Sun Care

[Daves]

I have been looking at ways to improve my sun protection regime. 2 BCCs cut out so far, and I am finding it increasingly hard to avoid some level sunburn/ sun damage in our current spat of hot spring/summers.

I have shifted to wearing wide brimmed hats, though the selection of Golf specific versions is somewhat limited. I have found Cricket Hats, Gray Nicolls in particular, to be the best fitting and seem to offer the best protection, and they are quite economical as well. But it hard to find them in colours other than Cricket Cream, especially in my boofhead size. I also found a semi bucket style at local sports shop, that fits well. It is apparently a School Team type hat, but available in XL for less than $10, so a bargain. Most of the Golf specific hats seem to me to be poorly designed, and over priced for what they are.

I am trying to find some lightweight long sleeve polos to try. Not a great fan of the sun sleeves, though I can understand their attraction. There doesn't seem to be a great selection from the Golf Apparal brands, especially with collars rather than mock tops. And finding lightweight and very breathable versions is also pretty hard it seems.

Anyone got any suggestions, sources etc for better sun protection cover?

[Pirelli]

I managed to find some nike dri-fit long sleeve polos with a UV rating. Not sure what they'd cost here but they are designed for golf and I've been happy with them.

[Vice MC]

What about skins? You can get those fishing scarve thingos that fold into a hundred different shapes to cover your face/neck and whatnot too...

[PeteyD]

I am happy with the sleeves now that I am used to them. Took a bit though.

Which sports shop had the semi bucket hats? I have had the same problem getting a comfortable wide brim hat.

[Daves]

I am happy with the sleeves now that I am used to them. Took a bit though.

Which sports shop had the semi bucket hats? I have had the same problem getting a comfortable wide brim hat.

Struddys at Capalaba. I have a Navy Cricket Hat that is a fraction too small for my boof, if you want to try it.

[simmsy]

I use my old fishing hat.

Shimano make some good stuff both with shirts and hats. Go to your local BCF or what ever you have near you.

[idgolfguy]

I pretend my dark skin will protect me.

[GuyIncognito]

yeh if anyone comes across a comfy wide brim hat that stays on in the wind lmk

[markTHEblake]

Anyone got any suggestions, sources etc for better sun protection cover?
Sunscreen with at least 5% Titanium Oxide or Zinc Oxide. My whimsical research efforts has revealed that anything else is not really good enough. I did a thread on this years ago (http://www.ozgolf.net/showthread.php/17451-Whats-the-truth-about-Sunscreen) with links to the research I found.
Blue Lizard is supposed to be the go, seems to be one of those australian products only available in USA. group buy?

Yesterday i did another round of looking for better hats for golf. The biggest issue for me is that most hats push down on the Glasses arms, and I cant play without a hat or glasses. As best I can tell, there really is no decent all round golf sun protection hat. They are either going to be not wide enough in the brim, like gilligans bucket hats, too hot, blow off easily in the wind, and make you look like farmer brown . It seems to me that most of the golfing world play in weather where hats are not required. Come to think of it, I cant remember ever seeing Nicklaus play golf in hats.

I ordered a Barmah Canvas Sportz - delivered for $40, I have had one of these before, its pretty good, but someone nicked it. Its not a crushable though so a pain in the neck to carry about when you dont need it, likewise would be any of the Akubras or any other G.Norman style.

[3Puttpete]

I'm going to check out city beach. Those surfie stoners might know something we don't

[Daves]

Sunscreen with at least 5% Titanium Oxide or Zinc Oxide. My whimsical research efforts has revealed that anything else is not really good enough. I did a thread on this years ago (http://www.ozgolf.net/showthread.php/17451-Whats-the-truth-about-Sunscreen) with links to the research I found.
Blue Lizard is supposed to be the go, seems to be one of those australian products only available in USA. group buy?

Yesterday i did another round of looking for better hats for golf. The biggest issue for me is that most hats push down on the Glasses arms, and I cant play without a hat or glasses. As best I can tell, there really is no decent all round golf sun protection hat. They are either going to be not wide enough in the brim, like gilligans bucket hats, too hot, blow off easily in the wind, and make you look like farmer brown . It seems to me that most of the golfing world play in weather where hats are not required. Come to think of it, I cant remember ever seeing Nicklaus play golf in hats.

