3 REASONS WHY YOU WILL LOVE OUR THERMAL RASH VEST
1. Stay Warmer, Naturally: Thermal fleece lining keeps body heat in — so you get more time in the water without freezing.
2. Built to Last: We’ve designed these for serious ocean/pool use, so they hold up session after session.
3. Sun Protection + Warmth Combo: Unlike a standard rashie, you get SPF coverage and thermal lining — so you’re protected above and below the waterline.
3 REASONS WHY THESE MIGHT NOT BE FOR YOU
1. Price vs Use: If you’re only hitting the water once or twice a year, you might find them pricey. These are built to last season after season, but they’re not the cheapest option if you won’t get much use.
2. Colour Fade in Chlorine: The darker colours can fade slightly if you hammer them in chlorinated pools. Doesn’t affect performance — just cosmetic — but worth knowing.
3. Not for Racing: If your goal is shaving milliseconds off your PB in a pool or open-water race, neoprene or speedskins are more hydrodynamic. This is about warmth, comfort, and protection — not race-day speed.
Thermal Rash Vest Womens Long Sleeve Front Zip Navy Silver 1.5mm
Our Womens 1.5mm Long Sleeve Front Zip Thermal Rash Vest (Rash Guard) is the next evolution of the standard rashie. Built with far superior warmth, comfort, and performance. Made from hydrophobic nylon fleece, this 1.5mm thermal rash vest repels water, blocks wind chill, keeps in body heat, and offers UPF 50+ sun protection. Perfect for surfing, diving, swimming, general beach-going. Wear it on its own or layer it under your wetsuit for an extra 1.5mm of warmth.
More comfortable, durable, versatile, flattering and far warmer than anything else on the market we are offering hassle free 30-day returns to back that up. This is go to kit for you and the whole family.
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1. How is this different from a regular rash vest?
Unlike regular rashies that become soggy and cold, our thermal rash vest is made from hydrophobic nylon fleece. It repels water, retains warmth, and dries quickly – keeping you comfortable for longer.
2. Can I wear it on its own or only under a wetsuit?
Both. It’s perfect as a standalone layer in mild conditions (recommended for 18–24°C water) and as an extra thermal layer under a wetsuit in colder conditions.
3. Is it suitable for all water sports?
Absolutely. Whether you're surfing, diving, foiling, spearfishing, or just paddling out, this vest moves with your body while offering serious warmth and sun protection.
4. Will it stretch out or lose shape over time?
The 4-way stretch fabric is built for durability. It holds shape through repeated wear, rinsing, and sun exposure.
5. Does it offer UV protection?
Yes – 50+ SPF sun protection to guard you on long sessions in the sun.
RETURN & EXCHANGES
We offer free shipping on all Australian orders over $100. Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 business days, with tracking provided once shipped.
SHIPPING
Free shipping on all Australian orders over $100 – automatically applied at checkout.
What is the best thermal rash vest for swimming?
The Shark Eyes thermal rashvest is built specifically for ocean athletes who need warmth without bulk. Made from high-retention thermal fleece, it traps body heat during cold morning swims, long surf sessions and year-round ocean use. It outperforms standard rashies in temperature retention while keeping full range of motion for paddling and diving.
What is a rashie?
A rashie (or rash vest) is a lightweight stretch top worn in and out of the water to protect skin from rash, sunburn and the cold. A thermal rashie adds an inner fleece layer that retains body heat, making it suitable for cooler water temperatures and conditions where a full wetsuit would be too warm or restrictive. They are worn by surfers, swimmers, snorkellers and divers worldwide.
Do you make a thermal rashie for women?
Yes. The Shark Eyes thermal rashvest is available in a womens cut designed for a performance fit with full arm and torso coverage. The same thermal fleece construction delivers warmth and flexibility in a cut that suits female ocean athletes. Check our thermal collection for available sizes and colours.
How does a thermal rashvest compare to a wetsuit?
A thermal rashvest is thinner and more flexible than a wetsuit, making it ideal when you want warmth without the restriction of neoprene. It layers easily under a wetsuit for extra warmth in cold conditions, or works standalone in milder water. For serious cold water surfing a wetsuit provides more thermal protection, but for most swimming, snorkelling and warm-weather surf sessions a thermal rashvest is the more practical choice.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Shark Eyes founder Shanan Worrall is a renowned West Australian waterman, known for his fearless big wave surfing and deep connection to the ocean. Born in Esperance in 1978 to a family of surfers, Shan’s life in the water began early – surfing, spearfishing, and diving from age six. He went on to become a champion angler, cray diver on the Abrolhos Islands, and abalone diver, earning accolades like WSL Tube of the Year and nominations in international big wave awards.
In 2013, a series of traumatic shark encounters – including a near-fatal attack on his friend and a personal loss in Gracetown – changed the course of his life. Suffering from PTSD, Shan stepped back from diving and shifted focus toward prevention, resilience, and education in the ocean environment. Shark Eyes was born from this experience, blending lived wisdom with innovation to protect and empower ocean-goers worldwide.
