Columbia Men's Bahama II Long Sleeve Shirt

3.6 out of 5 stars 21 ratings
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Size Chart
US Standard
Brand SizeChest (in)Waist (in)
XS3529
S36 - 3730 - 31
M39 - 4133 - 35
L42.5 - 4436 - 38
XL46.5 - 4840 - 42
XXL50.5 - 5244 - 46
US Big
Brand SizeChest (in)Waist (in)
1X46 - 4939 - 42
2X50 - 5243 - 45
3X54 - 5647 - 49
4X58 - 6051 - 53
5X62 - 6455 - 57
6X66 - 6859 - 61
US Tall
Brand SizeChest (in)Waist (in)
LT42.5 - 4436 - 38
XLT46 - 4939 - 42
2XLT50 - 5243 - 45
3XLT54 - 5647 - 49
4XLT58 - 6051 - 53
5XLT62 - 6455 - 57

Product details

Fabric type
100% Nylon
Care instructions
Machine Wash
Origin
Imported
Closure type
Button

About this item

  • Rod holder on chest
  • Omni-Shade UPF 30 sun protection
  • Quick dry fabric
  • Vented in back, shoulders
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bahama II

Designed specifically for the needs of anglers, this lightweight, durable nylon shirt dries fast. With mesh-lined cape vents at the back shoulders to keep you cool and built-in UV protection, you’ll be ready for anything.

All The Coastal Feels

omni shade

Sun Protection

Enjoy the sun safely. Whether you plan on staying long hours on the water or just taking a stroll around town, the UPF 30 long sleeve shirt is built to keep you protected and comfortable throughout the day.

quick dry

Stay Dry & Comfortable

This shirt has been engineered for the active sports enthusiast or angler who desires a comfortable, lightweight, and quick-drying option. Its quick drying materials help to improve your comfort if you are exposed to rain, water splashing or sweat.

versatile

Adjust Your Look

This men's fishing shirt features buttons at the arms to convert long sleeves to short sleeves for hotter days.

omni shade

Omni-Shade | Sun Protection

Be safe and protected. Omni-Shade blocks UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburns and long-term skin damage. The tight weave construction with UV absorbent yarns block the full spectrum of harmful UV rays.

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Fit Type Description Body contouring fit conforms to movement. Body skimming fit with end-use mobility in mind. Universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion. Most generous fit for a full spectrum of movement.
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Neck 14-14.5" 15-15.5" 16-16.5" 17-17.5" 18-18.5" 19-19.5"
Chest 32-35" 35-38" 38-41" 42-45" 46-49" 50-53"
Sleeve Length 32" 33" 34" 35" 36" 37"
Waist 26-29" 29-32" 32-35" 36-39" 40-43" 44-47"
Hips 32-34" 35-37" 38-40" 41-43" 44-46" 48-50"

Product details

  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 3.8 x 3 inches; 9.59 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 101162
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 1, 2001
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Columbia
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0031RFWSE
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.6 out of 5 stars 21 ratings

Product Description

Designed specifically for the needs of anglers, this lightweight, durable nylon shirt dries fast, with mesh-lined cape vents at the back shoulder to keep you cool and built-in UV protection.

The hard-working Columbia Bahama II men's long-sleeve shirt keeps you comfortable long after you've brought in your limit. Designed specifically for the needs of anglers, the shirt is made of a lightweight, durable nylon fabric that dries fast should you get splashed. The mesh-lined cape vents at the back shoulder, meanwhile, enhance the airflow, helping keep you cool in the hottest conditions. Finally, the shirt offers built-in Omni-Shade UV protection that keeps the sun off your back until you're ready to come inside. Other features include two big chest pockets that offer plenty of room for small gear, button tabs for rolling up and securing the long sleeves, and your choice of several sizes and colors.



