the ones they wear on the ice, it doesn't feel like a good replica imo. Plus I find the white one's value has risen since it was the sweater they wore in the gold medal game.

[bobbyk1133]

Red Jersey = Home team
White Jersey = Away Team

The Men's team wore white mainly because they were the lower seeded team against the Americans due to a loss to them during the preliminary round. Most people assumed Canada would win all their games and therefore wear their RED jersey's throughout the tournament.

I assumed most ppl bought the red ones at the start because red seemed to be the patriotic color to wear. I also thought they changed from red to white in the tournament because they lost to the US wearing the red ones. Athletes are a superstitious bunch. ;)

[jens811]

All London Drugs locations! Where ya been hiding, that you don't know? Most are probably sold out by now.

They actually still have tons priced at 4.49 (original $10) for all characters at London Drugs DT as of yesterday 7pm.

Has anyone seen this anywhere in BC btw?

http://images.craigslist.org/3oe3p33lb5P35S45R5a2od1c9502fa0891096.jpg

[yeungman]

As one of the previous posters mentioned, the red jerseys are "Home" jerseys and the white ones are "Away".

During round robin play, IIHF and Olympic organizers set the home & away teams: http://www.iihf.com/channels10/olympics-2010/schedule.html

On the website above, the preliminary schedule table shows which team is "Home"

After the preliminary round, the higher seeded team is considered "Home"

2 weeks ago, I ordered my jersey from Vancouver2010.com (http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-olympic-team-canada-replica-jersey-crosby/prod365239657.html). The red Sidney Crosby replica is listed at $175. I stacked two 15% codes which came out to $141.61 incl tax. But when I got the jersey, it didn't have the alternate captain's "A" on the shoulder as shown on the website, so they gave me a 10% partial refund! I got the Crosby jersey for $127.45 all in!!!

[CSAgent]

Nike Champions hat now on the Vancouver2010.com site for $29.99.

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/7628/nikenike412101100white1.jpghttp://img291.imageshack.us/img291/2186/nikenike412101100white2.jpg

Retail stores are stocking these as well.

Just got back from Square One. These hats were at The Pro Image, Athletes World, and Champs. Pro Image still has some white Team Canada 2010 hockey jerseys left in M and L and XL! Bunch of Crosby, McIngla, Thornton, Brodeur, Luongo short sleeved t-shirts in L and XL for $29.99

No jerseys left at Athletes World and Champs. Funny enough, I got my red Team Canada jersey at Athletes World on Thursday after the Russian game when they had 5-6 jerseys in various sizes @ $124.99 for some reason, $10 cheaper than other stores. Now, all gone!

Whew, got mine just in time. Now to find a good stitching place to put on Crosby and the letter A! :D

--

As for The Bay and Zellers at Square One, they've drastically reduced the Olympic sections. It's like tiny now compared to before. All tiny kids sizes left, nothing else. No mittens anywhere, it's like they disappeared overnight... :| It's not worth visiting unless you have kids!

[gmark2000]

Retail stores are stocking these as well.

Just got back from Square One. These hats were at The Pro Image, Athletes World, and Champs. Pro Image still has some white Team Canada 2010 hockey jerseys left in M and L and XL! Bunch of Crosby, McIngla, Thornton, Brodeur, Luongo short sleeved t-shirts in L and XL for $29.99

No jerseys left at Athletes World and Champs. Funny enough, I got my red Team Canada jersey at Athletes World on Thursday after the Russian game when they had 5-6 jerseys in various sizes @ $124.99 for some reason, $10 cheaper than other stores. Now, all gone!

Whew, got mine just in time. Now to find a good stitching place to put on Crosby and the letter A! :D

The Nike Stores have Team Canada stuff still in stock. But don't have the Champions merchandise,... yet.

http://www.nike.com/help/ca/retail.htm

Nike Retail
Burloak Factory Store
3509 Wyecroft Rd Building J
Oakville, ON
L6L 0V6
(ph) 905-827-4677
(fax) 905-827-4811
Hour: Mon-Fri 10-9, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5

Nike Toronto
110 Bloor St. W
Toronto, ON
M5S 2W7
(ph) 416-921-6453
(fax) 416-934-0749
Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-7, Sun 11-6

Edmonton Factory Store
9743-19 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB
T6N 1N5
(ph) 780.490.6453
(fax) 780.440.9691
Hours: Mon-Fri 10-9, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5

St. Sauveur Factory Store
105-D Rue Guindon
St. Sauveur, PQ
J0R 1R6
(ph)450-227-7662
(fax)450-227-7296
Hours: Mon-Wed 10-6, Tues-Fri 10-9, Sat/Sun 10-5

Kitchener Factory Store
4326-36 King Street East,
Kitchener, ON
N2P 2G5
(ph) 519-653-6453
(fax)519-653-8883
Hours: Mon-Fri 10-9, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5

Vaughn Mills Factory Store
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive, Unit CR101
Vaughan, ON
L4K 2M9
(ph) 905.738.1054
(fax) 905.738.9446
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7

Niagara Falls Factory Store
7500 Lundy's Lane,
Niagara Falls, ON
L2H 1G9
(ph) 905-374-4420
(fax) 905-374-0223
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 10-6

[gmark2000]

The red Sidney Crosby replica is listed at $175... But when I got the jersey, it didn't have the alternate captain's "A" on the shoulder as shown on the website, so they gave me a 10% partial refund! I got the Crosby jersey for $127.45 all in!!!


Now to find a good stitching place to put on Crosby and the letter A!

He didn't have an 'A' when he played on Sunday. Why's that?

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/5394/2625456.jpghttp://www.sportsbookgurus.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/sidney-crosby-203x300.jpg

[4flava]

The Crosby replica jersey is available is XL!

[Damed]

He didn't have an 'A' when he played on Sunday. Why's that?

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/5394/2625456.jpghttp://www.sportsbookgurus.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/sidney-crosby-203x300.jpg

Team Canada had 3 Alternate Captains. Rules only allow for 2 at a time. So the 3 of them took turns not wearing the A. Crosby's turn was Sunday.

[jessome17]

Guys, I bought a trapper hat just now, and it came in only one size how do I know if it's youth or adult? It doesn't say anywhere on the hat. It was $25 and I bought it from Deco Decouvertes (Home Outfitters?)

EDIT: I found it, on the tag in the hat on the backside.. random place if you ask me!

EDIT (again): If anyone has the pom pom toque OR an adult Quatchi hat (nowhere to be found in Qc?) and wants to trade for the trapper please let me know, very very interested!

[ADRiiAN`]

HBC should continue to make these! They are in such high demand!

[crashxxx]

actually, I for one am completely ticked at the hbc = the bay/zellers for the poor availabilty on all this merchandise.

my local zellers never had the mittens in stock until a about a week ago and they already have none left. i am nowhere near a bay store, their online store has squat .. only tees and jerseys basically. I'm interested in the Canada black waffle mens jacket x2 and possibly the knit sweater and a couple of white zip up hoodies. hbc doesn't even have them listed online ... i went in first thing monday morning to the local zellers with the hope they got something in last minute.... nothing.. they didn't even have signs up anymore :mad:

HBC FAILED bigtime!!!!!!!

[Patrocks]

Thanks so much for posting this! Just ordered. Wish I could have known before I ordered a regular white jersey the other day. oh well.


The Crosby replica jersey is available is XL!

[Damed]

HBC FAILED bigtime!!!!!!!

HBC took a huge loss on the Bejing summer games merch. Way over produced, which is why you can still find some of it on 75%+ clearance in some stores

So no doubt they learned their lesson and ordered less merch for these games.

Better to sell all you have at full price than to have to clear it out at a loss.

[4flava]

Thanks so much for posting this! Just ordered. Wish I could have known before I ordered a regular white jersey the other day. oh well.

No prob.. I'm waiting for the Medium to get restocked >:(

[a in yul]

Guys, I bought a trapper hat just now, and it came in only one size how do I know if it's youth or adult? It doesn't say anywhere on the hat. It was $25 and I bought it from Deco Decouvertes (Home Outfitters?)

EDIT: I found it, on the tag in the hat on the backside.. random place if you ask me!

EDIT (again): If anyone has the pom pom toque OR an adult Quatchi hat (nowhere to be found in Qc?) and wants to trade for the trapper please let me know, very very interested!

ok, now i gotta try and find it, which deco decouverte buddy? thx!!

[Madchester]

HBC took a huge loss on the Bejing summer games merch. Way over produced, which is why you can still find some of it on 75%+ clearance in some stores

So no doubt they learned their lesson and ordered less merch for these games.

Better to sell all you have at full price than to have to clear it out at a loss.

My local Zellers was still trying to clear these ugly Beijing hats alongside their Vancouver merchandise. That's how unpopular that collection was.

B/c of the Beijing collection's poor reception, HBC actually set their Vancouver collection 30-40% cheaper than their Turin 2006 counterparts. So the Vancouver line's been very accessible in terms of design and price.


And yeah, don't bother looking for Quatchi toques anymore. Went to 4 Rexalls today - all sold out.

[jessome17]

ok, now i gotta try and find it, which deco decouverte buddy? thx!!

The one in St-Bruno, I think they only have S/M left.

[4flava]

Just saw the youth size white jerseys put up.. $110
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-olympic-team-canada-replica-jersey-youth/prod9713618WHT.html

[trevorwai]

i'm hoping the downtown Vancouver olympic store will restock on the high demand items. You would think they would as the paralympics will be starting in a couple weeks.

[ADRiiAN`]

actually, I for one am completely ticked at the hbc = the bay/zellers for the poor availabilty on all this merchandise.

my local zellers never had the mittens in stock until a about a week ago and they already have none left. i am nowhere near a bay store, their online store has squat .. only tees and jerseys basically. I'm interested in the Canada black waffle mens jacket x2 and possibly the knit sweater and a couple of white zip up hoodies. hbc doesn't even have them listed online ... i went in first thing monday morning to the local zellers with the hope they got something in last minute.... nothing.. they didn't even have signs up anymore :mad:

HBC FAILED bigtime!!!!!!!

The thing that sucked for me, was that I wanted a Red sweater, and I couldn't find it. So I took the blue, I'm so glad I did.

At first, I never wanted the red mittens, Zellers and The Bay were PACKED with them. Now I can't find them, and I don't mind owning one. Same with the Men's black waffle jacket. Bay always had them, and I didn't want one. Now I wish I did.

I'm happy I got my Canada sweater though. I love it so much, and it feels so nice.

[worldjerseys]

My local Zellers was still trying to clear these ugly Beijing hats alongside their Vancouver merchandise. That's how unpopular that collection was.

B/c of the Beijing collection's poor reception, HBC actually set their Vancouver collection 30-40% cheaper than their Turin 2006 counterparts. So the Vancouver line's been very accessible in terms of design and price.


And yeah, don't bother looking for Quatchi toques anymore. Went to 4 Rexalls today - all sold out.


Beijing stuff was ugly :confused::razz:

http://blogs.hillandknowlton.com/vancouver2010/files/2009/10/beijing-cdn-uniform.jpg

[Canada_7]

Just saw the youth size white jerseys put up.. $110
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-olympic-team-canada-replica-jersey-youth/prod9713618WHT.html

I ordered one of these with the 15% off coupon earlier in the games (I normally wear a men's small for most things, saw the sizing & dimensions and felt that the youth L/XL). The torso is fine and all, but I just gotta warn you though...the sleeves are definitely on the short side.

I'm thinking of taking it to a place to get a name done for it...anyone know good place to do it around the GTA (preferably Scarborough, Markham, Richmond Hill, or even downtown)?

[Fifster]

Beijing stuff was ugly :confused::razz:

http://blogs.hillandknowlton.com/vancouver2010/files/2009/10/beijing-cdn-uniform.jpg

+1 :lol:

[4flava]

I ordered one of these with the 15% off coupon earlier in the games (I normally wear a men's small for most things, saw the sizing & dimensions and felt that the youth L/XL). The torso is fine and all, but I just gotta warn you though...the sleeves are definitely on the short side.

I'm thinking of taking it to a place to get a name done for it...anyone know good place to do it around the GTA (preferably Scarborough, Markham, Richmond Hill, or even downtown)?

How big/tall are you?? I'm kinda thinkin about the youth jersey and I'm 5'9" and have long arms.

+1 on the name/# stitching.. I found a place online that's from Quebec but it's pricey... like $75 + shipping and handling which makes it more expensive than just buying a Crosby mens Jersey.

EDIT: wait, you said you usually wear mens small??.. damn, you're tiny.. I should buy mens then I guess.. I think mens Medium should be good for me....

[Grayson M]

Was just at london drugs on georgia and graville they have TONS of those 4 packs of plushes for 29.99... also they have all the red mitten plushies in stock (not 100% sure on price 8 or 16 bucks).

[Canada_7]

How big/tall are you?? I'm kinda thinkin about the youth jersey and I'm 5'9" and have long arms.

+1 on the name/# stitching.. I found a place online that's from Quebec but it's pricey... like $75 + shipping and handling which makes it more expensive than just buying a Crosby mens Jersey.

EDIT: wait, you said you usually wear mens small??.. damn, you're tiny.. I should buy mens then I guess.. I think mens Medium should be good for me....

Yeah seriously...:lol: at 5'9 you DEFINITELY shouldn't go for a youth size, plus you said you had long arms.

I went by the NHL store's sizing, though I've been told that CCM jerseys (who make the NHL jerseys) have slightly different sizing than the Nike ones (who make Team Canada ones).

http://shop.nhl.com/info/index.jsp?categoryId=2208794

[a in yul]

The one in St-Bruno, I think they only have S/M left.

too far for me, thanks though...:(

[4flava]

Yeah seriously...:lol: at 5'9 you DEFINITELY shouldn't go for a youth size, plus you said you had long arms.

:o being on RFD it's only natural to cheap out a little... I can do so much with that $25 saving! >:(

[dryadz]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVGJF902_red.jpg&width=320&height=320

I was looking around for this jacket and it is sold out everywhere.
Anybody knows where to find it? Original price = $100 but apparently craigslist and ebays are selling these for ~$150 and above..

Thanks in advance!

[jessome17]

too far for me, thanks though...:(

You should try the one at the Dix30, They might have the same stuff. I'm going to check out the Zellers in Longueuil tonight and maybe the Deco Decouvertes in Boucherville, and later on in the week I'll probably end up at the Dix30.

[Grey Merlin]

I can't even buy the stuff online cause I don't have a Visa.

[thefeebster]

They actually still have tons priced at 4.49 (original $10) for all characters at London Drugs DT as of yesterday 7pm.

Has anyone seen this anywhere in BC btw?

http://images.craigslist.org/3oe3p33lb5P35S45R5a2od1c9502fa0891096.jpg

None that i could find at HBC Superstore GVR. There were plenty of the Trapper Hats, HBC striped toques, the Grey Knit Toque. I couldn't even find any Slouch ones, which were well-stocked a week ago.


As for The Bay and Zellers at Square One, they've drastically reduced the Olympic sections. It's like tiny now compared to before. All tiny kids sizes left, nothing else. No mittens anywhere, it's like they disappeared overnight... :| It's not worth visiting unless you have kids!
I can fit boys 14-16 and have been looking at boys stuff for sweatshirts but there are none left. Boys sized 7/8 are in luck because thats all thats left and will likely go on sale to get rid of that stuff.

I did find a team USA sweatshirt in large for boys. Fit like a glove and was 50%. Also, note for GVR HBC D/T, they moved a lot of the Team USA stuff back up to the 5th floor today. Many styles and sizes remaining at 50%. I am waiting for a bigger sale on team USA t-shirts; very good quality and great screen printing, IMO.


I can't even buy the stuff online cause I don't have a Visa.
:O Its free to apply!!

[jessome17]

a in yul your pm box is full!

[gheart008]

I desperately need that Quatchi toque.

Has anyone seen it recently in the GVRD???

P.S. How much was retail on these knitted toques?


Thanks for the replies about the adult size Quatchi toque. I went up to Grouse to checkout the Spirit Store as I saw a posting that said they have some there. When I got there tonight, it turns out it was the childern's one (it is def smaller, and the blue earmuffs aren't big and fluffly like the one I was looking for), not the one I was looking for.

For anyone looking for the children's one, they had two left.

http://images.craigslist.org/3md3ob3l05O15T45R7a31c544bba2e7311ffa.jpg


no problem. I know quachi is the most popular one. I got the last one from store and they still have another two mascots left. *i don't think they made adult muk muk though)


Yeah at this point a Miga one would make my day too. Thanks again for the tip :D:D


they do...http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clo/1622737826.html


There's 2 versions of the toque:

Version 1 : Polar fleece material, "Quatchi" stitched at the bottom, smaller earmuffs (that's the version above)

Version 2: Acrylic material with polyvester lining (i.e., one-size fits all), "Vancouver 2010" stitched at the bottom, big "poofy" earmuffs. i.e., the one the previous poster had:

http://i48.tinypic.com/b6ov95.jpg

I saw ver. 2 in the stands of the Charles Hamelin 500 M final... and thought I might as well get one.


aznmidnite... check your PM... I have the 2nd ver. of the Quatchi toque...

or check out my BST swag thread: http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/hbc-olympic-quilted-jacket-other-olympic-swag-858921/


Good luck with that, they're sold out everywhere. They're so popular that they're selling well above retail on ebay.

Notentirely true. There's tons of them at YVR right now.

I just took this pic 5 minutes ago.

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6370/img00002201003021559.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/img00002201003021559.jpg/)

They have all sizes of all mascots available. There's even more stacked inside the store on the shelves.

$29.99, not sure if that's regular price or not.

Good thing is too that it's outside the security gates accessible to everyone.

