Paddle Boarding Hats for SUP Touring, Camping & Fishing
Every paddler needs a good paddle board hat
If you are out paddling all day you want a paddle board hat to keep the sun off your head, face and neck. I consider a good paddle board hat to be essential gear.
There are two major categories here: sun hats and hats to keep you warm. As a paddle board camper and fisherman I feel a good hat is almost as important as my paddle. I take two hats with me on all my trips.
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Sun Hats for Paddle Boarding
What are we looking for in a good paddle board sun hat:
- Full Coverage
- Ventilated
- Breathable
- Chin Strap
- Floatable
Geartop Fishing Hat
This Geartop Fishing Hat performs well and has an economical price making it a best value pick. It has a wide brim all the way around. The crown is well ventilated keeping your head cool. It is lightweight and drys quickly. And it comes with a lifetime guarantee.
- Wide Brim
- UPF 50+
- Ventilated Crown
- Quick Dry
- Low Price
- Lifetime Guarantee
Sunday Afternoon Ultra-Adventure Hat
Sunday Afternoon makes a lot of great sun hats. The Ultra-Adventure offers superior sun protection. This hat is comfortable, breathable, durable and keeps the sun off your face and neck. It is lightweight and packs well for SUP camping. I find this hat to look a bit nerdy but if you want a top performing sun hat this is it.
- Superior Sun Protection with Wide Brim & Neck Flap
- Durable
- Lightweight & Packable
- Breathable & Well Ventilated
- UPF 50+
ICOLOR Sun Cap
The ICOLOR Sun Cap has all the features you want in a paddle board sup cap. The face and neck protectors are removable. This hat is lightweight and packs small for SUP camping. It drys quickly and provides UPF 50+ sun protection. A good choice for those who want a baseball style cap.
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Wind & Water Resistant
- Removable Face & Neck Protector
- Breathable
- UPF 50+
Auoon Sports Hat
Another choice in the baseball cap style hats. And one that I own and use paddle boarding. The Auoon Sports Hat is lightweight, drys quickly is breathable and offers UV Protection. Plus it folds down compact enough to fit in your back pocket.
- Lightweight
- drys quickly
- UV Protection
- Folds down into pockets size
- Breathable
Tilley Endurables LTM6 Airflo Hat
While not inexpensive Tilley is known for making a high-quality hat. This is a handsome hat you can wear on the street. It has a nice wide brim and a chin strap to keep it in place in windy weather. The crown is high and ventilated for good air flow. It is lightweight, breathable and provides UPF 50+ sun protection. Great for all types of paddling but a favorite for those who like SUP fishing. This is the best looking and best quality hat on this list.
- Well Made. High Quality.
- High Crown & Ventilated for Air Flow
- Breathable & Water Resistant
- Certified UPF 50+
AirSup Bucket Hat
My top pick for SUP surfing, whitewater, windy conditions or when you know your going to be jumping off your board a lot. This hat will stay on your head with its fully adjustable chin strap. There is a removable neck flap to protect the back of your neck from the sun.
- Durable
- Fully Adjustable Chin Strap
- Quick Drying
- Semi-Hard Brim
- Vented
- Removable Neck Protector
SUP Hats for Keeping Warm
Fall and winter paddling are just too good to be missed. These hats will keep your head warm when the water gets cold. I always take one of these when I am paddle board camping or SUP fishing in cool weather.
TrailHeads Contour Winter Running Beanie
This is a nice snug running beanie that will keep your head warm. What I like about this hat is that the moisture wicking fabric is wind resistant. I also appreciate the two layer ear band for warmth.
- Contoured Fit
- Wicks Moisture & Breathes
- Wind Resistant
- 2 Layer Ear Band
Under Armour ColdGear Reactor Elements Beanie
Nice warm beanie by Under Armour. The exterior finish repels rain and snow yet is still breathable.
- Breathable Yet Warm
- Exterior Finish Repels Rain & Snow
- Anti-Oder Technology
Tough Headwear Skull Cap/Helmet Liner Beanie
Helmet Liners are good for more than wearing under a helmet. This is lightweight, stretchy, breathable and wicks moisture well.
- Snug Fitting
- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Wicks Moisture
O’Neil Thinskins 1.5mm Hood
When you know your going to get wet neoprene is a good choice to keep you warm. This is a snug fitting beanie with a chin strap to keep it on your head. I like how it covers the ears and at 1.5mm you don’t have to worry about overheating. Nice for SUP surfing and whitewater paddling in cold water.
- 1.5mm neoprene
- Flatlocked Stitched
- UV Protection
- Chin Strap
- Snug Fitting
- Lightweight
Rip Curl Flash Bomb 3mm
When your up against really cold water this neoprene hood will keep your head nice and toasty. Great for cold whitewater paddling, winter SUP surfing.and paddling around icebergs.
- 3mm Neoprene
- Glued & Blindstitched
- Lining flash taped
