8 oz. 50/50 cotton/polyester. Full-zip. No drawcord. Youth sizes XS through XL. Multiple colors.

Key Features of the Gildan 18600B

• 8 oz., 50/50 cotton/polyester
• Sports Grey is 90/10 cotton/polyester
• Pill-resistant Heavy Blend construction
• Nylon full-zip closure
• Unlined hood
• No drawcord for added safety in youth programs
• Front pouch pockets
• 1x1 rib knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Double-needle stitching at waistband and cuffs
• Blank for screen printing or embroidery

About the Gildan 18600B

The Gildan 18600B is the youth full-zip version of the popular 18600 Heavy Blend Hoodie, built specifically for school and youth athletic programs that need a zip-up sweatshirt without a drawcord. Many school districts and youth organizations require or strongly prefer hoodies without drawcords for safety reasons, and the 18600B addresses that requirement directly while still delivering the convenient zip-up silhouette that kids and parents both prefer for the get-on, get-off practicality during active days.

At 8 ounces the 18600B has real warmth for cool weather wear, and the pill-resistant Heavy Blend construction keeps the garment looking clean through the kind of repeated washing that youth garments go through. The nylon zipper handles repeated use without snagging, and the unlined hood keeps the silhouette streamlined without adding bulk that kids might find uncomfortable. The 1x1 ribbed cuffs and waistband are reinforced with spandex for shape recovery that holds up over time. For schools, youth sports programs, summer camps, and any bulk youth application where a zip hoodie is preferred over a pullover, the 18600B is one of the most reliable options at this price point.

For the adult full-zip version in the same Heavy Blend construction, the Gildan 18600 Heavy Blend Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt is the natural companion for mixed-age programs. For a youth pullover hoodie without drawcords in the same family, the Gildan G185B Youth Heavy Blend Hoodie covers the pullover silhouette with the same safety design choices. For a youth performance full-zip with moisture-wicking fabric, check the Sport-Tek youth lineup for athletic alternatives.

FAQ

Why does the 18600B not have a drawcord?
Many school districts and youth athletic programs prohibit or strongly discourage hoodies with drawcords for safety reasons. Drawcords can catch on equipment, playground structures, or other hazards. The 18600B is specifically designed without a drawcord to meet those requirements while still providing a full zip-up hoodie silhouette appropriate for youth programs.

How does the 18600B compare to the adult 18600?
Both use the same 8-ounce 50/50 Heavy Blend construction. The 18600B is sized for youth and built without a drawcord. The 18600 is sized for adults and includes a standard drawcord hood. For mixed-age programs that need consistent appearance across youth and adult sizing, ordering both together gives you a coordinated look across the full size range.

What sizes are available?
Youth XS through XL.