What is the Bug Barrier™ Expedition II LS?
Good question! It's a long sleeve shirt with a casual, versatile design, bold print and all the functionality of a technical summer hiking jacket. This long sleeve (LS) shirt helps to keep out bitey insects while feeling lightweight and well ventilated. The fabric is also quick drying, moisture wicking and thermoregulating to maximise comfort in hot climates, what more could you want?
What is it made of?
The shirt is constructed with recycled polyester, which is lightweight yet still comfortable and durable to resist wear from long days in the valleys or multi-day camping trips. The material has a slight stretch to improve mobility and freedom of movement while being able to dry quickly and wick away moisture from the skin, helping prevent the shirt from feeling damp and sticky after working up a sweat in the mountains.
There's no need to worry about the shirt looking worn and crumpled when wearing it during longer excursions, thanks to the wrinkle resistant properties of the fabric. It helps to prevent the material from creasing up so you can focus on getting down and dirty and making the most of your technical summer adventure.
What are its features?
Built-in Bug Barrier™ technology offers exceptional protection from annoying creepy crawlies like midges and mosquitos. It uses Insect Shield®, an EPA registered treatment applied to the fabric. It's proven to provide long lasting, effective protection against insects - perfect for spending a weekend away in the Scottish Highlands or exploring more tropical climates abroad on longer expeditions.
The shirt also has a mesh yoke with HeiQ Smart Temp activated technology that helps regulate the body temperature in hot, humid conditions. Buttons run up the front centre to fasten, which look smart, traditional and are super easy to use.
If you want a little extra ventilation, or are just looking to brown your arms a little, the sleeves roll up and can be secured using the tab fastening to make sure they don't start falling down mid-route.
There are two flap pockets on each side of the chest, handy for keeping snacks or a compass accessible. Hidden zip pockets also sit on the chest and at the side of the shirt, perfect for stowing away more valuable items that you don't want to lose, such as a phone, GPS or car keys.
How does it fit?
Royal Robbins has put this shirt in their standard fit category, meaning it sits slightly looser on the body for improved airflow, with the option to wear unbuttoned like an overshirt with another layer underneath.
Features:
- Super lightweight stretch polyester wicks moisture, dries quickly, resists wrinkles
- Mesh yoke with HeiQ Smart Temp body temp activated thermoregulation technology
- Insect Shield® repels mosquitos, ticks and other insects that may carry disease
- Two flap chest pockets, hidden zip pockets at chest and side
- Sleeves roll up and secure with tab