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UPF 50+ sun shirts and UV protection gear for fishing, work, travel, and everyday time outdoors. Shop lightweight long sleeves, hooded coverage, women’s and kids’ shirts, gloves, hats, gaiters, and shorts.

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How to Choose Sun Shirts and Sun Protection Gear

Start with the UPF rating

UPF measures how much ultraviolet radiation passes through fabric. UPF 50 fabric blocks at least 98% of UV rays. UPF rates fabric, while SPF rates sunscreen, and the UPF rating applies only to skin covered by the garment.

Choose the coverage you need

A long-sleeve sun shirt covers the torso and arms. A hood and built-in gaiter add coverage around the head, neck, ears, and parts of the face. Gloves, hats, and neck gaiters can cover additional areas. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen as directed on exposed skin.

Compare fabric and fit

Compare the fabric, ventilation, pockets, thumbholes, hood, gaiter, and fit listed on each product page. Features vary by style, so use the product-specific details and size chart instead of assuming every item performs the same way.

Check care, returns, and warranty details

Follow the care label and product-page instructions for the item you buy. Return windows and warranty coverage vary by product, so review the product page and WindRider policy pages for the terms that apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does UPF 50+ mean?

UPF measures how much ultraviolet radiation passes through fabric. A UPF 50 fabric allows no more than 1/50th of UV radiation to pass through, so it blocks at least 98%. The rating applies to the skin covered by the fabric.

Is UPF the same as SPF?

No. UPF rates fabric, while SPF rates sunscreen. UPF clothing and sunscreen can be used together as part of a sun-protection routine.

Do I still need sunscreen when wearing UPF clothing?

Use broad-spectrum sunscreen as directed on skin that is not covered by the garment, such as the face, ears, hands, or neck. Clothing protects only the areas it covers.

What is the difference between hooded and non-hooded sun shirts?

A non-hooded long-sleeve shirt covers the torso and arms. A hood and built-in gaiter add coverage around the head, neck, ears, and parts of the face. Compare each product’s design to the coverage you want.

How should a sun shirt fit?

Choose a fit that is comfortable and gives you the movement and airflow you want. Use the product-specific size chart because fit and features vary by style.

How should I care for UPF clothing?

Follow the care instructions on the garment and product page. Care requirements vary by fabric and construction; do not assume every style has the same wash-life or drying instructions.

UPF 50+ sun shirts help protect the skin they cover by blocking at least 98% of UVA and UVB rays. Clothing uses a UPF rating; SPF is the rating used for sunscreen. WindRider’s Helios shirts pair this coverage with lightweight, breathable, quick-drying fabric for long days outdoors. Use broad-spectrum sunscreen as directed on exposed skin.

Choose the coverage that fits your day. The Hooded Helios with Gaiter adds a hood and built-in face and neck coverage. The Helios Long Sleeve Sun Shirt is a versatile everyday option offered in multiple colors. The Atoll Hooded Shirt with Gaiter adds an integrated gaiter, thumbholes, and a zippered back pocket, while the Sol Invictus Pro provides another UPF 50+ shirt option.

Beyond shirts, this collection includes women’s and kids’ styles, sun gloves, hybrid shorts, a breathable sun hat, and a neck gaiter. Individual shirt colors are shown as separate cards so you can compare colorways while you browse.

Return windows and warranty coverage vary by product. The Helios Long Sleeve Sun Shirt includes a 99-day risk-free guarantee; other items may have different return windows. Review each product page and our Shipping & Returns and Lifetime Warranty policies for details.

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