Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 1.5mm Long Sleeve Wetsuit Jacket
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Built for the First Wave of the Day
The Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 1.5mm Long Sleeve Wetsuit Jacket is the go-to thermal layer for warm-water surfers who want core and arm coverage without the bulk of a full suit. At 1.5mm, it adds just enough neoprene warmth to take the edge off cool mornings, wind chill, and the surface spray that bites hardest at first light. It paddles freely, layers over boardshorts, and packs into a bag without a fight.
Rip Curl built the Dawn Patrol line around the idea that getting in the water before the crowd should never be a gear problem. This jacket carries that brief straight to its construction: a clean mock-neck collar seals out wind, flat-stitched seams sit flush against the skin to eliminate chafe through thousands of paddle strokes, and the neoprene profile stays trim enough that it reads like a second skin rather than a wetsuit top.
Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Construction
The jacket is cut from 1.5mm neoprene across the body and sleeves, which makes it the right tool for water temperatures in the mid-60s Fahrenheit and above, or for use as a thermal underlayer when conditions call for it. The long-sleeve cut gives full arm coverage to help retain warmth through extended paddle-outs and to provide a measure of UV protection when the sun climbs.
The mock-neck collar profile visible on the jacket sits high enough to block wind and splash without restricting head rotation. Rip Curl's wave logo badge is positioned at the chest and a Dawn Patrol script mark sits at the left cuff, keeping the aesthetic clean and recognizable without adding weight or material bulk.
Wetsuit Jacket vs. Full Suit: When to Reach for the Jacket
A 1.5mm wetsuit jacket pairs naturally with warm-water surf sessions where a full suit would be too restrictive or too warm. It works as a standalone top over boardshorts when the air temperature drops below water temperature, as a thermal mid-layer under a lightweight full suit in cooler water, and as a rash and wind guard that doubles as mild insulation on SUP, snorkel, or freedive outings. For South Florida surfers, it covers the range from late autumn morning sessions through early spring, and handles the rare cold front that makes an otherwise warm Atlantic feel sharp.
Rip Curl: The Search, the Standard
Rip Curl has been manufacturing wetsuits since the brand's founding in Torquay, Australia, and the Dawn Patrol name has become shorthand for approachable, reliable surf gear built around the committed surfer's routine. From entry-level separates to competition-grade full suits, every product in the line is designed to remove one more reason not to paddle out. The Dawn Patrol wetsuit jacket is that philosophy applied to its simplest, most useful form.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Rip Curl
- Line
- Dawn Patrol
- Thickness
- 1.5mm
- Gender
- Mens
- Neckline
- Mock neck
- MPN
- itemMatrix-42840
Frequently Asked Questions
- What water temperature is the Dawn Patrol 1.5mm jacket designed for?
- A 1.5mm wetsuit jacket is suited for warm water, typically mid-60s Fahrenheit and above. It works well as a standalone top in warm conditions or as a layering piece under a thicker suit in cooler water.
- Can I wear the Rip Curl Dawn Patrol jacket over boardshorts?
- Yes. The jacket is designed as a standalone upper-body layer worn over boardshorts, and it also functions as a thermal underlayer when paired with a lightweight full suit.
- Is a 1.5mm wetsuit jacket good for surfing in South Florida?
- It is a practical choice for South Florida surfers during cooler months when air temperature drops before or after the sun is up, and during the occasional cold front that chills the Atlantic surface.
- Does the Dawn Patrol jacket provide UV protection?
- The full-length neoprene sleeves provide a physical barrier against sun exposure, though the jacket is not rated with a specific UPF value in the available product data. For extended sun exposure, additional sun protection is recommended.
- How is the Rip Curl Dawn Patrol wetsuit jacket different from a rash guard?
- A rash guard is typically lightweight spandex or polyester and offers no thermal insulation. The Dawn Patrol jacket is 1.5mm neoprene, which adds a layer of warmth and wind resistance that a rash guard cannot provide.
- Where can I buy the Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 1.5mm Long Sleeve Wetsuit Jacket?
- It is available in store and online at Island Water Sports.
- How should I care for a neoprene wetsuit jacket?
- Rinse the jacket thoroughly in fresh water after every use in salt water, turn it inside out to dry in the shade (direct sun degrades neoprene over time), and avoid machine washing or machine drying. Store flat or on a wide hanger to prevent creasing the neoprene.