Richardson Pulse Performance FlexFit Combo Plate / Base Umpire Cap
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Official Reviews
Nabil R. Isabela, ISABELA |
Good material & super comfortable.
Keith C. West Chester, PA |
Great hat for the hot days on the diamond. The fitted hat also makes for less tan lines on a bald head.
Hiroya S. Uruma, OKINAWA |
This is the best umpire cap for my life. Good quality, professional design, and reasonable. I use for plate and base.
Todd P. Audubon, NJ |
Good umpire hat. Typically, I use it when behind the plate and have a secondary hat for base duty.
Marc B. Gettysburg, PA |
Very comfortable and good price point.
Jeremy G. Bismarck, ND |
Great fitting hat. I have a large head and it works well!
Brian D. Wake Forest, NC |
Good fit and comfortable as well. Good cover but flexible and breathable.
Joey W. Benson, NC |
Comfortable, lightweight hat that is great for behind the plate.
Kirk S. Eloy, AZ |
High quality. The fit is a little large, but would work as a base cap.
Brett G. Santa Rosa, CA |
I like these 4-stitch hats. Good for my mask. Richardson makes the best ump hats. Know your flex fit size. I wear 7.25 so, the S/M is the one that fits me best.
Michael W. Clearwater, FL |
Great hat, lightweight, and a Great fit.
Dave K. Dubuque, IA |
Works for what I wanted, but I would have went with the snap back instead of the fitted to keep it tighter on my head.
Joshua C. Santee, CA |
Hat exceeds expectations. Fits perfect and great quality. Local store had these type of hats but at lower quality for same price. Will buy these from here from now on.
Josh L. Woodinville, WA |
Love the FlexFit design. Perfect for both Plate work and in the field. Nice and lightweight.
David M. Latrobe, PA |
Love the hat. Fits great!
Jesse S. Lebanon, MO |
Great fit, great quality.
Mike M. Greenfield, IN |
These hats last longer than most and are very comfortable.
Joseph S. Avoca, PA |
Very comfortable, sharp looking.
Liz K. New Zealand |
Bought these for my team with a couple to spare. They seem happy with them.
David B. Troy, AL |
Great hats - great service and great shipping time!
Shawn J. Groton, CT |
Very comfortable and performs well with mask.
Eric D. Westminster, MD |
I have a tough time finding combo hats that are comfortable. This one fits the bill. I do put a dryer sheet in the front to keep bugs away - sometimes that falls out easier than other past Richardson models but it's very comfortable nonetheless.
Jonathan M. Henryville, IN |
Nice hat. Fits great under my umpire mask.
Jay MI |
Fits true, looks good.
Shawn Cranston, RI |
Great hat, great fit!!
Jay D Kansas City |
Perfect plate umpire cap.
Harry S. Newport News, VA |
Great umpire cap.
Ernie C. Indiana |
Nice quality cap that works great for under your mask.
Shannon P. Frostproof, FL |
The only umpire cap I wear. Snug but not tight.
Matthew D. Chicago, IL |
Exactly as described, every time.
Jonathan F. Englewood, CO |
XL sizing says to 7 5/8. I run in the 7 5/8 - 7 3/4 range and this cap fits fine. No complaints.
Brian W. Woodstock, IL |
Great look, feel and very comfortable. Only reason I have a half star less is the lack of sizes. The cap still slips a lot when wearing my umpire mask.
Lewis S. Tampa, FL |
Good looking cap and sits firmly on my head. When I take my umpire mask off in a call, the cap stays in place.
Ronnie H. Mt. Vernon, IN |
Fits & looks good. Works well under a mask.
Daren S. Billings, MT |
Great look and price.
Tim F. Vancouver, WA |
Great fitting cap at a very reasonable price. I will soon buy a six stitch cap from them because of this cap.
Fred S. Massachusetts |
Fits to size and good with the mask I purchased. Reasonable price and well made.
Glen C. Chula Vista, CA |
I really like these FlexFit umpire caps. Good fit, good look and a good price.
Zachary U. Las Vegas, NV |
Good umpire cap at a good price. I have no trouble wearing it behind the plate. The material does a nice job of wicking away sweat and it's not as hot as a wool cap.
Tony Y. |
Great fit behind the plate and mask easily removed over the umpire cap.
Chris G. Kansas Ctiy, MO |
Absolutely the best umpire cap out there. Buy a couple and you're set for the year.
Marc H. Florida |
Great fitting umpire cap. True to size. Stays on easily when removing your mask. Good quality material. Can be worn for both plate and field work.
Shawn B. Billings, MT |
Great umpire cap. Keeps color and does not fade. Is breathable fabric as well so sweat does not build up as much as surge caps.
Buddy F. Rainbow City, AL |
Great fitting hat. Fits perfect underneath my mask.
Chris D. RI |
Great for the plate or bases. Stays on during mask removal. If you're between sizes, I'd suggest ordering down.
Ian H. SPRINGDALE, AR |
Great hat - purchased another to have our association logo embroidered on the front.
Brady B. MN |
A softer feeling fit than the Richardson Pro Mesh System5. Better feel with the mask, and no issues with hat coming off when taking off mask. Recommend!
Bob J. Myrtle Beach , SC |
This hat works great as an umpire plate hat. Stays in place when removing my mask.
Rhett J. Hampton, VA |
Great umpire hat, fits well and easy to keep clean. Very happy!
Wayne S. Clarksville, TN |
Good umpire hat, no issues.
Trent B. , |
Comfy combo umpire hat
Keith A. Martinsburg, WV |
Fits well, very comfortable umpire hat.
Michael R. Schenectady, NY |
Fits well, very comfortable. Looks good too.
Denver D. Panama City Beach, FL |
Love the hat. One of my favorite umpire hats.
Richard D. buffalo ny |
Great umpire hat. Very comfortable. I would recommend.
Sam S. Craig, CO |
These are my favorite umpire hats to purchase! My association logo fits perfect on the front. Fits great!
Brad P. Greenville, KY |
This umpire hat is the perfect weight and the fit is spot on. This 'combo' hat has a bill that fits under a mask comfortably and on the bases it provides good sun protection. I would recommend this hat to anyone.
Daniel H. Minneola, FL |
Umpire hat works well with the mask and looks good too!
Tyler M. Republic, MO |
Great product! It is a very comfortable fit and is great quality.
Chris B. Hammond, IN |
Really comfortable. Does a great job. Shows sweat and dirt, but they all do. Just wash frequently in the hot months.
Matthew M. Newmanstown, PA |
Does the job at an excellent price!
Blake C. Taylorville, IL |
Comfortable, true fitting hat. Breathes well and is ideal for Summer umpiring.
Tim C. Hendersonville, TN |
The hat is cool for those sweltering summer games. If you buy the correct size it will fit fine and wear well. I actually purchased these hats to replace Boombah hat, and find the fit much better and 1/2 the price.
Chuck L. Stuart, FL |
The hat looks awesome and feels great while wearing it, BUT, not while wearing your mask. The hat slides down onto my head when I put on my mask. The hat fit me very loose and felt very uncomfortable with my mask. I had to buy a different Richardson plate hat that was sized more snug.
Questions About This Product
Q: | Flex hat Richardson? Size 7 is to big! I'm looking for a small flex, possibly Youth Beanie for HP!!!! Blue, Black or both! – Steve Ganley |
A: | Sorry to hear that the Richardson Flex Fit cap is too big. You may find smaller flexible headband sizes in both black or blue with the Smitty Performance Flex Fit Umpire Cap. We do not offer beanies or youth sizes. – Sherie SandiferOffice/Service Manager |
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