Custom Backpacks Printing

LET US HELP YOU TO CREATE THE BEST CUSTOM Backpacks TO PROMOTE YOUR brand WITHIN YOUR BUDGET.

 
 

RECENT Custom Backpacks WORK

It’s a fact: custom backpacks are the best way to make a lasting, positive impression. We’ve printed thousands of custom backpacks for businesses to give away!

PAST CUSTOM Backpacks CLIENTS

TESTIMONIALS

  • Niall R.
    We were in search of a custom apparel business to print hats and we got connected with Action Athletic Wear by another Richmond rodent control company who said they were the best. The whole experience was positive. Their facility made our hats and finished them earlier than expected.  The quality has been really good. We would recommend Action Athletic Wear as one of the best places for custom apparel. 5 out of 5. Keep up the good work.
    Niall R.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Myles T.
    Amazingly awesome service!! These guys are fantastic and created some top-notch custom jerseys for our Coquitlam rodent control company playing in a local slowpitch tournament fundraiser. If you are looking for local quality screen printed goods, Action Athletic Wear has got you covered from front to back.
    Myles T.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Jersey Printing Service
  • Rob P.
    We highly recommend anyone to use these guys when printing hats and shirts! They print all of our branded shirts and hats for the staff at our toilet rental business! They even let you pick the type of apparel so you can get the exact fit and feel you desire.
    Rob P.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Mandeep K.
    I highly recommend Action Athletic Wear. Customer service was fantastic, easy communication, and a great response time. We got custom hats done for our Burnaby roofing company. I explained what I wanted, they provided a mock-up for review and the finished product surpassed all expectations. Would definitely purchase from them again.
    Mandeep K.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Brodie O.
    Our regular printing company moved to another location but I wanted to get more custom apparel & hats for my Surrey painters asap. My friend recommended Action to me and told me they did a great job for their company. I did end up calling other companies to see what's a reasonable quote. Action was the only one that responded to my inquiries clearly and provided a competitive quote based on the quality. I am quite particular in what I choose for clothing & hats, given the work we do around the house. It's a lot of sweating so it has to be comfortable. Action understood my concerns and made even better recommendations than the previous company. The whole process was easy to follow. They fulfilled the order quickly with quality. Thank you Action for the great experience!
    Brodie O.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Jim M.
    Highly recommend ordering from Action Athletic Wear. Responses for quotes are always quick and informative. I was very pleased with my first order which was very large. All the shirts were exactly what I asked for with high-quality prints. I will continue to order any prints I need for my Richmond pest control company from here in the future. Thanks Action!        
    Jim M.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom T-Shirt Printing Service
  • Michael R.
    I was planning to bring a few of my painters in Surrey to promote our company at a trade show  One of them suggested that it would be better to wear something that has our logo on it. I thought it was a great idea but time was very tight to order something like that. So I reached out to Action to see what options we had that would make it in time. I didn't want to risk quality as well so thankfully everything was confirmed within 1 or 2. I purchased some jackets as well as some hats so we can wear them in the summer. Everything turned out great and we had a great time that day. I can't thank them enough for their customer service! Thank you!        
    Michael R.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Rob B.
    A friend of mine recommended Action a while back when we were looking for a company to customize our work wear with our logo on it. We didn't need anything fancy as long as it's durable and comfortable. That way, our clients can identify us right away and it's good for branding too. We've been working with Action ever since that time and I never have to worry. Every time I ask for a quote, they always get back to us in a timely manner. The quality of the order is consistently great. Recently, I hired a few more Burnaby roofers on my team so I had to make a quick order. They fulfilled the order quickly as usual. Thank you all for doing such a great job. Give them a call if you ever need anything custom apparel!
    Rob B.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Randy A.
    Our Burnaby pest control team's uniforms were getting old so I wanted to purchase some custom apparel for them. Unfortunately, our go-to printing company was shut down due to the pandemic, which meant I had to do the research all over again. I called a few companies across Metro Vancouver and Action answered my questions very clearly. I was really looking for something comfortable, waterproof, and durable in the long run. They understood my concerns and suggested the type of material I should go for given the kind of work we do in the company. The quote was very reasonable and the turnaround time was pretty fast. I heard great feedback from the team so I'd definitely use them again in the future. Thank you Action!
    Randy A.
    Happy Customer With Our Custom Hat Printing Service
  • Jia N.
    I used Action Athletic Wear to print custom t shirts and the quality and service I experienced at Action Athletic Wear were perfect. I had excellent experience with Todd, was very prompt with getting back to me and overall really easy to deal with. Really fast service time and pricing were great. It was great to see that they were persistent in getting the design exactly how I wanted it, and the finished product turned out perfect! They have done a fantastic job!!
