Sunburn on the water can be faster and more severe than sailors expect. The water's surface reflects UV radiation back upward, meaning exposure comes from two directions simultaneously. On a summer race day or a long offshore passage, that adds up. UPF-rated sailing clothing addresses this directly – fabrics are rated for the proportion of UV they block, and UPF 50+ blocks around 98% of ultraviolet radiation without the need for repeated application.
The P&B UV collection brings together clothing across multiple categories from brands that build UPF protection into technical sailing kit rather than adding it as an afterthought. Zhik's rash vests, lycra tops and hiking shorts combine UPF 50+ ratings with stretch fabrics built for active sailing. Gill and Musto incorporate UV protection across sailing jackets, spray tops and base layers rated for UK and offshore conditions. Triggernaut and Gill round the collection with performance sports sunglasses.
The range covers men's, women's and junior sizing. UV protection matters for sailors of all ages – children's skin is particularly sensitive to UV exposure, and time on the water from junior level upwards means cumulative exposure that builds significantly over a sailing career.
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