Silver Ridge Utility Lite Short Sleeve men's extended

Use:

• Ideal for hiking and trekking in warm and sunny climates, where sun protection and moisture management are crucial for maintaining comfort during long days.
• Perfect for travel to destinations with high temperatures, as its lightweight, quick-drying fabric facilitates washing and reuse on the go, occupying minimal luggage space.
• Recommended for camping activities, offering a versatile garment that works for both daytime walks and comfortable wear at the campsite.
• Suitable as an everyday garment during spring and summer, thanks to its functional and aesthetic design that combines technical performance with a casual style.
• An excellent option for outdoor activities such as nature photography, birdwatching, or country walks, where protection and comfort are required without sacrificing mobility.

Features:

• Omni-Shade™ broad-spectrum UPF 50 sun protection, an advanced technology that effectively blocks UVA and UVB rays to prevent sunburn and long-term skin damage.
• Omni-Wick™ moisture-wicking technology, which actively expands and disperses sweat across the fabric surface for accelerated evaporation, keeping you dry and comfortable even during intense physical exertion.
• Incorporates a specialized treatment that captures and neutralizes odor molecules, ensuring a long-lasting feeling of freshness throughout the day.
• Strategic 3-point back ventilation system, designed to allow constant airflow, releasing excess heat and increasing comfort in hot climates.
• Optimized storage functionality with two chest pockets, one with a side Velcro closure to secure small, valuable items like keys or a card.
• Classic, universal fit that offers comfortable freedom of movement, ideal for activities that require freedom without feeling restricted.
• Center back length of 82.5 cm, providing adequate coverage and a balanced cut for extended sizing.

Materials:

• Made entirely from 100% recycled polyester fabric, a high-performance material that not only offers lightness and durability but also reduces the environmental footprint by reusing existing resources. This fabric is known for its excellent quick-drying capacity, wrinkle resistance, and soft feel against the skin, maintaining comfort throughout the day.

Eco-Certificates and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Manufactured with 100% recycled polyester, which demonstrates the product's direct commitment to the circular economy by decreasing reliance on virgin materials and reducing plastic waste.
• As a bluesign® System Partner, Columbia collaborates with a system that ensures textiles have been manufactured with the highest resource efficiency and the lowest possible impact on people and the environment, controlling the use of chemicals from the beginning of the production chain.
• Adherence to a strict Restricted Substances List (RSL), ensuring that final products are free from potentially harmful chemicals for the consumer and the environment.
• The brand implements a Material Traceability Program that allows tracking the journey of raw materials, such as recycled polyester, through the supply chain to guarantee their origin and authenticity.
• The production of this garment takes place in factories that comply with Columbia's Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), a code of conduct that promotes fair, safe, and healthy working conditions for employees.
• Columbia participates in the Higg Index, using the Facility Environmental Module (FEM) to measure and improve the environmental impact of its factories in areas such as water use, energy, emissions, and waste management.
• Additionally, the brand demonstrates a corporate commitment to sustainability and ethics through its participation in various industry alliances and global programs such as: AFIRM Group for chemical management, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps, and the publication of its supply chain on the Open Supply Hub (OSH), reinforcing its transparency and responsibility.