{"id":207,"date":"2025-11-12T14:06:32","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T14:06:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportswearoftomorrow.com\/blog\/?p=207"},"modified":"2025-11-12T14:06:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T14:06:32","slug":"know-how-on-cycling-shorts-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportswearoftomorrow.com\/blog\/2025\/11\/12\/know-how-on-cycling-shorts-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Know-how on cycling shorts production"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>How to Design and Produce Cycling Shorts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When creating cycling shorts, the first step is to decide between <strong>sublimated<\/strong> and <strong>predyed<\/strong> panels. Each option offers distinct visual and functional results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Predyed Panels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A current trend in cycling apparel is to use <strong>predyed fabrics<\/strong> for the entire bottom section of the shorts. These fabrics provide a deep, uniform black and a premium aesthetic.<br>However, <strong>predyed fabrics cannot be sublimated<\/strong>, which means any logos or graphics must be <strong>applied as heat transfers<\/strong>. These transfers are sourced separately and come at an additional cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teams or brands seeking a solid, professional black look<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimalist designs with few or no printed elements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason why not to go for predyed colors other than black, see photo. No words needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"183\" src=\"https:\/\/sportswearoftomorrow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/images-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-208\" style=\"width:428px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Sublimated Panels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer printed designs or custom branding directly integrated into the fabric, <strong>sublimated panels<\/strong> are the right choice. However, we recommend <strong>avoiding black sublimation<\/strong> for the following reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a. The black tone of sublimated panels will not perfectly match the black of predyed fabrics.<br>b. When stretched, sublimated blacks may appear slightly grey due to fabric tension.<br>c. For inside panels in colors like red, blue, or green, please confirm the <strong>minimum order quantity (MOQ)<\/strong>\u2014usually starting at <strong>70 pieces<\/strong>. Note that these lighter shades offer <strong>no concealment<\/strong>, which should be considered in the design phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Shoulder Straps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For bib shorts, we recommend <strong>white straps<\/strong>, as they remain discreet under light-colored jerseys.<br>Black straps are possible but may visually interfere with light jersey designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always verify color combinations, MOQs, and strap choices with our team before production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose <strong>predyed<\/strong> for deep, consistent color and a sleek finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose <strong>sublimation<\/strong> for full customization and printed graphics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Design and Produce Cycling Shorts When creating cycling shorts, the first step is to decide between sublimated and 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