The Runaway Crew

Transfer: Neon (Howard Multi-Purpose)

Suggested Blank: Sport-Tek® PosiCharge® Tough Tee® ST320

Value: Neon inks deliver high visibility and instant energy — exactly what fitness and running audiences are drawn to. This effect makes logos pop on both dark and light garments, helping decorators stand out without increasing production costs. It’s a premium look achieved with a standard-priced transfer.

Pitch: Local running clubs and community fitness groups are booming, and most are looking for ways to build identity and unity among members. Use this sample to show how a bright, motivational design can become a high-margin merch item or event tee. Position Neon as the perfect way to attract attention during outdoor races, fun runs, and team workouts — proof that smart ink choices can add value without adding expense.

Tadpole Swim School

Product: Ultra Stretch

Suggested Blank: Sport-Tek® Youth Rashguard Tee YST470

Value: Ultra Stretch transfers are engineered for performance fabrics like swimwear, leggings, and compression gear — offering excellent stretch and rebound without cracking or distortion. The clear ink base allows water to bead off the surface instead of soaking in, maintaining both comfort and durability in wet environments. It’s a specialty product that demonstrates real technical expertise.

Pitch: Swim schools, aquatic centers, and youth swim teams are niche markets with loyal, returning customers — and very few decorators actively pursue them. Use this sample to show your ability to serve specialized programs with products made for their environment. Position Ultra Stretch as the perfect way to introduce high-performance branding to swim instructors and athletic programs, giving you a valuable “in” with a year-round, underserved market.

Prism Balance & Flow

Transfer: colorVIBE Hybrid

Suggested Blank: Sport-Tek® Women's PosiCharge® Tri-Blend Wicking Scoop Neck Raglan Tee LST400

Value: colorVIBE Hybrid blends the vibrancy of digital color with the reliability of screen print, making it ideal for detailed artwork and smooth gradient transitions. This design showcases a luminous, flowing gradient that can’t be achieved with traditional spot color printing, while also demonstrating Hybrid’s ability to maintain sharp line detail even at high volume.

Pitch: Yoga studios, wellness centers, and boutique fitness spaces value calm, elevated branding that reflects their philosophy. Use this sample to show how Hybrid transfers can achieve that serene, modern aesthetic with vivid precision — perfect for apparel lines, staff uniforms, or retail merch displays. For studios that regularly re-order, Hybrid offers consistency, scalability, and color accuracy that will set you apart as a reliable, long-term partner.

Howard Swing School

Transfer: Howard Multi-Purpose

Suggested Blank: Sport-Tek® PosiCharge® RacerMesh® Long Sleeve Tee ST340LS

Value: Howard Multi-Purpose transfers are ideal for detailed, multi-color artwork — delivering crisp registration and a smooth, soft feel that mimics a true screen print. The tone-on-tone palette of Pastel Blue and Reflex Blue gives this retro baseball design an elevated, timeless look while showcasing just how precise and versatile traditional plastisol transfers can be.

Pitch: Training facilities and sports academies are an untapped merch opportunity for decorators. Students are proud to represent where they train, and limited-run “camp” or “club” apparel creates built-in exclusivity. Use this sample to show athletic clients how easy it is to offer premium-quality team merch without the headache of traditional screen printing. For small facilities, it’s an instant way to build community and add a profitable revenue stream.

No Pain No Gain

Transfer: Howard Multi-Purpose (with Shimmer)

Suggested Blank: Port & Co™ Bouncer Tee PC600

Value: This design proves that screen print transfers can handle high-impact, multi-color artwork without compromise. Using four inks — White, Periwinkle, Flare Red, and Orange Shimmer — it demonstrates the range and precision of Howard Multi-Purpose. The shimmer is used not for sparkle, but as a metallic accent, adding depth and a premium edge to an otherwise rugged, graphic style.

Pitch: Fitness-themed lifestyle apparel continues to dominate both retail shelves and online marketplaces. This sample shows decorators how to merge bold, graphic content with an elevated finish to command higher price points. Pitch it as “grit meets gloss” — the kind of print that performs just as well in the gym as it does as streetwear. It’s proof that special effects aren’t limited to novelty—they can make athletic lifestyle merch look truly premium.

Power Fitness

Transfer: colorVIBE DTF

Suggested Blank: A4 Softek Long Sleeve Hooded Tee A4N3528

Value: colorVIBE DTF delivers unmatched vibrancy and precision for multi-color artwork — the kind of bold, high-energy designs that fitness brands love. This sample features eight distinct colors, a perfect example of where digital printing shines. It achieves full-spectrum detail and saturation that would be cost-prohibitive with traditional screen printing or screen print transfers, while maintaining a smooth, durable finish that feels premium.

Pitch: Gyms, training studios, and fitness clubs thrive on visibility and community. Use this sample to show how colorful, well-executed branding can turn members into walking billboards. Highlight that not all DTF is created equal — partnering with a trusted, high-quality supplier ensures consistency, repeat business, and a finished product customers actually want to wear.

Slow Runners Club

Transfer: Howard Multi-Purpose (Shimmer) + Puff

Suggested Blank: Lane Seven Vintage Crewneck Tee LST002

Value: Combining Shimmer and Puff creates a unique, multi-dimensional finish that feels handcrafted and premium — exactly what the retail fitness market gravitates toward. The soft metallic sheen of Shimmer ink adds polish, while Puff brings tactile depth, creating a product that looks and feels boutique-quality straight off the press.

Pitch: Fitness-themed lifestyle merch continues to thrive both online and in local shops. Use this sample to show how decorators can expand beyond team uniforms and into retail-ready apparel — whether selling through a studio’s storefront, on Etsy, or in small-batch boutique collections. By blending texture and effect, this design demonstrates how to turn simple humor or community-based slogans into high-margin, design-forward products.

Beverly Hills Tennis Club

Transfer: Vintage Wash

Suggested Blank: District Wash™ Tee DT2101

Value: Vintage Wash delivers a soft, worn-in aesthetic that’s both timeless and on trend. Its intentionally transparent ink coverage allows the garment color to show through, creating a lived-in, premium look reminiscent of collegiate and country club merch. This treatment gives decorators an easy way to tap into the vintage sportswear market that continues to dominate both retail and boutique fitness spaces.

Pitch: This design bridges two profitable audiences — traditional athletic clubs and modern fitness-lifestyle boutiques. Use it to show customers how “heritage-inspired” artwork paired with Vintage Wash creates apparel that feels exclusive, aspirational, and effortlessly wearable. It’s proof that decorators can use classic design language to meet current demand for retro, pre-loved aesthetics without any extra production complexity.