Great shirt. Fits perfectly. Washed up nice and kept its shape
The Standard Issue Thermal
Black / S
$45
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The Standard Issue Thermal
$45
A lightweight, soft waffle-knit thermal built for lifters: room through the chest and shoulders without the extra length.
The waffle knit thermal has been a staple for decades: first issued, then adopted everywhere from outdoor job sites to weight rooms.
We kept it simple with a lightweight fabric and relaxed fit, perfect for year-round wear. Though the fabric looks normal, it is far from it. With 32 singles ring spun cotton, you can feel the immediate difference in comfort, softness, and breathability when worn.
With broader shoulders and a slightly shorter body, it's designed to work with the proportions you’ve earned in the gym. Finished with minimal branding and a reinforced hem for durability, nothing is added that doesn’t belong.
An old standard, reworked.
Model is 5'11", 190 lbs and wears a size Large.
Details
- Lightweight waffle knit thermal
- 5.5oz fabric weight
- 60% combed ring-spun cotton / 40% recycled polyester
- Soft, breathable & quick to dry
- Comfortable on broad shoulders
- Slightly shorter body length
- Understated 1x1" hem tag
- Side-seamed construction
- Tear-away label
Size & Fit
Cut slightly shorter than a standard long sleeve, so you can size up without extra length.
Shipping
All orders ship from inside the U.S.(Tennessee or Colorado)
Orders ship within 48 hours via USPS or UPS.
We do not ship from or to outside the U.S.
Returns & Exchanges
Returns and exchanges accepted within 60 days of delivery on unworn, unwashed items. Read more here.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 137 reviews.
Feels like high quality and fit is great. I haven't washed the thermal or sweats yet so not sure if they're going to shrink. I'm 6'1" and 195lbs and I bought large for both.
Fantastic material, perfect fit, and I love the sweat!
Tried it on. Love it. Fits great and moves well. Can't wait to get some blood and sweat on it. Only problem is I wish I had gotten more.
I wanted to get a few work outs in before the review and that’s exactly what I did. It was all good I enjoyed using these at the gym. I ordered in two different sizes, Large and X-Large because I didn’t know which one would fit better and I ended up keeping the X-Large ones for myself. The length of the shirt was the main reason I decided to keep them since they were a bit longer. The sleeves were better as well. I did enjoy using these and I can’t wait to keep using them for the colder seasons. I recommend sizing up but if you don’t mind the shorter fit then by all means go and grab them to your size.
I really like your waffle shirts. For years I've looked for a quality waffle shirt to mimic the one I got from dad 20 years ago. I Think you guys cracked the code. I've only washed it once so I hope the quality maintains moving forward
The fit in these are 👌 perfection. Chefs kiss. Been looking for something like this. Athletic across the arms and shoulders but loose enough around the waist. I’ll be ordering more
Great product. 10/10. Great pump cover but it also highlights what you want it to. Couldnt be happier.
The fit is perfect for that old school feel. It’s got that Mike mentzer look🔥
Love how lightweight these thermals are compared to others. Keeps the body warm while lifting as it should be.
Phenomonal shirts!
It fits great and moves well with me while warming up
Very nice and well fitted, I thought they were gonna look more loose on me since I don’t consider myself very muscular. I’m 5’7 and 155 lbs lean, and I look jacked on them!
Oxblood in XL. 5’10. 200lbs
Amazing!
This is absolutely the best fitting thermal or any shirt I have ever purchased. Compliments my physique very well. I’m 5’10 200lbs. Athletic/ broad shoulders.
Quality is amazing, fits really good and no strain while lifting. Favorite long sleeve by far
Great fit and thin enough to not feel out of place while lifting. Exactly what I wanted. Liked that 2 shirts clears the bar for free shipping. Wish these were $30-35 but as a new product in 2026 this is a fair price (so long as it stays for a couple years). Also wish it was either less polyester or notably from recycled materials. But finally have a thermal that fits the shoulders and breathes while I’m training. Looking at the black and waiting for the sweatpants as well. Thanks Cade and team.
true to size and great fit where you want it, fitted around the upper chest, upper back, and arms, with breathability from the midsection down. the material mix is great, high quality cotton with nice elasticity. Its a great shirt to wear for layers during work and then immediately go hit a lift + errands in it.
I’ve been wearing the thermal nonstop while running, lifting, and climbing. The fit is great and the lightweight material makes it super breathable while exercising. I’m planning on getting the black and olive as well
Digging the feel of this thermal. Got all three colors.
Excellent thermals. Just the right thickness, soft, fits my shoulders, drapes well and just the right length in the arms and waist.
Lightweight thermal just as advertised. Not a whole lot to write home about. I’m 5’8 medium build a medium fits perfect.
To short
Great fit. Wish I would have gotten one in every color.
I never wanna take it off!!
Perfect! Soft and has a highneck line like I want.
love these clothes!!!!
fit and feel was old school training
The pump go’s crazy with this color🤟🔥
Great fit in the arms, chest and shoulders and loose around the waist for the off season bulk.
