The difference between a basic team order and a $300+ training kit package? Strategic thinking and the right heat transfer technology.
Training kits are where print shops separate themselves from the competition. While others slap logos on basic tees, professional operations deliver coordinated collections that look like they came from major sportswear brands.
Why Training Kits Are Your High-Margin Goldmine
Training kits solve real problems:
- Teams need matching, professional-looking practice gear
- Athletes want performance fabrics that move with them
- Coaches demand durability that survives constant washing
- Parents pay premium prices for quality that lasts
The profit opportunity: Turn individual $15 shirt orders into complete $75-150 training kit packages.
The Technical Foundation: Supacolor Lo Melt Blocker
Here's why most shops fail at training kit decoration:
They use basic vinyl on performance fabrics. The result? Dye migration, poor adhesion, and customers who never order again.
Supacolor Lo Melt Blocker changes everything:
✅ 260°F pressing temperature - perfect for performance fabrics
✅ Prevents dye migration that ruins expensive athletic wear
✅ Premium hand feel that athletes actually want to wear
✅ Consistent results across different fabric types
Long Sleeve Training Tops: The Foundation Piece
Key placement strategy:
- Front chest prints establish team identity
- Back graphics maximize visibility during training
- Sleeve prints add professional detail that justifies premium pricing
Pro technique: Use sleeve platens or custom press pillows to achieve clean prints over seams. This attention to detail separates amateur work from professional results.
Short Sleeve Training Tops: Versatility Meets Performance
Efficiency tip: When pressing dual chest placements, use your right chest press as a post press for the left chest. This streamlines production while maintaining quality.
The detail that matters: Proper pre-pressing and post-pressing creates that premium hand feel that makes athletes want to wear your work off the field.
Training Shorts: Completing the Professional Look
Critical setup: Load only the leg edge onto the press with seams hanging off. This prevents bulk and ensures even pressure distribution.
Bilateral consistency: Use the same pressing pad setup for both legs to ensure identical placement and pressure. Details like this build the reputation that drives repeat business.
The Complete Training Kit Strategy
Package everything together:
- Long sleeve training top: $35-45
- Short sleeve training top: $25-35
- Training shorts: $25-35
- Total package value: $85-115 per athlete
Multiply by team size: 20-player team = $1,700-2,300 per order
Technical Specifications That Deliver Results
Temperature: 260°F consistently across all pieces
Time: 12-15 seconds for optimal adhesion
Pressure: Firm, adjusted for fabric thickness
Post-press: 2-3 seconds to lock in premium hand feel
Why Lo Melt Blocker Is Non-Negotiable
Performance fabrics are investments. Teams spend $25-40 per blank on quality athletic wear. They expect decoration that matches that investment.
Lo Melt Blocker delivers:
- No dye migration on expensive performance fabrics
- Consistent adhesion across fabric types
- Professional finish that withstands athletic use
- Hand feel that doesn't compromise performance
Ready to Build Your Training Kit Operation?
Then get equipped: Shop Supacolor Lo Melt Blocker and start transforming your athletic merchandise from basic to professional.
The Bottom Line: Think Systems, Not Products
Successful training kit operations don't just print shirts—they solve problems:
- Consistent team identity across all pieces
- Professional appearance that builds team pride
- Durability that justifies premium pricing
- Efficiency that makes large orders profitable
The shops figuring this out first are the ones building $50K+ annual athletic accounts.
Your move: Start thinking like a training kit specialist, not just a print shop.
💡 Pro tip: Teams that love their training kits become customers for years. Focus on quality over quantity, and watch your business transform.
Need help optimizing your training kit workflow? Our technical team has solutions for every challenge. Get in touch by emailing hello@supacolor.com
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