UltraClub 8425 - Men's Cool & Dry Sport Performance Interlock Polo - Gray
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Description
The UltraClub 8425 Cool & Dry Sport Performance Polo is built on 4 oz 100% micro-polyester interlock knit. Interlock is a double-face construction: two layers of yarn knitted together, which produces a tighter, denser fabric than single-knit pique at the same weight. The practical result for decorators is a flatter, more stable print surface than standard mesh pique, with less fiber show-through on DTF films and less needle deflection risk on left-chest embroidery. The full polyester construction also opens sublimation as a viable route on white and light-colored pieces, which a cotton-blend polo cannot offer.
Embroidery is the primary decoration method for the 8425. The dense double-face interlock holds stitch registration well on the flat chest panel and the flat-knit ribbed collar. A light cut-away or tear-away stabilizer is sufficient given the interlock's structural stability. DTF transfers bond reliably across all 11 colorways at standard polyester transfer settings. For sublimation, route to white or light colors only. The 100% polyester substrate accepts disperse dye fully on white, with solid bright-on-white results. Screen printing with plastisol works on the flat front and back panels, but 100% polyester carries dye migration risk on dark and saturated grounds. Use a low-bleed, low-cure plastisol ink and test for bleed on dark grounds before a full run. DTG is not a practical route on any all-poly substrate.
- Brand: UltraClub
- Style: 8425 (Cool & Dry Sport Performance Men's Interlock Polo)
- Fabric: 4 oz / 135 gsm, 100% micro-polyester interlock
- Features: Moisture-wicking, UPF 30+, pill-resistant, snag-resistant, half-moon patch
- Construction: Double-face interlock knit, flat-knit ribbed collar, three-button placket, dyed-to-match buttons
- Fit: Men's relaxed
- Sizes: S-6XL
- Colors available: 11 (Black, Charcoal, Columbia Blue, Forest Green, Gray, Maroon, Navy, Red, Royal, Sapphire, White)
- Case quantity: available per piece or per case; contact TheClothingSpace to confirm current case pack for your color and size run
TheClothingSpace carries the UltraClub 8425 at wholesale pricing with bulk discounts that increase with case and unit quantity, among the lowest prices online for this style. Stocked colors ship fast within the US, which makes the 8425 a practical choice for team uniform, corporate event, and promotional programs with tight turnarounds. For the full range of blank polo options see our wholesale polo collection.
Features
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
- Seamless rib at neck
- Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear-away label
- Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
- 7/8" collar
- Classic fit
Shipping & Returns
All Blank orders of $59 or more are shipped FREE same day via UPS Ground. Blank orders under $59 will qualify for the following shipping options:
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- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
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Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return.
Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.
Decoration Method Compatibility
How this blank performs across popular decoration methods.
| Method | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Embroidery | ✓ | Primary method. Double-face interlock is structurally stable and holds stitch registration on the flat chest panel. Light cut-away or tear-away stabilizer sufficient. Left-chest opposite the three-button placket is standard placement. Flat-knit ribbed collar also embroiders well. |
| DTF Transfer | ✓ | Bonds to 100% polyester interlock at standard polyester transfer settings across all 11 colorways. Most practical all-range transfer route. Flat double-face surface seats film consistently. |
| Sublimation | ✓ | Fully viable on white and very light pieces. 100% polyester substrate accepts disperse dye fully on white, producing solid bright-on-white results. Not suitable on dark or saturated colorways. Route all dark-ground decoration to DTF or embroidery. |
| Screen Print (Plastisol) | ✓ | Works on flat front and back panels. 100% polyester carries dye migration risk on dark and saturated grounds. Use low-bleed, low-cure plastisol formulated for polyester. Test for dye bleed on dark grounds before full production run. On white and light grounds, standard plastisol works without a dye-block underbase. |
| Vinyl / HTV | ✓ | Bonds to polyester at standard HTV temperatures. Suitable for names, numbers, and small designs. Avoid large panels where the interlock's slight stretch could stress adhesion over time. |
| DTG | ✗ | 100% polyester does not accept pretreatment for DTG. Route to DTF or embroidery. |
| Discharge Printing | ✗ | Polyester will not discharge. Route to low-bleed plastisol screen print or DTF. |
Men's Performance Polo Comparison
| Spec | UltraClub 8425 Cool & Dry Interlock Polo | UltraClub 8406 Cool & Dry Two-Tone Polo | Devon & Jones DG20 CrownLux Performance Polo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $7.22 | $9.11 | $15.70 |
| Weight | 4 oz | 4 oz | 5.1 oz |
| Yarn / Fabric | 100% micro-polyester double-face interlock | 100% polyester, two-tone contrast panel construction | 61% poly / 39% cotton, dual-sided plaited mesh pique |
| Fit | Men's relaxed (S-6XL) | Men's (S-4XL) | Men's standard (XS-6XL) |
| Construction | Three-button placket, dyed-to-match buttons, flat-knit ribbed collar, moisture-wicking, UPF 30+, sublimation-ready on white | Contrast body and sleeve panels, moisture-wicking, three-button placket | Plaited mesh pique, moisture-wicking, UV 15-39, three-button placket |
| Best For | Team, event, and promotional programs needing a light, wicking polo with sublimation or embroidery capability at the lowest price point | Color-blocked team uniforms where the two-tone panel design is the primary visual feature | Corporate and hospitality programs where a softer cotton-back interior and elevated hand feel justify the higher price point |
Fabric Blend by Color Group
Not all colorways share the same fabric composition. Check the blend before ordering for decoration jobs where substrate matters.
| Color Group | Blend | Print Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| White | 100% micro-polyester, 4 oz | Sublimation fully viable. DTF primary for transfers. Standard plastisol screen print, no dye-block underbase needed. Embroidery with any thread color. Best colorway for maximum decoration method flexibility. |
| Light and mid-tone colors (Gray, Columbia Blue, Sapphire) | 100% micro-polyester, 4 oz | Sublimation viable on very light shades, partial on saturated mid-tones. DTF preferred for mid-tones. Plastisol with low-bleed ink, test for dye migration. Embroidery with contrast or matched thread. |
| Dark and saturated colors (Black, Navy, Charcoal, Forest Green, Maroon, Red, Royal) | 100% micro-polyester, 4 oz | No sublimation on dark grounds. DTF primary for consistent dark-ground results. Plastisol requires low-bleed, low-cure poly-formulated ink with dye-block underbase on the darkest grounds. Embroidery is the cleanest route on dark colors. |