The Bahama II long-sleeve shirt includes mesh-lined cape vents at the shoulder to enhance the airflow. About Omni-Shade Technology
Columbia's Omni-Shade clothing protects you from damaging UV radiation by blocking the majority of the sun's harmful rays, letting you stay out longer on sunny days. Unlike SPF (Sun Protection Factor)--which is a measure of sunburn reduction from sunblock and protects you from UVA rays--Columbia's Omni-Shade products are far more versatile, combining a tight-weave construction, UV reflectors, and UV absorbing technology. These features not only prevent sunburns and long-term skin damage, but they also protect the wearer from UVB rays in addition to UVA rays. UVB rays are much more harmful than UVA, and are present even on cloudy days. Plus, Omni-Shade doesn't wear off. Instead, your safety increases as the Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) increases. Several layers of Omni-Shade protection are available: UPF 15, UPF 30, UPF 40, and UPF 50-plus. It's like sunscreen, but you don't have to reapply. All Omni-Shade fabric carries the Skin Cancer Foundation's Seal of Recommendation, which is given to sun-protective fabrics that have a minimum UPF of 30.

Specifications:

  • Construction: 100-percent nylon Backcountry cloth
  • Omni-Shade sun protection: UPF 30
  • Quick dry: Yes
  • Vented: Yes
  • Rod holder: Yes

    About Columbia Sportswear
    Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company has grown from a small family-owned hat distributor to one of the world's largest outerwear brands and the leading seller of skiwear in the United States. Columbia's extensive product line includes a wide variety of outerwear, sportswear, rugged footwear and accessories. Columbia specializes in developing innovative products that are functional yet stylish and offer great value. Eighty-year-old matriarch Gert Boyle, Chairman of the Board, and her son, Tim Boyle, President and CEO, lead the company.

    Columbia's history starts with Gert's parents, Paul and Marie Lamfrom, when they fled Germany in 1937. They bought a small hat distributorship in Portland, Oregon, and named it Columbia Hat Company, after the river bordering the city. Soon frustrated by poor deliveries from suppliers, the Lamfroms decided to start manufacturing products themselves. In 1948, Gert married college sweetheart Neal Boyle, who joined the family business and later took the helm of the growing company. When Neal suddenly died of a heart attack in 1970, Gert enlisted help from Tim, then a college senior. After that it wasn't long before business really started to take off. Columbia was one of the first companies to make jackets from waterproof/breathable fabric. They introduced the breakthrough technology called the Columbia Interchange System, in which a shell and liner combine for multiple wearing options. In the early 1980s, then 60 year-old Gert began her role as "Mother Boyle" in Columbia's successful and popular advertising campaign.

    The company went public in 1998 and moved into a new era as a world leader in the active outdoor apparel industry. Today, Columbia Sportswear employs more than 1,800 people around the world and distributes and sells products in more than 50 countries and to more than 12,000 retailers internationally.

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Customers find the shirt comfortable, particularly in moderate dry conditions, and appreciate its UV protection and four major placket pockets. The quality is good, with one customer noting it's durable. Several customers mention the shirt runs large in size.

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5 customers mention "Quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the shirt to be of good quality, with one customer noting its durability.

"...Product itself is great no complaints and high quality shirt." Read more

"...IMHO... If your looking for a durable yet breathable fishing shirt with optimum UV protection, I can't recommend the Columbia Bahama II Shirt enough!..." Read more

"Great shirt for warm, outdoor weather...." Read more

"Great shirt, lightweight, husband loves it. Wears UPF shirts always. This is a good one." Read more

3 customers mention "Comfort"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the shirt comfortable, particularly in moderate dry conditions, with one customer noting that the fabric feels light against the skin.

"...The Bonehead is more comfortable in hot humid conditions; the silky Bahama II is more comfortable in moderate dry conditons &#..." Read more

"...and in the most brutal heat I just unbutton the front and stay pretty comfortable. As many reviewers have said, it fits large...." Read more

"...Along with uv protection, the fabric is light on your skin even at 100 degrees in the sun...." Read more

3 customers mention "Pocket size"3 positive0 negative

Customers like the shirt's pocket size, with multiple reviews highlighting its four major placket pockets.

"...I like the pockets and the button flaps on the sleeves...." Read more

"...of both are very handy for cell phones, MP3 players, or small radios. For example Kaito KA200 Pocket AM/FM Radio, Black...." Read more

"...The back is vented and there are plenty of pockets for keeping things like cell phones or keys secure, especially in a boating environment...." Read more

3 customers mention "Uv protection"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the shirt's UV protection.

"...SIMILARITIES > The dense weave of both are very good at blocking the UV rays, but the Bahama II is better. &#..." Read more

"...your looking for a durable yet breathable fishing shirt with optimum UV protection, I can't recommend the Columbia Bahama II Shirt enough!..." Read more

"...This is one of the best shirts I have ever owned. Along with uv protection, the fabric is light on your skin even at 100 degrees in the sun...." Read more

4 customers mention "Size"0 positive4 negative

Customers report that the shirt runs large, with one mentioning that the shoulders are several inches too wide.

