"It gets the mix just right between sun and impact protection."
SurfShell
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SurfShell gives you an added layer of protection, so you can surf with confidence and stay in the water longer. Built with the same high-quality materials as a full helmet, but in a lightweight, low-profile design, it’s the perfect balance between wearing nothing and going full helmet.
Made for ocean lovers who want to feel safer, stay comfortable, and enjoy the waves without restriction, SurfShell is the surf hat you’ll forget you’re even wearing ... until it saves your head.
✓ Lightweight impact protection
✓ Stays on in wipeouts
✓ UPF sun protection
✓ Comfortable for long sessions
✓ Looks like a normal surf hat
🗹 Reinforced Protective Shell
ABS and EVA foam helps absorb impact from knocks and bumps while staying lightweight and low-profile.
🗹 Secure Fit That Stays Put
Designed to stay on through duck dives and wipeouts with double adjustment options for size.
🗹 Built-In Sun Protection
Keep the sun off your face and neck during long sessions with the reinforced peak and UPF fabric.
🗹 All-Day Comfort
Lightweight and breathable so you can wear it for hours without even thinking about it.
While the Surf Shell provides added protection, it is not the same level of protection as a 'full-spec' surf helmet.
Intended for light or busy surf conditions to help protect from bumps and gashes. Not intended for use in extreme surf or big wave conditions.
For best performance, ensure the sweatband is fitted snugly over the shell and toggle tightened appropriately.
Always wear your SurfShell properly and use at your own risk. Surf Shell Limited cannot be held liable for any incident that arises while wearing this product. It cannot be guaranteed it will protect the wearer in ever instance due to the extreme and unpredictable nature of surfing.
Measure around your head to get the best fit. If you are between sizes we recommend going with the bigger size and adjusting with the toggle. Sizing recently updated on feedback given.
Small/Youth ~ 50-53
Medium/Adult ~ 54-59
Large/Adult ~ 60-63
✓ Surfers building confidence
✓ Surf schools & instructors
✓ Kids and Teens
✓ People who surf busy surf breaks
✓ Kiteboarding, Wingfoiling, Surfing, SUP
✓ ✓ Anyone who’s taken a board to the head (or wants to avoid it!)
Is it a helmet?
It’s a reinforced surf hat designed to provide lightweight head protection without the bulk of a traditional helmet.
Will it stay on in big waves?
It’s designed to stay secure through wipeouts and duck diving in small to medium size surf conditions. We do not recommend SurfShell for heavy or extreme conditions.
Can I wear it all session?
Absolutely! It’s lightweight and breathable for long sessions.
Do I need this if I’m a beginner?
This is actually when it’s most helpful, it gives extra confidence while you’re learning where to position in the line up.
Does it have a hard brim?
Yes! Made with a reinforced front brim to prevent from it flopping in-front of your face.
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15-day return policy
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Overall rating: 4.4736843 / 5 from 38 reviews.
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"I love the style and colors but it is too small even though I took measurements and ordered per your size chart. I cannot wear it, it is too small. I would like to return or exchange for bigger size but have not received a response to my email to customer service."
— Linda M. (1/5)
"Bonjour, Je suis très satisfaite de ma commande. Mon chapeau me va à merveille. Je recommande à tous les surfeurs(ses) ces beaux chapeaux de protection. ils sont sécurisant et agréable à porter. En tout cas merci Surfshell. Vous avez fait du beau travail. Bon courage et bon surf à tous."
— Sonia N. (5/5)
"tHE FIRST ONE WAS TOO SMALL AND YOU NEVER REPLIED TO MY EMAIL TO RETURN. i RECIEVED MY NEXT ORDER AND ITS GREAT. i WILL BE ORDERING ONE MORE FOR MY PLACE IN MEXICO IF YOU MIGHT DISCOUNT ON THE REASONING OF NOT BEING ABLE TO RETURN MY FIRST ONE."
— Eileen A. (4/5)
"Love my new SurfShell. Everyone can now see where I am. It fits great."
— Sandra (5/5)
"I really enjoy the helmet - the color is great, it fits perfect and it is very comfortable! The problem was I ordered the helmet to Bulgaria and I had to pay 25 euros for the shipping and 21 euros taxes so finally the helmet costed around 100 euros. But I am satisfied with the product after all! I recommend it!"
— Elitsa S. (5/5)
"All my friends are jealous ;-)))"
— Corinne S. (5/5)
"I absolutely love my new surf hat. It is so fashionable, fits really well, stays in place, blocks the sun, allows for my headphones, protects my skull, and my people can always find me out there. Like it so much I ordered a second one!"
— Elizabeth S. (5/5)
"Love it! Feel so much more safe out in the water 🤍"
— Paige W. (5/5)
"I haven't tried it yet,, but feels nice and comfortable. I should use it on my next trip to Brazil. Thanks"
— Monik G. (5/5)
"I’m loving my SurfShell hat. Been using it for wingfoiling in strong winds at the Gorge. It’s been awesome. The front brim is solid in the wind and on big spills! I even get compliments on the water. It’s visible, protective, and stylish. A great design."
— Kelli F. (5/5)
