7 Reasons you Need a Rash Guard or Vest in Your Scuba Diving Kit!
Rash guards have come a long way since their early days protecting surfers from sun exposure, sand abrasions, and chafing. It didn’t take long for other watersport lovers to take note, and now rash guards are an important part of every scuba diver’s kit, but do you know which one is best for you? Jupiter Dive Center can help you zero in on the perfect rash guard or vest to wear below or above the waves!
First the benefits
Divers don’t often need protection from sand, but don’t underestimate the exposure protection a rash guard can provide during those moon jelly blooms, or when you accidentally get a wee bit too close to fire coral. Rash guards also give divers a thermal boost. A rash guard may be all you need to wear while diving in warm climates.
And honestly, in the height of summer, the ocean temperatures around Jupiter and other parts of Florida can get pretty toasty.
Packing for an exotic dive trip? Not only is it easy to pack, but it definitely makes wearing your BCD more comfortable than wearing it over bare skin.
Buying a rash guard or vest can be economical. In colder weather, layering a rash guard or vest under your wetsuit may be all the boost you need to stay comfortably warm without buying a thicker wetsuit. This is especially true if you wear a hooded vest, as most of a diver’s body heat dissipates from their uncovered head.
Rash guards offer sun protection not only in shallow water, but topside, too. Divers spend a considerable amount of time on boats, and rash guards offer great protection. And they’re not just for diving! No matter which water sports you enjoy, you’ll want to reach for a rash guard to protect your skin.
Finally? Who doesn’t like to look good? Jupiter Dive Center has a whole collection of rash guards that will not only make you feel good, but also coordinate with your other gear.
Choices, Choices!
The new line of Scubapro UPF T-Flex Rash Guards combines all the benefits of wearing a rash guard with plenty of options!
Available in both long and short-sleeved versions, these rash guards have a four-way stretch fabric that is comfortable, lightweight, and quick-drying.
Even better? Its UPF 50 rating means that it blocks 98% of UV radiation to protect your skin, and unlike sunblock, it won’t wear off when you splash.
This style of rash guards fits close to the body, making it easy to wear under a wetsuit, and the high neckline reduces chafing.
When wearing it as an extra layer, the thumbholes in the sleeves makes pulling on your wetsuit easier, too. It is available in men’s and women’s sizing and in various patterns. If you prefer a looser fit, just size up!
We also carry Space Fish Army Rash Guards, and their patterns are as fun as their name! Consider Electric Blue Octofloral, Lionfish Invasion, Ocean Mandala, Coral Kaleidoscope, and Angelfish hypnosis. Fun and sporty, a great combination!
What About Vests?
Vests are typically thin neoprene rather than performance fabric like a rash guard. Because they are sleeveless, they can be the perfect choice to wear alone in warm water or layer under your wetsuit to warm your core without limiting your mobility. For extra warmth, choose a vest with a hood.
Scubapro makes vests in various materials and thermal ratings, and each style comes in a hoodless or hooded version.
For warm water diving, consider pairing the HYBRID Vest with Scubapro’s coordinating neoprene cargo shorts. Like wearing a rash guard, a vest is another great way to expand the utility of the wetsuit you already own!
Are you prepared for summer diving? It’s closer than you think. Stop by our shop and let one of our professional and friendly crew members help you find the perfect rash guard or vest! Or visit us online. Ready to splash? Book your dive with Jupiter Dive Center today!
We can’t wait to see you on the boat!
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