Bear Grips Pro ShopsCycling Club Long Sleeve Shirts
- Long sleeves bridge the gap between tee season and hoodie season for cycling clubs.
- Two fabrics work: soft cotton for casual wear, moisture-wicking polyester for indoor trainer.
- Standard demand window: late September through April for cool-region clubs.
The cycling club long sleeve sits between the tee and the hoodie in the seasonal lineup. It is what members wear on cool fall meetup rides, on the warmup for early-spring centuries, and on indoor trainer sessions where a hoodie is too warm but a tee is too cold. Two fabrics cover the spectrum: soft Airlume cotton for casual wear and moisture-wicking polyester for trainer or warmup.
When members reach for the long sleeve
- Cool morning rides (40-55F): long sleeve under a vest is the classic layering for spring and fall.
- Indoor trainer sessions: long sleeve moisture-wicking is the trainer staple.
- Fall club meetups and cafe stops: the casual cotton long sleeve.
- Post-ride layering after sweaty races or fondos.
Two long sleeve picks for cycling clubs
1. Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt (Bella+Canvas)
Airlume cotton, fitted but relaxed cut. Front logo or full back design. The casual long sleeve for cafe stops and post-ride layering.
2. Mens Moisture Wicking Long Sleeve (Sport-Tek)
Performance polyester, sweat-wicking, faster to dry. The pick for indoor trainer and warmup rides.
Most clubs start with the cotton long sleeve and add the performance long sleeve after 60 days if members request it.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Logo and design on long sleeves
- Left chest logo: 3 to 4 inches wide.
- Full back design: under 11 inches wide.
- Sleeve hit: 1 to 2 inches on the upper sleeve.
- Center front graphic: works on the cotton long sleeve but skip on the performance one (the fabric does not hold large prints as well).
Long sleeve pricing
| Long Sleeve | VIP Base | Retail | Club Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton long sleeve | $29.88 | $44-48 | $14-18 |
| Moisture-wicking long sleeve | $29.88 | $44-48 | $14-18 |
Long sleeves carry slightly higher markup than tees because the buying intent is more deliberate. Members who buy a club long sleeve are committing to the club brand.
Add Long Sleeves Before the Cool Weather Hits
One cotton, one performance, two colors. Bridge the gap between tee season and hoodie season.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
When do cycling club members wear long sleeves?
Cool morning rides, indoor trainer sessions, fall meetups, post-ride layering after sweaty races. Demand window runs late September through April in cool regions.
Is a cotton or moisture-wicking long sleeve better for cycling?
Cotton for casual wear and cafe meetups. Moisture-wicking polyester for indoor trainer and warmup rides where sweat management matters. Most clubs stock both.
Can we put a back design on a club long sleeve?
Yes on the cotton long sleeve. Skip the back design on the performance moisture-wicking version (the fabric does not hold large prints as well).
How much should we price a cycling club long sleeve at?
Standard retail is $44 to $48. Most clubs price for $14 to $18 markup. Event editions can carry $20+.
