Custom Gildan 186B YOUTH Heavy Blend Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt

The Gildan 5000 (Heavy Cotton) is 5.3 oz with a classic, slightly heavier feel — ideal for screen printing. The Gildan 2000 (Ultra Cotton) is 6.0 oz with an even more substantial weight. Both are 100% cotton. Choose the 5000 for the best balance of printability and comfort, or the 2000 for maximum durability.

The Gildan 186B YOUTH Heavy Blend Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt is preshrunk to minimize shrinkage. When following care instructions (machine wash cold, tumble dry low), you can expect minimal to no shrinkage. The fit stays consistent wash after wash.

The Gildan 186B is available in sizes S through 5XL, offering one of the widest size ranges in the industry. Youth and ladies' fit versions are also available in separate styles.

Absolutely! T-Shirt Elephant has NO minimum order requirement for Gildan products. Order 1 shirt or 10,000 — we treat every order with the same care and quality. Volume discounts are automatically applied at checkout.

Standard production on Gildan products is 10 business days from art approval. Rush production (7 business days) is available for an additional fee. Shipping time is additional — most Canadian orders arrive within 2-5 business days after production.

For bulk orders (12+), screen printing offers the best value and durability. For full-colour photos or small quantities, DTG or DTF printing is ideal. For names and numbers, heat transfer vinyl works great. For a premium look on polos and hoodies, embroidery is recommended. Our team can help you choose the best method for your project.

Yes! We ship custom printed Gildan apparel to every province and territory in Canada. Free shipping on orders over $250. We also ship to the USA. All orders are printed in Canada.

Gildan is committed to ethical manufacturing and sustainability. Their products are manufactured in WRAP-certified facilities and Gildan has received numerous sustainability certifications. The Gildan 186B tear-away label also allows for easy rebranding with your own custom label.

Yes! You can order a single blank Gildan 186B through our Buy Blank feature to feel the fabric and check the fit before placing a bulk order. No minimum required.