Best Hot Climate USPSA Shirt?

[RJ]

Looking for options on shirts to wear for USPSA matches in hot climate.

I'm currently using a Nike Dri-Fit Cotton/Poly blend, which is plain except for the Nike Swoosh logo. I ordered some Gildan T-shirts, plain, which are a 50/50 mix. These are ok but not as comfy/stretchy as the Dri-Fit. I can order more Dri-Fit but relative to the Gildan, are much pricier. Plus I'd prefer not to have the logo because:reasons.

These are the Gildan's I bought:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07681MPCT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These are the Nike Dri-Fits I have bought previously:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H4B6WK2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My matches take place in FL, so it is hot and muggy. I also sweat a lot, so the shirt will get wet. I also prefer very bright colors, as bright as possible, i.e. orange or yellow. (Once I had an RSO ask me to make ready when I spotted a man still pasting down range wearing a black shirt.)

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I usually wear Outdoor Research Astroman shirts. The old models are better if you can still find them (the snaps on the new models suck, IMO), but the fabric is great. Lightweight, quick drying, +50 UPF, has a collar (I always pop mine when out in the sun for that extra sun protection, and also gives you some protection against slings if you end up doing some long gun stuff). Can be had in both short sleeve and long sleeve; for USPSA, I prefer to use short sleeve and apply sunscreen on my arms, but I'll rock the long sleeves when hiking.

[Crews]

I have a few Orvis Drirelease shirts and really like them in the muggy Texas heat. The fabric has enough cotton in it to not feel “plastic-y”. It’s very thin, gives a cooling effect when soaked with sweat them dries out really fast. They’ve also been very durable over the years. Not the cheapest, but I’m planning to scoop up a couple more with hoods if that tells you anything.


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[Zincwarrior]

Central Texas: I wear either my team jersey or shirts from underarmour. Half the time the underarmour shirt I wear is a long sleeve shirt due to the sun. Given the current political climate, my intent is just to wear plain underarmour shirts outside of any Tier 4s I go to (someone has to fill out the bottom ten roster!)

[farscott]

Amazon has these in neon orange. Not tight as I hate feeling like a sausage in the casing and the long sleeves protect against the sun as well as contact with hot brass: Clothe Co. Men's Long Sleeve Moisture Wicking Athletic Sport Training T-Shirt

https://www.amazon.com/Clothe-Co-Moisture-Athletic-Training/dp/B074JZ75T3/ref=pd_lpo_193_img_1/147-4749952-2053655?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07BQZBJPR&pd_rd_r=9ea1183b-401e-4a0a-85fc-5396e78dc3ff&pd_rd_w=nOYDN&pd_rd_wg=UXQrw&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=7SFQC36VCW5GJMTKS25G&refRID=7SFQC36VCW5GJMTKS25G&th=1&psc=1

[Glenn E. Meyer]

I used Columbia moisture wicking long sleeve shirts. In TX, like Zinc, I wanted to minimize sun exposure for cancer and sunburn. Also long sleeves gave a bit of protection if an empty bounced on your arm.

[olstyn]

I used Columbia moisture wicking long sleeve shirts.

Yeah, their "Omnifreeze" stuff seems to work pretty well. I mean, it's still going to be hot, but it at least helps some.

[Zincwarrior]

Materials that wick moisture are quite excellent. Don't forget headgear. In serious climates a baseball hat doesn't really cut it when better substitutes are available.

[Jim Watson]

Gildan makes that same style as an all polyester "Performance" shirt which is somewhat more comfortable than poly-cotton blend.
Lots of colors, less than $6.
https://www.shirtchamp.com/gildan-adult-performance-5-oz-t-shirt-g420

Long sleeve, too.
https://www.shirtchamp.com/gildan-adult-performance-5-oz-long-sleeve-t-shirt-g424

I have a Duluth Armachillo that cost more and does not feel as comfortable.

[RJ]

Thanks all.

Much appreciate the suggestions, especially farscott Jim Watson and Default.mp3. I'll look into those.

