RIP CURL Dawn Patrol 2/2 Long Sleeve Chest Zip Springsuit

The Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2/2 Long Sleeve Chest Zip Springsuit is a versatile men’s wetsuit designed for riders looking for a balance of performance, warmth, durability and value.

Its 2/2mm E5 neoprene construction provides lightweight insulation while maintaining excellent freedom of movement. Long sleeves add upper-body coverage, while the short-leg springsuit design keeps the legs unrestricted. A chest-zip entry and sealed seam construction complete a highly versatile setup for warmer water and transitional conditions.

E5 Neoprene

The Dawn Patrol is constructed with E5 neoprene, providing the stretch and flexibility needed for active watersports.

The flexible material allows the suit to move naturally with the body, making it well suited to wakeboarding and wakesurfing where mobility through the shoulders, torso and arms is particularly important.

Lightweight 2/2mm Construction

With a 2/2mm thickness, the Dawn Patrol provides light thermal protection without the additional weight and insulation of a full-length 3/2mm or 4/3mm wetsuit.

This makes it an excellent choice for warmer water, summer sessions and transitional days when swimwear alone isn’t quite enough.

Long Sleeve Springsuit Design

The combination of long sleeves and short legs creates a particularly versatile watersports setup.

You get additional warmth and protection around the upper body and arms while retaining maximum freedom around the legs. Rip Curl classifies this model as part of its men’s Springsuit range.

Chest Zip Entry

The chest-zip entry system provides a secure, performance-oriented fit while reducing the large rear opening found on traditional back-zip wetsuits.

This helps reduce flushing and allows greater freedom of movement through the back and shoulders.

Sealed GB Seams

The Dawn Patrol uses glued and blindstitched (GB) seam construction.

This construction is designed to reduce water penetration compared with basic flatlock seams while providing the durability required for regular use.

E5 Tape & Critical Stress Point Taping

Rip Curl reinforces the construction with E5 tape and critical stress point taping.

Instead of unnecessarily adding reinforcement everywhere, additional support is concentrated in high-wear areas to improve durability while maintaining flexibility.

Hydro-Loc Collar

A Hydro-Loc collar helps create a secure fit around the neck and assists in reducing unwanted water entry during your session.

Internal Key Pocket

A practical internal key pocket provides a secure place for a small key while you’re on the water.

Performance & Value

The Dawn Patrol range is positioned by Rip Curl as its dependable all-round option, balancing warmth and durability for everyday conditions, while the E-Bomb range above it focuses more strongly on maximum stretch and performance.

That makes this 2/2 Long Sleeve Springsuit an excellent option for:

• Wakeboarding
• Wakesurfing
• Surfing
• Warmer lake and ocean conditions
• Summer riding
• Transitional-season sessions
• Windier days on the water
• Riders looking for a versatile, high-value springsuit

For wakeboarding and wakesurfing in particular, the combination of 2/2mm neoprene, long sleeves, short legs and chest-zip construction provides a very practical balance of warmth and freedom of movement.