{"id":16942,"date":"2025-04-17T14:29:05","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T19:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/?p=16942"},"modified":"2025-05-21T11:03:41","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T16:03:41","slug":"columbia-pfg-fishing-clothing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/columbia-pfg-fishing-clothing\/","title":{"rendered":"Columbia PFG: the ultimate summer fishing clothing"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":17035,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[231,247,232],"tags":[338,617,911,913],"class_list":["post-16942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fishing","category-clothing","category-fishing-accessories-clothing","tag-equipment","tag-fishing-clothing","tag-fisherman","tag-fisherwoman"],"acf":{"post_flexible_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">With its PFG collection, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia<\/a> aims to make technical and versatile clothing available to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/fishing\/fishing-clothing-boots\/sweaters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">anglers<\/a>. If you are a fly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/fishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fishing<\/a>, long hikes or nautical sports enthusiast, you can protect your skin from the sun\u2019s harmful rays with clothing built for exactly that. Featuring Columbia\u2019s own technologies, such as <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span>, items from the Performance Fishing Gear collection are ready to go with you on all your summer adventures.<\/p>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"content_anchors_list","anchors_section_title":"In this article, you will discover Columbia\u2019s PFG collection and Omni-shade technology:"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[stag_button url=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/shop?q=PFG\" style=\"black\" size=\"medium\" type=\"normal\" target=\"_blank\" icon=\"\" icon_order=\"before\"]Shop Columbia\u2019s PFG collection[\/stag_button]<\/p>"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Columbia PFG: a clothing collection for fishing and beyond","text_content":"<h2>Columbia PFG: a clothing collection for fishing and beyond<\/h2>\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-17037\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2023\/04\/T-Shirt_Columbia-Omni-Shade-x-PFG-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Columbia PFG T-Shirt\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/>\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG clothing is built for anglers<\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/shop?q=pfg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia\u2019s Performance Fishing Gear<\/a> collection was created with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/fishing\/fishing-clothing-boots\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">anglers<\/a> in mind. It features a number of characteristics specifically tailored to their needs: hood, safety pocket, ventilation... Great attention has been paid to detail.\r\n\r\nThe materials and technologies used in the Columbia PFG collection make it a sound choice for days on the water, especially when the sun is out. Most items in the collection feature Columbia\u2019s <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> technology for protection against the sun\u2019s harmful rays. Also featured are the <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Freeze\u2122\u00a0<\/span> technology, which provides a cooling sensation, and the <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Wick\u2122<\/span>, which makes for optimal moisture wicking to keep you dry.\r\n\r\nColumbia\u2019s UV protective clothing typically has a loose fit to provide better shielding from the sun\u2019s rays. It is tightly woven and sometimes ripstop to ensure durability and sturdiness. As for the fabrics, Columbia uses either polyester or nylon, which both have fast-drying properties. In short, it is the ultimate protection you need to stay on the water and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/fishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fish<\/a> for hours on end.\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG clothing for everyday life<\/h3>\r\nAlthough they are tailor-made for fishing, items from the Columbia Performance Fishing Gear line are, above all, made for sun protection.\r\n\r\nThese <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/women\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">women\u2019s<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/men\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">men\u2019s<\/a> UV-blocking clothing are in fact a perfect companion for all your outdoor activities: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/outdoor-gear\/hiking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hiking<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/outdoor-gear\/nautical-gear\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nautical sports<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/outdoor-gear\/nautical-gear\/kayaks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">kayak-camping<\/a>\u2026\r\n\r\nColumbia PFG shirts, footwear, t-shirts and other tops are just as fit for daily wear. With timeless, no-frills style, the collection is appreciated by anglers and (other) outdoor lovers alike!"