    Jia N.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • August L.
    We've used Action Athletic Wear as our preferred supplier for our bulk custom t shirts order for years and each year they manage to top their already incredible service. Todd and the team are super easy to work with, very helpful, keep the costs low and the quality high. Our order came quicker than expected and we couldn't be more happy with the results. We would recommend them to everyone!
    August L.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Tahir E.
    Action Athletic Wear has been fantastic to work with. Todd provided clear and efficient responses to our questions and even sent a sample of the base t-shirts that would be used so we could see the material quality. Once we paid, production only took 11 days (7 working days). The final custom t shirts are excellent and well-executed - we are extremely happy! Thanks, Action Athletic Wear team!
    Tahir E.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Sinead B.
    Action Athletic Wear has very good service and product - dealt with Todd most of the time and he got back to us very sharply and no amount of questions/changes before finalizing order was a big deal to him! Very happy with the fact that the custom t shirts came on the date we required, and a very good quality product arrived! Would definitely use again and advise others too :)
    Sinead B.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Milton W.
    WE LOVE ACTION ATHLETIC WEAR! Not only are these guys the cheapest, but they are also the most efficient - so easy to work with and understanding around last minute orders and changes. We used them for 2 custom t shirts orders and both times they made our job (doing big bulk orders) so easy! Thank you especially, Todd and his team for overlooking our orders we love our gear :)
    Milton W.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Murray S.
    The team at Action Athletic Wear really went above and beyond to help us achieve our vision! This is our second time working with them to print custom t shirts and as usual, all our expectations were met in regards to competitive pricing, production timeline, final product, and overall experience. The team guided us through the process and helped us consider things that we didn't account for, so that was incredibly appreciated. We will recommend Action Athletic Wear to other Festival partners.
    Murray S.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Idris T.
    Action Athletic Wear provides amazing customer service with our custom t shirts order! They were extremely responsive to my emails and always responded within 24 hours, if not sooner. Their pricing is also reasonable and the quality of the printing was good. I would definitely use them Action Athletic Wear for future orders and recommend them to others.
    Idris T.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Ivy-Rose A.
    WOW! Good quality and I'm amazed at my printed custom t shirt 😍😍😍, one word RECOMMENDED!! Next time I would like to order again for gifts. Todd and his team are so kind and friendly to give explanations and answers. Thank you Action Athletic Wear 😊😊😊😊
    Ivy-Rose A.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Aanya B.
    Needed custom t shirts printed quick for Mother's day and found Action Athletic Wear via google. A quick scroll through the website found all the information I needed and decided to contact them. They responded immediately and accommodated my request to expedite the T-shirt printing. The whole process was painless, and the T-shirt came on time as promised. Good quality products and exceptional service. Highly recommended Action Athletic Wear.
    Aanya B.
    A satisfied client with our CUSTOM T-SHIRTS PRINTING Service
  • Ishan D.
    Really great small business to work with. Action Athletic Wear helped us create the design for a custom shirt we were making, were helpful every step of the way, and delivered in a timely manner. The printed Shirts were great too, and very reasonably priced. We will be coming here again if we ever need custom t shirts made again! Thanks so much for all of your help!
    Ishan D.
    A satisfied client with our Custom T-Shirts Printing Service
  • Tiffiny
    Great service and excellent timing. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful when I called in my order. I had a large order of clothing that I needed the following weekend for a hockey tournament and they were able to print everything within my timelines. I would recommend them to anyone looking for custom t-shirts or embroidery.
    Tiffiny
  • Grace Kwok
    Great shirts and outstanding customer services! We are extremely happy with Action Athletic Wear. Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver-Fraser branch
    Grace Kwok
  • Mandy Chow
    Exceptional customer service by Ray! He was very proactive following up by email and phone, and offered professional suggestions. I will definitely return for more customized gear in the future.
    Mandy Chow
  • Alexandra Lesk
    Friendly, direct, helpful. Will be returning for another custom order soon.
    Alexandra Lesk
  • Ed Clunn
    Best place to get your company swag. Friendly staff, great service, and great pricing.
    Ed Clunn
  • Diana L.
    Great service! Staff are professional and you can tell they know their stuff. They’ll let you know when the quality will be compromised (when you push to spend the least).
    Diana L.
  • Raymond Arthurs
    I own a business and purchase all of our employee uniforms from Action Athletic and have for the past 5 years. They value relationships and never leave me hanging. There is nothing worse then orders arriving late and not having uniforms for your staff. I deal directly with Goshi my account manager and he looks after everything - Cheers!
    Raymond Arthurs

