TE Jersey Design Contest

[administrator]

Ladies, its time to put your thinking caps on and get creative!

It has been a couple of years since we produced a TE-branded cycling jersey and we'd like to come up with something very creative with a high "WOW" factor, but we haven't come up with anything ourselves that we absolutely love.

So... we're going to have a design contest!

We recognize that not everyone has the skills to create vector artwork suitable for use as final art, so what we're looking for is something more along the lines of a concept sketch that we can then take to the designers at our jersey manufacturer to be cleaned up and turned into final art.

1st Prize will be your very own 2009 TE Jersey + $50 TE Gift Certificate
- winner to be selected by TE
- (note: final jersey design may not make use of the winning design. If no jersey is produced before July 2009, winner will receive a $125 TE Gift Certificate)


2nd Prize "People's Choice" award will be a $50 TE Gift Certificate
- winner to be selected by a poll here on the TE forums.
- this may be the same as the 1st prize winner.


We'll let it run at least 2 weeks but possibly through the end of February depending on how much activity there is surrounding the contest.

I'll put a link up tomorrow to a page where TE logos and color swatches can be downloaded.

We're looking forward to seeing what the amazing gals of the TE forums come up with! :D
...

[crazycanuck]

Sounds coolio but I do have one question.

Is this open to US residents ony? :(

If not..let me go and bother an artist..

[salsabike]

ahem, Biciclista.

[Zen]

Salsa , you don't have to have the mad skillz like Mimi. If you can do a mediocre rough sketch with shapes and graphic placement I think that will do.

This is more in the graphics/visualization area.

[Biciclista]

I'm actually not much of a designer; but it will be fun to try.

[salsabike]

Salsa , you don't have to have the mad skillz like Mimi. If you can do a mediocre rough sketch with shapes and graphic placement I think that will do.

This is more in the graphics/visualization area.

Yeah, I know. But she also has some really great bike paintings that I have always thought would MAKE good jersey designs. So...we'll see.

[Trek420]

I alerted the Spazzdog, the designer of:

http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=3439

Let's see if this dog bites ;) at the idea of designing again that is :D

Lots of talent on this board, let's go gals!

[batsheva]

do we upload our sketches to this thread??

[Trek420]

We'll let it run at least 2 weeks but possibly through the end of February depending on how much activity there is surrounding the contest.

I'll put a link up tomorrow to a page where TE logos and color swatches can be downloaded.


Looks like there will be a separate thread established for folks to post ideas and sketches. Watch for it! :D :cool:

[administrator]

Sounds coolio but I do have one question.

Is this open to US residents ony? :(

If not..let me go and bother an artist..

It is open to everyone :)

[administrator]

Looks like there will be a separate thread established for folks to post ideas and sketches. Watch for it! :D :cool:

Here is the thread for submissions (http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=29004)

[Crankin]

Just a note for when you actually choose the lucky winner and produce the jersey.

I bought the previous TE jersey, but it never fit correctly, as it didn't come in my actual size and it had elastic on the bottom.

It would be great if it was available in a large range of sizes (XS-3X), with no elastic.

Thanks!

[7rider]

Is this for a full zip jersey?

[administrator]

Is this for a full zip jersey?


We haven't decided yet, but it will probably be a 3/4 hidden zip.

[ilima]

Is this for a full zip jersey?

I vote for full zip with no elastic at the bottom.

No elastic >> full zip

[jesvetmed]

Mimi... I LOVE that painting! So wonderful!

[SlowButSteady]

No elastic!

[OakLeaf]

No elastic, 1/2 zip or less... and hi-viz yellow... :rolleyes:

[Zen]

Full zip would be nice but it absolutely has to have no elastic at the bottom!

[VeloVT]

Am I the only female in the universe that kind of likes elastic in my jerseys?

[Zen]

yes

[Zen]

I guess I'm out of the running, I don't even understand the directions.
I have colored pencils and a pad of paper, though :o

[Biciclista]

I guess I'm out of the running, I don't even understand the directions.
I have colored pencils and a pad of paper, though :o

me too. I think they want a design using the colors they showed and incorporating their logo.

[Red Rock]

It would be nice to have the avaibility of elastic and non-elasitc on the bottom of the jersey. I like the hi-vis yellow too!!

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Am I the only female in the universe that kind of likes elastic in my jerseys?


yes

Yes.


I only like elastic waistbands on shirts if I want them to ride up around my armpits after a while. :rolleyes:

[salsabike]

They said:

We recognize that not everyone has the skills to create vector artwork suitable for use as final art, so what we're looking for is something more along the lines of a concept sketch that we can then take to the designers at our jersey manufacturer to be cleaned up and turned into final art.

I think they posted the graphics info for those who can do that, but they are clearly not requiring anything more than a good concept sketch.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I think they posted the graphics info for those who can do that, but they are clearly not requiring anything more than a good concept sketch.

Of course a good concept is really the hardest part in graphic design! ;)

[grey]

Thanks for posting the .ai format in cs2 - some of us can't afford to upgrade every stinking year as adobe keeps creating new suites.

Will think for a few days and then come up with something. :-)

[uforgot]

I only like elastic waistbands on shirts if I want them to ride up around my armpits after a while. :rolleyes:

Thanks, I needed a good laugh today! Lisa, are you entering? You're an artist, right?

[7rider]

Of course a good concept is really the hardest part in graphic design! ;)

Well that's great news for those on TE who don't do graphic design. Sort of levels the playing field, p'raps. ;)

And I only asked my question about the full zip from a design perspective...wanted to know if a zipper could potentially cut a design in half. :eek:

[Zen]

I'm pretty sure I have a jersey with a full zip that doesn't affect the design.

[7rider]

That depends on how you design it....
...and how you wear it.

[Duck on Wheels]

I can kinda envision Mimi's painting (posted on the other jersey design thread) all over the back of a jersey with some kind of continuation or even just a repeat wrapping to the front. Could have short sleeves in blue-with-logo in extension of the sky (which is already predominantly a blue very close to the TE bluelogo color). The sleeves could be plain blue-with-logo or could fade above the logo into a more water-color effect up towards the shoulder seam. And the grassy bit of the painting could be right at the top of the back pockets, especially if Mimi could do a continuation below that with some sort of trail-side vegetation.

In my mind's eye this is a gorgeous jersey. I'd definitely buy it, but I can't draw it.

[ttaylor508]

Someone should be able to save the CS2 AI files to a previous version of Illustrator. I couldn't access the files with the provided link though. Is it just me or does the link not work? I just get a blank screen. :(

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Someone should be able to save the CS2 AI files to a previous version of Illustrator. I couldn't access the files with the provided link though. Is it just me or does the link not work? I just get a blank screen. :(

It opens fine for me in Illustrator CS2 and shows the TE logos.

[spazzdog]

Hey y'all! I got Trek420 message... not sure if I'm in on this or not as I'm trying to get a book to press, however I know a fine designer that might want to play.

I will ask her if she has an interest. Meanwhile, I'll download the templates just in case I get a wild burst of time.

Good luck everybody!

spazz

p.s. I too like the elastic, so you're not alone.

[HillSlugger]

Am I the only female in the universe that kind of likes elastic in my jerseys?

no!

[administrator]

me too. I think they want a design using the colors they showed and incorporating their logo.


While a design the incorporates the TE color scheme would be nice, it is certainly not a requirement.

