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A review of the best Columbia fishing shirts for hiking and fishing.

Section Hiker: Columbia Fishing Shirts for Hiking and Backpacking

Columbia Fishing Shirts for Hiking and Backpacking

Columbia fishing shirts, such as the popular PFG (Performance Fishing Gear) Bahama II line, which I’m wearing above, have a strong following among hikers, not just anglers. Their lightweight, technical fabrics and practical features make them a smart alternative to traditional hiking shirts, especially in hot, sunny, or buggy environments. Relatively inexpensive, they last a long time, and for added insect protection, you can send them to InsectShield to be treated with Permethrin in a process that lasts for 70 washings.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Philip Werner.

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Philip Werner

Philip Werner is a full-time outdoor author and backpacker who resides in New England.

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