Avid Core AVIDry LS Lycra
AVIDry Performance Fabric Built for the Water
The Avid Core AVIDry LS Lycra is Avid Gear's flagship long sleeve sun shirt, engineered for serious time on the water. Constructed from 100% microfiber polyester made entirely from RPET (recycled plastic bottles), this shirt delivers the kind of performance anglers and water sports enthusiasts demand without compromising comfort or sustainability.
The ultralight microfiber weave is noticeably soft against the skin and responds instantly to movement, making it equally at home on the deck of a boat, in the surf zone, or during a long paddle. This is not a shirt you will want to leave on shore.
UPF 50+ Sun Protection
The AVIDry LS Lycra carries a UPF 50+ rating with full UVA and UVB blocking. That rating means the fabric filters out more than 98% of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, providing a meaningful layer of defense during extended hours outdoors. For anyone spending full days on the water in South Florida, that level of protection is not optional.
The long sleeve cut covers the forearms fully, eliminating the gap that short-sleeve shirts and arm sunscreen leave behind as the day wears on.
AVIDry Technology: Quick Dry, Moisture Wicking, Stain Release
AVIDry performance fabric is built around three functional properties that work together:
- Quick Dry Technology pulls moisture through the fabric and releases it rapidly, so you dry out fast after spray, sweat, or a swim.
- Moisture Wicking moves perspiration away from the skin and keeps you feeling dry during high-output activity in warm conditions.
- Stain Release Engineering means fish slime, sunscreen, and saltwater residue rinse out cleanly rather than setting into the fabric over time.
The result is a shirt that performs through a full day of activity and comes out of the wash ready to go again.
Fit and Construction
The AVIDry LS Lycra features a crew neck collar and a clean, athletic silhouette with no extra bulk. The Avid hook logo is embroidered on the left chest. The fabric has enough stretch to move with you without bagging out, and the lightweight construction packs down easily for travel or keeps your pack weight down on longer trips.
Made by fishermen for fishermen, the fit is designed to layer under a life jacket or wader top without restricting arm movement.
Sustainability
Every AVIDry LS Lycra is woven from 100% RPET fiber, meaning the polyester in the shirt is derived from recycled plastic bottles rather than virgin petroleum feedstock. Avid Gear uses this material across its AVIDry performance line as a baseline commitment, not a marketing add-on.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Avid Gear
- Model
- AVIDry LS Lycra
- MPN
- AVM900
- Material
- 100% Microfiber Polyester (100% RPET recycled bottles)
- UPF Rating
- UPF 50+ (UVA and UVB protection)
- Fit / Style
- Long Sleeve, Crew Neck, Athletic Fit
- Performance Features
- AVIDry Quick Dry Technology, Moisture Wicking, Stain Release Engineering
- Sustainability
- Made with 100% RPET (recycled plastic bottles)
- Origin
- Imported
- Category
- Men's Sun Shirt
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is AVIDry fabric?
- AVIDry is Avid Gear's proprietary performance fabric made from 100% RPET microfiber polyester. It combines quick-dry technology, moisture wicking, and stain release engineering into a single ultralight weave designed for on-water activity.
- Does this shirt provide real sun protection?
- Yes. The AVIDry LS Lycra is rated UPF 50+, which blocks more than 98% of UVA and UVB radiation. Combined with the long sleeve cut, it provides consistent coverage that sunscreen alone cannot match over a full day outdoors.
- Is this shirt good for fishing?
- It is specifically designed for on-water use. The stain release engineering handles fish slime and bait residue, the quick-dry fabric recovers fast from spray or sweat, and the long sleeve cut protects arms through a full day in the sun.
- How do I care for the AVIDry LS Lycra?
- Machine wash cold and tumble dry low or hang to dry. Avoid fabric softeners, which coat performance fibers and reduce moisture-wicking effectiveness. Do not iron directly on the logo.
- What makes this shirt sustainable?
- The fabric is made entirely from RPET, which stands for recycled polyethylene terephthalate. That means the polyester fibers are produced from recycled plastic bottles rather than virgin petroleum. Avid Gear uses this material as a standard across the AVIDry line.
- Can I wear this shirt in the water?
- Yes. The AVIDry LS Lycra is designed to perform when wet and dries rapidly. It functions as a sun shirt, rashguard layer, and active top for paddling, surfing, fishing, and general water sports.
- Where can I buy the Avid Core AVIDry LS Lycra?
- It is available at Island Water Sports in store and online. Shop here to see current options and pricing.