For far too long, the only way San Jose Sharks fans could get quality and one-of-a-kind Sharks gear is to live in the Bay Area. That is about to soon change. As we mentioned in January, the Pro Shop at Solar4America Ice is working on pushing a new website live.

While the site is clearly still in the testing phase, new items are being added almost daily to their database. Not only will Sharks merchandise be available, but San Jose Barracuda items are being added as well. As someone who detests Fanatics merchandise because of their poor attention to detail and inconsistent quality, I’m happy to see the vast majority of items available are made by Adidas and other companies not named Fanatics.

If your visits to shop.nhl.com have left you wanting, SJ Team Shop will be your new source for Sharks merch. Already in the database are jerseys, caps, t-shirts, polos, and hoodies.

Jersey snobs, like myself, will be very happy to see that authentic lettering will be offered along with replica lettering and heat pressing.

For you throwback fans, you ‘ll be pleasantly surprised to see several swag items featuring the original Sharks logo. As of now, it appears all orders over $200 will get free shipping. Since the site it still under development, that could change. For better or worse.