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Why You’ll Love Our Sun Protection Hoodie
The future is bright for Rayward Apparel’s sun protection hoodie, which combines soft, breathable bamboo viscose with stylish UV protection.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Sun Protection
Sun safety comes from understanding sun protection. Learn 5 new facts about sun protection, along with how to protect your skin with a UPF hat and shirt.

Best Sun Protection Shirts For Hiking
Discover why our lightweight sun protection shirts are the best shirts for hiking. High and low, hot or cold, trust Rayward Apparel when hiking.
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Stay the course with Rayward Apparel’s sun safety advice, product reviews, travel tips and beyond!

Best Sun Protection Activewear
Sometimes sweating is believing, especially in the case of activewear. When it comes to making the most of your workouts and active time, few things have as big of an impact as your chosen activewear.

What Is a Boonie Hat
A boonie hat is a wide-brimmed bucket hat popularized by military forces in hot climates. They are also great for civilian use too!

Why You Need a UPF Certified Garden Hat This Summer
For gardeners, the most important clothing accessory you’ll own is your garden hat. Find out what to look for when choosing a gardening hat.

What Are the Best Face and Neck Sun Protection Options
Your face and neck need daily protection against the sun. Fortunately, there are multiple UPF options for face and neck sun protection.

How is a Beach Shirt Different From a Regular Shirt
A beach shirt is a must, especially in the summer. Learn what to look for in a quality beach shirt versus a regular shirt.

What Is a Rash Guard Shirt?
A rash guard is an athletic shirt for water activities that protects against UV rays and abrasion from water, sand and wax, especially on surfboards.

Introducing Rayward Apparel’s Shoreline Sun Shirt
Rayward Apparel’s lightweight UPF 50+ Shoreline UV-protective sun shirt is our debut 100% polyester collection, suitable for any adventure from sea to shore and beyond.

Introducing Rayward Apparel’s Crescent City Sun Shirt
Our new UV-protective Crescent City sun shirt is Rayward’s lightest bamboo shirt ever, offering all-day sun protection and everyday comfort!