Sportshirt Material: Why 60/40 Cotton-Polyester Works
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Material & Quality
Most sport shirts feel good the first time you touch them. But how do they feel after the third set? After the twentieth? After a year of training?
We developed REPBORN for exactly that moment, when it matters.
When people buy sportswear, they often look at design and price first. What really matters only becomes clear during training: How does the material react to sweat? Does it restrict movement? Does it keep its shape after ten washes? We asked ourselves these questions, and our answer is 60% cotton, 40% polyester.
Why not 100% cotton?
100% cotton is a classic material: comfortable, soft and skin-friendly. For casual clothing, it is ideal. But in training, it quickly reaches its limits:
- It absorbs sweat and becomes heavy.
- It sticks to the body and dries slowly.
- It can restrict freedom of movement.
- It can feel uncomfortable after intense sessions.
Once you have trained in a high-quality functional shirt, it is hard to go back.
Why not 100% polyester?
Pure polyester dries quickly. That is the advantage. But it can feel synthetic, may scratch and many people are sensitive to it. The feeling on the skin is often less comfortable, especially during long sessions without an undershirt.
60/40: The best of both worlds
Our blend of 60% cotton and 40% polyester is not random. It is a conscious decision for a training shirt that combines comfort and function.
Lightness
The fabric feels noticeably lighter than classic cotton shirts. You feel it when you first put it on, then forget about it because it sits so naturally.
Fast drying
The polyester content helps move moisture away quickly. No heavy, sweat-soaked shirt. No sticking. No distraction.
Elasticity
The material gives in every direction. Deadlifts, pull-ups or shoulder presses: the shirt follows your movement, not the other way around.
Shape retention
Even after many washes, the fabric keeps its shape. No stretching out, no deformation. The shirt still looks clean after repeated washing.
Skin comfort
The high cotton content creates a soft, comfortable feeling directly on the skin, even during long sessions without an undershirt.
Made for every moment
REPBORN shirts are not made only for training. The lightweight fabric, clean cut and shape retention make sure you can wear the shirt just as confidently on the street, in a café, at work or after training.
Care
To keep your REPBORN shirt in excellent condition for a long time:
- Wash at max. 30 °C, turned inside out.
- Wash with similar colours, especially for the first wash.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Do not iron.