Bayside

Bayside: USA-Made Wholesale Apparel

Every Bayside garment is made in the United States, perhaps the main reason most buyers reach for the brand: when a procurement program has a Buy American clause, when a school district requires domestic sourcing, when a customer's marketing actually depends on the "Made in USA" label being defensible, Bayside is the wholesale answer that doesn't require asking the supplier to prove it. Two of the styles in the lineup (the BA2955 long-sleeve and BA3055 pocket long-sleeve crew) go further and are union-made, which matters for government, labor-union, and political-organization programs where union sourcing is part of the brief. Every Bayside piece on Bulkthreads ships same day with automatic volume discounts at checkout.

Short Sleeve Tees

The standard Bayside short-sleeve lineup splits between two weight tiers: midweight builds in the 5.4 oz. range (the BA1701 50/50 blend and BA5040 100% cotton, plus the 5040 in the unisex modern-fit cut), and heavyweight 6.1 oz. cotton tees (BA2905, BA5100, and the 5100 in unisex sizing). The 6.1 oz. heavyweights are the workhorses for programs that want a substantial USA-made tee without going to a premium tier; the 5.4 oz. options work better when budget pressure is real or the program prefers a lighter hand. The 5710 is the lone triblend in the catalog for boutique and lifestyle programs that want the soft, heathered hand without leaving USA-made sourcing.

Pocket Tees

The pocket tee category is a Bayside strength. The BA3015, BA7100, and 7100 cover the 6.1 oz. heavyweight cotton pocket tee in standard, retail, and unisex modern fits. The BA5070 covers the 5.4 oz. midweight pocket option. Pocket tees move heavily in trade, hospitality, hardware, and outdoor program orders where pen and tool storage on the chest is part of the daily uniform.

Long Sleeve Tees

The long-sleeve lineup mirrors the short-sleeve weight tiers with both midweight and heavyweight builds, plain and pocketed. The two union-made options, the BA2955 long-sleeve and BA3055 pocket crew, sit in this category. The remaining long sleeves cover the standard fits: BA5060 and BA6100 for plain long sleeves, and BA1730 and BA8100 for pocketed versions.

Hooded Sweatshirts and Crewnecks

The hoodie line covers three distinct programs. The 9.5 oz. 80/20 fleece is the standard build, available as the BA960 and 960 pullovers, the BA900 full-zip, the BA920 quarter-zip, and the BA1102 crewneck.

For programs that need real cold-weather performance, the Super Heavy line is the right pick. The BA4000 is the standard Super Heavy pullover, and the thermal-lined BA930 pullover and BA940 full-zip add an inner thermal lining for outdoor work and cold-climate programs. These compete with the heavyweight hoodie tier from brands like Independent Trading Co. and Comfort Colors but with USA-made sourcing.

Polos and Performance

The BA1000 is the only polo in the catalog: a 6.1 oz. cotton pique that holds embroidery cleanly for corporate and hospitality programs where USA-made matters. The BA5300 short-sleeve and BA5360 long-sleeve cover the 100% polyester moisture-wicking category for athletic, outdoor, and corporate programs that need performance fabric without giving up USA sourcing — a relatively rare combination in the wholesale market, since most polyester performance blanks are imported.

All Bayside styles ship same day via UPS Ground and typically arrive in 1 to 3 business days. Automatic volume discounts apply at checkout across all order sizes (no codes required), and free returns are included on every order. Related collections: USA-Made Apparel, Comfort Colors, Independent Trading Co.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bayside actually made in the USA?

Yes. Bayside is one of the few wholesale apparel brands where every style in the catalog is fully made in the United States, including the cutting, sewing, and assembly. For Buy American Act procurement programs, school district domestic-sourcing requirements, and "Made in USA" branded merchandise where the label has to hold up to scrutiny, Bayside is the practical pick. Two styles (the BA2955 long-sleeve and BA3055 pocket long-sleeve crew) are also union-made, which matters for government, labor-union, and political-organization programs.

How does Bayside compare to Gildan, Hanes, and other budget-friendly tee brands?

Bayside is consistently more expensive than imported budget brands like Gildan, Hanes, or Fruit of the Loom, which is the trade-off for USA-made sourcing. The fabric quality is comparable to mid-tier blanks but the sourcing premium is real. For programs where price is the only factor, Bayside isn't the answer. For programs where domestic sourcing is a requirement (procurement clauses, education contracts, defense and government work) or a meaningful brand asset (made-in-USA-positioned consumer brands, political and labor-aligned merch), the premium is the entire reason buyers come to Bayside in the first place.

Which Bayside hoodie should I order: the 9.5 oz. or the Super Heavy?

The 9.5 oz. 80/20 line (BA960 pullover, BA900 full-zip, BA920 quarter-zip) covers the standard hoodie weight class for everyday and shoulder-season wear. The Super Heavy line (BA4000 pullover, plus the BA930 and BA940 thermal-lined options) is genuinely heavier and built for cold-weather work, outdoor programs, and any environment where the standard 9.5 oz. weight isn't enough. The thermal-lined BA930 and BA940 add an interior thermal lining for the coldest applications.

Do Bayside orders at Bulkthreads qualify for volume discounts?

Yes. Automatic volume discounts apply at checkout across all Bayside styles (no codes required). All orders ship same day and typically arrive in 1 to 3 business days, with free returns on every order.