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Why Slip is better than Slop ?
Posted on 7th Sep 2025
So Choice tested 20 sunscreens for their SPF ratings and 16 failed.
Our 50+UPF Hoodies provide safer protection from both UVA and UVB.
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We tested the SPF claims of 20 sunscreens. 16 failed | CHOICE
What is the difference between SPF and UPF ?
So there seems to be a bit of confusion about the difference between the terms SPF and UPF so we thought we would try and clarify here. Sun Protection Factor (SPF) and Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) are two different standards that measure the effectiveness of sun protection products. SPF is used for sunscreen, while UPF [...]
Test Greats Peter Taylor, Allan Border and Ian Chappell warn of secret skin cancer killer
Check this article outTest cricket greats Peter Taylor, Allan Border and Ian Chappell warn of secret skin cancer killer (theaustralian.com.au)
Channel Nine Summer Warning about Melanoma
Get Hooked on being Sun Smart. Some very scary stats here - including the most common cancer for people between 15-39 is melanoma and 1 in 14 men and 1 in 24 women will develop melanoma.
Make sure you are getting the very best Sun Protection from your fishing clothing.
Make sure you are getting the very best Sun Protection from your fishing clothing. Hooked Gear uses ARPANSA - short for Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency - an Australian Government agency to test its Sun Safe products. Check out their Video and article here;https://www.arpansa.gov.au/our-services/testing-and-calibration/ultraviolet-radiation-testing/fabric-testing
Another Cricket Icon with Skin Cancer
Legendary Cricketer and TV commentator - Ian Chappell battling Skin Cancer. Read more here;https://tvtonight.com.au/2019/07/ian-chappell-batt...
Why our Sun Safe fishing Hoodies are so Special
Our Unique Sun Safe Hoodies are Fully Zippable and Super Lightweight. L/Sleeve with thumb holes so they protect your, face, neck, arm and now even hands! 9 designs to choose from and come in both Kids and Adults sizes. All can be bought online or check them out at our wholesaler/stockist page on www.hookedgear.com.au
How many people knew Reggae Legend Bob Marley died of Melanoma?
http://www.skincancer.org/news/melanoma/marley
Oz actor Hugh Jackman begging.....
Read here how the Wolverine pleads with us to wear sunscreen after 2nd bout of Skin Cancer