This ^^^ I'm in for either one or both if it happens.
For Sale SBF Exclusive Wilson SP125 Round Two!!
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This ^^^ I'm in for either one or both if it happens.
softball ryno 8
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in for saddle tan. Chad's ST mock on post #1 would be perfect.
ballglovegaller
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I get the appeal of a pro issue color scheme but I think it's seriously worth considering some level of "customization" even if it's as simple as changing the label or stitching color. That way we could keep the classic look of the pro issues but still have something that instantly sets this glove apart as a SBF exclusive other than the model number.
From a marketing point of view it makes much more sense to have a mod like this as it will
1. Help SBF stand out and be recognizable/draw interest from a glance. I think someone also mentioned this in another post?
2. Reach a wider target market- those who want a very conservative/classic look and those who want something flashier or unique
Just my opinion of course, but my career field also revolves around user research (including marketing, trends, etc.) and product development so...
From a marketing point of view it makes much more sense to have a mod like this as it will
1. Help SBF stand out and be recognizable/draw interest from a glance. I think someone also mentioned this in another post?
2. Reach a wider target market- those who want a very conservative/classic look and those who want something flashier or unique
Just my opinion of course, but my career field also revolves around user research (including marketing, trends, etc.) and product development so...
softball ryno 8
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I get the appeal of a pro issue color scheme but I think it's seriously worth considering some level of "customization" even if it's as simple as changing the label or stitching color. That way we could keep the classic look of the pro issues but still have something that instantly sets this glove apart as a SBF exclusive other than the model number.
From a marketing point of view it makes much more sense to have a mod like this as it will
1. Help SBF stand out and be recognizable/draw interest from a glance. I think someone also mentioned this in another post?
2. Reach a wider target market- those who want a very conservative/classic look and those who want something flashier or unique
Just my opinion of course, but my career field also revolves around user research (including marketing, trends, etc.) and product development so...
Ballglove, I posted something similar in the SP135 thread. We've got something special here in that this is the only place to get this glove and the majority just want to dress it up like millions of other gloves out there. It's unfortunate.
softball ryno 8
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The flip side, is that Chad needs 144 buys on this. And as we're finding out, there seems to be more people attached to a classic look than something with uniqueness. I was hoping to get something different on the SP135, as it's a much lower buy-in, and that's not even going to happen there.
I some what agree with you guys but this is the same issue we had with the Rawlings gloves Chad offered us the last round. Too many guys wanted specific colors and not all of them appealed to the masses and a lot of us missed out because of it. I'm okay with a subtle two tone glove but can we get everyone else on board to agree and make it happen?
I'd rather have Chad narrow down our options to what the masses are wanting and then have a vote on what the final glove(s) should be. I don't want to miss out again on a great glove because we all can't come to an agreement as to what the glove should look like. This is just my opinion and take on this.
I'd rather have Chad narrow down our options to what the masses are wanting and then have a vote on what the final glove(s) should be. I don't want to miss out again on a great glove because we all can't come to an agreement as to what the glove should look like. This is just my opinion and take on this.
ballglovegaller
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That's why I'm suggesting a subtle change from the pro issues. For example, we could keep everything the same as a typical pro issue- all saddle tan with classic logos- but maybe change the web/binding stitching to something that's not typically used on most the PIs such as dark brown or blonde. For something more "extreme" we could make a change to to label colors, such as changing the wilson yellow to a different shade like blonde or ST to match the leather. Changing the index a2000 stitching to black also seems like a suitable change.
The goal would be to push the envelopes of both markets (classic/flashy) to the edge of what both would tolerate. I don't think anyone would pass on an SP125 just because the index stitching is changed to black but that small change could be what convinces some of the IG community to buy an SP125. The tricky part of designing these exclusives is that only part of the potential market is involved in the discussion. While most people on here want something totally classic and conservative, we could get even more sales by making a small change.
softball ryno 8
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If we are getting 2 gloves, do we need 144 of each colorway? Or 144 in total? If 144 combined total, I'd love to see the offer be 1 Classic and 1 unique... something along the lines of the beautiful saddle/walnut or blonde/black combos that have been posted.
ballglovegaller
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That's what I was hoping for as well- one classic and one unique.
jethrodub
Coach
So what customization would you like to see?I get the appeal of a pro issue color scheme but I think it's seriously worth considering some level of "customization" even if it's as simple as changing the label or stitching color. That way we could keep the classic look of the pro issues but still have something that instantly sets this glove apart as a SBF exclusive other than the model number.
From a marketing point of view it makes much more sense to have a mod like this as it will
1. Help SBF stand out and be recognizable/draw interest from a glance. I think someone also mentioned this in another post?
2. Reach a wider target market- those who want a very conservative/classic look and those who want something flashier or unique
Just my opinion of course, but my career field also revolves around user research (including marketing, trends, etc.) and product development so...
For those who want a ST (myself included) maybe we could keep the one Chad posted on his first post and then come up with a "unique" glove if that's what everyone wants. Looking forward to seeing what Chad decides to do. Sounds like a decision needs to happen very soon and I'd hate to see us complicate that decision by not being able to agree on the two gloves that are being offered.
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You guys can do what ever you want to the black one, just don't eff with the saddle.
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Would actually make my decision easier. I have too many black Wilsons to begin with.
I am not sure a black will happen here this go around - unless I have 36 people ready to pre-order today. Then we can do ST, Black, and OT.
I am sending the sample OT to SB today to get his take. It seriously is ridiculously nice in person and I have dozens lined up to get another OT SP125. If you all are wanting unique I am afraid you are in the wrong spot. While I am the biggest fan of unique we have to appeal to the masses as discussed previously.
I am sending the sample OT to SB today to get his take. It seriously is ridiculously nice in person and I have dozens lined up to get another OT SP125. If you all are wanting unique I am afraid you are in the wrong spot. While I am the biggest fan of unique we have to appeal to the masses as discussed previously.
jethrodub
Coach
The ST and Black seemed to be the most popular on here by a long shot.
I'm sure the OT you are sending to SB is going to be awesome, no doubt, but I bet a classic Black or ST version would be equally as awesome.
You said to the board in your original post that "We need to make a decision" and I think that they have.
I'm sure the OT you are sending to SB is going to be awesome, no doubt, but I bet a classic Black or ST version would be equally as awesome.
You said to the board in your original post that "We need to make a decision" and I think that they have.
"We" have done nothing more than talk. I will post this again in case it was missed in my last post.
I am not sure a black will happen here this go around - unless I have 36 people ready to pre-order today.
Money talks and bull**** walks - ante up. As stated previously as well this is not the only place throwing input in the decision making.
Podo
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Chad, would the black one be the black on black on black? or.....?
jethrodub
Coach
IF there was a black, and that is a big IF, I think the most popular would just be all black with black stitching and classic yellow patches and yellow A2000 embroidery. I know people have thrown other options out there, but there doesn't seem to be any agreement. Keeping it classic would be the easiest way to do that IMO.
And they did this. The production model had narrower finger stalls.