Purchasing items from Taobao can be a challenge for international shoppers due to language barriers, shipping restrictions, and payment issues. Fortunately, Hoobuy, a reliable Chinese purchasing agent, simplifies the process. In this guide, we’ll walk you through using Hoobuy to buy a Tim Duncan basketball jersey from Taobao—whether you're a Spurs fan or a collector.

Many international buyers struggle with direct orders from Taobao due to:

• Restricted international shipping
• Language differences
• Payment method difficulties (Alipay/WeChat Pay)

Hoobuy acts as an intermediary, allowing global shoppers to purchase from Taobao without these complications. They offer:

• Consolidated shipping (reduce costs!)
• English customer support
• Multiple payment options (PayPal, credit card, etc.)

First, search for an authentic or retro Tim Duncan jersey on Taobao. Recommended stores specializing in NBA gear include:

• "Basketball Jersey Specialty Store"
• "NBA Official Replicas"

Verify product reviews & seller ratings before proceeding. Many Hoobuy users share purchasing experiences in forums like Spreadsheet Help—a useful resource for comparing sellers.

Once you've selected a jersey:

1. Log in/sign up for a Hoobuy account.
2. Copy the Taobao product URL.
3. Paste the link into Hoobuy’s "Buy for Me" service.
4. Configure options (size, color, quantity).

Hoobuy will show:

• Item price (converted to your currency).
• Service fees (typically 5-10%).
• Estimated shipping costs (varies by destination).

Their automated system calculates volumetric weight—often based on the packaging size described in the linked spreadsheet

• Wait for sales:
• Combine orders:
• Compare agents:this reference sheet.