The TE logos can be more of something that is applied to certain locations on the jersey - ie, chest or collar, sleeves, back pocket, etc -- they don't necessarily have to be a prominent part of the design.

If the design was of a traditional "team" jersey style, the logos would be very prominent (see the Team Terry jersey (http://www.terrybicycles.com/detail.html?item_no=2650&c=Apparel)).

However, we want to be more creative than that, while still having a jersey that communicates "Team Estrogen", rather than just "that's a pretty jersey".

[administrator]

Of course a good concept is really the hardest part in graphic design! ;)

Very true!!

[Thorn]

The TE logos can be more of something that is applied to certain locations on the jersey - ie, chest or collar, sleeves, back pocket, etc

[[said with tongue firmly planted in cheek]] You mean I should use your logos instead of the attached "logo"?

[administrator]

[[said with tongue firmly planted in cheek]] You mean I should use your logos instead of the attached "logo"?

I *LIKE* that! It'd make a great "hidden" pocket message (like the Salt shaker inside the pocket of our Hill Slug jerseys).

[Thorn]

If you use it, you might want to check with one of the chemists on the board to verify that I grabbed the right symbol. We think I did (actually DH is the source), but it could turn out like people who get tatoos of chinese characters only to find out that they don't mean what they think :p

[Eden]

Am I the only female in the universe that kind of likes elastic in my jerseys?

NO!!! I want my jersey be form fitting and to stay put and that means gripper elastic at the bottom.... and darn it I want it at the arms too... tight enough to keep my arm warmers up please.

[Biciclista]

I've noticed that jerseys made for men with elastics don't fit me so good, but when they are styled for women, the jersey ends up looking good and staying where it belongs with that elastic on it.

[dachshund]

I vote for hi-viz and no elastic. Is it possible to make both versions - elastic and non-elastic?

[Susan Otcenas]

Ladies, thanks for the feedback. A couple of comments:

I expect this will be a 3/4 hidden zip, no elastic jersey. Hidden zips work best with a graphic design, as they don't "chop" the image in half. There's very little out there in full-length hidden zip, so we'll need to do 3/4.

Also, as much as I understand that some folks like hi-viz safety yellow, that's not really the direction we're looking to go in.

Susan

[Becky]

NO!!! I want my jersey be form fitting and to stay put and that means gripper elastic at the bottom.... and darn it I want it at the arms too... tight enough to keep my arm warmers up please.

And longer short sleeves that will actually cover the tops of arm warmers. No little cap sleeves!

I love gripper elastic. My favorite jersey has gripper elastic in the back and is elastic-free in the front- stays put without riding up.

[SadieKate]

I suspect Susan has some pretty good stats about what kind of jerseys sell best. ;)

[Aggie_Ama]

I suspect Susan has some pretty good stats about what kind of jerseys sell best. ;)

I am not sure why she would track that, it would be senseless.

I like elastic. I don't like elastic. I like full zip and I like 3/4, I even like 1/2 zip. Pretty much a good cut will make me happy and elastic won't bug me in a good cut.

[Zen]

NO!!! I want my jersey be form fitting and to stay put and that means gripper elastic at the bottom....

We have a wide variety of forms here :D
What's form fitting for one is strangulation for another :eek:

[Eden]

We have a wide variety of forms here :D
What's fomr fitting for one is strangulation for another :eek:

I never said all jerseys must have elastic..... (and I think you all implied that *none* should by answering to Liza that yes, she is the only one who still wants elastic ((NOT)). I definitely still want the option.

[OakLeaf]

Bonus points for designs that won't be distorted or shaded by boobs (even small ones)...

[Biciclista]

Bonus points for designs that won't be distorted or shaded by boobs (even small ones)...

yeah really!

[ttaylor508]

Thanks, I was able to open the Illustrator 8 link fine. Don't know why the CS2 version doesn't work for me (I have both CS2 and CS3). The pdf version works as well.

[Aggie_Ama]

Mimi- I would really like to see you try your hand at something with that painting.

Eden- I really like your first entry, did you say you are working on another? I didn't know you had hidden talent like that!

[Eden]

Mimi- I would really like to see you try your hand at something with that painting.

Eden- I really like your first entry, did you say you are working on another? I didn't know you had hidden talent like that!

I'm a photographer and graphic designer in the real world ;)

[Selkie]

Eden and Bat

I like your designs a lot.

I'd love to see Bat's design w/different color choices (black background but w/other neon colors around the estrogren).

I'm too much of a Luddite to figure out how to make & submit my own design! :p

[crazycanuck]

I need some artistic help! I know what I want to put on the jersey but I can't draw it.

I'd like to make a jersey with an international theme :)

[Aggie_Ama]

I'm a photographer and graphic designer in the real world ;)

I like all three you put up, maybe you have another career to think about. :p FWIW I took Graphic Design as part of my major and found it to be one the hardest classes I took. My brother is the artist, I lost a lot of sleep over that class!

[Zen]

www.amiciveloci.org (http://www.amiciveloci.org) !!!!


On the women's club cut - it will have no elastic in the hem, a slightly shorter length, and will flare a bit at the hips. The bust will be adjusted slightly to better accomodate our curves. I tried on prototype #2 on Monday and it fits really nicely. Sizing info can be found at www.voler.com.



This is hands-down the nicest most flattering jersey I own.

[Aggie_Ama]

This is hands-down the nicest most flattering jersey I own.


Me too. And boo, I lost weight (which is good) and would love a size smaller. I love the look and feel so much I might have the dang thing tailored. ;)

[Biciclista]

So far, of all the jerseys shown, i like the last one of Eden's the best, because it's sort of colorful. I realize there is a giant difference between the younger generation and mine in terms of color. I like it bright; and particularly on a bike. Those muted tones do nothing for me.

[Becky]

[[said with tongue firmly planted in cheek]] You mean I should use your logos instead of the attached "logo"?

I love it! That should be visible somewhere on the jersey, IMO :)

[NoNo]

Oooh, I love Eden's second submission with the green jersey! I'd totally buy that!

[OakLeaf]

Someone is going to have to choose one?

[denny]

Great job ladies. I can't load my Illustrator program now, but loving your submissions. Eden love your colors.

[Ninabike]

Love Eden's green and white one. Black along the sides is also very "slimming".

[batsheva]

Eden love your colors.

you can see why she's a graphic designer!! amazing job -

Eden, can you try out some brighter color designs maybe- purples, reds, turquoise etc. or maybe with fairly large stylized icons for weather perhaps like you see on TV weather forecasts- the cloud, the sunshine, the showers icons, I think would be cool.. I wish I had the skills to put together stuff like you are doing!!

[Aggie_Ama]

Love Eden's green and white one. Black along the sides is also very "slimming".

Me too. I fancy something like this for mountain biking.

Keep them coming ladies we have some good stuff here! ;)

[salsabike]

So far, of all the jerseys shown, i like the last one of Eden's the best, because it's sort of colorful. I realize there is a giant difference between the younger generation and mine in terms of color. I like it bright; and particularly on a bike. Those muted tones do nothing for me.

I think Eden's second design and its colors are gorgeous.

