Rip curl
Dawn Patrol C/Zip 4/3 gb Wetsuit navy 2016

From the Classic range of wetsuits

For the surfer who wants a quality wetsuit from the leading brand, incorporating some high end features, at an economical price.

We're the surfers, we're the people using the product, and we know what we want - the ultimate wetsuit. From our pro team, to pattern-makers, technical division and design - discover the lengths we go to and the stringent processes involved in our research and development.

Fast Dry - Surf More...

Flash Lining is an exclusive weave technology with 2 engineered layers - the first layer is designed so water passess through it directly into the 2nd layer.

The 2nd layer then funnels the water rapidly out of the suit once its hung up. As well as rapid dry time Flash Lining is also one of the warmest, most comfortable linings out there.

The Ultimate in stretch

E4 has 30% More Stretch

Since the beginning, Rip Curl has been at the forefront of stretch and performance. E4 is our premium high stretch, lightweight neoprene. It is the lightest, most flexible and warmest neoprene ever; 30% more stretch, 20% lighter and 10% warmer than its predecessor - E3. Meaning you can move more freely and unrestricted than ever before and focus 100% on your surfing.

Zip-Free

Zip Free is a revolution in wetsuit design. The absence of zips allows the wearer to enjoy greater freedom and ultimate stretch with minimal fuss.

Featuring one-piece collar for the ultimate neck seal and Lock Slide Design - an adjustable shock cord closure system positioned over the shoulder that increases the barrier against cold water by preventing flushing. The Zip Free is our most high performance suit.

Between You And The Water

• E4 Taping

E4 tape is an extremely flexible tape reinforcing all seams to provide an additional barrier against cold water and at the same time adding to seam integrity. In conjunction with the Glued and Blind Stitched seam construction, E4 tape provides the ultimate seal between you and the water, keeping you warmer.

• Glued & Blindstiched

A triple application of glue to all seams, plus double blind stitching which sees the needle only penetrate halfway through the neoprene, means no holes for cold water to enter the suit, keeping you warmer. Glued & Blind Stitched construction provides high stretch, high strength, water sealed seams.

• Hydro Collar

The velcro Hydro-Loc Collar provides a fully adjustable seal on the neck of all of our Dawn Patrol suits, preventing cold water flushes to keep you warmer out in the lineup. Wear it loose on warm days and crank it up for cold or larger surf days.

Every Rip Curl Wetsuit

• S-Flex Kees

The S-Flex Knees on all of our Steamers are highly flexible and durable knee pads, offering protection to your knees and the suit in this high-use/high-stretch zone, while at the same time allowing you maximum movement.

• Stitchless Underarms

By utulising tried and tested fabric patterns developed over 35 years of market-leading wetsuit production, our singular paneled, Stitchless Underarms offer the wearer unrestricted flexibility and maximum movement whilst paddling and winding up to smack the lip.

• Stress Point Taped

The key stress points and junctions of every Rip Curl wetsuit are reinforced with Stress Point Tape, providing increased strength of seams, meaning you won’t have to hold back in anything you do in the water, because you know your suit can handle it.

World's Best Warranty Program

3 Years on stitching, 12 Months on materials

We stand behind the quality of workmanship. Our specialist team in the Service Centre turns around all repairs in 48 hours, and for any liquid tape repairs - 72 hours. That means you will be back in the water as soon as possible.