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Ideal For
The CR280 is the go-to midweight crewneck for decorators building branded sweatshirt programs at wholesale volume. With 18 colorways in stock, ranging from staple neutrals to trending tones like Sage and Cream Beige, it covers streetwear drops, corporate merch, university programs, and seasonal collections. There is no minimum order on standard stock, so decorators can order a single crewneck to sample before committing to a full program.
Fabric & Construction
Built at 8.8 oz (298 GSM) in a 70/30 cotton-poly blend, the CR280 hits the sweet spot between substantial hand-feel and easy care. The seamless body eliminates side seams, giving decorators an uninterrupted print surface with no ridges to catch screens or platens. Set-in sleeves with two-needle coverstitching at the collar, armhole, and waistband reinforce high-stress seams. The 1×1 ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband incorporate spandex for shape recovery through repeat washes, and concealed cuff seams add a retail-tier finish. The tear-away label clears the neckline for private-label relabeling in seconds. Washing and drying decorated fleece the right way extends garment life. See our sweatshirt care guide.
Not sure how the CR280 stacks up against other blank crewnecks on the market? Our blank crewneck brand comparison lines up fabric weight, fit, and finish across popular options.
Decoration Guide
The 298 GSM fleece face holds screen-printed plastisol and water-based inks with sharp edge definition, making it ideal for spot-color logos and oversized prints. DTG performs equally well because the cotton-dominant blend absorbs ink evenly without the dye migration common in higher-poly blanks. Embroidery is excellent on this garment. The fabric weight supports dense stitch counts without puckering, and the seamless body means placements sit flat on the hoop. Heat-transfer vinyl bonds reliably for names and small-run work. Sublimation is limited to light colorways only, and expect muted results on 70/30 cotton-poly. See our screen printing guide for heavyweight and midweight fleece for press settings that match this weight.
| Method | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Print | Excellent | Dense fleece face holds plastisol and water-based with sharp detail |
| DTG | Excellent | Cotton-dominant blend absorbs ink evenly. Minimal dye migration |
| Embroidery | Excellent | 298 GSM weight supports dense stitch counts without stabilizer issues |
| Heat Transfer | Excellent | Fleece surface bonds well with HTV and printed transfers |
| Sublimation | Limited | Light colors only. 70/30 cotton-poly mutes vibrancy |
Pairs Well With
Pair the CR280 with the Fleece Joggers (8801) for a full matching sweatsuit program, or with Fleece Shorts (7770) for warm-weather sets that move through spring and summer. Both bottoms share the same 8.8 oz 70/30 fabric and colorway palette, so dye-lot matching is seamless. For clients who prefer a hooded option in the same weight class, offer the Midweight Pullover Hoodie (P280) as the companion piece. The same fabric is also used in the Youth Fleece Jogger Pant (Y5501) in youth sizing. A youth hoodie in the same 8.8 oz 70/30 fleece is also available as the Youth Pullover Hoodies (Y300).
Size Chart
All measurements in inches. Measured flat, unstretched.
| Size | Chest | Body Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 20″ | 27″ |
| M | 22″ | 28″ |
| L | 24″ | 29″ |
| XL | 26″ | 30″ |
| 2XL | 28″ | 31″ |
| 3XL | 30″ | 32″ |
Tolerance: ±0.5″. Measurements may vary slightly between colorways due to dye process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for the CR280 crewneck?
There is no minimum order on standard stock CR280 colorways, so you can order a single crewneck to sample fit and fabric before committing to a full program. There is no restriction on mixing sizes or colors within one order. Custom colors on this style require 600 pieces per color, and a brand new custom cut and sew style requires 2,400 units.
When will my CR280 order ship, and how long do custom orders take?
In-stock paid orders placed by 12pm PT ship the same day. Custom orders, including new colorways or private label styles, run 120 days total, 60 days for production and 60 days for shipping.
Is the CR280 a midweight or heavyweight crewneck?
The CR280 is 8.8 oz (298 GSM) in a 70/30 cotton-poly blend, which Three Layer classifies as midweight. Only the 8.8 oz styles, P280, CR280, and the 7770 shorts, carry the midweight label. Anything at 8.0 oz or under is lightweight, and 10 oz and up is heavyweight, like the 12 oz 15001 Urban hoodie.
How does the CR280 compare to other blank crewnecks like Bella+Canvas or Independent Trading Co?
The CR280 runs 8.8 oz (298 GSM) in a 70/30 cotton-poly blend with a seamless body. Bella+Canvas 3901, a comparable raglan sleeve crewneck, runs lighter at 8.0 oz in a 52/48 cotton-poly blend. GSM is not manufacturer-stated for the 3901, the converted figure is 271. Independent Trading Co IND4000 runs heavier at 10 oz (330 gsm, manufacturer-stated) in a 70/30 blend with a 100 percent cotton face yarn. Decorators who want more weight than the CR280 without moving to full heavyweight fleece often compare it against the IND4000.
What decoration methods work best on the CR280?
Screen print, DTG, embroidery, and heat transfer all rate excellent on the CR280’s 298 GSM fleece face. Sublimation is limited to light colorways only, since the 70/30 cotton-poly blend mutes vibrancy compared to 100 percent polyester.
What sizes and colors does the CR280 come in?
The CR280 ships in sizes S to 3XL across 18 colorways, including staple neutrals plus on trend tones like Sage and Cream Beige.
