De Soto Skin Cooler Half Zip Tri Top

Founded in 1990, De Soto Sport has established itself as one of the most visible brands of apparel at any triathlon around the world. The San Diego-based company, founded by former pro triathlete Emilio De Soto II, leverages experience dating back to 1980 in international triathlon and endurance sports competition into every product it creates.

More than 98% of all De Soto products are made here in the USA. In 2017, De Soto, in keeping innovation at the forefront, introduced its series of trisuits with a "fli" for men, in their "Flisuit," and a "Sneak-a-Poo" Femme trisuit. Both were well received and continue to be the only bathroom-friendly trisuits on the market.

De Soto makes innovative technical garments for men and women designed with comfort and style, most of which can be used for swimming, biking, and running, eliminating the need to change. The products feature the Skin Cooler 90 fabric, which blocks 90% of UVB rays and provides a cooling sensation when wet. The 12-inch YKK zipper with SDS collar neckline offers easy ventilation and comfort.

The 2-side Waterlid pockets reduce drag for swims without a wetsuit and improve aerodynamics on the bike. The deep cut armholes and offset seams prevent skin chafing against the fabric. The pieces are cut long for longer torsos and for those who want complete coverage of the midsection, both front and back. The reflective logos enhance low-light visibility.

The Skin Cooler fiber is designed to feel and perform like silk, keeping the wearer cool in hot weather and even cooler when wet. The fabric is developed using biomimicry, creating a synthetic silk that will never wash out and provides UVB 90 sun protection. The lightweight, moisture-wicking, and breathable properties of the "Natural Synthetics" ensure the garments will perform as described for the entire life of the product.

The Skin Cooler Octovent SDS fabric, with its small octagonal patterns, offers even more cooling in the front of the garment, while being 40% lighter in weight. The combination of these fabrics in the Skin Cooler line of tops provides superior sun protection and cooling performance.

The De Soto size chart ensures an accurate fit, as the triathlon apparel is meant to fit next-to-skin to eliminate unnecessary drag and potential chafing. The garments will fit the tightest the first time they are worn, but will relax slightly once wet, without shrinking or pilling.

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