RIP CURL Women’s Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Wetsuit – Black

The Rip Curl Women’s Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Wetsuit is designed for riders who want many of Rip Curl’s premium wetsuit technologies in a more accessible performance package.

Its 4/3mm full-length construction provides increased insulation for cooler conditions, while flexible E5 neoprene and strategically placed thermal linings help maintain mobility and comfort throughout longer sessions.

4/3mm Fullsuit Construction

The 4/3mm construction provides more thermal protection than a 3/2mm wetsuit, making the Dawn Patrol particularly suitable for cooler spring and autumn sessions.

The additional insulation through the core helps retain body heat while the performance-oriented neoprene construction maintains the flexibility required for active watersports.

E5 Neoprene

The Dawn Patrol uses E5 neoprene, providing a lightweight and highly flexible feel.

Its stretch allows the suit to move naturally through the shoulders, arms, torso and legs, reducing restriction during wakeboarding, wakesurfing and surfing.

E5 Flash Lining

One of the standout technologies in this Dawn Patrol is E5 Flash Lining, positioned in the front and back body panels on this generation.

The engineered lining provides additional thermal performance while helping water drain rapidly from the material when the wetsuit is hung to dry.

E4 Thermo Lining

The E5 construction is complemented by E4 Thermo Lining, providing additional warmth while retaining excellent stretch.

Together, the E5 Flash Lining and E4 Thermo Lining give the Dawn Patrol significantly more thermal performance than a basic 4/3mm wetsuit.

Chest Zip Entry

The Chest Zip entry provides a secure, low-profile closure while avoiding the long rear zipper found on traditional back-zip wetsuits.

This allows greater freedom through the back and shoulders and creates a performance-focused fit for active riding.

Glued & Blindstitched Seams

The entire suit uses glued and blindstitched seam construction, helping minimise water penetration compared with basic flatlock seams.

The result is improved heat retention and greater comfort during longer sessions in cooler water.

3/4 Internal Taping

A particularly important feature of this specific Dawn Patrol generation is its 3/4 internal taping.

High-stretch E5 tape covers approximately three quarters of the seam construction, reinforcing high-stress areas and improving both durability and water resistance while maintaining flexibility.

S-Flex Knee Pads

Durable S-Flex knee pads provide additional protection in one of the wetsuit’s highest-wear areas without unnecessarily restricting knee movement.

Internal Key Pocket

A practical internal key pocket provides secure storage for a suitable key while you are on the water.

Performance, Warmth & Value

The Dawn Patrol range is designed to bring technologies normally associated with Rip Curl’s higher-end wetsuits into a more accessible package.

With E5 neoprene, E5 Flash Lining, E4 Thermo Lining, sealed GBS seams and extensive internal taping, this 4/3mm model is a strong choice for riders who need dependable warmth without moving to a premium Flashbomb or E-Bomb.

Ideal for Wakeboarding & Wakesurfing

The 4/3mm construction makes this Dawn Patrol particularly useful for extending the riding season into colder months.

Its flexible E5 construction and Chest Zip entry retain the mobility needed for wakeboarding and wakesurfing, while the thermal lining and sealed seam construction provide considerably more protection than a lightweight 3/2mm suit.