[Trekhawk]

hopefully I'm allowed to post more than one.....
Here's a very clean and simple design for starters. I'll work on something a bit softer next.
(btw ttyaylor - I've always been able to open PDF files and edit them or take elements from them in Illustrator. I'm using plain old CS)

Eden - this looks so cool!
I love the bold wheels and the way the one on the back sits in the pocket.:)

[Eden]

I think Eden's second design and its colors are gorgeous.

That's my personal favorite.. I like tan and black together.

[GraysonKelly]

I love that! The morse code and estrogen diagram...I was thinking that would make a great design on a jersey. Well done!!!
Gray

[Eden]

you can see why she's a graphic designer!! amazing job -

Eden, can you try out some brighter color designs maybe- purples, reds, turquoise etc. or maybe with fairly large stylized icons for weather perhaps like you see on TV weather forecasts- the cloud, the sunshine, the showers icons, I think would be cool.. I wish I had the skills to put together stuff like you are doing!!

This contest is as much or more about concept than execution - if I have time I'll put together something with your weather concept to enter under your name :)

[Running Mommy]

I LOVE them ALL!!
We decided here at the shop that since our Sugoi jerseys arent selling we are going to just design a few different shop jerseys and carry them instead..
I think I might need to hire some of you!
WOW!!

[spindizzy]

Not an artistic molecule in my body, but I am enjoying these talented submissions!!!

[salsabike]

I like the color blending from blue into orange into tan, and the color blending on the other side of the jersey as well. I love the incorporation of the TE women figures: bike, run, swim, yoga. This one just has instant appeal to me.

[Zen]

I'm not posting mine until the last minute so no one can steal my genius :D;)
if I ever get started

Is there a deadline?

[Aggie_Ama]

TTaylor- Both of yours are good but I am really liking the first one. Jeez we have some talented women.

[Red Rock]

I am creative but have no ability to do things with the computer. This is such a cool idea. I wish we did not have to vote for one because they are great. Keep up the great work everyone!

Red Rock

[Zen]

I am creative but have no ability to do things with the computer.

Welcome to my boat.
I'm just going to do a rough sketch and photograph it.

[Selkie]

Welcome to my boat.
I'm just going to do a rough sketch and photograph it.

I can't even do that! No scanner, no digital camera.

I can't wait to see Zen's design. A pie theme?

[Selkie]

I like the colors in Eden's second design, but I don't care for the images on it (I realize they are the TE logo chicks). Just me, but I prefer more geometric designs instead of pictures.

[crazycanuck]

hey urlea, I like the back of the jersey but the front seems a bit too hard on the eyes. What about a catwalk or something up the front since your theme is around style?? Or,a cyclist incorporated into the pattern?

I'm not artistic & probably out to lunch...:o

[tantrumbean]

Am I the only female in the universe that kind of likes elastic in my jerseys?

NO!!!!

[withm]

You know, Mimi's painting would work very well - think about how the Graham Watson jerseys are done? Go Mimi!

[alpinerabbit]

Wow. I'm throwing in the towel to all the talent I'm up against.

[mayanorange]

Such great ideas everyone! I might take a whack at it if I get some time, but I think there are some excellent contenders already! (I'm a bit intimidated :o )

[Selkie]

hey urlea, I like the back of the jersey but the front seems a bit too hard on the eyes. What about a catwalk or something up the front since your theme is around style?? Or,a cyclist incorporated into the pattern?



I really love that design, urlea. The back, not as much (I'm anti High Heel), but I love the front. Just the opposite of CC. :D How about a bottle of hootch and to honor Zen, a piece of pie in the back pocket?

It would be great if someone could design something inspired by the AV jersey design. Different colors but a similar concept. Did SK do that design?

[Tokie]

Urlea, I LOVE the pumps, etc in the jersey pockets! I never wear heels, and don't style my hair at all, that's what is so cute about all that stuff. But so far, I like all of the designs. Yours is the one that makes me smile though! : ) Tokie

[Kelly728]

Gosh yall rock

Eden, I love that green one
Taylor- the Orange rocks
Urlea- My kind of jersey (the houndstooth).. I'm a girly girl.

I would fall over if someone posted something in paisley though....;)

[kfergos]

How bout one that just says

THIS IS LEGAL

on the back? I've always wanted a jersey that said that, since I get so many people telling me to "Get on the sidewalk" as they drive by.

Otherwise I love Mimi's painting and Urlea's conversion of that into a jersey, although perhaps the bike girl on the back might be good, since that's what most people will see.

My DH also came up with a slogan - Cars Suck Gas - but that might just be more inflammatory than unprotected cyclists want to risk...

[withm]

Because I agree with Withm & I didn't know if Mimi had photoshop...

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn187/RLphotoND/jersey2-1.gif

Let me know if you want it taken down Biciclista. The credit goes to you, it's a beautiful painting! :D

Oh I would so buy this jersey! Mimi you and Urlea are both geniuses!

[Grog]

LOVE the Mimi/Urlea design.

I always look for the second cyclist, but I could easily get used to this. :)

[batsheva]

LOVE the Mimi/Urlea design.

I always look for the second cyclist, but I could easily get used to this. :)


This is a FAB jersey - I would for sure buy this-- female without being girly and 'butterflies and flowers'=ish--

I also look for the second cyclist on this jersey... the front of the design is beautiful-- it would be AMAZING if the rest of the second cyclist was wrapped around on the back - still showing some shoreline, but giving a bit more interesting design on the rear - which as someone pointed out - is what most people see... perhaps not black for the pockets though - our rear ends ware what traffic behind us sees so something colourful at the bottom - even the same design as the real jersey would work a little better imho so we dont just present black shorts and black lower back as our visibility to motorists...? Even if this jersey was on sale 'as is' - I would buy it - like I said female without being girly--

excellent work ladies!

[Biciclista]

Because I agree with Withm & I didn't know if Mimi had photoshop...

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn187/RLphotoND/jersey2-1.gif

Let me know if you want it taken down Biciclista. The credit goes to you, it's a beautiful painting! :D

no, I like it!! WAY COOL! You rock, Urlea!
but yes, maybe the cyclist on the back. But I dunno!

[alpinerabbit]

How bout one that just says

THIS IS LEGAL

on the back? I've always wanted a jersey that said that, since I get so many people telling me to "Get on the sidewalk" as they drive by.

Love it.

[Aggie_Ama]

Mimi/Urlea- Now that is a design I would buy! It looks like nothing I have seen, kind of a reflection of the group of women we have.

Alpine- Don't beat yourself up over your talent. Your tri logo is really cool but seeing as how I sink not swim I would be a bit of a joke wearing such a jersey. :p

[batsheva]

it looks like we may have a winner already do you think...???

this one appeals to a variety of types of women cyclists, both the pastel wearers and the geometric 'bold' types-- and it is really different to the usual stuff and especially being a cooperative work between two 'sistahs' on here - i would be really proud to wear this one! :-)

miss susan-the-administrator - whoever you declare the 'winner' - please produce this design anyway- i think you would have a lot of takers.

... with elastic at the bottom!!!! :-)

(maybe elastic for smalls and mediums who do need it, and no-elastic for large and extra-large sizes-- is that possible at all????)

batsheva

[Urlea]

I've tried moving the painting around a little bit and I have a hard time getting the cyclist to fit on the back because of the cut of the jersey.

Same problem with the handle bars and part of the wheel for the second cyclist on the front panel. I can tilt the image a little bit which brings forward more of that, but then you end up with the face getting to close to the zipper & I'd worry about it looking warped.

