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Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
Bucket Bump Hat - Grey

Bucket Bump Hat - Grey

Regular price $120.00 AUD
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
15 Reviews

SUN PROTECTIVE BUMP HAT FOR ALL WATERSPORTS

Size: L/XL
Colour: Grey
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Engineered for protection, comfort, and performance on the water, the Vaikobi Bucket Bump Hat with full brim combines certified impact protection with everyday functionality. Designed to reduce the chance of minor knocks, bruises, and cuts, it’s perfect for high-speed watersports, boating, or rocky shore environments. Lightweight, UV-protective, and quick-drying, this is essential headgear for confident performance under the sun.

Key Features:

  • Bump hat protection: Reduces the risk of minor head knocks, bruises, and cuts.
  • EN 812 certified: Designed and tested to meet safety impact standards.
  • Durable Cordura outer: Heavy-duty fabric delivers long-lasting protection.
  • Secure fit system: Sleek ear and chin strap with flat buckle keeps hat in place during active use.
  • UV50+ sun protection: Shields your head and face from harmful rays.
  • Soft elastic headband: Quick-drying and comfortable for extended wear.
  • Stiff 360 brim with black underside: Maintains shape, won't fall over face, and minimises glare for clear vision.
  • 6mm moulded shock-absorbing 3D foam: Low-rebound foam absorbs impact and enhances safety.
  • Rigid 2mm lightweight moulded shell: Provides structure and protection without excess weight.
  • Moulded 3D shape: Fits close to the head for a secure, comfortable feel.
  • Foam channels for airflow: Moulded internal channels allow air movement around the head.
  • Large vented area: Promotes airflow and cooling during high-intensity activity.
  • Part of the Vaikobi Impact Protection Series: Designed for ultimate confidence on and off the water.
Technical Info
  • EN 812 certified: Designed and tested to meet safety impact standards.
  • Bump hat protection: Reduces the risk of minor head knocks, bruises, and cuts.
  • Durable Cordura outer: Heavy-duty fabric delivers long-lasting protection.
  • UV50+ sun protection: Shields your head and face from harmful rays.
  • Soft elastic headband: Quick-drying and comfortable for extended wear.
  • Stiff 360 brim with black underside: Maintains shape, won't fall over face, and minimises glare for clear vision.
  • 6mm moulded shock-absorbing 3D foam: Low-rebound foam absorbs impact and enhances safety.
  • Rigid 2mm lightweight moulded shell: Provides structure and protection without excess weight.
  • Moulded 3D shape: Fits close to the head for a secure, comfortable feel.
  • Foam channels for airflow: Moulded internal channels allow air movement around the head.
  • Large vented area: Promotes airflow and cooling during high-intensity activity.
How Does It Fit?
  • Secure fit system: Sleek ear and chin strap with flat buckle keeps hat in place during active use.
  • Check out our size guide | PLEASE NOTE: these don't have an adjuster so if you are between sizes please go down a size.

  • If your Impact Hat arrives slightly out of shape, gently bend and flex the inner shell by hand, then try it back on, and repeat until it feels comfortable and uniform on your head. Adjust the straps and cord for the perfect fit.
Which Sport Is This For?

Designed to reduce the chance of minor knocks, bruises, and cuts, it’s perfect for high-speed watersports, boating, or rocky shore environments as well as:

  • Surfing
  • Foiling
  • Skiff sailing
  • Yachting
  • Boating
  • Rock fishing
  • High performance watersports (where a certified helmet is not required)
Shipping + Delivery
  • We use all major carriers, and local courier partners. You'll be asked to select a delivery method during checkout. All Import Duties and Local taxes are the responsibility of the purchaser unless otherwise stated.
  • Vaikobi ships from our headquarters in Sydney Australia. The time it takes to receive your Vaikobi order depends on where you live. Please check the tracking number provided in your confirmation email. For a list of approximate delivery times click here.
  • During sale periods shipping times might be extended
  • Please click here for Shipping Policy
Warranty + Returns

We want you to love your Vaikobi gear. If something isn't right, we'll make it right.

