Smokinal Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 I see the pros are all wearing these in heavy, hot sun; even dark colors. Do they really cool that well that you can wear a dark color in the summer? Any experience with them? Quote
blckshirt98 Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 It looks like they're made of a 95/5 polyester/spandex blend which is basically the same material used by all athletic companies and their "cool fabric" shirts (Nike Dri Fit, adidas ClimaCool, Champion Vapor, etc though some use 100% polyester). Those shirts are bloody amazing in how cool and dry they keep you. Gym, fishing, outdoors, whatever, I wear those everywhere, mostly greys/blacks/dark blues, and they keep me cool as a cucumber. Only thing to look out for is if you have a skin allergy/reaction to spandex, as it can cause itching. 1 Quote
LittleBob Posted January 11, 2016 Posted January 11, 2016 I have the dark gray and black camo long sleeve shirt I bought last year. I absolutely love it and have gotten more of them since. But to answer your question I am very comfortable wearing mine even on the hottest days. Theyre vented also which helps them breathe very well. 1 Quote
tander Posted January 11, 2016 Posted January 11, 2016 I wear Huk or similar long sleeve shirts in the summer. They are really not that hot. I have had skin cancer cut off my arm so I am very careful in the sun. 1 Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted January 11, 2016 Super User Posted January 11, 2016 I was checking them out when they first came out and thought they looked like something I'd like. After a few months I finally caved and purchased a modest assortment of the ICON and Raglan Long Sleeve tops along with a Hoodie. They made a trip to Mexico with me in June - It was over 100 degrees F daily for a week - so there was some sun. I continued to wear them all summer. Tops are Killer Cool and the hoodie takes the chill off a cool morning (or night trip) nicely. I like them and will probably get a few more. A-Jay 4 Quote
spartyon8 Posted January 11, 2016 Posted January 11, 2016 I have a Huk sweatshirt and absolutely love it. I wore in last weekend when it was in the 40s and I was very comfortable. I started with in this summer in the mornings and sometimes forgot I was still wearing it when it was warm out. It was the best clothing investment next to my North Face hiking pants that dry in 10 minutes. 1 Quote
bonzai22 Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 I haven't bought any yet but my friend just got a few and said they are really nice. I will probably be ordering some soon. Quote
JustinU1X Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 There's a rebate on daiwa reels. I sent in for the hoodie, I'm excited to get it. Suppose to repel rain and stains. Quote
badzr2 Posted January 12, 2016 Posted January 12, 2016 They work great in 100+ degree and not having to put on sunscreen is priceless 2 Quote
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