How Custom Kit Handles Mixed Men's and Women's Sizing in One Club Order

A club can order men's and women's cuts in a single custom kit order: one design, applied to two gender-specific patterns, with one minimum and one sign-off covering both. Women's kit is engineered for a different body shape, not a smaller version of the men's cut, so each member is sized against the right pattern. This guide covers how to run it.

Why are men's and women's cuts different patterns?

The two cuts are built around different body shapes, so a women's jersey or bib short is not the men's cut scaled down. Fit differences show in the shoulders, bust, waist and hip, and in how the chamois sits. Sizing a woman into a men's cut usually means compromising somewhere. The same logic runs through men's versus women's bib shorts.

Can one design cover both cuts?

Yes. The artwork, colours and sponsor placement are set once and applied across both patterns, so the club still reads as one team. Placement can shift slightly between cuts so logos sit correctly on each; the sponsor logo placement guide covers this. Women-specific design choices are covered in women's kit personalisation.

How do you collect sizes for a mixed club?

Ask each member to pick their cut first, then their size within it, using the size chart for that cut. Do not assume sizes carry over between men's and women's. The club sizing guide walks through collecting sizes, and the cycling kit sizing guide explains how to read the charts. Confirm the available size range for each cut with us at quote stage, because ranges differ by garment.

Do you need a sample for both cuts?

Yes, if you can. Fit-checking one men's and one women's piece before the full order is the cheapest way to catch a sizing problem. Members who are between sizes can then be placed with confidence. Once sizes are in, the club kit order walkthrough covers what happens next.

How do minimums work across both cuts?

Orders start from 5 to 10 pieces, and a mixed order counts as one programme with one design, so you are not splitting your club into two separate minimums. See minimums explained. Turnaround is typically 6 to 8 weeks, and nothing goes to production without your sign-off.

Frequently asked questions

Can women order the same jersey design as the men?

Yes. The design is identical; only the pattern underneath differs, so the custom jersey looks the same across the club.

What if a member is between sizes?

Check the chart for their cut, then ask for a sample piece if you can. Tell us during the quote stage if you want advice on borderline sizes.

Planning a mixed-size club order? Tell us your brief on the DTR custom apparel page and request a quote.

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