Salty Crew
Crab Hooded Rashguard Tee
This men's long-sleeve hooded rashguard from Salty Crew is made from a stretch microfibre blend (54% recycled polyester, 32% polyester, 14% elastane) that provides UPF 50+ UVA/UVB protection and effectively wicks away moisture. It features a crew neck, built-in hood, and a crab graphic print at the front chest and back. The product is currently unavailable as it has been discontinued.
- Material
- Stretch microfibre
- Style
- activewear, sporty, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Size
Specifications
Stretch microfibre rashguard tee with built-in hood and UPF 50+ sun protection, featuring moisture-wicking fabric and all-over crab print.
UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture-wicking stretch microfibre, built-in hood, long sleeves, crew neck, front and back print.
- Material
- Stretch microfibre
- Style
- activewear, sporty, casual
- Occasion
- beach-day, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- stretch microfibre fabric with UPF 50+ protection
- moisture-wicking performance for quick drying
- crew neck collar
- long sleeve design for full arm coverage
- integrated hood for additional sun protection
- graphic print on front and back
- UV-blocking technology for water activities
Product Insights
The Crab Hooded Rashguard Tee by Salty Crew provides inherent UPF 50+ sun protection from recycled polyester that lasts 50+ washes and remains effective when wet, but its stretch fit over body contours can reduce protection to 30–40, especially on tight areas like the chest. The hood stays secure during paddling and duck dives without a drawcord. At $39.95 CAD, it is the brand's least expensive hooded rashguard, undercutting O'Neill with recycled content and a hood. The fabric blend of 54% recycled polyester and 14% elastane offers stretch that budget alternatives lack, yet the brand's authenticity is considered more genuine than Salt Life but risks perception of posing without involvement. Proper care, including freshwater rinsing after use, preserves the UPF rating, and fabric thinning indicates when protection has diminished.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Intrinsic UPF 50+ lasts 50+ washes.
- Wet UPF retention
- UPF 50+ protection maintained when wet.
- Stretch impact on UPF
- Stretch over body contours can reduce effective UPF to 30–40.
- Hood
- Stays put during paddling and short duck dives without a drawcord.
- Value
- At $39.95, it's Salty Crew's least expensive hooded rashguard; undercuts O'Neill with recycled content and hood.
- Fabric
- 54% recycled polyester and 14% elastane for stretch; budget alternatives use 100% polyester lacking stretch.
- Sun protection
- Inherent UPF 50+ from recycled polyester lasts many washes; stretch over chest reduces protection to 30-40.
- Brand authenticity
- Considered a more authentic surf/fish brand than Salt Life, but risk of posing without involvement.
- Price positioning
- At $39.95 CAD, undercuts Salty Crew's own lineup and outfeatures O'Neill's same-price rashguard with a hood and recycled material.
- Sustainability
- 54% recycled polyester at the price of hoodless rashguards.
- Care instructions
- Following the care guide ensures UPF 50+ for 50 washes and preserves the printed graphic.
- Post-use rinse
- Freshwater rinse after each use prevents salt and chlorine from reducing the UPF rating.
- Replacement timing
- Fabric thinning or increased light transmission indicates UPF has dropped below its rated level.
- Wet protection
- UPF 50+ remains effective when wet; inherent UV absorption unaffected.
- Fit
- Hood covers ears and neck; stretch may reduce UPF to 30-40 on tight areas.
Product record
- Title
- Crab Hooded Rashguard Tee
- Brand
- Salty Crew
- Price
- 39.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Long-sleeve hooded rashguard shown from a rear three-quarter right view; smooth light off-white fabric with a multicolored crab graphic printed on the upper back and a small rectangular tag on the hood.
- Silhouette and viewLong-sleeve hooded tee shown on a model from the rear three-quarter right angle; hood lies flat against the upper back and shoulders; hem falls just below the waistline.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.78 · h 0.86 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight knit with a slight sheen consistent with a synthetic performance fabric; fabric drapes softly over the back with subtle stretch wrinkles at the elbow and lower back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.62 · h 0.62 (high) - Hood detailRaised hood seam visible where it meets the neckline; hood lies folded and flat on the upper back showing an external rectangular fabric tag at the right rear edge of the hood.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high) - Back graphic compositionLarge circular badge printed on the upper back containing a detailed, multicolored crab illustration with legs and claws extending within the circle.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.24 (high) - Graphic text - top arc“SALTY CREW”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.06 (high) - Graphic text - lower arc“FIND REFUGE IN THE”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.06 (high) - Small mark below graphicSmall square logo or mark printed below the crab inside the badge
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.42 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (medium) - Sleeve and hem finishSleeves and hem finished with a narrow stitched edge; left sleeve shows slight gathering near the elbow.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.52 (high) - Hood tag text (partial)“SC”Partial
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.09 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Studio shot on a white background with a male model; three-quarter rear composition, soft even lighting, minimal shadows, model has hands in pockets and looks to the right.
- Shot compositionModel positioned slightly right of center, shown from the rear three-quarter angle with head turned to the right.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal visible shadows under the model.
- Model poseModel's hands are inserted in pants pockets, causing slight pull at the hem on each side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
pale off-white· main fabric#C5C4C2olive green· crab shellteal blue· crab clawscoral pink· graphic accentsdark gray· graphic outline and text- Silhouette and viewLong-sleeve hooded tee shown on a model from the rear three-quarter right angle; hood lies flat against the upper back and shoulders; hem falls just below the waistline.
- 02
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve hooded rashguard worn by a model; light neutral fabric with a small circular chest graphic on the left front and a one-piece attached hood.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, slim-fitting shirt with a slightly relaxed hem sitting over the hips; sleeves are full length and the body is smooth with minimal visible seams.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight, slightly lustrous knit fabric that drapes softly and shows mild horizontal stretch ripples at the waist and hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Hood constructionAttached single-layer hood integrated into the neckline with no visible drawcords; hood lies flat at the back and opens in a shallow V at the front neckline.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.04 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (high) - Left chest graphicSmall circular printed graphic located on the left chest showing a multicolor illustration and surrounding text.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Chest text (legible)“SALTY CREW”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsSimple narrow hem at sleeve ends with no visible elastic or thumbholes.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing product shot on a plain light background showing a model wearing the garment; model's hands and black drawstring shorts visible; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal studio portrait crop from head to upper thighs showing the garment on a model against a seamless light background.
- Model and stylingMale model standing facing forward with one hand in pocket and the other relaxed by the side; garment shown worn over black shorts with visible patterned drawcords.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse lighting with soft, minimal shadows visible under the model and slight shading on the garment folds.
Colors
pale warm gray· body and hood fabric#CDC9C6- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve, slim-fitting shirt with a slightly relaxed hem sitting over the hips; sleeves are full length and the body is smooth with minimal visible seams.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/surfingReddit discussions about Salty Crew brand image suggest it's associated with surf and fishing culture, though sometimes viewed as a poser brand.
Some users view Salty Crew as a brand for people who don't actually fish or surf, while others defend it as authentic for coastal workers.
Themes
Use Cases
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Boating
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Salt Life
Salty Crew is considered more authentically associated with surf and fishing lifestyle compared to Salt Life, which is seen as a poser brand for inland tourists.
Source Threads
Salty Crew brand perception compared to Salt Life
Yes! salt life is for people who went in the ocean once and like car decals. Salty crew is for the people who never caught a fish but want one on their shirt.
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