I should have mentioned usually shoot in the evenings locally, as otherwise it is so hot here in FL during the day that my equipment would melt, sure as the One Ring cast into the fire of Mount Doom, hence short sleeves.

[Zincwarrior]

Thanks all.

Much appreciate the suggestions, especially farscott Jim Watson and Default.mp3. I'll look into those.

I should have mentioned usually shoot in the evenings locally, as otherwise it is so hot here in FL during the day that my equipment would melt, sure as the One Ring cast into the fire of Mount Doom, hence short sleeves.

The problem is USPSA is a day sport. Welcome to the Sauna!

[peterb]

I should have mentioned usually shoot in the evenings locally, as otherwise it is so hot here in FL during the day that my equipment would melt, sure as the One Ring cast into the fire of Mount Doom, hence short sleeves.

For sun protection in hot weather, I've found a short-sleeved shirt and sun sleeves to be more comfortable than a long-sleeved shirt.

[RJ]

Thanks again all. Looking over the options I came upon this 100% polyester long sleeve by Hanes, so I am going to order a couple in p-f orange:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBZT87U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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[Zincwarrior]

For sun protection in hot weather, I've found a short-sleeved shirt and sun sleeves to be more comfortable than a long-sleeved shirt.

I have seen this as well. Can't tell which is better personally. I imagine thats an individual preference.


Thanks again all. Looking over the options I came upon this 100% polyester long sleeve by Hanes, so I am going to order a couple in p-f orange:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBZT87U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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No one is going to miss you downrange in that. :cool:

[RJ]

Thanks again all. Looking over the options I came upon this 100% polyester long sleeve by Hanes, so I am going to order a couple in p-f orange:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBZT87U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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Well crap my purchase was disapproved by SWMBO ("You won't like all polyester, Rich") so I ordered one of these cotton/poly 60/40 instead:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO9HG2Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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[ranger]

Thanks again all. Looking over the options I came upon this 100% polyester long sleeve by Hanes, so I am going to order a couple in p-f orange:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBZT87U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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I have several of these in grey and blue that I have been using for PRS like rifle training in the heat to protect arms from concrete, etc. Cheap enough I do not care if they get damaged but pretty nice for sun protection too.

[littlejerry]

I use Mission and Marmot athletic shirts for some stuff but I tend to wear more hiking/fishing button downs these days. I like having a collar, the ability to undo buttons for venting, and and the non-stretch nylon fabric tends to snag less on briars, nails, staples, splinters, etc.

They also allow you to look less like a bum on the way to/from a range.

[farscott]

Well crap my purchase was disapproved by SWMBO ("You won't like all polyester, Rich") so I ordered one of these cotton/poly 60/40 instead:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO9HG2Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Please let us know how those do with odors. I have had some shirts that once I sweat, it was like the stuff was bonded to the shirt. It literally smelled fresh out of the dryer. My wife took it as a personal insult and washed by hand, in the machine with different detergents, and finally conceded defeat and tossed them. Not sure if I it was me but it was definitely not good.

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Please let us know how those do with odors. I have had some shirts that once I sweat, it was like the stuff was bonded to the shirt. It literally smelled fresh out of the dryer. My wife took it as a personal insult and washed by hand, in the machine with different detergents, and finally conceded defeat and tossed them. Not sure if I it was me but it was definitely not good.https://www.popsci.com/smelly-gym-clothes/

Polyester is well-known to get really rank, but there are ways to combat it, as listed in the article linked.

[RJ]

Please let us know how those do with odors. I have had some shirts that once I sweat, it was like the stuff was bonded to the shirt. It literally smelled fresh out of the dryer. My wife took it as a personal insult and washed by hand, in the machine with different detergents, and finally conceded defeat and tossed them. Not sure if I it was me but it was definitely not good.

Will do, for sure.

