Rip Curl Dawn Patrol buying guide
The Dawn Patrol is Rip Curl's most versatile everyday wetsuit — a high-performance suit at a price point that makes quality accessible for regular surfers. Rip Curl describes it as high performance, durable, and great value. It delivers on all three.
E6 neoprene and sealed seams
The Dawn Patrol uses E6 neoprene — Rip Curl's premium stretch neoprene that sits one step below E7. Still significantly more flexible and warmer than standard neoprene. Seams are glued and blind-stitched — sealed and waterproof.
Full range coverage
The Dawn Patrol covers more thicknesses and configurations than most Rip Curl models. 3/2mm fullsuit in back zip and chest zip. 4/3mm fullsuit in back zip and chest zip. 2mm back zip springsuit for warmer conditions. 1.5mm wetsuit jacket for early morning sessions and layering.
Dawn Patrol vs Omega
The Omega is Rip Curl's entry-level suit — E4 neoprene at the most accessible price. The Dawn Patrol is a step up in neoprene quality, seam construction, and overall performance. For surfers who surf regularly and want a suit that performs well for more than a season, the Dawn Patrol is the better investment.
Dawn Patrol vs Flash Bomb and E-Bomb
The Dawn Patrol is a solid everyday performance wetsuit. The Flash Bomb and E-Bomb use E7 neoprene (vs E6) and more advanced seam construction, at a higher price. For the committed surfer who wants the best, Flash Bomb or E-Bomb. For the regular surfer who wants quality at value, Dawn Patrol.
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