If this gets chosen I'm sure the people at TE will be able to get things spaced just right for you. :)

[Trekhawk]

no, I like it!! WAY COOL! You rock, Urlea!
but yes, maybe the cyclist on the back. But I dunno!

Very cool!
I think it looks fab just the way it is. I also like the black pockets.
Clever girls.:D

[wackyjacky1]

Whatever design is chosen, I hope it'll be available in plus sizes... :o :p

[Biciclista]

those black panels under the arms that go down to the waist are on some of my jerseys and they are very slimming!

[salsabike]

Mimi/Urlea--gorgeous!

PS Sorry, admins---I DID try to keep my comments off this thread and on the other one, but was afraid the other thread was getting lost, and wanted to say how much I love the Mimi/Urlea design.

[TxDoc]

This is a FAB jersey - I would for sure buy this-- female without being girly and 'butterflies and flowers'=ish--

Agree. Superb job ladies!
:)

[Tri Girl]

Because I agree with Withm & I didn't know if Mimi had photoshop...

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn187/RLphotoND/jersey2-1.gif

Let me know if you want it taken down Biciclista. The credit goes to you, it's a beautiful painting! :D

That is one smokin' jersey! I'll buy it even if it's not the winner. I LOVE it!!!!!!

[Zen]

Mimi's painting is nice, no doubt.
But I'm not a pastel person.
I guess I'd rather see what Susan said she didn't want (if I recall correctly) and that is a TEAM jersey.

[solobiker]

I like it too. Very nice design.

[Biciclista]

my dear Zen, that is not pastels, that is a watercolor :p

I know what you mean

[luv'nAustin]

me too! ;)

[OakLeaf]

It's beautiful. I'd buy one even knowing that it'll be a rare occasion when I go out without my hi-viz yellow.

I only wonder if the image could be re-sized or moved a little bit (or at least mocked up on an inkjet print T-shirt transfer and tried on) because I'm afraid the rider's head will be right on or underneath the wearer's right breast.

[Triskeliongirl]

I just *love* the mimi/urlea jersey too. I'd buy one, and I think you should give them both the prize! I think its great the way it is, although I too would prefer the full zip jersey in the cut of the team terry jersey. I really like that it captures the spirit of TE, by our own artists for us. I also like the yellow sleeves for visiblity, and the blue matches my bike. I also like that it is feminine without being 'girly' so should have broad appeal.

[crazycanuck]

Wait wait! There are more to come...

I do like Mimi's :cool:

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I like the jersey with Mimi's painting on it best too. It's a marvelous painting. :) I also like it because it's not commercial/corporate looking. Soft yet strong.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I'm sure there are more to come and voting will be done in an anonymous poll.

I haven't read anything to indicate any voting or polling. I just assumed TE owners were going to pick the design they liked best.

[Eden]

I haven't read anything to indicate any voting or polling. I just assumed TE owners were going to pick the design they liked best.

2nd Prize "People's Choice" award will be a $50 TE Gift Certificate
- winner to be selected by a poll here on the TE forums.
- this may be the same as the 1st prize winner.

[mayanorange]

Guys- I have an idea, but can't seem to find the blank full shirt versions. Can somebody post the front/back blanks? Thanks.

[Eden]

Guys- I have an idea, but can't seem to find the blank full shirt versions. Can somebody post the front/back blanks? Thanks.

1st page of the submissions thread - about 3 posts down.

[Eden]

So far, of all the jerseys shown, i like the last one of Eden's the best, because it's sort of colorful. I realize there is a giant difference between the younger generation and mine in terms of color. I like it bright; and particularly on a bike. Those muted tones do nothing for me.

Color is probably the easiest thing to change on graphic jerseys.... takes a few clicks of a mouse button. (OK these are still a bit pastel, but you get the idea...)

[Biciclista]

Color is probably the easiest thing to change on graphic jerseys.... takes a few clicks of a mouse button. (OK these are still a bit pastel, but you get the idea...)


I CAN SEE IT NOW!

[Eden]

can't see anything Eden!

hmmm not sure why.... they aren't linked to - they are attached directly. Maybe it needs a little time to update... I've got to go (off to a ride :D) but if it isn't loading later I'll try re-attaching.

[salsabike]

can't see anything Eden!

I can see it.

[OakLeaf]

I can see it too. That is weird since it's an inline attachment hosted on TE.

[TxDoc]

I guess I'd rather see what Susan said she didn't want (if I recall correctly) and that is a TEAM jersey.

:confused:
what is wrong with a team jersey? isn't this supposed to be a team jersey? I'm confused...

[Zen]

While a design the incorporates the TE color scheme would be nice, it is certainly not a requirement.

The TE logos can be more of something that is applied to certain locations on the jersey - ie, chest or collar, sleeves, back pocket, etc -- they don't necessarily have to be a prominent part of the design.

If the design was of a traditional "team" jersey style, the logos would be very prominent (see the Team Terry jersey (http://www.terrybicycles.com/detail.html?item_no=2650&c=Apparel)).

I could be mistaken but I interpret this to mean she doesn't want one like the Team Terry jersey , just incorporating a logo and/or the name Team Estrogen.

[Crankin]

I agree that the Voler club cut woman's jersey is the best I have. Besides the Amici Veloci one, I have one made for my husband's company. If you can replicate that cut (it's very form fitting, but no elastic) and actually offer an x small, I'm in...

[shootingstar]

My brain is dried up right now to think of anything to add on the design side.

But I will chime in..definitely have no elastic at bottom. I have several jerseys with an elastic bottom, only out of necessity because I was getting desperate with limited design choices off-the rack in town for women with no elastic bottoms.

I'm a short person with a small bone frame, perfect weight and even for me, elastic bottom jerseys don't complement my frame much. On days when I eat too much, I feel as if the elastic bottom is rounding out/accentuating my bloated tummy. ..which is precisely what happens to men with cycling jerseys with their bottom elastics and their belly paunches.

And elastics around short sleeves..nope. And I have skinny arms. Very annoying when elasticized sleeves slide into 'pits.

Like Mimi, I can't see the image offered by Eden.

[shootingstar]

no, I like it!! WAY COOL! You rock, Urlea!
but yes, maybe the cyclist on the back. But I dunno!


Mimi..was that painting at the gallery showing in Vancouver? Damn...we should have bought the original. :D

I love the colour combinations ...black most definitely is helpful for slimming line. The back looks abit lonely....but meditative...much preferably than overly busy designs.

[ny biker]

+1 for no elastic. Especially on the arms. Too tight and uncomfortable, especially on long rides.

As for color, I think bright colors like orange and yellow are best, for safety reasons. Regular yellow is fine, doesn't have to be hi-vis. Blues and greens are less visible on the road, because they don't stand out as much.

[Red Rock]

Eden-that is great too!

CC- How do you like that?!

There are so many to choose from. They are all wonderful.

Red Rock

[Eden]

link to post: cc's design (http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showpost.php?p=401530&postcount=14)

That's all CC's. From the rules I consider this a concept contest, so I'm just lending a bit of technical support.

[OakLeaf]

Teamwork. Beautiful.

[Tokie]

I am an elastic lover - when I have all my stuff in my pockets, the elastic keeps the heavy pockets from drooping and bouncing on my butt. However, how hard would it be to add elastic to the bottom (on your own) of a non - elasticized jersey (Irulan, professional seamstress?) tokie

[Zen]

I'll have something ready by Thursday.
Very rough, but ready.