[miss_swan]

Notentirely true. There's tons of them at YVR right now.

I just took this pic 5 minutes ago.

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6370/img00002201003021559.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/img00002201003021559.jpg/)

They have all sizes of all mascots available. There's even more stacked inside the store on the shelves.

$29.99, not sure if that's regular price or not.

Good thing is too that it's outside the security gates accessible to everyone.

Seriously, is that PedoBear I see?

[gheart008]

Seriously, is that PedoBear I see?

I think you're mistaking Sumi for PedoBear...

[chaingunsofdoom]

Not sure if I'm bringing-up the obvious, but would they grab stuff off of the window displays for the peeps asking about 'rare' hats, podium jackets, etc.?

The Bay Downtown here has 4 full sets on display...

[AcidBomber]

Seriously, is that PedoBear I see?

http://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID15166/images/winter-olympic-pedobear.jpg

[turbo76]

does anyone know where i can get a player t-shirt as seen here? online or GTA?

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/teamcanada/clothing/catteamcanadamain-catteamcanadaclothing-p1.html

i want a crosby shirt or a blank one.

thanks

[Madchester]

Notentirely true. There's tons of them at YVR right now.

I just took this pic 5 minutes ago.

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6370/img00002201003021559.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/img00002201003021559.jpg/)

They have all sizes of all mascots available. There's even more stacked inside the store on the shelves.

$29.99, not sure if that's regular price or not.

Good thing is too that it's outside the security gates accessible to everyone.

Everyone likes Ver2 better... i.e., the one with puffy earmuffs... and is actually stretchable for an adult-sized head, even though it's tagged as a "Youth" size. This one's definitely sold out.

The polar fleece version in the photo doesn't have that stretchy headband... so it's limited to youths only.

[PCDawg]

I ordered one of these with the 15% off coupon earlier in the games (I normally wear a men's small for most things, saw the sizing & dimensions and felt that the youth L/XL). The torso is fine and all, but I just gotta warn you though...the sleeves are definitely on the short side.

I'm thinking of taking it to a place to get a name done for it...anyone know good place to do it around the GTA (preferably Scarborough, Markham, Richmond Hill, or even downtown)?

Fan attic at markville mal can get it done. Takes about 2 weeks to get it done as i believe they ship it to the same palce that the NHL does it.

[Canada_7]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVGJF902_red.jpg&width=320&height=320

I was looking around for this jacket and it is sold out everywhere.
Anybody knows where to find it? Original price = $100 but apparently craigslist and ebays are selling these for ~$150 and above..

Thanks in advance!

You're lucky to find that even below $250 on eBay.


Fan attic at markville mal can get it done. Takes about 2 weeks to get it done as i believe they ship it to the same palce that the NHL does it.

Thanks. Any general idea as to how much it's gonna cost me?

[CSAgent]

Fan attic at markville mal can get it done. Takes about 2 weeks to get it done as i believe they ship it to the same palce that the NHL does it.

$70 and it takes roughly 3 weeks - just called.

I wonder if there's cheaper or faster places.

[gmark2000]

Team Canada had 3 Alternate Captains. Rules only allow for 2 at a time. So the 3 of them took turns not wearing the A. Crosby's turn was Sunday.

Might be better not to put the alternate captain 'A' on the Crosby since that's the way the game will be immortalized for the history books. This is an image for the ages and a Canadian collective experience for all posterity.

[ruhroh]

Yea I'm regretting not getting the ~8" Quatchi plush when it was in stock. Anybody else still see them around Toronto?

Or I'll trade a Quatchi & Mukmuk plush key-chains for one 8" Quatchi if anyone here wants to.

I saw a lot of the ~8inch Quatchis at Scarborough Town Centre The Bay on Saturday (as well as a few Mukmuks and Sumis). Don't know if they still have any, but you can always call and ask. Full price though.

Has anyone seen any 9.5inch Mukmuks in stores in Toronto with the gloves (http://store.hbc.com/plush-mascots/vancouver-2010-mukmuk-9-5-plush-red-mitten/prod97053.html)? Doesn't even have to be discounted... I know they're in the online store but I don't want to pay shipping.Any other Mukmuk related merchandise is good too.

[DynomiteHunter]

hey do you guys know where i can get a canada hoody (the one with the badges on the sides) im looking for the dark blue one in gvr

i went into a zellers and found the youth version of one and it was 40$ the placce was cleaned out though. like INSANELY mobbed. only t-shirts left.

if you know where i can get a youth hoody or adult hoody in gvr please pm me or something. MUCH appreciated thanks!

[Deals Deals Deals]

Notentirely true. There's tons of them at YVR right now.

I just took this pic 5 minutes ago.

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6370/img00002201003021559.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/img00002201003021559.jpg/)

They have all sizes of all mascots available. There's even more stacked inside the store on the shelves.

$29.99, not sure if that's regular price or not.

Good thing is too that it's outside the security gates accessible to everyone.

These are the version 1 quatchis right? Do they fit adult heads?

[Madchester]

^

That's the polar fleece version. It'll be a tight fit at best for an adult.

The acrylic version has the polyester headband.. i.e., you can stretch it to any size.

[akwok]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVGJF902_red.jpg&width=320&height=320

I was looking around for this jacket and it is sold out everywhere.
Anybody knows where to find it? Original price = $100 but apparently craigslist and ebays are selling these for ~$150 and above..

Thanks in advance!

I'm looking for one of these too. Hopefully they stock more in the upcoming few months!

[jmhchan]

Has anyone seen any 24" mukmuk's around for $50? Seems like giant mukmuk is becoming quite the rare find.

[gmark2000]

Has anyone seen any 24" mukmuk's around for $50? Seems like giant mukmuk is becoming quite the rare find.

I saw a ton of them at the airport. Unfortunately some were at the stores beyond security.

[jmhchan]

Yeah, I saw some at YVR and the ones that weren't being sold behind security were only discounted for 10% (i.e. still at $90)

[gheart008]

Has anyone seen any 24" mukmuk's around for $50? Seems like giant mukmuk is becoming quite the rare find.

I saw one at the Bay at Metrotown, but it was like $200 or $250.

[Siye]

I feel pretty defeated right now.

I looked everywhere locally and downtown van for a quatchi or knitted miga with no luck. I must have tried about 20 stores (including HBC twice and even the airport).

If anyone can get one for me I will gladly do a downtown run for people looking for more common merchandise.

Things that looked interesting:
Character vinyl toys (set and singles)
the knitted toque (cowichan style) in youth size... same with tricolour trapper one
The shirts with either CANADA or CANUCK( I forgot what it exactly said) in huge block letters across the entire front.

At this moment though.. anything that is/was high demand cannot be seen. Mittens included.

Please pm me!

[zero00]

where are the half priced plushie keychains in vancouver?
thx

Quilts Etc. in Richmond Centre still got some they are 50% off.

[yeungman]

Has anyone seen any 24" mukmuk's around for $50? Seems like giant mukmuk is becoming quite the rare find.
Check out a store called Quilts, Etc. They have locations at various malls around Vancouver. They're selling it for $50.

[coolman217]

Has anyone seen any 24" mukmuk's around for $50? Seems like giant mukmuk is becoming quite the rare find.

Try waterfront center. There is this store that sells it for $50. Save-on Richmond ackroyd road if they still have stock. Not sure if it is half off.



Anyone see the 4-pack mascot at YVR or in richmond LD?

[blairs1]

so I take it those CANADA hoodies are in high-demand, except for the kids..

Keep seeing Kids, but nothing in Adults.

Are there a part of the country where this stuff is sitting on shelves, I wonder?

If I see any more of those mittens, I'll grab them up (maybe this weekend).. I'll take notice of some of the bigger want items, and see if I can find anything in the stores I visit..

For anyone with a Fields nearby, check there as well..

[jmhchan]

Waterfront Centre and Quilts etc. in Metrotown are out of 24" mukmuk. Maybe I'll try Oakridge centre tomorrow. Thanks!

[sm]

If anyone wants a 16.5" Quatchi they have tons of them at London Drugs in Vancouver Cambie location for $15.

[yiujun]

hey do you guys know where i can get a canada hoody (the one with the badges on the sides) im looking for the dark blue one in gvr

i went into a zellers and found the youth version of one and it was 40$ the placce was cleaned out though. like INSANELY mobbed. only t-shirts left.

if you know where i can get a youth hoody or adult hoody in gvr please pm me or something. MUCH appreciated thanks!


My friend bought one for me sz14 @ the Olympic Store last Saturday. It took them forever to find it, but somehow they did it. I think they probably cleaned out the stock... you're hardpressed to find one now... if someone PM'ed you to tell you there was stock you wouldnt get there fast enough to pick it up.. haha.

Try Zellers locations though, I heard from my friend that she saw some sz 10/12 Navy blue ones for girls

[zelara]

Thanks for the help with the Quatchi slippers, guys. I found them for $17 at the Rexall in downtown Victoria, after an exhausting search at a bunch of other Bays, London Drugs, etc. They had a bunch of other mascot slippers too, but I think I took the last XL for the Quatchi ones!

[Trebor_Newman]

does anyone know where i can get a player t-shirt as seen here? online or GTA?

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/teamcanada/clothing/catteamcanadamain-catteamcanadaclothing-p1.html

i want a crosby shirt or a blank one.

thanks

Yesterday I saw the shirts at Fan Attic in Markville Town Centre in Markham @ McCowan & Hwy 7. They have another store in Vaughn Mills called Millenium Sports. I would check either of those 2 stores.:lol:

[wild_warren]

Yesterday I saw the shirts at Fan Attic in Markville Town Centre in Markham @ McCowan & Hwy 7. They have another store in Vaughn Mills called Millenium Sports. I would check either of those 2 stores.:lol:

They have tons of them @ the Hockey Hall of Fame in downtown if you're interested. You don't actually have to go to the HHOF, the store is in the councourse below.

[carlepx]

To the guy looking for a giant Mukmuk at Quilts Oakridge, I bought the last one that they had on the weekend.

On another note, has anyone seen any Miga coin purses recently in Vancity?

[Leafsin06]

$70 and it takes roughly 3 weeks - just called.

I wonder if there's cheaper or faster places.

It's 60 for heat pressed and 80 stitched at CentreSports, the store at the ACC. It takes approx. a week to get done.

[coolman217]

no one seen the 4-pack in GVR? :(

[Siye]

no one seen the 4-pack in GVR? :(

If you mean the boxed plushies.. they're everywhere. Most London Drugs have em for half off. Def saw ample stocks.

[jessome17]

Does anyone know if/where hockey jerseys are on sale? I'm looking for youth l/xl and I want to put Toews on the back. Any ideas where I can get it done for cheap?

[dryadz]

I'm looking for one of these too. Hopefully they stock more in the upcoming few months!

Went around Burnaby today to hunt for the softshell jacket.. The Sales Assistant on Metrotown told me that it wont be restocked though.. My last hope is to find it at North Van.. :mad:

[miss_swan]

Team Canada had 3 Alternate Captains. Rules only allow for 2 at a time. So the 3 of them took turns not wearing the A. Crosby's turn was Sunday.


I think you're mistaking Sumi for PedoBear...

Lol, sorry ... I've been exposed to the Sherdog forums too much ...

[dnesan]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVGJF902_red.jpg&width=320&height=320

I was looking around for this jacket and it is sold out everywhere.
Anybody knows where to find it? Original price = $100 but apparently craigslist and ebays are selling these for ~$150 and above..

Thanks in advance!

If you really want one, it is definitely all over ebay, but you're right, pricing will be pretty gouge-y. I don't think you have any shot of finding it in stores unless you've got unbelievable luck and someone decides to return it as you're walking in the door. I think if you really want this, you need to pay for the privilege, as awful as that is for us RFDers.

[CSAgent]

If you really want one, it is definitely all over ebay, but you're right, pricing will be pretty gouge-y. I don't think you have any shot of finding it in stores unless you've got unbelievable luck and someone decides to return it as you're walking in the door. I think if you really want this, you need to pay for the privilege, as awful as that is for us RFDers.

Heh, privilege...

HBC should have made a lot more of these, the entire line up of apparel altogether.

I feel really bad for everyone who's paying more than $115 for these jackets.

A lot of folks thought I was nuts and that I paid too much when I bought my soft shell jacket back in early November. Now, those same folks are looking for one just like it.

This goes to show you that waiting for a 50% off sale sometimes isn't going to pay off. Sometimes it's best to get it when it is first available in stores.

Just think in 2 more years, there'll be Team Canada 2012 London gear. ;)

[LanEvoVII]

Anyone seen a USA Kesler jersey or a t-shirt anywhere?

[Firestorm]

Just think in 2 more years, there'll be Team Canada 2012 London gear. ;)

Kind of doubt it. I think the insane demand is due to it happening at home. Now that it's too late to wear it downtown and get into it, I'm not looking too hard. HBC really dropped the ball.

[angelbun]

Anyone seen a USA Kesler jersey or a t-shirt anywhere?

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-team-usa-short-sleeved-t-shirt-kesler/prod415876451.html

[MVP1]

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/shirts/vancouver-2010-team-usa-short-sleeved-t-shirt-kesler/prod415876451.html

Anyone know of any stores around the lower mainland with Kesler USA shirts for cheap? I'd love to get one for around 20$.

[hotoffthepress]

Try waterfront center. There is this store that sells it for $50. Save-on Richmond ackroyd road if they still have stock. Not sure if it is half off.



Anyone see the 4-pack mascot at YVR or in richmond LD?

I believe most of the LD locations have shipped their stock to the the downtown stores in Vancouver (Georgia & Granville) / (Robson & Bute).

[MVP1]

WTF!? I can't believe what some of this stuff is selling for on Ebay. I'm contemplating if I should sell my scarf and jacket. They're collectors items but at the same time I did over spend on the games. What do you guys think? Would you keep the stuff or sell it?

[Rekognize]

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVGJF902_red.jpg&width=320&height=320


I'm looking for one in the GTA, anyone?

[supreme_sole]

WTF!? I can't believe what some of this stuff is selling for on Ebay. I'm contemplating if I should sell my scarf and jacket. They're collectors items but at the same time I did over spend on the games. What do you guys think? Would you keep the stuff or sell it?

Sell it now and rebuy it when the price cools down in a couple weeks if u still want it

Anyone have any idea when Polo.com will discount the american clothing?

[kuba]

Heh, privilege...

HBC should have made a lot more of these, the entire line up of apparel altogether.

I feel really bad for everyone who's paying more than $115 for these jackets.

A lot of folks thought I was nuts and that I paid too much when I bought my soft shell jacket back in early November. Now, those same folks are looking for one just like it.

This goes to show you that waiting for a 50% off sale sometimes isn't going to pay off. Sometimes it's best to get it when it is first available in stores.

Just think in 2 more years, there'll be Team Canada 2012 London gear. ;)

You sure you feel bad for people wanting the gear now?
Or are you being a douche and cynical with your last sentence and acting like a 5 year old ";)" who got something and rubbing it in other people's faces that would like to get it?

For those of you wanting the gear, I read that HBC didn't expect this kind of reaction to the gear and are apparently going to be making a dedicated line of apparel maybe. So just chill, wait it out a bit and don't strike when the iron is hot, because obviously you're going to be paying premium for it.

Otherwise, life goes on, you'll live.

[gmark2000]

Each Team Canada member (athletes, coaches, trainers etc...) got 28 pieces of clothing and accessories including matching Canada luggage.

Do you notice that their red mitts have the Canadian Olympic Association logo and are of a finer knit?

http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6108/v1222123861.jpg
http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/9153/v1022123975.jpg

[Mr. Robo]

WTF!? I can't believe what some of this stuff is selling for on Ebay. I'm contemplating if I should sell my scarf and jacket. They're collectors items but at the same time I did over spend on the games. What do you guys think? Would you keep the stuff or sell it?

Sell it if you can make a profit. It's only clothing, which is overpriced.

[marcXcore]

Sell it now and rebuy it when the price cools down in a couple weeks if u still want it.


+1

This is what I'm going to be doing with my wool sweater.
There aren't so few of these things that they won't be available weeks after the initial hype. Plus it helps those of us who ended up with a size we can't use (I bought a large sweater, but I find it's way too big) so I'll buy a medium or small when the craze slows down.

[DIODIO]

You sure you feel bad for people wanting the gear now?
Or are you being a douche and cynical with your last sentence and acting like a 5 year old ";)" who got something and rubbing it in other people's faces that would like to get it?

For those of you wanting the gear, I read that HBC didn't expect this kind of reaction to the gear and are apparently going to be making a dedicated line of apparel maybe. So just chill, wait it out a bit and don't strike when the iron is hot, because obviously you're going to be paying premium for it.

Otherwise, life goes on, you'll live.

+1
I'm one of those ppl whom are waiting for 50% off this stuffs... am I disappointed that I didn't get any? Hell NO! So the douches can rub it in all they want, since I aren't the ones who paid for this over priced clothes! This reminds me of all those douches who pays big $$$ buying big name brand clothes/shoes which are ALL made in China/India, WHICH only cost those companies 1/10 of what they charge to produce! :lol:

[c5ho]

Grrrr! Everytime I see this thread I wanna kick myself for not buying a black trapper hat when I saw them at the Bay. Now they're going for $100 on ebay.

[Madchester]

+1
I'm one of those ppl whom are waiting for 50% off this stuffs... am I disappointed that I didn't get any? Hell NO! So the douches can rub it in all they want, since I aren't the ones who paid for this over priced clothes! This reminds me of all those douches who pays big $$$ buying big name brand clothes/shoes which are ALL made in China/India, WHICH only cost those companies 1/10 of what they charge to produce! :lol:

^

Most ppl here haven't paid extra for their items - they're going thru this thread to check for store inventory/discounts or to look for trades. This isn't like Dutch Tulip mania... ppl are still wearing said apparel right now half the week after the Games ended; it's not just some speculative bubble.