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"Columbia\u2019s Omni-Shade\u2122 technology: how does it protect from the sun?","text_content":"<h2>Columbia\u2019s <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> technology: how does it protect from the sun?<\/h2>\r\nColumbia clothing with <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> technology protects anglers and outdoor enthusiasts from the sun\u2019s harmful rays - and all the better for it.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-17039 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Technology-Columbia-Omni-Shade-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Technology Omni Shade of Columbia\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG: UV-blocking clothing for men and women<\/h3>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia<\/a> developed the <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> technology with one specific goal: protecting skin from the sun. Two different \u201cversions\u201d were created from there:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Omni-Shade\u2122<\/li>\r\n \t<li><!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Omni-Shade(tm) Sun Deflector <\/span><!--EndFragment --><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Omni-Freeze\u2122<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> blocks UVA and UVB rays, eliminating the need to reach for additional protection like sunscreen. Shirts and other clothing with this technology help prevent sunburns and premature aging of the skin - perfect when fishing or playing outside on the sunniest days.\r\n\r\n<span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> Sun Deflector was created for \u201cextreme\u201d conditions, i.e. when there\u2019s a combination of heat, prolonged exposition and humidity. It provides optimal protection and keeps your skin safe from harmful rays.\r\n\r\nFrom a technical standpoint, the idea behind <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Omni-Shade(tm) Sun Deflector <\/span>is pretty straightforward: clothing is made with modified fibres and covered in a multitude of small white dots. These dots are what block harmful UVA and UVB rays. The deflection they cause lets you stay in the sun longer and shields your skin with a UV protection factor (UPF) of up to 50.\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG: avoid overheating<\/h3>\r\nTemperature regulation, even in the blazing sun, is another benefit of the UV-blocking properties of <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> clothing.\r\n\r\nColumbia PFG clothing keeps you cool on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/fishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fishing<\/a> days, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/outdoor-gear\/hiking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hiking<\/a> and backpacking expeditions, even more so when equipped with moisture- and sweat-wicking technologies <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Freeze\u2122\u00a0<\/span> or <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Wick\u2122<\/span>."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"A few star products from the Columbia PFG collection","text_content":"<h2>A few star products from the Columbia PFG collection<\/h2>\r\n<img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-17054\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Header_Columbia-Vetements-Omni-Shade-x-PFG_opiton2--1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Columbia PFG shirt\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/>\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG Tidal Deflector women\u2019s long- sleeve t-shirt<\/h3>\r\nThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia-pfg-tidal-deflector-women-s-long-sleeve-t-shirt-814193-s1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia PFG Tidal Deflector long-sleeve t-shirt<\/a> is the perfect UV protective garment for women who fish and have an active lifestyle in Canada or anywhere else. Its <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> Sun Deflector UPF 50 protection keeps you cool and shields your skin from harmful rays, while <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Wick\u2122<\/span> technology wicks sweat away to let you stay dry.\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG Terminal Tackle men\u2019s fishing shorts<\/h3>\r\nAnglers are sure to appreciate the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia-pfg-terminal-tackle-men-s-fishing-shorts-714134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Terminal Tackle fishing shorts<\/a> from Columbia\u2019s Performance Fishing Gear collection. It is a sleek and highly functional item, with a zip-up security pocket and a bottle opener so you can enjoy your favourite drink when fishing, even under a burning sun.\r\n\r\nMade with waterproof Omni-Shield\u2122 fabric, these Columbia PFG shorts provide <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> UPF 50 protection to keep your thighs safe from the sun\u2019s damaging rays.\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG straw hat<\/h3>\r\nFishing, treading sun-drenched trails or giving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/outdoor-gear\/nautical-gear\/stand-up-paddleboards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paddleboarding<\/a> a try; whatever you do, if it's sunny out, then covering your head is a must. For this, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia-pfg-men-s-straw-hat-1047494\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia PFG straw hat<\/a> is a safe bet. It has a wide shady brim and an adjustable chin guard to stay nicely in place even when the wind blows. Wear it on bright fishing days or any other activity beneath the summer sun.