Ripcurl Dawn Patrol 5/4 Chest Zip Winter Wetsuit

• Thickness – 5/4 mm (5 mm core for warmth, 4 mm arms and legs for flexibility)
• Entry System – Chest Zip
• Main Composition – 80% Rubber, 20% Polyamide
• Neoprene – E5 Neoprene with Natural Rubber-Based Foam
• Lining – E5 Flash Lining (core) and E4 Thermo Lining (key zones)
• Seams – Glued & Blindstitched with E5 tape and critical stress point taping
• Lamination – Water-based, solvent-free lamination
• Panels – Minimal seam design for flexibility
• Recycled Content – Recycled internal lining
• Key Pocket – Internal key stash
• Warranty – 3 years stitching, 1 year materials (neoprene, kneepads, liquid tape, zips)

Suit Description

The Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/4 Chest Zip Winter Wetsuit brings high-end features into an affordable cold-water suit. Built with flexible E5 neoprene and lined with warm E5 Flash lining through the core, it delivers excellent insulation while remaining comfortable and lightweight. E4 Thermo lining adds extra heat in strategic zones, and a chest zip entry system provides a snug, low-flush fit.

Seams are glued and blindstitched, reinforced with E5 tape and critical stress point taping to increase durability and reduce water entry. The use of water-based lamination and recycled internal linings reduces environmental impact, while natural rubber-based foam makes the neoprene softer and more sustainable. With minimal seam design and stretchy panels, the suit balances warmth and freedom of movement.

Designed for water temperatures around 6–11C, the Dawn Patrol 5/4 is ideal for UK and Northern European winters, offering dependable warmth without stepping into premium price ranges.

Expert Advice

The Dawn Patrol series has always been Rip Curl’s best value winter wetsuit, and the 5/4 Chest Zip continues that tradition. You get features borrowed from the Flashbomb — like the Flash lining and taped seams — but at a much more accessible price. It’s warm, durable and surprisingly flexible for the money.

The chest zip can take a little more effort to get in and out of compared to a back zip, but it does a better job of keeping water out once you’re surfing. If you’re looking for a solid winter wetsuit that won’t break the bank, the Dawn Patrol 5/4 is a top choice.

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