There's no guarantee that HBC will re-release this line; their CEO has hinted but hasn't confirmed anything at the moment. Also, we don't really know anything about this supposed permanent collection - will it merely be a re-release or will there be brand new styles? What's most probable is that HBC won't be releasing so many items if a permanent collection is released... it's not really to their advantage to do so in a full collection in a non-Olympic shopping season this fall.

The best bet right now is to find what you can at face value. That way you'll be guaranteed of having something from the collection regardless of what HBC does in the future.

[1226]

http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6108/v1222123861.jpg


"The more I beard, the more my beard donates to athletes"

[mrdevil]

I have one new with tag Men Olympic Canada full zipup Hoodie Salt & Pepper Gray in a L looking to trade for an XL(any colour).

also have a women's small knitted zipup (the one with the grey moose in the front) for trade - prefer a women's M canada full zipup hoodie

call or text 604-307-3395 for fast response

located in GVR

[gmark2000]

If you manage to use a proxy, you can shop at the NBC Olympics store. The items are slowly getting marked down. You get NBC swag, Vancouver 2010 merchandise and Team USA gear on their website. http://images.postdirect.com/master/11/1207345/logo.gif (http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/?v=olympics&nvbar=Olympics)

Also, I mentioned on another thread about the Canada Curling gear by Mondetta. You can buy it here: http://eventmax.curling.ca/

http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/1208/v3022378083p.jpg

The Freestyle Ski Team gear can be bought here: http://store.ampmerch.com/freestyleski/view-all.html

[jrross]

If that photo doesn't sell curling gear, I don't know what will!!!!

[xelemenopeex]

^

Most ppl here haven't paid extra for their items - they're going thru this thread to check for store inventory/discounts or to look for trades. This isn't like Dutch Tulip mania... ppl are still wearing said apparel right now half the week after the Games ended; it's not just some speculative bubble.

There's no guarantee that HBC will re-release this line; their CEO has hinted but hasn't confirmed anything at the moment. Also, we don't really know anything about this supposed permanent collection - will it merely be a re-release or will there be brand new styles? What's most probable is that HBC won't be releasing so many items if a permanent collection is released... it's not really to their advantage to do so in a full collection in a non-Olympic shopping season this fall.

The best bet right now is to find what you can at face value. That way you'll be guaranteed of having something from the collection regardless of what HBC does in the future.


I completely agree with this. In this article:

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/hbc-tries-to-build-on-olympic-momentum/article1483478

it is stated that the permanent collection will be modeled on the popular Games styles, not a re-release. I also don’t see why the need was felt by DioDio to repeatedly use the word douches to refer to certain consumers. It’s great and all that you want to save money and are not disappointed about the scarcity (and thus increased value) of the HBC Olympic line, but I find it highly unnecessary to be so condescending. it might be nice to step down off of your high horse once in a while.

[CSAgent]

I completely agree with this. In this article:

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/hbc-tries-to-build-on-olympic-momentum/article1483478

it is stated that the permanent collection will be modeled on the popular Games styles, not a re-release. I also don’t see why the need was felt by DioDio to repeatedly use the word douches to refer to certain consumers. It’s great and all that you want to save money and are not disappointed about the scarcity (and thus increased value) of the HBC Olympic line, but I find it highly unnecessary to be so condescending. it might be nice to step down off of your high horse once in a while.

They're just envious that some people got their stuff for retail value. I guess the millions of Canadians who did get their hands on Team Canada gear for retail are all douches.

Or they're just trolls looking to incite conflict - some people have no lives other than to start online shouting matches.

@ Madchester, thanks for the daily updates on the bloor/yonge The Bay location - I walked by there for the huge street party on the night of the golden GOAL by Crosby and saw a bunch of mannequins wearing the gear, do you know if they'll take those down to sell their clothes??

[Fifster]

Warning: Off topic (kinda)

I just realized that the earlier hoodies and later ones are different. My family bought our hoodies the first week they came out. We noticed that the red colour is different from some other people who has it (not as vibrant). Initially I thought it's because ours have been washed a few times and the colour became more muted. BUT I found out later that ours are all made in Canada and the more vibrant red ones are made in China. They probably used different dyes for the fabric and couldn't get it exact. I guess we lucked out and got Canadian made ones :lol:

Ok, back on topic, I bought a 21" Quatchi yesterday at Save-on-Foods in Coquitlam. A guy was contemplating buying so I just hung around him. The moment he put it down I snatched it :) 50% off at $25!! I just wanted a bigger Quatchi, medium Sumi & Miga, and a small Mukmuk. That's how they're supposed to be propotionately. The box set didn't do it for me :)

[xelemenopeex]

I'd really like a Quatchi with red mittens, but would prefer not to pay the $30 online + shipping. I noticed from posts in here that they have these out West (and on sale even!) but I am located in Ontario. Does anyone happen to know where I might be able to pick one up?

Also, I keep hearing of (and seeing) Quatchi slippers but once again these seem to be out West. Do these happen to be in Ontario by chance as well?

Any help anyone can provide is greatly appreciated.

Also, thank you to those who have mentioned Home Outfitters as a source of HBC gear, thanks to you guys I picked up an adult trapper hat yesterday! (so excited!) So thank you again!

[Madchester]

@ Madchester, thanks for the daily updates on the bloor/yonge The Bay location - I walked by there for the huge street party on the night of the golden GOAL by Crosby and saw a bunch of mannequins wearing the gear, do you know if they'll take those down to sell their clothes??

On Monday, they covered up two of the Bloor Street window displays... so all the mannequins' hoodies, scarfs, etc were removed I assume. Don't know if they're in back inventory or already sold off. Doesn't hurt to ask the staff..... I'm assuming these are the displays with the Hockey Canada apparel.... i usually cut through the HBC centre so I don't see the window displays on a daily basis.

The third window had a striped HBC jacket (Clara Hughes wore this style at the OC) and a red podium quilted jacket as of Monday. I doubt they're selling those to the public directly.

[mh009]

Warning: Off topic (kinda)

I just realized that the earlier hoodies and later ones are different. My family bought our hoodies the first week they came out. We noticed that the red colour is different from some other people who has it (not as vibrant). Initially I thought it's because ours have been washed a few times and the colour became more muted. BUT I found out later that ours are all made in Canada and the more vibrant red ones are made in China. They probably used different dyes for the fabric and couldn't get it exact. I guess we lucked out and got Canadian made ones :lol:




I havent compared the colours (I have canadian made sweaters as well) but I think you ended up getting the better deal... probably lasts longer too! I havent seen anymore Canadian made anything since a few days before the start of the games so HBC probably pushed through the canadian ones from launch and then stuck with the china ones.

[Rekognize]

Also, I mentioned on another thread about the Canada Curling gear by Mondetta. You can buy it here: http://eventmax.curling.ca/


Do they sell replicas of other countries? :D

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg

[kuba]

They're just envious that some people got their stuff for retail value. I guess the millions of Canadians who did get their hands on Team Canada gear for retail are all douches.

No, the douches are the ones that post something along the lines of "Golly gee, I guess I'm smart for purchasing it in November, sorry about your luck guys, maybe you can get the next Olympic apparel :lol:"



Or they're just trolls looking to incite conflict - some people have no lives other than to start online shouting matches.

lol @ no lives...I love the irony in this statement coming from you.

[DIODIO]

Do they sell replicas of other countries? :D

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg

I offically declare Curling is my second farvoite winter sport(to watch)! Hockey is still the best! :lol:

[Yankees 1903]

Seriously it's just clothes, some of you are acting like your searching for some long lost treasure. If you missed out on the gear (like me) then big deal, let the people who did buy it when it was in stock enjoy it. If people on ebay want to sell their stuff and the market is willing to spend ridiculous amounts of money on it then let them. Next time we will all learn to buy the gear before the next winter Olympics starts. I'm sure HBC will have ample supply after their screw up the past two Olympics.

[CSAgent]

No, the douches are the ones that post something along the lines of "Golly gee, I guess I'm smart for purchasing it in November, sorry about your luck guys, maybe you can get the next Olympic apparel :lol:"



lol @ no lives...I love the irony in this statement coming from you.

Yeah, alright - I bought it early at retail. Now what are you going to do about it?

[DIODIO]

I completely agree with this. In this article:

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/hbc-tries-to-build-on-olympic-momentum/article1483478

it is stated that the permanent collection will be modeled on the popular Games styles, not a re-release. I also don’t see why the need was felt by DioDio to repeatedly use the word douches to refer to certain consumers. It’s great and all that you want to save money and are not disappointed about the scarcity (and thus increased value) of the HBC Olympic line, but I find it highly unnecessary to be so condescending. it might be nice to step down off of your high horse once in a while.

I was simply agreeing to the comment(towards the douche)"Or are you being a douche and cynical with your last sentence and acting like a 5 year old "" who got something and rubbing it in other people's faces that would like to get it?"
Guess by doing that makes me a 5 yr old too! Oh well, guess I've just become one of the yongest member on RFD! :lol:

[helphelp911]

Do they sell replicas of other countries? :D

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg

wow..Curling is hot. I want to watch that Curling game

[gmark2000]

I offically declare Curling is my second farvoite winter sport(to watch)! Hockey is still the best! :lol:

Google some images of "Madeleine Dupont" of Denmark. They're the ones who wore mini-skirts at the Olympics.

[sotypical]

Our Fields had some stuff cheap. Nothing great, but some stores might be better. $1 lanyards, pins, keychains, etc. (ours had no pins) and $10 shirts, there were some okay Vancouver 2010 hoodies but nothing to get excited over.

[deezz]

Google some images of "Madeleine Dupont" of Denmark. They're the ones who wore mini-skirts at the Olympics.

googled "madeleine dupont skirts olympics" and didn't see anything :(

[the_fm]

googled "madeleine dupont skirts olympics" and didn't see anything :(

i just googled her and well, with the safe search off, got to see a nice picture :eek:

and found a pic

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/2579/19472358281926275565981.jpg

[dealdigger16]

Do they sell replicas of other countries? :D

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg


Cuts through the ogling :P
At the Bay (downtown, Vancouver) they have entire Russia and International sections. Russia has displays on the first floor just outside of the fenced off Olympic superstore, and a good size section on the 5th floor too. Can't say 100% sure about curling jacket as pictured but lotsa Russia stuff there.

Hope it helps. Now back to your regularly scheduled ogling ;)

[1226]

i just googled her and well, with the safe search off, got to see a nice picture :eek:



LOL, I found the same one. NSFW. :cheesygri

[a in yul]

LOL, I found the same one. NSFW. :cheesygri

http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/madeleine+dupont

:cheesygri

[gheart008]

Try waterfront center. There is this store that sells it for $50. Save-on Richmond ackroyd road if they still have stock. Not sure if it is half off.



Anyone see the 4-pack mascot at YVR or in richmond LD?

I bought my 4 pack mascot from YVR on Monday, still had some when I left on Tuesday.

[lucho2000]

Hi all does anyone have any idea were i can still buy some Olympic apparel in the city thanks.


Luis

[Mr. Robo]

Hi all does anyone have any idea were i can still buy some Olympic apparel in the city thanks.


Luis

and which city is that?

[d182]

petro canada glasses are also discounted from 3.99 to 2.99

[CSAgent]

http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/madeleine+dupont

:cheesygri

Very nice.. I'm AT work but thankfully behind me is the window. :D

---

Trapper hats:

A coworker of mine went to Home Outfitters at Heartland and found those Trapper Hats ($25) in adult size S/M and some Youth hats ($20).

She said there were about 4-5 left.

[DIODIO]

i just googled her and well, with the safe search off, got to see a nice picture :eek:

and found a pic

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/2579/19472358281926275565981.jpg

:eek:I just punch maself for EVER thinking that curling was a sport for old ladies!
and punch maself again for cheering for our team(s) >joking!< !!! Too bad the girls/ladies don't look like that on the hockey teams, or it would be a little more interesting/appealing to watch! :lol::twisted::lol::twisted::lol:
Now this is what I call "OMGWTFBBQ" (taken from this thread: http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/fs-smoking-hot-omgwtfbbq-ymmv-trade2-battlefield-bad-company-2-thin-red-line-861470

[scmasaru]

Just got back from London Drug at Granville/Georgia. They still got plenty of plush boxsets. lots of plushes, keychains. If you are going to buy whole bunch of them, don't use the dirty shopping baskets but instead grab a reusable bag at the entrance (you can choose to return the bag to the cashier). You don't want your Quatchi scrubbing the bottom of the basket before he scrubs your kid's face.

[jonkaho]

i wonder when is the HBC online store going discount their olympic stuff?

[BestOffer]

Vancouver 2010 Fuzzy Mascot Hat for Kids are back!!!

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/toques/vancouver-2010-fuzzy-mascot-hat-for-kids-quatchi/prod10118232.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/toques/vancouver-2010-fuzzy-mascot-hat-for-kids-miga/prod10118231.html
http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/toques/vancouver-2010-fuzzy-mascot-hat-for-kids-sumi/prod10118233.html

[kmchow]

i wonder when is the HBC online store going discount their olympic stuff?
In an Olympics discount/clearance thread/article, HBC noted they'll start discounting after the paraolympics are over, especially if there are lots of stuff left.

[Siye]

Geez.. discounted sale now wouldn't even be that great. There's only crap left now... imagine the crap stock 3 weeks from now.

Honestly they didn't make enough of the good apparel and too much ugly stuff no one wants to wear.

[sonic]

I was hoping both versions (hand knit/not hand knit) of this sweater would bomb and no one would buy it forcing HBC to offer it at steep discounts. However thats not going to happen.

http://theloophalifax.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/hbc-cowichan.jpg

It's kind of over the top, stereotyping Canadians as knit sweater wearing moose lovers, and nice looking all at the same time.

Where are these sweaters being sold? I LIKE THEM! :razz:

.

[thefeebster]

Cuts through the ogling :P
At the Bay (downtown, Vancouver) they have entire Russia and International sections. Russia has displays on the first floor just outside of the fenced off Olympic superstore, and a good size section on the 5th floor too. Can't say 100% sure about curling jacket as pictured but lotsa Russia stuff there.

Hope it helps. Now back to your regularly scheduled ogling ;)

They tore down the Russia Section at the Bay. At first, they moved it to the first floor by the make-up, but they tore it down yesterday and removed all merch. There is no section on the 5th floor, as of yesterday. It is now a large area for Team USA gear and hockey t-shirts.

[dealdigger16]

Where are these sweaters being sold? I LIKE THEM! :razz:

.

Little late to the game now, these would be all gone at HBC stores around and the last time I was at the Bay in downtown Vancouver during the Games they were all gone, except for *MAYBE* kid sizes.

You will find them on Craigslist and EBay though ;) at a premium

[klehrie]

Remember if anyone wants to buy the books offered on the Vancouver2010.com store they are cheaper on amazon. I bought the "Vancouver 2010 Mascot Story Book" and "With Glowing Hearts: The Official Commemorative Book of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games" for ~4 and ~30 cheaper each book, respectively.

BTW...is anyone going to buy the souvenir torch replica? It's quite expensive but I think I might hit myself if I end up regretting it later on....if someone else buys it I can blame them instead for making me want to buy it =P

[sotypical]

I saw the Vancouver 2010 Mascot Story Book at my local Zellers last night for $10.

[wcoastmom]

At Oakridge mall today:

Nike store has a few hockey t-shirts (not official Olympic stuff) - just Team Canada t-shirts with players numbers/names. They even have Sedins & Russian. There are also a few kid's t-shirts of the same too. No more Gold t-shirts (for Men's hockey) but there are a few Women's Hockey Gold t-shirts.

Artizia - has a few things on sale, but as you would expect, no great deals.

Bay - lots of kid stuff, some adult stuff but slim pickings - also limited in terms of size.


Also went to LD Kerrisdale - lots of 4 packs, lots of key chains & lots of Quatchi's.

[VitaminB]

Remember if anyone wants to buy the books offered on the Vancouver2010.com store they are cheaper on amazon. I bought the "Vancouver 2010 Mascot Story Book" and "With Glowing Hearts: The Official Commemorative Book of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games" for ~4 and ~30 cheaper each book, respectively.

BTW...is anyone going to buy the souvenir torch replica? It's quite expensive but I think I might hit myself if I end up regretting it later on....if someone else buys it I can blame them instead for making me want to buy it =P


icoke has a coupon for $45 off $299 for the birks torch Replica.

[canabiz]

Where are these sweaters being sold? I LIKE THEM! :razz:

.

I saw these sweaters at the Bay Rideau downtown Ottawa this past weekend, still quite a bit of selections left, I forgot to check if it's for men or women. I don't think these sweaters is in high demand though, they look a bit too *mature* for me and don't really project Canadian or Olympic images but maybe that's just me.

[jessome17]

I saw these sweaters at the Bay Rideau downtown Ottawa this past weekend, still quite a bit of selections left, I forgot to check if it's for men or women. I don't think these sweaters is in high demand though, they look a bit too *mature* for me and don't really project Canadian or Olympic images but maybe that's just me.

Any podium jackets??

[canabiz]

Any podium jackets??

No, the shelves were pretty bare at both the Bayshore (west Ottawa) and Rideau (downtown) locations. There were lots of choices for kids but not much for adults.

I am curious to see if the (black market) demand is still high 2 or 3 weeks from now, when the Olympic fever has subsided and folks have moved on with their daily routine.

