Nov 12, 2024 · We tested a selection of sun protection hats from Filson, Sunday Afternoons, Outdoor Research, and more to find the best models

May 13, 2019 · Sun hats are great for protecting your skin from the sun's harmful UV (ultraviolet radiation) rays and can save you the hassle of putting sunscreen on your face. All of the hats we tested have a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating between 30 and 50+.

Sep 11, 2023 · If you're shopping for an excellent hat to wear at the beach or for protection in the sun, this is one of our top recommendations. When lounging in our outdoor hot tub in sunny weather, the Simplicity Sun Visor is a favorite for its excellent sun protection and breathable top that'll allow any messy bun or ponytail to poke through.

Jun 5, 2024 · What Other Sun Hats Should You Consider? While we love this hat, its brim is fairly narrow. If you need more sun protection, check out the Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure , which has an inch more brim than the Filson in the front, and a 6" neck cape in the back.

May 18, 2021 · All the cape-style hats in this review scored highest in this department, as their coverage from the sun cannot be matched. The Ultra Adventure has UPF 50+ material, a wide 3.5-inch brim that wraps around the sides of your head, and a long 6-inch neck cape for ideal back of the neck coverage.

Oct 24, 2022 · The Sunday Afternoons Islander Hat is a high-performing sun hat that scored well across most of our rating metrics. It stands out for having a great casual beachy style while also doing a great job protecting you from the sun.

May 18, 2021 · If you want a hat that will be extremely versatile, give you total protection, and don't mind looking dorky when you want to be protected from the sun, then this hat is for you. Check out our review of sun hats to see how it ranks versus competitors.

May 17, 2021 · The Alchemi Labs Desert Hat is one of the more protective hats we tested in this review. It features a 2.5-inch brim and an 8-inch neck cape that provides good protection when the sun is lower in the sky. And, it is constructed using a …

Jul 2, 2012 · The Coolibar Crushable Ventilated Canvas Hat is the best looking hat we tested. It has a good-size brim to keep you protected from the sun while also being comfortable and stylish. It was also surprisingly crushable.

Apr 2, 2017 · We recommend using these hats for traveling because their amazing durability, the secret stash pocket in the top of the hat, and their small brim allows you to navigate the crowds while staying protected at the same time.