AS Colour Heavy Crew | 5145

Description

The AS Colour Heavy Crew is the kind of blank that changes what you think a crewneck can be. At 400GSM, this is serious fleece — the weight you feel the moment you pick it up, the kind that makes people ask where it came from. The cotton-poly CVC blend gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color retention and shape stability that polyester brings to repeated washing. This is the blank for programs where the garment itself is part of the brand statement.

Who Orders It

Streetwear labels building collections where the blank quality is non-negotiable. Music venues and touring merch programs that need pieces fans will actually wear for years. Brewery and distillery brands creating retail-quality gear. Creative agencies and design studios ordering internal culture pieces. Nonprofits running capital campaigns where the premium feel signals the seriousness of the mission. Skate shops and action sports brands that understand their audience knows the difference.

Decoration

The 400GSM weight and structured fleece face handle screen printing beautifully — ink sits on the surface with minimal absorption, which means vibrant color payoff on larger chest prints and back pieces. Embroidery works cleanly on this weight with proper backing; the dense construction prevents puckering even at higher stitch counts. DTG prints well on the cotton-dominant face, though expect slight texture variation inherent to fleece surfaces. The relaxed fit means chest logos should be sized and placed accounting for natural fabric drape.

Specifications

• 400GSM heavyweight fleece construction
• Cotton-polyester CVC blend with recycled content
• Relaxed fit with ribbed cuffs and hem
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability post-wash
• Available in core colorways across S–3XL

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the 5145?
Screen printing delivers the strongest results — the dense fleece face holds ink cleanly with excellent color saturation. Embroidery works well with appropriate backing. DTG is viable but performs better on the lighter AS Colour blanks if fine detail is critical.

Is this too heavy for Southern California weather?
It’s a true heavyweight meant for cooler conditions or indoor wear. For year-round California programs, consider pairing it with a lighter crew option for seasonal flexibility.

How does the relaxed fit run compared to standard crews?
Size up if your audience prefers fitted. The relaxed cut sits looser through the body and shoulders than traditional athletic-cut fleece. Most streetwear programs order true to size for the intended oversized silhouette.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build something with weight behind it? Get a quote on your Heavy Crew program and we’ll walk you through decoration options.