No matter the season or occasion, Action is ready to help you with all your custom Backpacks needs

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FAQ - How to order custom backpacks


At Action, we know that every time you invest in promoting your business, you’re going to have questions. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive FAQ to help you create the perfect merchandise for your needs.

If you’re looking for art requirements or just a little more information about our production process, this page should cover many of the basic questions you’ll have before starting your order. We recommend all potential customers browse this guide before they order custom products to familiarize themselves with the ordering process. If you are working with a graphic designer, whether on your staff or contracted, we highly suggest sending them a link to this section so they can take note of our art requirements. With any kind of printing, investigating the art requirements can often save you time and money! And if you have a more specific question about how to order custom products, we’re happy to help you!

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Please contact us so we can help you order custom products one-on-one.

What do you need from me to start my order?
  • The type of shirt you’d like to print on, sizes and quantity
  • Your artwork and where you’d like the design to printed on the shirt
  • Your due date
  • A 50% deposit before production and the remaining 50% before shipping or pick up
What happens once I put my order in?
  1. We send you a custom quote and a mock up with your artwork
  2. Any revisions to artwork or placement you may require
  3. Once you’ve approved your mock up, we separate your artwork and send it to our Production Department
  4. Your screens are created and inks are mixed
  5. The shirts arrive from the supplier to our shop and are counted
  6. We print your shirts, count them again, and pack them up!

Once we’ve received your artwork, we can give you a custom quote for your project. You can also use our quote generator to get a general idea of how much your merchandise will cost you if you use some of our most popular shirts.

The mock up you will receive with your quote will break down the number of ink colours you need and the size of your print. If you’d like to change an ink colour or the size of your print, you can! We’ll send you a revised mock up with any changes you’d like.

Once you’re happy with how your shirts will look, our graphic designer splits your image up to prepare it for going on a screen. When the screens are ready and the ink is mixed, all we need is your goods to arrive so we can print them!

What is your turn-around? How long will it take to get my merchandise?

Generally, it takes up to 10 business days to print your order from the day of approval. If you need your goods sooner, however, we can usually work something out. If you need your shirts immediately, rush charges will apply.

We deliver within Vancouver and use UPS and Canada Post to mail your goods to you. Shipping charges and times should be discussed with your salesperson as they vary from order to order.

What types of printing can I do?
  • Screen printing
  • Sublimation
  • Direct-to-Garment digital printing
  • Embroidery

While we do offer sublimation and Direct-to-Garment digital printing, these methods are used very rarely. Sublimation can be a very expensive procedure and is not as environmentally friendly as screen printing. Direct-to-Garment digital printing may be able to print thousands of colours but it is also not cost effective for our customers and not as consistent as screen printing. In rare occasions, however, sublimation and Direct-to-Garment digital printing may be more desirable depending on your project.

When printing promotional products, the printing methods available vary from item to item.

How can I send my artwork?
  • E-mail
  • Dropbox
  • WeTransfer
  • In person on a USB Memory Stick

Really, any file transfer site will work just fine.
If your artwork is physical, we’re happy to scan in it!

What file format should my artwork be in?
  • Vector (.ai or .pdf)
  • Photoshop file (.psd) of 300 dpi at print size or larger
  • High resolution JPEG of 300 dpi at print size or larger

Vector artwork is always the best option for screen printing, especially for simple images like logos or text. If you don’t have access to vector artwork, a high resolution JPEG or Photoshop file would be excellent.

In some cases, particularly for logos, vector is truly the best option for printing. Our Art Department may decide to recreate your artwork as a vector image, which may have a small additional charge. In the end, we want you to have the best possible print you can!

If I have an idea, can you create the artwork?

