No distractions. “Nice” weather isn't always nice to fish in. A halo of mosquitos circling your head, a skein of sandflies coating your hands, fiery midday sun scorching your skin—summery days can demand just as much protection as rainy or snowy ones. That’s why we built the Sol Defense Hoody. Breathable, high-stretch knit fabric provides a light and airy feel with full 50+ UPF sun protection. Permethrin treated core fibers repel biting insects. Stay cool, comfortable, and fully protected from sun-damage and bug bites, so you can focus on fishing.
| Jackets/Tops | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Sleeve | Chest |
| Medium | 34" | 37-40" |
| Large | 35" | 41-44" |
| Extra Large | 36" | 45-48" |
| Double Extra Large | 37" | 49-52" |
Permethrin is applied on the core fiber for more durable protection and exceptional feel while maintaining breathability and airflow.
Full scuba hood for maximum head and neck coverage
Thumb loops protect hands from sun and bugs
2 side dump pockets for convenient storage and easy access to essential items
Overall rating: 4.9736843 / 5 from 38 reviews.
The Sol Defense Hoody offers a perfect blend of comfort, breathability, and protection. Customers appreciate its snug fit and high-quality material, which provides excellent comfort and repels biting insects. The hoody ensures full sun protection and keeps you cool and comfortable, allowing you to focus on fishing without distractions.
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"Great coverage without feeling two sizes too big or clingy like a lot of others do. Thumb/finger loops are well placed, hood stays on in the wind and underway in a powerboat without being constricted on my head. Side pockets work for light items with the risk of loss if it’s windy, not using them much. Overall great shirt."
"The fit and comfort of this shirt are great! Since this was my first Skwala gear, I followed their sizing guidelines (6'1", 170lb) and ordered size Medium. The sleeves are perfect length and the overall fit in torso and arms is great (not too tight, not too baggy). I often go with a size Large shirt for other brands to get longer sleeves, but those shirts often are too loose/baggy especially when they get wet. The shirts keeps me cool especially after wetting it in the river, but also cools quickly. The waffle-pattern material feels pleasant, it is comfortable and smooth without being oddly slick (like other brands). Great job Skwala!"
"This thing does exactly what it’s designed to do the hood keeps the sun off my neck and it fits great around the hat can’t wait to use it on the hottest days of the year. The sleeves are long enough to cover my hands well."
"Great shirt that is very cool when in direct sunlight on a warm day."
"First time user of this product line, always used Simms and Sitka. Just spent this past week up on the Upper Saint Joe in Idaho. Gear preformed as advertised, will definitely be adding additional garments to my gear lineup."
"10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Spent a fair amount of time around 10,000ft + in the Unitas wearing this shirt and it’s exactly what I’ve been looking for in a backcountry sun hoodie!"
"I’m an avid Skwala guy from my clothes to my waders and anything else you make. It’s truly the best and I’ve been a flyfisherman for 43 years"
"great fit, materials are awesome, Just spent 10 hot days in southern Mexico and stayed comfortable all day."
"This hoody is comfortable, lightweight, and very breathable. . . feels great even on hotter days. Love the neck and ear sun protection. I do quite a bit of hiking along streams and rivers to access the places I like to fish and this hoody has stood up to some tough brush and willows. Will definitely be buying a second one!"
"I’m about average height and size, so it’s surprising that this is the first shirt to actually fit me. The fit is perfect, it’s functional, and I finally feel like I’m getting real value from a fishing hoodie."
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