Kit and film show is a double delight

[Mark (Blue Army)]

What a double for any Blues fan - the exclusive unveiling of City’s new 2010/11 home and away kits and the trailer premier of "Blue Moon Rising" at Umbro's building on Dale Street.

Some of City’s most famous supporters were there – Kevin Cummins, Mark E Smith, Damon Gough, The Doves, Kid British, Supporters Club chairman Alan Galley and secretary Kevin Parker.

The evening opened with the first public sighting of "Blue Moon Rising", which is an enthralling documentary of last season.

The trailer was a huge hit thanks to a fantastic storyline and the fact that any Blue can relate to the experiences of those in the film. Due to be released on August 4, it is an absolute must-see for any Blue.

Next came the official unveiling of the kits. Last season’s kits will be an extremely hard act to follow, but I believe Umbro have once again surpassed themselves.

Paul Lake agrees: “Umbro have taken our kit to the next level. The thinking that goes into the design and production is incredible; it makes you take huge pride in your club.

"The new away kit is my personal favourite; I love the deep colour and the detail that’s been incorporated into the strip.”

Catherine Rees of Umbro says the kit sees “performance meet style” as new techniques such as body panelling have been used to enhance the performance and general feel for the players. The strip is crisper, smarter and takes inspiration from classic kits.

In fact, it includes the same dimensions on the chest as the 1969/70 home strip. So for those lovers of traditional techniques and classic designs, this kit is definitely for you.

"The dark side of the moon" is how the colour of the away strip has been described by Umbro. Adio, lead singer from Manchester band Kid British, can’t get enough: “It’s so stylish, it’s perfect to wear with jeans when you go out with your mates.”

It was a fantastic night. Congratulations should go to all involved as well as David Blanch, the designer who was unable to attend.

The home kit becomes available online from August 2 and will be in-store from August 6. And the away strip goes on sale from July 23.

mcfc.co.uk

[Mase]

Still no pics??

[Curlie]

.... And where do I get to see the new kits?

[theinvisibleman]

the away kits released in a week and STILL no pics??

Maybe apple should hire the umbro staff when making the new iPhone!

[dazby]

I'd like to see a pic. Are there any pics?

[Mark (Blue Army)]

Ric the site owner on Bluemoon got to go to the event, heres what he had to say about them.

The new home shirt is very similar to last season's. The main difference is the collar, not exactly V-neck but not the round neck of last season either. There are very faint pin stripes on there, and the white stripe is no longer round the neck but the sleeves now.

Another distinguishable touch is the maroon/blue/white on the inside of the shirt collar. Apparently the way it's tailored is to give more empahasis to the biceps than the stomach, which may suit the fatties amongst us ;)

The shorts are all white, with the Umbro sign and City crest all in white, so you can hardly see it in the fabric. Best of all, the socks have a maroon stripe, proper old school City (circa 1974). All in all, last season's kit was a belter so it was hard to surpass. They have stayed true to that, and it's still a great kit.

We were strictly forbidden from taking photos, so I can't really display what I say, hopefully you appreciate that.

The away kit was, for me at least, an improvement on last season's all black affair. This year it is navy blue all the way. And it looks good. Really good. A deep navy blue, with the collar and sponsor in sky blue (so we always know our sky blue roots, according to the Umbro woman).

The only downside I had was the away socks, which are navy blue with loads of sky blue hoops. They gave a scientifiic reason (apparently our players could make them out more easily) but it rang a bit hollow. If that was the case, why not do it with the home socks too? The away socks are a bit shit, but that's just my opinion.

Overall though, the new kits are mint, and I imagine most will be happy. Some may complain that they're not that disimilar to last season but I think that was a conscious decision. And the new training tops are mint.

On a separate issue, we got to see the new trailer for the film, and a few clips from it. I had a few reservations before the film, thinking it may be shite. Very easy to get this type of thing wrong.

So I was elated to see the trailers. Really well done, and really tastefully done too. An absolute must see for all Blues, it looks great. I could eulogise to my heart's content, it ain't Bowling for Columbine, but it's a top documentary, and about our club. You'd be daft not to go and see it.

At the launch tonight we had Badly Drawn Boy, Mark E Smith and Kid British. Not necessairly A-list but at least a knowing nod to City. A good night all in all.

Apparently the kits won't be released to the public til next week so any questions welcomed.

[Mike J]

sounds like the home one is defo that leaked pic then. if so, im disappointed, the collar is wank.

think i'll stick to the current one.

[Mark (Blue Army)]

sounds like the home one is defo that leaked pic then. if so, im disappointed, the collar is wank.

think i'll stick to the current one.

That leaked pic is the home kit 100%

[Mike J]

sounds like the home one is defo that leaked pic then. if so, im disappointed, the collar is wank.

think i'll stick to the current one.

That leaked pic is the home kit 100%

as i say will defo be keeping my current one.... id be happy if city stuck with that one for the rest of time! lol

[Curlie]

Only back from holidays - where can I see the leaked pic?

[Mark (Blue Army)]

Only back from holidays - where can I see the leaked pic?

There you go mate

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs017.snc4/34233_405803540939_656795939_4956394_8058881_n.jpg

[Mase]

Only back from holidays - where can I see the leaked pic?

There you go mate

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs017.snc4/34233_405803540939_656795939_4956394_8058881_n.jpg

I like it more than last season's personally. It's pretty much England Away but blue.

[jridgway57]

All our kits are on the umbro website, just type in kit or city kit or whatever in the search bar and you can see them. I really like the away kit, a bit similar to a lazio away kit of yester year.

[Beeks]

All our kits are on the umbro website, just type in kit or city kit or whatever in the search bar and you can see them. I really like the away kit, a bit similar to a lazio away kit of yester year.

He's not wrong!

http://www.umbro.com/#/products/manches ... cale=en_GB

[Nickyboy]

they both look ace - so does the keeper shirt

[Mase]

All our kits are on the umbro website, just type in kit or city kit or whatever in the search bar and you can see them. I really like the away kit, a bit similar to a lazio away kit of yester year.

Where've you been all my life??!!!

That away kit looks the dogs really. Definitely getting that.

[Mase]

I also like the fact they've called that jacket the Mercer Jacket. Well in Umbro.

[bluej]

I also like the fact they've called that jacket the Mercer Jacket. Well in Umbro.

That jacket looks quality.

[Beeks]

Jacket looks nice but as for the kits themselves i'm unimpressed...the home just doesn't have that retro look of last years and the away looks too similar to last years away...was expecting big things so i'm slightly deflated

[Dubciteh]

i get an error when trying to view away kit, any chance someone can post up a pic?thanks