Mens Rip Curl Rash Guard Shirts

If you are an avid surfer or participate in other water sports, you might be in the market for mens' rip curl rash guard shirts.

A rash guard is a waterproof shirt made to wear while participating in water sports. It provides light coverage when it is too warm to wear a wet suit, and protects the skin against the elements. Rash guard shirts are typically made of lightweight materials such as nylon, spandex, neoprene, and polypropylene and are flexible and fast drying. They aren’t made to hold in body heat, but rather to wick water away quickly. Other common terms for this article include “rashie,” “rashy” or “rash vest.”

While a typical t-shirt is constructed with four panels, rash guards have six. These panels are attached with flatlock stitching, allowing the garment to lie flat against your body. This construction makes for a stronger, more flexible garment.

Rip Curl is a leading manufacturer and retailer of surf and boardwear. It was founded in the late 1960s in Australia. They create and sell surf wear, wetsuits, watches, and surfboards, among other gear, for both men and women.

Wear rash guards while participating in a variety of water sports, including:

• Surfing
• Body surfing
• Body boarding
• Wind surfing
• Swimming
• Scuba diving
• Snorkeling
• Wakeboarding
• Kayaking

Rash guard shirts protect skin from chaffing against a waxed surfboard. Sand can cling to the wax, thus irritating the skin when the surfer slides on or off the board. Rash guards also provide protection from the sun. Some rash guards have built in UV protection, while others don’t and you still must wear sunscreen underneath. Rash guards can also help prevent jellyfish stings.

For men who are uncomfortable swimming or participating in water sports without a shirt, a rash guard can help to conceal perceived body flaws by holding your stomach in and covering pale skin.

Rip Curl makes three main styles of rash guard shirts: sleeveless, short sleeve, and long sleeve. Your choice will depend on the type of sport in which you are participating as well as the location (lake, ocean, etc.). For example, a body surfer might choose a long sleeve rash guard for more protection, while a swimmer would prefer a sleeveless rash guard because it is less restricting.

Rip Curl’s rash guards for men come in a variety of colors, some solid and others two-toned. The most common colors are masculine: black, gray, and blue.

Mens' Rip Curl rash guard shirts are available at specialty sporting goods stores. Rip Curl’s website provides a store locator so you can check if there is a retailer near you. Many online stores sell Rip Curl rash guard shirts:

• Amazon.com
• Becker Surfboards
• Hanger 94
• Surfside Sports
• Swim Outlet

• Hooded rash guard: for ultimate protection against the sun
• Reversible rash guard: Rip Curl logo on one side, and basic black on the other
• Classic Retro: a lightweight rashie with classic appeal
• Hotskin Jacket: extra breathable, with titanium lining

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