Note - since filming this video, we updated our research on Blackstrap and found out, unfortunately, they started moving some of their manufacturing overseas. So, Blackstrap is no longer a good performance wear option made in the USA.
have you looked into Red White Blue Apparel? they claim to be Made in USA and their prices are great for things like basic tee shirts where you can get them for $15 each or down to $10 each at times as a 10 pack. the label says "proudly built in the USA" though so im suspecting they may be importing material or something. maybe? the quality is good and theyre very comfortable so hopefully not being bamboozled....
@@madeinusa yeah, seems like that is probably the case considering their prices. would be great if not though cause i really like their stuff. it just shouldnt be this hard to shop made in USA here in the USA lol
one thing to be aware of with Forloh is their pockets sit in a somewhat odd place, a bit higher than most jackets. i tried their allclima soft shell and it was incredible other than the pocket position. i have a few other things from them and their quality is great (several tee shirts & both the normal & board shorts which are the best ive ever had), i just couldnt do the pockets on that one. returning was simple and no fuss though. i do have a stupidly tall torso too so that could be part of my issue lol origin maine is another good option, their bodyloc full zip stow jacket might fit your needs. i have several pants & shorts from them and its incredible quality. the jeans are especially good, pretty much the only jeans i will wear other than old work jeans i dont care if i destroy.
Just a general question. We hear all kinds of talk about manufacturing returning to America. I’m just wondering if any manufacturing really has come back to the states in the past few years and, if so, how much?
That Goodwear shirt I showed off is a nice elbow-length sleeve, but it looks like it's no longer in their product catalog on the site - I'll look for other options for you!
I think my issue with some of the tees I’ve bought is that they stretch out TREMENDOUSLY throughout the day and just get so baggy. Both of my solid state shirts did this and I was really looking forward to them since the cotton they were using was procured from my hometown. Bonobos shirts have been good, but not made in the USA. Any good ones that are form fitting and stay that way throughout a day of wearing?
I haven't had the same experience with Solid State, so that is a bummer! For form fitting, are you looking for moisture wicking performance material or all cotton?
@@madeinusa so I try to do all (or mostly at least) natural due to a skin sensitivity I seem to have with polyester, nylon & other synthetics. I’ve had some luck with bamboo cotton blends, but haven’t found a reputable US made brand for those. Have some Royal Hemp/Cotton tees and those have the same “lose their form” issues I’ve been running into as well
Note - since filming this video, we updated our research on Blackstrap and found out, unfortunately, they started moving some of their manufacturing overseas. So, Blackstrap is no longer a good performance wear option made in the USA.
Thanks for the update Mike.
Mike is back for the sake of the shirt on our back, ensuring we have amazing quality shirts! Thanks Mike, had missed this video until today.
Thanks for watching, Noah!
have you looked into Red White Blue Apparel? they claim to be Made in USA and their prices are great for things like basic tee shirts where you can get them for $15 each or down to $10 each at times as a 10 pack. the label says "proudly built in the USA" though so im suspecting they may be importing material or something. maybe? the quality is good and theyre very comfortable so hopefully not being bamboozled....
Will look into them, typically that phrasing of "built" is a giveaway that they are importing primary materials, though.
@@madeinusa yeah, seems like that is probably the case considering their prices. would be great if not though cause i really like their stuff. it just shouldnt be this hard to shop made in USA here in the USA lol
great video mike! do you know if any companies that make rainwear and oversized hooded windbreakers that are made in the usa? thanks :)
Check out FORLOH, Authentically American, and Triple Aught Design as a few options!
@@madeinusa thank you very much mike! i will tell them you sent me if i end up buying from them
one thing to be aware of with Forloh is their pockets sit in a somewhat odd place, a bit higher than most jackets. i tried their allclima soft shell and it was incredible other than the pocket position. i have a few other things from them and their quality is great (several tee shirts & both the normal & board shorts which are the best ive ever had), i just couldnt do the pockets on that one. returning was simple and no fuss though. i do have a stupidly tall torso too so that could be part of my issue lol origin maine is another good option, their bodyloc full zip stow jacket might fit your needs. i have several pants & shorts from them and its incredible quality. the jeans are especially good, pretty much the only jeans i will wear other than old work jeans i dont care if i destroy.
Just a general question. We hear all kinds of talk about manufacturing returning to America. I’m just wondering if any manufacturing really has come back to the states in the past few years and, if so, how much?
Depends on the industry! Reshoring Initiative does a great job of compiling data on it: reshorenow.org/recent-data/
I like a longer [short] sleeve (closer to the elbow) - can you recommend a USA made t shirt like this? Thanks.
That Goodwear shirt I showed off is a nice elbow-length sleeve, but it looks like it's no longer in their product catalog on the site - I'll look for other options for you!
@@madeinusa Thanks!
I think my issue with some of the tees I’ve bought is that they stretch out TREMENDOUSLY throughout the day and just get so baggy. Both of my solid state shirts did this and I was really looking forward to them since the cotton they were using was procured from my hometown. Bonobos shirts have been good, but not made in the USA. Any good ones that are form fitting and stay that way throughout a day of wearing?
I haven't had the same experience with Solid State, so that is a bummer! For form fitting, are you looking for moisture wicking performance material or all cotton?
@@madeinusa so I try to do all (or mostly at least) natural due to a skin sensitivity I seem to have with polyester, nylon & other synthetics. I’ve had some luck with bamboo cotton blends, but haven’t found a reputable US made brand for those. Have some Royal Hemp/Cotton tees and those have the same “lose their form” issues I’ve been running into as well
Try wiesmade super dense hold their shape. They do run fitted may want to consider going up a size ;)