What embroidery size works on 280 gsm?

Standard 8 × 8 cm chest left at 5,000-8,000 stitches — sweet spot for company logo. Up to 12 × 12 cm and 12,000 stitches possible on the chest. Price by embroidery area: 8 × 8 cm (64 cm²) band up to 70 cm², 12 × 12 cm (144 cm²) band up to 150 cm². Back crest up to 25 × 25 cm possible, above 250 cm² price on request.

Regatta Thor III Fleece Embroidery

Q: What is the difference between Thor III and Thor II?

Thor III is the successor to the Thor II. To add to existing Thor II stock, ask about colour and fit before ordering.

Q: How long does the embroidery on Thor III last?

Polyester multifilament on microfleece practically unlimited. Thread colours hold up even after many washes at 40 °C. At 60 °C Madeira Classic Rayon recommended over Polyneon.

Q: What does embroidery cost for 10 employee jackets?

10 pieces with 1-side embroidery (8 × 8 cm): embroidery €11.86 net per piece plus €44.00 net digitising (on every order) = €162.60 net for the embroidery, plus jackets (price per colour and size as shown on the product page, less 3 % volume discount) and shipping. Second position with its own per-piece price and digitising.

Q: Can I have the Thor III embroidered on the chest despite the full-length zip?

Yes. Chest logo on the left next to the zip, standard up to 8 × 8 cm. We check the position in the mockup before releasing embroidery. Large designs on the back (up to 25 × 25 cm).

Q: Is it worth ordering reserve sizes for new employees?

Yes — 10-15 % reserve over crew headcount typical. Design stays saved in the customer account. Reorder via “Nachbestellen” under “Meine Designs” (design loads into the configurator, choose colour, sizes and quantity again); digitising charged on reorders too, volume discount by the quantity of each order.

Regatta Thor III TRF532 profile

The Thor III is part of the Regatta Professional workwear line and is widely used in European trade businesses as a standard mid-layer. Material: 100 % polyester microfleece at 280 gsm density, anti-pill treatment, full-length zip, raglan sleeves, two side zip pockets, fleece cuffs and an adjustable drawcord at the hem. Sizes XS–4XL for men, women's version TRF541 in 10 (36) to 20 (46). Nine colours: Black, Seal Grey, Dark Navy, Royal, Oxford Blue, Classic Red, Glowlight, Bordeaux and Bottle Green.

Anti-pill here is not a marketing word: the fibre undergoes a special treatment that prevents the typical fleece pilling on the outside after multiple washes. That is the main reason a Thor III still looks decent after three years of crew use — where cheaper fleece pullovers resemble tennis balls after one season.

Material and construction — what microfleece does in the workshop

Microfleece is not equal to microfleece. The Thor III uses a double-knit microfleece with two support threads per row, which is significantly more dimensionally stable than the cheap single-knit fleece of other brands. Practically: the jacket keeps its shape even after 20 washes, the zip pockets do not stretch out and the collar does not flop like on cheaper models.

Anti-pill treatment and wash resistance

Anti-pill means the fibre ends of the microfleece surface are thermally sealed. That prevents mini-knots forming where the fabric is rubbed (e.g. against shoulder straps or rucksack braces). In everyday use the surface stays largely unchanged even after many washes at 40 °C. At 60 °C wash (often needed for heavily soiled workwear) 30-plus washes without visible pilling are realistic.

Fabric density and warmth performance

280 gsm microfleece is the right density for a mid-layer: warm enough for spring and autumn outdoor work, thin enough not to bind under a softshell or hardshell outer jacket. In severe winter (below zero) you need a heavier layer — look at the Regatta Outback II Bodywarmer or the Ardmore rain jacket. In summer outdoor work the Thor III alone over a t-shirt is often already too warm; in that case a thinner 200 gsm microfleece is the better pick.

Women's version TRF541

The women's version, the Ladies' Thor III (TRF541), is not just "the same in smaller sizes". The cut is slightly narrower at the waist, the sleeves are shorter and the collar sits flatter — which in women's crew use in the logistics warehouse or service team makes the difference between "fits" and "does not fit". Sizes 10 (36) to 20 (46), in seven colours: Black, Seal Grey, Dark Navy, Royal, Oxford Blue, Classic Red and Hot Pink.

Embroidery on microfleece — what works, what doesn't

Embroidery is the only sensible finishing method on microfleece. Print (DTG, DTF, screen print) works poorly on fleece because the high-pile fibre surface breaks up the print image and makes colours look dull. Embroidery, by contrast, sits cleanly on the dense microfleece knit and survives every wash.

Logo position and embroidery size

Standard position for a company logo is the left chest, max 8 × 8 cm — that covers 90 % of all workwear orders. If the logo needs to be larger (e.g. a club crest on the back), we go up to 25 × 25 cm on the back. The 280 gsm fabric density carries embroidery up to 12,000 stitches stably — enough for very detailed logos with multi-colour gradients or crest structures.

Setup cost and embroidery thread

Digitising (turning the logo into an embroidery file) costs €27.50 to €88.00 net per logo depending on the embroidery area — €44.00 for a chest logo up to 8 × 8 cm — and is charged on every order; we keep the embroidery file on file. Embroidery thread is standard polyester multifilament, 1,000 stitches per square centimetre, up to 16 thread colours per logo. Pantone matching for brand colours via our Pantone-to-thread conversion table (Madeira Classic Rayon and Polyneon thread range).

Embroidery position with a full-length zip

On the Thor III the zip runs the full length of the front. The chest logo therefore sits on the left next to the zip; a large design across the centre front is not possible — put it on the back instead (up to 25 × 25 cm). We check the position in the mockup before releasing embroidery.