[coolman217]

Found lots and lots of 4-packs, keychains, small and med-size plush mascots at the Kerrisdale location! Jackpot!


so, has anyone seen the big plush on sale? >_<

[allanlaw]

Anyone know where to buy the lanyard and ticket holder? No luck in Olympic store.

[HotDealsRock]

Anyone know where to buy the lanyard and ticket holder? No luck in Olympic store.

+1

i wud like one too

[wcoastmom]

I only saw a few of the podium jackets (I assume you mean the quilted ones) during the first week of the Olympics - I would imagine they are all gone now.

[jessome17]

I only saw a few of the podium jackets (I assume you mean the quilted ones) during the first week of the Olympics - I would imagine they are all gone now.

You are probably right. I saw them during the first week of the games as well, but I go to The Bay everyday hoping that somebody's returned it or something. So far no luck and I keep hoping I'll find one cheap on eBay, maybe in a couple of weeks, who knows?

I'm also still crossing my fingers for a new shipment for the paralympics

[sh0n]

Anyone have inside information on when Vanoc or the Olympic houses or comittiess will sell or auction off the other goodies?

I'm talking about the modern furniture, computers, electronics and HD TV's.

I'm quite interested if any of this would become available.

[dnesan]

Anyone have inside information on when Vanoc or the Olympic houses or comittiess will sell or auction off the other goodies?

I'm talking about the modern furniture, computers, electronics and HD TV's.

I'm quite interested if any of this would become available.

There's a thread going on TVs, at least: http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/olympic-plasmas-860710/

[1226]

Anyone know where to buy the lanyard and ticket holder? No luck in Olympic store.

Check Sears in Pacific Centre. They had lanyards (but no ticket holders) when I was there last Friday.

[allanlaw]

Thanks, figure I can just buy lanyard for now. For the paralympic games starting soon, they will most likely have ticket holders available for sale again (albeit the lanyard may be different).

[bubba g]

Anyone have inside information on when Vanoc or the Olympic houses or comittiess will sell or auction off the other goodies?

I'm talking about the modern furniture, computers, electronics and HD TV's.

I'm quite interested if any of this would become available.

www.ableauctions.ca

[dmxlite]

Anyone have inside information on when Vanoc or the Olympic houses or comittiess will sell or auction off the other goodies?

I'm talking about the modern furniture, computers, electronics and HD TV's.

I'm quite interested if any of this would become available.

After Mar 21.


Once the Paralympics ends March 21, the provincial government will organize a public sale of Vanoc assets, such as furniture, computers, and street banners

http://www.globaltvbc.com/beyondthepodium/Vancouver+shedding+much+Olympic+makeover/2636870/story.html

Found this on google, if you want volume orders, see this pdf, otherwise small/individual orders will have to wait till after the Paralympics.
http://www.nanaimochamber.bc.ca/assets/images/uploads/File/VANOC%20Asset%20Sales%20-%20V2.pdf

[jessome17]

Hmm.. the NHL online shop has free customization because of the trade deadline for today and guess what? NO team Canada jerseys, surprise surprise. That would've been a HOT HOT deal, $130 + free customization and only about $8 for shipping.

[licorice]

I saw the book "The Story of the Vancouver 2010 Mascots" at Costco for maybe $8.99, can't remember the exact price.

[iluv2fish]

There is a Winter Games Warehouse Superstore sale for those in the GVR.

Address is :

106-310 Kent St. South
Vancouver, B.C.


Things were marked down 50 to 75 %

Not sure what is left.


Sorry if this has already been posted.

[hotoffthepress]

Anyone have inside information on when Vanoc or the Olympic houses or comittiess will sell or auction off the other goodies?

I'm talking about the modern furniture, computers, electronics and HD TV's.

I'm quite interested if any of this would become available.

Remember some items have been in use for a few years now by VANOC. You may end up with a unit that years of constant usage; also some of the electronics have been weathered as it's been in use outdoors.

I would stay away from the electronics, as there's no easy way to determine all these factors which could degrade the unit.

Furniture is furniture, so it's fairly safe, then maybe not :lol: (use your imagination):

"The Toronto-based Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research said Wednesday that it is airlifting an emergency shipment of 8,500 condoms to the Olympic city. The original supply of 100,000 rubbers for the Vancouver and Whistler athletes' villages is running out." (http://www.thewhig.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2465426)

[crashxxx]

just finally got a response to my heated email to HBC about completely dropping the ball on this merchandise, apparently I'm not the only one to complain.

seems they are going to continue some production.. or I should say 'reproduction' .. I take that has the items to be replicas of the original item quality, meaning, less than. the items in the stores is of lower quality already than the actual items the athletes wore (to sell at what HBC calls a reasonable price point), the reproductions with be less than the first line of stock.

saving all the blah blah blah.. here's the meat and potatoes of the reply:


However we are looking at reproducing some of our key items based on the
tremendous response which we hope to have available within the next 45
days.

We are also considering the development of a new fall 2010 line that
will reflect some of the most popular items in the Team apparel that
will be available in stores in time for back to school shopping.


Regards,

Ananya
Customer Services
Customer.Service@hbc.com

[KrayzieTRD]

So where's the cheapest place to buy a replica team canada jersey now?
Anyone think the price will drop soon?

[st7860]

London Drugs at Georgia and Granville in Vancouver still has tons of:

- set of 4 mascots for $30, regular $60
- mascot keychains (all types) for $5, regular $10
- medium mascots, $15 regular $30

[deezz]

i just googled her and well, with the safe search off, got to see a nice picture :eek:

and found a pic



oh yeah safe search...lol...I was at work haha

[ZIgot]

Do they sell replicas of other countries? :D

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg

Hi Rekognize,
Where do you get this screenshot? Is it off the TV?

Thx

[Tray091810]

I have the quilted jacket NWT in ladies Small. Not looking to sell but for a swap up a size to a ladies Medium NWT. Please pm me if interested in the swap. Thanks!

[coolman217]

Hi Rekognize,
Where do you get this screenshot? Is it off the TV?

Thx

you can easily get a snapshot if you have tv cards, esp the Hauppauge cards with the WinTV program.

[tidus]

There is a Winter Games Warehouse Superstore sale for those in the GVR.

Address is :

106-310 Kent St. South
Vancouver, B.C.


Things were marked down 50 to 75 %

Not sure what is left.


Sorry if this has already been posted.

^What's sold here??

[Pizzletron]

Hmm.. the NHL online shop has free customization because of the trade deadline for today and guess what? NO team Canada jerseys, surprise surprise. That would've been a HOT HOT deal, $130 + free customization and only about $8 for shipping.

Probably not HOT at all. The Shop.NHL jerseys use Heat-Pressed numbers and name-plates on their customized jerseys. Basically the "stitching is screen printed to look authentic. Huge disappointment, and also relief that I didn't order from Shop.NHL in the past.

Link to a jersey bought from Shop.NHL.com
http://hfboards.ca/showthread.php?t=480611&page=2

[marcXcore]

Does anyone have the cowichan style sweater in a men's small or medium? I have a large sweater bnwt and I'd like to swap if possible for a different size sweater in the same condition. I'm in the Toronto area, but will ship the sweater if necessary. PM me if you are interested!

[iluv2fish]

^What's sold here??

I don't think there is much clothing. Mostly key chains, luggage tags, mascot items etc..

I didn't go but my wife's co-workers went yesterday.

[Euphoriiick]

I wanted to let those interested in Olympic wear from HBC that I have communicated with HBC and received a reponse, which appears to be favourable for those looking for the highly sought after Olympic Hoodies and more. Please see below, which is the response from HBC after my complaint that this fashion wear was in huge demand and there was no stock in stores:

Dear Mr. *******,

Thank you for your email dated March 3rd, 2010 regarding your concern
for Canada" branded Vancouver 2010 Olympic clothing line.

I would like to inform you that the Olympic merchandise has been on sale
in Bay and Zellers stores across Canada since October 1st and Canadians
turned out in unprecedented numbers to our stores to show their pride
during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.

As a result, we began selling out of several key items in our clothing
line as well as souvenirs about half way through the Games.
Unfortunately, because the Olympics are a onetime event and the clothing
line is specific to that event, once items are sold out, they are sold
out completely.

While your local store will be unique in what inventory it has, several
items from the 2010 Canadian Olympic Team apparel are still available as
are VANOC 2010 Olympic products.

However we are looking at reproducing some of our key items based on the
tremendous response which we hope to have available within the next 45
days.

We are also considering the development of a new fall 2010 line that
will reflect some of the most popular items in the Team apparel that
will be available in stores in time for back to school shopping.

Please feel free to contact the Bay Customer Service at 1-800-521-2364
and Zellers Customer Service at 1-888-226-2225, Monday through Saturday
8am - Midnight EST, Sunday 10am to 9pm EST for further assistance.

Your support of Hbc is appreciated and I look forward to continue
serving you in our Hbc stores.

Regards,

A******

Customer Services
Customer.Service@hbc.com

As such, you may chose to get raped by unscrupulous sellers, or wait until the product reaches stores in a few months. I've posted this on ebay (where prices are atrocious), craigs, and Kijiji. Patience will save you money.

[Madchester]

As such, you may chose to get raped by unscrupulous sellers, or wait until the product reaches stores in a few months. I've posted this on ebay (where prices are atrocious), craigs, and Kijiji. Patience will save you money.

Someone else already posted that email. As mentioned in previous posts, we don't know the scale or scope of HBC's supposed re-release and permanent collection.

Spring will be in full blast when said re-release arrives on shelves... so is it practical for HBC to be selling winter apparel? B/Y's 5th floor Olympic section has already been replaced by patio furniture! Likewise, said permanent collection implies it's Team Canada themed apparel but w/o COA branding. Like what Roots is doing right now. HBC doesn't have free range to do whatever they wish with the COA branding year-round; its really limited to apparel produced for the Games.

[Euphoriiick]

Someone else already posted that email. As mentioned in previous posts, we don't know the scale or scope of HBC's supposed re-release and permanent collection.

Spring will be in full blast when said re-release arrives on shelves... so is it practical for HBC to be selling winter apparel? B/Y's 5th floor Olympic section has already been replaced by patio furniture! Likewise, said permanent collection implies it's Team Canada themed apparel but w/o COA branding. Like what Roots is doing right now. HBC doesn't have free range to do whatever they wish with the COA branding year-round; its really limited to apparel produced for the Games.

__________________
WANT TO TRADE: HBC Olympic quilted jacket, Quatchi toque, and other Olympic swag (click here!!!!)

It's funny to see that your a re-seller of these items. Bias? You do make some good point however.

[Madchester]

^

Umm... When did WTT = FS?

Again, if you read the email carefully, the HBC avoids mention of "Olympic" branding for the proposed fall 2010 release. The HBC can't just take the current hoodie, remove the COA logo and sell it as-is this fall. Barring a contract overhaul, the HBC will need to re-design the whole line to appease the COA.

The COA's very protective about it's intellectual property. Remember... it (along with VANOC, and the IOC) were staunchly opposed to Hockey Canada using their own logo for the Olympic jersey. Hence the one-off re-design for the Vancouver 2010 jersey.

[LonesomeDove]

There is a Winter Games Warehouse Superstore sale for those in the GVR.

Address is :

106-310 Kent St. South
Vancouver, B.C.


Things were marked down 50 to 75 %

Not sure what is left.


Sorry if this has already been posted.

Anyone been to this store? What is available?

[tidus]

Anyone been to this store? What is available?


^

I don't think there is much clothing. Mostly key chains, luggage tags, mascot items etc..

I didn't go but my wife's co-workers went yesterday.

Thanks, might check it out later.

[BobSagget]

who makes the BELIEVE merchandise?

[Evdawg]

Probably not HOT at all. The Shop.NHL jerseys use Heat-Pressed numbers and name-plates on their customized jerseys. Basically the "stitching is screen printed to look authentic. Huge disappointment, and also relief that I didn't order from Shop.NHL in the past.

Link to a jersey bought from Shop.NHL.com
http://hfboards.ca/showthread.php?t=480611&page=2

So if you don't order from Shop.NHL where do you order? Are these not official jerseys?

[BestOffer]

who makes the BELIEVE merchandise?

ctv

[BobSagget]

ctv

ty.

[Euphoriiick]

^

Umm... When did WTT = FS?

Again, if you read the email carefully, the HBC avoids mention of "Olympic" branding for the proposed fall 2010 release. The HBC can't just take the current hoodie, remove the COA logo and sell it as-is this fall. Barring a contract overhaul, the HBC will need to re-design the whole line to appease the COA.

The COA's very protective about it's intellectual property. Remember... it (along with VANOC, and the IOC) were staunchly opposed to Hockey Canada using their own logo for the Olympic jersey. Hence the one-off re-design for the Vancouver 2010 jersey.

Anyways, the info is here for those who are interested, whether it is Olympic branded or not will be dependent upon the individual buyer. Is a 100-400% markup really worth the 2 small patches on the arm that indicate the 2010 Olympic venue? Time will tell to see if and when HBC comes out with a 2nd offering. It only makes sense for HBC to capitalize on the opportunity to make a LOT of money while riding the wave of Canadian patriotism.

[PrimeBane]

The COA's very protective about it's intellectual property. Remember... it (along with VANOC, and the IOC) were staunchly opposed to Hockey Canada using their own logo for the Olympic jersey. Hence the one-off re-design for the Vancouver 2010 jersey.

Assuming the COA get's a cut, I don't see them having a problem. :)

[Pizzletron]

So if you don't order from Shop.NHL where do you order? Are these not official jerseys?

Yes they are official jerseys. The customization they do is very low quality (cost effective i guess). I've ordered blank jerseys through Shop.NHL.com before and took them to get customized at Blue-line sports or Pacific Coast Cresting or any other custom sports shop.

I ordered a "Luongo" Team Canada jersey from the Olympic2010 store just before the Olympics started. The numbers, namebar were all stitched on, so the quality of those are definitely better.

[dnesan]

Yes they are official jerseys. The customization they do is very low quality (cost effective i guess). I've ordered blank jerseys through Shop.NHL.com before and took them to get customized at Blue-line sports or Pacific Coast Cresting or any other custom sports shop.

I ordered a "Luongo" Team Canada jersey from the Olympic2010 store just before the Olympics started. The numbers, namebar were all stitched on, so the quality of those are definitely better.

Just curious, but did you order the "replica" jersey that was ~175 (I think, something in the $100-200 range), or the official one that was like $400??

Just wondering if the replicas are also stitched.

[BobSagget]

Just curious, but did you order the "replica" jersey that was ~175 (I think, something in the $100-200 range), or the official one that was like $400??

Just wondering if the replicas are also stitched.

I am guessing the replica. I think they only sell blank authentic jerseys

[Madchester]

Anyways, the info is here for those who are interested, whether it is Olympic branded or not will be dependent upon the individual buyer. Is a 100-400% markup really worth the 2 small patches on the arm that indicate the 2010 Olympic venue? Time will tell to see if and when HBC comes out with a 2nd offering.

If it wasn't about said patches... then comparable Roots or Lululemon Canada apparel would be also be a hot commodity in the "after-market".

And again, it's not as simple as the HBC removing Olympic patches from existing apparel for a permanent collection. The entire CANADA motif (including the patches) is part of the COA design. The HBC would need to re-design everything so that it's distinguishable from Olympic apparel that had been produced in conjunction with the COA just for Vancouver 2010.

As other posters commented about potential HBC releases - don't get your hopes up. And looking at all the inquiries about store inventory and trades in this thread... people know better than to wait.

[Euphoriiick]

If it wasn't about said patches... then comparable Roots or Lululemon Canada apparel would be also be a hot commodity in the "after-market".

And again, it's not as simple as the HBC removing Olympic patches from existing apparel for a permanent collection. The entire CANADA motif (including the patches) is part of the COA design. The HBC would need to re-design everything so that it's distinguishable from Olympic apparel that had been produced in conjunction with the COA just for Vancouver 2010.

As other posters commented about potential HBC releases - don't get your hopes up. And looking at all the inquiries about store inventory and trades in this thread... people know better than to wait.


Man who peed in your coffee today? I guess that is why your called Mad Chester. I am only reiterating what HBC told me. I hope your day improves.

[CSAgent]

DO NOT BUY from this guy in the Toronto area - he's selling fake jerseys.

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/spo/1627100450.html

Went there during lunch after meeting a client, checked out his jerseys - price seemed good. $60 for a Crosby or Luongo? Seemed fishy...

Luckily, I had my authentic replica Nike jersey with me, I did comparisons and his is so fake. Shade of red is off, stitching is very messy and badly done. Materials are thicker and coarse compared to the one I had that I bought from Athletes World.

Be careful when buying clothing, lots of people selling fakes. How they produced it so fast is astounding...heh.

[Pizzletron]

Just curious, but did you order the "replica" jersey that was ~175 (I think, something in the $100-200 range), or the official one that was like $400??

Just wondering if the replicas are also stitched.

It was the replica, $175 -20% (old coupon code).


I am guessing the replica. I think they only sell blank authentic jerseys

They sell authentic w/ names for $599 at the CTV store.

[UBooboo]

There is a Winter Games Warehouse Superstore sale for those in the GVR.

Address is :

106-310 Kent St. South
Vancouver, B.C.


Things were marked down 50 to 75 %

Not sure what is left.


Sorry if this has already been posted.

Thanks for the info. Anyone know the hours of this store?
TIA

[deezz]

do not buy from this guy in the toronto area - he's selling fake jerseys.

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/spo/1627100450.html

went there during lunch after meeting a client, checked out his jerseys - price seemed good. $60 for a crosby or luongo? Seemed fishy...

