Please read the instructions below this size chart before ordering. We have indicated whether this size chart uses body or garment measurements in the notes below the size chart. Allow 1cm variance for all garment measurements (as an example a 56cm garment measurement has a variance of 55-57cm. Please factor that into deciding on the size to order.)
To select cm (cm) or inches (in") please see the top left corner of the size chart table.
cm/ in" | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
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Full Chest (Body) | 93 cm | 101 cm | 109 cm | 115 cm | 123 cm | 131 cm | 138 cm | 145 cm |
Quick Facts: ⊙ Weight: 200g / 7.1oz ; ⊙ Made from 100% Rufiji™ Ripstop BUGTech™ insect defence fabric with wicking, built-in UPF50+, and anti-microbial finish with a soft hand feel
Activities: ⊙ Safari✓ ⊙ Outdoors✓ ⊙ Travel✓ ⊙ Everyday ✓ ⊙ Outdoor sports and activities✓ ⊙ Adventure✓ ⊙ Expeditions✓ ⊙ Farm wear and outdoor workwear✓ ⊙ Country wear✓
Features:
⊙ Weight: 200g / 7.1oz
⊙ Made from softer than ever, strong, and cool 100% BUGTech™ polyamide ripstop fabric with built-in anti-insect treatment and moisture wicking.
⊙ Contrast buttons add to the everyday look of the shirt: further bridging the gap between a pure outdoor shirt and a shirt to wear whenever you please.
⊙ Built-in UPF50+.
⊙ Anti-microbial finish to keep your shirt smelling fresh without washing.
⊙ Quick release from creasing for travel.
⊙ QuickDry material means you can wash and go in no time.
⊙ Single roll-up sleeve tabs on each sleeve.
⊙ Sunglasses loops to hook your sunglasses to your shirt.
⊙ Packaged in a bag made from recyclable paper as part of our 'say no to plastic' environmental philosophy.
⊙ In addition to the anti-insect finish we apply to our BUGTech™ fabric, the unique woven construction of BUGTech™ fabric also offers a high level of protection against mosquitoes as it is not easy for mosquitoes to bite through the fabric.
⊙ Please always back up BUGTech™ with an insect repellent which is proven to work for optimal anti-insect protection.
Introduction:
Everyday-styled and safari friendly, with top-performance features for outdoors and everyday wear – including insect defence, SPF, and wicking. This is a shirt which you will go to time and again when you open your wardrobe. We know that we do. In fact part of the story behind the name for this shirt, the "Everyday shirt" is from the fact that our founder, Steve, wore the Everyday shirt samples he was testing before we made it, just about each and every day. The styling also means that it is a performance collared shirt which you are able to wear in your everyday life.
Rugged styling and top performance features for the outdoors meets a luxurious lightweight and soft feel in the Everyday Shirt. Our BUGTech™ fabric has evolved over the years and carries on our expedition-tested tradition of tried and trusted anti-insect defence, UPF50+ sun protection, and wicking. Without pockets, this easy-wearing shirt is a great addition to your adventure – and everyday – wardrobe.
BUGTech™: It's In the Fabric of Who We Are
⊙ The mantra behind our Rufiji™ and Mara&Meru™ clothing is "No marketing hype - just the facts" - and so we embarked on intensive in-house and independent testing to make sure BUGTech™ performed.
⊙ BUGTech™ fabric has been proven in independent tests by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) Pesticide Trial Section to effectively repel mosquitoes. Please view the test results in the images above. We know of no other manufacturer willing to publish their results.
⊙ The active ingredient in our BUGTech™ fabric is permethrin, which is used at the ultra low dosage of 500ppm. Permethrin is a man-made version of a natural insect repellent found in certain Chrysanthemum plants. BUGTech™ utilises a proprietary permethrin formula to provide effective, odourless insect defence.
⊙ BUGTech™ is effective against most biting insects. The formula which we apply to give BUGTech™ its anti-insect properties should also give protection against bites from a host of insects including mosquitoes, ticks, midges, bed bugs, fleas, and ants. This is according to the makers of the formula which gives BUGTech™ the anti-insect finish. Note that we have only tested BUGTech™ for use against mosquitoes.
⊙ The wicking effect of many anti-insect clothing brands is retarded by the addition of anti-insect finish. This traps heat and can be very uncomfortable. In developing BUGTech™, we wanted to ensure our clients got the technical benefits of our highly-successful SAFARITech fabric with added invaluable insect defence. We have tested and compared BUGTech™ and SAFARITech and concluded that the wicking has not been affected by the anti-insect treatment of our BUGTech™ garments.
