Rash Guard
Posted on Thursday, August 11th, 2011 at 4:43 pm |
 XCEL GIRLS RASH GUARD SWIM TOP EXCELLENT CONDITION 8 $5.99 Time Remaining: 1h 55m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Gymboree NWT GIRLS Swim Shop 2012 SWIMSUIT Bathing Suit Tankini Rash Guard $12.00 Time Remaining: 19d 17h 34m Buy It Now for only: $12.00 |
 Amazing Roxy Boardshorts Size 1 and Rashguard Size Small Dont Miss This One $14.99 Time Remaining: 3h 2m |
 Girls Rash Guard Size 10 $4.25 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 3h 19m |
 Hello Kitty Girls Puprle Pink Rashguard Swim Shirt Boogie Board Beach Blouse $9.70 Time Remaining: 27d 11h 40m Buy It Now for only: $9.70 |
 Girls Size 5 2 Bathing Suit Rash Sun Guard shirts and shorts C Place and O Navy $4.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 3h 20m |
 CHEROKEE youth large 3 4 sleeve rash guard swim shirt white nice $4.99 Time Remaining: 4h 24m |
 Radicool Sun Skinz Blue Yellow Shirt Rash Guard SPF Swimwear Boys sz 8 12 14 6 $7.99 Time Remaining: 12d 10h 8m Buy It Now for only: $7.99 |
 NWT OLD NAVY ORANGE SURF SWIM SHIRT RASH GUARD SURFER PALM TREE M 8 $2.99 Time Remaining: 4h 26m |
 Cute Girl Roxy Pink Color w t White Letters Short Sleeve Rash Guard Sz M $13.99 Time Remaining: 6h 6m Buy It Now for only: $15.99 |
 HELLO KITTY GIRLS SWIM BOOGIE BOARD RASHGUARD SHIRT PRPL PNK SIZE XS SML MED NWT $9.75 Time Remaining: 12d 16h 22m Buy It Now for only: $9.75 |
 Lot of 4 Boys GAP GYMBOREE ON Rash Guards Guitar Swim Trunks Suits 8 M $11.04 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 6h 37m |
 2 Boys OLD NAVY Skulls Camo Swim Shirts Rash Guards Medium 8 $11.00 (10 Bids) Time Remaining: 6h 47m |
 Sun Skinz Surf Rash Guard SPF 100 Swimwear Girls Swim Shirt sz 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 $9.99 Time Remaining: 16h 33m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Lot of 5 Boys GAP Shark Dino Fish Swim Trunks Suits Shirts Rash Guard M 8 $11.17 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 6h 57m |
 NWT Lands End Pink Sailboat Swim shirt Rash guard size 14 $9.99 Time Remaining: 7h 9m |
 Sun Skinz Surf Rash Guard SPF 100 Swimwear Girls Wetsuit Neon Pink Suit sz 4 6 $13.50 Time Remaining: 16h 44m Buy It Now for only: $13.50 |
 SHORT SLEEVE YOUTH RASH GUARD $7.00 Time Remaining: 7h 55m |
 BODY GLOVE LONG SLEEVE RASH GUARD SWIM SHIRT YOUTH MED $7.00 Time Remaining: 7h 55m |
 Gymboree Swim Shop 2012 Swimsuit Bathing Suit Tankini One Piece Rash Guard NWT $26.00 Time Remaining: 3d 18h 47m Buy It Now for only: $26.00 |
 Lands End Girls Swim Rashguard $4.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 8h 32m |
 Boys CHEROKEE UV Rash Guard SWIMSUIT SHIRT NWT Gray BLACK XS 4 5 $5.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 8h 58m Buy It Now for only: $12.99 |
 GIRLS UV 40+ SUN SUIT SWIM SUIT RASH GUARD AGES 3 4 5 6 7 HELLO KITTY $17.27 Time Remaining: 25d 5h 7m Buy It Now for only: $17.27 |
 REI REI Girls tie dye rashguard swim shirt Green Blue Small 6 7 UPF 50+ $2.99 Time Remaining: 11h 16m |
 Gap Kids Short sleeve Rashguard XL 12 $3.00 Time Remaining: 12h 18m |
 NWOT Lands End Girls Pink Rashguard Swim Beach Shirt M 10 12 NEW UV protection $8.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 12h 24m |
 BOYS UV 40+ SUN SUIT SWIM SUIT RASH GUARD AGES 3 4 5 6 7 ANGRY BIRDS $15.70 Time Remaining: 25d 4h 40m Buy It Now for only: $15.70 |
 NWT Hannah Andersson Rashguard size 100 $8.99 Time Remaining: 12h 25m |
 hot pink ROXY rash guard SHIRT top swimwear size LARGE big girls 12 $6.53 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 13h 15m |
 Radicool Rash Guard SPF 100 Swimwear Boys Hawaiian Blue Wetsuit sz 1 2 4 8 NWT $12.50 Time Remaining: 15h 8m Buy It Now for only: $12.50 |
 Boys Old Navy SURF CALIFORNIA Beach Sun Rashguard Shirt Sz 8 M $6.99 Time Remaining: 13h 46m |
 Disney 3 Princess sleeve rash guard swim suit wear 3 6 $17.90 Time Remaining: 14h 17m Buy It Now for only: $19.90 |