Luckily, i had my authentic replica nike jersey with me, i did comparisons and his is so fake. Shade of red is off, stitching is very messy and badly done. Materials are thicker and coarse compared to the one i had that i bought from athletes world.

Be careful when buying clothing, lots of people selling fakes. How they produced it so fast is astounding...heh.

luuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuoooo ooooo!!!

[DIODIO]

DO NOT BUY from this guy in the Toronto area - he's selling fake jerseys.

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/spo/1627100450.html

Went there during lunch after meeting a client, checked out his jerseys - price seemed good. $60 for a Crosby or Luongo? Seemed fishy...

Luckily, I had my authentic replica Nike jersey with me, I did comparisons and his is so fake. Shade of red is off, stitching is very messy and badly done. Materials are thicker and coarse compared to the one I had that I bought from Athletes World.

Be careful when buying clothing, lots of people selling fakes. How they produced it so fast is astounding...heh.

+1
I bet they are made in china... didn't anyone watch the movie 2012? The chinese can build anything FAST in a short period of time! :lol:

[jessome17]

Probably not HOT at all. The Shop.NHL jerseys use Heat-Pressed numbers and name-plates on their customized jerseys. Basically the "stitching is screen printed to look authentic. Huge disappointment, and also relief that I didn't order from Shop.NHL in the past.

Link to a jersey bought from Shop.NHL.com
http://hfboards.ca/showthread.php?t=480611&page=2

Well, I think that's up to the buyer if it's hot or not. I consider it hot because they charge you an extra $60-$70 for customization anyways. Plus, the Nike lettering is different from the Reebok lettering so it's probably already a plus. Also, I have ordered a jersey from them 3 years ago for christmas and the lettering has heat pressed, but it didn't look like that guys crap jersey. I'm not convinced that is NHL.com's work.

[Harry_K]

Thanks for the info. Anyone know the hours of this store?
TIA

Was there this afternoon.

Winter Games warehouse sale
106-310 Kent St. South, Vancouver

From their sign out front

Mon-Wed 10:30am-4:30pm
Thur-Fri 10:30am-7:00pm
Sat : 11:00am-4:00pm

Cash/Credit Cards

Located south of tracks behind South Van R.C. Superstore

From memory:

Lots of small, med size backpacks $10 and up, e.g. sumi back pack $15
Small cooler bags
Ski Bags $25
Lanyards $3
metal key chains $3ea or 4 for $10,
Team Canada Jersey key chains $3?
plastic key chains $2 or 6 for $10

[tidus]

Was there this afternoon.

Winter Games warehouse sale
106-310 Kent St. South, Vancouver

From their sign out front

Mon-Wed 10:30am-4:30pm
Thur-Fri 10:30am-7:00pm
Sat : 11:00am-4:00pm

Cash/Credit Cards

Located south of tracks behind South Van R.C. Superstore

From memory:

Lots of small, med size backpacks $10 and up, e.g. sumi back pack $15
Small cooler bags
Ski Bags $25
Lanyards $3
metal key chains $3ea or 4 for $10,
Team Canada Jersey key chains $3?
plastic key chains $2 or 6 for $10

Thanks for the info!

[Pizzletron]

Plus, the Nike lettering is different from the Reebok lettering so it's probably already a plus. I'm not convinced that is NHL.com's work.

Not sure what you mean? The Nike lettering will still be made of the same screen-printed twill material that the Reebok premier jerseys are made from. Different font, but they will still be heat pressed. Only the authentic jerseys sold on NHL.com will have a sewn number/name combo.


I'm not convinced that is NHL.com's work.

Shop.NHL's crappy work a pretty known fact in the jersey collecting world. I would never wear one to a game. If it's up to your standards, perfect. I'm just spreading the word.

[jessome17]

Not sure what you mean? The Nike lettering will still be made of the same screen-printed twill material that the Reebok premier jerseys are made from. Different font, but they will still be heat pressed. Only the authentic jerseys sold on NHL.com will have a sewn number/name combo.



Shop.NHL's crappy work a pretty known fact in the jersey collecting world. I would never wear one to a game. If it's up to your standards, perfect. I'm just spreading the word.

What I mean is I don't think that the lettering is made by the same people. Reebok has their numbers and letters and Nike has their numbers and letters. Nike is the one that gives out the numbers/letters to put on the jerseys, so I would think that the quality would not be the same as the screen printed stuff. Perhaps NHL does their own in house lettering and just copies the font, but unless you've actually purchased an Olympic jersey and can prove with pictures that it's crap quality, let people make their own decisions.

Also I'm sure if people are shelling out big bucks for authentic jerseys they use the proper lettering.

I was merely giving people a suggestion, never did I say people had to use nhl.com, it really bothers me that you have the nerve to criticize a suggestion I gave because you think it's crap.

on another note, obviously NHL has cheaped out on lettering since the last time I got mine. Because in no way does my jersey look like those guy's jerseys AT ALL.

[Pizzletron]

Like I said, I'm just spreading the word. Yes, NHL has declined in quality over the last 5 years. I didn't mean to shoot you down. That being said, you even said it looks like crap yourself. Now you know.

To get this back on topic. Vancouver Downtown HBC had 50% off Team USA merchandise on the 4th(?) floor separate from the rest of the Olympic stuff.

[MTL-TechY]

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/telegraph/multimedia/archive/01356/curling-glasses_1356457i.jpg
wow..Curling is hot. I want to watch that Curling game

http://i.imgur.com/agJ9g.jpg

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/2579/19472358281926275565981.jpg


who knew curling has such a breathtaking new generation following in its footsteps, not to mention the game itself isn't so bad if you know how it goes!

[4flava]

Crosby replica jersey is now available in LARGE and XXL!!!!

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/nike/vancouver-2010-olympic-team-canada-replica-jersey-crosby/prod365239657.html

[Madchester]

Man who peed in your coffee today? I guess that is why your called Mad Chester. I am only reiterating what HBC told me. I hope your day improves.

1) Someone already posted the email

2) Read thru the thread to gauge actual opinion about a future re-release. The general RFD consensus (and the wording in the email) imply that it'll be a limited release at best. The HBC email makes no promises whatsoever.

Many ppl in this thread missed out on merchandise because they "waited" till the last minute. It's very disingenuous to tell people to wait longer, when there's no guarantee HBC will sell what ppl want within the next 45 days, let alone 6 months from now.



N.B.... there are youth trapper hats at B/Y. Just hanging there next to the other Vancouver 2010 caps.

[cod2]

im still looking to buy some red adult size mittens and a black canada jacket.. anyone know if theres any store with those in stock?

[canabiz]

Hey folks, a little late to the party but I just listed a pair of Small/Medium mittens on eBay with starting price of $19.99...not asking for the moon or anything like some other sellers.

Brand new with tags, if you are interested, look up this same username on that site. Just looking to pay for my lunch at Baton Rouge tomorrow, that's all.

Hope everyone finds what they are looking for, sooner rather than later.

[jessome17]

Hey folks, a little late to the party but I just listed a pair of Small/Medium mittens on eBay with starting price of $19.99...not asking for the moon or anything like some other sellers.

Brand new with tags, if you are interested, look up this same username on that site. Just looking to pay for my lunch at Baton Rouge tomorrow, that's all.

Hope everyone finds what they are looking for, sooner rather than later.

Mmmmm Baton Rouge

"Ribs, I had ribs for lunch. That's why I'm doing this" (Anchorman :razz:)

Good luck on the listing, reasonable price!

[atong]

anyone buy stuff from the vancouver2010.com site recently? I ordered Monday and it still hasn't shipped! there goes the next business day shipping to BC...

[Siye]

anyone buy stuff from the vancouver2010.com site recently? I ordered Monday and it still hasn't shipped! there goes the next business day shipping to BC...

I ordered on yesterday and it shipped out today.

[coolman217]

anyone buy stuff from the vancouver2010.com site recently? I ordered Monday and it still hasn't shipped! there goes the next business day shipping to BC...

You should make a complaint. They may give you 10% off for this.

[andsoitgoes]

I saw the Vancouver 2010 Mascot Story Book at my local Zellers last night for $10.

A lot of London Drugs locations have them for the same price. I got mine in the Surrey King George/104th location a week and a bit ago.

Kids love it!

[chandans]

so nhl.com has the crappy screen print ones, while the official olympic website has the proper stiched ones for 175 (blank for 130)? i gotta make up my mind on what to buy

[zzz3]

Shop.NHL's crappy work a pretty known fact in the jersey collecting world. I would never wear one to a game. If it's up to your standards, perfect. I'm just spreading the word.

for future consideration, where would you recommend to buy jerseys from? Sure the details might be hard to notice, but if im spending $200 i would definitely want the best quality...

[Fifster]

Does anyone know I can get olympic pins on sale? I tried London Drugs & Canadian Tire but they're all sold out. Other places I've visited still have them at regular prices.

[wild_warren]

for future consideration, where would you recommend to buy jerseys from? Sure the details might be hard to notice, but if im spending $200 i would definitely want the best quality...

Try icejerseys.com, they seem pretty legit and they their entire site is based on hockey.

[gmark2000]

Does anyone know I can get olympic pins on sale? I tried London Drugs & Canadian Tire but they're all sold out. Other places I've visited still have them at regular prices.

Rona was selling there pins for $5.

[mercury4]

Does anyone know where i can buy any of the Coke Olympic pins? Thanks for any help.

[dmxlite]

Does anyone know where i can buy any of the Coke Olympic pins? Thanks for any help.

vancouver 2010's site.

[mercury4]

vancouver 2010's site.

thanks for the info. i tried there but they are out of several days. i was hoping to find a retail outlet that might still have a good selection. in particular day 16. that's the only one i need to complete my bottle.

[LonesomeDove]

Does anyone know where i can buy any of the Coke Olympic pins? Thanks for any help.

The Bay in Downtown Vancouver has a wall devoted to Coca Cola Pins across from the Coca Cola pin trading center. Obviously, this info won't help you since you are Ottawa. And most of the Pin of the Day pins are sold out. Only 2 or 3 of them are available in this store. No Day 16 but lots of Day 1 and Day17. They must have made more of some pins than others.

But you can buy the entire collection for $300 on the 2010 Olympic Store:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/collectibles/pins/vancouver-2010-coca-cola-pin-of-the-day-framed-set/prodVANSS634.html

Good deal because they are framed and cheaper than buying them off ebay.

Some of the Day pins are hard to fine. The big one in the shape of a Maple Leaf which goes on top of the display sells for more than $50 on ebay. I was able to get all the pins for a complete set in the CTV atrium at Burrard and Robson. But that store is now closed. I bought enough Day Pins to complete 2 sets, which I am now selling on ebay.
Wished I bought more though.

This is what a complete Pin of the Day looks like:

http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/7316/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg (http://img130.imageshack.us/i/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg/)

[Pizzletron]

for future consideration, where would you recommend to buy jerseys from? Sure the details might be hard to notice, but if im spending $200 i would definitely want the best quality...

For sure, Ice Jerseys like wild_warren mentioned has a great reputation. I've bought a couple jerseys from them and they are top notch. I also have bought blank jerseys and got them customized at a local shop. Also try 20west.com.

[RightThurr]

I've ordered a few from rivercitysports and they've been great

[chandans]

so nhl.com has the crappy screen print ones, while the official olympic website has the proper stiched ones for 175 (blank for 130)? i gotta make up my mind on what to buy
Bump?

[ahsalloum]

Hey guys,

I am really really late to the party. What are the chances of me getting this somewhere in GVR? Or does any one have one to spare? :cry:

http://store.hbc.com/renderImage.image?imageName=hbc/hbc_RVYAF901.jpg&width=320&height=320

Anyone? :mad:

[peroxide8888]

Anyone know where I can find a Quatchi toque? The one where it's his face with the blue earmuffs (adult size, not the children's one)?

Thanks for any info!


Good luck with that, they're sold out everywhere. They're so popular that they're selling well above retail on ebay.


Notentirely true. There's tons of them at YVR right now.

I just took this pic 5 minutes ago.

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6370/img00002201003021559.jpg (http://img708.imageshack.us/i/img00002201003021559.jpg/)

They have all sizes of all mascots available. There's even more stacked inside the store on the shelves.

$29.99, not sure if that's regular price or not.

Good thing is too that it's outside the security gates accessible to everyone.
Those are the kids ones; fleece with "Quatchi" stitched on the bottom. The poster I quoted is looking for the adult size one; knit with "Vancouver 2010" stitched on the bottom.

I haven't seen the adult ones in any store I've been to in the last two weeks; the two accessible YVR stores included.

[UBooboo]

I was told that starting today Comor at Boundary and Hastings will have sale on Olympic apparel

[Rekognize]

For sure, Ice Jerseys like wild_warren mentioned has a great reputation. I've bought a couple jerseys from them and they are top notch. I also have bought blank jerseys and got them customized at a local shop. Also try 20west.com.


Try icejerseys.com, they seem pretty legit and they their entire site is based on hockey.

IceJerseys coupon codes here:

http://coupons.redflagdeals.com/i.php/all/IceJerseys.com_502/

[eon90210]

Does anyone know if the Team Canada replica jerseys on icejerseys.com is the same as the vancouver2010.com? I ordered a Sidney Crosby jersey from vancouver2010.com last night, but I looked at icejerseys.com and they do custom jerseys. I can put my own name on it! The only difference I notice is the icejerseys.com describes the jersey as Team Canada 'Swift' replica jersey. Anyone know is theres a difference? Thanks.

[BobSagget]

Seems IceJerseys.com has their own forum where they talk about how to spot fake jerseys and stuff....

http://forums.icejerseys.com/index.php?showforum=14

I know this doesn't obviously mean they sell "authentic" replicas but most companies wouldnt give advice on how to spot fakes if they sold fakes would they?

I dunno...

[MrWizard]

Does anyone know if the Team Canada replica jerseys on icejerseys.com is the same as the vancouver2010.com? I ordered a Sidney Crosby jersey from vancouver2010.com last night, but I looked at icejerseys.com and they do custom jerseys. I can put my own name on it! The only difference I notice is the icejerseys.com describes the jersey as Team Canada 'Swift' replica jersey. Anyone know is theres a difference? Thanks.

How old are you? If the answer is anything higher than 10-12, it's a serious jersey foul to put your own name on a jersey..

[gmark2000]

If you manage to use a proxy, you can shop at the NBC Olympics store. The items are slowly getting marked down. You get NBC swag, Vancouver 2010 merchandise and Team USA gear on their website. http://images.postdirect.com/master/11/1207345/logo.gif (http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/?v=olympics&nvbar=Olympics)
Sale at NBC Olympics Store.
http://images.postdirect.com/master/11/1208500/postcard2.jpg (http://link.email-nbcuniversalstore.com/u.d?XYGp_-IaL2Sr-x8-L80OR=15151)

[a in yul]

The Bay in Downtown Vancouver has a wall devoted to Coca Cola Pins across from the Coca Cola pin trading center. Obviously, this info won't help you since you are Ottawa. And most of the Pin of the Day pins are sold out. Only 2 or 3 of them are available in this store. No Day 16 but lots of Day 1 and Day17. They must have made more of some pins than others.

But you can buy the entire collection for $300 on the 2010 Olympic Store:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/collectibles/pins/vancouver-2010-coca-cola-pin-of-the-day-framed-set/prodVANSS634.html

Good deal because they are framed and cheaper than buying them off ebay.

Some of the Day pins are hard to fine. The big one in the shape of a Maple Leaf which goes on top of the display sells for more than $50 on ebay. I was able to get all the pins for a complete set in the CTV atrium at Burrard and Robson. But that store is now closed. I bought enough Day Pins to complete 2 sets, which I am now selling on ebay.
Wished I bought more though.

This is what a complete Pin of the Day looks like:

http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/7316/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg (http://img130.imageshack.us/i/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg/)


DONT FORGET YOUR VISAPERKS COupon;

found here; http://www.visa.ca/visaperks/shopping/The_Olympic_Store/index.jsp

[agent86]

The Bay in Downtown Vancouver has a wall devoted to Coca Cola Pins across from the Coca Cola pin trading center. Obviously, this info won't help you since you are Ottawa. And most of the Pin of the Day pins are sold out. Only 2 or 3 of them are available in this store. No Day 16 but lots of Day 1 and Day17. They must have made more of some pins than others.

But you can buy the entire collection for $300 on the 2010 Olympic Store:

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/collectibles/pins/vancouver-2010-coca-cola-pin-of-the-day-framed-set/prodVANSS634.html

Good deal because they are framed and cheaper than buying them off ebay.

Some of the Day pins are hard to fine. The big one in the shape of a Maple Leaf which goes on top of the display sells for more than $50 on ebay. I was able to get all the pins for a complete set in the CTV atrium at Burrard and Robson. But that store is now closed. I bought enough Day Pins to complete 2 sets, which I am now selling on ebay.
Wished I bought more though.

This is what a complete Pin of the Day looks like:

http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/7316/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg (http://img130.imageshack.us/i/bni7chwwkkgrhquhdeetgvo.jpg/)Thanks. I bit on this one. With free shipping and 10% off code, total came to $283.50 tax incl. That's like $15.75 per pin plus a frame included. Pretty good deal to me.

[deezz]

How old are you? If the answer is anything higher than 10-12, it's a serious jersey foul to put your own name on a jersey..

The bar I was at watching the game had plenty of grown boys with names on their jerseys....lol....it was pretty sad.

[a in yul]

Thanks. I bit on this one. With free shipping and 10% off code, total came to $283.50 tax incl. That's like $15.75 per pin plus a frame included. Pretty good deal to me.

which code did u use; i got 315 taxes in delivery included..?!

thx!

