Downhill Threads are t-shirts for skiers who want to share their passion for the sport, with more than just a logo on their chest. Read more
Downhill Threads are t-shirts for skiers who want to share their passion for the sport, with more than just a logo on their chest.
About this project
DOWNHILL THREADS: CARVE YOUR OWN TRAIL
I am creating Downhill Threads for skiers like myself who want to wear their passion for the sport year round. If you have been lucky enough to experience what it feels like to glide down a slope, with light powder spraying up behind you, in the serenity of the mountains, then you understand the indescribable love every skier shares. Skiing is more than a pastime or a sport... it's a lifestyle.
I'm always on the lookout for ski-related products, and especially shirts. Unfortunately, they are pretty hard to find. Most big ski companies just print their logo on everything. And in most stores that sell graphic tshirts, the subject of skiing seems to be ignored. So I decided to create my own.
I hope that tshirts are just the beginning of Downhill Threads. My goal is to have a full line of ski products that are focused on the sport itself, and not the company behind it.
CLICKED IN: READY TO GLIDE
I've worked hard over the last 4 months to develop the first line of Downhill Threads shirt designs. I created 20 designs and had a group of fellow skiers vote on them, which helped to narrow them down to the 10 designs I will be printing first. I also have done extensive research on starting a business and have followed all of the legal protocol to get everything in place. The next step is where I need your help!
WHERE THE MONEY WILL GO
I've learned that printing quality tshirts is expensive! But I didn't want a product that would fall apart or would be uncomfortable. I also wanted to print with an ink that was earth-friendly, which is more expensive to do. So all the contributions to Downhill Threads will be used to print the first run of shirts. I am working with a great company that specializes in water-based ink printing, and uses only eco-friendly printing, cleaning and disposal methods. I have used my own funds/time for creating the designs, the website, the legal stuff, and all of the other little things that go along with starting a business. But I would LOVE and APPRECIATE your help with the final, important task of getting the products made right.
THE SKI SHIRTS
Below are the chosen designs that will become the first line of Downhill Threads. They will be printed on a super soft, athletic fit shirt using water-based inks that become part of the shirt (not a heavy coat of ink that sits on top). Sizes available are: S, M, L, XL.
WINTER IS COMING!
If this project is successfully funded the printing will begin immediately. Shirts will be ready to ship in October, hopefully as the snow begins to think about falling again. I'll be sure to post updates here, but follow the progress on my facebook and twitter pages as well. And be sure to check out the website when it's complete!
www.facebook.com/downhillthreads
www.twitter.com/downhillthreads
www.downhillthreads.com
THANKS FOR YOUR HELP! See you on the slopes!
© 2012 Downhill Threads. Ski-Shirt, LLC
Music in video from JewelBeat.com
FAQ
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If the project is fully funded, you will be emailed to find out which design(s) and what size(s) you would like.
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Yes... please add $5 if you're backing the project outside of the United States.
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After a lot of research, I decided to go with Real Thread, and great company located in Florida that specializes in water-based ink printing and produces high quality, professional work. Check 'em out: http://www.realthread.com/
Rewards
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Pledge $10 or more
2 backers
GREEN CIRCLE SUPPORTER:
DHT Lift Ticket Sticker + Good karma sent your way for a great ski season.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $20 or more
20 backers All gone!
FIRST TRACKS PACKAGE:
Get first dibs on the shirt of your choice. Be the first one on your mountain with a DHT ski tee! Also includes a DHT lift ticket sticker and free shipping.Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $25 or more
18 backers
BLUE SQUARE SUPPORTER: DHT Shirt of your choice! Plus a DHT lift ticket sticker and free shipping. Who doesn't like a nice, groomed blue square every once in awhile?
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Pledge $45 or more
13 backers
BLACK DIAMOND SUPPORTER: TWO DHT Shirts of your choice... plus, you won't have to do laundry daily now! And I'll throw in 2 DHT lift ticket stickers and ship 'em for free.
Estimated delivery: -
Pledge $60 or more
3 backers
SKI BUDDY PACKAGE: THREE DHT Shirts of your choice! Perfect for those extended weekend ski trips. Plus, you'll get 3 DHT lift ticket stickers, free shipping, and forever will be considered my ski buddy.
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Pledge $100 or more
6 backers
DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND CLUB (Experts Only): FIVE DHT Shirts of your choice. PLUS a signed 8x10 print of any design, 5 lift ticket stickers and free shipping. You'll be respected on AND off the mountain.
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Pledge $200 or more
1 backer
LOCAL SKI LEGEND PACKAGE: ALL TEN DHT Shirts!! If you weren't a legend before, you will be now. Order some as gifts or give yourself a new wardrobe. You'll also receive a 11x14 signed print of your choice, 10 lift ticket stickers and I'll ship your order in a new ski duffle bag for free.
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Pledge $500 or more
0 backers Limited (10 left of 10)
IRON CROSS SPONSOR: This package is for the skier elite, and my new best friends. You'll receive everything in the "local ski legend package" PLUS: 1 Lift Ticket to the resort of your choice (US only, 1-day), Custom illustration of any ski-related photo you send me (printed 8x10 and framed), plus a Blu-Ray edition of Aspen Extreme - the best and worst ski movie of all time.
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Pledge $1,000 or more
1 backer Limited (4 left of 5)
** POWDER DAY PACKAGE ** Forget the tshirts, lets ski!!! Receive all of the following in time for this year's ski trip: ONE 2-Day Lift Ticket to any US Ski Resort, 15 DHT Tshirts of your choice (hook up your crew), 4 Ski DVDs (I'll choose or let me know what your collection is missing), 4 custom pint glasses, and your name will permanently appear as a sponsor on my website. Finally, you will be my hero.
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Funding period
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