Rip Curl wetsuits buying guide
Rip Curl was founded in 1969 in Torquay, Australia and has been building performance wetsuits ever since. Every Rip Curl wetsuit uses their proprietary E-series neoprene — lighter, warmer, and more flexible than standard neoprene. Rip Curl backs their wetsuits with a 3-year warranty on stitching and 12 months on materials when purchased from an authorised retailer like Rider Shack.
Rip Curl neoprene — E6 and E7 explained
E6 — Rip Curl's premium high-stretch performance neoprene. Lightweight and flexible with excellent thermal properties.
E7 — E6 with an additional 20% more stretch, lighter weight, and improved warmth. The most advanced neoprene in the Rip Curl lineup. Used in the Flash Bomb, Fusion, and E-Bomb.
Flash Lining — exclusive to Rip Curl. A lining technology that dramatically improves drying speed. Used in the Flash Bomb range to achieve dry time of 30 minutes or less.
Rip Curl model lineup
Flash Bomb — the world's fastest-drying wetsuit. E7 and E6 Flash Lining neoprene. Chest zip and zip-free. Best for surfers who surf multiple sessions per day or want the fastest-drying suit available.
Flash Bomb Fusion — Flash Bomb upgraded with Fusion Dry Seam Technology. 96% stitch-free construction using a bonding technique that permanently eliminates seam leakage. Zip-free entry.
E-Bomb — Rip Curl's ultimate super-stretch wetsuit. E7 neoprene throughout with 100% internally taped seams. Available in 3/2mm and 4/3mm with zip-free, chest zip, and back zip entry including a 4/3mm hooded version.
Dawn Patrol — high-performance everyday wetsuit. E6 neoprene with sealed seams. Back zip and chest zip in 3/2mm and 4/3mm. Also available as a springsuit and wetsuit jacket. A strong all-rounder.
Omega — Rip Curl's entry-level wetsuit. A properly built, reliable suit at the most accessible price. Back zip in 3/2mm and 4/3mm for men, women, and kids.
G-Bomb — women's springsuit range. Bikini-cut and high-cut options for warm-water sessions.
Model comparison
Ultimate performance and fastest drying: Flash Bomb Fusion → Flash Bomb → E-Bomb.
High performance at accessible price: Dawn Patrol.
Entry level: Omega.
Sizing
See our Rip Curl wetsuit size chart for men's, women's, and kids' measurements. Rip Curl offers ST, MT, and LT tall sizes for surfers who run long through the torso or legs.
