Chasing the Next Set Before the Sun Clears the Ridge
Anyone who grew up near the water knows the best surf often starts before the sun clears the ridgeline. You pull on a rash guard, check the wax on the board, and head out while the air is still cool and the water is glassy. A good Poʻipū morning or an early session at Hanalei starts exactly like this, with salt in the air and the sound of the first sets rolling in.
The Looking For Waves long sleeve was made for that kind of day. It feels light across the shoulders but stays firm enough to hold its shape through a long paddle out. When the afternoon trade winds pick up and you are walking back up the sand toward the car, it keeps you covered without weighing you down.
What Goes Into It
- 5.9-ounce, 90/10 poly/spandex stretch jersey
- PosiCharge technology
- UPF rating of 50
- Trim, comfortable fit
- Raglan sleeves
- Underarm gussets
- Available in Dark Smoke Grey with white logo, Black with white logo, Royal with white logo, and White with black logo
- Sizes X-Small through 4X-Large
The stretch fabric moves with you, so reaching for a wave or pulling into a turn feels natural. The graphic is a nod to the search for the next good set, the reason many of us keep a board in the car and a map of the coastline in our heads.
Fit and Sizing
This rash guard has a trim, comfortable fit, so it sits close to the body without feeling tight. The raglan sleeves allow a fuller range of motion across the shoulders, and the underarm gussets add flexibility where you need it most. If you are between sizes or want room for layering, check the size chart before you choose.
How to Wear It
Wear it as your first layer under a board shirt on cooler mornings, or on its own once the sun is warm on your back. It works just as well for a long afternoon at Hanalei or a quick session at Anini before heading home. Pair it with boardshorts and a rinse-off shower, and you are ready for the rest of the day.
Care
Rinse your rash guard with fresh water after each session to clear away salt and sand. Follow the care label for washing and drying instructions, and lay it flat to dry out of direct sun to help the colors and stretch last.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the fit compare to a standard rash guard?
This rash guard has a trim, comfortable fit that sits close to the body without feeling tight. Raglan sleeves and underarm gussets give you extra range of motion through the shoulders.
What is the UPF rating?
The fabric carries a UPF rating of 50, which helps cover your arms and shoulders during long hours outdoors.
What fabric is it made from?
It is a 5.9-ounce, 90/10 poly/spandex stretch jersey with PosiCharge technology.
What sizes and colors are available?
Sizes run from X-Small through 4X-Large. Colors include Dark Smoke Grey with white logo, Black with white logo, Royal with white logo, and White with black logo.
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