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SITKA | Equinox Guard Hoodie
$149.00
The Equinox Guard Hoodie helps prevent contact with insects in three distinct ways: limited skin exposure, bite-reduction fabric and built-in Insect Shield®. Comfortable and moisture-wicking—especially in hot, humid conditions—it’s made from a SITKA-developed ultra-lightweight, breathable, tightly knit stretch fabric that helps prevent mosquito bites. It features a breathable mesh facemask and a long tail that tucks into your pants for maximum chigger/tick protection.
FEATURES & SPECS
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Ultra-lightweight, breathable, tightly knit stretch fabric helps prevent against bites
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Insect Shield® repels mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers and midges (no-see-ums)
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Breathable mesh facemask deploys quickly and doesn’t obstruct vision
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Long tail is designed to be tucked into pants for maximum chigger/tick protection
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YKK® zippered chest pocket
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UPF 50+ protection; treated with Polygiene® Odor Control Technology
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Pair with Equinox Guard Pant and Glove for additional head-to-toe protection from insects
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Total weight: 6.5 oz.
Balancing the need for comfort in hot conditions with preventing contact with insects, tick and chiggers runs a fine line. A lot of existing solutions are bulky, too hot, include DEET or release smell into the environment. The Equinox Guard Hoody is a unique solution that utilizes mechanical properties to help prevent bites and permethrin built-in for the life of the garment. A specialized high-gauge textile has been both lab and field tested to reduce mosquito bites while remaining extremely lightweight, breathable and comfortable when worn in sweltering conditions where insects thrive. Providing a second element of protection, the entire garment is treated with Insect Shield which Repels mosquitoes, ticks, ants, biting flies, chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums), and does not require re-application.
Product Comment:
"This is a great early season top. The chest pocket is massive. The facemask makes packing stuff in easier. It is great to not carry a separate mask. So far it seems the insect guard works. It is still early spring here, but mosquitoes are out, and I am fine. For those who want the lightweight of the ESW and the coverage of the light hoody, this is for you. The best part is you have protection from bugs as well as stink. Polygene, and insect guard make this top a must if you are going to be in the woods!!"