  • If your order arrives faulty or not as described, contact us at [email protected] straight away and we'll sort it out — wherever you are in the world.
  • Changed your mind or need a different size? Items can be returned within 6 weeks of delivery in unused, undamaged, and fully resellable condition for a refund, exchange, or store credit.
  • Sale and Outlet items (including Black Friday orders) are not eligible for a refund but may be exchanged or returned for store credit — email [email protected] for assistance.
  • EU customers have the right to withdraw from their order within 14 days of delivery. Items must be returned to Vaikobi HQ in Australia at your own cost. See our full EU withdrawal policy here.

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About Bucket Bump Hat - Grey

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Size Head Circumference
S/M 52-57cm
L/XL 58-62cm

Head Circumference:


Place a non-stretchable measuring tape at the widest possible circumference of the head. This involves wrapping the tape around the largest part of the forehead and the biggest bump at the back of the head.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a bump hat?

A bump hat is a lightweight protective cap with a thin rigid shell and shock-absorbing foam, designed to protect your head from minor knocks, cuts, and scrapes during watersports. It looks like a normal cap or bucket hat but offers EN 812 certified impact protection. Read our full bump hat guide.

What's the difference between a bump hat and a helmet?

A bump hat protects against low-speed impacts you cause yourself, like hitting your own board or a boom, and is EN 812 certified. A helmet is EN 1385 certified and protects against high-velocity impacts like rocks or hard water landings. A bump hat isn't a substitute for a helmet in high-consequence conditions. Read our full comparison.

Which Vaikobi Bump Hat should I choose?

The Bump Hat Surf suits surfing and ocean foiling with a secure chin strap, the Bump Hat Hydro suits flat-water paddling with a less restrictive draw-cord, and the Bucket Bump Hat suits sailing and downwinders with a full 360° sun brim. All are EN 812 certified. Read our bump hat guide.

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    Karrie G.
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    What sport did you use it for? Paddling
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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    Perfect fit

    Comfortable hat and perfect brim.

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    Kurt K.
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    Bucket Bump Hat - Orange
    I recommend this product
    What sport did you use it for? Other watersport
    Age Range 41 - 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Amazing hat and helmet

    Love this helmet hat for the lake. Makes me feel a lil safer and the orange is visible in the water as well. Great hat great fit I want to get another one.

    Kurt

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    5 Stars

    Really good bump cap!!

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    Andrew C.
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    Bucket Bump Hat - Grey
    I recommend this product
    What sport did you use it for? Foiling
    Age Range 41 - 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Great hat

    Very comfortable hat. Sits firmly in place with no side play despite plenty of stacks. Good sun protection and stiff visor keeps brim out of face. 5/5. My foiling wife is another one after trying mine.

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    Andres R. j. r.
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    I recommend this product
    What sport did you use it for? Foiling
    Age Range 41 - 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    buckey bumo hat

    great fit, and covers a lot from the neck snd ears. greqt protection and very comfortable

    will by another size for my son

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What is a bump hat?

A bump hat is a lightweight protective cap with a thin rigid shell and shock-absorbing foam, designed to protect your head from minor knocks, cuts, and scrapes during watersports. It looks like a normal cap or bucket hat but offers EN 812 certified impact protection. Read our full bump hat guide.

What's the difference between a bump hat and a helmet?

A bump hat protects against low-speed impacts you cause yourself, like hitting your own board or a boom, and is EN 812 certified. A helmet is EN 1385 certified and protects against high-velocity impacts like rocks or hard water landings. A bump hat isn't a substitute for a helmet in high-consequence conditions. Read our full comparison.

Which Vaikobi Bump Hat should I choose?

The Bump Hat Surf suits surfing and ocean foiling with a secure chin strap, the Bump Hat Hydro suits flat-water paddling with a less restrictive draw-cord, and the Bucket Bump Hat suits sailing and downwinders with a full 360° sun brim. All are EN 812 certified. Read our bump hat guide.