[crazycanuck]

Thank you eden!!! :D I might make some little changes but i like the theme so far!!

[hilldweller]

Ooooh I like the round the world one, it's even got Dunedin on it :D

Lots of clever talented people on this site :)

[crazycanuck]

Hilld..I wanted an international themed jersey and ensured Australia & NZ were included :D

[Urlea]

Nicely executed Eden! Really like how you framed it in with the gear.

Good idea CC. :D

[fidlfreek]

Tokie I agree, I like the elastic! But only if its the grippy kind that keeps the jersey from riding up.

I also just got a Giadona *spelling?* jersey that has elastic ONLY on the back. Its HOT.

Also, Eden, what do you think about the pins in the map being pink? seeing how it is TE...

[Eden]

Tokie I agree, I like the elastic! But only if its the grippy kind that keeps the jersey from riding up.

I also just got a Giadona *spelling?* jersey that has elastic ONLY on the back. Its HOT.

Also, Eden, what do you think about the pins in the map being pink? seeing how it is TE...

It's up to CC - I'm just the technician ;)

[crazycanuck]

Hmmm..I'm not a big fan of pink stuff. What's wrong with red?

[Bruno28]

I wanted an international themed jersey and ensured Australia & NZ were included :D

Ahem...Just one word - Scotland.

[crazycanuck]

Umm Eden..can we pin Scotland..oops..

I was feverishly trying to remember all the countries we have TE ladies & missed Ecosse...:o Sowwy Bruno..

I just a had a brainwave...If someone wants a hi vis jersey, all you need to do is put some hi vis stuff on the pin heads... I've done that on my FatCyclist jersey...

[batsheva]

Mimi..was that painting at the gallery showing in Vancouver? Damn...we should have bought the original. :D



I presumed this painting Mimi painted herself and therefore has the copyright to?? Or is it painted by someone else at the gallery??

bat

[Aggie_Ama]

CC- You have forgotten our Cali and Oregon/Washington gals but I love the concept. Move El Paso to Austin. :p:D

[Eden]

That is Mimi's work. There was a gallery show of all bike art up in Vancouver - sponsored I believe by Momentum magazine. I'm not sure if it was that particular painting, but Mimi was invited to display one of her watercolors there.

[Biciclista]

That is Mimi's work. There was a gallery show of all bike art up in Vancouver - sponsored I believe by Momentum magazine. I'm not sure if it was that particular painting, but Mimi was invited to display one of her watercolors there.

Yes, this was one of the paintings I showed in Vancouver. And it is still for sale!

[Biciclista]

I figured that red pin over near Washington/ Vancouver BC represented the Washington/Western Canada gals anyway.

That's a cool idea. I can see it just fine now. That was very odd.

[wackyjacky1]

Move El Paso to Austin. :p:D
Or better yet...San Antonio. :D

I like it!

I mentioned this in the submission thread, but it belongs here, I guess: I hope the winning jersey will be available in a plus size.

[HillSlugger]

What about the Mid-Atlantic gals? Where's the love?

PS I see no need for pink!

[Susan Otcenas]

We'd love to see lots more ideas!! I get the sense that some of you are holding off because you already like what you've seen, or because you are concerned about your design skills, or intimidated by the amazing talent here on the boards. Remember, we want concepts as well, even if they are rough - we can always hire a graphic artist to flesh out an idea, if needed. So submit your ideas!! We'd love to see them.

Thanks so much to all of you who have submitted already. We are so impressed by all the creative ideas. This will be a VERY tough decision making process!

Susan

[TxDoc]

I could be mistaken but I interpret this to mean she doesn't want one like the Team Terry jersey , just incorporating a logo and/or the name Team Estrogen.

Ah! I get it now... sometimes I'm kinda slow ;)

[mayanorange]

We'd love to see lots more ideas!!

I spent like 5 hrs trying to bend photoshop to my will last night and I think I finally got it enough to get the concept across... I should have just hand drawn it! Tho now, I might fiddle with slight variations on my theme. Hoping to have them up by the end of the week.

[beccaB]

do we get to vote?There are some very creative people out there. I am impressed!

[administrator]

Yes - we'll close the contest to new submissions here in a couple of weeks and then put together a poll where everyone can vote on their favorite concept / design.

[Tuckervill]

I LOVE CC's version (and the watercolor one, too). Where CC's has "just rolling along" it might be more "Earth" friendly to use the word spin or spinning (although it may make people think of spin classes), or turn or turning. That's just my comment--no criticism intended.

Karen

[Bluetree]

I think Lisa (BSG) needs her own jersey. :D

http://i560.photobucket.com/albums/ss44/bluetree_photo/BSGjersey.jpg

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Oh thanks a bunch!- I almost spit my coffee all over my keyboard!
-I love it!

I'll take three of those.

:D :D :D :D :D

[Urlea]

Okay, now that I've seen BSG's avitar I understand. Was very confused there for a moment.

:D

TY Admin for cleaning up the submissions thread. Much easier to navigate now.

[wackyjacky1]

I think Lisa (BSG) needs her own jersey. :D

Brilliant! I am literally laughing out loud here at my desk. :D :D :D

[uforgot]

Only if they come with clip-on antenna for the helmet.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Hey, it fits great! And no pesky hem elastic either! :D :D
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1120/3266977943_27eb406bc1.jpg

[Duck on Wheels]

CC's should come with map-pin buttons you can sew on for yourself and your TE friends. :)

I'm still partial to Mimi's painting, but there are several there I'd buy if they were available, especially CC&Eden's.

[Biciclista]

wow, That's incredible, Bleek, how come you got YOURS so fast?

[Aggie_Ama]

Girls I needed the BSG suggestion! Thank you for making me choke on the fruit I am eating. :p

[OakLeaf]

:D:D:D:p

[Zen]

I think Lisa (BSG) needs her own jersey. :D


That's hilarious :D

[Aggie_Ama]

Ttaylor- The one with the woman symbol might work better in wear if the symbol were on the back? I am so busty I cannot imagine how that big of a graphic would work but then again I have already admitted to hating graphic design so you may ignore me. I like the "go green" concepts, very current.

[Biciclista]

Ttaylor- The one with the woman symbol might work better in wear if the symbol were on the back? I am so busty I cannot imagine how that big of a graphic would work but then again I have already admitted to hating graphic design so you may ignore me. I like the "go green" concepts, very current.

I was concerned about the circle distortion too.

[Zen]

Big graphic design fan here.
I guess you know what to expect from me :rolleyes:

[Tri Girl]

I really like the green jerseys. They are very eye-catching.

[crazycanuck]

Instead of "Just rolling along" how about " spin those wheels!" ???

[Ana]

So apparently the computer I have access to that has Adobe Photoshop is not powerful enough to run it...plus I am extremely unfamiliar with it :p

I might have to submit a scribbled on piece of paper (eeek :p)--please don't shun it!

[ttaylor508]

Ttaylor- The one with the woman symbol might work better in wear if the symbol were on the back? I am so busty I cannot imagine how that big of a graphic would work but then again I have already admitted to hating graphic design so you may ignore me. I like the "go green" concepts, very current.

I have just the opposite problem, I am always trying to attract attention up there being a solid size "A". I was thinking that Bleek's jersey would work well for me.


