This paper is responsibly sourced and meets the highest environmental standards. It is FSC® Certified, Green-e Certified, and Green Seal™ Certified, ensuring sustainable forestry practices, renewable energy use, and reduced environmental impact. Made with 30% or more post-consumer fiber, it supports recycling efforts. Additionally, it is printed using soy-based inks, making it an eco-friendly choice for printing needs.

Merino wool is an incredibly soft natural fiber that is sustainable and renewable. Producing the fabric has a relatively low impact on the earth when compared to synthetic fibers. Best of all, merino wool is excellent at regulating body temperatures which makes for great cycling gear!

Repreve^®

We've all seen the horrifying images of plastic bottles filling the ocean. Repreve has stepped up, and made it their mission to undo this plastic mess. To date, they have turned over 27 billion (and counting!) plastic bottles into a performance based fiber. This fiber is excellent in sporting apparel, especially cycling apparel. We are looking forward to use more Repreve in the future!

X4zol™-J

This solution-dyed double-knit interlock comprises 84% Recycled Polyester and 16% X4zol™-J with HeiQ Smart Temp and Fresh finishes. X4zol™-J is a Lubrizol TPU fiber that provides a balanced stretch for comfort and shaping and is environmentally friendly and recyclable. HeiQ finishes follow strict best practices that limit wastewater and energy.

Polartec^® Fleece 200^®

Polartec® Fleece 200 is a versatile, mid-weight fleece fabric renowned for its warmth, breathability, and eco-conscious design. Made from recycled velour microfibers, it combines a soft, plush texture with sustainable innovation. The recycled content comes primarily from post-consumer plastic bottles, which are transformed into high-performance fibers, reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact. This process not only retains the fabric's durability and insulation properties but also supports circular economy efforts. Ideal for outdoor activities, Polartec® Fleece 200 delivers both comfort and sustainability without compromise.

As a manufacturer, we recognize that fabric waste is an inevitable part of the production process. However, we’ve found innovative ways to reduce this waste. When laying out fabric for cutting, instead of leaving unused spaces, we strategically fill these areas with patterns for smaller items, such as accessories or components for other products. This approach not only minimizes the amount of fabric that goes to waste but also allows us to maximize the efficiency of each fabric roll. By repurposing these otherwise discarded sections, we create new, useful products like headbands, arm warmers, or pouches, turning what would have been waste into valuable additions to our line. This method supports our commitment to sustainability and resourcefulness, making the most of every material we use.

The elastics, leg grippers, and labeling we use in our apparel are OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified. This means that these garment parts have been tested for harmful substances. OEKO-TEX uses independent partners to test and certify the clothing component.

Aero Tech Designs prides itself on unique and innovate designs. Our goal is to create a zero mileage design process. Designing in house is one way to reduce our negative carbon footprint and deliver high quality products to our customers. We strive to reduce waste by using digital design tools to lessen paper and cardboard waste. When we design here, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, we decrease the carbon emissions of vehicles transporting patterns and samples. We are working to make this trend a standard within our company.