[BobSagget]

which code did u use; i got 315 taxes in delivery included..?!

thx!

VANSHIP9 for free shipping
SHOPONLINE2010 for 10% off

[a in yul]

super, thanks..!!

[Madchester]

B/Y update:

So those youth trapper hats I mentioned last nite are gone. G/F's Vancouver 2010 section has been removed altogether.

It's all-around dead there now. Fun while it lasted... remember some lady "discreetly" removing a mannequin's lumberjack shirt and Canuck tee last week. I assume that's how the hoodies disappeared weeks earlier.

[backcrack]

Tons of youth trapper hats available at the Olympic superstore in dt Vancouver, just came back from it!


B/Y update:

So those youth trapper hats I mentioned last nite are gone. G/F's Vancouver 2010 section has been removed altogether.

It's all-around dead there now. Fun while it lasted... remember some lady "discreetly" removing a mannequin's lumberjack shirt and Canuck tee last week. I assume that's how the hoodies disappeared weeks earlier.

[Siye]

Tons of youth trapper hats available at the Olympic superstore in dt Vancouver, just came back from it!

I'm actually not happy (to put it lightly) that there are truckloads of the knit and trapper hats available in youth sizes but none in adult. Hey, some of us have big heads. -_-

[zzz3]

Try icejerseys.com, they seem pretty legit and they their entire site is based on hockey.


For sure, Ice Jerseys like wild_warren mentioned has a great reputation. I've bought a couple jerseys from them and they are top notch. I also have bought blank jerseys and got them customized at a local shop. Also try 20west.com.


IceJerseys coupon codes here:

http://coupons.redflagdeals.com/i.php/all/IceJerseys.com_502/

thanks, ill wait for the 15/25 % coupons before ordering.

[Madchester]

I'm actually not happy (to put it lightly) that there are truckloads of the knit and trapper hats available in youth sizes but none in adult. Hey, some of us have big heads. -_-

The kniited items have polyester headbands right? If so, a youth size should fit. My youth lumberjack toque (the style Messier wore at the men's hockey final) fits my "adult-sized" melon with no problem. During that lids.ca sale... I had to get the second biggest cap size... and it's still tight on me!

The trapper hat's a different story....

[BestOffer]

VANSHIP9 for free shipping
SHOPONLINE2010 for 10% off

VANSHIP9 for free shipping ... IF YOU HAVE $100+ PURCHASE
SHOPONLINE2010 for 10% off ... DISCOUNT + FREE SHIP

[Pizzletron]

Seems IceJerseys.com has their own forum where they talk about how to spot fake jerseys and stuff....

http://forums.icejerseys.com/index.php?showforum=14

I know this doesn't obviously mean they sell "authentic" replicas but most companies wouldnt give advice on how to spot fakes if they sold fakes would they?

I dunno...

They sell authentic replicas for sure. Nike "Swift" jerseys are just the name for the jersey line they came out with for the Olympics. It's just Nike's fancy name, much like Reebok has their "Edge" (authentic jersey), and their "Premier" (replica).

[peroxide8888]

Was there this afternoon.

Winter Games warehouse sale
106-310 Kent St. South, Vancouver

From their sign out front

Mon-Wed 10:30am-4:30pm
Thur-Fri 10:30am-7:00pm
Sat : 11:00am-4:00pm

Cash/Credit Cards

Located south of tracks behind South Van R.C. Superstore

From memory:

Lots of small, med size backpacks $10 and up, e.g. sumi back pack $15
Small cooler bags
Ski Bags $25
Lanyards $3
metal key chains $3ea or 4 for $10,
Team Canada Jersey key chains $3?
plastic key chains $2 or 6 for $10

No apparel of any sort, no plush of any sort
http://img695.imageshack.us/img695/1451/oly004.jpg (http://img695.imageshack.us/i/oly004.jpg/)

Mascot Velcro wallets, all characters
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/912/oly001.jpg (http://img18.imageshack.us/i/oly001.jpg/)

http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/5031/oly007.jpg (http://img641.imageshack.us/i/oly007.jpg/)

Metal & PVC keychains, no plush keychains
http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/6721/oly005.jpg (http://img203.imageshack.us/i/oly005.jpg/)

Coca Cola lanyards in red/white and white/blue (see pic below)
http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/9127/oly009.jpg (http://img189.imageshack.us/i/oly009.jpg/)

Mascot lanyards, Miga only
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/6670/oly010.jpg (http://img38.imageshack.us/i/oly010.jpg/)

S/M messenger bags, day packs, ski boot bag, ski bag, snowboard bag
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/4771/oly008.jpg (http://img706.imageshack.us/i/oly008.jpg/)

http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/3446/oly002.jpg (http://img638.imageshack.us/i/oly002.jpg/)

http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/5092/oly003.jpg (http://img221.imageshack.us/i/oly003.jpg/)

http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/3942/oly006.jpg (http://img684.imageshack.us/i/oly006.jpg/)

Also saw mascot cooler/lunchbags in pastel colours, dog harnesses, Team Canada player lanyards, Team Canada jersey keychains (metal). May have been lapel pins too, but I don't remember off hand.

[1226]

Thanks for the report. Much appreciated.

[Lone_Prodigy]

Anyone? :mad:

Repeating your question isn't going to help. If no one's seen them, no one's going to respond.

[Madchester]

Damn. Could someone send a laynard over to T.O....:razz:

[vinyan331]

Ahh wish I was still there. Anyone wanna pick me up some keychains/lanyards/pins for Montreal? :lol:

[jessome17]

Ahh wish I was still there. Anyone wanna pick me up some keychains/lanyards/pins for Montreal? :lol:

Second that, I'm interested in the team Canada player lanyards.. Looking for Toews. Unless of course you meant 'player' as the Hockey Canada logo?

[gmark2000]

Another couple ways to get collectibles.

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/3429/28113127.jpg
http://stores.shop.ebay.ca/Official-Vancouver-2010-Auction

http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/9741/banner1601.jpg
http://cgi3.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=hockey_canada_auctions

[eon90210]

How old are you? If the answer is anything higher than 10-12, it's a serious jersey foul to put your own name on a jersey..

Damn I had no idea. I don't want to disrespect anyone that's for sure. I already have a canucks jersey with my name stitched on it. I guess for this one I'll go with one of the pre-stiched ones. Now Crosby or Luongo..hmmm...

[Madchester]

Huh? What, I don't understand. I already have a Vancouver Canucks jersey with my last name on it and the number 99. Why is this such a foul thing to do? I think it's kinda cool, like your part of the team and having an original jersey that no one else has. I'm 25 btw.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy?keyword=Jersey+Fouls

Personalized jerseys are generally tacky... to do so for a number that's been retired league wide for Gretzky? Let's just say ppl at the arena see what's on your back... and are probably talking behind your back about it.

[BestOffer]

No apparel of any sort, no plush of any sort

LOL are these even legal? seems too good to be true...stolen goods?

[peroxide8888]

Thanks for the report. Much appreciated.
You're welcome. :)

Damn. Could someone send a laynard over to T.O....:razz:


Ahh wish I was still there. Anyone wanna pick me up some keychains/lanyards/pins for Montreal? :lol:
Gimme a shopping list, I live halfway between this place and my workplace. Might have time on my lunch break tomorrow.

Second that, I'm interested in the team Canada player lanyards.. Looking for Toews. Unless of course you meant 'player' as the Hockey Canada logo?
I remember seeing Doughty, Seabrook maybe one other, but no Toews. The jersey keychains I remember are Pronger and Nash.

LOL are these even legal? seems too good to be true...stolen goods?
Trust me, my first thought was "Who the hell did they rob?"

[thehockeyguy]

went to the warehouse today.. picked up luongo and crosby keychains.. not much else interests me..

[gmark2000]

LOL are these even legal? seems too good to be true...stolen goods?

There were dozens upon dozens of companies who were licensees of the VANOC trademarks. This happened to be the bag and lanyard company. There's another company that made the pins. Etc...

[AcidBomber]

thanks, found. :)

[agent86]

Framed Coke pins set now OOS. Congrats to those who picked up a set. Glad I got mine. :lol:

[ruhroh]

You're welcome. :)



Gimme a shopping list, I live halfway between this place and my workplace. Might have time on my lunch break tomorrow.

I remember seeing Doughty, Seabrook maybe one other, but no Toews. The jersey keychains I remember are Pronger and Nash.

Trust me, my first thought was "Who the hell did they rob?"

Are you willing to help out another person in Toronto? I have a sad Mukmuk obsession :-0

[andsoitgoes]

Are you willing to help out another person in Toronto? I have a sad Mukmuk obsession :-0

You and my daughter!

She CRIED when we went to the Mascot show and there was no Mukmuk!!

I kept trying to tell her "Sweetie, Mukmuk is busy off helping the hockey players!"

At 5, it just didn't work :(

[Lone_Prodigy]

Framed Coke pins set now OOS. Congrats to those who picked up a set. Glad I got mine. :lol:

Were the Coke pins free to obtain? Never did make it over to the Coke venue at Yaletown.

Someone trying to sell a set: http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clt/1630016157.html

[Siye]

Muk Muk is the UNDERDOG mascot. I would say he's either 2nd or rivals the popularity of Quatchi... BUT I don't understand why he's so popular. :?::?::?::?: I didn't even know he existed until the games began.

[agent86]

Were the Coke pins free to obtain? Never did make it over to the Coke venue at Yaletown.

Someone trying to sell a set: http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clt/1630016157.htmlI think they are $12 each. If you can find them.

[Chubbydeer]

This may sound really juvenile, but I was really happy to find a Mukmuk coin purse for half price at a bicycle shop on West Broadway across from the Tim Hortons, also bought a sherpa lined Vancouver 2010 hoodie at Winners for $16.99 =P

[peroxide8888]

Are you willing to help out another person in Toronto? I have a sad Mukmuk obsession :-0
I'm getting PM'ed left, right and centre! But yeah, I can fit another person in. Let me get back to you.

My 2 yr old daughter whimpers "Quatchi!" in her sleep! :lol:

[Huu]

omfg how do i give props to peroxide8888!

[nvlizzy]

This may sound really juvenile, but I was really happy to find a Mukmuk coin purse for half price at a bicycle shop on West Broadway across from the Tim Hortons, also bought a sherpa lined Vancouver 2010 hoodie at Winners for $16.99 =P

I got that hoodie too! Brown or Blue? I also got the blue "surge" jacket that is still on the website for $89.99 for $19.99! Gotta love Winners!

[Chubbydeer]

Brown =P

[VitaminB]

Were the Coke pins free to obtain? Never did make it over to the Coke venue at Yaletown.

Someone trying to sell a set: http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clt/1630016157.html

I remember it costed $14 dollars for each day the olympics. The math and the daily lineups scared me. I'm happy with the freebie pins:)

[LonesomeDove]

Framed Coke pins set now OOS. Congrats to those who picked up a set. Glad I got mine. :lol:

It says "Available for Presale" but is now OOS. I suppose they had to put a limit to the amount they can sell because the big Male Leaf Pin that goes on top of the display is limited to 500 units.


Were the Coke pins free to obtain? Never did make it over to the Coke venue at Yaletown.

Someone trying to sell a set: http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/clt/1630016157.html

The Coke Pin of the Day were sold at the Bay Downtown, the store in the atrium of CTV studios, and online at the Olympic store. With taxes they came to $14 each. Each day had a different pin and they seem to have limited supplies of some of them. Day 16 has already been sold out, but there are lots of Day 1 and 17 still available at the Bay and on-line. It is vitually impossible to build one without going through ebay.

The pins WERE NOT sold at the Coke Pavilion. All you need was go to the CTV store and get them there without any lineups. I was able to build a couple of sets by buying them at the CTV store since they had stock of all of them.
BTW, I am not the guy on Craiglist but that guy stole my pictures off my ebay listing!

[ruhroh]

I'm getting PM'ed left, right and centre! But yeah, I can fit another person in. Let me get back to you.

My 2 yr old daughter whimpers "Quatchi!" in her sleep! :lol:

Thank you! :cheesygri

[Siye]

A quick question, but the 16.5" Quatchi is the 2nd biggest one right?

I'm trying to create a setup where all the characters are proportinally correct. I've seen piles and piles of plushies everywhere so I expect prices to be slashed soon enough! :D:D

[belfour]

There is a 38" and 21" Quatchi

[chump]

A quick question, but the 16.5" Quatchi is the 2nd biggest one right?

I'm trying to create a setup where all the characters are proportinally correct. I've seen piles and piles of plushies everywhere so I expect prices to be slashed soon enough! :D:D

This is what I did. I started off buying the 21" Quatchi from Save-On-Foods, I then went with a 13.5" Sumi, a red mitten 9.5" Miga and a 4.5" MukMuk which I took the keychain off of. MukMuk is a little small at 4.5", but I didn't think he looked right at 7.5".

All the others were bought at 50% off from London Drugs.

In my thinking if you take Quatchi as the base, Sumi is just over half Quatchi's height, Miga is about 15% smaller than Sumi and then Muk Muk is about half of Miga.

The nice thing about my group is that Quatchi can hug all the other characters with his arms, which you can't do if they're all the same size.

Yes, I devoted a bit of time thinking about this.

[Fifster]

I haven't seen any of the big quatchi around lately. Been looking all over for a 21" one. Anyone seen it?

[SeeWhy2]

Framed Coke pins set now OOS. Congrats to those who picked up a set. Glad I got mine. :lol:

A little Off topic but.......
I still have all my lapel pins (including coke) from 1988 in Calgary. I take them out every once in a while to show - sure brings back great memories especially when the Chinook came in and it hit 70 degrees :cheesygri
Pin collecting there was quite the obsession as I remember it. They shut off a portion of the downtown area to traffic and it was pure bedlam - but lots of fun.
Also, everyday they gave out posters which I still have including Eddie the Eagle and the Jamacian Bobsled team.
Ahhhh the good old days;);)
That's my rant,

[Siye]

This is what I did. I started off buying the 21" Quatchi from Save-On-Foods, I then went with a 13.5" Sumi, a red mitten 9.5" Miga and a 4.5" MukMuk which I took the keychain off of. MukMuk is a little small at 4.5", but I didn't think he looked right at 7.5".

All the others were bought at 50% off from London Drugs.

In my thinking if you take Quatchi as the base, Sumi is just over half Quatchi's height, Miga is about 15% smaller than Sumi and then Muk Muk is about half of Miga.

The nice thing about my group is that Quatchi can hug all the other characters with his arms, which you can't do if they're all the same size.

Yes, I devoted a bit of time thinking about this.

We think alike. :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

I guess I didn't even know of a 21" Quatchi. What was the retail price on this plushie plus the save on foods sale price??

Thanks alot~

[eon90210]

http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy?keyword=Jersey+Fouls

Personalized jerseys are generally tacky... to do so for a number that's been retired league wide for Gretzky? Let's just say ppl at the arena see what's on your back... and are probably talking behind your back about it.

Oh man I used his number because I wanted to honour him. It's too bad that people will be talking about it. Nothing really I can do about it now. I will still wear my canucks jersey with pride though.

[BUFFAR]

Anymore plushie around with sale? Looking for a Miga, any size really...
LD by Metrotown all sold out. =(

[Sockbot]

Anymore plushie around with sale? Looking for a Miga, any size really...
LD by Metrotown all sold out. =(

Tons of plushies at Oakridge Quilts etc. 40% off. Picked up a Quatchi and a Mukmuk today.

[nvlizzy]

If anyone wants those little aluminum Coke bottles they gave out at the torch relay, check out Safeway. Yesterday, I was at the one in West Van near John Lawson Park (17th + Marine) and they were $1.99 (and full!). There are people on craigslist selling these things empty for $25+ dollars! They had the red Coke and the black Coke Zero.

[chump]

We think alike. :D:D:D:D:D:D:D

I guess I didn't even know of a 21" Quatchi. What was the retail price on this plushie plus the save on foods sale price??

Thanks alot~

Reg $50, sale $24.99 at Save on Foods. The boutique (smaller) locations generally didn't have much or any stock. But Metrotown and Richmond 3 Road had quite a bit awhile back.

The 16.5" Quatchi at London Drugs was marked $40, labeled at $30, rings in at $15, so price point is better. They also had the Quatchi with red mittens and Quatchi's mitts have thumbs. Who knew?

London Drugs at Kerrisdale had quite a bit of 9.5" Miga with red mittens. I think the sale price is $12.75, which is the same as the 13.5" Sumi, although IIRC this location no longer had.

Use the London Drugs website to find out which locations the stock moved to. The two along Kingsway had moved their stock out long time ago.

[hotoffthepress]

FYI:

LD @ Broadway & Cambie got a shipment of Olympic merchandise. (Couldn't figure out what's arriving, as it was still all in brown outer boxes. Approx. 20 boxes various sizes, 5 of them was definitely the 4 pack Mascots.)

[adwoodw]

If anyone wants those little aluminum Coke bottles they gave out at the torch relay, check out Safeway. Yesterday, I was at the one in West Van near John Lawson Park (17th + Marine) and they were $1.99 (and full!). There are people on craigslist selling these things empty for $25+ dollars! They had the red Coke and the black Coke Zero.

I also saw both the red and black aluminum bottles at 7-11 on Broadway and Oak. I think they were pricey though at $3.99 per bottle.

[1226]

Oh man I used his number because I wanted to honour him. It's too bad that people will be talking about it. Nothing really I can do about it now. I will still wear my canucks jersey with pride though.

I see lots of Canucks jerseys with people's own names on them. I would never put my own name on a jersey and I always think it's a little bit lame when I see one but I really don't think twice about them.

