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I’ve been wearing cotton shirts forever.  I’d wear them daily.  I’d wear them when I was out mowing.  I was always extremely hot when I finished.  My cotton tee would always be soaked in the summertime.  Then, mine eyes had seen the glory of dry-fit clothing! Too dramatic? It’s true, though.

What makes dri-fit so much better than cotton? Cotton soaks in the heat.  Dry-fit is a material created by Nike for fitness apparel, consisting of a microfiber and polyester fabric engineered to wick away sweat from the body.  Nike makes shirts, shorts, pants, socks, and many other accessories and apparel items out of dri-fit. 

I used to always dread activities such as mowing the yard.  I think part of that was that I was wearing cotton shirts.  No, seriously.  If you must be out in the heat, wouldn’t you rather be wearing something that will keep you as cool as possible? I honestly think that was a huge part of my problem.  Cotton is a heavier fabric.  It’s that simple.

I had no idea about dri-fit. As usual, my sister and brother-in-law got me hip to it.  The difference is immeasurable.  My first dri-fit shirt felt weird when I first put it on.  That was simply because I wasn’t used to it.  Now it’s all I wear when I mow.  Every now and then I’ll have a cotton shirt on and a “surprise mow” takes place.  I can tell the difference between fabric. My back sticks to the lawnmower seat in cotton. 

I have a few Old Navy Active shirts.  While they are similar, I prefer Nike’s version.  The last time I bought a couple, they were on sale.  When not on sale, they aren’t cheap, so be selective.  Don’t get a bunch unless you find a $8 or $10 Old Navy/Wal-Mart sale.  When I last found a sale, I think I bought a week’s worth. 

If you’re looking for something cooler to wear to help beat this summer heat, I suggest dry-fit shirts.  They’re very comfortable.  I think you’ll be happy with your purchase.  I feel like this has been a testimonial.