Next Level Tank Top Fabric Guide: Cotton, CVC, Triblend, and Burnout

Next Level's reputation runs on fabric, and the brand spreads its tank lineup across several distinct fabric families, each with a different feel, weight, and print behavior. Here is how cotton blend, CVC, triblend, and burnout fabrics differ, and which of them show up in the Bear Grips Pro Shops catalog today.

Four Fabric Families in the Next Level Tank Lineup

Fabric	Composition	Feel
Cotton blend	Ringspun cotton and polyester	Soft, durable, everyday weight
CVC (Chief Value Cotton)	Higher cotton ratio cotton/poly blend	Softer than standard cotton, slightly lighter
Triblend	Cotton, polyester, and rayon	Softest option, lightweight, drapes close
Burnout	Chemically treated cotton/poly blend	Lighter, slightly sheer, vintage worn-in texture

Which Fabrics Bear Grips Pro Shops Prints Today

The catalog carries the cotton blend Ladies Racerback Tank ($19.88 VIP) and the triblend Women's Premium Racerback Tank ($25.88 VIP). CVC and burnout finishes are not currently in the catalog. Shops wanting a lighter, breezier fabric feel outside those two should look at the Bella+Canvas Women's Flowy Scoop Muscle Tank, covered in the brand comparison guide.

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How Fabric Choice Affects Print Quality

• Cotton blend. Smooth, even surface that holds sharp, high-contrast prints well.
• Triblend. Softer weave gives prints a slightly faded, vintage hand feel, popular for lifestyle brands.
• CVC and burnout. Lighter and more textured weaves can show more of the print's texture through the fabric, generally suited to simpler, bolder designs.

Weight and Drape by Fabric Type

Cotton blend fabric holds a structured shape and works well for a standard gym or event tank. Triblend fabric is noticeably lighter and drapes closer to the body. Burnout and flowy finishes sit even lighter still, trading structure for a breezy, worn-in feel suited to summer wear.

Matching Fabric to Your Shop's Use Case

• Gym daily wear. Cotton blend racerback tank, durable and affordable.
• Boutique or lifestyle brand. Triblend racerback tank, softer feel supports a premium retail price.
• Breezy summer or festival wear. Bella+Canvas flowy scoop muscle tank as the closest catalog match.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between CVC and triblend fabric?

CVC is a cotton-heavy cotton/polyester blend, softer than standard cotton. Triblend adds rayon to cotton and polyester for an even softer, lighter fabric. Bear Grips currently prints the triblend option, not CVC.

Does Bear Grips print Next Level burnout tanks?

Not currently. The catalog carries the cotton blend and triblend racerback tanks. For a lighter, more textured feel, the Bella+Canvas flowy scoop muscle tank is the closest option.

Which fabric holds a print best?

Cotton blend fabric holds the sharpest, highest-contrast print. Triblend and lighter fabrics give prints a softer, slightly vintage look.

Is triblend fabric worth the extra cost?

For shops selling at a premium retail price, yes. The softer feel and richer heather colors often justify the roughly $6 higher base price to end customers.