Summer is the perfect season to enjoy surfing and other water sports. However, it is also the time when our skin is most exposed to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Protecting ourselves from the sun while surfing is crucial, and one of the best ways to do this is by using surf lycras. They not only protect us from the sun but also offer comfort and functionality in every session.
Why Use Surf Lycras in Summer?
UV50+ Sun Protection: This is the main reason and the one you should pay the most attention to when buying a surf lycra. We spend many hours in the water, and it is very important to ensure that the lycra is made with quality fabric certified with UV50+ protection, complying with the AS/NZS 4399:2017 standard. This means they block 98% of UV rays, protecting our skin from sunburn and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
Comfort and Prevention of Chafing: In addition to sun protection, surf lycras prevent chafing that can occur from constant contact with the board and wax. Our lycras have a pattern specially developed to offer maximum mobility in the water, with four-way stretch fabric and no seams on the entire inner arm and side. They are lightweight and fit the body, providing maximum comfort during our surf sessions.
Body Temperature Regulation: Lycras help regulate body temperature, especially on windy days. Not only during your surf sessions but also for paddleboarding routes, where you will appreciate that extra layer if you have to paddle against the wind.
Sustainability: Surf Lycras Made with Recycled Marine Plastic
Sustainability is a key factor in choosing the products we buy today. Our surfing lycras are an excellent example of how a product can be both functional and eco-friendly.
In collaboration with the Seaqual Initiative, at Glassy we make our surf lycras with recycled polyester from marine plastic. This process not only reduces the amount of plastic waste in the oceans but also transforms that waste into useful and durable products.
Each lycra has a Seaqual license number printed on it, guaranteeing the transparency and authenticity of the recycled material used. Additionally, these lycras are made in Spain using solar energy, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.
Extra Sun Protection for Surfing in Summer
We have already seen how important it can be to choose a good surf lycra to protect ourselves from the sun in summer, but how can we protect delicate skin areas like the face? Conventional sunscreens can be dangerous because they can wash off in the water and get into the eyes while surfing. That’s why it’s important to choose a surf sunscreen specifically made for these water sports, and if they are locally made with natural ingredients, even better.
Choosing a good surf sunscreen like this one is crucial because it is specially designed not to get into your eyes when you are in the water. Its application is very simple, as it comes in a stick-shaped applicator, and you can choose a discreet cream color or opt for a colored sunscreen.
We hope these tips on how to protect yourself from the sun in summer while surfing are very helpful and that you enjoy your surf sessions even more.
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