4B ATHLETICS • FABRICS & MATERIALS

ENGINEERED FOR
PERFORMANCE.

The right fabric creates the right product. Explore the performance materials we use for custom sportswear, activewear and lifestyle apparel.

BUILT AROUND YOUR PRODUCT

Every garment has a different purpose. From lightweight breathable jerseys to stretch performance fabrics and warm fleece constructions, we help you select the right material for the sport, design and performance requirements of your collection.

EXPLORE OUR FABRIC FAMILIES

Select from performance-focused constructions developed for sportswear, activewear and casual apparel.

Performance Mesh Fabric
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PERFORMANCE MESH

Lightweight and breathable constructions designed to improve airflow and comfort during intense activity.

Lightweight Breathable Quick Dry
Interlock Fabric
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INTERLOCK

Smooth, stable and versatile fabric construction suitable for premium teamwear and training garments.

Smooth Stable Versatile
Jacquard Fabric
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JACQUARD

Engineered textures and patterns that add depth, identity and premium character to sportswear.

Textured Premium Custom
Jersey Fabric
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JERSEY

Soft and flexible fabric constructions developed for comfortable training, lifestyle and activewear.

Soft Flexible Comfort
Polyester Spandex Fabric
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POLYESTER-SPANDEX

Stretch performance fabrics designed to support movement, flexibility and body-contouring garments.

Stretch Recovery Performance
Sublimation Polyester Fabric
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SUBLIMATION POLYESTER

Polyester constructions selected for vibrant all-over sublimation printing and custom team kits.

Sublimation Print Ready Teamwear
Fleece Fabric
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FLEECE

Warm and comfortable constructions for hoodies, sweatshirts, tracksuits and team lifestyle collections.

Warm Soft Brushed
Rib Fabric
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RIB & TRIMS

Stretch rib structures used for collars, cuffs, waistbands and refined garment finishing.

Stretch Trim Finishing

FABRIC PERFORMANCE

We select fabric constructions around the way your garments are expected to perform.

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BREATHABILITY

Airflow-focused structures designed to help improve comfort during active movement.

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MOISTURE MANAGEMENT

Performance constructions selected to support moisture control and quick-drying requirements.

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STRETCH

Stretch options developed for garments requiring flexibility and unrestricted movement.

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COMFORT

Soft hand-feel and appropriate fabric weight selected according to the garment application.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT FABRIC

Not sure which construction is right for your product? Start with the garment you are developing.

PRODUCT RECOMMENDED FABRIC KEY REQUIREMENT
Football Jerseys Performance Mesh / Sublimation Polyester Breathability + Lightweight
Basketball Jerseys Lightweight Mesh Airflow + Comfort
Volleyball Uniforms Stretch Performance Flexibility + Movement
Training Wear Interlock / Jersey Comfort + Durability
Compression Wear Polyester-Spandex Stretch + Recovery
Hoodies Fleece Warmth + Softness
Casual T-Shirts Jersey Softness + Comfort
Custom Team Kits Sublimation Polyester Print Quality + Performance

FABRIC SPECIFICATIONS

Fabric selection can be developed around the technical requirements of your product and target market.

GSM

Fabric weight can be selected according to the desired balance of coverage, weight, durability and performance.

COMPOSITION

Polyester, spandex, nylon, cotton and blended constructions can be considered according to the product requirement.

STRETCH

Options can include mechanical stretch, 2-way stretch and 4-way stretch constructions.

FINISH

Available finishes can be selected according to the desired appearance, hand-feel and garment application.

NEED SOMETHING CUSTOM?

Have a specific fabric requirement? Tell us what you need and our team can help identify the right material direction for your garment.

GSM Composition Stretch Color Finish Performance
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BUILD THE RIGHT PRODUCT FROM THE START.

Share your garment concept with 4B Athletics and let our team help you select the right fabric for your collection.

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