Gath Sports
Gath Sports is a global leader in protective helmets for water sports, founded in Australia and home to the inventor of the world's first surfing helmet, introduced in 1989 by Ric Gath. For more than 35 years, shaped alongside professional athletes, water patrol teams, rescue organisations, coaches and recreational riders, Gath turns every wave, every rapid and every rescue into a proving ground for lightweight performance, comfort, durability and certified impact protection.
From heavy surf and whitewater rapids to offshore rescue operations, Gath helmets have been tested in some of the most demanding environments on Earth, built on decades of innovation and real-world experience most brands never face. Gath continues to lead the evolution of protective equipment, empowering athletes and water users to push their limits with confidence. Built on a strict foundation of certified impact protection and durability, Gath equips every rider with uncompromising safety.
As a trusted partner to athletes, National Federations, rescue organisations and industry partners worldwide, Gath stands proudly alongside the global water sports community, advancing safety standards and promoting the use of appropriate protective equipment across all levels of participation.
From the ocean to the concrete waves, the future of safety is just the beginning.
