DESCRIPTION
This lightweight, fast-drying recycled polyester visor from Patagonia is exceptionally breathable with its open top for high-output sports. With a brim made of Bureo’s fully traceable NetPlus® - a material made from 100% recycled fishing nets. Fair Trade Certified™ sewn.
Made of 100% recycled polyester plain-weave fabric with exceptional breathability and abrasion resistance, coated with a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals) to resist moisture. The Airshed Visor's soft EVA brim insert makes for next-to-forehead comfort and the elastic closure at the back provides an adjustable, secure fit during high-output activities. It's lightweight, low-profile sweatband has miDori™ bioSoft for added wicking and softness, and HeiQ® Pure odour control.
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Crown and bill: 1.6-oz 30-denier 100% recycled polyester cationic-dyed shadow stretch ripstop with a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals)
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Headband: 2.3-oz 100% recycled polyester double knit with miDori™ bioSoft for added wicking and softness, and HeiQ® Pure odour control
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Brim: NetPlus® 100% recycled fishing nets
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Country of Origin: Made in China
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Weight: 48 g (1.7 oz)
PROVENANCE AND ETHICS
Patagonia was founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973, the company's roots are in clothing for rock and alpine climbing, but they now produce a diverse mix of apparel targeted towards skiers, snowboarders, surfers and climbers. Patagonia are a world leader in creating ethical, sustainable clothing.
Recycled Polyester: Polyester is a naturally water-repellent material that can withstand the elements. Using polyester fibre made from mechanically recycled plastic bottles reduces CO2 emissions, and Patagonia are working toward eliminating all virgin polyester in their products by 2025.
NetPlus: To help reduce plastic pollution, Patagonia are finding new ways to turn previously discarded forms of plastic, like fishing nets, into clothes that can be worn for generations. Their partner Bureo collects and transforms these nets from local fishers off the coast of South America - which helps protect wildlife, provide fishing communities with extra income, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels used to make plastic.