"Great shirt all around but the sizing is way off. Order a size down and you will be ok...." Read more

"...The shoulders are several inches too wide (as in the photos), but the shirt is apparently designed to fit this way. &#..." Read more

"...As many reviewers have said, it fits large. I'm XL and with the sleeves down have just a little extra overhang...." Read more

"Liked the shirt but it was a bit large. Most of my shirts are larges so I ordered a medium after reading the reviews...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • GK
    1.0 out of 5 stars When I ordered this shirt, it was described as ...
    Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2015
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    When I ordered this shirt, it was described as UPF 40, which is the reason I chose it over other options. It is actually 30, which has now been corrected on the description.
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  • Mona Lisa
    2.0 out of 5 stars Does not breathe, too hot
    Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2014
    I bought 4 of these types of shirts (Columbia, Field and Stream, UnderArmour, Simms) and excitedly took them on a hiking trip in the middle of summer. After 3 weeks, my observations and experiences:

    PROS:
    - Extremely comfortable, soft
    - Attractive, cool design
    - Can be used as a short or long sleeve
    - Wickes moisture away from skin
    - Sturdy, well made

    Cons:
    - Shirt does not breathe at all and the ventilation is superficial, as such it produces much higher amounts of perspiration than any other shirt worn in cross country hikes. While it will wicke away moisture, it essentially cause overproduction of it, thereby makes it a poor design. One would do much better with a cotton or more natural fabric, or with a combination of cotton and nylon.

    Purchase again:
    - No, took them back on my return. Not recommended at all.
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  • dragonfly
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good shirt
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2014
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    I bought three and am happy with the color selection. I am a landscape gardener in Missouri, so I am bit concerned how this shirt will fair in this summers humidity. I like the pockets and the button flaps on the sleeves. I took the advise and ordered a size down, the large fits nicely for a guy that usually wears an XL. I do think the price range should be mid thirties not over forty.

    May 7th, 2014

    Well, it got into the low nineties yesterday while at work and the mesh across my upper back began to irritate my skin. I don't know if it was because I was sweating and it was chaffing or a heat rash. Regardless, this has never happened in that area of my body, so it has to be the shirt. I did wear a cotton button up shirt to work today and didn't have the same issue. This concerns me....
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  • bob
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sizing is off
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2016
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    Great shirt all around but the sizing is way off. Order a size down and you will be ok. I'm six foot and 165 pounds and wear a small in this shirt, that's not normal. Order a size down from what you normally wear and you'll be fine.

    Product itself is great no complaints and high quality shirt.
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  • Stoney
    5.0 out of 5 stars > DOES THE JOB
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2014
    Verified Purchase
    COMPARED TO BONEHEAD SHIRT (I purchased and wear both)
    > The Bonehead Shirt from the same manufacture is VERY similar, almost identical except for the fabric. Columbia Men's Bonehead Long Sleeve Shirt.

    SIMILARITIES
    > The dense weave of both are very good at blocking the UV rays, but the Bahama II is better.
    > The ventilation flap in back of both helps to keep you cool in the sun.
    > Both have 4 major placket pockets, albeit in a slightly different arrangement. Both arrangements have shortcomings.
    >> The deep closable placket pockets are very handy.
    >> The smaller pockets (in front of the big pockets) of both are very handy for cell phones, MP3 players, or small radios. For example Kaito KA200 Pocket AM/FM Radio, Black. Especially around water, you want your wallet and electronics to be as high as possible---not in vulnerable pants pockets.
    > Both have skinny "button down" collars, except that the Bonehead uses velcro patches rather than buttons.
    > Both have special straps to hold the sleeves rolled up, when desired.
    > Both have other loops from which you can hang things (e.g., using small carabineers), which are very handy for many purposes.

    DIFFERENCES
    The Bahama II is all nylon; the Bonehead is all cotton, as a result:
    > The Bonehead wicks moisture well; the Bahama II, not so much. So:
    > The Bonehead is more comfortable in hot humid conditions; the silky Bahama II is more comfortable in moderate dry conditons
    > The Bahama II dries quicker
    > The Bahama II offers the maximum UV protection

    MY RECOMMENDATION
    > For all day, every day, in full bright sunlight, particularly in the tropics or high altitude, or for individuals who are unusually sensitive to UV, I'd recommend the Bahama II.
    > For up to 6 hours or so once or twice a week in full bright sunlight, or longer in weaker or broken sunlight, I prefer the Bonehead.

