Bear Grips Pro ShopsValucap vs the Other 6 Hats in the Bear Grips Catalog
- Bear Grips Pro Shops carries 7 hat and cap styles across 5 brands: Valucap, Richardson, Otto Cap, and Yupoong (4 styles).
- The Valucap Youth Classic Baseball Hat is the only style built for kids sizing.
- VIP base prices across the lineup run from $25.86 to $29.86 per hat.
- Picking the right style depends on who is wearing it and whether the look needs to be structured or unstructured.
Seven hat and cap styles live in the Bear Grips catalog, and only one of them, the Valucap Youth Classic Baseball Hat, is sized for kids. The other six are adult and unisex styles from Richardson, Otto Cap, and Yupoong. Here is the full side-by-side so you know which one fits your shop.
Is Valucap Good Compared to the Rest of the Catalog?
| Style | Brand | Decoration | Fit | VIP base |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Classic Baseball Hat | Valucap | Embroidery | Youth, adjustable | $25.86 |
| Classic Rope Hat | Richardson | Adult, curved bill | $29.86 | |
| Premium 5-Panel Baseball Hat | Otto Cap | Adult, structured | $29.86 | |
| Classic Flat Bill Snapback | Yupoong | Embroidery | Adult, flat bill | $29.86 |
| Mesh Snapback Hat | Yupoong | Adult, breathable back | $25.88 | |
| Adjustable Cotton Lifestyle Hat | Yupoong | Adult, unstructured | $25.88 | |
| Cuffed Winter Hat | Yupoong | Embroidery | Adult, one size | $25.86 |
Valucap sits at the low end of the price range and is the only youth-sized option. If the buyer is an adult, one of the other six styles fits. If the buyer is a kid, Valucap is the only pick in the catalog.
Embroidered vs Printed Caps: Where Valucap Lands
Three of the seven styles are embroidered: the Valucap youth cap, the Yupoong flat bill snapback, and the Yupoong cuffed winter hat. Embroidery holds up better on structured or curved caps because thread does not crack or fade the way a flat print can on curved fabric. The remaining four styles are printed, which works well on flatter panels like the 5-panel hat and mesh snapback.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Which Hat Fits Which Buyer
- Kids and youth teams. Valucap Youth Classic Baseball Hat, the only fit built for them.
- Coaches and adult team leads. Richardson rope hat or Yupoong flat bill snapback for a structured, embroidered look.
- Summer outdoor programs. Yupoong mesh snapback for breathability.
- Casual, unstructured brand look. Yupoong adjustable cotton lifestyle hat.
- Cold-weather programs. Yupoong cuffed winter hat.
Running Both Youth and Adult Caps in One Shop
A gym or league that sells to both kids and their parents usually stocks the Valucap youth cap alongside one adult style, most often the Richardson rope hat or the Yupoong flat bill snapback for a matching embroidered look across age groups. See the sizing guide for teams and families for how to set that up.
Build Your Hat Lineup
Mix the Valucap youth cap with any of the other 6 catalog hats in one Pro Shop.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
How many hat styles does Bear Grips carry?
Seven, across five brands: Valucap, Richardson, Otto Cap, and Yupoong, which supplies four of the seven styles.
Which hat is the only youth-sized style?
The Valucap Youth Classic Baseball Hat is the only style built for kids sizing. The other six are adult or unisex.
Is Valucap the cheapest hat in the catalog?
It ties for the lowest VIP base price at $25.86, alongside the Yupoong cuffed winter hat. The Yupoong mesh snapback and adjustable cotton lifestyle hat are close behind at $25.88.
Which hats are embroidered instead of printed?
The Valucap youth cap, the Yupoong flat bill snapback, and the Yupoong cuffed winter hat are embroidered. The rope hat, 5-panel hat, mesh snapback, and lifestyle hat are printed.
