266M - Russell Athletic Authentic Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
The Russell 266M Authentic zip hoodie gives staff clothing and club outfits a full-opening layer with a clean modern outline. Its men’s design uses a straighter cut, slimmer shoulders and leaner arms. Wear it open over a team top or zipped when you prefer a more enclosed layer.
The 280gsm fabric is made from 80% combed ringspun cotton and 20% polyester in a three-thread construction. A 100% cotton face yarn provides a surface intended for decoration. The covered YKK metal zip has an antique-silver finish and allows artwork to be planned across the front with your decorator.
A double-layer hood with a cover-seamed drawcord channel and broad flat cords completes the neckline. Side-seam pockets offer storage for small essentials, and headphone access is included. Herringbone neck tape, wider cuff and hem construction, and cover seams at the armholes, cuffs and hem add finishing details.
Nine colours are listed, including Black, French Navy, Light Oxford and brighter team shades. Sizes XS to 3XL are available as page options. Compare the men’s garment measurements when planning a uniform order, particularly if you want room for a polo or T-shirt underneath. Agree the logo size, location and decoration process before finishing the garment.
Key Features & Benefits
- Covered YKK metal full zip: opens fully and supports planning front decoration.
- 280gsm three-thread fabric: 80% combed ringspun cotton and 20% polyester.
- 100% cotton face yarn: a surface intended for printing and embroidery.
- Men’s straighter cut: slimmer shoulders and leaner arms for a modern outline.
- Double-layer hood: broad flat drawcords and a cover-seamed channel.
- Side-seam pockets and headphone access: practical everyday details.
Directions for Use
Choose the size for your outfit
Select a listed colour and size. Compare the 266M measurements with a well-fitting zip hoodie and allow room for your chosen top underneath.
Plan branding around the covered zip
Agree printing or embroidery with your decorator for the cotton face yarn. If artwork extends across the front, approve its position around the covered zip before decorating a team order.
Wash the finished hoodie
The manufacturer specifies washing at or below 40°C. Follow the garment’s full care label and any additional or gentler instructions supplied for an added logo.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand / model |
Russell Authentic 266M |
| Garment |
Men’s full zip hooded sweatshirt |
| Composition |
80% combed ringspun cotton, 20% polyester |
| Fabric weight |
280gsm |
| Fabric construction |
Three-thread construction; 100% cotton face yarn |
| Fit |
Straighter cut; slimmer shoulders and leaner arms |
| Zip |
Covered YKK metal full zip, antique-silver finish |
| Hood |
Double layer; cover-seamed drawcord channel; flat broad drawcords |
| Pockets |
Side seam |
| Finishing |
Herringbone neck tape; cover seams at armholes, cuffs and hem; wider cuffs and hem |
| Additional detail |
Headphone access |
| Label |
Tear away |
| Washing |
At or below 40°C; follow full garment and decoration care instructions |
| Listed sizes |
XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL |
| Listed colours |
Black, French Navy, Bright Royal, Bottle Green, Light Oxford, Convoy Grey, Classic Red, Burgundy, Fuchsia |
FAQs
What type of zip does the 266M have?
It has a full YKK metal zip with an antique-silver finish. The zip is covered, allowing front decoration to be planned with your supplier.
How is the men’s fit described?
Russell describes a straighter cut with slimmer shoulders and leaner arms. Compare the garment measurements to choose room for your intended layers.
What is the fabric made from?
The 280gsm fabric uses 80% combed ringspun cotton and 20% polyester in a three-thread construction, with 100% cotton face yarn.
Are the pockets on the front or at the sides?
The manufacturer specifies side-seam pockets. The hoodie also includes headphone access.
Can I add artwork across the front?
The covered zip is designed to support front decoration. Agree artwork placement, size and printing or embroidery technique with your decorator before finishing the hoodie.
What washing temperature is specified?
Russell specifies washing at or below 40°C. Follow the full garment label and any additional or gentler care instructions for a printed or embroidered logo.