Ana, you might try allocating a bit more memory to Photoshop and see if it will run.

[Urlea]

Ttaylor- I have the same problem & had the same thoughts about Bleek's jersey. As to the jersey you designed the symbol was something I thought of trying to incorporate too, but wasn't sure how to do it. I like what you did with that. :)

Looking at Velow's design: I think that would print up very nicely. It's close conceptually to Ttaylor's, but the color blocking and other logo placement make it feel more balanced to me.

Keep up the good work ladies!! Great submissions thus far. :D

[Zen]

I might have to submit a scribbled on piece of paper (eeek :p)--please don't shun it!

That's what i'm doing.
Don't sweat it.

ETA- I guess I'm out, , something too similar has already been submitted :(

[Urlea]

Did you ladies need a Jpg of the blank jersey to print off and "scribble" in?

[Becky]

Urlea, I love them both! That petal design is so unique!

[Aggie_Ama]

Zen- put in yours. There have been a couple similar. I want to see yours!

Urlea- I *really* like the petal design. I am not sure it is too dark though for many but the design is really cool.

[Thorn]

Urlea- I *really* like the petal design. I am not sure it is too dark though for many but the design is really cool.

+1 That is really, really neat, but I have a tendency to avoid jeseys with too much black (I want to be seen). Can it be made brighter without losing its uniqueness?

So, is Susan going to need to start a TE jersey line? So far I've seen more jerseys I'm willing to buy in the submissions than I've seen on line for eons.

[Biciclista]

Zen- put in yours. There have been a couple similar. I want to see yours!
.

I agree.

[Becky]

+1 That is really, really neat, but I have a tendency to avoid jeseys with too much black (I want to be seen). Can it be made brighter without losing its uniqueness?

So, is Susan going to need to start a TE jersey line? So far I've seen more jerseys I'm willing to buy in the submissions than I've seen on line for eons.

Ditto what Thorn said, on all accounts. The last thing I need are more jerseys, but there are so many good ideas in the submissions thread!

[Resi]

Ladies, its time to put your thinking caps on and get creative!

It has been a couple of years since we produced a TE-branded cycling jersey and we'd like to come up with something very creative with a high "WOW" factor, but we haven't come up with anything ourselves that we absolutely love.

So... we're going to have a design contest!

We recognize that not everyone has the skills to create vector artwork suitable for use as final art, so what we're looking for is something more along the lines of a concept sketch that we can then take to the designers at our jersey manufacturer to be cleaned up and turned into final art.

1st Prize will be your very own 2009 TE Jersey + $50 TE Gift Certificate
- winner to be selected by TE
- (note: final jersey design may not make use of the winning design. If no jersey is produced before July 2009, winner will receive a $125 TE Gift Certificate)


2nd Prize "People's Choice" award will be a $50 TE Gift Certificate
- winner to be selected by a poll here on the TE forums.
- this may be the same as the 1st prize winner.


We'll let it run at least 2 weeks but possibly through the end of February depending on how much activity there is surrounding the contest.

I'll put a link up tomorrow to a page where TE logos and color swatches can be downloaded.

We're looking forward to seeing what the amazing gals of the TE forums come up with! :D

I just love it, great idea.
Some time ago I posted, why TE doesn't have theyr one team kit or jersey/shorts. The reaction of some members on this discussion forum for my loud thought, was not very positive... Soooo, I guess I was right... I see fantastic creations, love some of the bright colors and design.
Are we vote for the best jersey's or are you guy's doing this?
A way to go TE... have recommended your website to many bikers.

You take care, happy business and be careful on the road

Resi

[Susan Otcenas]

Ditto what Thorn said, on all accounts. The last thing I need are more jerseys, but there are so many good ideas in the submissions thread!

Jeff & I couldn't agree more. I suspect we'll end up with more than one, which means that we may be able to have more than one fit - one with no elastic and another full-zip with bottom elastic. We'll see. It's too early to decide, but I'm sending out for fit kits from several manufacturers so we can get the best possible fit to compliment these beautiful designs.

I'll keep you all posted.

Keep 'em coming!

Susan

[Duck on Wheels]

Some ladies were saying they only wear screaming yellow jerseys. Well, that petal design could be done up in yellow instead of shades of grey, like wild sunflowers:
http://i.pbase.com/o6/39/777239/1/81020201.6hQXX8Qn.AZWilliamsWildSunflowers.jpg

And I'm glad to see that we may be allowed multiple winners. :D

[OakLeaf]

I had the same thought. I would so wear that. But the link doesn't work (access forbidden).

Zen, let's see yours!

[hilldweller]

Absolute LOVE that one Urlea:D Would buy it in a flash!

[Duck on Wheels]

I had the same thought. I would so wear that. But the link doesn't work (access forbidden).

Zen, let's see yours!

That's odd. Works for me. Maybe the pic is from some kind of nature preserve and they're afraid of cross-pollination from your avatar. ;)

And yes, Zen. Show us yours. :)

[Susan Otcenas]

Duck on Wheels, I couldn't see the link either. Access Forbidden.

[Zen]

I wasn't allowed access either :confused:

[wackyjacky1]

"She loves hills. She loves them not." Awesome! :D :)

[jobob]

Wow, choosing is going to be difficult - so many wonderful designs. :cool:

[jobob]

"She loves hills. She loves them not." Awesome! :D :)

That one's really clever! Me like too!

[Aggie_Ama]

On the petal one- what about putting on a grassy green or sunflower yellow? Would it totally kill your vision? I really like it, feminine but not completely gag-me girly.

[Urlea]

Thanks for the compliments/input ladies! :D I can try a brighter color (last time I tried it wasn't quite working for me), but we'll see how a second try at it goes.

I probably wouldn't change the flower type to a sunflower though just because the "she loves me", "she loves me not" concept is typically done with a daisy and that's what I was going for with the "she loves hills, she loves them not".

Good to use one of my photos from Japan though. :) Glad you ladies liked where my mind went with it in the form of a Jersey.

Those of you who submitted drawings, you may not have photoshop but your concepts really appeal to me & you did an awesome job sketching out your ideas.

Ana, I uploaded your design in a format that was viewable on that thread. I hope that's okay. Great idea with the t in es"t"rogen being the symbol!

[Ana]

How did you do it? :)

[Urlea]

How did you do it? :)

I saved your file and uploaded it to my image host. It's free so I figured I might as well do it.

[salsabike]

TTaylor, I like yours.

[Zen]

Still working on it...get your sunglasses ready for tomorrow :p

[uforgot]

Still working on it...get your sunglasses ready for tomorrow :p

Promises, promises...

[Grog]

Urlea, you could try to make the daisy some sort of a bright red? Common daisy colour, and all-around gorgeous. :)

(Not sure about the background colour though.)

[lph]

On the petal one- what about putting on a grassy green or sunflower yellow? Would it totally kill your vision? I really like it, feminine but not completely gag-me girly.

I love this one too. I know the colours aren't hi-viz, but they really appeal to me. Heck, I'd wear this to work!

I also like ttaylor's eye-catching green-to-red design, love the bike parts, but I'd like the "She Rides" graphic blended into the background more or tweaked a little. Centered, mayb?