\r\n<h3>Columbia PFG Bonehead women\u2019s shoes<\/h3>\r\nIn addition to having a clean and stylish aesthetic, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia-pfg-bonehead-women-s-shoes-810407\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia PFG Bonehead shoes<\/a> are super versatile. They provide comfort and stability on fishing trips and daily outings alike, and they are treated against water and dirt to be extra resistant."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"The importance of using the right clothing to protect your skin from the sun","text_content":"<h2>The importance of using the right clothing to protect your skin from the sun<\/h2>\r\nIf you plan on staying out in the sun for a while, you will need sun protection clothing, and that does not only apply when you are on or near the water\u2026\r\n\r\nYou should protect your skin at all times - it is a matter of health. It is also what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/columbia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia\u2019s<\/a> UV protection PFG collection and <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> technology are all about.\r\n\r\nUVA and UVB rays can be very harmful to the skin, and that goes way beyond \u201cmere\u201d sunburns\u2026 They can indeed do long-term damage to epidermis cells. Over time, sun exposure may cause various detrimental effects like premature skin aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer.\r\n\r\nClothing with effective sun protection should be worn whenever there is prolonged exposure to the sun. This is one of the primary recommendations of the Skin Cancer Foundation, which incidentally gave its seal of approval to Columbia\u2019s <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> products.\r\n\r\nCover your arms with a long-sleeve t-shirt or shirt, even if the weather is hot. The same goes for legs (otherwise, don\u2019t skimp on sunscreen), whether you\u2019re hiking or on a fishing trip. Cover your head and the nape of your neck as well, ideally by wearing a large-brimmed hat."},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_content","content_anchor":false,"anchor_link_text":"","text_content":"Initially created with anglers in mind, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/en\/shop?q=pfg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Columbia\u2019s Performance Fishing Gear<\/a> collection is really for all outdoor enthusiasts. The brand\u2019s high-performance and functional shirts, shorts and footwear are fit to equip anyone who doesn\u2019t mind being exposed to the sun and heat. So grab your fishing rod, lug your paddleboard or put on your hiking shoes and head out to experience the great outdoors, no matter how hot the sun is!"},{"acf_fc_layout":"faq_zone","content_anchor":true,"anchor_link_text":"FAQ","faq_title":"FAQ","faq_text_content":"","post_faq":[{"post_faq_question":"Which fabrics block UV rays?","post_faq_response":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is certain clothing that can protect against UVA and UVB rays. Such is the case with items from the Columbia PFG <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> collection. The line was specially created to protect the skin of anglers and outdoor lovers, and it is packed with t-shirts, shirts, shorts and accessories for hot summer days.<\/span>","post_faq_is_response_open":true},{"post_faq_question":"What does Columbia PFG mean?","post_faq_response":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PFG stands for Performance Fishing Gear. It is a clothing collection Columbia created especially for fishing.<\/span>","post_faq_is_response_open":true},{"post_faq_question":"What is Omni-Shade\u2122 technology?","post_faq_response":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> is a technology developed by Columbia. A tightly woven fabric and modified fibres allow the brand to make clothing that blocks harmful UVA and UVB rays. With sun protection up to UPF 50, <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> and <span class=\"ui-provider dtn dto c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t dtp dtq w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Omni-Shade\u2122<\/span> Sun Deflector clothing is perfect for fishing and any outdoor activity.<\/span>","post_faq_is_response_open":true}]}],"author_type":"wordpress","partnership_options":{"partnership_label":"","partner_logo":null,"partner_link":"","partnership_text":""},"override_related_posts":false,"related_posts":null,"right_cta_visibility":false,"sidebar_cta_content_override":false,"sidebar_cta_title":"","sidebar_cta_description":"","sidebar_cta_button":null},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Columbia PFG: UV protective fishing clothing | SAIL Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover the Columbia PFG collection, designed for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts looking for clothing with serious sun protection.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sail.ca\/blog\/columbia-pfg-fishing-clothing\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Columbia PFG: clothing that shields against UVA and UVB rays\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Fishing under a high sun? 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