

"Worldwide, 49% of all clothing is made from polyester. The goal is to give the material a second life that would otherwise end up in landfills and in waters and oceans."
Extremely light, super quick-drying. Ideal for intense hours on the bike. Cycling clothing made from recycled polyester is environmentally friendly and supports you during training or rides. But what exactly is Recycled Polyester (PET) and how does a bottle become a high-end cycling jersey? We give you insight into the production of our recycled polyester.
What is actually recycled polyester (PET)?
Recycled polyester, as it is used in the textile industry, is usually made from recycled PET bottles. The savings potential is enormous: 4.3 kg of CO2 are produced in the manufacturing of 1 kg of recycled PET yarn. This means a CO2 saving of 32%.
Worldwide, 49% of all clothing is made from polyester. The goal is to give the material a second life that would otherwise end up in landfills and in waters and oceans. Additionally, about 59% less energy is required to produce recycled polyester compared to conventional polyester.

Is there enough recycled polyester?
580 billion. That’s how many PET bottles are produced worldwide each year. An almost unimaginable high number of plastic waste. Unfortunately, the recycling rate is not as high in all countries as it is in Norway (90%) or Germany (94%). In general, the use of PET bottles should certainly be reduced to conserve as many resources as possible. However, if polyester is to be used, for example, for a cycling jersey, then the use of recycled yarns is the best and only option.
Since the majority of the recycled polyester in the textile sector is made from PET bottles, these must be collected beforehand. This happens worldwide in various forms and through different processes. The recycling rate for PET bottles in Germany is very high at nearly 94%. However, only about 23% of the bottles end up in textile fiber production. The rest goes into new PET bottles, films, and other applications.
After collecting and sorting by type, the PET bottles are shredded and processed into small chips. Subsequently, a pure PET granulate is produced from these under heat and after a cleaning process. From this, a spinning solution is created that is similar to the process of Econyl, which is then further processed into a filament and subsequently into a yarn. This is followed by a dyeing process and knitting into a fabric, which can then be processed into a cycling jersey, for example. From 5 recycled polyester PET bottles, a cycling jersey in size XL can be produced.
Recycled Polyester: the Facts

Recycled polyester has low absorbency. Therefore, sweat is automatically directed outward. No stagnation, feels dry, and can evaporate better.
"No harmful bacteria can develop in recycled polyester. However, it needs to be cleaned more frequently than Merino and on a regular basis."
Recycled polyester dries particularly quickly
Recycled polyester is also wrinkle-resistant after washing.
Recycled polyester is ideal for very hot temperatures, allowing for very fine and open fabrics.
Recycled Polyester has a very low weight.
Recycled polyester is very durable.
All recycled polyester fabrics are Ökotex 100 certified.
All recycled polyester fabrics are GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified.
What are the disadvantages of recycled polyester?
- Can cause itching = allergic reactions
- Needs to be washed more often
- No pronounced temperature regulation like merino wool
- Lower breathability
- Electrostatic Charging

What blended fabrics with polyester are there?
A cycling jersey made of polyester often does not consist of 100% recycled PET bottles. To increase elasticity, elastane yarns are often added to the polyester fabric. Conversely, polyester yarns are added to natural yarns made of cotton or merino wool to improve certain properties. For example, the abrasion resistance, drying properties, or tear strength of cotton or merino wool can be improved by using polyester yarns.
SAVE CO2
"We use recycled polyester instead of conventional polyester for many products that require synthetic fibers. Goal: to reduce resource consumption and CO2 emissions. Take a look at the products."

How do I wash recycled polyester products?
Products made from recycled polyester can usually be washed at 40°C, unless otherwise stated on the label. This can be done without any issues in both the delicate wash and easy-care programs. Since the textiles hardly bleed, care should only be taken to wash new clothing items with similar colors. For very fine fabrics, it is advisable to use a laundry bag and the rule: Close all zippers and Velcro to prevent snagging on your cycling jersey.
And: Please use an ANTI MICROPLASTIC wash bag so that no harmful particles from your clothing enter the environment.
Sportswear made from recycled polyester can easily be dried on a hanger or drying rack. When the garment dries hanging, ironing is usually no longer necessary. The use of a tumble dryer is also not necessary and should be avoided out of consideration for your environment.