[Duck on Wheels]

I wasn't allowed access either :confused:

Hm? I wonder if NSA is somehow involved, shutting out web sites like they do in China ...? So I can see it from here in Norway, but nobody in the US can ..? :confused:

Anyhoo, if you google for images of wild sunflowers, it's the first one on the list. Or, just look at Oak Leaf's avatar. The one I googled is a photo with focus-fading and thus a bit more similar to Urlea's greytone (now also greentone) jersey design, but Oak Leaf's avatar does show that flowers at least very similar to the ones in the design do come in bright yellow. I get Urlea's point about daisies rather than sunflowers, but daisies aren't grey or green either. They do come white with bright yellow centers, so why not white with yellow centers and yellow background? Or just go with yellow because who cares about representational art anyway? ;)

and now, here's that picture:

[Jo-n-NY]

My Amici Veloci jersey is my favorite because of the fit, but mainly of the design and colors. When I say ttaylor's jersey that is what I thought of first. I really like it. I love the saying in the back also.

I also like Urlea's jersey because of the petal idea.

Although I did not post before, every day I say a jersey that I thought was great. The choices are getting harder & harder to end up picking just one.

~ JoAnn

[Aggie_Ama]

Urlea- I like the green, very calm. It is very hard to make it bright enough and still pretty. I am very fond of the design.

Grog- I am picturing a red Gerbera daisy- that would look really pretty but I don't think lends itself to Urlea's design with the words in the petals?

[OakLeaf]

Mine are black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia). But the center part of Urlea's flowers does look more like sunflowers or black-eyed Susans than daisies (?)

Anyway I like the design and I think people will get the idea even if the flower species isn't exactly right. ;)

[Ha(m)mer]

I would like to say that all of the design ideas are just gorgeous.

ttaylor- I was also thinking of the woman logo... but I thought of doing it with a chain ring. I'm not going to, because you did. Good idea though! I like the color and your layout on the jersey.

Biciclista - I love that painting!! Watercolor is beautiful.

The estrogen chemical chain is so clever.

Eden - the around the world concept is cool too.

I don't have a critique of any of them.

I am working on an image. So, hopefully this will stay open until the end of february. I hope to have something ready by the end of this coming weekend. I only have access to illustrator at work. I do have photoshop at home. It'll be a sketched idea, but probably not perfected.

oooh, this is so fun. I love having something to think about and work on for my own amusement at least! Gotta love a good project.

[Biciclista]

Oooooooooooooo Ttaylor!

[TrekTheKaty]

Leaning towards TTaylor designs--"she rides" in bright colors with black trim is my fav so far.

Also like the world traveller..........

I don't like elastic, but learned from this board to use a thread ripper and take to a tailor to sew a hem.

[hilldweller]

Ooooo.... like 'she loves hills...' in the green version too! Such a cool design :)

[ttaylor508]

Zen -- I like the pink and orange colors together!

[wackyjacky1]

Zen -- I like the pink and orange colors together!
+1
That color combo is rockin' my world. :cool:

[Biciclista]

Zen -- I like the pink and orange colors together!

well, me too. With the turquoise side panels.

[Aggie_Ama]

I like the pink!! I have a pink helmet and while often I get on the "no pepto pink" bus I also love bright pinks. My favorite jersey after my Amici Veloci is a BRIGHT PINK Primal Wear with flames so I like it!

[Zen]

well, me too. With the turquoise side panels.

it was supposed to be green :o

[Selkie]

Please, no flowers!

My favorites so far are TTaylor's "she rides" and Zen's design. I also liked the one that Bat did w/the Estrogen on it.

[Duck on Wheels]

I like those "sherbet" colours, Zen :p

[mayanorange]

Urlea- I like the green 'she loves hills' a lot... it's really fresh and I'd wear it to work if it was a normal tee...

Zen- I like how you have the swirl below boob level on the front- I think that'd be much more flattering

Mine's coming along nicely- I'm hoping to get it done this weekend, then you guys can help adjust colors and layout if need be!

[jobob]

I really like they way ttaylor, velowoman and Zen used the bold TE "swirly e" logos. Simple, yet striking. And the off-center placement works very well.

[SadieKate]

This is hands-down the nicest most flattering jersey I own.


Me too. And boo, I lost weight (which is good) and would love a size smaller. I love the look and feel so much I might have the dang thing tailored. ;)Aw, shucks, thanks.

I've been waiting to read this thread in its entirety so I wouldn't forget the early submissions (CRS syndrome, ya know?), so I just found your comments. Thanks, guys. :o

[jobob]

I wish jersey manufacturers would take note of the submissions thread - the designs are excellent, so much nicer than many of the frou-frou dreck designs coming out these days. :p

[SadieKate]

I was just thinking the same thing!

I guess it was only the "Submission" thread I should have been avoiding due to that "CRS" thing. There's some good stuff on there. I love the bright clear colors with sharp delineation - makes it so easy to comprehend design, words, logos, etc. But that said, the petals with "she loves hill" is pretty darn funny. We need one for rocks.:p

[Susan Otcenas]

Based on your feedback on the fit of the Amici Veloce jerseys, I've ordered an entire fit kit of several Voler women's cuts to pass around the office for try on and opinions. (SadieKate, do you remember the name of the cut you went with?) The thing I like about Voler is that their women's jerseys run up to XXXL.

I'm ordering fit kits from several other vendors as well, for comparison.

Susan

[jobob]

I'm not SK but I'm pretty sure it was the Voler club cut.

Another great thing about the Amici Veloci jersey is the color. That bold red is highly visible over vast distances (I should know since I'm usually waaay off the back - and looking ahead I see teeny-tiny flashes of red :p)

While in everyday clothes I lean more towards the subtle/muted colors - and some of the color combos of the jerseys submitted are very tasteful and pleasing indeed!! - I personally think visibility on the road is of utmost importance.

The AV jersey shows that hi-viz need not necessarily mean screaming yellow, but bold graphics and strong/clear/contrasting colors do seem to be better for on the road visibility.

Just my two cents. :cool:

[snapdragen]

We did both cuts with Voler -- club or race. :)

[SadieKate]

Voler - HUGE range of sizes and style choices. Best armwarmers on the planet. :) I've heard some positive feedback on their shorts but haven't tried them yet. Unfortunately, their vest and jackets are only unisex (which I hate as a term; it's a men's cut).

First, we chose the SQ Pro fabric which is their "team" fabric and a bit more expensive, silky and luxurious compared to the Aries Micro Plus which is commonly used for "event" jerseys (I've got MS150 and the Little Red Riding Hood jerseys in the Aries Micro Plus).

2nd, we chose set-in sleeves. While loads of people love raglan, those with large shoulders and large busts get a better fit with set-in and the sleeve style had to be universal. My knitting design books even talk about not putting large busted women in raglan sleeves. Since the TE crowd is a wider mix of body types compared to a race team, it seemed a reasonable choice.

3rd, 3/4 length zipper was also a universal decision but we could have gone with full length. Either is great for those of us who wear bibs or overheat, and for the guys (have you seen how many guys like the Velo Bella jerseys and the "Ride Like a Girl" socks)?

Because this was a full custom jersey order, we did have flexibility with the cut. Everyone was able to pick whether they wanted a "race cut" or a "club cut." Race cut means slightly tighter, slightly shorter (have to keep the sponsor logos across the butt on your shorts visible), and have elastic. Club cut means a slightly more relaxed fit and better for an hour glass or hippy figure, and no hem elastic.

