Shown: Black
Next LevelStyle 8211 · Long Sleeve Tees
Unisex Ideal Thermal Long Sleeve T-Shirt
A blank long sleeve tee from the Next Level line, offered in 6 colors and sizes XS–3XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for screen printing and embroidery
- 60/40 combed ringspun cotton/ recycled polyester at 5.5 oz/yd²
- Recycled content
- ⚠ 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 6— Black
Black
Bone
Heather Grey
Maroon
Midnight Navy
Military Green
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | In Stock | Available | |
| S | In Stock | Available | |
| M | Limited | Available | |
| XL | Limited | Available | |
| 3XL | Limited | Available |
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
- 60/40 combed ringspun cotton/ recycled polyester
- Fabric weight
- 5.5 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- Not stated
- Yarn
- combed · ring-spun
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Not stated
- Cut for
- Unisex
- Fit
- Classic
- Sizes
- XS–3XL
- Colors
- 6
- Country of origin
- Not stated
- Sustainability
- Recycled content; Fair Labor Association
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Excellent
Cotton-dominant knit takes plastisol and water-based ink cleanly with standard cure settings.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
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.
Embroidery
Excellent
Midweight-plus fabric supports dense stitch counts without distortion.
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
Classic fit, cut for unisex wear · sizes XS–3XL.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 17 1/2 | 19 | 20 1/2 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 |
| Sleeve Length | 24 7/8 | 25 3/8 | 25 7/8 | 26 3/8 | 26 7/8 | 27 1/8 | 27 3/8 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 5.5 oz./yd², 60/40 combed ringspun cotton/ recycled polyester
- Flat waffle face for easy printing
- Regular fit
- Self 3/8" shoulder-to-shoulder binding
- 7/8" neckband with 1x1 rib
- Responsible Materials: contains recycled polyester
- Responsible Supplier: this product was made in a facility that is FLA certified
Recommended applications
- Contractor apparel →
Heavyweight fabric stands up to jobsite wear.
- Premium merchandise →
Retail-tier cut and hand.
Similar alternatives
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (5.5 vs 5.5 oz)
- · Classic fit
- · Similar weight (5.6 vs 5.5 oz)
- · Classic fit
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Classic fit
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Similar weight (6 vs 5.5 oz)
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Covers S–3XL
Terms used on this page
- Combed Cotton
- Combed cotton is fiber mechanically combed after carding to remove short fibers and debris, producing a smoother, straighter strand for finer fabric.
- Recycled Polyester (rPET)
- Recycled polyester (rPET) is polyester fiber re-extruded from reclaimed plastic, mostly PET bottles, performing like virgin poly while supporting a garment's sustainability claim.
- Classic Fit
- Classic fit is the roomy, straight-cut 'full cut' T-shirt silhouette with generous body ease and minimal waist taper, built to fit the broadest range of body types.
- Neckband
- A neckband is the ribbed strip of fabric sewn around a tee's neck opening to finish the raw edge and hold the collar's shape.
- 1x1 Rib
- 1x1 rib is a knit alternating single knit and purl columns one stitch wide, giving collars and cuffs the stretch and recovery to snap back after wear.
- 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.