Ask Topps RIPPED – Collector Advice

Welcome to Topps RIPPED’s newest column, Ask Topps Ripped. Each Month, Ask Topps RIPPED will answer readers’ questions about anything and everything collecting and in The Hobby.\xa0

If you have questions you want to be answered, emailasktoppsripped@collectfanatics.com\xa0

Jon S. of Henrietta, NY writes:

“I recently got back into collecting, and I'm lost. I'm trying to do it with my kids, and I’m looking for some simple, non-expensive ways to get started. What do you suggest?”

First things first: Let's identify what we're looking for here according to three factors:Fun, Affordable,andVisual Appeal.\xa0

Secondly, the products:

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Check out2024ToppsSeries 1. Depending on your budget, you can spend as much as \\$179 for a jumbo hobby box, \\$50 for a hobby box, or as little as \\$25 for a value box, which still gives you a chance at exclusive royal blue base card parallels.\xa0

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- 2024 Topps Series 1 Checklist Spotlight

- Series 1 Brand History

Another option isTopps Big League Baseball. The 2024 version is packed with mascot cards and fun inserts that people of all ages can enjoy. You can choose from a Hobby Box of 18 packs for \\$50, a Blaster Box of 80 cards for \\$24.99, or a Value Box with 10 packs for \\$29.99.\xa0

Don’t sleep on the GI Joe-style action figures from the 2021 set while you’re at it!\xa0

- 2024 Topps Big League - Baseball Checklist Spotlight

- 2024 Topps Big League Baseball Inside the Box

And remember: If you have a question or questions about collecting and The Hobby, send an email toasktoppsripped@collectfanatics.com\xa0