    USES
    > Both are designed as fishing shirts, and are no doubt "fashionable" and functional for the purpose.
    > Popular with the "boating class"---I saw many on Barbados, St. Kitts, and at the exclusive Friday Harbor resort on San Juan Island in Washington State this summer (and no, I'm not "boating class"---those were business trips).
    > I use the shirts for doing yardwork and outdoor photography (for both purposes the multiple big pockets and loops to hang stuff from come in handy)
    > I would never wear one to a party because the intended fit is unflattering, and the shirts wrinkle easily. But I've seen them at some fashionable parties where they are apparently worn to make a "class" statement.
    > The Bahama II might get uncomfortable for activities such as hiking, yardwork, or playing tennis, in which case the Bonehead is recommended.
    > The Bahama II is more comfortable for "sitting around" in the sun, such as fishing, lounging around the pool, watching a kid's baseball game, etc., especially in low humidity.

    TAYLORING
    The shirts are tailored for men with relatively broad shoulders. Since they are meant to be worn outside pants, they are looser in the chest and waist than corresponding dress shirts.

    SIZE
    > I normally wear a men's medium (a little snug) to men's large (a little loose). The "men's large" fits me exactly like the model in the photos. The chest and waist are loose, which is good for a casual shirt which is not meant to be tucked into pants. The sleeves are a little long (by dress shirt standards), but again, that is good for a casual shirt. The shoulders are several inches too wide (as in the photos), but the shirt is apparently designed to fit this way.
    > CONCLUSION: Order according to your customary size (not the size chart, which is very misleading), with the caveat that the shirts are intended to fit very loosely. If if you can't decide which size to order, err on the small side. Amazon accepts returns, and you don't have to pay for return postage.

    PRICE
    Check out the prices of different colors. On Amazon, some colors are half-the-price of other colors. Get two shirts for the price of one (if you aren't too picky about the colors). Since the fit is an issue for many purchasers, Amazon gets a lot of returns---which are bargains as "Amazon Warehouse Deals" (I got one for $14)---the links are variously listed on the page as "new and used" or "other options" etc. if any are available.

    PROTECTION AGAINST SCRATCHES AND SCRAPES
    > On one hand, the thin fabric (especially of the Bahama II) is easily pierced by small needle-like thorns (e.g., many cactus thorns), and provides little cushioning against scrapes. On the other hand, the dense weave prevents penetration by blunt objects, such as broken ends of branches, and branches slide off the "slick" fabric of the Bahama II rather than jab or scrape. So, the shirt is pretty good for light yard work. With a heavy long-sleeve tee-shirt (or sweatshirt) underneath, you have excellent protection from all kinds of scrapes and scratches. The shirts probably resist deep penetration by fish hooks.
    > The smooth almost-slippery fabric of the Bahama II does not readily hold dry particulate "dirt", such as soil or leaf fragments often encountered in gardening.
    > The Bonehead has characteristics of an ordinary cotton shirt, but tougher.

    SUGGESTION
    If the temperature is moderate, a light cotton tee-shirt can improve comfort, and (with a tee-shirt) you can wear the shirt like a jacket, unbuttoned.

    > Click on “Stoney” just below the product title to see my other reviews, or leave a comment to ask a question.
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  • Kenneth E. Martin
    1.0 out of 5 stars Poor fit, poor quality
    Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2015
    Poor fit, poor quality, and very poor service. "Justin" in "customer service" told me that the poor fit issues are "just how it is". He accepted the poor quality and acted like it was my fault for not having "ape-arms".
    I USED TO love Columbia PFG products, but I will never buy again!

    Oh, and their Website would not allow me to post a derogatory comment.. Funny how that goes.
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  • Eric A. Burgess
    2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2015
    I am very disappointed in the quality of the shirt. It is different than in the picture as well.
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  • MomX3
    3.0 out of 5 stars Huge Sizes!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2014
    Great shirt, but the shirt is oversized. I am going to reorder two sizes down. The colors are more electric than the photos but they are still pleasant.
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