Description
The Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend is a classic-fit crewneck sweatshirt with 8 oz./yd² cotton/polyester fabric. It offers a hood-free alternative to the Gildan 18500 pullover hoodie. Check the heather exceptions before selecting a shade for a printed order: those colors use a different fiber balance from the base 50/50 blend.
Features
- 8 oz./yd² (US), 13.3 oz./L yd (CA); base fabric: 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles.
- Heather Dark Green, Heather Dark Maroon, Heather Dark Navy, Heather Deep Royal and Heather Scarlet Red: 60/40 polyester/cotton.
- Classic fit with a crew neckline.
- 1 × 1 rib with spandex for stretch and recovery; tear-away label.
- The Heavy Blend face yarn is designed for a smoother printing surface and reduced pilling.
Buying questions
How should I choose the fit?
Compare the size chart’s laid-flat chest width, body length and sleeve length with a sweatshirt you already own. Use the garment measurements rather than assuming another brand’s letter size will match.
Is a heather shade the same fabric as a solid?
Not always. The named heathers above use 60/40 polyester/cotton. Confirm that shade’s blend with your decorator and approve the print result on the actual garment color before a group run.
Compare the Gildan 18500 pullover hoodie if you need a hood
Choosing a green or royal blue crewneck
- Green: Compare Fan Dark Green with Heather Dark Green using each shade’s own photos. The heather option has a textured color appearance and uses the 60/40 polyester/cotton blend listed above.
- Royal blue: Compare Royal, Fan Deep Royal and Heather Deep Royal. These are separate catalog shades, so keep the exact color name when coordinating a group order. Heather Deep Royal uses the 60/40 polyester/cotton blend listed above.
- Before ordering: Review the selected color’s available sizes and size chart. For a close color match or custom print run, check a sample of the actual shade with your decorator before placing a larger order.
Popular Gildan colors
Choose a color to review photos, sizes and current pricing.
- Orange crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Fan dark green crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Heather dark green crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Fan deep royal blue crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Heather deep royal blue crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Royal blue crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Light blue crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Dark chocolate crewneck sweatshirtGildan 18000
- Dark chocolate zip hoodieGildan 18600
- Yellow haze crewneckGildan SF000









































































Heather E. –
These shirts embody everything a sweatshirt ought to be. They are soft and comfortable, and they come out of the wash looking flawless. Thank you.
Richard L. –
I purchased these as a gift – EXCELLENT quality, the colors are exactly as shown on your user-friendly website and they arrived promptly. Overall, a fantastic experience – I’ll definitely come back to buy more products!
Joseph K. –
The color was fantastic, and the fit was excellent as well! Thank you very much!
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Stephanie Z. –
Pleased with my purchase. Excellent quality and good value for the product.
Melissa O. –
I really appreciate the fit and quality; I prefer my hoodies to be slightly oversized and cozy. This one has definitely become one of my favorites.
Kimberly T. –
Excellent price, Excellent fit.
William H. –
The quality is just what I was looking for, the size fits accurately, and the colors are stunning! They also have quick shipping!
Steven R. –
Great fit. Quick shipping, will definitely purchase again!
Cynthia G. –
I ordered a medium size, but they are quite loose fitting. I initially considered returning them, but ultimately chose to make them work. I really like the colors and the price!