Frequently Asked Questions
What is your mission?
We take all of those shirts from running events and save them from filling up our landfills. Many of those shirts are interesting (loud, tacky) colors–that do not go well with everyone’s skin tone–and are made mostly of synthetic fabrics full of plastic. Some have interesting (loud, tacky) graphics–Turkey Trot shirt, anyone?–and tons of logos covering the back of the shirt. We set out to take those colors and use them selectively. We strategically reposition the graphics so they are less recognizable and serve as a design element.
Each new item is a one-of-a-kind design you can totally wear for workouts and saves them from filling up our landfills.
Where do you get your materials from?
We get shirts from many sources. We acquire unused and leftover shirts from endurance events. We also get them from our friends and the running community–people who participate in events but don’t need more shirts.
If you have shirts that you do not want or use, we’re interested!
Do you thoroughly clean the upcycled clothing?
Yes, we do. Once we get shirts, we check them to ensure they do not have significant wear and can be repurposed into new items. Then, we thoroughly wash and rewash them.
After washing, the shirts are inspected and used for new designs.
How do I donate my endurance event shirts?
We want your clean, unused shirts. If they are taking up space, and you’d like to donate, we will take them. Email us at shirts@rerunstore.com and we’ll be in touch!
Do you make custom pieces?
Yes, we would be happy to take your favorite t-shirt from a special event and upcycle it into a new design. Email us at custom@rerunstore.com and we’ll be in touch about making a custom shirt for you.
What about scraps after designs are cut?
We use as much of the materials as possible. Anything left over is used to make trim and bias tapes. There is very little waste.
How do I care for my RERUN clothing?
Turn items inside out to protect graphics and colors. Machine wash using a gentle cycle with cool water and a mild detergent. Hang to air dry is recommended. Drying polyester in a dryer releases plastics and microfibers into the air, which can be a source of pollution. If using a dryer, tumble dry low. Do not use fabric softener or bleach.