Since spring 2025, Scimitar has had the great pleasure of supplying Hillingdon Athletic Club (HAC) with their new custom running kit. It’s been a rewarding collaboration from day one, with the club ordering a wide range of items — from our standard male, female and junior running vests, to our elite Aero competition vests, as well as our women’s running crop tops too.
About Hillingdon Athletic Club
Hillingdon AC is a long-standing, community-centred club with a deep history. HAC traces its roots back to 1877 (via Finchley Harriers & Ruislip & Northwood AC), and today serves around 400 members, nearly half of whom are under 18. The club is affiliated with UK Athletics, the South of England AA and Middlesex County AA. It offers training, road, field, track and cross-country competition for all ages and abilities, with a real emphasis on inclusion, development and providing opportunity in a safe, accessible environment.
They train from two bases: their clubhouse in Ruislip (which includes gym facilities, bar, kitchen, etc.) and the track & field stadium in Uxbridge for junior & senior athletics.
The Scimitar Aero Vest: Performance & Features
An especially exciting component of HAC’s new kit is our Aero competition vest. Key details include:
- Ultra-lightweight composition, designed for competition.
- HexKnit construction for excellent moisture wicking across race weekends.
- Heat-sealed seams to reduce chafing and discomfort during long events.
- Racer back fit and split sides for enhanced ventilation and better fit.
- Available in both men’s & women’s sizing.
- Also offered in a 100% recycled fabric option.
These features make the Aero vest a great match for HAC athletes pushing for performance, whether on track, cross country or road.
Feedback & Memorable Moments
We asked HAC how they’ve found working with us and using their new kit. Here’s what they said:
“Everyone at the club loves the design and bright colours of the team kit as it’s spotted everywhere we are racing now and everyone knows who we are because of this.”
On memorable moments since rolling out the kit:
“We are in the early stages of rolling out our new club kit, many members have competed in their new kit, most noticeably James Laing winning the Burnham Beeches Half Marathon.”
And on what stands out about working with Scimitar:
“Working closely with Scimitar has also meant geat reach over social media for us. Scimitar also provides quality products, promoting stories from all their customers.”
Why We at Scimitar Enjoy Working with HAC
From our side, this partnership is very special. As Kieren, our account manager, puts it:
“Working with Hillingdon AC has been a pleasure because of their commitment to athletes of all ages and abilities. Seeing the pride in the club members when they wear the new kit—and hearing feedback like James Laing’s win—reminds us why we do what we do. The energy, history and ambition at HAC match our own values: performance, community and visibility.”
The Impact: Visibility, Pride, & Performance
Since spring 2025 the new kit has already made a difference. Members feel more united, more visible at events, and proud to represent their colours. Whether at local road races, cross-country meets, or track events, the bright, well-designed vests (standard, crop top and Aero) turn heads. And performance-wise, the technical features in the Aero vest are helping athletes stay comfortable, dry and focused.
Explore the Hillingdon Athletics range of kit and merchandise available on their club shop here.
Is your club looking for a new team kit?
If you’re a club looking to upgrade your kit—or thinking about custom Aero vests—get in touch. We’d love to help you achieve that same blend of style, performance, and community pride.
