Simms SUNGAITER BACK EDDY WILLOW
Features
- + 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex
- + Reliable sun protection – Built with SolarFlex UPF 50+ fabric, shielding your face, neck, and ears from harmful UV rays during long days on the water
- + Lightweight comfort – Quick-drying, breathable stretch fabric keeps you cool and dry, even in hot, humid conditions
- + Breathable performance design – Laser-cut breathing holes enhance airflow, reducing heat buildup and fogging while maintaining coverage
- + Extended coverage fit – Designed with a tall shape that pulls up over your nose and tucks securely into your collar, with extra height in back to fit under or over a hat
- + Versatile protection – Ideal for tropical flats, rivers, or lakes, it offers year-round defense against sun exposure in a packable, easy-care design
The Simms Sungaiter Back Eddy Willow provides essential UPF 50+ sun protection for Great Lakes steelhead and trout anglers during long summer sessions. Its breathable stretch fabric with laser-cut ventilation holes prevents overheating while wade fishing or working tributaries under intense sun. Perfect for protecting face, neck, and ears during dawn-to-dusk fishing marathons on open water.
12 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 6 in excellent shape.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Simms SUNGAITER BACK EDDY WILLOW used for?
Simms's apparel is set up for spey & two-hand, nymphing, and float fishing targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Almanac with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Simms SUNGAITER BACK EDDY WILLOW work for?
This apparel is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon, smallmouth. The Steelhead Almanac species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Simms SUNGAITER BACK EDDY WILLOW?
This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $32.43. Steelhead Almanac does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.
Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
12 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 6 in excellent shape. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Almanac.
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Key Specs
Specifications
- Brand Name
- Simms
- Target Audience
- Men, Unisex-Adults, Women
- Global Trade Identification Number
- 00694264668726
- UPC
- 694264668726
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Style Number
- 10490-1243-00
- Age Range Description
- Adult
- Manufacturer Part Number
- 10490-1243-00
- Item Type Name
- Neck Gaiter
- Manufacturer
- Simms
- Best Sellers Rank
- #653,079 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #289 in Men's Cold...
- ASIN
- B0FM4CNNQV
- Color
- Back Eddy Willow
- Style Name
- Sungaiter Back Eddy Willow
- Pattern
- Solid
- Material Type
- Polyester Blend
- Fabric Type
- 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex
- Apparel Fabric Weight Class
- Lightweight
- Apparel Fabric Stretch
- High Stretch
- Product Care Instructions
- Machine Wash
- Size
- One Size