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Rash Vests & Sun Protective Clothing

If you're looking to stop wetsuit rash and rubbing or just to protect yourself against the sun's UV rays while out on the water, we have got you covered with our selection of quality rash vests from brands O'neill, C-Skins and Patagonia.
  • O'Neill Premium Skins Rash T-Shirt Smoke

    Original price £37.00 - Original price £37.00
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    O'neill Premium Skins rash tee is a loose fitting 50+ U.P.F. water / rash t-shirt, this is the pinnacle in quality wearable sun protection. Ergon...

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  • O'Neill Premium Skins Rash Vest Cadet Blue

    Original price £32.00 - Original price £32.00
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    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Performance Fit 6oz Polyester/Spandex 4-way Stretch U.P.F. 50+ Protection UV Protection, Quick-Dry Rash Protection Strategi...

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  • O'Neill Premium Skins Turtleneck Rash Vest Cadet Blue

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     O'Neill's classic style turtle neck rash vest designed to be worn under a wetsuit or by it's self. The Skins offer 50+ UV Protection with cleanly...

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  • O'Neill Women's Blue Print S/S Sun Shirt Turquoise

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    The O'Neill Women's Blue Print S/S Sun Shirt is the perfect choice for outdoor activities in the sun. This shirt is designed with UPF protection, ...

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  • O'Neill Women's Side Print S/S Rash Guard Nectar Zephora

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    The O'Neill Women's Side Print S/S Rash Guard HX6 in Nectar / Zephora is the perfect choice for those who want to look stylish while protecting the...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt '73 Skyline: Feather Grey

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, an...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt '73 Skyline: Subtidal Blue X-Dye

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, an...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Waters Boardshort Logo: Chilled Blue

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    Our most versatile technical Patagonia top is built for use on the trail or the water. Stretchy and quick drying with HeiQ Mint odor control, it wi...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt 73 Skyline: Current Blue X-Dye

    Original price £44.00 - Original price £44.00
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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfo...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt Boardie Badge: Light Plume Grey X-Dye

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    Our most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, plus...

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  • Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt Ridge Rise Stripe: Quartz Coral X-Dye

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    Our most versatile Patagonia technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and com...

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  • Patagonia Long-Sleeved Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Lands Lost And Found: Steam Blue X-Dye

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or the water. Stretchy, quick drying and with HeiQ Pure odor control, ...

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  • Patagonia Long-Sleeved Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Waters Boardshort Logo Light Plume Grey: White

    Original price £59.00 - Original price £59.00
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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or the water. Stretchy and quick drying with HeiQ Mint odor control, it will...

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  • Patagonia Long-Sleeved Capilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Waters Boardshort Logo: Pufferfish Gold X-Dye

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, an...

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  • Patagonia Long-Sleeved Capilene® Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Lands Across The Trail: Evening Mauve X-Dye

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfo...

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  • Patagonia Wavefarer Bucket Hat Water People Banner: Cliffs and Waves Conifer Green

    Original price £39.00 - Original price £39.00
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    This packable, durable and breathable Patagonia bucket hat is built of quick-drying NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon faille made from recyc...

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  • PatagoniacCapilene Cool Daily Graphic Shirt - Waters Boardshort Logo: Milkweed Mauve X-Dye

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    Patagonia's most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or the water. Stretchy and quick drying with HeiQ Mint odor control, it will...

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  • Rip Curl Always Summer Long Sleeve UV Tee White

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    Make a splash in the Rip Curl Always Summer UPF50+ Long Sleeve, an exciting rash vest with sustainability at its core. Crafted from Creora Highclo ...

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  • Rip Curl Day Break Short Sleeve UV Tee Navy

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    The Rip Curl Daybreak Short Sleeve UPF Top is a vibrant and lively pullover rash vest, made from Extra Life Microfibre Lycra that guarantees lastin...

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  • Rip Curl FlashBomb polypro Shorts

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    Rip Curl Flashbomb Polypro Shorts The Rip Curl Flashbomb Polypro shorts are designed to keep you in the water for longer and can be worn for extra ...

