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HOW TO LABEL SPORTS EQUIPMENT: BEST MATERIALS AND MORE

BY JOJO MRGICH

AUGUST 4, 2022

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HOW TO LABEL SPORTS EQUIPMENT

When labeling sports equipment, durability and adhesion are the most important
factors to consider. In other words, will this label stay on and still be easy
to read even when it gets a lot of rough use? To effectively label sports
equipment you should:

1. Pick the best material for the item/use
2. Choose a label size that fits the equipment
3. Personalize the design of your sports labels
4. Print your labels or have them printed
5. Prep equipment surface and apply the labels

This article will explore each of these steps along with answers to some FAQs
that will help you create sports labels that are in a league of their own.

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WHAT DO I NEED TO CREATE MY OWN SPORTS LABELS?

You can start designing sports equipment labels right now with Avery Design and
Print Online (ADPO). In fact, all you need is a free Avery account and a couple
things you likely have on hand. Namely a computer, laptop, or smart device and
an internet connection.

Of course, if you’re going to print the labels yourself you’ll also need a laser
or inkjet printer and compatible printable products. Otherwise, we can print
sports equipment labels for you through our WePrint® service. Indeed, WePrint
orders are printed on industry-leading digital printers and ship in as few as
three business days.

Vinyl and waterproof labels are ideal for outdoor equipment and items that might
get damp from sweat.

HOW CAN I PUT MY NAME ON A HELMET?

The best way to put your name on a helmet is with a conformable vinyl sticker
like the kind made for hard hats. “Conformable” is super important because that
means that the sticker material is able to wrap around curves— especially
spherical curves. Think of the curve of a bowling ball (sphere shaped) versus
the curve of a tube (cylinder shaped).

But conformability isn’t the only thing to look for when you need to label a
helmet. Helmets typically have a lot of wear and tear and are out in the sun for
long periods of time. Sports equipment labels for helmets also have to be
waterproof in case of rain, and so you can wipe them down from time to time. Not
to mention if you put your name inside the helmet, the sticker will need to hold
up to sweat.

Luckily, we make our hard hat stickers with durable conformable vinyl and strong
permanent adhesive. We engineered them to be extremely durable, waterproof,
resistant to UV rays, and chemical resistant (so you can clean them). The best
part is that you can print them on any standard laser printer and the ink will
also be waterproof and resist smearing!

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1) PICK THE BEST MATERIAL FOR THE ITEM/USE

In many cases, choosing a label material can simply be a matter of preference.
However, as illustrated above, some sports labels have more specific
requirements. First and foremost you’ll need labels made of durable materials.
For example, film or vinyl versus paper. You’ll also need to decide whether you
need waterproof or water-resistant sports equipment labels.

Watch our video to learn the difference between waterproof and water-resistant
labels.

BREAKDOWN OF BEST AVERY LABELS FOR DIFFERENT SPORTS EQUIPMENT

Vinyl labels are ideal for creating sports equipment labels that will be used
mostly outdoors. For instance, on equipment for football, cheerleading, soccer,
lacrosse, baseball, and tennis.

Waterproof labels should be used on any sports equipment that may be submerged
in water and/or get very wet or sweaty. Water bottles and equipment that’s close
to the body like shoulder pads, shin guards, and baseball gloves are all great
examples.

UltraDuty® GHS labels are recommended for water sports equipment labels. For
example, swim team, water polo, or rowing. Why? Because we designed UltraDuty
labels to be chemical resistant and used in extreme marine conditions. As a
result they can handle many hours of water sports.

Self-laminating labels are paper labels with a clear protective self-adhesive
cover. They’re water-resistant and durable so they stand up to wear and tear.
Self-laminated equipment labels are ideal for indoor sports such volleyball,
basketball, and gymnastics.

Durable removable labels are great for borrowed or shared equipment. We make
them from durable polyester film that’s water-resistant so it can easily be
wiped down when needed. However, the adhesive is what is so special. It sticks
securely, yet removes cleanly from recommended surfaces with no residue or
damage.

No-iron fabric labels are perfect for labeling jerseys, uniforms, inside shoes,
cloth bags, undergarments, padding and more. They’re laundry safe and all you do
is peel and apply so there’s no damage to polyester or wool uniforms.

ID all your sports equipment with labels that range from durable vinyl and
self-laminating to no-iron fabric labels for uniforms and shoes.

2) CHOOSE A LABEL SIZE THAT FITS THE EQUIPMENT

First inspect your equipment and decide where to place the label. You’ll want to
make sure it’s a smooth surface that doesn’t interfere with performance. Then,
measure the available space to determine the right size. We even have a helpful
guide that walks you through how to choose the correct label size in greater
detail.