 QUIKSILVER BOYS SOLID STREAK SHORT SLEEVE RASHGUARD UPF50+ NEW WITH TAGS $12.99 Time Remaining: 5d 17h 59m Buy It Now for only: $12.99 |
 DISNEY PIXAR CARS McQUEEN BATHING SUIT rash guard s 4 5 $17.90 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 14h 17m |
 EUC Kids BODY GLOVE Rash Guard SWIM SURF SHIRT Bright Red UV Rating 35 Size 14 $14.99 Time Remaining: 14h 47m |
 NWT Flapdoodles Sz 4 2 Pc Girls Peace Sign Black Swimsuit Rashguard UPF 50+ $24.97 Time Remaining: 14d 13h 28m Buy It Now for only: $24.97 |
 EUC Kids BODY GLOVE Rash Guard SWIM SURF SHIRT Orange UV Rating of 35 Size 14 $14.99 Time Remaining: 14h 47m |
 EUC Kids BODY GLOVE Rash Guard SWIM SURF SHIRT Navy Blue UV Rating 35 Size 14 $14.99 Time Remaining: 14h 47m |
 NWT Gymboree BOY SWIMSUIT Sun Protection UPF 50+ Rash Guard Swim Short Set Lot $33.95 Time Remaining: 25d 15h 58m Buy It Now for only: $33.95 |
 Girls Rash Guard n Shorts Swimsuit by Lands End size 7 8 swim rashguard clothes $12.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 14h 50m |
 Girls Rash Guard and Swimsuit Skirt by Lands End size 7 8 swim rashguard clothes $13.50 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 14h 51m |
 Baby Purple Black Rash Guard SPF Swimwear Boys Wetsuit sz 4 6 T Infant 0 24 M $10.99 Time Remaining: 12d 9h 12m Buy It Now for only: $10.99 |
 Disney 3 Princess sleeve rash guard swim suit wear 2 5 $17.90 Time Remaining: 14h 57m Buy It Now for only: $19.90 |
 DISNEY PIXAR CARS McQUEEN BATHING SUIT rash guard s 4 5 $17.90 Time Remaining: 14h 58m Buy It Now for only: $19.90 |
 HELLO KITTY RASH GUARD COVER UP GIRLS SIZE 4 5 6 7 8 NWT $9.99 Time Remaining: 25d 18h 18m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Disney 3 Princess sleeve rash guard swim suit wear 2 5 $17.90 Time Remaining: 14h 58m Buy It Now for only: $19.90 |
 Lands End Girls rash guard short sleeve sun protection swimwear size 16 NWT $3.32 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 15h 46m |
 NEW NWT Big Girls OSHKOSH BGosh 2 piece Swimsuit Rash Guard Set 5 6 7 8 10 12 $22.49 Time Remaining: 24d 7h 16m Buy It Now for only: $22.49 |
 NWT FLAPDOODLES Swim Trunks Rash guard Size 6 Pirate Skull Crossbones $5.99 Time Remaining: 15h 56m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 |
 Ladies Short Sleeve Rash Guard Womens Swim Shirt SMALL $17.95 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 16h 13m |
 LANDS END Boys Sz M 5 6 Long Sleeve Mock T Neck White Rash Guard UPF 50 $5.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 17h 35m |
 NWT Speedo Girls 16 Bikini Swimsuit + Rash Guard Yellow Pink Tie Dye 3 Pc Set $22.97 Time Remaining: 1d 4h 17m Buy It Now for only: $22.97 |
 MINT ROXY Short Sleeve Rash Guard girls sz 4 5 $8.50 Time Remaining: 18h 53m |
 LOT OF 3 GIRLS SWIM SHIRTS RASH GUARD SIZE LARGE AND XL 10 12 14 16 PERFECT COND $10.00 Time Remaining: 20h 5m Buy It Now for only: $15.00 |
 NWT Quiksilver Rash Guard UPF 50+ Swim SUN SURF Shirt Boys Large SZ 7 R 26 $17.99 Time Remaining: 6d 12h 48m Buy It Now for only: $17.99 |
 SWIMSAFE Swim Suit Floatsuit One Piece Rash Guard UV Protection Girls Size 3 4 $8.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 3h 7m |
 Girls Lands End Rash Guard Swim Shirt and Skirt 10 12 and 14 plus $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 4h 16m |
 LANDS END Girls Rash Guard S 7 8 Assorted Colors NWT 2450 Classic Rash Guard $9.75 Time Remaining: 5d 10h 17m Buy It Now for only: $9.75 |
 Roxy Rash guard and board shorts $15.00 Time Remaining: 1d 4h 23m Buy It Now for only: $25.00 |
 Lilly Pulitzer Tropical Rashguard Sz 12 $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 4h 24m |
 Sun Skinz Rash Guard SPF 100 Swimwear Boys Hawaiian Blue Wetsuit sz 4 6 NWT $13.50 Time Remaining: 14h 54m Buy It Now for only: $13.50 |
 mojave kids rash guard swim wear long sleeve swim shirt top 1 to 15 years old $7.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 4h 34m |
