Bayside Unisex USA-Made 50/50 T-Shirt | 1701

Description

The Bayside 1701 is the domestic workhorse tee that union print shops and large-volume decorators have relied on for decades. The 50/50 cotton-poly blend delivers the soft hand-feel of cotton with polyester’s dimensional stability — meaning fewer problems with shrinkage, fewer rejects, and cleaner print registration across multi-hundred piece runs. Made in the USA with a medium weight that feels substantial without being heavy.

Who Orders It

Labor unions and trade organizations ordering American-made apparel for member programs. Municipal governments and civic groups running community events. Political campaigns needing fast-turn domestic production. Schools and athletic booster clubs building fundraiser inventory. Manufacturing companies and contractors who specify USA-made for their workforce apparel. Veteran-focused nonprofits and patriotic merchandise programs where domestic origin matters to the customer.

Decoration

The 50/50 blend is a screen printer’s staple — the polyester content reduces shrinkage and keeps the print surface stable through curing, while the cotton accepts plastisol ink with good opacity. Expect reliable results with standard screen printing techniques. For DTG, pre-treat as you would any poly-blend and anticipate slightly less vibrancy than 100% cotton. The medium weight handles embroidery well for left-chest or sleeve placements without requiring backing on smaller designs.

Specifications

• 50% cotton, 50% polyester blend
• Medium weight construction
• Made in USA
• Unisex sizing with classic fit
• Tubular body construction
• Available in a range of core colors

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on the Bayside 1701?
Screen printing is the natural fit — the 50/50 blend was designed for it. The polyester content keeps the garment stable during curing and reduces shrinkage-related misprints. DTG works but requires proper pretreatment for the poly content.

Why does USA-made matter for blank apparel?
Some programs require domestic production — union contracts, government purchasing rules, or brand positioning around American manufacturing. The 1701 meets those requirements without compromising on printability or durability.

How does the sizing run?
The 1701 runs true to traditional unisex sizing — slightly boxier than fashion-fit blanks. If your recipients prefer a slimmer cut, consider sizing down or spec a different style for that program.

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 run your next USA-made program? Get a custom quote from our team and we’ll match the right decoration method to your timeline and budget.