I ordered a Barmah Canvas Sportz - delivered for $40, I have had one of these before, its pretty good, but someone nicked it. Its not a crushable though so a pain in the neck to carry about when you dont need it, likewise would be any of the Akubras or any other G.Norman style.

I use Aldi Ombra Sunscreen, it has 6% Zinc Oxide.

I am not a fan of the Akubra style hats for golf.

[Daves]

I use my old fishing hat.

Shimano make some good stuff both with shirts and hats. Go to your local BCF or what ever you have near you.

I have already done a tour of my local BCF, but found nothing that looked the part. Too floppy, and/or needs a chin strap to stay on in the wind. I have a well worn Shimano Suede wide brim hat in the shed, but you can't seem to buy them these days.

[Daves]

I'm going to check out city beach. Those surfie stoners might know something we don't

We went to DFO the other day and I looked in all the likely places, City Beach, Billabong, Adidas, Puma etc, even Mountain Design (Trekking) nothing appealed as suitable.

[Ashes]

The old Greg Chappell hat plastered with golf patches is what the cool kids wear.

[3Puttpete]

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[markTHEblake]

Google "Aussie cooler hat". Great idea, expensive and only sold in USA

[Daves]

Google "Aussie cooler hat". Great idea, expensive and only sold in USA

I assume you are referring to Aussie Chillers;

http://www.aussiechiller.com/

[markTHEblake]

Oops, yeah. Group buy?

[Ashes]

I thought the umbrella hat looked better.

[Pirelli]

The best hat I've found is called a Legend Vortech 4015 bucket hat. The problem is it's one of those hats that they sell to suppliers who embroid logos onto them so no one sells them individually.

Here's an example.

http://www.raveoncaps.com.au/vortech-bucket-4015-legend-headwear/

[Daves]

The best hat I've found is called a Legend Vortech 4015 bucket hat. The problem is it's one of those hats that they sell to suppliers who embroid logos onto them so no one sells them individually.

Here's an example.

http://www.raveoncaps.com.au/vortech-bucket-4015-legend-headwear/

That is very similar to the School Sports Hat I bought. The brim is wider than the normal bucket and it isn't as floppy as the average bucket. Mine is made by Grace Collection, another bulk seller.

https://gracecollection.com.au/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=37&category_id=2&page=shop.browse&limit=100&limitstart=200

[Daves]

The best hat I've found is called a Legend Vortech 4015 bucket hat. The problem is it's one of those hats that they sell to suppliers who embroid logos onto them so no one sells them individually.

Here's an example.

http://www.raveoncaps.com.au/vortech-bucket-4015-legend-headwear/

Found a company based here in Brisbane that sell them in single lots. I have placed an order, will see how it goes;

http://rightcrossworkwear.com/Catalogue/ProductDetail/tabid/79/ProductID/387/Default.aspx

[Pirelli]

Let me know how it goes! I might put in an order myself.

[GuyIncognito]

as above, do tell etc.

[Jerrymoo]

I picked up a couple of long-sleeve Nike Dri-Fit Victory Polos, and would recommend them. One thing, though, other than white there aren't many lighter colours available, or at least that I could find.

[Daves]

I picked up a couple of long-sleeve Nike Dri-Fit Victory Polos, and would recommend them. One thing, though, other than white there aren't many lighter colours available, or at least that I could find.

Could be right about the light colours. The Cancer Council recommends dark colours, because light colours apparently reflect UV onto your exposed areas e.g. face, whereas dark colours mostly absorb them.

[goughy]

I'm going to check out city beach. Those surfie stoners might know something we don't

This is where I got my bucket hat from, and have worn it for golf. If it's windy I'd stuck the cord under my neck. But I reckon it's the sort of place to find the most suitable of these style hats, that don't look to grandpa. I don't find them too expensive there either. And I can make myself look surfie stoner enough to wear them!

I just use the woolies brand cream in a big pump bottle, it's the cheapest I can find. But applied properly I don't get burned. Heck, a week down the coast and I can't team the white out of me.

[Jerrymoo]

Could be right about the light colours. The Cancer Council recommends dark colours, because light colours apparently reflect UV onto your exposed areas e.g. face, whereas dark colours mostly absorb them.

Hmm, makes sense.

But I was thinking the opposite: lighter colours for brighter/warmer days.

