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Moisture-Wicking Active Polo Shirts

Find moisture-wicking active polo shirts that help move moisture away from your skin while keeping your look classic. Browse the selection and compare individual fit and sizing details to choose a polo that suits your style and preferences.

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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve
A blue long-sleeve polo shirt in lightweight cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
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$59.95 $44.99
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$59.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Polo, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Polo, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A red striped men's short-sleeve polo in quick-drying Pima cotton blend with stretch and UPF 30.
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$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Ultralight Adventure Polo, Long-Sleeve
A brown long-sleeve performance polo in lightweight, moisture-wicking, quick-drying polyester with stretch and a two-snap placket.
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$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted, Stripe
A lightweight blue striped polo shirt in a Pima cotton-polyester blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
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$64.95 $40.99
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$64.95 $40.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Polo, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Pima Polo, Short-Sleeve
A purple short-sleeve polo in lightweight Pima cotton-modal jersey with stretch, moisture-wicking quick-dry fabric and UPF30.
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$64.95 $44.99
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$64.95 $44.99
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Women's Access Trail Polo, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Women's Access Trail Polo, Short-Sleeve
A black short-sleeve performance polo in moisture-wicking recycled polyester blend with UPF 50+ protection.
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$44.95 $29.99
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$44.95 $29.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve Stripe
A breathable striped polo in a stretchy polyester blend with UPF 50+ and moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance.
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$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Polo, Short-Sleeve, Slightly Fitted
A blue short-sleeve polo shirt in a lightweight cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
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$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Women's Access Polo, Short-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's Access Polo, Short-Sleeve Print
A black short-sleeve performance polo in recycled polyester blend with moisture-wicking, UPF 50+, and quick-drying fabric.
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$49.95 $29.99
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$49.95 $29.99
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Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Everyday SunSmart® Polo 2.0, Short-Sleeve
A green polyester-blend polo with moisture-wicking, quick-drying stretch fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$54.95 $34.99
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$54.95 $34.99
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Men's Mountainside Micro Waffle Polo, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Mountainside Micro Waffle Polo, Long-Sleeve
A red long-sleeve polo shirt in durable waffle-knit recycled-polyester blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance.
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$79.95 $67.99
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$79.95 $67.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Stripe
A lightweight pink striped performance polo with moisture-wicking, quick-dry fabric, UPF 50+ protection and comfortable stretch.
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$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo, Print
A red striped kids’ polo in polyester blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry comfort.
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$36.95 $17.99
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$36.95 $17.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve
A green short-sleeve shirt in lightweight stretch cotton blend with moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance fabric.
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$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
L.L.Bean Kids' Everyday SunSmart® Polo
A purple kids' polo in a soft polyester blend with UPF 50+, moisture-wicking, quick-drying stretch fabric.
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$36.95 $24.99
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$36.95 $24.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Party Polo, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
A colorful men's polo shirt with moisture-wicking, quick-drying stretch fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$59.95 $49.99
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$59.95 $49.99
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Men's Multisport Lifestyle Henley, Long-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Multisport Lifestyle Henley, Long-Sleeve
A black long-sleeve henley in recycled polyester-cotton blend with quick-drying, moisture-wicking performance fabric.
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$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Print
A blue men's long-sleeve performance shirt in stretch cotton blend that wicks moisture and dries fast.
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$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Men's VentureTek Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's VentureTek Seersucker Shirt, Short-Sleeve
A blue polyester seersucker shirt with quick-drying, moisture-wicking comfort, snap front and two chest pockets.
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$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Long-Sleeve, Plaid
A blue plaid cotton-blend shirt with stretch fabric that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
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$74.95 $49.99
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$74.95 $49.99
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Men's Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
L.L.Bean Men's Multisport Lifestyle Tee, Short-Sleeve
A blue short-sleeve performance T-shirt in recycled polyester-cotton blend with quick-drying, moisture-wicking comfort.
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$39.95 $29.99
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$39.95 $29.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Print
A blue printed short-sleeve shirt in lightweight cotton-blend stretch fabric that wicks moisture and dries quickly.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Button-Front Knit Shirt
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Button-Front Knit Shirt
A lightweight blue knit shirt in a moisture-wicking Pima cotton-polyester blend with button-down collar.
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$89.95 $74.99
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$89.95 $74.99
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Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
L.L.Bean Men's Comfort Stretch Performance® Shirt, Slightly Fitted, Short-Sleeve, Plaid
A blue plaid short-sleeve shirt in quick-drying, moisture-wicking stretch cotton-blend fabric with hidden collar buttons.
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$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Moisture-Wicking Active Polo Shirts

