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Why the Oleu Boardshirt is the Ultimate Paddle Shirt
If you've been paying attention, you've probably noticed that the Oleu Boardshirt is the ultimate surf shirt. With a 50+ UPF rating, the boardshirt is more than a surf shirt; it's also the ultimate paddle sun shirt. Whether you're a prone paddler, a sea kayaker, a stand-up paddler, or paddling an outrigger canoe, the Oleu Boardshirt is designed to excel in and out of the water. Continue reading below to learn Why the Oleu Boardshirt is the Ultimate Paddle Shirt. Superior Sun Protection One of the standout features of the Oleu Boardshirt is its UPF50+ rating. This high level of...
Sun Safety Facts
It’s no secret that, as surfers, we spend a lot of time in the sun. Regardless of where you surf, your skill, or what equipment you’re riding, we all are surfing under the same sun. According to a recent study from Southern Cross University in Australia, surfers, swimmers, and stand-up paddlers are six times more likely to develop skin cancer than others. In the study, over 180 surfers, swimmers, and stand-up paddlers were screened, and over 40 percent were identified as having premalignant or malignant skin cancers. Even if you’re not surfing under the unforgiving Australian sun, spending copious amounts of time...
UPF Clothing vs. Sunscreen : Understanding Your Sun Protection Options
Surfing, boating, time spent on the ocean, and sun protection go hand in hand. No matter where you paddle out, from your home break to the far-flung tropical corners of the world, you’re going to want to cover up. Whether you’re surf-tripping around the world or paddling out close to home, severe sunburn can sideline you for days at a time.
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