[markTHEblake]

Could be right about the light colours. The Cancer Council recommends dark colours, because light colours apparently reflect UV onto your exposed areas e.g. face, whereas dark colours mostly absorb them. Interesting I would always wear white shirts on bloody hot days.It may be the lesser of two evils if its very hot, and at least UV does not have much to do with temperature so its not going to be exponentially worse to still wear whites.

[Daves]

Hmm, makes sense.

But I was thinking the opposite: lighter colours for brighter/warmer days.


Interesting I would always wear white shirts on bloody hot days.It may be the lesser of two evils if its very hot, and at least UV does not have much to do with temperature so its not going to be exponentially worse to still wear whites.

http://www.cancerqld.org.au/page/prevention/skin_cancer/


Slip on protective clothing

Choose clothing that:



Covers as much skin as possible e.g. long sleeves and high necks/collars.
Is made from close weave materials such as cotton, polyester/cotton and linen.
Is dark in colour to absorb UV rays. White and lighter colours reflect UV onto skin.
If used for swimming, is made from materials such as lycra, which stays sun protective when wet.

[liptout]

Could be right about the light colours. The Cancer Council recommends dark colours, because light colours apparently reflect UV onto your exposed areas e.g. face, whereas dark colours mostly absorb them.

I remember when I was at school playing cricket in a 40 odd degree day and wore a black hat.

Passed out on the kitchen floor that night, and did the same the next morning (but in the lounge room).

Doctor said it was from heat stroke and wearing the black was more than likely the culprit by attracting all the heat......

Never worn a black hat since that day!!

[Haystacks]

I've found surf hats that do the job, but you have to hunt around to find the right one. Last one I bought was a Rip Curl...broad brim but soft enough to throw in the bag, drawstring to shove behind the head to keep it on in the wind.

[dc68]

Heard that terry towelling shorts are good protection too.

[Haystacks]

Heard that terry towelling shorts are good protection too.

They were chenille, Favourite...very upmarket fabric!

[dc68]

Apologies!!

[Dotty]

They were chenille, Favourite...very upmarket fabric!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XgX6rFjO-U

[Haystacks]

Apologies!!

;)

[markTHEblake]

I use Aldi Ombra Sunscreen, it has 6% Zinc Oxide.

Went to Aldi, they had 3 or 4 variations of Aldi Ombra (sport, sensitive, kids) but none had any Zinc Oxide listed in the ingredients. Could you check yours again?
Maybe its a product they do not stock at the moment.

[Daves]

Went to Aldi, they had 3 or 4 variations of Aldi Ombra (sport, sensitive, kids) but none had any Zinc Oxide listed in the ingredients. Could you check yours again?
Maybe its a product they do not stock at the moment.

The Family version definitely doesn't have it, or at least the 2 pump packs we have don't have it listed.

We have a couple of 200gram tubes of the Sensitive version and both have it listed. Both are new and would have been purchased in recent months.

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The Tube of Ultra Sport with Clear Zinc we have also has it listed. Not sure when we purchased this one?


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[markTHEblake]

Thanks, I recognise those tubes, but I am positive they had SPF50 on them and definitely no Zinc. Also I think the active ingreidients had more names, like 4 or 5.
Must have been a product change I guess. I'll take a photo next time just to be sure I am not going insane or blind.

[Daves]

Thanks, I recognise those tubes, but I am positive they had SPF50 on them and definitely no Zinc. Also I think the active ingreidients had more names, like 4 or 5.
Must have been a product change I guess. I'll take a photo next time just to be sure I am not going insane or blind.

I was in Aldi today, so checked them out. Yep, product ingredients have been changed and now labelled as SPF 50+ in line with the new standards;

http://www.cancer.org.au/news/news-articles/spf-50.html

[Daves]

The best hat I've found is called a Legend Vortech 4015 bucket hat. The problem is it's one of those hats that they sell to suppliers who embroid logos onto them so no one sells them individually.

Here's an example.

http://www.raveoncaps.com.au/vortech-bucket-4015-legend-headwear/

Part of my order turned up today, so got to test one of these Vortech bucket heats out. They look the part, nice wide brim, sweat band, water resistant. washable, good fit etc but I found that contrary to their claims, their breathability is very poor. Felt like a little sweat box actually, and I had to continually remove it to let the top of my head cool. Disappointed, as they look the part, but the cheap school bucket I bought is far more comfortable to wear than this was.

