Sportswear is big business. From local teams and school clubs to pro leagues and fitness brands, the demand for customized athletic apparel is massive. Fans want to represent their favorite teams, athletes need performance gear, and gyms love branded merch. It’s a lucrative market with repeat customers and bulk orders—what’s not to love?
But printing on sportswear isn’t as easy as slapping a transfer onto a cotton tee.
The challenge: dye migration and heat-sensitive fabrics
The synthetic fabrics used in jerseys, tracksuits, and activewear are heat-sensitive, prone to dye migration, and tricky to work with. Standard heat transfers can cause scorching, discoloration, or that dreaded dye bleed where colors from the fabric seep into the design, turning your crisp white logo into a murky mess.
The Solution: the Lo Melt Blocker
Supacolor’s Low Melt Blocker heat transfer is specifically engineered to prevent dye bleed from happening. It’s designed for use on sublimated and heat-sensitive garments, stopping dye migration in its tracks while applying at a low temperature to protect delicate fabrics. Here’s why it works so well on sports apparel:
- Prevents Dye Migration: Blocks fabric dyes from seeping into your design.
- Low Application Temperature: Protects heat-sensitive performance fabrics from scorching.
- Durable & Stretchable: Moves with the garment, making it perfect for high-movement apparel.
- Long-lasting: It’s proven to last 70+ washes without cracking or peeling, so you can be sure it’ll last longer than the season.
What can you decorate with Lo Melt Blocker?
Lo Melt Blocker is ideal for sports teams, athletic brands, and fitness studios. Here’s what you can confidently decorate:
🏆 Team Jerseys & Uniforms – Keep logos and numbers sharp and vibrant, even on sublimated fabrics.
🏋️ Athleisure & Performance Wear – Perfect for golf shirts, running shirts, and compression gear that needs flexibility.
🎽 Sports Fan Merchandise – Hoodies, caps, and jackets that stay looking fresh, game after game.
How to Press Lo Melt Blocker
1. Set your heat press to 260°F (125°C). The low temp ensures delicate fabrics won’t scorch or melt.
2. Pre-press the garment for a few seconds to remove moisture and wrinkles.
3. Position the transfer and press firmly for 12 seconds with firm pressure (40 psi).
Peel hot, and you’re done! A quick post-press ensures longevity and a beautiful finish.
Make Your Sports Merch Stand Out
Ready to grow your business with more sports merch? Order Lo Melt Blocker transfers here.