A stylish, well featured and lightweight long-sleeved travel shirt that provides both protection and cooling during a range of activities in humid or dry heat at home and abroad. It is feature equivalent to the men's Katmai shirt.
Made from Parameta A rapid evaporation fabric, which also deters biting insects, this is a must have garment for low level walking, hill walking, trekking, backpacking, sightseeing and safaris.
The dense weave fabric provides excellent UV protection (UPF 50+), while the secure cuff closures, closely spaced buttons and a traditional high fastening collar all deter biting insects and provide increased wind and sun protection.
- Two chest pockets with button closures allow for easily accessible storage.
- One large discreet pocket underneath the left chest pocket accommodates an OS-map.
- Articulated sleeves ensure maximum freedom of movement.
- A scooped back hem provides additional weather protection.
- Flat shoulder seems ensure minimal rucksack rub in the shoulder area.
- Soft fleece farbic at the right hem (as worn) acts as a lens cleaner for glasses, sunglasses and phones.
Parameta®A fabrics are rapid evaporation fabrics that help to keep you cool and protect you in warm environments.
All Parameta A fabrics wick very effectively, rapidly spreading perspiration over a large area to provide maximum evaporation in order to keep you cool at higher temperatures. It blocks virtually all damaging UV rays (UPF 50+), and the close weave deters biting insects.
Parameta A fabric comes in assorted weights to suit different requirements:
- Parameta A Light for travel shirts (100% polyester)
In what kind of weather conditions can I use my Katmai Light Shirt?
The Katmai Light Parameta A fabric is ultra-cooling, holding perspiration close to your skin and evaporating it to keep you cool. It provides UV protection so is ideal for warm, sunny weather. Because the fabric provides active cooling, the shirt may be less comfortable in cooler, windier conditions, especially if you get wet. In more temperate conditions, we suggest a wicking baselayer in Parameta T+ or Parameta G, if necessary worn under a Nikwax Windproof, to provide less cooling.
How do I look after this Páramo item?
This item works best if washed using one of Nikwax’s synthetic baselayer products such as BaseWash®or BaseFresh®. Unlike standard washing detergents, these products enhance the wicking performance of your kit and prevent odour build up.
The durable fabrics and quality components used in all Paramo garments contribute to their longevity.Under the terms of theParamo Guarantee, any manufacturing defect will be rectified, free of charge. Any damage by accident or normal ‘wear and tear’ can be repaired by our workshop at a reasonable cost. Please remember to register your Paramo Guarantee.
We recommend Nikwax aftercare to maintain all our garments. Please follow the washcare instructions given on your garment.
What if I damage my Páramo clothing?
Simple repairs can often be done with a needle and thread without compromising the performance of your Páramo gear.If you seriously damage a garment, you can send it back to Páramo and request a quote for having it mended – most damage can be repaired!
Sustainability
Recycle this garment with us through the Paramo recycling scheme at the end of its useable life with you, and we'll reward you with a voucher towards new Paramo gear.
PFC-Free
Paramo have eliminated all per- and polyflourinated compounds (PFC's) from their supply chain, and in their Nikwax treatments.
Fairly produced
This garment was made by Creaciones Miquelina in Bogotá, Colombia, which trains, employs and empowers at-risk women. Miquelina is a member of the World Fair Trade Organization and complies with the WTFO Fair Trade Standard.