Avid Womens Core AVIDry Lycra
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AVIDry Performance Fabric Built for All-Day Sun and Water
The Avid Womens Core AVIDry Lycra is Avid Gear's signature long sleeve rash guard, engineered for women who spend serious time on or near the water. The ultralight 100% microfiber polyester fabric moves with you, dries fast, and stays soft against bare skin all day long. Whether you are paddling, surfing, kayaking, or spending a full day in the sun, this shirt pulls its weight from dawn to dusk.
The AVIDry performance fabric is made from 100% RPET, meaning every shirt is constructed from recycled plastic bottles. You get high-output sun protection while keeping waste out of the ocean, which feels right on a water sports shirt.
UPF 50+ Sun Protection You Can Actually Rely On
The Core AVIDry blocks UVA and UVB radiation at a UPF 50+ rating, the highest standard category for sun-protective apparel. Long sleeve coverage keeps your arms and shoulders shielded through peak-sun hours without requiring repeated sunscreen application. For a garment you are wearing in and out of the water all day, built-in sun protection is simply more consistent than anything you apply.
AVIDry Technology: Quick Dry, Moisture Wicking, Stain Release
Three technologies work together to keep this shirt performing across an entire day on the water:
- Quick Dry Technology pulls moisture away from your skin and accelerates evaporation so the shirt does not stay wet and heavy after a splash or a swim.
- Moisture Wicking draws sweat to the surface, keeping you cooler and more comfortable during high-output activity.
- Stain Release Engineering means saltwater, sunscreen residue, bait, and whatever else a day on the water throws at you washes out cleanly. The shirt stays looking sharp session after session.
Construction and Fit
The raglan sleeve construction visible in the design reduces shoulder seam bulk and gives your arms a full range of motion, important when paddling, casting, or carrying gear. The crew neckline sits close without restricting, and the fabric's smooth microfiber hand feel is gentle against sensitive skin. The silhouette is athletic and fitted without being restrictive, designed around women's proportions for a clean, professional look on and off the water.
Sustainability: 100% RPET Recycled Fabric
Avid Gear builds the Core AVIDry from 100% RPET, recycled polyester derived from post-consumer plastic bottles. Choosing this shirt is a direct reduction in virgin plastic demand. The performance specs do not take a back seat to the sustainability claim, the AVIDry fabric earns its place on technical merit and the recycled construction is a genuine added value, not a marketing overlay.
Care and Maintenance
Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Do not use fabric softener, as it degrades moisture-wicking performance over time. The stain release engineering handles most field washing without pre-treatment; for heavier staining, a short soak before washing is sufficient.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Avid Gear
- Series
- Core AVIDry
- Fabric Technology
- AVIDry Performance Fabric
- Material
- 100% Microfiber Polyester (RPET Recycled)
- UPF Rating
- UPF 50+
- UV Protection
- UVA and UVB
- Sleeve Style
- Long Sleeve
- Features
- Quick Dry, Moisture Wicking, Stain Release Engineering, Premium Breathability
- Sustainability
- 100% RPET (Recycled Plastic Bottles)
- Origin
- Imported
- Garment Type
- Long Sleeve Rash Guard
- Gender
- Women's
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is UPF 50+ sun protection in a rash guard?
- UPF 50+ is the highest rated category for sun-protective clothing. It means the fabric blocks more than 98% of UVA and UVB ultraviolet radiation, providing consistent all-day protection without the need to reapply sunscreen on covered skin.
- What does AVIDry performance fabric mean?
- AVIDry is Avid Gear's proprietary performance fabric technology built from ultralight microfiber polyester. It combines quick dry capability, active moisture wicking, and stain release engineering in a single lightweight weave that stays breathable during high-output water sports activity.
- Is this rash guard made from recycled materials?
- Yes. The Core AVIDry is constructed from 100% RPET, which is recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles. The performance and sun protection specs are the same as a virgin-polyester garment, with a reduced environmental footprint.
- Is the Avid Womens Core AVIDry Lycra good for surfing and water sports?
- Yes. The quick-dry microfiber polyester, UPF 50+ sun coverage across the arms and torso, and stain release finish make it a strong choice for surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, or any activity that combines sun exposure and water contact.
- How should I care for this rash guard to keep it performing?
- Machine wash cold and tumble dry low or hang to dry. Avoid fabric softener, which can coat the fibers and reduce moisture-wicking performance. The stain release engineering handles most residue in a standard wash cycle.
- Can I wear this rash guard as an everyday sun shirt?
- Absolutely. The lightweight, breathable microfiber construction and clean athletic silhouette make it equally comfortable for beach days, boating, hiking, or any outdoor activity where long-sleeve sun protection matters.
- Where can I buy the Avid Womens Core AVIDry Lycra?
- It is available at Island Water Sports, in store in South Florida and online.