• "Wins our Editors' Choice Award for Best Sun Hat"

    ★★★★★ OutdoorGearLab

  • "Recommended for Superior Sun Protection"

    ★★★★★ The New York Times Wirecutter

  • "The creme de la creme of sunhats"

    ★★★★★ Gear Patrol

  • "The perfect on-trail companion"

    ★★★★★ Runner's World

  • "Featured in Top Outdoor Gear Picks"

    ★★★★★ Travel + Leisure

Product Details

Description

“This hat turns a neat trick: Top-mounted vents can be flipped open on exceptionally hot days or left closed if you want full protection from the sun. The curved lines on the side make it comfortable on long runs, and it doesn’t interfere with sunglasses. The foldable bill dials up usefulness, so you can pack it flat in your gym bag—or tuck it in the waistband of your shorts, if you need to ditch it mid-run.”

— Runner's World 

We wanted an ultimate performance cap, so we crammed a bunch of our favorite technologies into the Eclipse. Our Convertible Ventilation™ system covers for sun protection and opens up when airflow is needed. The Clamshell Brim™ lets you stow it away in your back pocket or the farthest reaches of your suitcase. Ear-friendly design keeps you comfy until the end of the road.

“This hat turns a neat trick: Top-mounted vents can be flipped open on exceptionally hot days or left closed if you want full protection from the sun. The curved lines on the side make it comfortable on long runs, and it doesn’t interfere with sunglasses. The foldable bill dials up usefulness, so you can pack it flat in your gym bag—or tuck it in the waistband of your shorts, if you need to ditch it mid-run.”

— Runner's World 

We wanted an ultimate performance cap, so we crammed a bunch of our favorite technologies into the Eclipse. Our Convertible Ventilation™ system covers for sun protection and opens up when airflow is needed. The Clamshell Brim™ lets you stow it away in your back pocket or the farthest reaches of your suitcase. Ear-friendly design keeps you comfy until the end of the road.

Choose Your Hat

UPF Rating
UPF 50+ sun rating (mesh not rated)
UPF 50+ sun rating (includes mesh)
UPF 50+ sun rating (mesh not rated)
Brim
3" (7.5 cm) folding Clamshell Brim™
2¾" (6.5 cm) crushable brim
2½" (6.5 cm) pre-curved brim
Weight
2.2 ounces/62.4 grams
1.7 ounces/48.2 grams
1.9 ounces/53.9 grams
Fabric
100% Polyester body
88% Nylon, 12% Polyester body, polyester crown mesh
100% Polyester body
Packing
Brim folds for compact packing
Crushable
Pack with care
Standout
Convertible Ventilation™
Sunglass Lock™ keeps glasses in place
Strategic crown ventilation
  • 5 stars: 70 (72%)
  • 4 stars: 12 (12%)
  • 3 stars: 11 (11%)
  • 2 stars: 3 (3%)
  • 1 star: 1 (1%)
M
Migila
great color, but uncomfortable.

I love the light purple color that I bought. I have been happy with my other hats from Sunday Afternoons. Unfortunately, It shows my sweat. Also the inner seam along my forehead presses into my forehead and leaves an indentation. I have tried adjusting the tightness, but then it is too loose to stay on my head.

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Sheemhikes
Problem some what fixed

As I stated in a previous comment the is some material sticking out behind the brim making the hat uncomfortable. I made the hat to be a bigger size Except when there is a breeze it works ok

J
Jonathan
A keeper.

I love it and wear it or one of my other four colors daily.

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suzanne

Love this hat and got one for a friend too

A
Anonymous

Great fit and wicking. Fold up feature is very nice.

A
Anonymous

Great hats. I have been buying o er 10yrs. Great customer service.

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Pam Gillingham

Love the matching binding! If you find caps too hot or uncomfortable, this is the cap for you. Fits easily in your pants pocket. Wash machine friendly. Will last for many years if you don’t misplace it somewhere.

