Shown: Black
J. AmericaStyle 8879 · Hoodies
Men's Gaiter Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt
A blank hooded sweatshirt from the J. America line, offered in 9 colors and sizes S–L. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for embroidery
- 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece at 7.5 oz/yd²
- Tear-away label for rebranding
- ⚠ Sublimation: not recommended — Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 9— Black
Black
Black Camo Heather
Black Heather
Camo Heather
Cool Royal Heather
Grey Heather
Outdoor Camo
True Navy Heather
Navy
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | In Stock | — | |
| M | In Stock | — | |
| L | In Stock | — |
Last inventory sync: July 12, 2026 · local pickup stock held near Lockport, IL. Distributor network totals — not live stock; availability is reconfirmed on every quote before production.
Key specifications
- Fabric composition
- 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece
- Fabric weight
- 7.5 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- fleece
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Tear-away label
- Cut for
- Men's
- Fit
- Not stated
- Sizes
- S–L
- Colors
- 9
- Country of origin
- Pakistan
- Sustainability
- Not stated
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Good
Blended fabric prints reliably; match the ink system to the dominant fiber.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
- Textured fleece surface — expect some ink gain; a higher-mesh screen and an underbase help keep edges clean.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
- Lofted fleece surface — press with slightly higher pressure for full transfer contact.
DTG printing
Good
Cotton-rich blend prints acceptably; expect a softer, more vintage result than 100% cotton.
- Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
- Non-flat fleece surface reduces DTG detail.
Embroidery
Excellent
Midweight-plus fabric supports dense stitch counts without distortion.
- Lofted fleece — a water-soluble topping keeps small lettering from sinking.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
Sublimation
Not Recommended
Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
Decoration results can vary by equipment, ink, transfer material, garment color, and production settings. Always test before beginning a full production run.
Fit and sizing
Fit category not stated, cut for men's wear · sizes S–L.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 24 1/2 | 26 | 27 1/2 | 29 | 30 1/2 | 32 | 33 1/2 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 18 1/2 | 20 | 21 2/2 | 23 | 24 1/2 | 26 | 27 1/2 |
| Sleeve Length | 32 3/4 | 34 | 35 1/4 | 36 1/2 | 37 3/4 | 39 | 40 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 7.5 oz./yd², 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece
- Coverstitched throughout
- Double layer jersey gaiter attached to neck opening
- Pouch pocket
- Tear away label
Country of origin
Made in Pakistan.
Shown for the Black colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
The stated attributes don't point to a specific program type — request a sample to evaluate it against your use case.
Similar alternatives
- · Same fabric: 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece
- · Similar weight (7 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Same fabric: 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece
- · Similar weight (7 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Same fabric: 55/45 cotton/polyester fleece
- · Similar weight (8 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (8 vs 7.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for embroidery
Terms used on this page
- Polyester
- Polyester is a synthetic, petroleum-based fiber prized for durability, quick-dry performance, and colorfastness, but prone to dye migration under screen-print inks.
- Fleece
- Fleece is a knit fabric with a brushed, napped interior that traps warm air, forming the base of hoodies, crewnecks, and sweatpants.
- Tear-Away Label
- A tear-away label is a neck or side-seam tag stitched along a single perforated line so it pulls out cleanly by hand for private labeling.