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" | XXS/8 | XS/10 | S/12 | M/14 | L/16 | XL/18 | XXL/20 | 3XL/22 |
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1/2 Bust | 48 cm | 50 cm | 52 cm | 54.5 cm | 59 cm | 62 cm | 65 cm | 68 cm |
Centre Back Length | 67 cm | 68 cm | 69 cm | 70 cm | 71 cm | 72 cm | 73 cm | 74 cm |
Sleeve Overarm | 63.2 cm | 63.8 cm | 64.4 cm | 65 cm | 65.6 cm | 66.2 cm | 66.8 cm | 67.4 cm |
Quick Facts: ⊙ Weight: 160g / 5.6oz; ⊙ Made from 100% Rufiji™ Ripstop BUGTech™ anti-insect fabric with wicking, built-in SPF, and anti-microbial finish
Activities: ⊙ For wear around the lodge on safari (please note we do not recommend this shirt beyond the lodge as powder blue is not a safari-friendly colour)✓ ⊙ Outdoors✓ ⊙ Travel✓ ⊙ Everyday casual and smart wear✓ ⊙ Work; ⊙ Outdoor sports and activities✓ ⊙ Adventure✓ ⊙ Expeditions✓
Features:
⊙ Weight: 160g / 5.6oz.
⊙ Made from soft, strong, and cool 100% Rufiji™ Ripstop BUGTech™ anti-insect fabric with moisture wicking.
⊙ Built-in SPF50+.
⊙ Anti-bacterial technology to keep your shirt smelling fresh without washing.
⊙ Quick release from creasing for travel.
⊙ Two chest pockets with button closure.
⊙ +Vent hidden system along back top seam to keep you cool.
⊙ QuickDry material means you can wash and go in no time.
⊙ Single tab and loop roll-up sleeve tabs.
⊙ 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:
Available in eye-catching and always fashionable powder blue and based on our bestselling Rufiji™ SafariElite range, this is an exceptional multi-functional lifestyle shirt for the modern woman.
Designed to suit just about any activity, this is the outdoor shirt made to fit in with every element of your life. We understood the appeal of a different, outstanding colour and so have created this lifestyle shirt that was born out of the outdoors and fits the part everywhere. You are now able to reap the benefit of wearing our superb BUGTech™ fabric for travel, walks in the country, Sunday lunch at the pub, or to wear to work.
Its technical BUGTech™ fabric makes it a shirt adapted for your protection and comfort in the outdoors for activities such as photography, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor hobbies. The list is endless. In addition to the anti-insect and moisture wicking qualities of the fabric, the Ripstop fabric is strong and smooth to the touch with built-in SPF to protect you from the sun.
Creases from packing are quickly released and anti-bacterial technology keeps your shirt smelling fresh between washes. The material also dries quickly, keeping you on the go for adventure travel and outdoor hobbies. Another feature that promotes dryness and comfort is the +Vent system which is hidden along the top seams at the back of the shirt, increasing airflow around your body while you’re on the move.
The Rufiji™ BUGTech™ SafariLife Long-Sleeved Travel and Everyday Shirt has two front pockets with button closure for easy access. The roll-up sleeve tabs are hidden when the sleeves are down, but hold your sleeves in place when rolled up.
Before jumping on the anti-insect clothing bandwagon, we wanted to be 100% sure our clients were receiving a shirt that actually worked. The problem with most other anti-insect brands of clothing is that the wicking effect is retarded by the addition of the anti-insect finish. In effect, you end up wearing a plastic bag. We were most concerned about the following:
• That we developed the best possible anti-insect finish and had it independently tested to ensure that it actually worked;
• That, in the evolution from MaraTech™ to BUGTech™ fabric, the high level of wicking and benefits of our MaraTech™ fabric were not lost or hindered in anyway.
Many other brands forego this testing and rely on intensive marketing campaigns to sell their garments. In developing the BUGTech™ fabric, we were guided by our new mantra for our Rufiji™ clothing range: "No marketing hype. Just the facts." In ensuring we could deliver a product that performs, we undertook to put the Rufiji™ BUGTech™ SafariLife Long-Sleeved Travel and Everyday Shirt through thorough in-house and independent tests.
• Our BUGTech™ fabric has been proven in independent tests by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) Pesticide Trial Section to repel most insects. What is more, the majority of insect repellent garments on the market today have very poor wicking as it usually conflicts with the insect repellent finish on fabric and so, while your garment may keep insects away, without wicking the shirt will not keep you cool. We tested our BUGTech™ against our MaraTech™ range which is highly effective at wicking moisture away from your skin and the results were impressive. Please view both test results in the product 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 odourless insect defence.
In addition to affording defence from a host of biting insects including mosquitoes, flies, bed-bugs, fleas, and midges, BUGTech™ also inhibits odour-causing bacteria and fabric degradation.
If you have any questions regarding BUGTech™ and the development of the fabric please do not hesitate to contact us.
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.
*Please note that the colour of this shirt makes it unsuitable for safari. Our BUGTech™ SafariElite Long-Sleeved Safari Shirt has the same features in a safari-friendly colour.
* 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 on to the wearer’s skin. Hence, even if one was to perspire heavily or lick the fabric, there is no chance of the vital protection transferring.
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.
Women’s Rufiji&trade BUGTech™ SafariLife Long-Sleeved Travel and Everyday Shirt – Further Information:
⊙ MATERIAL: Made from 100% Rufiji™ Ripstop BUGTech™ fabric. Ripstop gives the fabric strength and it is smooth to the touch. This strong, light material combines the best of MaraTech™ and BUGTech™ to offer you comfort, style, and protection on safari and when travelling. Creases are quickly released after unpacking and the fabric is quick to dry for your convenience. Anti-bacterial technology also keeps your shirt smelling fresh between washes.
⊙ BUILT-IN INSECT DEFENCE: Independent testing of our BUGTech™ fabric has confirmed its anti-insect properties with no compromise to 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.
⊙ SPF50+: The Sun Protection Factor is a measure of the amount of the sun's ultraviolet rays that reach your skin. Our MaraTech™ fabric will protect your skin from harmful sun exposure - in effect, sunblock for your clothing. This is the highest SPF rating we know of on a garment.
⊙ +VENT SYSTEM: This shirt includes our new +Vent system. This system increases the flow of air around your body by including hidden vents along the seam-line of the back, top section of the shirt.
⊙ FEMININE CUT: The shape of this shirt ensures that the days of boring, shapeless outdoor shirts are long gone!
⊙ ROLL-UP SLEEVE TABS: Roll up and secure the sleeves of this long-sleeved shirt for flexibility and convenience. The tabs secure the sleeves when they're rolled up but remain hidden when sleeves are down.
⊙ POCKETS: Two chest pockets with button closure for easy access.
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