But to put your own name on a jersey of a player whose number is synonymous with that team (like #9 or #19 on a Wings jersey, #4 on a Bruins jersey, or #99 on any jersey) that's another story. I would go as far as to say disrespectful.

If you want #99 on a jersey you must get the name Gretzky on it as well. And it goes without saying it has to be the jersey of a team he played for (speaking of, man, an Indianapolis Racers #99 jersey would be awesome).

[BestOffer]

If anyone wants those little aluminum Coke bottles they gave out at the torch relay, check out Safeway. Yesterday, I was at the one in West Van near John Lawson Park (17th + Marine) and they were $1.99 (and full!). There are people on craigslist selling these things empty for $25+ dollars! They had the red Coke and the black Coke Zero.

friend told me they saw at HBC The Bay as well, BUT do they have the Coke Pavilion new sealed bottles?

[gmark2000]

Was there this afternoon.

Winter Games warehouse sale
106-310 Kent St. South, Vancouver

From their sign out front

Mon-Wed 10:30am-4:30pm
Thur-Fri 10:30am-7:00pm
Sat : 11:00am-4:00pm

Cash/Credit Cards

Located south of tracks behind South Van R.C. Superstore

From memory:

Lots of small, med size backpacks $10 and up, e.g. sumi back pack $15
Small cooler bags
Ski Bags $25
Lanyards $3
metal key chains $3ea or 4 for $10,
Team Canada Jersey key chains $3?
plastic key chains $2 or 6 for $10
Here's a selection of their catalog. I'm sure not all is available at the sale, but probably no cowbells left. Cowbells were in high demand and sold out early.

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/2097/rcvanocjuly2009page02.th.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page02.jpg/)http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6831/rcvanocjuly2009page03.th.jpg (http://img687.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page03.jpg/)http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/7313/rcvanocjuly2009page04.th.jpg (http://img175.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page04.jpg/)http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/3411/rcvanocjuly2009page05.th.jpg (http://img52.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page05.jpg/)http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6760/rcvanocjuly2009page06.th.jpg (http://img27.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page06.jpg/)http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/213/rcvanocjuly2009page07.th.jpg (http://img517.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page07.jpg/)http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/6770/rcvanocjuly2009page08.th.jpg (http://img169.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page08.jpg/)http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/1854/rcvanocjuly2009page09.th.jpg (http://img132.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page09.jpg/)http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/264/rcvanocjuly2009page10.th.jpg (http://img341.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page10.jpg/)http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/2685/rcvanocjuly2009page11.th.jpg (http://img694.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page11.jpg/)

[gmark2000]

Some more of their stuff.

http://img229.imageshack.us/img229/1290/rcvanocjuly2009page12.th.jpg (http://img229.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page12.jpg/)http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/8082/rcvanocjuly2009page14.th.jpg (http://img641.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page14.jpg/)http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/8082/rcvanocjuly2009page14.th.jpg (http://img641.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page14.jpg/)http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/191/rcvanocjuly2009page15.th.jpg (http://img705.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page15.jpg/)http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/2884/rcvanocjuly2009page16.th.jpg (http://img299.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page16.jpg/)http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/291/rcvanocjuly2009page18.th.jpg (http://img297.imageshack.us/i/rcvanocjuly2009page18.jpg/)

[canabiz]

I made a tour of the local Bay and Zellers and bought the following items today

1 Passport cover with luggage tag, regular $10.00 and on sale for $4.99

1 16oz single glass to complement my set of Olympic glass (I already have Garibaldi and Jericho from Petro-Canada collections)

1 Medium Men's turtleneck sweater with CANADA across the front. Last one that I could find (see pic). I was going to keep this for myself but if you have a right offer, I am not going to say no.

The shelves are really bare at most places. I still see a lot of the Olympic mascot keychains, boys and girls clothing and even regular t-shirt (men's and women's). Sizes are mostly small and XL/XXL, IIRC.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a15/bangminton/OlympicSweater.jpg

[ADRiiAN`]

^ You are so lucky!

[bokchoy]

Got a few more plushies from LD @ Granville, some of them must have been done at different factories or used different machines/materials as I found two 9.5" red mitten muks with different colored ears, mittens, stitching and quality.

[ZIgot]

Wow.. too bad, no Olympic warehouse or LD in Ottawa....

[PGT]

Just got back from the RC Products warehouse sale (the one on Kent Ave South in Vancouver). Waited an hour and a half to get in. It's insanely small inside so only about twenty to thirty people at a time. Lots of stuff still and they are open until end of march (or until they sell off everything). When I left the line was even longer. Most of those people won't get in as the store closes at 4pm today.

[calcuu]

Anyone know where I can find a canuck t shirt or the regular canada shirt?

[Harry_K]

Just got back from the RC Products warehouse sale (the one on Kent Ave South in Vancouver). Waited an hour and a half to get in. It's insanely small inside so only about twenty to thirty people at a time. Lots of stuff still and they are open until end of march (or until they sell off everything). When I left the line was even longer. Most of those people won't get in as the store closes at 4pm today.

Was at the store Thurs, Mar 4, late afternoon. Very few shoppers there at that time. Might be better to go on a weekday to avoid the crowd.

[Madchester]

Note a deal per se...

But alpine skiier Patrick Biggs is auctioning off his red podium jacket on eBay. Poor guy needs it to cover his annual expenses!

http://i.ebayimg.com/24/!BnlvHPQBmk~$(KGrHqQOKkQEtlw9F-FVBLkD2KF(p!~~_12.JPG

http://cgi.ebay.ca/2010-Olympic-CANADA-quilted-HBC-jacket-L-special-ed_W0QQitemZ220566541577QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Olym pics_Fan_Shop?hash=item335aca5509


What's doubly interesting is that the interior of the athlete's podium jacket contains the trademark HBC stripes. That's not present in the retail version.

[notorius29]

I was in gastown this afternoon and went into one of the shops and saw lots of quatchi and sumi toques for $14.99.

They had about 20 or so quatchis and about 15 sumis.

[Madchester]

^

I'm guessing those are the fleece (kids) version. Those are still commonplace in stores. The acrylic (all-ages) version are sold out everywhere.

[jessome17]

I was in gastown this afternoon and went into one of the shops and saw lots of quatchi and sumi toques for $14.99.

They had about 20 or so quatchis and about 15 sumis.

Yeah which ones were they? The kids or the ones with 'Vancouver 2010' written across?

[nvlizzy]

Just got back from Grouse Mountain. Their Olympic stuff is still only buy one get one 50% off so as expected they still have a lot left! This deal now includes pins, magnets etc. One decent deal they had was the baseball hat/Tshirt combo was 50% off of $39.99 so $20. They came in XS/S, M/L, and XL/XXL. There seemed to be a full complement of sizes available. They were in the Spirit Gallery on the left hand side just as you enter. The T-shirts were gray or white and rolled up inside the hats. I picked up a couple of Canadian Flag "buttons badges" for $0.50 including tax for the kids...gotta keep this Canadian nationalism going!

[babybear]

I got that hoodie too! Brown or Blue? I also got the blue "surge" jacket that is still on the website for $89.99 for $19.99! Gotta love Winners!

I bought the cream colored sherpa hoodie. Which Winners did you buy your hoodie at?

[nvlizzy]

I bought the cream colored sherpa hoodie. Which Winners did you buy your hoodie at?

Lynn Valley Mall, North Van. They had just come in that morning. One of the cashiers pointed out to me all the "Surge jackets" that were already put on hold. There were about 25 of them! I got my Everest hoodie in brown and I love it!

[Chubbydeer]

Lynn Valley Mall, North Van. They had just come in that morning. One of the cashiers pointed out to me all the "Surge jackets" that were already put on hold. There were about 25 of them! I got my Everest hoodie in brown and I love it!

Lucky you! =P I didn't see the surge jacket, I did see a thurlow jacket actually in my size but when I tried it on it looked kind of 'unisex' and another one's shoulders were coming apart so that wasn't too encouraging =P

[bambino]

Lynn Valley Mall, North Van. They had just come in that morning. One of the cashiers pointed out to me all the "Surge jackets" that were already put on hold. There were about 25 of them! I got my Everest hoodie in brown and I love it!

can you guys upload a pic of the hoodie? pretty plz?!

[nvlizzy]

can you guys upload a pic of the hoodie? pretty plz?!

http://storereviews.vancouver2010.com/0715/797365/reviews.htm

That's the Everest.

This is the Surge that Winners had for $19.99!


http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/clothing/last-chance-/vancouver-2010-women-s-surge-full-zip-jacket/prod792315.html

[wcoastmom]

I too, went to the warehouse sale today & waited 1.5 hrs to get in. Don't be deceived - the line up looks short, but the place is basically the size of a single car garage. They only let people in when people leave - so the line up moves as fast as people shop. While I waited in line a guy came out on 3 different occasions & handed out bottles of water to everyone.

Here are the prices of stuff:
Team Canada key chains (no more Crosby, some Luongo & others left) $5 each
Jr. Backpacks, Single sling backpacks & Prospector Bags $10 each or 3 for $25
Other backpacks $15 each or 3 for $40
Kids' backpacks, Jr. Messenger Bags, Cooler Bags $25 each
Metal Keychains $3 each or 4 for $10 (be prepared to dig - they're all in boxes on one wall, more or less organized)
PVC Key Chains $2 each or 6 for $10
Luggage Tags (mascot ones & Olympic ones) $2 each or 6 for $10
Velcro wallets $5 each or 5 for $20
Dog Collars $5 each or 5 for $20

There were only Coke lanyards left.

I was mainly looking for mascot stuff for my kids. There was also a lot of Olympic (ie. non-mascot) stuff too. All in all, I'd say it was worth it.

[gmark2000]

This might help the pin collectors here. This is the last catalogue of the official VANOC pin supplier.

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[notorius29]

Yeah which ones were they? The kids or the ones with 'Vancouver 2010' written across?

They were the ones with "quatchi" written on them. I thought these were in demand as well??? I didn't see any at the Bay at Oakridge or Richmond center.

Sorry if I got peeps excited about them!

[hotoffthepress]

I too, went to the warehouse sale today & waited 1.5 hrs to get in. Don't be deceived - the line up looks short, but the place is basically the size of a single car garage. They only let people in when people leave - so the line up moves as fast as people shop. While I waited in line a guy came out on 3 different occasions & handed out bottles of water to everyone.

Here are the prices of stuff:
Team Canada key chains (no more Crosby, some Luongo & others left) $5 each
Jr. Backpacks, Single sling backpacks & Prospector Bags $10 each or 3 for $25
Other backpacks $15 each or 3 for $40
Kids' backpacks, Jr. Messenger Bags, Cooler Bags $25 each
Metal Keychains $3 each or 4 for $10 (be prepared to dig - they're all in boxes on one wall, more or less organized)
PVC Key Chains $2 each or 6 for $10
Luggage Tags (mascot ones & Olympic ones) $2 each or 6 for $10
Velcro wallets $5 each or 5 for $20
Dog Collars $5 each or 5 for $20

There were only Coke lanyards left.

I was mainly looking for mascot stuff for my kids. There was also a lot of Olympic (ie. non-mascot) stuff too. All in all, I'd say it was worth it.

Got in at around 3:30 pm, here's a list of the things I saw:

Hot Sellers

- kid's backpacks [lot's of people buying for the kids - most likely a sell out]
- lunch bags (adults & kids designs available)

Shelf Warmers (waiting to be bought)

- lots of key chains left (metal & plastic)

- lots of luggage tags left
- dog collars
- tons of wallets left (nylon version with mascot silk screened)
- Velcro ski straps
- ski boot hangers
- ski boot bags (too small for mens, but probably will fit womens)
- ski bags (good for short skis & skinny - I'm guessing anything 160 or less will fit.)
- fanny packs (design not too stylish)

[st7860]

London Drugs at Georgia & Granville street has tons of the set of 4 mascots for $30 regular $60

and 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. and tons of keychains of all 4 types.

[LonesomeDove]

London Drugs at Georgia & Granville street has tons of the set of 4 mascots for $30 regular $60

and 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. and tons of keychains of all 4 types.

Note that the keychains are of the mascots.

[InvisibleSoul]

A quick question, but the 16.5" Quatchi is the 2nd biggest one right?

I'm trying to create a setup where all the characters are proportinally correct. I've seen piles and piles of plushies everywhere so I expect prices to be slashed soon enough! :D:D
I remember seeing an ad on Craigslist...

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/tag/1630857305.html


For sale here is a set of 2010 Olympic Mascots - IN THE SIZE PROPORTION THEY SHOULD BE!! Quatchi is the biggest, Sumi and Miga are medium size, and Muk muk the sidekick is smallest among them. The box sets sold around town has the mascots all in the same size - which is ok, but not as cute :) $150 BNWT from a smoke free, pet free home.

These are brand new with tags. This size Quatchi is definitely sold out everywhere. The other ones are also hard to find now.

Here are the sizes of each one:
- Quatchi is 21" (sold out everywhere)
- Sumi is 13.5"
- Miga is 12.5"
- Mukmuk is 7.5" (and since he's the sidekick, he's wearing the red mittens!!)

Very very cute set. Soft and cuddly. Don't let it slip away. Great way to commemorate the Olympics in our town. Check out the pictures below. See Quatchi and the others on my lap and you can gauge their sizes.

http://images.craigslist.org/3ma3o43p95T05P85R4a35a3504d8673111582.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/3kd3m63lc5T45Pa5R1a35e2666bf48eaa1a07.jpg

[InvisibleSoul]

London Drugs at Georgia & Granville street has tons of the set of 4 mascots for $30 regular $60

and 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. and tons of keychains of all 4 types.

It's the 13.5" Quatchis that are $15. They don't have 16.5" Quatchis, at least not anymore if they did.

[rabbit]

http://images.craigslist.org/3kd3m63lc5T45Pa5R1a35e2666bf48eaa1a07.jpg

:cheesygri I love this photo. :D

They should have used this instead of that Inukshuk thing.

[Ryu69]

is the 21 inch Quatchi really sold out everywhere? has anyone seen one?

[canabiz]

is the 21 inch Quatchi really sold out everywhere? has anyone seen one?

I saw one yesterday at a local Bay here in Ottawa. I don't remember if it was 21 inch or not but it's pretty huge, similar to the one in the picture above.

I have no interest in these mascots so I didn't pick it up. I checked eBay and these items are not as much in demand as the apparel so you can grab one there or continue to check kijiji and craigslist.

What is the retail price for this one?

[mercury4]

Note that the keychains are of the mascots.

Hi, i tried to PM you but your mailbox is full so i hope you don't mind me following up within the same thread.

hi again, and thanks for the info.
Big maple leaf pin? What does it look like? ( i know that sounds stupid) i don't recall seeing that one, but sure sounds interesting. I'll try out the Downtown Bay as you suggested as well as monitoring the 2010 online store. maybe they'll do another Monday/Tuesday restock(fingers crossed). i have been going back to the site periodically but never saw that wonderful " in stock " beneath the pin. Where should i try to track down the Maple leaf pin? 2010 store or the bay or both? Where are these traders? Are the pin traders obvious? or do they have shops? sorry about the 64 questions, i guess i'm a pin newbie.

Thanks,
Joe

[N_Raged]

http://images.craigslist.org/3ma3o43p95T05P85R4a35a3504d8673111582.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/3kd3m63lc5T45Pa5R1a35e2666bf48eaa1a07.jpg
lol, they're the right size with respect to each other.

[agent86]

Hi, i tried to PM you but your mailbox is full so i hope you don't mind me following up within the same thread.

hi again, and thanks for the info.
Big maple leaf pin? What does it look like? ( i know that sounds stupid) i don't recall seeing that one, but sure sounds interesting. I'll try out the Downtown Bay as you suggested as well as monitoring the 2010 online store. maybe they'll do another Monday/Tuesday restock(fingers crossed). i have been going back to the site periodically but never saw that wonderful " in stock " beneath the pin. Where should i try to track down the Maple leaf pin? 2010 store or the bay or both? Where are these traders? Are the pin traders obvious? or do they have shops? sorry about the 64 questions, i guess i'm a pin newbie.

Thanks,
JoeGo here to see the big Maple Leaf pin.

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/collectibles/pins/vancouver-2010-coca-cola-maple-leaf-pin/prodVANCC703.html

[canabiz]

I was at a local Home Outfitters earlier today and they still have plenty of the collector bear for $30/each

I also saw a lot of duffel bags, not sure how much they cost.

Also, a sales rep at the Bay told me they even sent all Team USA stuff to Vancouver.

[Madchester]

I got a women's black "C" hoodie at Hillcrest today. Found it in the moved (yet again) Olympic section. Cashier was surprised and asked where I found it... and said she needed to take a "15 min break". lol.

There's still tons of Beijing 2008 baseball caps in the display.

[st7860]

It's the 13.5" Quatchis that are $15. They don't have 16.5" Quatchis, at least not anymore if they did.

On Saturday March 6 they had tons of the 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. And yes they have the 13.5" ones for $15 too. Tons. and TONS of the sets of 4 mascots for $30.


http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/6900/img3175bo.jpg

[QtBeBe_Angel]

On Saturday March 6 they had tons of the 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. And yes they have the 13.5" ones for $15 too. Tons. and TONS of the sets of 4 mascots for $30.


http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/6900/img3175bo.jpg

Where is this? Is it LD?

[st7860]

yes LD at Granville and Georgia.

[mercury4]

Go here to see the big Maple Leaf pin.

http://www.vancouver2010.com/store/collectibles/pins/vancouver-2010-coca-cola-maple-leaf-pin/prodVANCC703.html

Thanks. I'll wait to see if they restock this as well.