[hacker]

Saw in Kmart they had bucket hats for $6, don't know how they compare to others but might be worth a look.

[WeekendHacker]

I like the Norman Signature straw hats. Very comfortable and super cool on the head.

[Sasquatch]

I have shifted to wearing wide brimmed hats, though the selection of Golf specific versions is somewhat limited.

Daves, I just bought a hat that might suit your needs. Wide brimmed sailing hat, $22 from Whitworths Marine & Leisure. https://www.whitworths.com.au/main_itemdetail.asp?cat=172&item=20302&intAbsolutePage=1

I have a large head & have trouble finding caps to fit but this fits well in XL size. Stiff bit in the brim at the front so it won't flop down. I believe it'd be fine to wear while swinging golf clubs around unlike the straw type golf hat I tried that just didn't feel right.

[Daves]

Daves, I just bought a hat that might suit your needs. Wide brimmed sailing hat, $22 from Whitworths Marine & Leisure. https://www.whitworths.com.au/main_itemdetail.asp?cat=172&item=20302&intAbsolutePage=1

I have a large head & have trouble finding caps to fit but this fits well in XL size. Stiff bit in the brim at the front so it won't flop down. I believe it'd be fine to wear while swinging golf clubs around unlike the straw type golf hat I tried that just didn't feel right.

Thanks for the link Sasq.. I will check them out next time I am in Whitworths.

I bought a selection of hats (Buckets and Wide Brims) from Right Cross Work Wear. I will get around to reviewing them once I have trialled them all.

I also picked up a Nike long sleeve Polo, that looks like it will be good for really hot days. I might see if I can pick up some Ice sleeves as well.

[Daves]

I tried a long sleeve polo today, a Nike Dri Fit. It was a bit cooler today (top of 27 forecast), so thought that I would give it a run. Went OK, a good breeze helped keep it cool. I wouldn't want to have it on a hot relatively windless day though I reckon. I will see if I can get some sleeves to try and compare. A review of Hats I purchased will happen when I get a chance.

[RobNewy]

Are the sleeves hard to get usedto,
Or would a Skinz type shirt be better?

[simmsy]

I prefer the sleeves over a full compression type shirt. Much more comfortable

[BUSHY]

Are the sleeves hard to get usedto,
Or would a Skinz type shirt be better?

Ive got both, the problem with the full compression shirts is I found it rubs on the neck and underarm area over 4-5 hours. I use a compression singlet with separate skinz A400 sleeves that are exceptionally good in both keeping you cool and keeping the sun off. The sleeves dont really even feel like your wearing them after a while, I think I've had them for almost a year and comparatively compression is better than "Iceray" type products because the compression helps with cooling, sun protection and aids in circulation and muscle support. They are a little bit more expensive but I think they are definitely worth it. The compression singlet helps keep you cool under your shirt.

[RobNewy]

Also,
I brought cancer council sunscreen very recently, and it has no zinc oxide in it.

What is the zinc supposed to do, but isnt deemed important enough for the cancer council?

[RobNewy]

Thanks Bushy.
Will look into them

[Daves]

Also,
I brought cancer council sunscreen very recently, and it has no zinc oxide in it.

What is the zinc supposed to do, but isnt deemed important enough for the cancer council?

Hard to say, have a read of this to hopefully understand the bigger picture and the mirade of different factors and ingredients involved. In my experience Sun Screens/Blocks with Zinc and/or Titanium Oxides seems to stay on longer and be more effective on a high risk day. For golf that means I usually don't have to reapply Sunscreen during a round.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunscreen

[BUSHY]

Also,
I brought cancer council sunscreen very recently, and it has no zinc oxide in it.

What is the zinc supposed to do, but isnt deemed important enough for the cancer council?

To my knowledge, zinc blocks/absorbs rather than reflects the harmful UVB/UVA radiation. It sits on the skin rather than being absorbed. There are studies that may or may not show that zinc oxide nano particles can be bad for you but I've read alot about all types of nano particles (ie very very small at molecular level), this could be why the cancer council dont recommend zinc??. I use Invisible Zinc (http://invisiblezinc.com.au/) brand of sunscreen, a combination of the 4hr water resistant 50+ and ESP Moisturising 30+. I also wear the sleeves and 99% of the time I wear long pants. The brands out these days are light and cool so even on days like yesterday where it was 34 ish with 90+% humidity I felt fine in my longs and sleeves.

