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Running shirt customization options
We take custom apparel to the limit. Sure, we can slap your logo on a generic running shirt. But why stop there?
If you want to customize something we didn’t mention, talk to us. We’re always looking for a challenge.
Contact our team to discuss the details of your project.
Mockups
3 – 5 days
Samples
15 – 20 business days + 7 – 10 business days in transit (air)
Full production
Approximately 30 – 35 days plus 7 – 10 business days in transit (air) and 35 – 45 days (ocean)*
*each project lead time will be quoted after we receive details.
Custom running shirt styles
Custom running shirts for your brand with your design and logo.
All you need to know: custom running shirts
When to choose running shirts for custom apparel
Performance running shirts have their place. Think race team uniforms, corporate wellness programs, and outdoor promotional events.
Marathons and competitive races
Marathon shirts and custom race shirts become treasured keepsakes for event participants. Technical running shirts with moisture management help runners stay comfortable through all 26.2 miles of fun. Sublimated running shirts with full sublimation printing let you create vibrant, all-over prints featuring sponsor logos, race graphics, and finishing times that won’t fade.
Corporate wellness and team building
Companies launching wellness initiatives use custom team running shirts to build camaraderie. Branded running shirts with company logos turn morning runs into mobile marketing. Quick-dry running shirts and breathable fabric running shirts work for everything from 5K fun runs to serious corporate team building marathons.
Company running clubs and teams
Company running shirts and sports team shirts create visual unity at group runs and competitions. Custom running jerseys display team colors boldly. Match them with custom running shoes to complete the kits.
Charity runs and fundraising events
Custom running apparel spreads awareness long after the finish line. Try sustainable running shirts made from recycled materials to align with environmental causes. Or design custom running shirts with participant names or memorial messages to make powerful impressions.
Custom dye-sublimated running shirts
Dye-sub running shirts use heat to bond ink directly into polyester fibers. Sublimation running tees can feature photorealistic graphics, gradient blends, and unlimited colors without setup costs. Printed performance shirts maintain their breathability since the ink becomes part of the fabric rather than sitting on top. Custom shirts with dye sublimation are anti-fade, so they’ll look sharp through hundreds of washes.
Custom running shirts with screen printing
Screen-printed running shirts deliver vibrant, opaque colors that pop on darker fabrics. This method makes simple logos and text designs look sharp. Screen printing creates a slight texture that many prefer for its tactile quality. This technique is the most cost-effective customization method for large bulk orders; it’s also the best for tight deadlines.
Custom running shirts for active industries
Active industries benefit from custom sportswear that performs under demanding conditions.
Outdoor recreation and adventure tourism
Guide services and outfitters issue branded athletic wear to staff for instant credibility with clients. Outdoor industry companies use custom running gear for trail running clinics and wilderness races. UV protection and quick-dry fabrics handle multiple activity types from hiking to water sports.
Fitness studios and gyms
Wellness centers and boutique studios outfit instructors in running top uniforms for professional unity. Retail promotional running shirts turn members into walking advertisements. Corporate wellness shirts encourage participation in fitness challenges and step competitions.
Sports marketing and event management
Promotional running shirts featuring sponsor logos generate revenue while providing participant value. Our trade show services help sports brands maximize booth impact with matching printed running apparel.
Creative customization ideas for running shirts
Race beyond basic logo placement with these innovative approaches to custom running shirts:
- Gradient sublimation: Fade from your primary brand color at the shoulders to white at the hem for a dynamic racing look.
- Pace time markers: Screen print split times on sleeves for marathon pacers or training groups.
- Reflective logo placement: Embroider with reflective thread for visibility during early morning or evening runs.
- Strategic ventilation: Add mesh panels in contrasting colors that double as branding elements.
- Motivational interior prints: Place inspirational text on the inside of the hem or neck for personal encouragement.
- Elevation profile graphics: Feature the race course topography across the chest for marathon commemorative shirts.
- Sponsor showcase backs: Create tiered sponsor logo placement across the back panel using DTG or sublimation.
- Multi-technique combinations: Combine embroidery for premium chest logos with sublimation for full-back graphics.
- QR code integration: Print scannable codes linking to race results, training plans, or brand content.
- Numbered editions: Add individual participant numbers or limited edition markings for collectibility.
Other running accessories we can customize:
Custom running shirt FAQs
What else does Anthem Branding do?
We make custom promotional products, but we also offer branding services to help you discover and express your brand identity.
Our branding experts provide:
- Brand audit services to assess your current market position.
- Logo design that looks sharp across all applications.
- Brand development strategies that define your market differentiation.
- Merchandise design that transforms custom artwork running shirts into cohesive brand statements.
- Packaging design that enhances unboxing experiences.
Your custom soft goods become part of a larger brand ecosystem. We maintain consistency across all touchpoints from digital presence to physical merchandise.
Can you match our brand colors?
We provide Pantone-matched running shirts through precise color-matching processes. For fabric colors, we source materials that match your Pantone specifications or create custom dye lots for large orders. For decoration, sublimation offers the widest color gamut, while screen printing uses Pantone ink mixing for exact matches. Our design team creates physical samples so you can approve colors before production runs.
What’s the best material for running shirts in hot weather?
Polyester running shirts are the gold standard for hot conditions. Lightweight running shirts in technical polyester with moisture-wicking technology pull sweat away from skin faster than any other fiber.
Can you rush production for an upcoming event?
We offer rush order running shirts and fast turnaround running shirts for time-sensitive events. Quick turnaround custom shirts using off-the-shelf blank inventory can ship in 7 – 10 business days for simple logo applications. More complex customization requires additional time, but our production team works with you to meet your deadline.
What is the turnaround time on a custom running shirt order?
Production times depend on customization complexity and order size.
Standard orders require 10 – 14 business days for off-the-shelf styles with your logo. If you have an upcoming deadline, this is your best option.
Custom running shirts and specialized designs require 2 – 4 months. Variables include delivery date and shipping method:
- Air shipping: 2 – 2.5 months
- Ocean shipping: 3 – 4 months
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