Best Outdoor Research in 2026

Performance cap with a mesh layer against your head to promote air flow. This UPF 40+ cap is equipped with a curved brim and adjustable fit. Take this out on your next run or hike, you won't regret it!

bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Shell, 100% Polyester Mesh

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband UPF 40+

SUN BASEBALL CAP: This Outdoor Research training cap features a full mesh liner for superior ventilation to keep you cool in hot summer. It serves as a great headwear for runners and hikers.

UPF 50+ PROTECTION: The UPF 50+ protection of the cap protects you from the harmful rays of the sun, making it a great summer hat. Its quick drying and wicking fabric keeps you cool and dry and provides sweat-free performance.

LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION: This sun protection hat is made of bluesign approved 60% recycled nylon and 40% nylon crown and brim and bluesign approved 100% polyester mesh. Light in weight, it serves as a comfortable head wear for the summers.

WATER RESISTANT SUN PROTECTION: A wide shade with a varied foam-stiffened brim width and UPF 50+ rating protects your face and neck from hot, sunny days. A wicking headband keeps sweat and water away from your brow and out of your eyes.

COMFORTABLE AND BREATHABLE: The side vents and external breathable panels keep you cool and comfortable while exploring the great outdoors. Featuring a removable, one-hand adjustable drawcord, your favorite hat will stay with you on all adventures.

MULTIPLE USES: Whatever you are doing outside, this hat has you covered. This sun hat is perfect for beach days, hiking, camping, fishing, tennis, kayaking and boating, and countless other outdoor activities. Easily packs away for travel!

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

OUTDOOR RESEARCH: We built a company from a feeling: the urge to get out. It's what drives us. Our tribe is devoted to exploring our outdoor passions and challenging ourselves in the mountains, water, and deserts of the planet we love so much.

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

OUTDOOR RESEARCH: We built a company from a feeling: the urge to get out; It's what drives us; Our tribe is devoted to exploring our outdoor passions and challenging ourselves in the mountains, water, and deserts of the planet we love so much

Supplex nylon

Convertible design, light fabric

The gold standard in sun protection with side vents and a mesh lining to help keep your head cool. This UPF 50+ sun hat features a wire brim edge binding to ensure a flat and stiffened brim for 360 degrees of protection.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband Mesh-Lined Crown UPF 50+

Supplex nylon

Wide brimmed sun protection with a foam-stiffened floating brim that offers 360 degrees of shade.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick-Drying TransAction Headband UPF 40+

Wide brimmed sun protection with a foam-stiffened floating brim that offers 360 degrees of shade.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick-Drying TransAction Headband UPF 40+

Water resistant gaiters designed for the trail with a stretch hem to help fit a variety of boot profiles.

100% Nylon, 420D Packcloth With PU Coating

Water Resistant Breathable Abrasion-Resistant

SOMBRERO CAP: Tested in some of the heartiest downpours in the world, this skull cap from Outdoor Research is a rainy-day classic. Perfect for times when the weather gets windy, this cap keeps you safe from sweat, sun, and cold winds while looking extremely stylish.

COMFORTABLE & BREATHABLE: Manufactured from bluesign approved 70D plain weave crown, 100% nylon, this outdoor cap is comfortable to wear while resisting tearing and ripping on the way. With a tricot-lined crown, this cap is breathable and wicks away perspiration from the skin.

WATER-REPELLENT & SUN PROTECTION: Ideal for wearing outdoors, this cap features the Gore-Tex water-repellent fabric that directs water away from your face when in monsoon like conditions. The UPF 50+ sun shield protection protects the skin from UV damage, shading the neck and the face.

Fabric Performance: Water-Resistant, Breathable, Lightweight, Wicking, Quick-Drying, TransAction Headband, Mesh-Lined Crown, UPF 50+

Plastic Stiffened Brim

Breathable, lightweight and wicking

SUMMER HATS FOR WOMEN: With a 3.5" brim width at front and 4.75" at back, this Outdoor Research keeps both your head and face protected, when you’re out in the sun. It features a large brim that shields your face from the harmful sun rays.

UPF 50+ PROTECTION: The UPF 50+ protection of this large sun hat protects you from the harmful rays of the sun. Its quick drying and wicking fabric keeping your cool and dry all day long, making it perfect for summer adventures.

WATER-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION: This sun protection hat is made of bluesign approved 60% recycled nylon 40% nylon under brim with 89% nylon and 11% polyester shell. It is both lightweight and breathable and have dark fabric under brim.

Fabric Performance: Water-Resistant, Breathable, Lightweight, Wicking, Quick-Drying, TransAction Headband, Mesh-Lined Crown, UPF 50+

Design Features: Dark Fabric Under Brim, Side Vents on Crown, Embroidered OR Logo

Functional Details: Internal Adjustable Cinch-Band, Removable Chin Cord, Packable

SUMMER HATS FOR WOMEN: With a 3.5" brim width at front and 4.75" at back, this Outdoor Research keeps both your head and face protected, when you’re out in the sun. It features a large brim that shields your face from the harmful sun rays.

UPF 50+ PROTECTION: The UPF 50+ protection of this large sun hat protects you from the harmful rays of the sun. Its quick drying and wicking fabric keeping your cool and dry all day long, making it perfect for summer adventures.

