Manufacturing Programme

Cycling Jersey Fabric Manufacturer

Fersan Tekstil is a vertically integrated polyester knitted fabric manufacturer in Çorlu, Türkiye; the cycling jersey programme builds the recovery discipline that a garment worn for hours in a single posture demands.

A cycling jersey is not judged when it is put on, but in its third hour. As the rider leans forward the back is stretched and the front compresses; once the rear pockets are loaded the fabric carries a constant downward pull. This is why the governing property in a cycling jersey is not stretch but recovery: if the cloth does not return to its original length after being stretched, the pockets sag, the hem rides up, and on the next ride the jersey is no longer the same garment.

The programme distributes that requirement across the layers: elastane interlock holds the body to size, jacquard mesh knits zoned ventilation into the side and back panels, microfibre polyester takes weight out of sleeves and summer jerseys, elastane rib keeps the hem and cuffs in place, and power net carries the load at pocket openings and gripper bands. We supply sportswear manufacturers across Western Europe, Russia and the CIS, and routinely produce to the test standards of European brands.

Structures we manufacture for cycling jerseys

Polyester Stretch Interlock with Elastane

Stretch interlock + elastane

180–300 g/m²

In this application: The load-bearing body: a double-face structure that holds its dimensions under rear-pocket load and returns to size after stretch.
Composition: Polyester base + elastane; typically 5–12% (from comfort to high recovery). Higher levels belong to warp-knit power nets, not interlock.

Spec sheet

Jacquard Mesh

Jacquard mesh

150–250 g/m²

In this application: Zoned ventilation across side and back panels — the motif sits inside the knit, so no print load is added.
Composition: 100% polyester or, for stretch, ~88–92% PES / 8–12% elastane.

Spec sheet

Microfiber Polyester Knit

Microfiber polyester knit

85–180 g/m²

In this application: The light face of sleeves and summer jerseys; fine filament spreads sweat quickly and keeps a cool hand in full sun.
Composition: 100% polyester microfiber — filament fineness below 1 denier (microdenier, ~0.5 dpf); far finer than standard PES (1.5–4 dpf).

Spec sheet

Polyester Rib Knit with Elastane

Rib + elastane

190–300 g/m²

In this application: Lateral recovery that keeps hem and cuffs where they belong — it grips even without a silicone band.
Composition: Polyester + elastane (spandex); typically 5–10% elastane (commonly 6–7%), the rest polyester.

Spec sheet

Power Net (Elastane Raschel)

Power net (elastane warp knit)

150–240 g/m²

In this application: The carrier at pocket openings and gripper bands: an elastic structure that breathes without lengthening under load.
Composition: Polyester-based: ~72–82% polyester / 18–28% elastane (spandex); the elastane ratio is tuned to the support level.

Spec sheet

Moisture-Wicking Performance Knit

Moisture-wicking performance knit

130–220 g/m²

In this application: The body alternative for hot weather and race jerseys — moves sweat to the surface and stays dry over long distances.
Composition: Mostly 100% polyester; often ~80–90% PES / 10–20% elastane (with-spandex) for stretch and fit.

Spec sheet

Weight windows come from catalogue data; final specs are confirmed on a sample.

Ordering & Sampling

Minimum order (MOQ)	500–1,000 kg per colour — varies by fabric
Lead time	Typically 3–4 weeks from order confirmation to dispatch
Sampling	Sampling begins after a short technical consultation
Response time	Quotation requests answered within 2 business days
Delivery terms	EXW · FOB · DAP — shipping plan confirmed with your quotation
Capacity	~750 t/month knitting + dyeing at the Çorlu mill (since 1982)

Figures are typical ranges; exact terms are confirmed with your quotation.

Meter ↔ Kilogram (Roll) Converter

From weight and width, find a roll’s metres ↔ kilograms.

Formula

Weight per metre (g) = GSM × width(m). Weight (kg) = length(m) × GSM × width(m) ÷ 1000. Length (m) = weight(kg) × 1000 ÷ (GSM × width). Enter either length or weight; the other is computed.

Worked example

180 g/m², 1.5 m width, 1000 m → per metre 180 × 1.5 = 270 g; total 1000 × 270 ÷ 1000 = 270 kg. Conversely 270 kg → 270 × 1000 ÷ 270 = 1000 m.

Frequently asked questions

How many metres is 1 kg of fabric?

Length = 1 × 1000 ÷ (GSM × width). E.g. at 180 g/m² and 1.5 m width: 1000 ÷ 270 = 3.70 m/kg.

How do I find roll weight?

Weight (kg) = length × GSM × width ÷ 1000. Weight per metre = GSM × width (g).

Your fabric development partner

We build the jersey around ride duration: structure choices for body and panels, the sweat-management finish and the elastane ratio are developed to your project; stretch and recovery, perspiration and rub fastness are documented with tests. UPF and antimicrobial finishes are applied on request and evidenced with a test report.

Applications: Sportswear Fabrics

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum order for cycling jersey fabrics?

It varies by fabric, but sits in the 500–1,000 kg per colour band. In cycling collections, sharing a team colour across the body, panel and rib fabrics makes that band work efficiently; the exact figure is confirmed with your quotation.

Our rear pockets sag — will this fabric fix it?

Sagging pockets are usually a recovery problem rather than a stretch problem: if the cloth does not return to its original length, the load leaves permanent elongation. A double-face elastane body with power net at the pocket opening changes that behaviour; we measure and report the stretch-and-return ratio per order.

Is it suitable for sublimation printing?

Yes — the polyester base is the native chemistry of sublimation, and in cycling printing is close to universal. Light grounds ship ready for printing; on panelled designs we calibrate the ground shades together so different structures do not diverge in tone after printing.

Do you offer UV protection for long rides?

A UPF finish is applied on request and evidenced with an independent test report; a tight knit and a dark shade already provide baseline protection. Any UPF value to be declared is measured per fabric and colour — we do not claim a blanket figure on this page.

Does the jersey hold its size after washing?

Dimensional stability is set through compacting and heat-setting; perspiration, wash and rub fastness together with dimensional change are reported per order. Production runs with OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified inputs, and the same structures are made on GRS certified rPET on request.