Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 (edited) So earlier this year, I had a brush with skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma, not the worst, but still unnerving. Got it carved out & follow ups were all good. However, the specialist did say that I was at high risk due to my recreational lifestyle. Lots of golf, fishing & time on the water. Like lots of us here. Made a promise to my wife that I would follow through with preventative measures and I have (for the most part) kept my word. Tons of sunscreen (not the best long term option), wide brimmed head covering, protective clothing and I no longer spend 6+ hours on the water or in the sun on a given day. My SIL bought me a variety of UPF rated shirts for Father's Day this year & I can't stand them. Hot, sticky (despite the venting) & ultimately stinky & they always end up unbuttoned & rolled up sleeves; So the subject came up in a casual discussion the other day with my good Pakistani friend (Big Cliff). Never heard about skin cancer or sunscreen before he arrived in Canada?? So long story short, after considerable research I decided that this option would be a better solution both UPF & comfort; It is known as a Shalwar Kameez. 100% cotton with a dense but light thread weight, lots of room for air flow and extremely comfortable & cool (especially when commando;) ). I estimate that given the thread density & the darker colour, it's on the higher side for cotton with a UPF rating of 60+. I can up that if I wish by using RIT UV dye, but I've read some questionable data on that stuff. Still need the sunscreen for face, hands & feet as well as my Aussie Akubra, but I believe I'm better protected from the sun than I ever have been. Now just need to check the club dress code Edited July 16, 2016 by pikeslayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 been there - got the scars, lost half a cheek to it, got two wicked scars on each arm and appointment for another "inspection"in a couple weeks. I'm convinced I lost the cheek from years of driving as a living, These days, its UV protection 50+ as soon as I hit the outdoors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 (edited) been there - got the scars, lost half a cheek to it, got two wicked scars on each arm and appointment for another "inspection"in a couple weeks. I'm convinced I lost the cheek from years of driving as a living, These days, its UV protection 50+ as soon as I hit the outdoors. We have an upscale menswear store here in Mississauga Rick. I figure we size about the same (XL) & I could pick one up for you if you wish. Edited July 16, 2016 by pikeslayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Surprised you couldn't get along with the UPF rated shirts? Are they synthetic or cotton? Most synthetic materials are more breathable than cotton. I cycle between 5 Simms UPF rated shirts and 3 pairs of SIMMS long UPF pants. Like you I've had my bout with cancer. In my case it wasn't skin cancer, but the chemo drugs left my skin pretty sensitive to UV light. I also can't scratch myself hard or it's permanent. From top to bottom: Baseball cap Polarized sunglasses UV Buff Simms Guide shirt (UPF 50) Simms zip pants (UPF 50) Wigwam liner socks Columbia water shoes Simms guide sun gloves (UPF 50) UPF 30-60 sunscreen on whatever skin is exposed (UPF depends on whatever is on sale at the store) With that setup, I can wade in the water and I'm dry within 15mins if it's sunny out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 I slather up with that hi SPF goop since I as well have had a few dark spots my Dr. doesn't like on my forehead and arms. No plan to carve them out yet. I wear a long sleeve hi SPF shirt and always wear long cotton pants, mainly for bugs. I wear a bandana when I remember and a wide brim hat when I remember that too. That's fishing only, golfing, shorts and short sleeve and cap. My wife gives me all Hell for that. I don't like to fish or golf after 12 noon. The best prevention is to stay out of the Sun and that isn't happening anytime soon. When we were kids we would try and fry ourselves, the damage was done then I'm told but not to late to slow everything down. I hope the worse is over for you my Middle Eastern friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Surprised you couldn't get along with the UPF rated shirts? Are they synthetic or cotton? Most synthetic materials are more breathable than cotton. I cycle between 5 Simms UPF rated shirts and 3 pairs of SIMMS long UPF pants. Like you I've had my bout with cancer. In my case it wasn't skin cancer, but the chemo drugs left my skin pretty sensitive to UV light. I also can't scratch myself hard or it's permanent. From top to bottom: Baseball cap Polarized sunglasses UV Buff Simms Guide shirt (UPF 50) Simms zip pants (UPF 50) Wigwam liner socks Columbia water shoes Simms guide sun gloves (UPF 50) UPF 30-60 sunscreen on whatever skin is exposed (UPF depends on whatever is on sale at the store) With that setup, I can wade in the water and I'm dry within 15mins if it's sunny out. Just checked the tags. 90% nylon or polyester. I can definitely bear them early spring/late fall but they definitely fail the summer heat I got to say that the new ensemble is pretty much the next best thing to being bare ass naked & the wife is pleased that I've found clothing to wear in the back yard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Take up knitting and all your problems are solved......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 I hope the worse is over for you my Middle Eastern friend. THX OI. All things considered, that was a small blip on my personal radar But not to be ignored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Take up knitting and all your problems are solved......... Haha. NPC for dinner tonite still one of my all time favourites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Haha. NPC for dinner tonite still one of my all time favourites. And tomorrow is Sunday so BBQ shrimp ? ? ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 (edited) And tomorrow is Sunday so BBQ shrimp ? ? ? Nope. Tomorrow is Saturday in this time zone LOL. BC is preparing that next weekend We'll toast an iced tea in your honour. Now quit hijacking my post Edited July 16, 2016 by pikeslayer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 I wear the kind of shirts they do down in the tropics along with a face mask and long billed hat. These guys have a bunch of stuff and some pretty decent sales too. The long sleeve shirts actually breathe really, really well and it feels like you are shirtless but they have great UV stopping power. Same deal with the face shields. There are plenty of other manufacturers of this type of clothing as well. Last time I was in Florida I went to the Tampa boat show and got a bunch of shirts off a friend of a friend for a really good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PUMP KNOWS Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 (edited) Thanks for starting this thread Edited July 16, 2016 by PUMP KNOWS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoePa Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Boy - I remember when I was growing up - we ran around all summer with our shirts off and got sunburned a lot - to a point where our skin would blister and eventually peal off - we were told that the sun was good for you because you got vit D that way - I've had some cancer on my one ear - that was taken care of - around my place I wear a wide brim hat but don't use any sun screen - when I'm out fishing I do because the sun reflects off the water - I think growing a beard would help keeping the sun off you face Somehow I think it is more than just the sun that is involved because sometimes you hear of people getting cancer in spots that rarely get any sun - if ever - When I work in the sun now I wear an old white long sleeved dress shirt - I think that is better than nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huzzsaba Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 (edited) pikeslayer, I too wear the shalwar kameez from time to time due to my background being from India. it's definitely good for protection from the sun and good ventilation. Probably the reason why they wear them in those countries in that kind of heat. Undoubtedly very comfortable and you can do splits with the shalwars on lol. I think the key is to have as much cotton to keep cool and lighter color clothes. My wife has also started to push me at being more careful out in the sun and I have started using sunscreen this year. I will also be trying long sleeve shirts which will be a first for me If you need a couple of more pairs of shalwar kameez, shoot me a pm. I have a few new ones you can have . Edited July 18, 2016 by huzzsaba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bacon Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 Somehow I think it is more than just the sun that is involved because sometimes you hear of people getting cancer in spots that rarely get any sun - if ever - Speak for yourself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 Here are some more shirts like the ones I wear in extreme heat. Especially when fishing in the tropics. Long sleeves always so my forearms don't get BBQ'd!!! http://shop.toplevelshirts.com/ref/17/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 I prefer Cabela's Guidewear shirts and I have a few Huk performance t-shirts..... http://www.cabelas.ca/product/75210/cabelas-guidewear-woven-long-sleeve-shirt-with-4most-upf http://www.hukgear.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tcw&gclid=CLKu-Y3v_M0CFcxZhgodmxEGoA The Cabela's Guidewear shirts are not only very soft but have multiple zip up / velcro pockets to keep your wallet, cell phone and truck keys safe and sound if your wearing shorts without pockets. And you don't look like a clown wearing them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKRISONER Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 ive had great experience wearing the long sleeve fishing shirts specifically fishing in 36 degree heat with high humidity. I wear them extra baggy and of course in the lightest colours possible. That coupled with a buff dumped in the lake and then covering my head and face, i feel cooler than i would with my shirt off. It basically feels like im standing wet in the shade on a hot day. The key is the wet buff and hat for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoePa Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 You guys wearing baseball type caps - your must better off with a wide brim hat to cover your ears - that's where I got some cancer - on the top of my ear - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have had a couple of cancers cut out (back and face)...I now wear an old long sleeved white dress shirt when fishing or cutting the lawn in the sun due to the meds I'm on...They are marked "Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunshine." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKRISONER Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 You guys wearing baseball type caps - your must better off with a wide brim hat to cover your ears - that's where I got some cancer - on the top of my ear - thats why i place the buff over my ears...thats why they always get cooked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 You guys wearing baseball type caps - your must better off with a wide brim hat to cover your ears - that's where I got some cancer - on the top of my ear - Buff covers my ears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted July 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 pikeslayer, I too wear the shalwar kameez from time to time due to my background being from India. it's definitely good for protection from the sun and good ventilation. Probably the reason why they wear them in those countries in that kind of heat. Undoubtedly very comfortable and you can do splits with the shalwars on lol. I think the key is to have as much cotton to keep cool and lighter color clothes. My wife has also started to push me at being more careful out in the sun and I have started using sunscreen this year. I will also be trying long sleeve shirts which will be a first for me If you need a couple of more pairs of shalwar kameez, shoot me a pm. I have a few new ones you can have . Hey Huzz, Thx for the offer but my needs are for one only as it is intended for time on the water. As it is 100% cotton, it hang dries from the laundry in about 30 minutes. BTW, white & light colour pastels have the lowest UPF ratings. Darker colours are much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted July 18, 2016 Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 Geeze guys I am not very good at protecting myself from the sun. Use to burn so badly when I was a kid that I would blister. I guess I've been lucky so far, I still don't use sun screen, I go around without a shirt on most of the time (Sue won't let me wear my speedo outside anymore so I do wear shorts. Guess it must be my ancestry eh Simon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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