The Rings Are In!

[BisonTeacher]

Replica Rings? If you didnt earn it why would you wear it?

I agree.

Ive always thought that was silly. Like when players sell their rings and people buy them. Sad on many levels. Just sad.

Kinda reminds me of how GB season ticket holders can buy a fan ring when they win the Super Bowl.

And this.

[IBleedYellow]

Looks badass!

[MAKBison]

I believe I stated that in my post. Again---why would your wear it if you didnt earn it?

so are u saying teh fans and their $$$$ have no affect on the program? Gotta keep the annual argument alive LOL

[bisonaudit]

I agree.

Ive always thought that was silly. Like when players sell their rings and people buy them. Sad on many levels. Just sad.



And this.

I guess that makes me sad then, because I was coveting Steve Carlton's 1987 World Series Ring, right up until the bids started coming in.

That seems like a different thing than ordering a replica to me. But, whatever floats a person's boat.

[Bison Loaf]

Replica championship rings can kind of be a taboo thing in some circles, especially if worn, and I do understand that. They're not for me personally.

I will note, however, that NDSU also sells (or has sold) game-worn team jerseys and continues to sell replica team jerseys (even after championship years) and replica team helmets to it's fans (and I'm pretty sure most of those buyers haven't earned a roster spot on the current team yet, ). The replica helmets are usually not worn (at least openly ) but the jerseys, of course, are quite popular items at Bison games (even though I don't wear a jersey OR a helmet myself).

I'm guessing these rings would be used more like the replica helmets - as unworn commemoratives - but either way, I don't have much issue with it.

A word of caution, however. I don't think it would be wise to actually wear your replica ring, jersey or helmet.............to an important business meeting, wedding, or job interview. (I know, I know. I'm an old fuddy-duddy.)

[Bisonwinagn]

I'm surprised they put 4 peat on the ring. To me this should be a single season ring especially since they have different players each year and some weren't even on the the previous teams. But I assume the players designed the rings so they can have what they want.

[Bison03]

I'm surprised they put 4 peat on the ring. To me this should be a single season ring especially since they have different players each year and some weren't even on the the previous teams. But I assume the players designed the rings so they can have what they want.

Still notates what this year also accomlished. The inside of the ring is also engraved with all 12 championship years for the same reason.

[EC8CH]

[Bison 4 Life]

i see they are selling replicas to fans?? did they do that on the last 3 rings?

I wouldnt buy one

I remember them selling an oversized replica ring, something like 4 inches across. They also had replica charms for a keychain.

Neither of which are terribly offensive.

[1998braves64]

Wow, I just stopped breathing for few seconds while admiring that ring. Amazing, imagine those who got four rings.

I'm busy imagining Wentz and company that redshirted that first year with 5!!!