Screen Printing on Jerseys
 

I know I should get jerseys sublimated, but time and money are short right now. I had planned on using these jerseys from Performance that are made specifically for screen printing: http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=1110

Problem is, they don't have all the sizes in stock that I need. Are there any other jerseys out there made specifically for screen printing?

Have any of you screen printed on a regular jersey? How bad does it turn out? Are there any jerseys that aren't specifically made for this but would be better than others?

You might find something at velowear.com. I run a screen printing business, you're right. you'd be better off getting them sublimated. If you do get them screened, you want to make sure of a couple of things:

1. Make sure your printer has experience printing jerseys, athleticwear, running gear etc.
2. Make sure they use something like a "spandisol" ink, this ink is stretchier than the normal ink used on t-shirts and other items. This will keep the ink from cracking and splitting. Also make sure they use a ink that's formulated for 100% polyester, or whatever the jerseys you choose are made of.
3. Make sure they don't melt or burn your jerseys. The dryers used to cure screen printing inks run between 350-400 F, we've turned certain styles of running jerseys into little wadded up balls of plastic :eek:

If your printer is familiar with and specializes in jerseys and sporting uniforms, you should be fine.

try
http://www.velowearcustom.com/live_overview.asp
they have a 3 week turnaround time for sublimated jerseys...

Wow...that's quick. Thanks for the link!