Glacier Glove, a leading manufacturer of outdoor sports gloves, has launched a line of hats, caps and gloves under the name of Dr. Shade.

The products provide protection from the sun's harmful UV rays in line with the recommendations from the American Cancer Association for people who work outside and those who participate in outdoor sports.

The Dr. Shade line will feature over 20 products all made from fabrics which have been tested in independent laboratories to verify that they provide sun protection from UPF/ SPF 15 to UPF/ SPF 50

They are made from cotton Lycra, nylon Lycra, microfiber polyester and synthetic leather. The launch follows a successful market trial, and the products are now available at fishing tackle shops and outdoor sports stores including Bass Pro Shops, Cabelas, The Sports Authority, Sportsman's Warehouse and Magellan's travel store, or online from www.glacierglove.com

"Our Dr. Shade gloves are designed specifically to protect the back of your hands which are heavily exposed to the harmful effects of the sun," commented Dick Swan, Glacier Glove president and CEO. "With the growth in awareness of the damage the sun can do to your skin comes a need to protect yourself against it. The Dr. Shade range is ideal for people who spend prolonged periods of time exposed to the sun, be it for work or leisure.