Australian Trainingspak

The Australian trainingspak is the single most iconic piece of Dutch gabber fashion. The brand — an Italian sportswear label — was adopted wholesale by the Dutch hardcore scene in the early-to-mid 90s. The signature triangle logo and bold color-blocked tracksuits became the de facto uniform at events like Thunderdome, Nightmare, and Mysteryland. If you saw someone in a full Australian tracksuit, you knew exactly what music they were into.

Original 90s Australian tracksuits are highly collectible because they represent the visual identity of an entire subculture. The gabber scene was uniquely Dutch, massively popular, and the Australian brand was its most visible symbol. Vintage sets are scarce — most were worn until they fell apart. The brand still exists today with new lines, which makes authentic 90s pieces even more prized by collectors and scene veterans.

When buying vintage Australian, check the labels and logos carefully — the branding changed over the years and modern pieces are sometimes sold as vintage. The zipper on the jacket is a common failure point. Look for intact elastic on the cuffs and waistband. Full matching sets (jacket + pants in the same colorway) are worth significantly more than separates. The classic color combinations — like the green/gold or blue/orange — are the most sought-after by collectors.