That feature would not last long in my house, either. :)

[BN]

Thanks again all. Looking over the options I came upon this 100% polyester long sleeve by Hanes, so I am going to order a couple in p-f orange:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBZT87U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

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I wear these all the time. Mostly short sleeve, but long sleeve for in the sun. I get them in graphite. Light enough in color to not collect the heat from the sun but dark enough to not show dirt. There's also the grey man effect. :) I find them ever so much cooler than a cotton T-shirt.

[GJM]

Unless you want your neck to end up cracked like a lizard, you want neck protection. My favorite hot weather USPSA upper garment is the Arcterx Remige (https://www.amazon.com/Arcteryx-Remige-Mens-Cryptochrome-Large/dp/B082DV3MRM/).

[GyroF-16]

Unless you want your neck to end up cracked like a lizard, you want neck protection. My favorite hot weather USPSA upper garment is the Arcterx Remige (https://www.amazon.com/Arcteryx-Remige-Mens-Cryptochrome-Large/dp/B082DV3MRM/).

Thanks, GJM. I’m going to try that.

[DMF13]

I have had some shirts that once I sweat, it was like the stuff was bonded to the shirt.Have you tried adding Borax to the wash? That along with not using fabric softener (skip both the liquid in the wash and sheets in the dryer), and using less detergent, worked to stop odors on my stuff. Too much detergent causes a build up which actually promotes odor. Fabric softener does the same. Borax helps kill off, and wash away, all the odor causing bacteria.

[farscott]

Have you tried adding Borax to the wash? That along with not using fabric softener (skip both the liquid in the wash and sheets in the dryer), and using less detergent, worked to stop odors on my stuff. Too much detergent causes a build up which actually promotes odor. Fabric softener does the same. Borax helps kill off, and wash away, all the odor causing bacteria.

I am not sure all that my wife tried, but it was only those shirts. Never had an issue with any others. We do have Borax as well as Lysol concentrate (the old style stuff in the brown plastic bottle).

[DMF13]

I am not sure all that my wife tried, but it was only those shirts. Never had an issue with any others. We do have Borax as well as Lysol concentrate (the old style stuff in the brown plastic bottle).
If the old school Lysol didn't work, that's some tough stuff.

[Wake27]

Please let us know how those do with odors. I have had some shirts that once I sweat, it was like the stuff was bonded to the shirt. It literally smelled fresh out of the dryer. My wife took it as a personal insult and washed by hand, in the machine with different detergents, and finally conceded defeat and tossed them. Not sure if I it was me but it was definitely not good.

Not really bright colors but Velocity Systems range and rugby shirts may be the most comfortable thing I’ve ever worn on my upper torso.


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[javemtr]

Not really bright colors but Velocity Systems range and rugby shirts may be the most comfortable thing I’ve ever worn on my upper torso.
I agree, especially since the short sleeve version is available (at least direct from Velocity Systems) without the sleeve pockets which makes it even more low-profile.

[Norville]

Well crap my purchase was disapproved by SWMBO ("You won't like all polyester, Rich") so I ordered one of these cotton/poly 60/40 instead:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO9HG2Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I find poly/ cotton blends less comfortable than pure cotton or polyester designed to wick and breathe.


Unless you want your neck to end up cracked like a lizard, you want neck protection. My favorite hot weather USPSA upper garment is the Arcterx Remige (https://www.amazon.com/Arcteryx-Remige-Mens-Cryptochrome-Large/dp/B082DV3MRM/).

I’m with George on this one. Shot a ten stage section match Sunday, then spent all day outside in New Mexico Tuesday. My pale Nordic skin would have been boiled lobster red without the hood and a baseball cap. I have a couple of knockoffs, but the Arcteryx are the best.

[Zincwarrior]

I find poly/ cotton blends less comfortable than pure cotton or polyester designed to wick and breathe.



I’m with George on this one. Shot a ten stage section match Sunday, then spent all day outside in New Mexico Tuesday. My pale Nordic skin would have been boiled lobster red without the hood and a baseball cap. I have a couple of knockoffs, but the Arcteryx are the best.

I wear something called a Kalahari hat. It's great for heavy sun.

[RJ]

I find poly/ cotton blends less comfortable than pure cotton or polyester designed to wick and breathe.

