A monogrammed swim cap is one of the best ways to stand out in the water. Swimmers are fully submerged with only their heads staying above the surface and keeping steady. Their caps make them easier to spot in a pool during training and competitions. These can also help safety monitoring teams in open water races. It’s important to pick the right colors for visibility. Many will want to use hues that have personal significance such as the colors of their school or their country. They can have these customized along with printed names and logos. Consider the following when getting a monogrammed swim cap:
Specify the Material
You have several materials to choose from including latex and silicone. Latex is thinner and cheaper. Some swimmers like latex caps because these are very flexible so they don’t put much pressure on their heads. They also glide well in the water. However, they tend to rip faster than other materials and they can cause allergies. Silicone is thicker, warmer, and more durable. It is more expensive than latex at often double the price but its longevity makes this a sensible choice.
Pay Less with More
Most custom cap orders are from swim teams and classes such that the intended users are quite a lot. This is a good thing since shops tend to provide better pricing for higher volumes. Pay less per piece by buying in bigger quantities instead of dealing with this piecewise.
Consider the Minimum Order
You should check the minimum order accepted by each shop. It is rare for these businesses to accept low quantities given the high overhead cost for each design and batch printing. For example, you may need to get at least 25 pieces to get things going. Since there is the possibly of cap tears, it would be wise to get two for every person.
Check Additional Fees
Pay attention to what’s included in the advertised rates. Maybe this only covers the cap itself and the logo printing. You may need to pay additional fees for each name. There may also be minimum order quantities of each name. Look into shipping costs as well since this can be high if the shop is far away. Others are able to provide free shipping for all orders, or at least for those that reach a certain quota.
Maximize Price Matching
Many shops will attempt to match price if you find another place that provides a lower quote. Take advantage of this to lower your costs.
