Top 5 features of Sublimation Uniforms that make everyone love it

Digital printing technology has advanced vastly in modern days and as result, it's merged and diversified the printing industries. In past, we saw this type of development and adaptation with the rise of eco-solvent printers, and now with dye-sublimation printers.

The sublimation idea of uniforms has taken the printing world by storm. The idea is to allow users to digitally add custom graphics to clothing, chairs, snowboards, fabrics, promotional products and more. For many printing businesses, this quick and effective digital printing services are replacing traditional screen-printing for output that requires multiple colours and photographic imagery.

So why people are choosing sublimation uniforms over traditional screen printing? Here are top 5 features of sublimation uniforms that make everyone love it. 

    1. Uniqueness

One of the main features of sublimated shirts is that it is unique. Unique in a sense that even If you are printing the same print in various other shirts, each and every piece will be different to other. If you are ordering a large order of same prints, there is always an unnoticeable difference between them.

2. Customisation      

Customised polo shirts

The main reason why people are choosing sublimated shirts for traditional prints is that of its full-customisation ability. The sublimation dye process allows the user to customise the designs and colours the way they want. Also, the sublimation process has the ability to choose from unlimited colours using large CMYK printer with special ink, unlike screen printing which requires screens for each colour of the design.

3. Low cost

The sublimation printing process is economically viable for small-quantity printing whereas the unit cost is similar in both short and long production runs. The screen printing process has higher setup cost and large production is needed to be cost-effective, and the unit cost is higher than its counterpart.

4. Wrinkle-free

Sublimated Shirts

As we all witnessed with normal printing shirts, after wash, the prints tend to crack and separate away from the shirts. But with sublimated prints, there is no cracking or peeling and they last as you are in the hold of the garment. Also, the sublimated shirts are made with polyester fabric that is light and cool in the summertime and after the wash, it does not wrinkle as it is the problem with normal prints and woollen or cotton shirts.

5. Sublimation is forever

Sublimation process has solved one of the major problems we had with the normal printing process, that is colour fading. The design is rather dyed into the threads of the shirt rather than printing on top of the garment, ensuring it will never fade.

Sublimation shirt is the next big thing that the world will embrace and as the world is adapting the new development in the printing process, we believe it is the cornerstone that every printing company that needs to aspire to focus on. At Spida sports, Sublimation prints are our speciality and we aspire to supply the guaranteed quality goods with the customised print that our customer wants. For more information about Sublimated Sportswear, sublimation basketball uniforms, BMX clothing, pit crew shirts, visit our store and check our gallery yourself or call us on 1300 864 755. 

7 Trends about Motorsports Clothing

The motorsports clothing trends have always been more focused on improving the safety of the rider. That is why to improve safety, many countries mandate the wearing of protective clothing, protective gear, and helmets. The clothing includes a certain type of jacket, boots, gloves, pants, knee and elbow caps.

The fabrics used for motorsports are usually made from leather or man-made fabrics like Cordura or Kevlar. The jackets and pants have heavy padding on the elbows, shoulder region, spine, and knees.  Gloves are generally made from leather, Cordura fabric or Kevlar and some may include carbon fiber for knuckle protection. This protection, except helmets, are not mandatory or required by law to be worn, but are recommended by many of those who ride.

Here are 7 trends in motorsports clothing:

1. Fabrics

Whenever one discusses trendy clothes, you just cannot ignore the importance of the fabrics being used. During the early days, leathers were used in crafting the protective clothing used by the motorsports riders. The leather used was not fashion leather but protective leather, which is thicker, stronger and more flexible.

Clothing Fabrics

    2. Armour

Armours are built inside the suits or jackets at major impact regions such as shoulders, elbows, knees, hips and the back. They are built with shock absorbing material constructed from high-density foam, polymers, carbon fibers, and other materials. Separate armors are also available, if necessary, especially for the chest, neck, and back which can be worn under other clothing items.

Armour of motorsports clothing

    3. Textiles

Textiles are an alternative form of leather fabric and are man-made. They offer improved protection from heat, cold and water. These products provide increased functionality in terms of pockets and vents. Materials like Kevlar, ballistic nylon or Cordura, Lycra and waterproof liners such as Gore-Tex falls under this category.

4. Boots

While competing in motorsports, boots are one of the most important forms of protective outfits. They prevent or reduce harm in the event of a crash. They are tough, strong, flexible and are made out of burst, tear and impact resistant materials. The boots are fitted with oil-resistant materials, rubber-based composite soles and also have impact absorbers and load spreaders on the shin areas.

