BUZZBAIT [GEAR]
FISHING, UNDER COVER BY BILL SCHULTZ
SUN ARMOR
There’s nothing like a sunny day on the water chasing our favorite fish. But watch out— that giant yellow orb can fry an angler’s skin. With new cases of skin cancer cropping up at an alarming rate, you need to get covered. Try this sun armor on for size; it’s comfortable clothing that protects skin while you get to catching from your kayak.
NEUTR O GEN A
ULTRA SHEER SUNBLOCK
With dozens of sunscreens on the market, it’s tough to choose one. Dermatologist recom- mended Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock is a solid option. With patented He- lioplex technology, it’s designed for a longer-lasting battle against UVA rays. Never greasy (can’t let that paddle or pole squirt through your fingers), Ultra Sheer is water and sweat resistant.
$9–11 |
www.neutrogena.com C O L U M B I A
LONG SLEEVE SHIRT A fishing favorite since its introduc- tion, this UPF 50 vented shirt spun from ultralight polyester resists angry UV rays. It’s anti-odor too, treated with Columbia’s proprietary Blood n’ Guts goodness. It dries in a snap; the slick unfolding collar is added sun armor. With dual chest pockets for tackle or tools and even a flap that holds a fly rod, it’s built to get busy on the water.
$60 |
www.columbia.com
BLOOD N’ GUTS SUPERLIGHT
SERIOUS SUN
SURVIVAL TIPS We asked Sam Hwang, MD, Chairman of Dermatology at the Medical College of Wisconsin for a battle plan to save your skin—or even your life.
COVER UP
That means long sleeves, wide brimmed hats, UV-protective shades and long pants.
SLATHER SUNSCREEN ON EXPOSED SKIN
Most people use only a quarter or half the needed amount.
RUB SUNCREEN DEEP INTO THE SKIN
Don’t just glop and go. On longer missions, reapply as needed.
CHECK YOUR SKIN EVERY FEW MONTHS FOR TELLTALE SIGNS OF SOMETHING GONE WRONG
Look for persistent small bumps or nodules that bleed easily, and continue to grow or change shape or color. See your doctor if anything seems amiss. You can always fish tomorrow.
GL A CIER GL O VE
SUN GLOVES An angler’s hands catch a ton of sun. Add a kayak and you risk clammy paws to go with your line cuts and fin pricks. Glacier’s Sun Gloves do double duty. Backed with 50+ UPF fast-drying lycra, they shrug off ol’ Sol. The polyurethane palm is thin, durable, protective and nicely grippy. Or try the Stripping/Fighting Glove with synthetic leather palm and PU pads.
$23–30 |
www.glacierglove.com 18 …KAYAK ANGLER EARLY SUMMER 2012 TILLE Y
ORGANIC AIRFLO HAT Portable shade that sits on your brain bucket, Tilley’s broad-brimmed Airflo is soft, sueded organic cotton. Comfort is enhanced by the mesh ring that circles the crown to let off steam. Unsinkable; that’s right, it floats! The UPF rat- ing is the standard, a solid 50. Tough enough to toss in the washing machine, the Airflo comes with a lifetime wear guarantee.
$77 |
www.tilley.com
PHOTO: PAUL SMITH
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