In all seriousness our golfing group had a close mate pass away late last year from cancer caused by the sun, not even 50 yet. Another has had surgeries into the dozens to remove suspect spots including big chunks from his nose and face. I'm 33 this year and decided after my mate was diagnosed that I was covering up head to toe, easier to cover up than fight something thats trying to kill you???


Check this re zinc and nano particles.

http://www.charpan.com/sunscreen-tips-zinc-oxide-nanoparticles
(http://vidshark.ws/vv.php?Id=90bcae467b9ab3081f9141bf49644d19)

[Icestorm959]

Yeah for some reason very few of the SPF 50+ sunscreens under the new regulations seem to have zinc (that I've found). I have a Banana boat Sport spf 30+, and a 50+, the 30+ has zinc but the 50+ doesn't.

I'm not convinced that the 30+ with zinc provides better protection than the 50+...

[BUSHY]

Check this link.

http://www.badgerbalm.com/s-30-what-is-spf-sunscreen-sun-protection-factor.aspx

Basically 15+ protects from 93% of UVB, 30+ is 97%, 50+ is 98%.

The other way of looking at it is 30+ let's through 3 photons out of 100, 50+ let's through 2 out of 100.

[Daves]

I find non Zinc Oxide sunscreens seem to cause blocked pores and acne, mainly on my snoz. Using the Zinc ones seems to stop the problem.

[Ashes]

I prefer the sleeves over a full compression type shirt. Much more comfortable

I'm the opposite.

[Johnny Canuck]

I was using the cheap tubs you would get at woolies, target, etc and was having issues with eczema. I have changed brands and the issues have gone away. Might need to check the ingredients to see if I can pinpoint something.

[Ashes]

I can't afford the good stuff with the amount I use.

[Johnny Canuck]

I can't afford the good stuff with the amount I use.

I've worn compression tops or sleeves for about the past 3 years. Going pants on certain days as well now.

[Charger]

I dont know if its been mentioned, but straw hats are good on the stinking hot days. Not the wide ones you wear to the cricket, smaller ones like what Norman wore.

Your head doesnt get hot when wearing them.

[BUSHY]

I've worn compression tops or sleeves for about the past 3 years. Going pants on certain days as well now.

I'm basically pants full time since my mate passed away.


I dont know if its been mentioned, but straw hats are good on the stinking hot days. Not the wide ones you wear to the cricket, smaller ones like what Norman wore.

Your head doesnt get hot when wearing them.

Titleist bucket hats are good, not too big. My mate who's been getting crap cut out of him had 4 or 5 big chunks cut out of his skull that they put down to wearing one of those G Norman straw hats. Just saying.

[Ashes]

Can't go past the Greg Chappell hats. Can't seem to find them in colours anymore tho.

[timah!]

Intentionally bumping an old thread:

Has anything changed on this front? I’m notorious for not wearing enough sunscreen.
During spartan I’d get away with wearing long sleeves or slopping it on before heading out.

I think for me the best idea is long sleeves, long pants but seeing whether anyone has uncovered a sensation sunscreen that isn’t greasy, lasts 5 hours and doesn’t stain shirts?

[Daves]

I only use Sunscreens with Zinc Oxide (and or Titanium Dioxide as 2nd choice). They are hard to find these days, after the scare campaign run by the Nano-particle nut cases caused most manufacturers to move to other lower profile chemicals. Ironically Zinc Oxide is also a common Skin condition treatment core ingredient.

I use Auscreen Sport which is an SPF 50+. It contains 50mg/g of Zinc Oxide. It is none greasy, rubs in and seems to last a full round of golf, even in the steamiest conditions. It is hard to find in most retailers, Target do stock it;

http://auscreen.com.au/

[jimandr]

You made me look, Daves, because I purchased a bottle of Auscreen in Adelaide for my daily use during the SA Champs. My bottle is marked 'family' rather than 'sport', but it did the job for me.

But, I also looked at the list of active ingredients, and they are exactly the same as those listed in the Coles Home Brand Everyday Sunscreen that I use on a daily basis.

I don't have sensitive skin, and my skin cancer doctor told me years ago that the cheap stuff is just as good as the expensive stuff for the actual purpose of blocking the sun damage. He said that the differences are mainly cosmetic in terms of look and scent and feel. So I use the cheap stuff, and it seems to work for me.

