Is the Gildan 18500 good for printing?

Yes. The 50/50 face takes screen print, DTF, DTG, embroidery, heat transfer and vinyl, which is why decorators use it as a default blank.

How does the 18500 fit?

It has a classic, generous cut through the chest and body. Size down if you want a closer fit.

What is the difference between the 18500 and the G185?

They are the same hoodie; G185 is the style number Gildan uses for the 18500.

The fleece is preshrunk, so wash-related shrinkage is limited compared with untreated cotton.

What is the fabric weight?

8.0 oz/yd², about 271 GSM, in a 50% cotton, 50% polyester blend.

Can I order a single hoodie?

Yes. There is no minimum order, so you can buy one piece or a full case.

Where is the Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie cheapest?

At RushOrderTees, for $8.03, 38% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 11 ratings.

Where can I buy the Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie?

13 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, RushOrderTees, Joe's USA, BulkApparel.com, Blankstyle.com.

Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie

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What reviewers say

5 / 511 ratings

Ratings are strong, and decorators treat the 18500 as a dependable default blank. Owners like the weight, the print surface and the consistent fit; the main gripe is the boxy cut and a hand that is not as soft as premium fleece.

What people mention

Fabric weightPraisedOwners say the 8 oz fleece feels substantial and warm for a blank hoodie.
Print surfacePraisedDecorators report screen print, DTF and embroidery take cleanly on the 50/50 face.
FitMixedThe classic cut is roomy through the chest and body; some want a slimmer shape.
SoftnessCriticisedSome find the cotton-poly blend less soft than all-cotton fleece.
DurabilityPraisedPill-resistant yarn and preshrinking keep it looking the same after washes.

About the Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie

The Gildan 18500 (also listed as G185) is a pullover hooded sweatshirt made from 8.0 oz, 50/50 cotton/polyester fleece. The fleece is preshrunk and pill-resistant, with a soft, smooth face made from air jet yarn. It comes blank and undecorated.

The hood is double-lined and has a matching drawcord. There is a front pouch pocket. The cuffs and waistband are 1x1 athletic rib knit with spandex to help them hold their shape. Seams are double-needle stitched, and the tear-away label makes relabeling easy.

The fit is classic and generous through the chest and body. Sizing down gives a slimmer look. The smooth fleece face suits DTF transfers, screen printing, embroidery, DTG, heat transfer and vinyl.

Style

Gildan 18500 / G185

Weight

8.0 oz/yd² (271 GSM)

Material

50% cotton, 50% polyester air jet yarn fleece; preshrunk, pill-resistant

Fit

Classic, generous through chest and body

Hood

Double-lined with matching drawcord

Pocket

Front pouch pocket