KÜHL sent our team the AIRSPEED shirt to review and I was immediately impressed.
![Pirate Blue](https://www.kuhl.com/media/versions/dynapages_images/pdp_spring_22/airspeed_ls_midnight_blue-min_pdp_photo.jpg)
Colorado summers where I live are warm and dry with temperatures fluctuating from early morning to evening. Higher in the mountains, you get a wider range and lower low points in the morning and evening.
I found this shirt to be the perfect outdoor companion for those types of days.
For our test, I took this on an overnight camping and hiking trip.
The AIRSPEED is a long-sleeve shirt, which provides ample, UPF 30+, coverage. It was warm enough for cool mornings hiking through the woods. As the day heated up, the cuffs roll up easily to attach to a button located mid-bicep.
It is constructed using three different fabric types:
- Fabric 1: 72% Nylon, 28% Polyester | 88 GSM
- Fabric 2: 85% Polyester, 15% Cotton | 160 GSM
- Fabric 3: (Mesh): 85% Polyester, 15% Cotton | 160 GSM
This combination of fabrics makes the AIRSPEED a breathable, high-performance shirt. The knit panels provide ventilation and stretch for easy movement. The sleeves are designed with five panels for freedom of motion; making it easy to set up the tent or cast a fishing line.
![Pirate Blue](https://www.kuhl.com/media/versions/pdp/7191_airspeed_ls_pirateblue_back_pdp_photo.jpg)
Throughout the testing period, I found this shirt to be extremely comfortable. While hiking with a backpack on, my back did get sticky. It’s worth noting that the fabric isn’t “moisture wicking,” but as KÜHL describes it: “moisture managing.”
But after my hike, as I rested at the camp site, the shirt dried out quickly.
Additional features on this shirt include:
- Zipper security pocket where I was easily able to stash my driver’s license and credit card
- Hidden, button-down collar
- Two button-down chest pockets for additional storage
- Sunglass cleaner inside bottom left placket
![Pirate Blue](https://www.kuhl.com/media/versions/pdp/7191_airspeed_ls_pirateblue_side_pdp_photo.jpg)
This is an extremely functional and durable shirt. Perfect companion for the outdoors. And it pairs really well with our recently reviewed KÜHL RENEGADE pant.
I am 5’11” and 185 pounds and wear a size large. Found that it fit true to size.
You can purchase this on their website or at your favorite outdoor store.