Bear Grips Pro ShopsSurf Shop Long Sleeve Shirts: Sun Coverage On and Off the Beach
- The long sleeve fills the gap between a tee and a hoodie for shoulder-season mornings.
- Cotton and performance polyester options both run $29.88 VIP base.
- A long sleeve doubles as everyday sun coverage for customers who spend long days outdoors.
- No minimum order, free shipping, about a week from order to door.
Most surf shops stock a tee and a hoodie and skip straight past the piece that actually gets worn the most days of the year: the long sleeve. It covers the cool mornings a tee is not enough for and the hot afternoons a hoodie is too much for, and it works as everyday sun coverage for staff and customers who spend long days outside. Here is what to stock and how to price it.
The Gap a Long Sleeve Fills
- Shoulder-season mornings. Too cool for a tee, too warm for a hoodie.
- All-day sun coverage. Covered arms for staff and customers on long outdoor days, without the technical claims of a rash guard.
- Layering piece. Worn alone or under a hoodie on the coldest mornings.
Long Sleeve Options in the Catalog
| Piece | Brand | Best for | VIP base |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long sleeve cotton shirt | Bella+Canvas | Everyday shoulder-season wear | $29.88 |
| Men's moisture-wicking long sleeve | Sport-Tek | Warmer days, active wear | $29.88 |
| Youth performance long sleeve | Sport-Tek | Kids, camp and lesson days | $29.88 |
Design Placement for Long Sleeves
Left chest plus back graphic remains the standard layout, the same as the shop tee. The sleeve itself opens up extra print space that a short-sleeve tee does not have: a shop wordmark, an establishment year, or a small wave mark down the forearm reads well on a long sleeve without crowding the main design.
Pricing the Long Sleeve
At $29.88 VIP base, a retail price of $38 to $44 clears $8 to $14 in margin, roughly in line with a premium tee and below a full hoodie. Most shops price the long sleeve as the step-up option next to the standard tee rather than a separate category on the rack.
Add the Long Sleeve to Your Shop
Cotton or performance long sleeves from $29.88 VIP base. No minimum, free shipping.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Is a long sleeve warmer than a hoodie?
No, a long sleeve is lighter than a hoodie. It fills the gap between a tee and a hoodie rather than replacing either one.
Does the long sleeve carry a UPF sun rating?
No. It offers standard fabric coverage over bare arms, not a certified UPF rating. For certified sun protection in the water, use a dedicated rash guard from a specialty supplier.
Is cotton or performance polyester better for a surf shop long sleeve?
Cotton suits cooler, everyday wear. Performance polyester handles warmer, more active days better. Most shops stock one of each.
Do youth sizes exist for the long sleeve?
Yes. The Sport-Tek youth performance long sleeve is in the catalog at the same $29.88 VIP base as the adult styles.
