Sunday Afternoons Bug Free Cruiser Net Hat

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This version of the Cruiser Hat keeps the protective wide brim and adds a bug net for comfortable protection. Ideal for trips to warm areas where bugs are an issue.

Sunday Afternoons says:

Comfort and simplicity meet chemical free protection. This versatile hat conceals a net stowed in the crown without changing its classic profile. Simply untuck for full head and neck protection. Black mesh provides optimal visibility. Treated with PFC-free durable water repellent finish.

Our Verdict

The Bug Free Cruiser Net Hat is another great example of Sunday Afternoons committed approach to designing headgear that protect the wearer from the Sun and they achieve this in spades. The protection they offer is invaluable and this version of the Cruiser adds insect protection to the list too. The bug net can be rolled up and stored in the crown of the hat when it’s not needed which is a great idea. When you need to get away from the bugs just drop the net and you have a spacious, breathable area to enjoy under the wide brim.

The Cruiser hat has a very wide brim which takes care of the sun protection its well-constructed but the brim is wired which means its not crushable, so you have to be careful how you store it. In the crown there’s an absorbent mesh band and a vent around the top edge. There’s also some size adjustment by virtue of a shockcord around the back edge.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• UPF 50+ sun rating (mesh not rated)
• 7 cm front brim and 9 cm back brim
• Bug net stows in crown and untucks for full head and neck protection
• Strategic crown ventilation
• Floats in water
• Wicking sweatband
• PFC-free durable water repellent finish
• Removable chinstrap
• Internal adjustable sizing
• bluesign® certified main fabric

Specifications

• Medium weighs: 122g
• Large weighs: 124g

Material

• Body: 100% nylon
• Mesh: 100% nylon
• Crown mesh: 100% polyester
• bluesign® certified main fabric

Help & advice:

• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?
• What is Bluesign?