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Marmot Men's AirExchange UPF 50 Short-Sleeve Crew Shirt in Sumac

Name: Marmot Men's AirExchange UPF 50 Short-Sleeve Crew Shirt
Brand: Marmot
SKU: marmot-marmot-men-s-airexchange-upf-50-short-sleeve-crew-shirt-in-sumac-195115299798
Price: 24.74 USD

Button-Ups

$25

The verdict

A fair mid-tier pick for high-UPF sun coverage if you spend a lot of time outdoors.

Fit

Expect a relaxed, athletic cut built for movement and layering rather than a fitted look.

Quality

UPF 50 fabric is a step up in sun protection from the brand's UPF 40 shirts, consistent with its outdoor-technical reputation.

Is the price fair?

$55 is reasonable mid-tier pricing given the higher UPF rating, in line with similar technical shirts.

Best for

Anyone wanting maximum sun protection for outdoor activity over a standard cotton shirt.

Care

Machine wash cold and air dry to maintain the UPF rating over time.

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Fit check: Marmot

True to size

Owners report Marmot fits true to size overall, with the rain pants and some bottoms running slightly roomy.

On the core jackets, retailer fit data is one-sided: every Zappos sizing respondent for the PreCip rated it true to size, with owners noting room for a light layer underneath and some deliberately going up a size only to fit bulky mid-layers. Sizing-guide roundups agree that Marmot jackets typically run true to size and track other American outdoor brands. The soft spot is bottoms: CleverHiker's PreCip Eco rain pants review says the fit runs slightly big and suggests sizing down, and owner feedback on shorts and sweatpants echoes a somewhat generous cut. Cuts also skew trimmer on athletic-fit styles, so per-item reviews are worth a glance on slim-labeled pieces.

Sizing advice: Order your usual size in jackets and tops (go up one only if you layer heavily); consider sizing down in the rain pants and other roomy bottoms.

Per owner & reviewer reports: Marmot PreCip Jacket Reviews — Zappos · Do Marmot Jackets Run Small Or Big? — FabricFits · Marmot PreCip Eco Rain Pants Review — CleverHiker · Marmot PreCip Eco Rain Jacket Review — CleverHiker

What owners report about Marmot button-ups

Marmot's flannel button-ups get consistent praise for material feel and stitching: Zappos buyers call the Jasper flannel a "high quality flannel" with "great quality of material and craftsmanship," and say it "comes out of the dryer looking like brand new every time" wash after wash. A long-term wearer of the Ridgefield reported the construction "has held up remarkably well," crediting "durable flat-felled seams" that resist fraying. The recurring gripes are fit and breathability: one Jasper buyer said "Fit and Size ran tight and small," with a reviewer noting Indonesia-made units ran "much tighter" than expected before washing, and testers of the non-stretch flannel weaves warn the fabric "could become a victim of over-motion—potentially ripping on the shoulders" and "does not get an A+ for breathability" in warm weather.

Strengths: Owners consistently praise the flannel's substantial feel and durable stitching, saying it holds up well wash after wash without fading or losing shape.
Watch out for: Sizing runs inconsistent by style and manufacturing run, with some cuts fitting tight and the non-stretch weaves prone to breathability complaints and shoulder strain during high movement.
Sizing: Fit varies by specific style and production run - some flannels size tight (buyers flagged Indonesia-made pieces in particular), so checking the item's own reviews before ordering is worth it.

About Marmot's button-ups line as a whole. Sources: Marmot Bridget Flannel Review | Tested & Rated - GearLab · Marmot Jasper Midweight Flannel Long Sleeve Shirt Reviews | Zappos.com · Marmot Ridgefield Sherpa Flannel Shirt Jacket - Men's Review