By Jess

Tuesday, 15th April, 2008

Day 2 - Wet

It has been raining and cold all day today. So in response to the many questions we get about whether or not these shirts are cool - indeed, if you do not wear a jacket, they are quite cool in cold conditions.

If it were sunny, it would be interesting to see how the UPF works. I suppose you wouldn't really "see" it working... perhaps you are wondering "what does UPF mean?" Let me investigate.

UPF is the Ultraviolet Protection Factor. Basically, the 50 + UPF that this garment has means that by wearing this polo I am protecting myself against the dangerous Ultraviolet radiation the sun rays contain. And 50+ is classed as Excellent Protection; think of it like Superman standing between you and those UVs!

Interesting fact: As it says on the JB's tag - "Remember that the garment only protects the skin it covers." Good call guys :)

Also, when you are wearing hi vis, it is like you are a magnet for other people wearing hi vis; I walked into Andy's Takeaway (on Sandgate Rd, Shortland - great food, great people!) to find myself waiting with not one, not two, but FIVE other people wearing hi vis.

Interesting fact: I feel a strange affinity with council workers.

Catchya on the bright side (hopefully the sun will come out tomorrow!)

Jess

Labels: Blinded by the Bright, Hi Vis Polos, Test, Workwear

0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:16 PM.