A couple of extra notes about Voler, you can put a "secret" message inside the collar. I'm in the club cut jersey in these photos. You can also see the inside of the collar (credits to Veronica's creativity).
http://s22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/SadieKate/Amici%20Veloci%20jersey/

Last, because Voler has their retail line (velowear.com) and the team wanted a red jersey, I picked a red that matched their standard armwarmers. When we first ordered we weren't sure if we could get enough people to buy armwarmers to get custom, so choosing a color that would coordinate with a standard color from their retail line seemed a good option. Fortunately, it was a great color red. I'm just mentioning this because I'm not sure how extensive your project is. I love having matching armwarmers. It's like having a longsleeve jersey without the expense and better temp-management options during the ride. If you wanted, you could stock plain warmers in a matching color.

The sleeveless jerseys in this photo are race cut (though I've removed the elastic from mine and Jo hasn't - we're on the far right). The rest I think are club cut. I wish I looked as good as aka_kim(far left) in mine. :)

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c1/tasdan/Rides/LRRH/LRRH103.jpg

[CycleTherapy]

Didn't have a picture of my AV jersey but for those wondering about the design....here's the jacket. The AV jersey's fit, material & design is by far my most favorite jersey. It gets a lot of comments.

[katluvr]

WOW!
I checked out the submissions--so when is the deadline? When will we know?
And will there also be a sleeveless version. I live in Florida and almost never wear sleeves.

I like a LOT of them. So it will be interesting to see what is choosen!

[jobob]

The sleeveless jerseys in this photo are race cut (though I've removed the elastic from mine and Jo hasn't* - we're on the far right).


*As evidenced by the fact that my jersey had crept up over my fat hips, bleah! :p

But happily, Voler nowadays makes sleeveless women's jerseys in club cut (no elastic, more relaxed fit)

[Biciclista]

*As evidenced by the fact that my jersey had crept up over my fat hips, bleah! :p



Give me a break, you do NOT have fat hips. you had a jersey that did not fit right.

[Ana]

*As evidenced by the fact that my jersey had crept up over my fat hips, bleah! :p

But happily, Voler nowadays makes sleeveless women's jerseys in club cut (no elastic, more relaxed fit)

Jersey creep-up if there's elastic means it's too short or you're shapely (or both!) :p :D

My hips are 37/38" and my waist is about 29" and my jerseys still creep up if the elastic is a little too tight and it is a bit short (I have a long torso) :) I suspect this is why some of us think that elastic is evil!

[Selkie]

I hope Velogirl chimes in because she has her jerseys made by Voler, too. These are similar to the AV jerseys in fit (club cut) but they are full zip. With the AV jerseys, my Velogirls jerseys are my favorites. It's a treat to wear them, so I have them for my long or "special" rides.

Who did the AV design? Whoever came up w/that design really should submit something (hinthint)---unless they already have and I haven't gotten to that thread yet.

[SadieKate]

Ha-ha! My life is not my own at the moment so creativity is hard to come by. Thanks for the compliment. :D

[tctrek]

Wow! There are so many cute ideas. I don't have a creative bone in my body, but I love, love, love the one by ttaylor508 that has the neon yellow, green and orange with the big gear graphic. I ride on busy roads where I want to be seen and the brighter, neon colors help me to stick out.

Also, no elastic and 3/4 zipper are my preferences. My elastic bottom jerseys all bunch up on my backside :o ...lovely.

Can't wait to see the winner!

[batsheva]

Wow! There are so many cute ideas. I don't have a creative bone in my body, but I love, love, love the one by ttaylor508 that has the neon yellow, green and orange with the big gear graphic. I ride on busy roads where I want to be seen and the brighter, neon colors help me to stick out.

Can't wait to see the winner!

I love this red gold and green jersey also with the big gear graphic- however the "she rides" I fear would get comments of an unwanted nature from passing motorists!!

I think the design stands by itself and does not need an words written on the upper back section where it currently says "she rides". The deisgn is strong enough that that is just an unwanted distraction for me. If those words were removed, I would be first in line to buy this jersey in both sleeved and sleeveless I think.

With elastic :-) doesnt have to have tight elastic - just enough so it doesnt hang lifelessly at the bottom

Amazing design ttaylor508! Fab colours--

batsheva

[Selkie]

Bat - you make a good point. I think the "she rides" doesn't enhance the design. Since I ride alone, I'd prefer not to be so easily identified as a female.

[tctrek]

Yep - I would agree with the "She Rides:... I didn't really think about it when I was first admiring the colors and the big graphic of the gears. I always ride with my DH and that sort of stuff doesn't cross my mind, although all of us should always remember that there are crazies out there that we don't want to focus on the fact that it's a woman on a bike. Great Point!

[Duck on Wheels]

How about "One less car" instead ...? Might have a positive effect on drivers' consideration.

[ny biker]

I'm pretty sure people can tell I'm female whether the word "she" is on my jersey or not. And, at least around here, people are far more likely to try to run me off the road than make sexist comments.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I'm pretty sure people can tell I'm female whether the word "she" is on my jersey or not.

Tell me about it. With my figure and my hips, there is no way I could ever possibly pass for a male cyclist! :cool: :D

[HillSlugger]

mayanorange, I like your design.

[OakLeaf]

Good grief, we have to choose?

[shootingstar]

In short-listing designs, I probably would not choose a design that had similarities with an existing jersey design.

Sorry, this is design competition and hence, focus must be truly original in composition, colour in relation to fit /general shape of the jersey itself. It would help that that design did make a cyclist visible to some extent from a few blocks away at least.

Meaning..I wouldn't wear a black jersey.. :rolleyes:

[jobob]

mayanorage, that's really clever how you incorporated the TE logos into the bike !

[mayanorange]

Thanks, I like playing with things like that- turning them into something else. I'm working on one where the girl on bike is more prominent. I could do one with a plain TE logo bike too, but I thought it needed a rider.

[Selkie]

I'm pretty sure people can tell I'm female whether the word "she" is on my jersey or not. And, at least around here, people are far more likely to try to run me off the road than make sexist comments.

Most of my ride are before work (in the dark) so .... LOL. Safety is a concern for me.

[wackyjacky1]

Ham(m)er's "yesterday/today" design is cool! I'm anxious to see what she does with the back of the jersey. What a great idea. :)

There are some amazing submissions. I think I like them all!

[SadieKate]

How about "One less car" instead ...? Might have a positive effect on drivers' consideration.Is this jersey only intended for roadies or to make political statements? I hope this jersey doesn't become a political billboard. I'd like to see something that just makes you smile. Several of these designs fit the ticket.

If I have to, I advocate for cyclists, not against cars.

[Thorn]

Ham(m)er's "yesterday/today" design is cool! I'm anxious to see what she does with the back of the jersey. What a great idea. :)

I really like the concept of that jersey--where we've been and where we're going. Very nice. Very original.

But, I'm not convinced of the implementation. I'm not artistic, but I wonder if you did yesterday on the front and today on the back (or vice versa) instead of trying to squeeze them both on the same side? And/Or maybe change the style more than just black/white--do yesterday ala' Retro Image and do today in a modern style? Hey, I said I had no concept of art...

Oh, and, mayanorange--I keep logging in looking for Version 2. I can't imagine you'll top version 1, but I keep looking...

[withm]

one less car has been taken.


http://onelesscar.org/