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Name: Salty Wave Trucker Cap | Embroidered Retro Coastal Snapback
Brand: Printify
Price: 25.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Built for the coast. Made to move. Here's everything you need to find your ideal size — and understand what makes our apparel worth wearing.

Five Tides Apparel sizing flat lay with measuring tape

What is Ring-Spun Cotton?

Close-up of premium ring-spun cotton fabric texture

Not all cotton is created equal. Our tees are crafted from ring-spun cotton — a premium process that makes a real difference in how your shirt looks, feels, and lasts.

Ring-spun cotton is made by continuously twisting and thinning the cotton strands, aligning the fibers in the same direction. The result:

Softer to the touch — noticeably smoother than standard cotton
Stronger and more durable — less pilling, longer life
Better for printing — smooth surface holds graphic detail and color vibrancy longer
Lightweight and breathable — ideal for coastal climates and active wear

What is Garment Dyeing?

Garment-dyed vintage coastal t-shirt with rich washed color variation

Garment dyeing gives our tees and hoodies that lived-in, vintage look straight out of the bag. The entire finished garment is dyed as one piece — so the dye absorbs unevenly, pooling at seams and fading at edges, creating a naturally worn, one-of-a-kind character.

Rich color with natural variation — no two shirts look exactly alike
Pre-washed and pre-shrunk — what you order is what you get
Vintage coastal aesthetic built in — looks like a favorite shirt you've had for years
Gets better with age — color softens beautifully with each wash

⚠️ Care tip: Wash cold, inside out, tumble dry low. Slight color variation in the first wash is normal — it's part of the character.

📏 Sizing Charts

How to measure chest, length, and sleeve

All measurements in inches. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a relaxed coastal fit.

Graphic Tees — Unisex

Size	Chest (in)	Chest (cm)	Length	Sleeve	Fit
S	36–38"	91–97 cm	28"	8"	Relaxed
M	39–41"	99–104 cm	29"	8.5"	True to size
L	42–44"	107–112 cm	30"	9"	True to size
XL	45–47"	114–119 cm	31"	9.5"	Slightly oversized
2XL	48–50"	122–127 cm	32"	10"	Relaxed oversized
3XL	51–53"	130–135 cm	33"	10.5"	Generously oversized

Hoodies — Unisex Pullover

Size	Chest (in)	Chest (cm)	Length	Sleeve	Fit
S	38–40"	97–102 cm	26"	24"	Relaxed
M	41–43"	104–109 cm	27"	25"	True to size
L	44–46"	112–117 cm	28"	26"	True to size
XL	47–49"	119–124 cm	29"	27"	Slightly oversized
2XL	50–52"	127–132 cm	30"	28"	Relaxed oversized
3XL	53–55"	135–140 cm	31"	29"	Generously oversized

Hats

Style	Fit	Circumference	Notes
Snapback	One Size	54–60 cm	Adjustable snap, structured brim
Fitted	S/M, L/XL	S/M: 54–57 cm / L/XL: 58–61 cm	Structured brim, no adjustment
Dad Hat	One Size	54–61 cm	Adjustable strap, relaxed unstructured fit

📐 How to Measure

Chest: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal under your arms.
Length: Measure from the highest point of the shoulder straight down to the bottom hem.
Sleeve: Measure from the center back of the neck, over the shoulder, and down to the wrist.

💡 Pro tip: Garment-dyed pieces are pre-washed and pre-shrunk — no surprises after the first wash.

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Retro coastal energy, snapback structure, and embroidery that reads from across the boardwalk. The Salty Wave trucker cap is built for the beach crowd that wants something with real character — not another blank hat, not another corporate logo. Salt in the air, waves on the front, snapback in the back. That's the whole deal.

Mesh back panel, foam structured front, and adjustable snapback — breathable enough for all-day coastal wear from the dock to the boardwalk. Embroidery that stays sharp through every session.

Embroidered graphic — crisp detail through every wear
Mesh back panel for breathability
Structured foam front
Adjustable snapback closure
One size fits most
Made to order, just for you

Who It's For
The surf crowd, the retro-heads, and the people who like their beach gear with a bit of attitude. If you want a hat that looks like it's been places, this one delivers from the first wear.

Why Five Tides Apparel
We are a small, family-owned coastal brand from the New Hampshire shoreline. Every cap is made to order with embroidery built to hold up wash after wash. No inventory. No shortcuts. Free shipping on every order. A portion of every purchase supports ocean conservation — beach cleanups, marine research, and protecting the coastlines that inspire everything we make.

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