NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Ahead’s 2026 headwear collection expresses the brand’s continued commitment to innovate, offering standout style, quality materials, great fit, and eye-catching designs for men, women, and youth.
From the game-changing AeroSphere™ tech fabric to go-to lightweight cotton favorites, the collection strikes the perfect balance between innovation and everyday wearability. Whether it’s for the pro shop, the resort, or an upcoming tournament.
MEN’S STYLES FOR 2026
Ahead Expands the AeroSphere™ Line, Embraces Modern Trends and Fresh Prints
AeroSphere™ Tech Fabric Remains a Standout
Ahead’s acclaimed AeroSphere™ tech fabric, engineered to keep caps cool, dry, and comfortable, debuted nearly three years ago and remains extremely popular. For 2026, three new styles join the AeroSphere family: Ponte, Prima, and Anthem.
- Ponte launches in seven striking color combos, including Spruce/Pink, and features a stylish rope detail.
- Prima is designed with an extra-large fit for maximum comfort.
- Anthem makes a bold statement with a clean white base, summer-themed multi-print on the side and back panels, and rope detail.
Modern Trend Collection: Fresh Takes on Contemporary Style
The Jackson, Adams, and Clubhouse mid-fit caps headline the Modern Trend lineup:
- Jackson: Features a light denim suede top visor and a contrasting tan bill for a modern, refined aesthetic.
- Adams: A bold debut in classic blue.
- Clubhouse: Constructed from a wool and flannel blend, available in charcoal, maroon, navy, and olive.
Fashion Prints Remain a Fan Favorite
Prints remain in popular, and Ahead has responded with five new Fashion Print styles for 2026:
- Splash and Shear: Both use AeroSphere fabric with custom-printed fronts.
- Splash: Available in white/grey and white/blue.
- Shear: Offered in white, ocean, and sage.
- Brewski: Featuring a playful brew micro print and rope detail in a stone/grey/cream color scheme.
- Ronan: Showcases an argyle microfiber print front in grey/dark, grey/platinum, green/dark, and green/white.
- Lure: A lightweight linen cap with an all-over fishing lure print, perfect for both the course and on the water. Colorways include khaki/olive and navy/khaki.
Performance and Texture Combine in New Offerings
- Hollis: A standout in Ahead’s Performance Sport This structured five-panel cap features stretch mesh and comes in grey/maroon, light blue/multi, orion blue/white, and loden/multi.
- Chester: Adds to the Textured Sport collection with a heathered lightweight poly fabric, available in gray, blue, and olive heather.
Sun and Bucket Hats for All-Day Coverage
- Icon Sun Hat: Features an adjustable cinch and is offered in four color combinations.
- Major Bucket Hat: Expected to be a favorite, made from camo print poly fabric, in light grey/grey and black/blue/orange.
Scuba Visor: New to the Line
Ahead enhances its visor line with the new Scuba. Featuring faux perforated sides and a hook-and-loop closure, this sleek option is available in grey, white, and navy.
WOMEN’S STYLES THAT WOW
Fresh Prints, Luxe Feels & Spring Vibes
2026 is all about standing out—and Ahead’s new women’s line delivers with bold prints, performance fabrics, and comfort that feels like a treat.
Meet the Bloom Cap
A new go-to for sunny days. The Bloom cap brings all the floral energy with an all-over print on breezy performance fabric. It’s soft, stylish, and comes in two dreamy color combos:
- Blue / White / Butter
- Butter / White / Pink
More must-haves for her:
- Mirren Cap: Sleek, breathable, and textured for just the right amount of edge.
- Nellie Visor: Sporty, chic, and made for the course—or wherever the sun finds you. Comes in 5 fresh colors and an adjustable printed band.
- Spiraluxe Beanie: Super soft, ultra-cozy, and spun with our Luxe-Yarn. Available in four sophisticated shades, including Wisteria.
FOCUS ON YOUTH
Bold Looks for Youthful Energy
Our 2026 youth picks are full of fun and built to play.
Charlie Cap: Bright, bold, and covered in cool golf icons. Comes in navy, light blue, lime and light purple.
Sneak Preview:
Be among the first to explore the 2026 Spring-Summer headwear and apparel collections at the 2025 PGA Buying Summit, happening July 28–30 at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa, booth #313, in Frisco, Texas.
For more details about the 2026 Headwear Collection, visit aheadweb.com.
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Since energizing the headwear industry with its 1995 debut, Ahead has expanded into the corporate, resort, and collegiate markets. Known for innovation, creativity, and exceptional customer service, Ahead is a leading supplier of headwear to the USGA, PGA of America, PGA TOUR, and Ryder Cup. The company supports more than 5,000 accounts worldwide and was recognized as a “2025 Top 100 Business in Golf” by the National Golf Foundation.
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