⊙ Biting flies (such as the tsetse fly): We make no claim that BUGTech™ will work against tsetse flies and other biting flies. In our experience - and after many field tests in tsetse and biting fly areas - Bushman is the best product when it comes to deterring biting flies, but we do not claim that it gives 100% protection (as nothing we know of is able to do that). When in tsetse fly areas, apply Bushman frequently and generously. Shop for Bushman by going to: Accessories - Insect Repellents.
⊙ BUGTech™ lasts approximately 20 washes. Note that, for any anti-insect finish on a garment, you should always back up the garment with a good insect repellent. It is worth noting too that the tight weave of our BUGTech™ (and SAFARITech fabric) has been shown to also offer a measure of protection against mosquitoes.
If you have any questions regarding BUGTech™ and the development of the fabric, please do not hesitate to contact us.
A long-sleeved shirt is essential for every outdoorsman – the best way to cover up and protect yourself from the sun’s rays. The Everyday Shirt is made for sun and safari and, as the name suggests, its benefits keep you feeling and looking cool for daily wear.
During active outdoor activities and in warm-weather conditions, the BUGTech™ fabric provides UPF50+ sun protection and is feather-light and soft, wicking moisture away from your body and drying quickly for ultimate performance.
This shirt gets top marks for versatility. The sleeves have tabs on each arm for extra security if the day heats up or activities demand you roll up your sleeves. It is also ultra-compact and light for travel and trail, but releases wrinkles quickly for instantly smooth style for long days outdoors or a crisp dinner shirt. The quick drying fabric means you can wash and go for a steady supply of fresh shirts all adventure long – and the anti-microbial finish keeps the fabric fresher for longer between washes.
If you hook your sunglasses over your shirt, the sunglasses loops on the inside of the shirt are a feature for you - helping you to hold on to your shades when you're on the move.
About Rufiji™ Outdoor Apparel: We have spent years going on safari and we know African and adventure travel conditions intimately. We know what works best in extreme climes and what we demand from the clothing we wear. Simply put, other products on the market did not perform to our standards. The next step was obvious: to design and manufacture our own safari and adventure clothing range. The Rufiji™ range was born. The result is a line of clothing that has been tailored for your travels.
*Please do not assume your size - always check the size guide below.
* The BUGtech™ fabric can be worn by all ages. The active ingredient has been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for application onto textiles and clothing. It is non-leaching. I.e. it won't transfer from the fabric / garment onto the wearer's skin.
* While the sunglasses loop reduces the chances of losing your glasses, it may not prevent them falling from your shirt in every instance. Please always be vigilant when it comes to your precious eye wear.
Say no to plastic packaging
Your Rufiji™ clothing is packaged in a recyclable paper bag. At The Safari Store, we are working hard to eliminate plastic from all of our packaging. This forms part of our commitment to a green future and the preservation of the environment, so future generations can enjoy pristine natural spaces.
Everyday BUGTech™ Anti-Insect Long-Sleeved Safari Shirt – Further Information:
⊙ MATERIAL: Made from ripstop BUGTech™ fabric. Ripstop makes the shirt strong, smooth, and soft for comfort, protection, and style on safari and every day. It is quick-drying, releases creases fast, and has anti-microbial properties for extra freshness.
⊙ BUILT-IN INSECT DEFENCE: Independent testing of our BUGTech™ fabric has confirmed the effectiveness of its anti-insect properties without compromising on its moisture wicking ability, which is often the case within the industry.
⊙ WICKING: Strong, cool BUGTech™ fabric draws perspiration away from skin and promotes quick evaporation for maximum dryness and comfort.
⊙ UPF50+: The Ultraviolet Protection Factor is a measure of the amount of the sun's ultraviolet rays that reach your skin. Our BUGTech™ fabric will protect your skin from harmful sun exposure - in effect, sunblock for your clothing. This is the highest UPF rating we know of on a garment.
⊙ ROLL-UP SLEEVE TABS: Roll up and secure the sleeves of this long-sleeved shirt for flexibility and convenience. The tabs on each sleeve secure the sleeves when they're rolled up but remain hidden when sleeves are down.
Stan N.
29 Mar 2024
Comfortable and functional shirt, perfect for safari but also could work for every day wear as the name suggests.
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