Cheap Custom Joggers, Sweatpants, and Shorts for Team and Brand Merch

June 5, 2026 6 min read By Eli Goldberg

Quick Answer

Bottoms range from $26.88 VIP base (mesh shorts) to $48.88 (premium fleece joggers).
Bottoms are usually the last piece added to a budget shop, after tees, hoodies, and hats.
Athletic mesh shorts are the cheapest bottom in the entire catalog.
No minimum order applies the same way to bottoms as every other product.

Table of Contents

Bottoms compared by price
Starting cheap on bottoms
When to add sweatpants and joggers
Retail pricing for bottoms
Frequently Asked Questions

Most small businesses and fitness brands build a shop top-down: tee first, then hoodie, then hat, and bottoms last. That order makes sense financially, since bottoms sit at a slightly higher price point than tops, but they round out a merch lineup well once the core pieces are proven sellers. Here is what a cheap bottoms lineup looks like across joggers, sweatpants, and shorts.

Bottoms Compared by Price

Piece	Brand	Best for	VIP base
Athletic 7" Mesh Shorts (No Pockets)	Sport-Tek	Cheapest bottom, training and gym wear	$26.88
Youth Athletic Mesh Shorts	Sport-Tek	Kids programs and youth teams	$26.88
Ladies 3" Fitness Shorts	Sport-Tek	Womens training and studio wear	$30.88
Mens Performance Training Shorts	Bear Grips	Gym and training brands	$44.88
Womens Wave Wash Sweatpants	Independent Trading Co.	Everyday casual wear	$39.88
Mens Midweight Performance Joggers	Independent Trading Co.	Team and brand joggers	$40.88
Mens Pocket Sweatpants	Jerzees	Budget sweatpant option	$40.88
Unisex Premium Fleece Joggers	Cotton Heritage	Higher-end jogger, softer fleece	$48.88

Starting Cheap: The Mesh Short Entry Point

At $26.88 VIP base, the athletic mesh short is the cheapest bottom in the whole catalog and a natural first item for a training program, combat sports gym, or youth team on a tight budget. It works for practice wear, team giveaways, and everyday branded merch without pushing the shop's average item price too high.

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When to Add Sweatpants and Joggers

After the tee and hoodie are proven sellers. Bottoms cost more, so confirm demand on cheaper items first.
For cold-weather teams and gyms. Joggers and sweatpants round out a cold-climate lineup alongside a hoodie.
For a premium tier. The fleece jogger at $48.88 works as a higher-price add-on once a shop has an established customer base willing to spend more.

Retail Pricing for a Budget Bottoms Lineup

VIP base	Suggested retail	Margin
$26.88 (mesh shorts)	$36.88	$10.00
$40.88 (joggers, sweatpants)	$52.88	$12.00
$48.88 (fleece joggers)	$62.88	$14.00

Round Out Your Cheap Apparel Lineup

Shorts from $26.88 VIP base, joggers and sweatpants available too. No minimum order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest custom bottom in the catalog?

The Athletic 7" Mesh Shorts (No Pockets) at $26.88 VIP base, the cheapest bottom of any style.

Should a new shop start with joggers or shorts?

Shorts, if budget is the main constraint. Mesh shorts are the cheapest bottom and work for most training, youth, and gym contexts.

Are cheap sweatpants lower quality?

No. The price differences reflect fabric weight and brand (mesh vs fleece vs pocketed sweatpant), not corner-cutting on any single item.

Can I test one pair of joggers before committing to a size run?

Yes. No minimum order applies to bottoms the same as every other product in the catalog.

Eli GoldbergSmall Business Branding Writer

Eli writes about small business and startup branding. He spent eight years in B2B marketing before going independent and covers how small companies use apparel for swag, conferences, hiring events, and team building.