The Next Level 6010 is what softness actually feels like. The triblend formula — 50% polyester, 25% combed ring-spun cotton, 25% rayon — sounds like a spec sheet, but rayon is the ingredient that changes everything. It gives the fabric a fluid, silk-like drape and a natural stretch that moves with the body without clinging. At 4.2 oz with a 32-singles thread count, the weave is fine enough that it feels broken-in straight out of the bag. Three different fibers absorbing dye at three different rates creates that signature heathered, multi-dimensional look that makes every colorway feel intentionally vintage. If you’re building a brand that needs to feel premium without announcing it, this is your blank.
Next Level 6010 Triblend Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Next Level 6010 run true to size?
Product
The 6010 has a side-seamed retail fit — tailored through the shoulders and chest, with a bit of forgiveness through the midsection. Most people wear their standard size. The fabric has natural stretch thanks to the rayon content, so it moves with the body rather than pulling. Customers who prefer a boxy or oversized look should size up.
Will the Next Level 6010 shrink after washing?
Care
Virtually none. Next Level pre-launders the fabric before sewing, and 75% of the blend — polyester and rayon — inherently resists shrinking. Wash cold, tumble dry low, and this shirt will fit the same after fifty washes as it did on day one.
What’s the best decoration method for the NL6010 triblend?
Decoration
Screen printing is the strongest choice for triblends — water-based inks sink into the heathered fibers and produce a soft, vintage, no-feel print that’s hard to achieve on any other blank. DTG is possible but requires experienced handling; the polyester and rayon content can cause prints to appear muddy if ink and curing aren’t dialed in correctly. Our in-house team accounts for this on every run.
Can I order the NL6010 in bulk with a custom logo?
Bulk Orders
Yes. Safari Sun has no order minimums and tiered pricing that drops at 12, 24, 48, and beyond. The 6010 is a popular choice for group orders — nearly everyone loves how a triblend feels, which makes it a safe bet when you’re ordering for a mixed audience. Upload your logo at safarisun.com to get started.
What’s the best custom shirt for brand merch that people will actually wear?
Custom Shirts
The blank matters more than most brands realize. The NL6010 is widely considered the softest wholesale t-shirt on the market — people keep it because it feels good, not because it has a logo on it. Pair it with quality in-house decoration and a proof process, and your merch stops feeling like a giveaway and starts feeling like a product.
How long does production and shipping take?
Turnaround
Production is business days or less from proof approval. Shipping is flat-rate $12.98, free on orders over $99. Rush orders are available upon request — contact us as early as possible and we’ll work around your deadline.
