Ever wish you could raise a force field against nature’s pesky little bugs and buzzers? Now you can. The Bug Shield long sleeve is a virtual trifecta of protective awesomeness. New Insect Blocker® technology keeps six-legged pests at bay, Omni-Shade® offers UPF 30 sun protection, and Omni-Wick® advanced evaporation technology keeps you cool, dry, and collected—leaving you free to focus on the adventure at hand. Columbia packages all this perfect protection in a functional package complete with strategic venting, convenient roll-up sleeves, and handy zip-closed security pockets for keeping valuables safe and sound.

• Fabric: 100% Nylon Bug Shield basketweave, 57% recycled polyester/43% polyester mesh
• Insect Blocker®
• Omni-Shade® UPF-50 sun protection
• Omni-Wick®
• Vented
• Roll-up sleeve
• Button tab sleeve holders
• Sun protection collar
• Hook-and-loop closure
• Mesh pocket bags
• Center back length: 30"
• Imported

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