Bike Short Customization Program for Universities with Ruching
Bike Short Customization Program for Universities
This programme covers the full path from a bike short concept to repeatable bulk supply for universities. The build starts from everyday-casual references — bike short in corduroy — 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: delivery missed the season drop, or the fabric felt thinner than the approved sample. 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 | Corduroy |
| Decoration | Ruching |
| Fabric weight | 160-180 gsm |
| Fit options | High-rise / Mid-rise |
| Colour options | 12 wash-stable shades |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per style per colour |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 30-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | ISO 9001 |
What you can customise
- Custom Zip Puller — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- Enzyme Wash — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- Rhinestone Application — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- 3D Puff Embroidery — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- Puff Printing — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- Woven Label — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.
- Yarn Dyeing — quoted per position and per colour on Corduroy.

How we produce it
- Tech pack review, fabric confirmation and lab dip approval
- Pattern, grading and a Corduroy-spec prototype
- Fit sample and wearer test, then pre-production sign-off
- Bulk cutting with ruching 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
Do you provide compliance documents?
We can arrange OEKO-TEX, GOTS, BSCI, WRAP and ISO documentation as well as third-party testing reports for ISO 9001, and we support REACH, CPSIA and Prop 65 declarations for the relevant markets.
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 3 days each.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Standard programmes start at 500 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.
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.
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.



