Bear Grips Pro ShopsBella+Canvas Long Sleeve Tee Guide: Jersey, Triblend, and Heavyweight Explained
- Bella+Canvas makes long sleeve tees in jersey, triblend, and heavyweight garment-dyed fabrics.
- Bear Grips carries the Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt at $29.88 VIP base.
- Long sleeves cover the shoulder-season gap between a tee and a hoodie.
- No minimum order, single piece printing, ships in about a week.
Bella+Canvas produces long sleeve tees across several fabric weights, from a lightweight jersey to a heavier garment-dyed piece. Here is what each fabric type is built for, and what Bear Grips Pro Shops carries under this category.
Long Sleeve Fabric Types Explained
| Fabric type | Feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Jersey cotton | Lightweight, soft | Layering, everyday wear |
| Triblend | Soft, slightly heathered look | Lifestyle and casual branding |
| Heavyweight garment-dyed | Heavier, more structured | Standalone wear in cooler weather |
These fabric types describe the broader Bella+Canvas long sleeve lineup. The specific piece Bear Grips carries is a lighter, jersey-style cotton long sleeve built for everyday and layered wear.
What Bear Grips Carries: The Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt
The Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt runs $35.94 on the free plan and $29.88 on VIP, a $6.06 savings. It is built for shoulder-season wear, worn alone in mild weather or layered under a hoodie once temperatures drop.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.When a Long Sleeve Earns Its Place in a Shop
- Shoulder-season demand. Fall and spring, when a tee is not enough and a hoodie is too much.
- Sun coverage. Outdoor training or event days where covered arms beat sunscreen reapplication.
- Layering piece. Worn under a Comfort Soft Hoodie or Champion Performance Hoodie for cold-weather stacking.
Design Placement on a Long Sleeve
Left chest plus full back is the most-used layout, matching the standard tee placement. Long sleeves also open up sleeve printing as a design zone, a small tagline or handle printed down the upper arm, which is unique to this piece compared to a short-sleeve tee.
Pricing the Long Sleeve for Retail
At $29.88 VIP base, a $38-$44 retail price is a common working zone, roughly $8-$14 profit per piece. See the full Bella+Canvas catalog for how this pairs with the tee, tank, and cropped hoodie in one shop.
Add the Long Sleeve to Your Shop
Cotton long sleeve with your logo, $29.88 VIP base. No minimum.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Is the Bella+Canvas long sleeve triblend or cotton?
The Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt in the Bear Grips catalog is a cotton fabric built for everyday and layered wear.
How much does the long sleeve cost compared to the short sleeve tee?
The Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt runs $29.88 VIP base, about $10 more than the Women's Favorite Tee at $19.88 VIP base.
Can I print on the sleeve?
Yes, sleeve printing is available as an additional placement alongside chest and back prints.
Is a heavyweight garment-dyed long sleeve available in the catalog?
The current Bear Grips lineup carries the standard cotton long sleeve under this brand. Heavier options are available under Sport-Tek in the catalog.
