Kuhl Summer 2016 Apparel

Price: $85CAN / $70US
Sizes: 30, 31, 32, 33 ,34, 35, 36, 38, 40, 42
Inseam: 8” or 10”
Colours: Gun Metal, Light Khaki, Raven, Saw Dust, Deep River Blue, Camel

The Kuhl Kontra Air Shorts are designed for hot, humid climates. Their KONTRA cotton/nylon fabric blend is a lighter weight version of Kuhl’s quick drying ÜBERKÜHL fabric. The built-in Kühlair vent system is made up of a series of mesh pockets on the front, side and back of the shorts. These mesh pockets, in combination with the quick drying nature of the fabric blend, make them ideal for a quick swim to cool down. The shorts also feature a patented airflow crotch gusset to help circulate air and keep you cool and dry where it matters most. A total of nine pockets provide you with a place to carry everything, including two thigh pockets designed specifically to keep your electronic devices secure.

KONTRA - 65% Cotton, 35% Nylon

- Super lightweight fabric
- KÜHL air™ vent system keeps skin cool
- Front, back and side pockets are vented
- Patented airflow crotch gusset
- Reinforced Grosgrain ribbon for added durability
- 9 total pockets: 2 front hand, 2 back, 2 zippered side, 1 welted drop-in, 1 3D cell phone, 1 coin

Knit: 88% Nylon, 12% Spandex (main body)
Woven: 68% Cotton, 29% Nylon, 3% Spandex

- Comfort of a knit fabric with the technical performance and style of woven shorts
- Knit fabric panels for flexibility and comfort found in the gusseted knit crotch, rear and front pockets
- Inseam length: 10.5"

Price: $85CAN / $70US
Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Colours: Sunset Orange, Desert Sage, Lake Blue, Lizard, Rio Red

the Kuhl Brisk Shirt has a soft natural feel to it. The fabric is predominantly cotton with a little linen thrown into the blend. The cotton breathes, allowing you to stay cool in hot climates, while the linen fabric keeps you feeling fresh. Some moisture wicking is provided by the fabric blend as it dries quickly when wet. Two button-down chest pockets along with a hidden interior pocket provide ample space to carry several small items like money or lip balm. Under the left placket (that’s the part of the shirt at the hem that you might tuck in) is a soft cloth for cleaning your sunglass. Always handy and hidden from view.

96% Cotton, 4% Linen

- Inside security pocket
- 2 button-down chest pockets
- Stealth button collar
- Built-in custom sunglasses cleaner inside bottom left placket
- UPF 15

Price: $70CAN / $69US
Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Colours: Shadow Blue, Citrus Green, Deep Sea, Chilli Pepper, Kosmic Blue

The ELÜXUR LITE fabric found on the Kuhl Response Shirt is woven from 100% polyester microfiber, and an IONIK treatment is applied to resist odours. Since it’s wrinkle resistant, moisture wicking and quick drying, it’s ideally suited for multiple days of wear while travelling. Built-in mechanical stretch allows for freedom of movement and recovery, making this a comfortable button-down shirt to wear for any activity. The easy care, wash and wear appeal of the Response Shirt will likely make it one of your favourites.

ELUXUR - 100% Polyester with IONIK finish

- Quick dry, wicking and wrinkle resistant
- 2 chest pockets with button closure
- Inside security pocket
- KÜHL signature metal buttons
- UPF 30

Kuhl apparel has always adhered to the rule of form follows function. Their clothing pushes the boundaries with not only innovative fabrics but also design, construction and features. The Kuhl Kontra Air Shorts, Radikl Shorts, Brisk Shirt and Response Shirt illustrate this point well. 

Based on the success of their Radikle pants, Kuhl has taken the same innovative exoskeleton design and applied it to the Radikl shorts. While not as light and breathable as the Kontra Air Shorts, the Radikls provide more stretch and give where you need it most. While the Radikle shorts are super comfortable and some what breathable, if your adventures take you somewhere hot and muggy then the Kontra Air Shorts are what you’ll need. The KONTRA fabric’s 65% Cotton / 35% Nylon blend is super light and the nine vented pockets and airflow crotch keep you as cool as you can be with clothes on. With both the Kontra Air and Radikle shorts, Kulh has integrated their stealth cell phone pocket. Once you use this pocket you won’t want to wear shorts or pants without one.

The Kuhl Response Shirt pairs nicely with the Kontra Air shorts given its wicking capabilities and anti-stink IONIK finish. The wrinkle fee nature of this 100% polyester shirt allows you to wear it right out of your pack no matter how badly you crammed it in there. While the Kuhl Brisk shirt wrinkles more than the Response shirt, it does offer up a security pocket for your valuables while travelling. Although this pocket is small in size and offers no zip or snap to close it securely, it will accommodate some cash or plane tickets that you would prefer to keep hidden from view. The Brisk shirt also has an integrated sunglasses wipe which has to be one of my favourite features; I never carry a specific cloth for this and end up just using my shirt to clean my glasses, which is never ideal for expensive sunnies. On the down side, Kuhl’s Brisk shirt does have really tight sleeves, so if you are a muscly guy then you’ll have to give this one a pass.

Kuhl continues to impress with each of the following items, and I wholeheartedly recommend these shorts and shirts for an upcoming adventure or simply as some stylish, comfortable and functional clothing for hitting the trails or the patio.