Fishing | Clothing and Protective Wear

[4liters]

I got one of these burka things from bcf, works great: http://www.bcf.com.au/Product/SunProtec ... p/80626002

You can pull them up so only you're only left with an eye hole, so with sunnies you're 100% coved up. Grab one before Pauline Hansen tries to have them banned

[rb85]

Preferably I’m fishing when UV is not at their peak. If I am fishing day hours sunscreen. Got a few long sleeve collared shirts just light blue and khaki.

[cheaterparts]

If I am fishing day hours sunscreen.

as above but I always also use some Zink on my nose as I tend to rub sunscreen off - at least I notice the zink or things and remember to reapply it

as for a shirt I use a light fluro work shirt it both covers me and is bright ( be seen be safe )

[smile0784]

I got one of these burka things from bcf, works great: http://www.bcf.com.au/Product/SunProtec ... p/80626002

You can pull them up so only you're only left with an eye hole, so with sunnies you're 100% coved up. Grab one before Pauline Hansen tries to have them banned

They do look good

[smile0784]

bcf are having a sale of 2 fishing tournament shirts for $100 atm, they are UPF50 rated which is good. and also breathable.
i use one of those and a hat plus a face mask/buff.
i need to get into the habit of using sunscreen on my face, as thats the only part that gets burnt.

Thanks for the info.

I think the rivers fishing TeX shirt are UPF40 and breathable.

Is you hat and face mask an all in one like this
https://m.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Unisex-UV ... mwBanner=1

Can you get a hat/cap with a UPF rating?

Would these be hot

[mingle]

Thanks for the heads-up. I just bought one of each.

Cheers,

Mike.

[smile0784]

Let us know what you think

[Fish-cador]

i bought burquini

[mingle]

Let us know what you think

Just gave them both a proper try-out...

Raincoat: I'm typically a 'medium' size in jackets and tops, but I went for the large size raincoat, since it give a bit of extra length in the arms and back. I wandered around outside in the rain for about 15 minutes - all good, no leaks!

Plus:
- The hood had a handy 'peak' to keep the rain out of your face
- Waterproof main zip is nifty
- Velcro tabs on the cuffs to seal against wind/rain
- Packs up really small and comes with a handy carry-bag
- For $26 you can't go wrong

Minus:
- A little bit short in the main jacket length - I like raincoats to at least cover my bum fully.
- Only comes in a dark, dark blue colour (actually more of a really dark grey). Olive green would've been nicer.


Fishing Shirt: I went for the sand/beige colour and stuck with the medium size and it's a perfect fit, feels good, looks cool

Plus:
- Nice quick-drying fabric, very similar to a far more expensive Shimano shirt I bought a few years ago.
- Velcro-fastening on the two front pockets.
- 'Extendable' collar, which sort of rolls-up to give better sun-protections for sides/back of neck.
- Well-made, nice fit, cool-looking colour.

Minus:
- Buttons on cuffs - I hate these on fishing shirts. Velcro is the only way to go.

Overall very happy with these two items. I'm going to go and get another shirt tomorrow!

Cheers,

Mike.

[smile0784]

Let us know what you think

Just gave them both a proper try-out...

Raincoat: I'm typically a 'medium' size in jackets and tops, but I went for the large size raincoat, since it give a bit of extra length in the arms and back. I wandered around outside in the rain for about 15 minutes - all good, no leaks!

Plus:
- The hood had a handy 'peak' to keep the rain out of your face
- Waterproof main zip is nifty
- Velcro tabs on the cuffs to seal against wind/rain
- Packs up really small and comes with a handy carry-bag
- For $26 you can't go wrong

Minus:
- A little bit short in the main jacket length - I like raincoats to at least cover my bum fully.
- Only comes in a dark, dark blue colour (actually more of a really dark grey). Olive green would've been nicer.


Fishing Shirt: I went for the sand/beige colour and stuck with the medium size and it's a perfect fit, feels good, looks cool

Plus:
- Nice quick-drying fabric, very similar to a far more expensive Shimano shirt I bought a few years ago.
- Velcro-fastening on the two front pockets.
- 'Extendable' collar, which sort of rolls-up to give better sun-protections for sides/back of neck.
- Well-made, nice fit, cool-looking colour.

Minus:
- Buttons on cuffs - I hate these on fishing shirts. Velcro is the only way to go.

Overall very happy with these two items. I'm going to go and get another shirt tomorrow!

Cheers,

Mike.

Sound like a good jacket