KATIN AQUATICS HAT
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Built for the Water, Backed by a Surf Legacy
The Katin Aquatics Hat is a clean, low-profile cap built from 100% recycled nylon. The material is lightweight and quick-drying by nature, making it a natural fit for surf sessions, beach days, and everything in between. The unstructured mid-crown keeps the silhouette relaxed and packable without sacrificing shape when you need it.
Up front, a woven Katin embroidered patch with a merrowed border delivers the brand's signature surf-heritage graphic identity. The braided rope along the visor bill adds a retro coastal detail that reinforces the Aquatics aesthetic. Closure is a snapback, so fit adjusts without fuss.
Five-Panel Construction and Fit Feel
The five-panel build reduces seams and bulk at the crown, giving the hat a cleaner profile than a six-panel. The mid-crown height sits between a flat-brimmed skate cap and a traditional high-dome baseball hat. Unstructured panels conform softly to the head rather than holding a rigid shape, which suits longer sessions in and out of the water.
Recycled Nylon and Katin's Commitment to Quality
Katin built its reputation on durable, purposeful goods. The Aquatics Hat reflects that directly: recycled nylon is not a compromise material. It is inherently resistant to moisture, abrasion, and salt exposure, and sourcing it from recycled feedstock reduces the demand for virgin petroleum-based fiber. The fabric performs in coastal conditions while cutting the environmental footprint of the finished product.
About Katin
In 1954, Nancy and Walter Katin opened a small boat cover shop in Surfside, California. Surfers quickly noticed the durability of the canvas work coming out of that shop and started commissioning custom surf trunks. Katin became California's first brand to produce surf trunks commercially, and that founding purpose still drives every piece the brand makes today. The Aquatics Hat carries that same standard forward.
Shop the Katin Aquatics Hat at Island Water Sports
Available in store and online at Island Water Sports, South Florida's destination for surf and water sports gear. The Katin Aquatics Hat ships direct and is ready to pick up in person when you want to see it before you buy.
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Specifications
- Material
- 100% Recycled Nylon
- Construction
- 5-panel
- Crown
- Mid-crown, unstructured
- Closure
- Snapback
- Visor Detail
- Visor rope
- Logo
- Katin embroidered patch with merrowed edge
- Brand
- Katin
- MPN
- itemMatrix-41265
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Katin Aquatics Hat made from?
- The Katin Aquatics Hat is made from 100% recycled nylon. The material is lightweight, moisture-resistant, and well suited to coastal and water-adjacent use.
- What type of closure does the Katin Aquatics Hat use?
- It uses a snapback closure, which allows the fit to be adjusted quickly without needing an exact head measurement.
- Is the Katin Aquatics Hat structured or unstructured?
- The hat is unstructured with a mid-crown height. The panels conform softly to the head rather than holding a stiff shape, which makes it comfortable for extended wear.
- What is the embroidered patch on the Katin Aquatics Hat?
- The front panel features a woven Katin embroidered patch with a merrowed border. The patch carries Katin's surf heritage branding, referencing the brand's origins as a surf trunk maker since 1954.
- Is Katin a quality surf brand?
- Yes. Katin was founded in 1954 and is recognized as one of California's first brands to manufacture surf trunks. The brand built its reputation on durable, purposefully made goods for coastal use and continues that focus today.
- How does the Katin Aquatics Hat differ from a standard baseball cap?
- The Aquatics Hat uses a 5-panel unstructured build rather than the 6-panel structured construction of a standard baseball cap. The result is less bulk at the crown, a lower-profile silhouette, and a softer fit. The visor rope detail and recycled nylon material also give it a distinct coastal character.
- Where can I buy the Katin Aquatics Hat?
- The Katin Aquatics Hat is available in store and online at Island Water Sports in South Florida. You can order it to ship directly or pick it up in person.