Richardson Structured R-Active Lite Hats is a 6-panel, mid-profile structured cap built from 100% lightweight polyester with R-Active moisture-wicking technology and a UPF 35 rating. The 225 offers 16 color options with a Stay-Dri Performance sweatband.

Product Specifications

Construction

• Panel: 6-Panel
• Structure: Structured
• Crown Height: Mid Profile
• Hat Bill: Pre-Curved

Sizing

• Closure:  Adjustable Hook-and-Loop Backstrap (Velcro)
• Size:  One Size Fits Most (7 to 7 3/4")

Material

• All Panels: 100% Polyester 
• Sweatband: Stay-Dri Performance Polyester

Color

• 16 color variants: 

• Solid color: Smoke Blue, Soft Blue, Black, Light Grey, Light Blue, Red, White, Charcoal, Dark Green, Maroon, Navy, Stone, Slate

• Two-tone color: Black/White, Charcoal/White

Special Features

• UPF 35: rated ultraviolet protection factor across all panels
• R-Active Wicking: moisture management in both the crown and the sweatband

Customization

• Embroidery placement: Embroidery is applied to the center front panel as the primary location. Additional placement on the left or right front panels, or other positions, is available depending on your requirements. Note: the Richardson logo is printed to the left of the closure opening.
• Logo or design options: Submit your own logo file or choose from text and design options in the store's design library to personalize your order.
• Mockup approval: A digital mockup is prepared and sent for your review and approval before embroidery production begins.
• Custom patch options: Custom patch decoration is available for the 225. Contact us for patch details and a price quote for your program.

Features and Benefits

The 225 sits within Richardson Hats' performance lineup, built for buyers who need a structured, full-fabric cap that handles sun exposure and active conditions without sacrificing the clean look of a standard cap.

6-Panel Construction: Six fabric panels join at the crown to form a rounded, evenly proportioned dome. This construction keeps the cap's silhouette symmetrical and consistent across different head sizes, making it a dependable base for embroidered decoration that needs to sit flat and centered.

Structured: The 225 uses a lightly structured (casual structured) build, which means the front panels offer some shape retention without the rigidity of a fully buckram-reinforced cap. The result is a front profile that sits cleanly on the head and holds enough form for embroidery, while still delivering a softer, more relaxed feel than a traditional structured cap.

Mid Profile Crown: The mid-profile crown sits at a moderate height between a low dad hat and a high sport cap. This proportioning works across a broad range of face shapes and wearing contexts, from active outdoor use to everyday casual wear, making the 225 flexible enough for mixed-audience wholesale programs.

Hat Bill: The pre-curved bill arrives ready to wear straight from packaging. It directs sunlight away from the eyes and pairs with the mid-profile crown to create a proportioned, athletic silhouette that reads as performance-oriented without being overly sporty.

Material: The 225's front panels are constructed from 100% lightweight polyester. The fabric is noticeably light, reducing the overall weight of the cap for extended wear in warm conditions. The Stay-Dri Performance sweatband actively wicks moisture from the forehead throughout activity, keeping the interior of the cap drier than a standard cotton sweatband would.

Color: The 225 is available in 16 solid and two-tone options, ranging from core neutrals like Black, Charcoal, Navy, and White to accent combinations such as Black/White and Charcoal/White. This range allows buyers to align the cap with existing team or brand palettes across a variety of programs.

R-Active Technology: R-Active is Richardson's moisture-wicking treatment built into the polyester fabric. During active or warm-weather use, it moves sweat away from the fabric surface rather than allowing it to saturate, keeping the cap feeling dry and lightweight longer into sustained wear.

UPF 35: The 225's fabric carries a UPF 35 rating, meaning it blocks a meaningful portion of ultraviolet radiation that would otherwise pass directly through standard cap fabric. For buyers equipping staff or participants for prolonged outdoor use, this adds a practical sun protection function beyond what the bill alone provides.

Best Use Cases

The 225 performs best in contexts where buyers need a performance fabric, a clean, structured look, and reliable UV protection. The following use cases reflect the cap's specific construction and material benefits.

• Corporate outdoor events and field teams - The structured mid-profile and 13 available colorways make the 225 easy to align with brand palettes. The StayDri sweatband keeps staff comfortable during extended outdoor shifts or events.
• Running clubs and recreational sports leagues - The R-ACTIVE fabric and UPF 35 rating make this cap a practical choice for programs that operate outdoors regularly and need a cap that performs under physical activity.
• Golf courses and driving ranges - The lightweight polyester fabric, pre-curved bill, and sun protection rating align with the needs of golfers and golf facility staff who spend full days outdoors.
• Promotional merchandise for fitness and wellness brands - Gyms, athletic apparel brands, and health-focused businesses can use the 225 as a performance-branded cap that communicates function rather than just aesthetics.
• Hospitality and outdoor resort staff uniforms - The solid and two-tone color options, combined with a structured silhouette, give resorts and outdoor venues a uniform-ready cap that also holds up during active service work.