Level Six Venus Longsleeve Rash Top
The Level Six Venus Longsleeve Rash Top is a practical paddling sun protection garment. I tested this top out over two summers (2017 & 2018) while sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking and canoeing.
Level Six Venus Longsleeve Rash Top
Sizes: XS to XL
Colours: Black Ripples, Laguna Ripples, White, Dark Purple (2018 colours)
Price: $54.99 CDN or $41.99 USD
Features:
The combination elastane/polymide fabric provides a snug athletic fit over the user's body. The fabric also provides a UPF50+ sun protection rating. The fabric seams are sewn together by flat stitching to protect the user against chafing.
Pros:
Comfort/fit - The snug but athletic fit of this top is one of it's best features. It fits close to the body which works extremely well under a PFD or other drytop layers. It feels comfortable on and the flat seams prevents any chafing. I love wearing it!
UV Protection - One of the best shirts I have ever owned for sun protection. In 2017 I primarily used this shirt on whitewater rivers but on a 2018 trip I used it on Georgian Bay, a large body of open water. I was on the only one with a longsleeve UPF top and the only one that didn't get sunburned. Even in hot weather the shirt doesn't feel hot and I would highly recommmend it for summer paddling of all kinds.
Style- This Level Six top comes in a variety of colour combinations that are both eye catching and coolio. I have a 2017 top, but I love the 2018 colours as well. I have received many compliments and jealous looks from other paddlers!
Cons:
The darker blue areas of my shirt have faded slightly over the past two summers of use. The difference is noticeable to me but isn't to others. It's just a sign the top has been used - and used a lot! I may need to get another one!
Best Uses: Watersports of any kind!
Level Six Venus Longsleeve Rash Top
Sizes: XS to XL
Colours: Black Ripples, Laguna Ripples, White, Dark Purple (2018 colours)
Price: $54.99 CDN or $41.99 USD
Features:
The combination elastane/polymide fabric provides a snug athletic fit over the user's body. The fabric also provides a UPF50+ sun protection rating. The fabric seams are sewn together by flat stitching to protect the user against chafing.
Pros:
Comfort/fit - The snug but athletic fit of this top is one of it's best features. It fits close to the body which works extremely well under a PFD or other drytop layers. It feels comfortable on and the flat seams prevents any chafing. I love wearing it!
UV Protection - One of the best shirts I have ever owned for sun protection. In 2017 I primarily used this shirt on whitewater rivers but on a 2018 trip I used it on Georgian Bay, a large body of open water. I was on the only one with a longsleeve UPF top and the only one that didn't get sunburned. Even in hot weather the shirt doesn't feel hot and I would highly recommmend it for summer paddling of all kinds.
Style- This Level Six top comes in a variety of colour combinations that are both eye catching and coolio. I have a 2017 top, but I love the 2018 colours as well. I have received many compliments and jealous looks from other paddlers!
Cons:
The darker blue areas of my shirt have faded slightly over the past two summers of use. The difference is noticeable to me but isn't to others. It's just a sign the top has been used - and used a lot! I may need to get another one!
Best Uses: Watersports of any kind!
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