Motorsports Boot

    5. Helmets

Helmets are not only trendy but also mandatory while riding. It is a protective gear used by the riders to protect the rider’s head during an impact. The helmets are crafted with two layers: hard, sturdy and shock-absorbing. The hard-outer shell is made out of hard plastics and premium price helmets are made of fiberglass reinforced with Kevlar or Carbon fiber. The inner shock absorbing layer is often out of polystyrene foam which absorbs the spreading impact so a lesser amount of energy is spread to the skull and brain. The types of helmets trending are flip-face, open-face and full-face.

Motorsport Helmet

    6. Goggles

Goggles are used by the riders during motorsports. They protect the riders from dust, wind, and debris. They feature anti-fog treatment and protection against UV rays. The goggles include a foam rim which seals against the face and layered, tinted lenses to accommodate varying light conditions. The Goggles are typically used by riders who use open face helmets and dirt bike riders.

Goggles used by Motorbike Rider

     7. Gloves

Gloves are used to protect the hands of a rider from the cold, sunburn and in case of accidents. The motorcyclists’ gloves typically have reinforced palms to protect the rider from abrasion injuries in case of accidents. The premium features include additional protection or weatherproofing and carbon fibers or hardened plastic on the knuckle areas.

Racing Gloves

Motorsports clothing and apparel are a safety concern and are updated regularly. Spida Sports is a leader of sports suppliers and dealers in Australia. We supply a range of apparel ranging from personally customised sportswear to teamwear, fishing shirts, motorsports gears and much more. For more information call us at +61 1300 864 755 or write to us at info@spidasports.com.au.

Father’s Day gift of the year – Jerseys

Father’s Day is here and we are all excited about it. On this day, we celebrate our father and their love for us. From taking him on a traditional picnic to pampering him at the spa, there are lots of ways to show our love and appreciation for all the things he has done for us and more.

Many of us have already chosen a gift for our superhero while some of us are still in dilemma on what to get for him this year’s Father’s Day.That’s why we bring you the perfect gift for him - JERSEYS.

Jersey, it seems simple and inexpensive but the meaning it holds is far more valuable. A sports team jersey is what defines a team, the player wearing it and the club it belongs to. For any sports loving dad, his favorite club’s jersey would mean a lot to him. And it comes as a gift from his beloved children, it would mean the world to him.

Sports Jersey

A personalised shirt with your own design, or an authentic shirt of the club,both can be equally cherished gift. You can have the store print your dad’s name on the back, or get the jersey with a player’s name which he can wear it to the game. He can wear it to bring the luck for his favourite team, and turn it into a lucky jersey.

For these jerseys, there are various designs available for you to choose from. From custom designed polo t-shirts with the club’s crest or a player signed the jersey, from club’s color to various personalised color, you can choose his favorites.

Polo t-shirts

There are many rip-offs available in the market so you need to make sure that what you have bought is of premium quality. Always look for the branded apparels as low-quality rip offs can be the worst gift to give.

At Spida Sports, we supply the highest quality sports jerseys and apparel. We have large numbers of design collection that you can choose from, or you can bring your own. You can sit with our designers and tweak the designs the way you like. For more information, call us at +61 1300 864 755 or post your queries at info@spidasports.com.au 

Sublimated Fishing Shirts - A Perfect Father’s Day gift for your Dad Fisherman

Father’s Day is the perfect day to honour every Father. It’s not an easy task being a father. Every hug, every joke, every conversation defines how a father has influenced his child. Father’s Day is the perfect time to say thanks to dads and all the hard work they do.

Finding a gift for Father’s Day can be a difficult job. While he will love whatever you give, it is still important to give it some thought. Planning for a fishing trip for the Father’s Day? 

Fishing is one of the most sought out activity on Father’s Day. A Fishing Trip down at the lake between Father, son or daughter can be fruitful as it can make the parental bond even stronger. If there had ever been a rift between father and a child, a fishing trip may help to mend it.

While there are many gifts you can give to fisherman dads such as a fishing rod, hooks, knife and others, nothing tops a custom designed fishing shirt. So, what better gift than a fishing shirt for your fisherman dad?

A custom designed sublimated fishing shirt for a father and child team is the best gift one can get for Father’s Day celebration. Design and fabric of your choice, with custom logo and name, it helps to show the bond between the two.

