Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt
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UPF 50+ Sun Protection Built for the Water
The Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt delivers full UPF 50+ protection across your torso, arms, and neck without the bulk or the reef-damaging sunscreen. The attached hood extends coverage to the back of the neck and head, keeping you shielded through long sessions in the water or on the water.
The shell is an 86% recycled polyester / 14% elastane blend that earns its place on technical outerwear: it moves with you in all four directions, wicks moisture away from skin, and carries an anti-microbial finish that keeps the shirt fresh across back-to-back days on the water.
Lightweight 4-Way Stretch Fabric
The recycled poly-elastane construction keeps the shirt featherlight while the 4-way stretch accommodates paddling, casting, and every pulling motion between. There is no binding at the shoulders when your arms go overhead and no ride-up at the hem when you drop into a crouch. The lightweight fabric dries fast enough that it never feels heavy after a water entry.
Moisture Wicking and Anti-Microbial
Moisture-wicking properties pull perspiration and seawater away from the skin surface so the shirt stays comfortable on hot, high-output days. The anti-microbial treatment inhibits odor-causing bacteria, keeping the garment performing across extended trips without a daily wash.
Salty Crew Lurking Graphics
True to Salty Crew's surf-rooted heritage, the Lurking sunshirt carries bold screenprinted artwork across the front, back, and sleeves. As visible in the product image, the back features a great white shark graphic above the tagline "Find Refuge in the Sea" in an arched Salty Crew wordmark. Sleeve printing extends the graphic presence down the arm. The print sits directly on the performance fabric with no added weight or stiffness.
Who It Is For
Designed for men who spend extended time on or near open water. Surfers, stand-up paddlers, boaters, anglers, and beachgoers who want genuine UPF 50+ coverage in a shirt that actually moves. The recycled construction aligns with a low-impact approach to ocean time, and the Salty Crew aesthetic keeps it at home in the lineup or on the dock.
Shop at Island Water Sports
The Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt is available in store and online at Island Water Sports. Questions? Call 954-427-4929.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Salty Crew
- Category
- Sun Shirts
- Gender
- Men's
- Fabric
- 86% recycled polyester / 14% elastane
- Sun Protection
- UPF 50+
- Stretch
- 4-way stretch
- Moisture Management
- Moisture wicking
- Anti-Microbial
- Yes
- Graphics
- Screenprinted front, back, and sleeves
- Hood
- Attached hood
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is UPF 50+ and how does it protect against the sun?
- UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) 50+ means the fabric blocks more than 98% of both UVA and UVB radiation from reaching your skin. The Lurking Hooded Sunshirt achieves this rating through the tightly woven recycled polyester-elastane construction, making it one of the most effective sun-protection options for extended time outdoors without relying on topical sunscreen.
- Is the Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt good for surfing?
- Yes. The 4-way stretch fabric allows full range of motion for paddling and pop-ups, the lightweight construction dries fast after water entries, and the UPF 50+ rating protects during long sessions. The attached hood adds coverage at the neck and back of the head where sunburn is common in the water.
- Does the hooded sunshirt replace sunscreen?
- The fabric-covered areas (torso, arms, back of neck, and head when the hood is up) are protected at UPF 50+, so sunscreen is not required there. Exposed areas like the face, hands, and lower legs still benefit from sunscreen. Many surfers and boaters use a hooded sunshirt specifically to reduce how much skin requires chemical sunscreen.
- How should I care for the Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt?
- Machine wash cold with like colors and tumble dry on low or hang dry. Avoid fabric softeners, as they can clog the moisture-wicking fibers and reduce the anti-microbial treatment over time. Rinse with fresh water after salt water or chlorine exposure to extend the life of both the fabric and the screenprinted graphics.
- What makes this sunshirt anti-microbial?
- The fabric carries a built-in anti-microbial finish that inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the shirt's surface. This is especially useful for multi-day water trips or back-to-back sessions when a daily wash is not practical. The treatment is integrated into the fabric rather than added as a surface coating, so it holds up through repeated washings.
- Is the Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt recycled or sustainable?
- The shell fabric is 86% recycled polyester, sourced from post-consumer materials. This reduces the demand for virgin petroleum-based polyester while delivering the same performance characteristics: stretch, moisture management, and UPF 50+ protection.
- Where can I buy the Salty Crew Lurking Hooded Sunshirt?
- It is available in store and online at Island Water Sports in South Florida. You can also order directly through this page. For in-store questions, call 954-427-4929.