Welcome to the Front Bumper.
Where Firehouse Identity Meets Custom Branding
The Front Bumper is built for crews, departments, and small businesses who take their branding seriously. We cover everything from custom leather patch hat strategies to firehouse-ready merch that gets noticed—and gets worn.
Whether you're a fire station looking to unify your crew or a brand looking to stand out, you'll find real-world insights on product quality, B2B partnerships, and how to create gear that actually sells. No filler. Just proven ways to turn logos into legacy.
The Front Bumper
🔥 Meet Headcase Customs: A New Chapter from the...
We built Little River Customs for firefighters—but now, we’re taking that same grit to the world. Meet Headcase Customs: a savage new brand for custom hats and real leather patches....
🔥 Meet Headcase Customs: A New Chapter from the...
We built Little River Customs for firefighters—but now, we’re taking that same grit to the world. Meet Headcase Customs: a savage new brand for custom hats and real leather patches....
The Right File = The Right Look: Vector Files E...
Still sending screenshots of your logo? That’s not gonna cut it. Here’s why we need a real vector file to make your custom hats, shields, and patches look firehouse-worthy—and how...
The Right File = The Right Look: Vector Files E...
Still sending screenshots of your logo? That’s not gonna cut it. Here’s why we need a real vector file to make your custom hats, shields, and patches look firehouse-worthy—and how...
A Heads Up About Some Price Changes
We’ve got a quick update: some of our pricing is changing. It’s not an easy call, but it’s a necessary one. Here’s the why, and what’s next.
A Heads Up About Some Price Changes
We’ve got a quick update: some of our pricing is changing. It’s not an easy call, but it’s a necessary one. Here’s the why, and what’s next.
Why Every Firefighter Needs a Custom Hat, a The...
Custom hats can’t fix trauma—but they sure help us hide it. A brutally honest, darkly funny look at the fire service—and what to do when it gets too heavy.
Why Every Firefighter Needs a Custom Hat, a The...
Custom hats can’t fix trauma—but they sure help us hide it. A brutally honest, darkly funny look at the fire service—and what to do when it gets too heavy.
How to Measure Your Head for the Right Firefigh...
Ensure your custom firefighter hat fits perfectly by learning how to measure your head accurately. This guide covers sizing for Richardson 112 Snapback and 110 Fitted hats.
How to Measure Your Head for the Right Firefigh...
Ensure your custom firefighter hat fits perfectly by learning how to measure your head accurately. This guide covers sizing for Richardson 112 Snapback and 110 Fitted hats.
Turn Your Fire Department Patch into a Custom Hat
Your department patch tells a story—so why keep it on your uniform? Turn it into a custom hat built for firehouse pride, off-duty wear, and crew unity.
Turn Your Fire Department Patch into a Custom Hat
Your department patch tells a story—so why keep it on your uniform? Turn it into a custom hat built for firehouse pride, off-duty wear, and crew unity.