Flagstaff Varsity Shirt Specifications
The Flagstaff Varsity Shirt — FLG AZ Hometown Pride Tee has 15 measurable specifications covering fabric composition, construction method, print placement, and available sizing.
| Blank Tees | Comfort Colors |
|---|---|
| Style | 1717 Garment-Dyed Heavyweight T-Shirt |
| Fabric | 100% Ring-Spun US Cotton |
| Fabric Weight | 6.1 oz/yd² (207 gsm) |
| Garment Treatment | Soft-washed, garment-dyed after construction |
| Collar Type | Crew neck |
| Sleeve Type | Short sleeve |
| Fit | Relaxed, slightly oversized — unisex |
| Construction | Side-seamed, twill-taped shoulder-to-shoulder, double-needle hem |
| Varsity-style FLG AZ block lettering with Flagstaff hometown pride graphic elements — front chest center | |
| Print Method | Direct-to-garment (DTG) screen print |
| Print Variant | Fixed design — FLG AZ Flagstaff, Arizona varsity hometown pride |
| Licensing Status | Independent, non-licensed original artwork |
| Available Colors | Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, Mustard |
| Available Sizes | S, M, L, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL |
- 🫧 Machine wash cold
- 🌀 Tumble dry low
- 🚫 Do not bleach
- 🚫 Do not iron print
The Comfort Colors 1717 is dyed after full garment construction. Post-construction dyeing pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. Surface tone variation exists across individual units — no 2 shirts carry an identical shade.
What the Flagstaff Varsity Design Represents
The FLG AZ Varsity Graphic
The Flagstaff Varsity Shirt features bold varsity-style block lettering spelling “FLG AZ” — the airport and civic shorthand that Flagstaff locals and Northern Arizona University students use daily. The design adopts a classic collegiate composition with supporting hometown pride graphic elements printed at front chest center. Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet on the Colorado Plateau, and the varsity format carries that elevation pride with the matter-of-fact confidence of a city that earns its identity the hard way — through altitude, pine forests, and four genuine seasons in Arizona’s high desert. Part of the Varsity Hometown Shirts collection.
Why FLG as a Flagstaff Identifier
FLG is the IATA airport code for Flagstaff Pulliam Airport and serves as the widely recognized civic abbreviation for Flagstaff, Arizona. The three-letter code functions as a geographic identity marker across signage, athletic programs, and local branding throughout Coconino County. For anyone who grew up using FLG as shorthand, it reads immediately as home — no translation needed.
This shirt features a fixed Flagstaff design. For a personalized varsity hometown shirt with any US city, see Custom Varsity Shirts.
Who Wears the Flagstaff Varsity Tee
The Flagstaff Varsity Shirt — FLG AZ Hometown Pride Tee is purchased by 5 buyer groups:
- Flagstaff residents representing local identity in daily casual wear
- Northern Arizona University alumni and students — NAU Lumberjacks — seeking non-licensed city apparel that connects to Flagstaff rather than the athletic program
- Former Flagstaff residents who relocated — the varsity FLG AZ graphic carries a piece of the high-desert mountain town into wherever life takes them next
- Outdoor and adventure enthusiasts connecting with Flagstaff’s identity as a basecamp city — gateway to the Grand Canyon, San Francisco Peaks hiking, and Route 66
- Gift buyers choosing a hometown connection for birthdays, graduations, or the going-away party that needs to say more than a card
Browse the full Flagstaff AZ Shirts collection for more Flagstaff designs across all styles and colorways.
Flagstaff Varsity Shirt as a Hometown Pride Gift
The Flagstaff Varsity Shirt — FLG AZ Hometown Pride Tee serves as a geographic identity gift for relocated Flagstaffians and anyone with deep roots in Northern Arizona. The shirt is available year-round and fits 4 gift occasions.
- Birthday
- College graduation
- Going-away party
- Housewarming
Some shirts sit in a drawer. A hometown shirt gets packed first — because it carries a place, not just a print.
More options: Hometown Gift Shirts
Every US order ships free within 4–7 business days. Orders qualify for a 60-day return window from the purchase date. Items must be unworn and unwashed to qualify for a full refund.
Why Comfort Colors for a Flagstaff Hometown Shirt
Comfort Colors is a brand under Hanes Brands, established in 1979. The Style 1717 uses 100% ring-spun US cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², dyed after full garment construction. The post-construction dye process pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. The soft-washed surface produces a matte, broken-in texture across the fabric face. Garment-dyeing produces surface tone variation across individual units — no 2 shirts carry an identical shade. A hometown pride shirt that looks brand-new misses the point — the worn-in feel matches the memory.
All GGIT Apparel Hometown Shirts are printed on the Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed tee.
Flagstaff Varsity Shirt Size Guide
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. The table below lists chest width and body length in inches for all 6 available sizes.
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18″ | 28″ |
| M | 20″ | 29″ |
| L | 22″ | 30″ |
| 2XL | 26″ | 32″ |
| 3XL | 28″ | 33″ |
| 4XL | 30″ | 34″ |
Double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem maintain shape after repeated washing. Side-seam construction prevents fabric twisting common in tubular-knit tees.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What fabric is the Flagstaff shirt made from?
The shirt is 100% ring-spun US cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², garment-dyed after construction with less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. -
Does the print fade or crack after washing?
The Flagstaff print is applied using direct-to-garment (DTG) screen print. Machine wash cold and tumble dry low to maintain print quality. Do not bleach and do not iron directly on the print. -
Does the Flagstaff shirt run true to size?
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. -
What colors does the Flagstaff shirt come in?
The shirt is available in 5 colorways: Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, Mustard. -
What is the shipping and return policy?
Every US order ships free within 4–7 business days. The 60-day return window covers unworn and unwashed items for a full refund. -
What does FLG AZ stand for on this shirt?
FLG is the IATA airport code and widely recognized civic abbreviation for Flagstaff, Arizona. The varsity design uses FLG AZ as a bold geographic identity marker in collegiate block lettering. -
Why is Flagstaff known as a hometown pride city?
Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet elevation on the Colorado Plateau in northern Arizona — home to Northern Arizona University, the gateway to the Grand Canyon, and the San Francisco Peaks. It is Arizona’s high-desert mountain town. -
Is this a good gift for someone who moved away from Flagstaff?
The Flagstaff shirt ships free to all US addresses with a 60-day return window. For someone who left Flagstaff, the FLG AZ varsity graphic carries a piece of the city they still call home. -
Is this shirt officially licensed by Northern Arizona University or the City of Flagstaff?
This is independent, non-licensed original artwork — not affiliated with NAU or any city entity. For a varsity design featuring a different city, see Custom Varsity Shirts.
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