M
Michael Benschop

Great hat, great communication thanks

S
Steve Reichstein

I like that fact that it folds and can put it my pocket

P
Peg DeBiasi

I've had one of these for several years and they are so convenient for travel and wash nicely.

S
Steve R.

Fits great, looks good, versatile.

K
Kristina Larsen

Fits great, ponytail and all, and I'm thrilled with how easy it is to hand wash. Dries fast and I couldn't be happier.....well, maybe I need another color, too!

C
Charles Clemen

A must have

J
Julesjb17
Own every color and want more please

This is the only hat that I literally have in every single color. I love it that much! It's light and airy, but still keeps me protected from the sun. Just wish they would make it in even more colors, like maybe pink and yellow.

D
Dawn

Perfect running hat!

Y
Yogaball
15 years of excellent service

Returning customer. I originally purchased an Eclipse in 2009. I'm here to replace my favorite head apparel after more than 15 years of excellent service. There wasn't a day that I didn't get interest or a compliment.

T
Tsasdi
Best hat

This has become my most favorite hat. It’s extremely comfortable and cute. I love the new colors !

R
RenoJG
Rear velcro adjustment band attaches to clothing

Nice hat, but velcro adjustment band in back catches on collars of clothing and damages it. I had to stop wearing the hat because of this. The ventilation flaps on top are too prominent and look like wings

J
JGReno
Rear velcro adjustment strap attaches to clothing

Pros: Fits well, nice color, comfortable and cool.
Cons: Velcro adjuster in back attaches to and damages any soft collar (sweater, coat, etc) Because of this I stopped wearing this hat.
The ventilation flaps on top are too prominent and look like flat wings.

d
dc
Eclipse hat

Had a spot just above the bill, like a water spot that didn’t wash out. Also fit was a larger than expected. Love the light weight and the fabric. Also really like the back closure.

G
GageInTime
The everyday cap

Cool feature is the vents for sunglasses. Materials are really nice and they do hold up.

E
Eclipse wearer
Had to replace the old cap that is wearing out

I purchased this cap many years ago for its sun protection and convenience. I liked the profile of it and how it fit and how comfortable it was. It is beginning to fall apart after all these years so I bought two new ones. They are slightly different, with a taller profile than the older type (same name and model) but they have better sun protection as they are newer. I'm glad they're still made. My only disappointment is the profile is taller and not as attractive.

M
Maryann
Mermaid aerobics

This is the second hat in this style that I have purchased. The first one I’ve worn for hiking, water aerobics, walking and general use. The fit is adjustable and air vents help in hot tropical weather. The material is lightweight and easy to clean plus the cap bill is foldable which is great for travel. I have received many compliments also. I have these hats in white and blue. Bought a second one as a backup while traveling. Highly recommend this hat, a favorite! Ian also happy with the quality and service from Sunday Afternoons brand.

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holly

The air flaps look silly and are not very functional .

B
Becca
I OWN ALL 3 COLORS - BEST HAT EVER

I have all 3 colors. LOVE THIS HAT. It's perfectly breathable, lightweight, Never feels hot. Wicks away sweat, easy to clean and the foldable bill allows you to stow it anywhere. Only wish they made more colors. Fuchsia would be great!!

D
Donn
Eclipse Cat

The hat was exactly as described and fit well. The fabric was a little thicker than I expected but necessary to protect from the sun.

M
MV
My favorite hat of all time

I love this hat so much I bought 3 this time. It is packable, comfortable, easy to care for and fits really well. Once it gets too stained, I use them as gardening hats.

D
Doglover
Love this cap

Love this style. I have it in all three colors. Great for summer. Please add more colors!

c
cro
Foldable hat!

II have purchased several of this hat. Vented and foldable, 2 sizes and dark under the brim.

a
anonymous
Great for traveling

Love that it folds easily for traveling or tucking in a pocket/purse. My 2nd hat (lost the first one)

G
GVera
Muy buen producto

Compré el producto en agosto del 2022. Muy contento con el producto.
Espero adquirir otro pronto, veo muy buenos modelos nuevos.

Saludos desde Perú

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