AS Colour Staple Active Tee | 5001A

Description

The AS Colour 5001A takes everything that made the original Staple a go-to blank and adds recycled fiber content to the construction. Same 180GSM weight that decorators trust for consistent results, same tailored fit that elevates it above standard promotional blanks — now with a sustainability story your customers actually care about. The recycled cotton blend maintains the soft hand-feel and print readiness that AS Colour built their reputation on.

Who Orders It

Streetwear brands building collections where sustainability credibility matters as much as fit. Music venues and festivals running merch programs for environmentally conscious audiences. Nonprofits — particularly environmental and social justice organizations — who need their blank to align with their mission. Coffee roasters and natural food brands where the recycled story reinforces product positioning. Creative agencies ordering internal gear that reflects their values without sacrificing quality.

Decoration

The 5001A handles screen printing with the same ink absorption and color vibrancy as the standard Staple — the recycled content doesn’t compromise print performance. DTG prints hold detail cleanly on the cotton-dominant face. Embroidery sits flat on the 180GSM fabric without puckering at standard stitch counts. The preshrunk construction means your artwork stays where you placed it through the wash cycle. One consideration: if you’re running plastisol prints, test hand-feel on a sample first since recycled fibers can affect how the ink cures.

Specifications

• 180GSM midweight fabric — substantial without summer-weight bulk
• Recycled cotton blend with wear-retention construction
• Double-needle stitching at stress points for extended durability
• Preshrunk fabric for dimensional stability after washing
• Regular fit cut for consistent sizing across production runs
• Available in core colorways suited to decoration work

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the 5001A?
Screen printing delivers the strongest results — the 180GSM cotton face takes ink with excellent saturation and the preshrunk fabric keeps prints stable. DTG works well for detailed or photographic artwork. Embroidery holds clean at standard counts up to 10,000 stitches.

Is the recycled content noticeable in the fabric feel?
Most wearers can’t distinguish it from standard cotton. The hand-feel is soft and consistent with AS Colour’s quality standard. The recycled story is a selling point for your customer, not a compromise in the product.

How does the sizing compare to the regular 5001 Staple?
Identical fit and sizing. If you’ve ordered the 5001 before, the 5001A runs the same. AS Colour maintains consistent sizing across production runs, which matters when you’re reordering for ongoing programs.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build a custom program on the 5001A? Get in touch for pricing on your decorated order.