That doesn't really help with Timah!'s question, as they are a bit greasy. I always apply my sunscreen before I leave home, not as a last minute thing on the first tee.

I also use the Aldi homebrand Ombra sunscreen on my face. It seems quite good for that purpose, and is significantly cheaper than most.

[timah!]

Will give the Aldi sensitive a try. Seems to fit the ingredients bill.
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Came home with a cheap bucket hat from k-mart which the wife immediately hated. Which must mean sun protection will be high. Ha!

[PeteyD]

After getting a bit fried on Friday I did the whole umbrella and wide brim hat and extra thick sun screen thing today.

[Daves]

Good to see Aldi have gone back to Zinc Oxide based Sunscreens. I used to use them as they were Zinc Oxide based. But then they caved into the scare campaigns and went to other formulas a few years ago.

[timah!]

The sensitive one is the only one that has it. The others didn’t.

[Daves]

The sensitive one is the only one that has it. The others didn’t.

Thanks, I grabbed a tube. It is cheap as Chips too! Exactly the same formula as the Auscreen one, though a touch thinner in the application. I tried it and it works well.

Yesterday I forgot to put on my own Sunscreen before leaving for Golf, and I didn't have a spare tube in my bag. So I used the Sunscreen the Club has in the Washroom. It is a home brand version and quite greasy. I layered it on thick as I could. After Golf I felt like I was in a Sauna, and I was "hot" skinned all night. I presume it was a UVA "burn" as there was very little redness or signs of significant sunburn.

[benno_r]

I used the Aldi sensitive one yesterday for the first time. Great consistency, no stinging in the eyes, and the least amount of burn I have had for ages.

Good kit!

[okitoki]

Silly question here, but how much am I suppose to be using? I dont really practice "sun smart" when I was a kid, so kind of clueless

I have seen people use just pump to a raisin size and spread it till it disappear... while some use I assume is a palm full of it and looks like a ghost mask...

[Bunter]

Had a few burnt, frozen ,scraped and cut off- time to take the hint

Got zinc in a roll out lipstick like tube, spray on 50+ and sunscreen in most of my bags and travel gear.
Still miss a few spots
I’m sure the damage is done but best to be safe from here in

Wish I could play in the big straw hats, best I can handle is the Bucket hat. I’m no fashion plate winner so I’ll live with the look

Use it guys, it’s not getting any better out there

[Johnny Canuck]

Cheers for the reminder gentlemen.
Just booked in for a check on Monday

[Daves]

The Aldi Sensitive (with Zinc Oxide) is not always available (it seems to sell out quickly when they stock it). I found a clone the other day at KMart that has the identical formula for $6 a tube;

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My wife recently had a Melanoma removed from her arm. On a recent check up with her Plastic Surgeon, I asked here to ask him about Sun Screens. He said all Sun Screens are good, but Zinc Oxide ones are the best. And SPF 30+ is as good as SPF 50+ (there is only a marginal difference).

[Daves]

Any recommendations on Sun Sleeves brands?

I bought some cheapies off the Bay and they are OK for the price (3 pr for $9 delivered). A fraction short for me, and the stitching is minimalist, so I don't expect any great life out of them. But they served the purpose of convincing me that I can wear them regularly.

[benno_r]

Any recommendations on Sun Sleeves brands?

I bought some cheapies off the Bay and they are OK for the price (3 pr for $9 delivered). A fraction short for me, and the stitching is minimalist, so I don't expect any great life out of them. But they served the purpose of convincing me that I can wear them regularly.Ice rays from Squizzies are the best, and moderately priced.

[Courty]

I've tried many & keep coming back to the Nike Solar Sleeves. Pricey, but the fit & longevity make it worth the price IMO.

[BUSHY]

Any recommendations on Sun Sleeves brands?

I bought some cheapies off the Bay and they are OK for the price (3 pr for $9 delivered). A fraction short for me, and the stitching is minimalist, so I don't expect any great life out of them. But they served the purpose of convincing me that I can wear them regularly.

Skins sleeves are easily the best. As Courty says the Nike ones are greet but the skins are much much cooler and comfortable. $59.99 a set and you used to be able to get them in black or white, not sure anymore as the set I’ve got is 4-5 years old.

