With summer officially underway across Canada there’s no better time to beef up your sun protection than right now.
We have so many great options to help you block out the sun’s harsh rays. From breathable shorts, plenty of hats, sunglasses, and accessories – even sunscreen or lip balm! – you can find everything you need to slip from the sun this summer online or in store.
Here are a couple of great options for sun protection when you’re out playing over the next few months!
ACCESSORIES
The first line of defense when it comes to accessorizing for those sunny days is, well, sunscreen. We have a ton of great options for your face, skin, and lips. But what happens if you get a little sizzled? We’ve got you covered there, too. The SunBum Cool Down lotion is a soothing aloe lotion that helps to revitalize and hydrate your skin.
On those super-sunny days you’ll also want to stay hydrated, and we has a full line-up of tumblers from Yeti. No matter if you’re looking to keep a can cold or load up on fluids to keep cold through the day, Yeti’s industry-leading vessels are just the best. Our favourite is the classic 20 oz., which is made with kitchen-grade stainless steel and double-wall vacuum insulation.
APPAREL
Over the last two decades or so there has been tremendous leaps made from the biggest names in golf gear to make sure that everything golfers wear is breathable, stretchy, and moisture-wicking. With those sticky summer afternoons very much coming in hot, you’re going to want outfits that provide relief from the heat.
There is a wide spectrum of options available from brands like Puma, FootJoy, Nike, Adidas, and more that both look great and help to keep you cool – for both men and women.
Adidas has plenty of skort options for women, while the men’s Ultimate365 short have a lightweight and breathable build and four-way stretch fabric. For extra protection, consider an all-around brim sun hat. The one from Callaway has UPF protection of 50+ and breathable mesh.
There are, of course, no shortage of polo shirts chalk full of anti-sweat material. The Travis Mathew One Room polo as a unique colour-block style, enhanced stretch, and Pure Performance fabric for moisture reduction.
EVEN MORE SUN PROTECTION
On top of so many great hat, polo, shorts, and yes, even sunscreen options, we have a few other sun-protecting additions to your repertoire.
Nike’s unisex solar sleeve boasts UVA and UVB protection where the sleeve covers, plus sweat-wicking material made with Dri-Fit technology. The no-slip tape helps to keep the sleeve in place.
We also have a full line of sunglasses perfect for on or off the course. Oakley’s Sylas sunglasses boast Prizm lens technology – designed to enhance detail and colour of any activity. It’s a classic frame that comes in two colours and has a three-point fit designed for comfort.