I’m with George on this one. Shot a ten stage section match Sunday, then spent all day outside in New Mexico Tuesday. My pale Nordic skin would have been boiled lobster red without the hood and a baseball cap. I have a couple of knockoffs, but the Arcteryx are the best.

Gotcha, and I'll see how this green cotton/poly one works out in future matches. I may yet be able to sneak one of these orange L/S Hanes polyester shirts past the boss, but I'll probably have to disguise it as an order from Homegoods. :cool:

PS that wouldn't have been Shooting Range Park in Albuquerque, would it? I did one match there on our RV trip. For sure, daytime, I'd be wearing l/s with neck protection.

[Zincwarrior]

Neck gaiter s work well for that too.

[littlejerry]

I almost always wear a hat cape for summer run n Gun events now. It's amazing how much cooler it keeps you.

https://www.amazon.com/CoolNES-Removable-Universal-Headband-Multifunctional/dp/B00ZC2AXRG

Also headsweats brand caps can be had with a built in cape. This plus a collared shirt keeps your neck protected and allows tons of airflow.

[Zincwarrior]

Those look great too.

[Norville]

I wear something called a Kalahari hat. It's great for heavy sun.

I need a wide brimmed hat, I’ll look into this.




PS that wouldn't have been Shooting Range Park in Albuquerque, would it? I did one match there on our RV trip. For sure, daytime, I'd be wearing l/s with neck protection.

Match was in Forest Lake, MN. NM for work.


I almost always wear a hat cape for summer run n Gun events now. It's amazing how much cooler it keeps you.

https://www.amazon.com/CoolNES-Removable-Universal-Headband-Multifunctional/dp/B00ZC2AXRG

Also headsweats brand caps can be had with a built in cape. This plus a collared shirt keeps your neck protected and allows tons of airflow.

I have one, but for me the sun hoodie plus a ball cap protects the neck, ears and forehead and stays in place while running. Face needs sunscreen thoug.

[Super77]

I just run Columbia longeeve PFG shirts (https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Bahama-Sleeve-Fossil-X-Large/dp/B0002MGMGM/). The have SPF, good fit and not expensive. You want something just a little loose and light colored to max the cooling ability.

[olstyn]

Match was in Forest Lake, MN.

Love shooting at FLSC. MN Section match? Part of me wishes I hadn't canceled out of that. How were the stages this year? At least it wasn't as soggy as last year, I assume?

[Norville]

Love shooting at FLSC. MN Section match? Part of me wishes I hadn't canceled out of that. How were the stages this year? At least it wasn't as soggy as last year, I assume?

Yes, MN section. Weather was so much better than last year, sunny and high 70s.

Stages were interesting, a mix of short and long, with more activating targets than last year.

[NGCSUGrad09]

I've gone to the Outdoor Research Echo shirts and long sleeves. They're not bad to double up if you need a second layer on a cool morning, but breath extremely well.

[RJ]

Well crap my purchase was disapproved by SWMBO ("You won't like all polyester, Rich") so I ordered one of these cotton/poly 60/40 instead:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO9HG2Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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So this shirt arrived today:

- Size fit is accurate to the size of the shirt
- Made in Haiti
- It's a 60/40 cotton/poly, and every bit as comfy as my Nike Dri-Fit
- No logo
- Color is very bright flourescent green

(the bright color I was specifically looking for, as my local matches take place in enclosed shooting bays which are under cover, and in the evening, so it's pretty dark. As I mentioned, I've been in a match where I got the load and make ready and saw a gentleman downrange pasting. So I really don't want to wear dark/black shirts when I'm resetting targets.)

- $7.53 including shipping, not bad

I'll put it through the wash to see if it's color fast and doesn't shrink. But I'm pretty pleased with it, and plan to order a few more of this same shirt for matches and competition if it works out.

