Custom Running Club Shirts: Everything Your Club Needs

Custom running club shirts at Bear Grips Pro Shops start at $19.88 base cost with no minimum order. Whether your club has 8 members or 280, everyone orders their size directly through your shop link and shirts arrive within about a week. No size-guessing, no pre-buying inventory, no setup fees. This guide covers which shirt styles work best for running clubs and how to get your club shop running in under 30 minutes.

Performance vs Cotton: Which Running Club Shirt Works Best

Running clubs split roughly into two categories when it comes to shirt preferences: training-focused clubs that want moisture-wicking performance fabric, and social or casual clubs that prefer the softer feel of a cotton or triblend tee. Both work well as custom club shirts. Here is how to choose:

• Moisture-wicking performance tees: The Sport-Tek moisture-wicking tee and Bear Grips athletic tee are built for actual running. They move sweat away from skin, dry quickly, and hold their shape through repeated washes. Best for clubs that wear their shirt during training runs.
• Cotton and triblend tees: The Bella+Canvas women's favorite tee and Next Level premium cotton and triblend options are softer and more casual. Many run clubs that do weekly social runs prefer a cotton shirt because it doubles as everyday wear. Members wear it to the coffee shop after the run.
• CVC jersey blend: The Next Level CVC jersey tee splits the difference. It has some structure for movement but feels closer to a soft cotton shirt. A good choice if your club does both training and social runs.

Many clubs carry both a performance shirt and a cotton lifestyle shirt. Members pick the one they want. Your shop can offer both at the same time.

Running Club Shirt Styles: What Is Available

The Bear Grips Pro Shops catalog carries more than 20 shirt options that work for running clubs. The most popular for run clubs:

• Bear Grips Airlume Cotton Athletic Tee: Soft, durable, and the most popular choice for running clubs that want a quality custom shirt at the lowest base price. VIP base $19.88.
• Sport-Tek Men's Moisture-Wicking Tee: Built for training runs. Pulls sweat, dries fast. VIP base $23.86.
• Sport-Tek Ladies' Moisture Wicking Tee: Same performance features in a women's cut. VIP base $25.88.
• Bella+Canvas Performance Workout Tank: A clean, minimal tank for warm-weather running. Sleeveless, roomy, works well for spring and summer club shirts. VIP base $19.88.
• Next Level Ladies Racerback Tank: Popular for women's running groups and weekend social clubs. VIP base $19.88.
• Sport-Tek Men's Moisture Wicking Long Sleeve: For cold-weather training clubs. Pulls sweat, keeps warmth. VIP base $29.88.

All styles print your club logo or design on the front. You set the retail price and keep the margin per item.

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Sizing Options for Running Club Orders

Running clubs span a range of body types and age ranges. The Bear Grips catalog includes sizing options across all product types:

• Adult sizes: S through 3XL on most styles, depending on the specific product.
• Women's cut options: Bella+Canvas, Next Level, and Sport-Tek all carry women's specific cuts in multiple styles. These are not the same garment as the men's cut: different fit through the shoulder and waist.
• Youth sizing: Youth Airlume cotton tee and youth Sport-Tek performance tee available. Good for clubs with junior members or family-friendly run groups.
• Tall sizing: The Hanes Premium Tall Tee is available for members who need a longer body length. VIP base $25.88.

Because every member orders their own size directly through your club shop link, you never have to collect sizes in advance or guess the size distribution. The shop handles it automatically.

How to Set Up Your Running Club Shirt Shop

Setting up a custom running club shirt shop at Bear Grips Pro Shops takes under 30 minutes:

1. Create a free account at shops.beargrips.com/signup
2. Upload your running club logo or design (PNG at 300 DPI minimum, or a vector file)
3. Add the shirt styles and colors you want to offer
4. Set your retail price (base cost plus your per-item margin, or set at base cost if the shirt is included in membership)
5. Share your shop link with club members

Members click the link, choose their size and color, pay directly, and their shirt arrives within approximately one week. No coordinator has to handle money, collect sizes, or manage distribution. See the full running club merch shop setup guide for more detail on pricing strategy and getting your first order.

Matching Your Shirt Choice to Your Club Type

Different running clubs have different shirt priorities:

• Road training clubs: Members run with the shirt regularly. Moisture-wicking fabric is important. High-visibility colors (bright yellow, neon coral, safety orange) improve safety during early morning or evening runs.
• Trail running clubs: See the custom trail running club shirts guide for trail-specific recommendations. Trail clubs often lean toward earthy tones and more casual cuts.
• Social and beer run clubs: The shirt is a badge more than a training piece. Cotton, triblend, or soft-feel shirts work better here. See the beer run shirts guide for social run club design ideas.
• Sunday run clubs: The post-run coffee hang is part of the identity. Soft crewneck sweatshirts and casual tees do double duty as lifestyle wear. See the Sunday run club apparel guide.
• Corporate and charity run clubs: These clubs often need matching shirts for a single event. The no-minimum policy means they can order exactly the headcount, even with 11th-hour registrants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What shirt material do most running clubs use?

Training-focused running clubs typically use moisture-wicking polyester or polyester-blend shirts because they handle sweat better during runs. Social and lifestyle-oriented run clubs often prefer cotton or triblend shirts because they are softer and work better as everyday wear. Many clubs offer both options in their shop and let members choose.

Can I order running club shirts in different colors for different members?

Yes. Your shop can carry the same design in multiple shirt colors. Members pick the color they want when they order. You do not need to manage color selection in advance.

How fast do custom running club shirts arrive?

Bear Grips Pro Shops ships within approximately one week of order placement. Shirts go from order to door in about seven days for US addresses. For events or race days, open your shop three to four weeks in advance to account for all members ordering on their own timeline.

Do I need a minimum number of members to order custom running club shirts?

No. There is no minimum order quantity. A three-person run crew can order three shirts. Each order ships individually to each member's address. The price per shirt is the same regardless of how many people order.