[okitoki]

I wish they would make the upper arm strap wider for flabby arms user like me... the small strap can be like wrapping rubber bands around my arm :D

[geroscot]

I got a great hat by Outdoor Research. You can find them on Ebay.

[Slug]

might be time to revisit this with summer coming around quickly

any other input into best sleeves to wear?

i try to wear long sleeve polos as much as i can, adidas ones seem best fit for the larger man, but the range is limited, so sleeves are a good addition to the bag.

on sunscreen, tried the aldi version, really didnt like it all that much. any other recommendations out there to try?
i was using the hamilton sensitive version until i read all the stuff on zinc oxide etc

[benno_r]

might be time to revisit this with summer coming around quickly

any other input into best sleeves to wear?

i try to wear long sleeve polos as much as i can, adidas ones seem best fit for the larger man, but the range is limited, so sleeves are a good addition to the bag.

on sunscreen, tried the aldi version, really didnt like it all that much. any other recommendations out there to try?
i was using the hamilton sensitive version until i read all the stuff on zinc oxide etcI like the icerays sleeves, use them every round I play.

I also tried the Aldi sunscreen - it's a pain to apply as it's so thick, but seems to work the best of any I have tried. Cancer Council is good too, Banana Boat not so good.

[MAZA68]

https://www.naturalbeautyco.com.au/product/eco-by-sonya-driver-natural-sunscreen/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwlqLdBRCKARIsAPxTGaWCjSnJz03YENV43vy W8thN2FS9TQp1WcIJqMUZIghIVZJf5fxR8swaAhiyEALw_wcB

[Daves]

Does anyone know of any sources for lightweight breathable long sleeve Polos?

[Withnail]

I got a great hat by Outdoor Research. You can find them on Ebay.

I have the same hat and they are really good. A good sunscreen for the face is the Banana Boat Baby which is in a pump spray bottle or roll on. Just use any SPF 30-50+ sunscreen on the arms and legs but the cheaper ones can be very think and greasy and hard to rub in.

[Courty]

A good sunscreen for the face is the Banana Boat Baby which is in a pump spray bottle or roll on.

I’ve tried many different sunscreens over the years and have settled on Banana Boat Sport in the spray bottle.

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It’s a thinner mix to work with the spray bottle, and isn’t as greasy as many others. The spray bottles are no longer stocked in my local Coles or Woolies, but I just found them in Chemist Warehouse.

[3Puttpete]

I’ve tried many different sunscreens over the years and have settled on Banana Boat Sport in the spray bottle.

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It’s a thinner mix to work with the spray bottle, and isn’t as greasy as many others. The spray bottles are no longer stocked in my local Coles or Woolies, but I just found them in Chemist Warehouse.

I have one of these in my bag

[thecollective]

+1 on the banana boat

I used to use the invisible zinc that stopped ANY sun getting on your skin, it is by far the best you can get and is not cheap but it was very messy and never fully came out of your clothes or your golf grips.

the best thing you can do is cover up with arm sleeves, pants and a wide brimmed hat. That way you only need a bit of sunscreen. Since I have been doing this I have noticed a significant colour change in my skin

[Withnail]

The Banana Boat Sport could be a good one i'll look out for it.
I'd avoid using any aerosol can sunscreen if you can still buy it, they aren't safe.

[PeteyD]

The Banana Boat Sport could be a good one i'll look out for it.
I'd avoid using any aerosol can sunscreen if you can still buy it, they aren't safe.

Why do you say that?

[Yossarian]

Plenty of hoo hah about, specifically bb aerosol.

Thicker the better if you ask me

[PeteyD]

Yea investigated a bit. Seems it is more that it is difficult to apply properly and easy to do a crap and useless job, rather than the aerosol sunscreen itself. The fact that you need to rub it in anyway kinda makes them pointless.

[Yossarian]

Always go the full banana

[Pickles]

I've got the Le Tan coconut spray similar to the banana boat one above in my bag. The only problem with it is reminding myself to wear it. Especially because I'm not a hat person either. Already copped a few sunburns in the past month or so.