Moisture-wicking active polo shirts bring a familiar collared style to clothing for active days. Moisture-wicking describes a fabric’s ability to move moisture away from the skin, rather than leaving it concentrated where it first meets the shirt. That characteristic is the defining consideration in this collection, alongside the recognizable look of a polo: a collar, a short opening at the neckline, and a shape that offers an alternative to a basic T-shirt. For someone who likes an active shirt with a little more structure in its appearance, that combination provides a useful starting point. The collar frames the face, while the buttoned neckline lets the wearer adjust how open or closed the shirt looks. Small differences in those details can make two polos feel quite different in a wardrobe, even when both have moisture-wicking properties. A neatly proportioned collar creates a quieter look; contrasting buttons or a more noticeable placket can give the same general silhouette a different character. Color matters in much the same way. A shade that works with several favorite bottoms may become an easy repeat choice, while a color outside the usual rotation can add variety without requiring an entirely different style of shirt. Browsing Moisture Wicking Polos offers another way to explore this combination of a familiar silhouette and a clearly named fabric attribute. Across these shirts, the most meaningful comparison is not simply whether a polo looks sporty in a photograph. It is how the stated moisture-wicking feature, proportions, neckline, and overall appearance fit the wearer’s preferences. Someone drawn to understated clothing may favor a simple, consistent look, while another person may enjoy a more distinctive collar or pattern. Neither approach needs to be complicated. The appeal of an active polo is that its recognizable design leaves room for personal style without making the whole outfit feel unfamiliar.

Fit deserves as much attention as the moisture-wicking description because a familiar shirt shape can sit differently from one design to another. Shoulder width, room through the chest, sleeve proportions, and body length all contribute to the result. A polo that looks right while standing still may feel different when the wearer reaches forward, raises an arm, or takes a seat. Those ordinary movements make useful reference points when considering an active shirt, without relying on a fit label alone. For someone who prefers a closer silhouette, the important distinction is between a shirt that follows the body and one that pulls across it. For someone who likes more room, the goal may be an easy outline without excess fabric gathering at the waist. A favorite polo already in the closet can provide a practical comparison: its measurements are often more helpful than remembering a size from an unrelated shirt. The hem also influences the finished look. Wearing a polo untucked makes its length especially noticeable, while tucking it in puts more attention on how the body sits above the waistband. Sleeve length and opening deserve a similar look, particularly for anyone with a strong preference about where a sleeve ends on the upper arm. Materials are another part of the comparison, but the moisture-wicking description alone does not identify a shirt’s full fabric composition. The individual fabric details provide that information and help shoppers distinguish between otherwise similar styles. Close-up images may also reveal differences in surface texture that are less obvious in a full-length photograph. Some people enjoy a visibly textured appearance; others prefer a more uniform-looking surface. Considering those details together keeps the choice grounded in the actual shirt rather than assumptions about all active polos. The result is a more personal selection, shaped by how someone likes clothing to look and fit as well as the moisture-wicking attribute named in the collection.

Care and durability are part of choosing a polo thoughtfully, especially when it is likely to become a frequently worn favorite. The care label is the right reference for washing, drying, and any finishing instructions, since a shared moisture-wicking description does not mean every shirt requires identical treatment. Checking those directions before choosing a shirt helps match it to the wearer’s normal laundry routine. A person who prefers a straightforward approach to clothing care will want to compare the stated instructions rather than assume that every active polo can be treated the same way. Long-term satisfaction also depends on details beyond the initial impression. The way a collar sits, the finish around the opening, the attachment of buttons, and the appearance of seams are all worth examining when assessing the shirt in hand. No single collection term establishes how a particular shirt will look after repeated wear, so individual construction and care information remain important. The same thoughtful approach applies when choosing a moisture-wicking active polo as a gift. It can be a considerate option for someone who already likes collared active shirts, particularly when the giver knows the recipient’s usual fit and preferred colors. A partner’s favorite shirt, a parent’s familiar wardrobe palette, or a friend’s preference for an untucked hem can offer more useful clues than guessing at a completely new look. Matching an established preference still leaves room for a fresh color or a subtle difference in design. For personal shopping, the most satisfying choice often follows a similar pattern: start with what already feels like an authentic part of the wardrobe, then compare the details that matter most. That might mean giving priority to body length, choosing a neckline with the desired proportions, or checking fabric and care information before deciding between similar looks. Moisture-wicking active polo shirts offer a focused place to make those comparisons, bringing together an active clothing attribute and a classic style that leaves the final expression up to the wearer.
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