Marmot Women's Oasis Cargo Skort

The endearing Oasis Cargo Skort infuses uphill trudging with incredible performance and style. Lightweight stretch nylon fabric is comfortable and abrasion-resistant with 40 UPF protection and a DWR finish to shed moisture on the trail. Contoured waistband and improved interior knit short are ultra-comfy, even during long mileage.

FEATURES

• Blue sign approved fabric
• Lightweight, comfortable, stretch performance woven fabric
• Ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) 40
• Abrasion resistant nylon fabric
• Quick-drying and wicking
• Stretch for increased mobility and comfort
• Contoured waistband for added shape
• Interior knit short with added flat locked seam for comfort
• DriClime® interior waistband for added comfort
• Side cargo pockets with snap closure
• Skirt outseam 18" and interior knit short 4" inseam

SPECS

• Center Back Length: 11.4cm
• Overall Weight: 266.5 g
• Main Material: 94% Nylon 6% Elastane 4.8oz/yd

TECHNOLOGY

UPF 30
Clothing can protect you from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. It all depends on the fiber content, weave, weight of fabric and color.

So what’s the difference between UPF and SPF?

SPF stands for the Sun Protection Factor, most commonly associated with sunscreen. This measures the amount of time it takes for skin to burn.

UPF on the other hand stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor, which is a measure of the amount of UV radiation that penetrates a fabric and reaches your skin. For example, a fabric rated with a UPF of 30 will allow only 1/30th of the sun’s UV rays to pass through. So the fabric would greatly reduce your exposure to UV rays, (where it covers your body)!

Dark colors and tight weaves will have higher UPF ratings. As well, nylons and polyesters are better than plain cotton because they reflect radiation.