No tall size. Went up two sizes hoping it would help, not so much.
fits well and is very comfortably
shirts fit me well and are extremely comfortable
Sizing accuracy isn’t great. Matched up the measurements I typically wear to the correct size on their chart. Sleeve length and “fit” of the chest were good, but the length is short.
Liked it
Super soft & the fit is amazing!
Great fit, great fabric. Most comfortable thermal I’ve ever had. Helped me work up a good sweat without sacrificing comfort or flexibility!
You guys got me the wrong size
Store owner replied: Joseph! So sorry to hear we got you the wrong size. I just sent you an email but we will send out the correct size first thing tomorrow morning.
Good shirt
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 137 reviews.
Great shirt. Fits perfectly. Washed up nice and kept its shape
Feels like high quality and fit is great. I haven't washed the thermal or sweats yet so not sure if they're going to shrink. I'm 6'1" and 195lbs and I bought large for both.
Fantastic material, perfect fit, and I love the sweat!
Tried it on. Love it. Fits great and moves well. Can't wait to get some blood and sweat on it. Only problem is I wish I had gotten more.
I wanted to get a few work outs in before the review and that’s exactly what I did. It was all good I enjoyed using these at the gym. I ordered in two different sizes, Large and X-Large because I didn’t know which one would fit better and I ended up keeping the X-Large ones for myself. The length of the shirt was the main reason I decided to keep them since they were a bit longer. The sleeves were better as well. I did enjoy using these and I can’t wait to keep using them for the colder seasons. I recommend sizing up but if you don’t mind the shorter fit then by all means go and grab them to your size.
I really like your waffle shirts. For years I've looked for a quality waffle shirt to mimic the one I got from dad 20 years ago. I Think you guys cracked the code. I've only washed it once so I hope the quality maintains moving forward
The fit in these are 👌 perfection. Chefs kiss. Been looking for something like this. Athletic across the arms and shoulders but loose enough around the waist. I’ll be ordering more
Great product. 10/10. Great pump cover but it also highlights what you want it to. Couldnt be happier.
The fit is perfect for that old school feel. It’s got that Mike mentzer look🔥
Love how lightweight these thermals are compared to others. Keeps the body warm while lifting as it should be.
Phenomonal shirts!
It fits great and moves well with me while warming up
Very nice and well fitted, I thought they were gonna look more loose on me since I don’t consider myself very muscular. I’m 5’7 and 155 lbs lean, and I look jacked on them!
Oxblood in XL. 5’10. 200lbs
Amazing!
This is absolutely the best fitting thermal or any shirt I have ever purchased. Compliments my physique very well. I’m 5’10 200lbs. Athletic/ broad shoulders.
Quality is amazing, fits really good and no strain while lifting. Favorite long sleeve by far
Great fit and thin enough to not feel out of place while lifting. Exactly what I wanted. Liked that 2 shirts clears the bar for free shipping. Wish these were $30-35 but as a new product in 2026 this is a fair price (so long as it stays for a couple years). Also wish it was either less polyester or notably from recycled materials. But finally have a thermal that fits the shoulders and breathes while I’m training. Looking at the black and waiting for the sweatpants as well. Thanks Cade and team.
true to size and great fit where you want it, fitted around the upper chest, upper back, and arms, with breathability from the midsection down. the material mix is great, high quality cotton with nice elasticity. Its a great shirt to wear for layers during work and then immediately go hit a lift + errands in it.
I’ve been wearing the thermal nonstop while running, lifting, and climbing. The fit is great and the lightweight material makes it super breathable while exercising. I’m planning on getting the black and olive as well
Digging the feel of this thermal. Got all three colors.
Excellent thermals. Just the right thickness, soft, fits my shoulders, drapes well and just the right length in the arms and waist.
Lightweight thermal just as advertised. Not a whole lot to write home about. I’m 5’8 medium build a medium fits perfect.
To short
Great fit. Wish I would have gotten one in every color.
I never wanna take it off!!
Perfect! Soft and has a highneck line like I want.
love these clothes!!!!
fit and feel was old school training
The pump go’s crazy with this color🤟🔥
Great fit in the arms, chest and shoulders and loose around the waist for the off season bulk.
No tall size. Went up two sizes hoping it would help, not so much.
fits well and is very comfortably
shirts fit me well and are extremely comfortable
Sizing accuracy isn’t great. Matched up the measurements I typically wear to the correct size on their chart. Sleeve length and “fit” of the chest were good, but the length is short.
Liked it
Super soft & the fit is amazing!
Great fit, great fabric. Most comfortable thermal I’ve ever had. Helped me work up a good sweat without sacrificing comfort or flexibility!
You guys got me the wrong size
Store owner replied: Joseph! So sorry to hear we got you the wrong size. I just sent you an email but we will send out the correct size first thing tomorrow morning.
Good shirt