Button Shirts vs. Performance Hoodies for Fishing
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Feature |
Button-Up Fishing Shirt |
Performance Fishing Hoodie |
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Design |
Front button closure (often pearl snaps) with a structured look |
Pullover style with hood; sporty and modern |
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Water Use |
Best for knee-deep fishing or boat fishing – keeps you cool, offers storage, and allows easy sleeve roll-up |
Better for chest-deep wading – fewer openings for water entry, sleeves stay secure with thumb holes, and the hood protects the head/neck |
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Collar / Hood |
Multiple collar options (spread, point, mandarin, button-down); button-down collars are most common in fishing shirts |
Hood designed to fit over caps; some extended with a gaiter-style for face/neck coverage |
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Fabric |
Polyester with UPF protection, quick-dry, moisture-wicking, structured, and durable |
Lightweight polyester with UPF 30–50+, moisture-wicking, breathable, and stretchy |
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Pockets |
Two large front pockets (one waterproof) for phones, wallets, and small gear |
Water-resistant zippered pockets, more secure in deeper water |
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Sleeves |
Long sleeves with roll-up option; full coverage from the sun |
Long sleeves with thumb holes to secure sleeves and protect hands |
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Fit & Comfort |
Relaxed, classic fit; versatile for fishing and casual wear |
Athletic fit, built for movement and all-day comfort |
The table above lays out how button-up fishing shirts stack up against performance hoodies. Feature for feature, water to water.
Button-Up Shirts for Fishing
The button-up is one of the most versatile pieces out there. From office wear to the boat deck, it handles both worlds with ease.
“Button-up” doesn’t mean a fancy collar. It just means the shirt closes with buttons, plain and simple.
The Features of Dagon Button-Up Fishing Shirts
Front Closure
Button-up shirts have a front closure defined by a row of buttons from the collar to the hem. The closure is the defining feature of button-up shirts.
Our lifestyle shirts use pearl snaps built for anglers. Fast, sturdy, and ready so you can focus on the fish, not the buttons.
Collar Styles
Our button-ups come with several collar options. Spread, point, button-down, or mandarin, so you can pick what suits your day on the water. In fishing shirts, button-down collars are the most common, with collar tips fastened by buttons.
Fabric Options
We build our button-ups with performance polyester, tough enough for long days under the sun and soft enough to keep you cool. Features like UPF protection, quick-dry, moisture-wicking, and easy-to-clean properties make polyester a top choice for fishing shirt fabric.
Pockets Upfront
We have added two large pockets to every button-up lifestyle and fishing shirt, with one waterproof pocket. Every angler knows water-resistant pockets matter. Phones and wallets don’t mix well with spray and splash.
Sleeves
Dagon button-ups come with sleeves built for choice, button them down for full sun coverage or roll them up when you’re working the line. Full sleeves protect your arms from harsh sunlight and heat, while rolled sleeves provide better mobility and hassle-free angling.
Hoodies for Fishing
A fishing hoodie is a performance-oriented hoodie designed specifically for anglers. Fishing hoodies aren’t your everyday sweatshirts. They're lightweight, technical, and built to fight off sun and sweat while you stay out longer.
Hood Design
Our fishing hoodies cover your head and neck, sliding easily over a cap. Some stretch into a gaiter-style design for face coverage when the sun’s high.
Polyester
We use polyester here too. Quick-drying, moisture-wicking, and tough enough for long sessions on the water. A high UPF rating, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying capabilities make it one of the best fabrics for sport fishing.
Zippered Pockets
Our hoodies feature water-resistant zippered pockets, perfect for keeping your mobile phone, wallet, and other essentials dry when wading through water.
Fit & Comfort
Our hoodies fit athletic and move easy, keeping you flexible from cast to catch. They give anglers a modern look and all-day comfort, helping them stay active longer.
Thumb Holes
Our Ol’ Salty 2.0 hoodies include thumb holes that keep sleeves in place and protect hands from sun exposure.
Both button-ups and hoodies earn their place on deck. The right pick comes down to how and where you fish. Button-ups give you versatility, storage, and classic style, while hoodies provide added coverage, mobility, and protection in deeper water. Keep both in your gear bag, and you’ll be ready no matter what the water throws your way.
