How to choose a men's swim jersey?

Men who practice some kind of water sport usually purchase special clothing, including men's swimming shirts. They are long and short sleeved jerseys with UV protection made of Lycra and other materials suitable for swimming in the sea.

Hydromicas are designed to protect the body from the effects of various external factors, primarily from water and sunlight. They are in demand when practicing kitesurfing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, standup paddling and other water sports. Unlike regular knitwear, swim shirts don't get heavy when they absorb water, so they don't interfere with movement in the water or on the board.

All variants of hydro-shirts can be divided into several groups depending on their characteristics. Taking into account the cut, they are divided into T-shirts for swimming in the sea with short sleeves and bathing sweaters with long sleeves.

Besides, such clothing for surfing and other water sports is divided into subtypes based on the materials used to make it... They affect the appearance of products, and their density, and the way they are cleaned.

Many of the men's sweatshirts are also able to provide additional protection against sunburn, as these models are available with a UV filter. Similar sun protection clothing is available from different brands. It is distinguished by its design and UV protection level.

Sweatshirts and T-shirts can be made from the following fabrics:

• Neoprene. This synthetic material is impervious to water and perfectly protects against cold and wind. Clothing made of it is easy to put on, fits the body quite tightly, but does not interfere with movement in water and on land. A high-quality neoprene hydromic is characterized by an anatomical cut and streamlining, limiting the influence of ultraviolet radiation and mechanical stimuli.

• Lycra. This fabric with a polymer backing is characterized by high elasticity and resistance to wear and tear. Lycra tops and sweatshirts for swimming are smooth to the touch, thin, tight, do not sag or form folds. It is easy to move in them, even if the clothes get wet. In addition, the lycra jersey dries very quickly.

• Polyester. This polymer material has been in demand for the production of sportswear for many decades. It provides protection from cool water, retains heat, and is resistant to wear and tear. Polyester T-shirts do not deteriorate from repeated washings and long-term storage, they do not get dirty much.

• Knitted fabric with synthetic fibers. Swimming clothes made of this material are in demand among people with sensitive skin. It washes easily, protects well from the sun and wind, but is less durable, gets wet quickly and gets dirty more.

To purchase a quality men's hydro-shirt, you first need to decide on the material and brand. When choosing a material, you should take into account the conditions in which you plan to train. If it is a hot tropical climate, it is important to avoid overheating and sunburn, and protection from hypothermia is necessary for swimming in cool water.

Having picked up the right model, find out your size (the dimensional grids of the manufacturer will help with this) and choose a color.

Care largely depends on what material your jersey or jersey is made of, but to extend its service life, it is recommended to rinse any product in running unsalted water immediately after bathing and hang it up to dry in the shade.

Neoprene shirts are often hand washed in warm water using a neutral detergent or specialty shampoo. Before washing, such clothes are briefly soaked and dried without heating devices.

Polyester t-shirts must not be heated (high temperature wash, hot dry or ironed), and softener fabric softener is recommended for washing. Lycra items are washed at temperatures up to +40, using products for delicate fabrics, and ironed on the "silk" mode.