We love collaborating with our customers on artwork! Our designer can help you create the perfect shirt graphic for your brand. Custom artwork is an additional cost, however, and in some cases can be quite costly depending on the time.

Additionally, our graphic designer is available to give you advice on how to better design your graphic for cost effective, yet awesome, t-shirts.

I’m working with a graphic designer. Can you speak directly to them?

Absolutely! If it’s easier for you, we’re more than happy to have our Art Department speak directly to the designer you’re working with.

What are my shipping options?

We regularly use UPS and Canada Post to ship our goods. Shipping cost and times vary from project to project, and your sales representative will help you choose the best option for your needs.

We deliver most of our local orders ourselves! You’re also welcome to come to our showroom and pick up your order!

How much is the deposit?

Screen printing orders have a mandatory 50% deposit, including tax.

What forms of payment does Action accept?

We accept credit card payments in person, online or over the phone. Cash or debit transactions can be performed in-store. Interac e-transfers and Paypal transactions are also acceptable.

Can I get samples made?

You can get samples made, but generally this is for very large orders (1000 or more shirts) and as there is quite a bit of work involved in preparing samples, they aren’t exactly cost effective for smaller runs.

You will, however, receive a digital proof of your artwork and placement at the size it will be printed and with the ink colours we will use.

We offer proofs free of charge because we want you to be happy with your order and confident that your shirts will look amazing!

What is screen printing?

Screen printing, or silk screening, is the most cost effective way to reproduce an image onto a garment. It is also one of the oldest forms of printing, with it’s roots stretching as far back as the Song Dynasty of China (960 – 1279 CE). Although it has a rich and practical history, screen printing exploded into a mainstream production method in the 1950s and 60s, when Andy Warhol and other artists began mass producing pop-culture images and using screen printing as an artistic medium. Once logos and branded images started to appear on clothing, along with t-shirts taking over casual fashion, many businesses and artists began printing their custom images for the obvious benefits of free marketing.

Today, screen printed t-shirts are the most popular clothing item world wide, with printing shops ranging from small home-run manual presses to large production facilities like our Vancouver location.

As you can tell, we really love screen printing.

How does screen printing work?

Essentially, screen printing is similar to stencilling – an image is separated by colour and each colour is put onto a mesh screen using emulsion and light.

Emulsion is a thick, gooey fluid that the mesh screen is coated in. After air drying the coated screen, the separated ‘stencil’, which is printed onto a transparent film, is taped to the screen before exposing it to a concentration of light. The light hardens the emulsion everywhere except where the stencil is. Using a pressurized nozzle, water is sprayed onto the emulsion to clear the area where the stencil is.

At this point, you have a stencil. Your screen is then put onto a press and lined up to any other colours you may be printing. Ink is put into the screen, and squeegee is pulled over the image, pushing the ink through the stencil onto a shirt. This process of pushing the ink through the screen is repeated for each colour, using a flash of heat between colours to cure the ink. Once the final ink colour is on the shirt, the shirt is removed and sent through a long, heated dryer to completely cure the ink and make sure your print lasts as long as possible!

How much does it cost to screen print?

The cost of screen printing is different for every project. Several things can affect cost, including but not limited to the amount of colours you use, the style and brand of garments you want to print on, and the print size and the ink type.

The most important factor in the cost of your screen printing project is your colour count. A colour count is the number of ink colours you require to print your image – for every colour, a new screen has to be made, new ink must be mixed, and additional preparation and set up time must be taken.

Additionally, the size of your order will affect your price. As with most goods, the more items you print, the less costly each piece is.

Contact us for a custom quote!

What kinds of inks can I use?

Plastisol, discharge, water base, metallic, puff, glow-in-the-dark… we have a wide variety of ink types to suit every project. It is important to remember, however, that specialty inks are an additional cost.

Contact us for more information about our specialty inks!

Can I change ink colours for part of my order?

Yep! This is called a “Colour Way”. Mixing colour ways will be an additional charge, depending on the number inks you’d like to switch and the type of ink you are using, but we do this all the time.

I want to print my own care labels inside the garment. What do I need to include?
  • Fibre content and percentage found in garment
  • Bilingual information (Canada)

We consult the Canadian rules and regulations for garment labelling, which can be found here: www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/01249.html

Additionally, you may want to include the following on your neck labels:

  1. Fibre trademarks or descriptive terms
  2. The size of the garment
  3. Care information
  4. Your branding and contact information
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