Gildan
Youth Heavy Blend™ Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
Whether you’re outfitting a youth sports squad, a school club, or your company’s entry‑level staff, the Gildan 18600B Youth Heavy‑Blend Full‑Zip Hoodie gives you a comfortable canvas for vibrant branding. Made from a soft 50/50 cotton‑poly fleece that weighs over 8 oz, it resists pilling and holds color well, so your DTF, dye‑sublimation or screen‑print design looks sharp wash after wash. The full‑zip front provides a large, uninterrupted area for full‑front artwork, and the unlined hood adds extra warmth without bulk. With five classic colors and sizes from XS to XL, you can match any uniform palette. PrintHabit offers low minimums on custom hoodie printing, and screen printing starts at just 24 pieces, making bulk hoodies with logo affordable for any budget. Each hoodie ships with a tear‑away label for easy re‑branding, and the fabric meets OEKO‑TX standards for a responsibly sourced product. Order today and give your team a professional, eye‑catching look that lasts.
Our guarantee: we stand behind our print quality — a printing or adhesion defect, we’ll remake it or refund you. We print exactly what you approve, so please check spelling and artwork on your proof before you sign off.
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Product Information
Audience
- Youth
- Unisex
Fabric & Material
- Cvc
- Poly
- Cotton
- Fleece
Decoration Methods
- DTF
- Sublimation
- Screen Print
- Heat Transfer
Size Guide
| Size | Body Length | Chest Tolerance | Numerical Sizes | Sleeve Tolerance | Body Length Tolerance | Chest Width (Laid Flat) | Sleeve Length (From Center Back) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L | 24 1/2 | +/-1 | 14-16 | +/-1 | +/-1 | 18 1/4 | 30 1/4 |
| M | 23 | +/-1 | 10-12 | +/-1 | +/-1 | 17 1/4 | 27 3/4 |
| S | 21 3/4 | +/-1 | 6-8 | +/-1 | +/-1 | 16 1/4 | 26 1/2 |
| XL | 26 | +/-1 | 18-20 | +/-1 | +/-1 | 19 1/4 | 33 |
| XS | 20 1/4 | +/-1 | 4 | +/-1 | +/-1 | 15 1/4 | 23 1/2 |
About the Youth Heavy Blend™ Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
• 8 oz./yd² (US) 13.3 oz./ L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles • The Heavy Blend collection is now made with finer yarns and new MVS Air spinning technology, that improves the fabric by reducing pilling, enhancing durability and creating a smoother printing surface. • Classic fit • Unlined hood • Plastic zipper • Overlapped fabric across zipper allows full front printing • 1x1 rib with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery • Pouch pocket • Tear away label • CPSIA Tracking Label Compliant • Proud member of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol • Made with OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes This product meets the following Sustainable Style subcategories: Sustainable Manufacturing: This product meets the OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Socially Conscious Manufacturing: This product was made by a mill who partnered with Fair Labor Association and was made in a facility that is WRAP certified.
Decoration Methods We Offer
Choose the technique that fits your artwork — each links to its full method guide.
Screen Printing
Best for bold spot colors and large runs.
Screen Printing guide →DTF Printing
Full-color, photographic detail at any quantity.
DTF Printing guide →Dye-Sublimation
All-over, edge-to-edge dye designs.
Dye-Sublimation guide →UV / Specialty
Texture, metallics, and specialty inks.
UV / Specialty guide →Laser Engraving
Permanent engraving and marking on rigid materials.
Laser Engraving guide →Signage
Banners, decals, and rigid signs.
Signage guide →Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order for a custom Gildan 18600B hoodie?+
PrintHabit offers low minimums on most decoration methods, but screen printing requires a 24‑piece minimum for this style.
Which decoration methods can I use on the Youth Heavy Blend Full‑Zip?+
You can personalize the hoodie with DTF (direct‑to‑film), screen printing, or dye‑sublimation. All options produce vibrant, durable results on the 50/50 cotton‑poly fleece.
How does the fit run for youth sizes XS‑XL?+
The Gildan 18600B has a classic, relaxed youth fit with a full‑zip front, a soft fleece interior, and a comfortable hood. Size up if you prefer a looser look; otherwise follow Gildan’s standard youth sizing chart.
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