Made out of 150 GSM lightweight breathable Cool Dry Material with 2 fabric choices with extremely High UPF 40 (Intercool Fabric) and High UPF 20 (Micromesh Fabric), the custom designed shirt comes in both long and short sleeves and is perfect for both friendly and annual fishing tournament.

You can bring your design and we will turn it into a reality. And if you are stuck for ideas, we already have a collection of designs that can be customised to suit your needs. This Father’s Day Reel and Grill fish with your Father. 

For more information on customised sublimated shirts and other teamwear and sportswear in Australia, call +61 1300 864 755 or email us at info@spidasports.com.au.

10 Rules to Wearing Football Jerseys

You are a die-hard football fan and you play hard. It's time to throw around the pigskin, make some tackles and perfect your team's touchdown strategy. Wearing football jerseys shows you are on top of the game. The point of wearing the jersey is to support your team, and there are certain rules when wearing football jerseys to a sporting event. What are they? Let’s find out.

1. Wear a jersey that fits and comforts you

The important part of dressing up for football is to give yourself the freedom of movement so that you can play freely without having to think about your clothes too much. And most jerseys are not flattering on most body types, so you should know what size you wear. You make it worse when you go too big or too small size jerseys. If you have no choice, you can go one size above, but only if it's the jersey of a sport that would typically involve shoulder pads.

2. Always wear a sleeved t-shirt under your jersey

Many people wear the jersey as tank tops in summer. Don’t be one of them. Wear a sleeved t-shirt underneath the jersey. Wearing different types and colors of t-shirts with full sleeve under your jersey is considered acceptable. Jackets and warm-up shirts should not be worn over the jersey as they hide what team you are on and is considered cheating. 

3. Don’t wear a personalised jersey

Just pick the star player or a legend, someone you look up to and is your favorite player which shows your respect and support instead of having a jersey lettered and numbered after you.

4. Wear the team-colored jersey

Especially for the ladies, no pink jerseys. If you are proud of your team, you should be proud of their colors. So, get yourself a real jersey and not the alternate version or fashion jerseys. Also, wearing a jersey with a designer that is a big no-no. 

5. Never wear a jersey of a team that isn't playing in the game you are attending

Can I go to a game where I have no interest in the teams playing? Sure, if you love the sport, just don't wear a jersey of the team who isn’t playing in the said game. If you do, it reflects disrespect for the teams playing. So attend the game wearing clothes in neutral colors. This way you can show up at any game and nobody will criticise you for it.

6. Do not wear a jersey with the same player name and number as your friends

When attending a game as a group, avoid the jersey with a player’s name and number which your friend is already wearing. If you do, you guys may look a bit silly sitting in your group with identical jerseys. Unless it is intentional and all of you want to show solidarity for the particular player.

7. Know the right time to wear jersey

There is a right time and place to wear jerseys. Kids could wear a jersey to school every day. And you are not one. Hopefully, you have learned the art of timing. While going to a concert, it's cool to wear the band’s t-shirt. However, you will look a bit out of place if you wear the jersey to work, social gatherings not related to the concert or even in the gym. And it’s the same with sports jerseys. So to help you out, here is the perfect time to wear a jersey.

• Football game
• Specifically for a sporting event party
• Outdoor events/ festivals
• At your own home
• Halloween
• If your workplace decides to have a jersey themed day for fun

8. Wear shorts

Always wear shorts made of lightweight material with an elastic waist. It’s much easier and comfortable to move around in a fast-paced game. Often a player's number is printed on the shorts but is not compulsory. One piece suits are not allowed while playing the game. However, a goalkeeper can wear long pants with padded hips.

9. Shoe matter

Pick the right shoes for your comfort and functionality. Check with your fellow players to decide on what kind of shoe is appropriate for the game. Football involves kicking a ball, so you should wear running shoes or cleats. But if you decide to play wearing sandals or barefoot, you will end up hurting your feet. Also, choose cleats without metal spikes or front toe spikes so as not to injure another player.

10. Wear your hair in a ponytail if it goes past your shoulders

Long hair can be a nuisance while playing the game. So, put your hair in a ponytail to make things easier. Use headbands or hair bands to hold hair from falling on your face. 

Hope these 10 rules help you in making smarter use of your beloved jersey. Be on point wearing your favourite jersey at the games. For sports jerseys and custom made sports shirts, contact Spida Sports. Call 1300 864 755 or email at info@spidasports.com.au