The Fabric Behind the Fit
Every fibre tells a story — of comfort, performance, and purpose.
The Fabrics We Use
Fabrics That Move With You — And Matter to Us
At Birds on Bikes, our fabric choices are intentional. We choose materials that support comfort, performance, and the planet — from premium recycled blends to naturally breathable fibres. Every garment starts with a fabric that fits the ride, the rider, and our values.
REPREVE® Recycled Polyester
Our best-selling padded bike pants and bib shorts are made with REPREVE®, a durable performance fabric spun from post-consumer plastic bottles. It keeps plastic out of landfill and gives your gear a second life on the bike.
♻️ Made from recycled plastic
💨 Moisture-wicking & quick-drying
🔁 Four-way stretch for freedom of movement
✅ Used in: All of our Bibs and Knicks
ECONYL® Regenerated Nylon
This high-performance yarn is made from rescued ocean waste — like fishing nets and industrial plastic. We use ECONYL® in our mesh base layers for its light weight, stretch, and breathable feel.
🌍 Made from 100% regenerated nylon
🌬️ Ultra-lightweight + breathable
🧵 Feels like second skin under jerseys
✅ Used in: Mesh Sleeveless Base Layers, Jerseys, Urban Unders
Italian Vuelta Fabric
Vuelta is a premium brushed technical fabric made in Italy. Soft on the inside, smooth on the outside — it insulates without overheating, making it ideal for winter tights and bibs.
🔥 Thermal insulation for cool weather
🇮🇹 Made in Italy, trusted by pros
🧶 Supportive stretch with soft interior
✅ Used in: Motion Bib Tights, Voltage Bibs
Sydney Eco
Sydney Eco is a sustainable performance fabric made from pre-consumer waste and certified by Global Recycle Standard (GRS). It combines soft hand-feel with strength and durability, offering excellent UV protection, colourfastness, and high-stretch performance.
🌍 Made from recycled yarns
🧶 Durable and long-lasting
🧵 Soft against the skin with great
recovery
✅ Used in: Tech Tees, Journey Base Layer, Jerseys
Cotton
Used in our casual tees and off-bike wear, cotton offers softness, breathability, and everyday comfort. Where possible, we use organic or sustainable cotton that aligns with our ethical production values.
- Natural and breathable
- Easy to wear and care for
- Great for rest days or light rides
✅ Used in: Slogan Tees, Boxy Fit T-Shirts
🧵 Fabric First, Always
We don’t just choose fabrics that feel good — we choose ones that reflect our commitment to ethical, sustainable, Australian-made cycling gear. Every piece is tested for comfort, performance, and longevity — so you can ride with confidence, again and again.