[Withnail]

Yeah that was the problem, people thought they were protected but many got sunburnt while using it. I think a baby ended up in hospital with serious sunburn. I used to use it sometimes but you wondered if you were just rubbing in the evaporative liquid which suspends the sunscreen or if the actual sunscreen was still floating in the bottom of the can somewhere. Incredibly greasy and oily like I'd been coated in tyre shine.
Some info about the aerosol sunscreens,
https://www.smh.com.au/business/consumer-affairs/useless-aerosols-cancer-council-says-best-place-for-spray-sunscreen-is-the-bin-20171130-gzvsk2.html

[Johnny Canuck]

The Banana Boat Sport could be a good one i'll look out for it.
I'd avoid using any aerosol can sunscreen if you can still buy it, they aren't safe.

That's my go to.

I also prefer sleeves and long pants if it's not too hot.

[Pickles]

19 and overcast in Melbourne today yet here I am looking like a lobster. Will I learn? Probably not.

[Yossarian]

You know about skin cancer yeah? And the concept of uv rays.

[thecollective]

19 and overcast in Melbourne today yet here I am looking like a lobster. Will I learn? Probably not.

Overcast weather is a shocker for sunburn particularly in Melbourne (speaking from experience) I learnt to put sun screen on even when it was raining


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[Withnail]

Overcast weather is a shocker for sunburn particularly in Melbourne (speaking from experience) I learnt to put sun screen on even when it was raining


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Good point, I often look up the UV Level and on the overcast days it can be just as bad as the bright sunny days. I wonder why the TV weather reports don't give the UV forecast? I was reading that somewhere in South China illegal ozone depleting chemicals are still being used that were banned worldwide since 2010, the China emissions are at such a huge scale that there's been no reduction in ozone depleting emissions since the ban in 2010.

[JoeS]

19 and overcast in Melbourne today yet here I am looking like a lobster. Will I learn? Probably not.Yep.Put cream on my ears and nose thinking that would be enough.Nope.

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[Daves]

Does anyone know of any sources for lightweight breathable long sleeve Polos?

I bought a couple of long sleeve Adidas and a Sports Leisure from Golfbox. First day trial yesterday, but I picked a bad day to wear one. Barely a breathe of wind for the first time in months and 90+% humidity!. The fabric is certainly light enough and it breathes well, but you definitely need a breeze to keep you cool in them. At this stage I have only been able find LS Polos in plain colours.

[3Puttpete]

I bought a couple of long sleeve Adidas and a Sports Leisure from Golfbox. First day trial yesterday, but I picked a bad day to wear one. Barely a breathe of wind for the first time in months and 90+% humidity!. The fabric is certainly light enough and it breathes well, but you definitely need a breeze to keep you cool in them. At this stage I have only been able find LS Polos in plain colours.

It was stupid hit in short sleeves too. Do you reckon the long sleeves make it much worse?

[Daves]

It was stupid hit in short sleeves too. Do you reckon the long sleeves make it much worse?

No, not really, not with the Adidas one I tried. I have been wearing Iceray sleeves and it was very similar.

[thecollective]

Sleeves are far better in the hot than long sleeve shirts

[3Puttpete]

No, not really, not with the Adidas one I tried. I have been wearing Iceray sleeves and it was very similar.

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[AndyP]

The Phil Michelson business shirt should be perfect then.

[3Puttpete]

The Phil Michelson business shirt should be perfect then.

It’s not the silliest idea

[Daves]

The Phil Michelson business shirt should be perfect then.

I have seen some wear the style, but they look too restrictive to me. You would have to wear them loose and then they would hang on you like a bag.

[Withnail]

I like the idea of a loose long sleeve light weight polo, I prefer cotton to performance fabrics which don't always breathe well. I think the Phil Michelson shirts look good but maybe wouldn't match with shorts? One of the best fabrics for breathing is fine merino wool.

[aussieashley]

Skins sleeves are easily the best. As Courty says the Nike ones are greet but the skins are much much cooler and comfortable. $59.99 a set and you used to be able to get them in black or white, not sure anymore as the set I’ve got is 4-5 years old. Might be a good time to stock up. Looks like they are going bankrupt.https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/sportswear-manufacturer-skins-applies-for-bankruptcy-in-swiss-court-20190121-p50smt.html

[aussieashley]

https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/sportswear-manufacturer-skins-applies-for-bankruptcy-in-swiss-court-20190121-p50smt.html

[BUSHY]

Might be a good time to stock up. Looks like they are going bankrupt.https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/sportswear-manufacturer-skins-applies-for-bankruptcy-in-swiss-court-20190121-p50smt.html

Real shame.

“The brand is expected to continue under new owners.”