Choosing a UV-protection shirt Part 1
All our UV-resistant T-shirts are UPF 50+, meaning they offer maximum sun protection.
They have varying sleeve lengths and are suitable for different water sports.
That said, our line was primarily designed to meet the specific needs of surfers.
Choose your T-shirt based on the duration of your surf session: 1 hour, 2 hours, or 3 hours.
Choosing a UV-protection shirt Part 2
1 hour: Occasional practice. Choose between a loose fit (easy to put on, comfortable when dry) and a tight fit (comfortable when wet). A loop allows you to fasten your shirt to your shorts.
2 hours: Regular practice. The drawstring and seamless underarm panels improve fit and comfort when wet.
3 hours: Intensive practice. Extra warm so you can stay in the water longer.
UV protection even when wet.
This Olaian T-shirt blocks at least 98% of UVB rays and 95% of UVA rays (UPF 50+), guaranteeing effective sun protection. Ideal for water sports, be it in or out of the water. The density of the weave filters out UV rays for long-lasting protection, even after washing. The material’s elastane may deteriorate in chlorinated water.
What does UPF 50+ mean?
UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) is an international standard that measures the proportion of UV rays a fabric lets through to your skin.
A UPF of 50+ means that the fabric blocks at least 98% of UVB rays and 95% of UVA rays.
Reduced chafing
This UV-resistant rash guard helps minimize irritation due to contact with your surfboard or bodyboard. It can also be worn under a wetsuit to limit chafing around the neck and armpits. Shown to reduce chafing from paddling movements during one-hour sessions. If you plan to surf for more than one hour, our 500 UV rash guard with seamless underarm panels is a better choice.
Support and stability in waves.
This rash guard has a front loop that attaches to the cord of your swim shorts to keep it from riding up while you surf. Ideal for sessions of up to one hour. For more than one hour, we recommend choosing the 500 UV top, which also has a drawstring at the hips for better stability. A rash guard can cause irritation on the lower abdomen if it rides up.
Warmth and wind
This rash guard is recommended for use in water temperatures of 22°C and up. Air temperature may affect this recommendation.Our thermal models are made of fleece, neoprene, or both. We recommend choosing a model made with neoprene if you’ll be out in conditions where the wind exceeds 15 km/h.
Suitable for multiple water sports
Our UV T-shirts meet the needs of the most demanding surfers. They’re compatible with many other water sports, including swimming, kitesurfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing, and stand-up paddle boarding.
Sun exposure advice
This top is UV-resistant, but it doesn’t provide total sun protection. Consider other factors like reflections (off water, sand, etc.), temperature, and time of day. Wearing this T-shirt is just one part of staying safe in the sun. You should also wear sunglasses and a hat or cap, apply sunscreen regularly, and drink plenty of water.
Surfing sun protection
https://www.olaian.fr/conseils/la-protection-solaire-en-surf-tp_3890
Our products’ environmental impact
An ABCDE rating shows the environmental impact of a product. Put forward by ADEME, it takes into account production, transportation, usage, and waste generated at the end of a product’s life.
Decathlon displays this information voluntarily to help you identify products with lower environmental impact.
Learn more at sustainability.decathlon.com
What is Olaian?
Based in Hendaye, France, Olaian is Decathlon’s surfing brand.
With our offices right by the river, we’re able to design products and run field tests the very same day.