[RJ]

So this shirt arrived today:

- Size fit is accurate to the size of the shirt
- Made in Haiti
- It's a 60/40 cotton/poly, and every bit as comfy as my Nike Dri-Fit
- No logo
- Color is very bright flourescent green

(the bright color I was specifically looking for, as my local matches take place in enclosed shooting bays which are under cover, and in the evening, so it's pretty dark. As I mentioned, I've been in a match where I got the load and make ready and saw a gentleman downrange pasting. So I really don't want to wear dark/black shirts when I'm resetting targets.)

- $7.53 including shipping, not bad

I'll put it through the wash to see if it's color fast and doesn't shrink. But I'm pretty pleased with it, and plan to order a few more of this same shirt for matches and competition if it works out.

These X-temp shirts by Hanes are good to go. I ordered a couple more for use at the gym. They are very comfy.

I also ordered one of these "Jerzees" brand cotton/poly blend longsleeve shirts to try out, since I have an outdoor match coming up next Sunday:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FRF4NCO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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[GJM]

How will you protect the back of your neck?

[RJ]

How will you protect the back of your neck?

Sunscreen?

And bug spray. Or both, most likely lol.

[Sal Picante]

How will you protect the back of your neck?

Florida: That's why we have mullets.

p/CF4vKmIjz6B

[peterb]

How will you protect the back of your neck?

I wish more summerweight/wicking shirts were made with high collars(like a mock turtle) for that reason, and for brass prevention. I’ve got a couple of quarter-zip shirts with high collars that get a lot of use in the summer. Skin cancer of both sides of the family may have something to do with it.....

[TCB]

I’ve found my Techwear jerseys very comfortable in both dry and wet heat...I think the reason so many people use them at matches is less because they make you look like a gamer douche and more because they actually work. Regular range days I use UA, EXO or other wicking shirts, the Velocity boss rugby referenced earlier is also very good but makes you look pretty operator...if you care. If you don’t actual combat shirts are awesome, short sleeve ones are great in the heat and slightly less tacticool looking.

[19852+]

I used Columbia moisture wicking long sleeve shirts. In TX, like Zinc, I wanted to minimize sun exposure for cancer and sunburn. Also long sleeves gave a bit of protection if an empty bounced on your arm.

Yep, I'm in FL and I use these and shirts like them. Always long sleeve and I use light colors. Broad brim hat when shooting a pistol, boonie hat for rifle.

[RJ]

I also ordered one of these "Jerzees" brand cotton/poly blend longsleeve shirts to try out, since I have an outdoor match coming up next Sunday:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FRF4NCO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1




Shirt arrived today. Fit is good, and to size. Color is...well, it's pretty bright. Suffice it to say I had to give my wife a pair of sunglasses before she took a look at it. :) But for the price, it seems well made, stitching is ok, the banded cuffs are nice. It is a little weird, being in FL to have a long-sleeve shirt. I don't actually recall the last time I wore a long sleeve shirt. Maybe that job interview when I re-started work in 2018...but that might be about it.

Anyway, I like it, and will likely order another one (but maybe not in electro-flourescent limey/yellowy green lol.)

[OldRunner/CSAT Neighbor]

This from TCB above > "Velocity boss rugby referenced earlier is also very good but makes you look pretty operator...if you care." w/ emphasis on the last 3 words was my ass yesterday @ a 3G.

[Wake27]

This from TCB above > "Velocity boss rugby referenced earlier is also very good but makes you look pretty operator...if you care." w/ emphasis on the last 3 words was my ass yesterday @ a 3G.

Their range shirt is the same material and cut without the collar, pockets, and velcro.


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[RJ]

Mrs. RJ discovered this option at Costco today. $14.99 for two. Long sleeve, crew neck, UPF 40, 92% nylon, 8% spandex. I wear a size L these days, and they are a nice comfortable fit for me (package says L = 42-44).

I have several of these "32 Deg Cool" T-shirts in shortsleeve in Black, and really like them. This fabric is an even lighter mesh, and feels very cool.

Best of all, they are in tribal p-f ORANGE :cool:

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[Zincwarrior]

Good price. And in Day Glo orange. No one is going to miss you downrange!