Activewear brands produce custom hoodies by working with experienced factories that handle fabric sourcing, pattern development, sampling, and bulk production.
From my experience, the brands that succeed focus less on trends and more on fit consistency, fabric performance, and production control.
Custom hoodies play a key role in activewear collections because they are used for:
Unlike basic streetwear, activewear hoodies must balance movement, comfort, and durability.
I’ve worked with activewear brands producing:
What I’ve learned:
A hoodie that looks good once must perform the same every time.
Brands decide:
This defines fabric and construction choices.
Common options include:
Typical GSM ranges from 280–380 GSM.
Factories adjust:
Fit sampling is critical before bulk production.
Most brands go through:
Skipping steps increases risk.
Key quality checks:
Brands must clearly decide:
Clear decisions reduce delays and cost overruns.
| Item | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 100–300 pcs per style |
| Sampling time | 7–15 days |
| Bulk production | 30–45 days |
| Cost drivers | Fabric, weight, trims |
Heavier fabrics and custom dyeing increase unit cost.
Custom hoodie production focused on fitness and activewear brands.
Best for: Brands testing or scaling activewear hoodies.
Technical garment development and premium manufacturing.
Best for: Performance-driven activewear brands.
Low-MOQ private label and OEM services.
Best for: Startups and small drops.
👉 Alanic
Large-scale hoodie and sportswear production.
Best for: Brands scaling volume.
Ethical and domestic manufacturing.
Best for: Made-in-USA positioning.
| Manufacturer | MOQ | Customization | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fukigymwear | Low–Mid | High | Activewear brands |
| AEL Apparel | Mid | High | Performance products |
| Affix Apparel | Low | Medium | Test collections |
| Alanic | Mid–High | Standardized | Scaling brands |
| Royal Apparel | Mid | Medium | USA-made lines |
Brands should ask:
The right partner grows with the brand.
Q: Are activewear hoodies different from streetwear hoodies?
A: Yes. They require better fit control and fabric performance.
Q: Can brands start with low MOQ?
A: Yes. Many factories support test orders.
Q: How long does production take?
A: Usually 40–60 days including sampling.
If you’re planning custom hoodies for an activewear brand,
👉 Fukigymwear supports you from sampling to bulk production.
We help brands build hoodies that fit well, perform consistently, and scale reliably.