Patagonia Men's Sol Patrol Shirt

Patagonia Men's Sol Patrol Shirt

This short-sleeved travel shirt is made of lightweight polyester ripstop with 30-UPF sun protection. This garment has a Relaxed Fit In theory, chasing Indonesian surf and bonefish for weeks on end is like going to heaven; in practice, it's really damn hot. To make sure you're covered, the Sol Patrol Shirt is made of polyester ripstop fabric with hard-core 30-UPF sun protection. Its side air vents are receptive to any breeze, providing comfort in a wide array of circumstances. The Sol Patrol now has our new casting logo stitched above the front left chest pocket. Lightweight, quick-drying polyester provides 30-UPF sun protection Double-layer collar converts to stand-up collar for extra sun protection; stays put with hidden snaps at collar points Cooling mesh at center back, and side vents at arms, facilitate flow-through ventilation Mesh-lined button-through chest pockets; inset zippered pocket on right Cooling mesh at center back and side vents at arms facilitate flow-through ventilation 2.4-oz 100% polyester ripstop with 30-UPF sun protection 204 g (7.2 oz) 30-upf

Lacking fur, feathers or scales, we humans have to think up clever ways to protect ourselves from the sun. Products with the UPF designation provide built-in sun protection that won’t wear off. To achieve sun protection, we take a varied approach, depending on the degree desired and the fabric used. Elements of the strategy can range from yarn selection to fabric construction to the use of special finishes (especially for light colors). Patagonia products with rated UPF protection are tested independently to meet Australia/New Zealand or AATCC protocols. A rating of 15-24 earns a product a rating of “good”; a rating of 25-39 is "very good"; and a rating of 40-50+ is “excellent.” * * When tested in accordance with Australian/New Zealand test methods AS/NZS 4399 or AATCC 183/ASTM6603/ASTM D6544.