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AllPro 41870Y Youth Pro-Lock Performance Quarter-Zip Pullover

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Description

Youth Performance Quarter-Zip Pullover with Pro-Lock Technology for Screen Printing and Team Decoration

The AllPro 41870Y Youth Pro-Lock Performance Quarter-Zip Pullover delivers professional-grade decoration compatibility in a youth-sized performance layering piece designed for screen printers, embroidery shops, and team uniform programs. Built with Pro-Lock cationic disperse dyed polyester technology, this quarter-zip creates a bleed-resistant print surface that locks in colorfastness and produces vibrant, crisp graphics across all decoration methods. The 4 oz. polyester interlock jersey construction combines lightweight comfort with moisture-management properties and UPF 50 sun protection, making it ideal for youth sports programs, school spirit wear, outdoor event merchandise, and active team uniforms where performance and decoration quality are equally critical.


Key Product Specifications

  • Style Number: AllPro 41870Y
  • Fabric Weight: 4 oz./yd² (US), 6.7 oz./L yd (CA)
  • Fabric Composition: 100% polyester interlock jersey
  • Pro-Lock Technology: Cationic disperse dyed polyester for bleed-resistant printing
  • Moisture Management: Moisture-wicking properties
  • Sun Protection: UPF 50 protection
  • Snag Resistance: Snag-resistant fabric construction
  • Fit: Standard youth fit
  • Collar: 2" self-fabric cadet collar
  • Zipper: Dyed-to-match zipper with top and bottom self-fabric covering and locking YKK pull in Black
  • Sleeves: Hemmed long sleeves
  • Label: Tear away label for comfort and relabeling
  • Compliance: CPSIA Tracking Label Compliant

Fabric & Construction Overview

The AllPro 41870Y is constructed from 4 oz. 100% polyester interlock jersey that balances lightweight performance with structural integrity for youth applications. The interlock knit construction creates a smooth surface on both sides of the fabric, eliminating the texture variations common in single-knit jerseys and providing consistent decoration results across the entire garment. This dual-face stability is particularly valuable for screen printers working with youth sizing, where fabric shift during printing can compromise registration and detail quality.

The Pro-Lock technology represents a significant advancement in decoration-ready performance apparel. Unlike standard polyester that can experience dye migration during heat-press applications, the cationic disperse dyeing process used in Pro-Lock fabrics chemically bonds colorants to the fiber structure, creating a bleed-resistant foundation that maintains color separation integrity even under high-temperature decoration processes. This technology allows decorators to confidently apply DTF transfers, screen print plastisol inks, and heat-applied graphics without the color bleeding issues that plague conventional polyester blanks.

The moisture-management properties engineered into the fabric structure move perspiration away from the skin through capillary action, keeping young athletes comfortable during activity while maintaining the fabric's shape and decoration quality through repeated wear and washing cycles. The UPF 50 sun protection is built into the fiber composition rather than applied as a topical treatment, ensuring consistent protection that won't wash out or degrade over the garment's lifespan. The snag-resistant construction withstands the rigors of youth sports and active play without developing pulls or surface damage that can compromise both appearance and decoration longevity.

The 2-inch self-fabric cadet collar provides a professional finished appearance while creating a stable foundation for the quarter-zip closure. The dyed-to-match zipper features top and bottom self-fabric covering that protects the zipper teeth and creates a clean visual line, while the locking YKK pull in black ensures reliable operation through thousands of cycles. The hemmed long sleeves maintain their shape and length through repeated washing, and the tear-away label allows for easy removal and relabeling to support private label programs and custom branding initiatives.

Decoration Compatibility & Print Performance

The Pro-Lock polyester construction in the AllPro 41870Y creates an ideal surface for multiple decoration methods commonly used in youth team and spirit wear programs. Screen printers working with plastisol inks will find the smooth interlock surface accepts ink deposits evenly, with the bleed-resistant technology preventing dye migration that can muddy light-colored prints or create halos around graphic edges. The 4 oz. fabric weight provides sufficient body to support detailed multi-color designs without requiring excessive underbase layers, reducing production time and material costs while maintaining soft hand feel.

DTF transfer applications benefit significantly from the Pro-Lock technology's heat stability. The cationic dyeing process that creates the bleed-resistant properties also improves adhesion for heat-applied graphics, allowing transfers to bond securely to the fabric surface without the peeling or cracking issues common on standard polyester. The moisture-wicking properties don't interfere with transfer adhesion, and the smooth fabric surface eliminates the texture variations that can create air pockets or incomplete bonding in textured knits.

Embroidery shops will appreciate the interlock construction's stability during hooping and stitching. The dual-face knit structure resists puckering and distortion even with dense fill stitches or complex multi-needle designs, and the fabric's recovery properties allow it to return to its original shape after hoop removal. The standard youth fit provides adequate chest and back decoration areas for team logos, school emblems, and sponsor graphics, while the left chest area accommodates individual names or smaller logo placements common in youth uniform programs.

The tear-away label design supports relabeling operations for decorators running private label programs or custom team orders. The label removes cleanly without leaving adhesive residue or fabric damage, and the neck area provides sufficient space for heat-transfer labels or woven tags. The CPSIA tracking label compliance ensures the garment meets federal requirements for youth products, eliminating compliance concerns for decorators serving school and youth organization markets.

Wholesale & Program Buying Advantages

Youth sports programs and school spirit wear coordinators will find the AllPro 41870Y delivers the performance features parents expect in youth athletic apparel while maintaining the decoration compatibility and price point required for team uniform budgets. The Pro-Lock technology's bleed-resistant properties ensure decorated graphics maintain their appearance through entire seasons of wear and washing, reducing the need for mid-season reorders due to decoration failure. The moisture-management and UPF 50 protection add value that justifies the garment's position in program offerings, while the standard fit accommodates the range of youth body types without requiring extensive size sampling.

School uniform programs benefit from the AllPro 41870Y's professional appearance and durability specifications. The quarter-zip styling provides a polished look appropriate for school dress codes while offering the layering versatility students need for varying classroom temperatures and outdoor activities. The snag-resistant construction withstands the wear patterns typical in school environments, and the hemmed sleeves maintain their appearance through daily use and frequent laundering. The consistent sizing across color options simplifies inventory management for school stores and spirit wear coordinators managing multi-year programs.

Corporate and event merchandise buyers will appreciate the AllPro 41870Y's decoration-ready construction for youth participant programs, family events, and junior employee initiatives. The Pro-Lock technology ensures branded graphics maintain their vibrancy and color accuracy across the youth size range, creating consistent brand presentation from adult to youth sizing when paired with the men's and women's versions in the Pro-Lock collection. The moisture-wicking properties and UPF protection add functional value for outdoor events and active programs, while the professional styling supports corporate brand standards.

Bulk buyers and team dealers benefit from the AllPro 41870Y's reorder consistency and decoration predictability. The Pro-Lock technology's standardized performance across production runs eliminates the color variation and decoration compatibility issues that can plague multi-season team programs, and the style's availability in core team colors supports long-term program commitments. The CPSIA compliance and tear-away label design streamline the decoration and fulfillment process for high-volume youth orders, while the standard fit reduces the need for extensive size exchanges and returns.

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