Bike Short Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands with Flocking
Bike Short Customization Program for Surf and Swim Brands
This programme covers the full path from a bike short concept to repeatable bulk supply for surf and swim brands. The build starts from everyday-casual references — bike short in modal blend — then locks fabric weight, wash behaviour and fit tolerance so every reorder matches the approved sample.
Most bike short buyers arrive with one of these problems: colour faded after a few washes, or colour faded after a few washes. The fix is a written spec before bulk: shrinkage allowance, stitch density, colour tolerance and a golden sample kept at the factory.
Specification
| Product | Bike Short |
|---|---|
| Base fabric | Modal Blend |
| Decoration | Flocking |
| Fabric weight | 160-180 gsm |
| Fit options | Regular / Relaxed / Oversized |
| Colour options | 6 wash-stable shades |
| MOQ | 800 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 4 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
What you can customise
- Piece Dyeing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Tonal Embroidery — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Reflective Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Smocking — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Screen Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Flocking — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
- Satin Printed Label — quoted per position and per colour on Modal Blend.
How we produce it
- Tech pack review, fabric confirmation and lab dip approval
- Pattern, grading and a Modal Blend-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then pre-production sign-off
- Bulk cutting with flocking applied under controlled settings
- In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 check and packing
Quality control
Every bulk lot is compared against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and wash behaviour. Bike Short reorders stay comparable over time because the spec, the lab dip and the golden sample are all on file.
FAQ
What file formats do you need for artwork?
Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) give the best print and embroidery results. For raster artwork please supply at least 300 dpi at the final print size. We digitise embroidery files in-house and return a sew-out photo for approval.
Can you match a specific colour?
Yes. Send us a Pantone TCX reference or a physical swatch. We return lab dips for approval and hold bulk shade within the agreed tolerance band before cutting.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 800 pieces per style and colour. We can split sizes across a size set, and for first orders we often accept a mixed-colour run to help you test the market.
How long does sampling take?
A first prototype is typically ready in 10 working days after the tech pack is confirmed, including fabric sourcing if the base cloth is not in our stock library. Revisions add about 4 days each.
Start your bike short programme
Send us your tech pack or even a rough sketch — we will come back with fabric options, a costed sample plan and a realistic production calendar.
