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Selecting the Best Rash Guard Shirt for the Sunny Weather

A rash guard shirt is very helpful because it protects you from the harmful rays of the sun and can also be used for water sports. Always buy only the best quality shirts. To learn more about the selection of rash guard shirts, visit our website.

A rash guard shirt is very helpful because it protects you from the harmful rays of the sun and can also be used for water sports. Always buy only the best quality shirts. To learn more about the selection of rash guard shirts, visit our website.

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<strong>Selecting</strong> Your <strong>Rash</strong> <strong>Guard</strong> <strong>Shirt</strong>s<br />

<strong>Rash</strong> guard shirts, also commonly known as rashies, are those body-hugging<br />

lightweight sports shirts that come in different brilliant colours that you often<br />

see being worn by swimmers and surfers on <strong>the</strong> beach. They are made of very<br />

light durable quick drying materials – nylon, spandex, neoprene or polyester –<br />

capable of withstanding <strong>the</strong> impact of wind pressure, body contact with<br />

equipment or a jelly fish sting and can thus prevent skin rashes and irritations<br />

caused by abrasions.<br />

Protection versus UV Rays<br />

<strong>Rash</strong> guard shirts also generally have built-in protection features against <strong>the</strong><br />

sun’s ultra violet radiation to prevent damage to <strong>the</strong> skin. Most rash guards<br />

carry UV protection rating of UPF +50 which keeps off 98% of <strong>the</strong> sun’s<br />

harmful radiation from reaching <strong>the</strong> skin.<br />

Even <strong>for</strong> Non-Water Sports<br />

Owing to <strong>the</strong>ir protective features versus damage to <strong>the</strong> skin, rash guard shirts<br />

have become popular not only in swimming and surfing but also in o<strong>the</strong>r<br />

water sports such as paddle boarding, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, and even<br />

non-water sports such as baseball, football, golf, tennis, and gardening.<br />

Naturally, given people’s love <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> beach and <strong>the</strong> sun, <strong>the</strong> outfits have<br />

become <strong>the</strong> favorite wear among all ages especially because of <strong>the</strong> excellent<br />

protection <strong>the</strong>y get against <strong>the</strong> damaging rays of <strong>the</strong> sun.<br />

Special Stitch Method


The manufacture of rash guard uses a special flatlock stitching that keeps <strong>the</strong><br />

stitches flat to <strong>the</strong> garment instead of being protruded as with most stitches.<br />

This method is intended to provide maximum strength to <strong>the</strong> finished shirt<br />

against intense movement and external pressure.<br />

Short or Long Sleeves<br />

<strong>Rash</strong> guard shirts come in both short and long sleeves, each version having an<br />

advantage of its own. Some sports enthusiasts prefer <strong>the</strong> short sleeved shirts<br />

or even <strong>the</strong> sleeveless vests <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> maximum freedom of movement <strong>the</strong>y can<br />

have with <strong>the</strong>ir arms and bodies. O<strong>the</strong>rs prefer <strong>the</strong> long sleeves as this style<br />

gives <strong>the</strong>m a perfect covering <strong>for</strong> most parts of <strong>the</strong> body and would <strong>the</strong>re<strong>for</strong>e<br />

require less sunscreen applications.<br />

Various Styles and Designs<br />

<strong>Rash</strong> guard shirts are available in different styles, designs, colours, sizes and<br />

materials. For all <strong>the</strong>ir intended functionality, rash guards are worn tight-fit.<br />

Those who might feel uncom<strong>for</strong>table with tight-fitting wear can always<br />

upgrade <strong>the</strong>ir natural size to get a freer fit, although a loose-fit rash guard may<br />

not be suitable <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> more strenuous of sporting activities.<br />

One <strong>for</strong> Cold Wea<strong>the</strong>r<br />

Also, depending on wea<strong>the</strong>r conditions, you may choose <strong>the</strong> rash guard that is<br />

meant as added wear under a wetsuit in cold climates or by itself in hot<br />

wea<strong>the</strong>r conditions. For chilly cold water conditions <strong>the</strong>re is a <strong>the</strong>rmal rash<br />

guard made from thicker <strong>the</strong>rmal materials such as neoprene that can provide<br />

extra warmth to <strong>the</strong> body.<br />

Full Body <strong>Rash</strong> <strong>Guard</strong>


If your sport involves some physical exposure against strong wind pressure or<br />

against an equipment part such as in surfing, canoeing, wake boarding,<br />

kayaking, water skiing, kite surfing or wind surfing, you might prefer to use <strong>the</strong><br />

full body rash guard to protect most parts of your body not only against<br />

abrasions and bruises but also against <strong>the</strong> sun’s harmful radiation.<br />

Versatile Use<br />

Whatever your favourite outdoor sport or activity is, whe<strong>the</strong>r it’s dry or wet,<br />

whe<strong>the</strong>r it is <strong>for</strong> competition or <strong>for</strong> recreation, whatever your age or gender,<br />

you can be sure <strong>the</strong>re is a rash guard that you will find suitable to your tastes,<br />

needs and involvement. Be<strong>for</strong>e you run to <strong>the</strong> beach and jump into <strong>the</strong> water,<br />

be sure you are wearing your favourite rash guard shirt. Enjoy <strong>the</strong> summer!<br />

Stingray Australia<br />

STINGRAY® is <strong>the</strong> original sun protection clothing company in Australia. The<br />

name STINGRAY is synonymous with sun protection awareness and<br />

government education about <strong>the</strong> sun's damaging ultraviolet rays caused by<br />

<strong>the</strong> harsh Australian environment. For all your outfitting requirements as an<br />

athlete or as an outdoor lover, come visit our site and scan our catalogue.<br />

https://www.stingray.com.au/

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