UltraClub 8620 - Men's Cool & Dry Basic Performance T-Shirt - Charcoal
Selected Color: Charcoal8 colors
Choose Size
Description
The UltraClub 8620 is a 4 oz 100% polyester performance tee built for sublimation, athletic programs, and high-volume promotional runs where moisture management and per-unit cost both matter. The lightweight polyester knit wicks moisture away from the skin, resists pilling and snagging through repeated industrial wash cycles, and carries a UPF 30 sun protection rating. The relaxed fit runs true through S to 6XL, and the tear-away label lets decorators remove factory branding cleanly before relabeling.
For sublimation, the 8620 is a strong candidate. The 100% polyester construction accepts sublimation dye at full saturation on white and light-coloured grounds (White, Gray, Columbia Blue). Dark colourways (Black, Navy, Charcoal) block sublimation transfer and should be routed to DTF or screen print instead. The lightweight 4 oz knit keeps dwell time short and reduces the ghosting risk that heavier poly blanks sometimes introduce when the substrate shifts under the press. For DTF, the polyester surface bonds reliably with transfer adhesive at standard time and temperature across the full colour range, including darks. For screen printing, 100% polyester requires a low-bleed polyester-blocking underbase on dark and mid-tone grounds, with cure temperature held at or below 270F to prevent dye migration from the fabric bleeding through the ink film. Water-based and discharge inks are not viable on polyester. For embroidery, the 4 oz weight is light, so use cut-away backing and keep stitch density moderate to prevent puckering on a lightweight performance knit.
- Brand: UltraClub
- Style: 8620
- Fabric: 100% polyester performance knit
- Weight: 4 oz/yd2
- Features: Moisture-wicking, pill-resistant, snag-resistant, UPF 30 sun protection
- Construction: Relaxed fit, set-in sleeves, tear-away label
- Fit: Men's relaxed
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL
- Colors available: 8 colours (White, Black, Red, Royal, Navy, Charcoal, Columbia Blue, Gray)
The 8620 fills a specific slot in a decorator's poly blank inventory: it is the budget performance tee in the UltraClub Cool and Dry line, sitting below the 8420 Sport Performance Interlock which uses a denser interlock knit at the same 4 oz weight. The 8420 interlock holds finer embroidery detail and lays flatter for screen registration, but costs more per unit. For large-run sublimation on light grounds or DTF across the full colour card, the 8620 delivers the substrate at a lower cost per piece. Order by the piece or by the case with no minimum quantity requirement. TheClothingSpace stocks the UltraClub 8620 at wholesale pricing with bulk discounts that increase with case and unit quantity, among the lowest prices online for this style, with fast US shipping on stocked colours.
Looking for performance blanks for your next athletic or promotional program? Browse wholesale blank t-shirts.
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:
- USPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $4.99
- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
Read our Shipping Policy for more information.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sublimation | ✓ | 100% polyester, full saturation on white and light grounds (White, Gray, Columbia Blue). Dark colours block transfer. |
| DTF Transfer | ✓ | Polyester surface bonds reliably at standard time/temp across all colours including darks |
| Screen Print (Plastisol) | ✓ | Requires low-bleed poly-block underbase on darks, cure at or below 270F to prevent dye migration |
| Embroidery | ✓ | Lightweight 4 oz, use cut-away backing, moderate stitch density to prevent puckering |
| Vinyl / HTV | ✓ | Standard press, moderate temp to avoid scorching lightweight poly |
| DTG | ✗ | 100% polyester, pre-treat does not bond properly, ink washes out after laundering |
| Water-based / Discharge | ✗ | Not viable on polyester, requires cotton fibre to absorb and bond |
How Does the UltraClub 8620 Compare?
| Spec | UltraClub 8620 | UltraClub 8420 | UltraClub 8620L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $3.77 | $4.09 | $3.14 |
| Weight | 4 oz | 4 oz | 4 oz |
| Yarn / Fabric | 100% polyester performance knit | 100% micro-polyester interlock | 100% polyester performance knit |
| Fit | Men's relaxed | Men's relaxed | Women's relaxed |
| Construction | Performance knit, tear-away | Interlock knit, double-needle | Performance knit, tear-away |
| Best For | Budget sublimation, large-run promos, athletic programs | Embroidery, finer screen detail, premium athletic | Women's cut of same fabric, matched program |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| All colours (White, Black, Red, Royal, Navy, Charcoal, Columbia Blue, Gray) | 100% polyester | Uniform composition across all 8 colours, no blend exceptions |
| Light grounds (White, Gray, Columbia Blue) | 100% polyester | Sublimation-ready at full dye saturation |
| Dark grounds (Black, Navy, Charcoal, Red, Royal) | 100% polyester | Sublimation blocked, route to DTF or screen print with poly-block underbase and low cure |







