Richardson 112 XL Hats: More Room, Same Hat
The XL solves a specific problem. People for whom a standard 112 is genuinely too small. We run it alongside the standard.
The 112 XL is the same trucker with a larger crown and an extended adjustment range, which gives noticeably more room in both circumference and depth rather than a longer strap alone. That distinction matters, because most of the discomfort in an undersized cap comes from crown depth rather than from the band being tight.
- Larger crown, not merely a longer strap. More depth as well as circumference.
- Same styling as the standard 112. They read as one program.
- Runs alongside standard sizes. One artwork setup covers both.
- Made in the USA, no minimums. One hat is a real order.
What the XL Actually Adds
Two things and the second is the one people notice.
Circumference. The adjustment range extends beyond where the standard 112 stops, so it fits larger head measurements without being at the last setting.
Crown depth. The crown is taller and deeper, so the hat sits down on the head properly rather than perching on top.
The depth point is the important one. A standard cap on a larger head often adjusts far enough around but sits too high, leaving a visible gap at the back and an unstable fit. Extending the strap does not fix that; a deeper crown does.
Our note on XL and big head hat sizes covers sizing more broadly.
Most discomfort in an undersized cap comes from crown depth rather than band tightness. A longer strap on a standard crown does not solve a hat that sits too high.
Who Needs It
- Anyone measuring above roughly 24 inches. Beyond where a standard one-size adjusts comfortably.
- Anyone at the last setting on a standard cap. A hat at its limit has no adjustment left and rides up.
- People with more hair volume. Circumference may be within range while depth is not.
- Anyone who finds caps sit high. The classic sign that depth rather than circumference is the issue.
The practical test is simple. If a standard 112 adjusts to fit around but leaves a gap at the back of the crown or sits noticeably high, the XL is the answer.
Our note on big and tall hat sizes covers the wider category.
Running It in a Program
The practical arrangement for a team, staff or event order.
Order standard 112s as the base and add XL units for anyone who needs them. The two share styling closely enough that they read as one program in a group, which is the whole point.
Three planning points.
- One artwork setup covers both. The same design runs on either, so there is no additional digitizing.
- Estimate rather than survey. Roughly one in fifteen to twenty adults in a general group needs an XL and more in trades and athletic populations.
- Order XL spares. Someone always needs one and a person left without a hat that fits notices considerably more than a general shortfall.
Our note on group order hat sizing tips covers estimating across a group.
| Group type | XL share to plan for |
|---|---|
| General office or mixed group | 1 in 15–20 |
| Trades and construction | 1 in 10–12 |
| Athletic and sports programs | 1 in 8–12 |
| Predominantly female group | Fewer; 1 in 25 or less |
These are planning estimates for unmeasured groups, not precise figures.
Order a few XL units as spares even where nobody has asked. Being the one person in a group without a hat that fits is noticed far more than a general shortfall.
Does the Decoration Change?
No and that is part of why the XL works well in mixed programs.
The front panel is larger than the standard 112's, so a design sized for the standard sits comfortably with slightly more margin. It does not need scaling up.
Two small points. A design at the maximum size for a standard 112 will look marginally smaller in proportion on an XL, which is rarely noticeable. And if a program wants exact visual consistency, sizing to the standard and accepting slightly more margin on the XL is the right call rather than running two sizes of artwork.
Our note on Richardson 112 hat colors covers the colorway range.
- Assuming a longer strap is enough. Depth is usually the problem.
- Ordering no XL units at all. Someone in a group will need one.
- Scaling artwork up for the XL. The same design sits fine with more margin.
- Expecting the full color range. XL stocks fewer colorways.
Colorway Availability
The main constraint and worth checking before a colorway is chosen.
The XL is stocked in a narrower range than the standard 112. Core colors are reliably available; seasonal, camo and specialty combinations often are not.
Two consequences for a mixed program. Choose a colorway available in both, or the XL wearers end up in a different hat, which undermines the point. And confirm availability early, since discovering the constraint after the design is approved means either changing colorway or splitting the program.
For a program where XL units matter, checking the colorway in both sizes before anything else is the sensible first step.
Telling People the XL Exists
An operational point that matters more than any specification and it is regularly missed.
People who need larger hats generally know it and they also expect not to be catered for. If a group order is announced without mentioning that an XL is available, those who need one often say nothing and take a hat that does not fit.
Three things help.
- Say it upfront. Mentioning that XL is available when the order is announced gets a considerably better response than asking afterward.
- Make it routine. Framing it as a standard option rather than a special accommodation makes it easier to request.
- Have spares regardless. Some people will not ask even when invited and having units on hand means it can be resolved quietly on distribution day.
For a staff or team program, this is the difference between everyone wearing the hat and a few people quietly not. The cost of a handful of XL units is small against that.
The Alternative: Fitted Sizing
Worth mentioning, since it comes up.
Where a program is for individuals whose measurements are known, a fitted cap in a large size gives a cleaner fit than any adjustable hat. There is no strap, no gap and no adjustment.
The trade is that fitted requires measuring everyone and produces unusable hats if a measurement is wrong. For a group order that is usually more risk than it is worth.
The XL exists precisely because most orders cannot measure everyone. Our note on Richardson 112 vs Yupoong 6606 covers blank alternatives.
What We Tell Customers Who Ask
The XL costs modestly more than the standard 112 and needs no additional artwork setup, so adding a few units to a program is a small cost.
A properly fitting cap holds its shape better over time. A standard cap worn at its adjustment limit stretches and distorts faster than an XL worn comfortably.
Both share the mesh back, which matters in Florida heat. The XL gives more crown volume, which some people find noticeably cooler as well as more comfortable.
For a mixed group we would run standard 112s as the base with XL units at roughly one in fifteen, in a colorway confirmed available in both sizes, on one artwork setup.
We plan XL units into group orders by default rather than waiting for someone to ask, because the person who needs one is the person most likely to go without. Free digital proof, free artwork setup on twelve or more, no minimums.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Richardson 112 XL?
The same trucker cap with a larger crown and extended adjustment range. It adds both circumference and crown depth rather than only a longer strap.
Who needs an XL?
Anyone measuring above roughly 24 inches, anyone at the last setting on a standard cap and anyone who finds caps sit high on the head rather than down on it.
How is it different from a longer strap?
The crown is deeper as well as wider. Most discomfort in an undersized cap comes from the hat sitting too high, which extending a strap does not fix.
Does the artwork need to change?
No. The front panel is larger, so a design sized for the standard 112 sits with slightly more margin. One setup covers both sizes.
How many XL units should I order?
Roughly one in fifteen to twenty for a general group, more for trades and athletic populations. Ordering a few spares is worth it even where nobody has asked.
Are all colorways available in XL?
No. The XL stocks a narrower range than the standard. Confirm your colorway exists in both sizes before approving a design.
Is there a minimum order?
No. One hat is a real order, so adding a single XL to an existing program is straightforward.
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