[canabiz]

I saw a CANADA black jacket size medium for Men today. Note it's not the Quilted one that has been selling like hot cakes. This is the one with the $400 price tag. The 2 sleeves are made of leather while the rest of the jacket is probably wool + polyester.

I also saw a ton of trapper hats at the local Home Outfitters, mostly size Small/Medium and Youth. I guess this item is not selling as well as the toque/beanie one.

[jessome17]

I saw a CANADA black jacket size medium for Men today. Note it's not the Quilted one that has been selling like hot cakes. This is the one with the $400 price tag. The 2 sleeves are made of leather while the rest of the jacket is probably wool + polyester.

I also saw a ton of trapper hats at the local Home Outfitters, mostly size Small/Medium and Youth. I guess this item is not selling as well as the toque/beanie one.

Yeah they have like half a dozen of those in Montreal, and they have a lot of the $500 parkas. It sucks cause that's about all that's left.

[canabiz]

Yeah they have like half a dozen of those in Montreal, and they have a lot of the $500 parkas. It sucks cause that's about all that's left.

I suppose people may be interested if the price is reduced. It's hard to shell out $400 for a jacket of this style even if you want to flip it after.

I don't think the demand for these jackets is there, i looked on eBay for the past 2 months and there was only 1 posting for this and there was no bid. Same with the parkas, there was quite a bit left at the Bay downtown Ottawa last weekend.

[Madchester]

I suppose people may be interested if the price is reduced. It's hard to shell out $400 for a jacket of this style even if you want to flip it after.

I don't think the demand for these jackets is there, i looked on eBay for the past 2 months and there was only 1 posting for this and there was no bid. Same with the parkas, there was quite a bit left at the Bay downtown Ottawa last weekend.

That type of jacket was popular a decade ago for Salt Lake and Nagano games. I remember Roots specially released that type of jacket in black and gold for the Men's hockey gold that yr. Like the one below... but with leather sleeves.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2008-5/1310321/rootscanada1.JPG

[Siye]

On Saturday March 6 they had tons of the 16.5 inch quatchis for $15. And yes they have the 13.5" ones for $15 too. Tons. and TONS of the sets of 4 mascots for $30.


http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/6900/img3175bo.jpg

That's ghetto. Looks like those "free kittens" boxes ya always see in movies. Cept the Quatchi's aren't free. :D:D:D

[st7860]

someone asked about mascot shipping.

if you're not in Vancouver, just go to ebay and get one. mascot prices on ebay are not inflated at all. there is no heavy demand on ebay for these.

[TRD604]

damn, just found out about the warehouse sale. i hope they still have stock left.

anyone know when it started?? last monday?

[wolfwood]

I think it start last Thursday. I dropped by there after work at around 6:15 pm and just walked right in coz there wasn't any line up. I went back the next day after work at around the same time to exchange a defective bag and the line up was like about an hour! Luckily when the lady came out, I told her that I was there for an exchange and she took me right in. It was sure a crazy scene!

I am just soooo amazed that the fever is still there even for staff that really ain't all that appealing.

[Fifster]

http://images.craigslist.org/3ma3o43p95T05P85R4a35a3504d8673111582.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/3kd3m63lc5T45Pa5R1a35e2666bf48eaa1a07.jpg[/QUOTE]


is the 21 inch Quatchi really sold out everywhere? has anyone seen one?


These are so cute!!! I want a 21" Quatchi too now but haven't seen any around. I saw a lot of the backpacks and the ones at the Bay are 16.5". Has anyone seen a 21" one around anywhere? I will pay even regular price for it. Am thinking of buying this set from Craigslist if I can't find anything. It just looks too cute :lol:

[bobola]

Anyone know where I can find quatchi or any of the mascot lanyard?

[Madchester]

These are so cute!!! I want a 21" Quatchi too now but haven't seen any around. I saw a lot of the backpacks and the ones at the Bay are 16.5". Has anyone seen a 21" one around anywhere? I will pay even regular price for it. Am thinking of buying this set from Craigslist if I can't find anything. It just looks too cute :lol:

http://cgi.ebay.ca/QUATCHI-2010-OLYMPIC-MASCOT-PLUSH-21-INCH-DOLL-WINTER_W0QQitemZ130372475132QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1e5ace18fc

I don't know what MSRP for this is/was. You could probably arrange for a local pickup..

[gmark2000]

I was informed that the RC Power Warehouse Sale on Kent St. no longer has mascot lanyards left. Only Coca-Cola lanyards.

Otherwise lots of bags, keychains, wallets, and luggage tags.

[TRD604]

http://cgi.ebay.ca/QUATCHI-2010-OLYMPIC-MASCOT-PLUSH-21-INCH-DOLL-WINTER_W0QQitemZ130372475132QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1e5ace18fc

I don't know what MSRP for this is/was. You could probably arrange for a local pickup..

if 21" is the largest one, then its $350 msrp

[LonesomeDove]

The Bay Downtown Vancouver store was still packed this afternoon. However, it seems to be running out of stock. There is less to choose from.
And I saw a bunch of guys in wheelchairs wearing uniforms. Time for the Paralympics.

[GodZilla37]

S/M messenger bags, day packs, ski boot bag, ski bag, snowboard bag
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/4771/oly008.jpg (http://img706.imageshack.us/i/oly008.jpg/)


Anyone know if they still have these bags and the hockey key chains?

[jessome17]

if 21" is the largest one, then its $350 msrp

No the largest one is 45" I believe, which is $350. I think the 21" is either $50 or $60 MSRP because the 16.5" is $40.

[mercury4]

The Bay Downtown Vancouver store was still packed this afternoon. However, it seems to be running out of stock. There is less to choose from.
And I saw a bunch of guys in wheelchairs wearing uniforms. Time for the Paralympics.

You didn't see any of those coke pins did you?
thanks

[LonesomeDove]

You didn't see any of those coke pins did you?
thanks

They had a whole wall of Coke pins there. But not the rare ones like the Maple Leaf Toper Pin. But they had a good selection of Coke Pins like Mascot/Torch and those big Coke Truck pins, and Pin of the Day, 1, 15, 17, and 30, 60, 90 days to opening pins. I see some them sold on ebay, so this may be a chance to load up on some collectible pins. Coca Cola memorability is pretty big because lots of people collect them.

BTW, they had the complete Framed Pin of the Day sets for sale a couple of days ago for $300 but they are now sold out. I would say there were about 10 sets there but they have been snapped up.

P.S. No day 16 pin.

[QtBeBe_Angel]

damn, just found out about the warehouse sale. i hope they still have stock left.

anyone know when it started?? last monday?

yes, it started last monday... I was there on saturday

[peroxide8888]

Anyone know where I can find quatchi or any of the mascot lanyard?
Souvenir shops in Gastown. I was there today and saw lots (including Quatchi); most of the stores were selling them at $7.99 each.

[mercury4]

They had a whole wall of Coke pins there. But not the rare ones like the Maple Leaf Toper Pin. But they had a good selection of Coke Pins like Mascot/Torch and those big Coke Truck pins, and Pin of the Day, 1, 15, 17, and 30, 60, 90 days to opening pins. I see some them sold on ebay, so this may be a chance to load up on some collectible pins. Coca Cola memorability is pretty big because lots of people collect them.

BTW, they had the complete Framed Pin of the Day sets for sale a couple of days ago for $300 but they are now sold out. I would say there were about 10 sets there but they have been snapped up.

P.S. No day 16 pin.

Thanks. I'll have to take a bus down there tomorrow and check it out as well as hoping that the 2010 site restocks or i find some of those pin traders you mentioned before.

[TRD604]

Anyone know if they still have these bags and the hockey key chains?

im gonna head there tomorrow, so i can let you know.

[MVP1]

I'm contemplating if I should sell my Canada jacket, toque, and scarf on Ebay. What do you guys think? I haven't worn them since the Olympics closed. Do you think the value on some of this stuff will drop? I heard the Bay isn't going to be making anymore of the jackets, scarfs, and toques that were sold at the start of the games.

[MVP1]

Also I saw some of the 2010 mascots at PriceSmart Foods. They've got 16$ tags on them but are being sold for 10$. They also had the 4 pack for 40$ and some key chains for 6$. They had a medium sized Quatchi for 20$ as well, I was very tempted to buy it but i've already bought my niece and nephew small Quatchies.

[LonesomeDove]

Also I saw some of the 2010 mascots at PriceSmart Foods. They've got 16$ tags on them but are being sold for 10$. They also had the 4 pack for 40$ and some key chains for 6$. They had a medium sized Quatchi for 20$ as well, I was very tempted to buy it but i've already bought my niece and nephew small Quatchies.

The 4 pack are selling for 1/2 price at London Drugs. $60 x 50% off = $30.

[DynomiteHunter]

Just bought some olympic mascots at LD today @ Kerrisdale

16.5"Quatchi was only 15$

they had alot of 30$ 4mascot sets (each 8" or so)

and they also had all the plushie keychains for $4.5

[peroxide8888]

The 4 pack are selling for 1/2 price at London Drugs. $60 x 30% off = $30.
Whoa, either you got some math skillz or you're lacking sleep. Go to bed!

[canabiz]

I'm contemplating if I should sell my Canada jacket, toque, and scarf on Ebay. What do you guys think? I haven't worn them since the Olympics closed. Do you think the value on some of this stuff will drop? I heard the Bay isn't going to be making anymore of the jackets, scarfs, and toques that were sold at the start of the games.

MVP1, my 2 cents is if you are going to do it, do it now instead of waiting around. Strike it while it's hot.

I just flipped the sweater I bought on Saturday and the pair of mittens that my wife didn't want for some small change, just enough for gas, let's put it that way.

Prices have gone down there is no doubt about that. This society is all about *what-have-you-done-for-me-lately*, you don't want to see the *Olympic experience* fading and people moving on to other fads if you will. That and the nicer weather is here now, people will think twice about shelling out some dough for sweaters and the likes, regardless of what is printed on the front.

Good luck my friend and hope your 'Nucks and my Sens make some noise in the playoff!

[Euphoriiick]

MVP1, my 2 cents is if you are going to do it, do it now instead of waiting around. Strike it while it's hot.

I just flipped the sweater I bought on Saturday and the pair of mittens that my wife didn't want for some small change, just enough for gas, let's put it that way.

Prices have gone down there is no doubt about that. This society is all about *what-have-you-done-for-me-lately*, you don't want to see the *Olympic experience* fading and people moving on to other fads if you will. That and the nicer weather is here now, people will think twice about shelling out some dough for sweaters and the likes, regardless of what is printed on the front.

Good luck my friend and hope your 'Nucks and my Sens make some noise in the playoff!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160410348462&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

[Euphoriiick]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160410348462&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

Read the comments at bottom. HBC appears to be ready to restock certain popular items very soon.

[st7860]

16.5 inch quatchis are $15 at london drugs

13.5 inch sumis, migas, mukmuks are $12.50

sets of four 8.5 inch mascots are $30

[swales]

16.5 inch quatchis are $15 at london drugs

13.5 inch sumis, migas, mukmuks are $12.50

sets of four 8.5 inch mascots are $30

I really wish we had LD out here, I would pick those up as I can't find those anywhere

[POLSKA77]

I'm contemplating if I should sell my Canada jacket, toque, and scarf on Ebay. What do you guys think? I haven't worn them since the Olympics closed. Do you think the value on some of this stuff will drop? I heard the Bay isn't going to be making anymore of the jackets, scarfs, and toques that were sold at the start of the games.

Yes you definitely should !

On ebay I saw the mittens going for $40+ all week and one of those regular black size L men's hoodie going for $400.00 ! yes FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS for something that was 50$ new.

People are idiots. I hope some of those items are re-released by the bay and sold for less than the original price.

[Madchester]

Read the comments at bottom. HBC appears to be ready to restock certain popular items very soon.

Again, unless said items show up in-stores or online, it's just a HBC press release to appease the masses. Don't get ppl's hopes up that items are guaranteed to be re-stocked 45 days from now... let alone 6 months from now for back-to-school. As I mentioned in a previous post, I found an adult hoodie at my local Zellers yesterday. If you're persistent, you'll still find the items you want in-store.... without hinging your hopes on a possible HBC re-release or eBay.


I'm contemplating if I should sell my Canada jacket, toque, and scarf on Ebay. What do you guys think? I haven't worn them since the Olympics closed. Do you think the value on some of this stuff will drop? I heard the Bay isn't going to be making anymore of the jackets, scarfs, and toques that were sold at the start of the games.

The big ticket items (hoodie, quilted jacket, scarf) have steady demand on eBay. If anything the quilted jacket's eBay prices have doubled since the Games ended. Even with warmer weather... I still regularly see ppl in their HBC scarfs, toques, mittens, etc... so I don't see their appeal diminishing soon.

Remember, the HBC email suggests the fall release is independent of the Vancouver 2010 Team Canada apparel. HBC's not really permitted to produce COC/Olympic merchandise outside of the Games... so they're probably contemplating whether ppl will buy Canada-themed apparel without Canadian Olympic Team branding. If (and it's a big if) there's a fall collection, HBC will likely have a Canada scarf and toque... but they'll be new designs to differentiate them from the COC-specific Vancouver 2010 designs.

[Fifster]

Remember, the HBC email suggests the fall release is independent of the Vancouver 2010 Team Canada apparel. HBC's not really permitted to produce COC/Olympic merchandise outside of the Games... so they're probably contemplating whether ppl will buy Canada-themed apparel without Canadian Olympic Team branding. If (and it's a big if) there's a fall collection, HBC will likely have a Canada scarf and toque... but they'll be new designs to differentiate them from the COC-specific Vancouver 2010 designs.

I agree. I know they're not allowed to use the olympic logo or design for future releases. So if you're looking to get something to commemorate the olympic moment, try and find them now. But if you want it just for the look or style cut, then you can wait and save yourself some money.

On another note, I really really really want that plaid scarf!! I'm kicking myself for not getting it earlier :cry:

[myversa]

quilts in Metrotown/Richmond has blankets for sale for 13.99 if I remember correctly and some Olympics slippers too.

http://www.quiltsetc.com/vancouver2010/giftstoys.htm?AdID=13&AdID=47

[Madchester]

I agree. I know they're not allowed to use the olympic logo or design for future releases. So if you're looking to get something to commemorate the olympic moment, try and find them now. But if you want it just for the look or style cut, then you can wait and save yourself some money.


The first Youth Summer Olympics are being held in Singapore this summer.... running for 2 weeks.

I don't know if the current HBC-COC contract covers these Games. There is a team Canada participating.... albeit they're 11 to 17 year olds. Regardless, they need to be wearing some sort of Team Canada apparel at this event.....

But otherwise, I don't expect any new HBC Olympic merchandise till London.

EDIT: There's a Youth Winter Games a few months before London....

[QtBeBe_Angel]

quilts in Metrotown/Richmond has blankets for sale for 13.99 if I remember correctly and some Olympics slippers too.

http://www.quiltsetc.com/vancouver2010/giftstoys.htm?AdID=13&AdID=47

I have never seen blankets at Quilts :O

[Madchester]

B/Y restocked on adult trapper hats. Half dozen available. They're the all-black variant only - no red or white trim... but they still have the CANADA print on the front flap.

[canabiz]

I found this one on the rack earlier today. Women size medium, just in time for the spring. I believe this is the same type of jacket that the ladies curling and the speed skating team wore in the Olympic

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a15/bangminton/WomenJacket.jpg

[gmark2000]

I agree. I know they're not allowed to use the olympic logo or design for future releases. So if you're looking to get something to commemorate the olympic moment, try and find them now

WRONG. HBC is paying the Canadian Olympic Committee for the rights up until 2012.

In between the games, they can produce any number of garments with the Canadian Olympic Committee logo.

http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:e9d4cPLpuEJIDM:http://news.pinkpaper.com/uploads/1219790204_canadian_olympic_committee_logo.jpg

Don't get confused with the VANOC Vancouver 2010 merchandise with the inukshuk logo.

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc126/imontheinternetdotnet/van_2010_logo.jpg

[Fifster]

I found this one on the rack earlier today. Women size medium, just in time for the spring. I believe this is the same type of jacket that the ladies curling and the speed skating team wore in the Olympic

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a15/bangminton/WomenJacket.jpg

WHERE??? I'm looking for one too!

[Madchester]

http://www.hbc.com/hbc/mediacentre/press/hbc/press.asp?prId=114

The bit: ''Hbc as the exclusive and Official Department Store Partner and General Merchandise Retailer in Canada until 2012''... implies that they're the official Olympic store till 2012... but there's no mention of producing COC-branded merchandise ''between'' Games. It's not like there was some HBC/COC 2009 collection independent of the 2010 Olympics.

[TRD604]

Anyone know if they still have these bags and the hockey key chains?

They sold out of the navy blue bag(pictured one), but they do have it in green.

They still have hockey key chains. Luongo, Nash, brodeur, Pronger, Niedermayer

[gmark2000]

but there's no mention of producing COC-branded merchandise ''between'' Games. It's not like there was some HBC/COC 2009 collection independent of the 2010 Olympics.
You must have a short memory. There was COC logo merchandise after the Beijing crap cleared out and before this current collection was introduced in October 2009. It wasn't outstanding by any means, but it was there.

[Siye]

Just a quick question but where the knit hats with ear flaps (think cowichan sweater in hat form) ever released in ADULT sizes... (not youth)?

[Fifster]

Just a quick question but where the knit hats with ear flaps (think cowichan sweater in hat form) ever released in ADULT sizes... (not youth)?

Yes, they did have that in adult sizes before. I think it was $5 or $10 more than the youth size.

[Siye]

Yes, they did have that in adult sizes before. I think it was $5 or $10 more than the youth size.

Thanks alot!