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  • Rip Curl Golden Rays Long Sleeve UV Tee Blue/White

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    Feel the sun's warmth and its rays of protection with the Rip Curl Golden Rays Short Sleeve UV Women's Rash Vest. Its relaxed fit design offers inc...

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  • Rip Curl Golden Rays Short Sleeve UV Tee Blue/White

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    Feel the sun's warmth and its rays of protection with the Rip Curl Golden Rays Short Sleeve UV Women's Rash Vest. Its relaxed fit design offers inc...

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  • Xcel INSULATE-X Thermal Shirt

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    Xcel's insulate thermal long sleeved rash vest is great for adding a little extra warmth to any wetsuit. WAFFLE THERMO INSULATION QUICK DRY FLAT S...

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Rash Vest

Rash vests

Rash vests, rashies, rash guards or UV tops, are essential gear for water sports and beach enthusiasts. Whether you’re a surfer, swimmer, sailor, or just enjoy spending time in the sun and water, a rash vest uv protection is an important part of your wardrobe. Not only do they provide sun protection and help prevent skin irritation from saltwater and sand, but they can also keep you warm in cooler temperatures.

Board Worx offers a wide selection and the highest quality of men's rash vests and a brand of women rash vest that are great sun-protective clothing, for both men and women. Our organic rash vests come in various styles, thicknesses, and fabrics to suit any activity level water temperature or environment. We have short sleeve and long-sleeve options available in both tight-fitting and loose-fitting designs. A thermal rash vest are perfect for colder climates where extra warmth is needed.

No matter what type of activity or sport you’re doing on the water – surfing, swimming, sailing – our rash vests will keep you protected from the sun while providing comfort and style. With Board Worx’s collection of organic rash vests, you and kids can stay safe while enjoying your favorite outdoor activities!

FAQs

What is the point of a rash vest?

Rash guard

A rash vest provides protection from the sun's harmful rays as well as skin irritation caused by neoprene wetsuits, surfers and saltwater and sand. It also helps keep you warm if you spend long periods of time when surfing or doing water sports during cooler temperatures.

What are the types of rash vests?

Thermal rash vests

Rash guards come in various styles for different uses. Some are designed primarily for sun protection, sunscreen while others are made with thicker materials to provide extra warmth, a thermal rash vest. We offer short-sleeve and long-sleeve options in tight-fitting and loose-fitting designs and thermal rash guard vests perfect for cold-weather activities. We do have rash guards for women and women's rash vests and rash guards for men, as we are different shapes.

How do I choose the right rash vest for me?

If you plan to spend most of your time outdoors during warmer months, then a lightweight short-sleeve option should suffice; if it’s colder out, opt for a long-sleeve rash vests or thermal design that will provide extra warmth without sacrificing comfort or your range of mobility.

Do you wear a bra under a rash vest?

There’s no right or wrong answer to this question – it’s entirely up to personal preference! Some people feel more comfortable wearing a bra under their rashguard, while others find that going braless is more comfortable. There are a few things to consider when making your decision:

If you have a larger chest, wearing a bra while using a rashguard can help provide added support and prevent it from riding up. However, if you have a smaller chest or a narrower frame, wearing a bra may not be necessary and could potentially cause discomfort. If you anticipate spending an extended amount of time in the water, a rashguard with built-in support, like an Under Armour sports bra, might be worth considering.

Should rash vest be tight or loose?

Having worn a loose-fit rash vest or sun shirt, they are very comfortable and an ideal way to provide protection from the sun. Perfect if you are in and out of the water and not wearing a wetsuit. Even with a long sleeve rash, you need suncream on any exposed skin. The tight fitting rash vest is perfect to wear under a wetsuit, protection your from a wetsuit chaffing and rubbing against you.

Both the tight and loose fitting rash vests are quick drying but do not keep you warm, if you are after extra warmth under a wetsuit, you would need a thermal vest or if you are looking to just keep the chill off while on the water a neoprene top or even a shorty wetsuit would be better.

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