Volume tiers and pricing

The price of an embroidered Thor III has two parts: the fleece jacket and the embroidery. The product page and the configurator show the price of the TRF532 jacket and the women's version TRF541 per colour and size; our volume discount applies to them — from 3 pieces 3 %, from 20 pieces 10 %, from 50 pieces 15 %, from 100 pieces 25 %, from 200 pieces 30 %, from 500 pieces 32 %. The embroidery is excluded from the volume discount and has its own quantity bands. All prices net, plus VAT, excluding shipping; single-side embroidery (left chest, up to 8 × 8 cm).

Quantity	Embroidery per piece (1× left chest, up to 8 × 8 cm)	Volume discount on the jacket
10	€11.86	3 %
25	€9.12	10 %
50	€6.92	15 %
100	€5.28	25 %
250	€4.63	30 %
500+	€4.36	32 %

Below 10 pieces the embroidery costs €14.59 net per piece. On top comes digitising at €44.00 net for a chest logo up to 8 × 8 cm — it is charged on every order, including reorders; we keep the embroidery file on file. A second embroidery position (e.g. back plus chest) is charged as a position of its own, with its own per-piece price by area and quantity and its own digitising.

Use cases — who embroiders Thor III at ShirtStore?

The Thor III is particularly well suited to four use clusters: trades mid-layer (construction, electrical, plumbing), logistics indoor layer, outdoor clubs (ski club, walking club, forestry service) and forestry / gardening service crews. In all four worlds, stability after 30 washes and clean embroidery counts more than fashion appearance.

Trades — construction, electrical, plumbing

For classic trades crew wear the Thor III is the most-ordered fleece shell with us. Typical order: 10 to 30 pieces in Black or Seal Grey (universal colours that hide dirt). Embroidery: company logo on the left chest plus optional "first.last" embroidery on the right chest for the older name-tag style.

Logistics and indoor warehouse service

In indoor logistics service (pickup crew, dispatch crew, inventory crew) microfleece mid-layer is the standard setup between t-shirt and safety vest. Quantities 30 to 80 pieces, mostly Seal Grey or Dark Navy, sometimes with two embroidery positions (logo plus department letter). Detail documentation on warehouse workwear standards in our logistics customer hub.

Outdoor clubs — walking club, ski club

Walking-club and ski-club mid-layer in club colours with embroidered crests is the second large category. Quantities 20 to 60 pieces, often in Dark Navy or Royal. The club service setup covers crest digitisation, volume tiers and shipping logistics in one package.

Forestry and gardening service

Forestry crews and gardening service teams need a mid-layer that does not catch on bark and that still works after a 60 °C wash. Thor III delivers both — anti-pill plus 280 gsm stability. Embroidery usually with company logo plus a safety-warning patch ("chainsaw caution" or similar) on the back.

Frequently asked questions on Regatta Thor III embroidery

What is the difference between Thor III and Thor II?

Thor III is the successor to the Thor II. If you want to add to existing Thor II stock, ask us about colour and fit compared with your existing jackets before you order.

Which colours does the Thor III come in?

The Thor III comes in nine colours: Black, Seal Grey, Dark Navy, Royal, Oxford Blue, Classic Red, Glowlight, Bordeaux and Bottle Green, each in XS to 4XL. The women's version TRF541 comes in seven colours.

Is the Thor III high-visibility clothing?

No. There is no high-visibility certification on record for the Thor III. If you need high-visibility clothing, ask us about a suitable model before you order.

What embroidery size and stitch count works on 280 gsm?

Standard is 8 × 8 cm left chest at 5,000–8,000 stitches — the sweet spot for a detailed company logo. Up to 12 × 12 cm and 12,000 stitches are possible on the chest. The price follows the embroidery area: 8 × 8 cm (64 cm²) falls into the band up to 70 cm², 12 × 12 cm (144 cm²) into the band up to 150 cm². Larger embroidery (e.g. back crest) up to 25 × 25 cm and 18,000 stitches is possible; above 250 cm² of embroidery area we price on request.

How long does the embroidery on Thor III last?

Embroidery with polyester multifilament thread on microfleece lasts practically indefinitely — it outlasts the garment itself. Even after many washes at 40 °C the thread colours hold up in everyday use. At 60 °C Madeira Classic Rayon thread is recommended over Polyneon because the thermal behaviour is better.

What does embroidery cost for 10 employee jackets?

For 10 pieces the single-side embroidery (left chest, 8 × 8 cm, 5,000–8,000 stitches) costs €11.86 net per piece, plus €44.00 net digitising (logo digitisation) — charged on every order. That makes €162.60 net for the embroidery. On top come the ten jackets (price per colour and size as shown on the product page, less 3 % volume discount) and shipping. A second embroidery position is charged with its own per-piece price by area and its own digitising.

Can I have the Thor III embroidered on the chest despite the full-length zip?

Yes. The chest logo sits on the left next to the zip, standard up to 8 × 8 cm. We check the position in the mockup before releasing embroidery. Large designs go on the back (up to 25 × 25 cm).

Is it worth ordering reserve sizes for new employees?

Yes — many of our trades and logistics customers order 10–15 % reserve over the crew headcount as a stockpile for new hires. Your ordered design stays saved in your customer account. Use “Nachbestellen” (reorder) under “Meine Designs” to load the design back into the configurator and choose colour, sizes and quantity again; digitising is charged on the reorder too, and the volume discount follows the quantity of each order.

Regatta Thor III Fleece embroidered — the workwear mid-layer for trades and outdoor