WATER-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION: This sun protection hat is made of bluesign approved 60% recycled nylon 40% nylon under brim with 89% nylon and 11% polyester shell. It is both lightweight and breathable and have dark fabric under brim.

SolarShield&L15; construction; UPF 50. . Ripstop nylon/polyester blend . Foam-stiffened brim floats . TransAction™ headband for comfort and moisture management . External drawcord adjustment

. Removable chin cord with cordlock

China

Award-winning waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX gaiters that are tough as nails and stand the test of time.

bluesign approved, GORE-TEX 3L, 100% Nylon, 70D Plain Weave Upper Leg Panel, Cordura 2L, 100% Nylon, 1000D Woven Foot Panel, 100% Nylon, 420D Packcloth Lining with PU Coating

Waterproof Windproof Breathable Abrasion-Resistant

This booney styled hat has a flat crown and a wide flat brim for 360 degrees of sun protection. Equipped with UPF 50+ fabric, this is a go-to for summer sun.

89% Nylon, 11% Polyester Shell, bluesign approved 60% Recycled Nylon 40% Nylon Under Brim

Water Resistant Breathable Lightweight Wicking Quick Drying TransAction Headband UPF 50+

SUMMER HATS FOR WOMEN: With a 3.5" brim width at front and 4.75" at back, this Outdoor Research keeps both your head and face protected, when you’re out in the sun. It features a large brim that shields your face from the harmful sun rays.

UPF 50+ PROTECTION: The UPF 50+ protection of this large sun hat protects you from the harmful rays of the sun. Its quick drying and wicking fabric keeping your cool and dry all day long, making it perfect for summer adventures.

WATER-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION: This sun protection hat is made of bluesign approved 60% recycled nylon 40% nylon under brim with 89% nylon and 11% polyester shell. It is both lightweight and breathable and have dark fabric under brim.

SUN PROTECTION: Designed with a wide shade foam-stiffened brim and UPF 50+ rating, your face and neck will stay protected from those hot, sunny days. A wicking TransAction headband keeps sweat and water away from your brow and out of your eyes.

COMFORTABLE AND LIGHT: The lightweight material will keep you cooler and comfortable while traveling and exploring the great outdoors. With an adjustable drawcord, your favorite hat will stay with you on all your adventures.

MULTIPLE USES: Whatever you are doing outside, we have you covered. This bucket sun hat is perfect for beach days, hiking, camping, fishing, tennis, kayaking and boating, and countless other outdoor activities.

WOMEN’S OUTDOOR GAITERS: These Outdoor Research gaiters are the perfect way to keep your shoe protected when on an adventure or an outdoor activity. The fitted design of theirs keeps snow, rocks, and debris out of your socks and shoes.

WATERPROOF & WINDPROOF: The windproof and waterproof construction of these hiking gaiters make them weatherproof. Their abrasion resistant Cordura at the inner leg and boot adds durability to them and makes them great for rough adventures.

BREATHABLE CONSTRUCTION: Made of 100% nylon, these leg gaiters for women protect your shoes and at the same time keep your legs breathable and comfortable. They have a 70D plain weave leg panel and a 1000D woven foot panel.

SUN BUCKET: Durable and comfortable to wear, this Outdoor Research bucket hat is designed to accompany you on some rugged backpacking adventures. It is extremely light and packable, and keeps the sun off your face and neck providing decent sun protection with its short brim design.

FABRIC: Made with 86% nylon and 14% polyester, this outdoor sun hat features double weave ripstop main shell and 100% Supplex nylon fabric with plain weave dark fabric under brim for reduced glare. The hat promises excellent water-resistance and breathability, making it perfect for use in hot, sunny outdoors.

COMFORTABLE FIT: The bucket hat for men and women stays well on your head to protect you from outdoor elements. It has an adjustable drawcord that keeps it firmly attached to your head while the removable chin strap keeps it comfortably snug on the head during blustery conditions.

SolarShield&L15; construction; UPF 50. . Ripstop nylon/polyester blend . Foam-stiffened brim floats . TransAction™ headband for comfort and moisture management . External drawcord adjustment

. Removable chin cord with cordlock

China

Fabric Performance: Waterproof, Fully Seam-Taped, Breathable, Lightweight, Wicking, Quick-Drying, TransAction Headband, Checked Fabric, Mesh Tricot-Lined Crown, UPF 50+

Design Features: Dark Fabric Under Brim, Packs In Stash Pocket, Embroidered OR Logo

Functional Details: Removable Chin Cord, Packable

LEG GAITERS FOR MEN: These Outdoor Research boot gaiters help keep rocks, dirt, and light snow from finding its way into your shoes. The stretchable bottom edge of the boots is made to fit a variety of boot profiles.

DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: They are made of 100% nylon with 420D packcloth leg panel and100% nylon packcloth foot panel. These durable and protective snow gaiters are perfect to pair with your boots when going for snow sports.

WATER RESISTANT MATERIAL: The water-resistant construction of these gaiters keeps your leg dry even in the rain. They are breathable and light in weight which makes them perfect for long hours of use and always keeps you comfortable.