Once you determine the size you need for your sports equipment labels you can
shop in-store label packs or blank labels by the sheet. Both routes make it easy
to find the right printable Avery label for your equipment. In-store packs can
be filtered by label size and shape using the filters on the left hand side of
the screen on desktop, or the filter button on mobile. Or, use the blank labels
page to choose sheet labels by shape and size. You can even enter custom sizes
at no extra charge.

GET CUSTOM-SHAPED SPORTS TEAM DECALS & STICKERS

You can also create vinyl die-cut sports stickers in custom shapes and sizes
with our custom printing service. As a matter of fact, if you already have a
team logo you can create custom sports team stickers and decals in a matter of
minutes.

First, upload your logo or design, next, enter your sticker size. Then pick
matte or glossy vinyl. Finally, choose the quantity you want, add to your cart
and you’re done! The best part is that there’s no minimum. Order one sticker or
thousands.

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Create custom sports equipment labels to ID personal items or equipment for
teams and schools.

3) PERSONALIZE THE DESIGN OF YOUR SPORTS LABELS

Avery Design and Print Online makes it easy to design your own sports equipment
labels using blank or predesigned templates. You can find templates for Avery
products in three ways. The first way is to use our template finder page and
search by product number, or browse by the product category.

The second way to start your sports labels is to go to the product page on the
Avery website. Click the template link underneath the product feature list, then
click the big red “Start Designing” button. If you’re not logged in, you’ll be
prompted to do so or sign up for a free Avery account. If you’re already logged
in, you’ll go straight to a wide variety of predesigned templates to modify and
a blank template to design from scratch.

Thirdly, open ADPO and enter your product number in the search bar. If you don’t
have your product number handy we can help! We have a template support page and
our excellent Customer Care team is always happy to assist by chat or by phone
at (800) 942-8379 during regular business hours.

AVERY DESIGN TOOLS FOR CUSTOMIZING LABELS

Once you’ve opened your template, you’ll see the ADPO editing screen with
standard image editing tools in the left-side menu. If you are using a
predesigned template, editing text is probably the tool you’ll use the most.
However, you can also add images, colors, and shapes too. To make changes to
existing elements, simply click the element. Then you’ll be able to edit, move,
or delete it. If you’re creating sports equipment labels for a whole team, you
can also import your list to personalize individual labels. Check out our Mail
Merge/Data Import video for a full walkthrough.

4) PRINT YOUR LABELS OR HAVE THEM PRINTED

Once your sports label designs are complete, it’s time to print them. To begin,
it’s important that you double check the type of printer that you have and make
sure that you’re using labels that are compatible. You can read more about
choosing the right printer and labels, but in a nutshell you should always use
only laser labels for laser printers and inkjet labels for inkjet printers.
Unless the labels are clearly marked laser/inkjet, which means that they are
compatible with both.

When printing labels yourself we have two basic tips to make your project a
success. Firstly, always print a test sheet on regular paper so that you double
check the alignment and make sure you’re happy with the design. Secondly, change
your printer setting to “labels” or “cardstock” so that the printer “knows” that
the sheets will be thicker than regular paper. For more printing help, check out
our printing tips video, or troubleshoot printing issues using the Avery Help
Center.

You can also have us print them for you through our WePrint service. With
WePrint your sports equipment labels are printed on industry-leading digital
printers and ship in as few as three business days. Custom printing is a great
option for projects with saturated color images or high quantities.

5) PREP EQUIPMENT SURFACE AND APPLY THE LABELS

It’s a common misconception that labels and stickers can just be slapped on any
object, at any time. Of course, some generic labels simply don’t stick very
well. However, the majority of the time when an Avery label won’t stay on it’s
because there was dirt, dust, grease, oil, or some other residue getting in the
way.

To make sure your sports equipment labels stay on, start by using a damp cloth
to wipe away any obvious dirt or grime. Next, use a lint-free cloth to wipe the
surface with isopropyl alcohol (the regular kind in your medicine cabinet is
fine). Lastly, let the surface air dry or gently dab it with a lint-free cloth
to dry. Once your equipment surface is clean, smooth on the label starting from
center and firmly press down all the edges.

CREATING SPORTS EQUIPMENT LABELS FOR YOUR GEAR

In summary, effectively labeling your sports equipment requires 5 steps. First
pick a material that’s durable enough for the sport. Second, choose a label size
to fit the equipment. Third, personalize the design. Fourth, print the labels or
have them printed for you. Fifth, clean the surface and press down the labels
firmly.

You can easily accomplish these 5 steps using Avery labels, tools, and
templates. Firstly, our label material selection includes durable film and vinyl
options that stand up to a variety of challenges such as rough use and exposure
to water and sun. Secondly, our free online design software and predesigned
templates give you a leg up on personalizing sports ID labels.

The best part is that you don’t need much to get started designing, just a free
Avery account, a smart device, and an internet connection. You can print your
sports equipment labels from your desktop or let us print them for you.
Custom-printing is especially helpful for leagues or school teams.

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