 Girls Old Navy Rashguard And Board Skirt $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 52m |
 Sun Protection Skins Pink Shirt Rash Guard SPF 100 Swimwear Girls sz 6 NWT $9.99 Time Remaining: 2d 5h 6m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Girls Old Navy Rashguard Size XL $0.99 Time Remaining: 1d 5h 57m |
 Girls Old Navy Rashguard Size XL $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 6h 4m |
 Gymboree NWT Boys black skull crossbones rash guard Swim Shirt 5 6 new suit $13.75 Time Remaining: 28d 41m Buy It Now for only: $13.75 |
 Girls Old Navy Rashguard Size XL $0.99 Time Remaining: 1d 6h 11m |
 CARTERS Boys Swim Shirt Rashguard UPF 50+ UV Protection size 4 NWT $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 7h 44m |
 Speedo Girls Snake Attack Rashguard Duo Back 3 Piece Set Swismuit 7 16 $50.00 Time Remaining: 29d 8h 2m Buy It Now for only: $50.00 |
 EUC 2 Childrens Place Rash Guard Size 8 $7.49 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 7h 58m |
 EUC 2 Old Navy Rash Guard Size L 10 12 $6.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 8h |
 Hurley rash guard shirt size Small S Black $11.99 Time Remaining: 3d 17h 54m Buy It Now for only: $11.99 |
 NWT Speedo Rash Guard top no bottom Size 10 $6.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 8h 4m |
 EUC Gymboree 5T Boys Swim Rashguard long sleeve funny bones $3.25 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 8h 41m |
 Gently Used Old Navy Rash Guard Short Sleeve Small 6 7 years $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 10h 21m |
 GYMBOREE PINK DAISY S S RASHGUARD 4 5 6 8 10 12 NWT $18.99 Time Remaining: 10d 10h 15m Buy It Now for only: $18.99 |
 Mens Short Sleeve Rash Guard Swim Shirt Blue UV Protection XXL 2XL $16.45 Time Remaining: 1d 10h 50m Buy It Now for only: $18.95 |
 boys swimsuit one piece UV protective rash guard sun surf swim suit protection $5.99 Time Remaining: 1d 11h 14m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 quiksilver kid rashguard rashie 50 SPF UPF Sunblock swim shirt sz 3 4 5 NWT $22.50 Time Remaining: 21d 11h 10m Buy It Now for only: $22.50 |
 Boys DC White Shallow Surf Tee Rash Guard 50+ UV Protection Large 16 18 $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 23m |
 Girls 3 pc Joe Boxer Swim Bathing Suit bikini rash guard GUC 4 5 extra small $4.99 Time Remaining: 1d 11h 47m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 Op Boys Rashguard and Swim Shorts 2 Piece Set SIZE 10 12 Assorted Colors $21.95 Time Remaining: 29d 11h 24m Buy It Now for only: $21.95 |
 Mens Long Sleeve Rash Guard Swim Shirt Blue S 2XL $19.45 Time Remaining: 1d 11h 50m Buy It Now for only: $22.95 |
 Gymboree Happy Rainbow swim 8 suit bag sunglasses hat rashguard shorts flops $19.99 Time Remaining: 1d 13h 34m |
 NWT Flapdoodles Sz 7 2 Pc Girls Pink Zebra Print Swimsuit Rashguard UPF 50+ $24.97 Time Remaining: 14d 12h 59m Buy It Now for only: $24.97 |
 Kanu Boys Blue Surf Board Surfer Rash Guard Swim Shirt Top Size 8 Nylon $3.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 13h 50m |
 Lands End 3pc swim tankini and rashguard size 8 excellent $13.99 Time Remaining: 1d 13h 58m |
 Rugged Bear Boys Size 4 Rash Guard Swim Shirt Surf Shirt Orange Navy Blue UV 50+ $16.50 Time Remaining: 29d 9h 26m Buy It Now for only: $16.50 |
 Girls Roxy Rash Guard Cover Up Swimsuit NWOT Size 8G Navy $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 52m |
 Girls Roxy Rash Guard Cover Up Swimsuit NWOT Size 8G Pink $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 54m |
 NWT Gymboree DAISY DELIGHTFUL Pink Swim Top Rash Guard $16.00 Time Remaining: 16d 10h 55m Buy It Now for only: $16.00 |
 LOT GIRLS RASHGUARD BATHING SUIT TOP OLD NAVY XS 5 6 2 PAIRS SHORT LONG SLEEVES $6.99 Time Remaining: 1d 15h 9m |
 Girls Roxy Rash Guard Cover Up Swimsuit NWOT Size 8G Dark Maroon $10.99 Time Remaining: 1d 15h 11m |
 Lands End Girls White Mock Neck Rash Guard M 10 12 NWT $12.50 Time Remaining: 8d 15h 37m Buy It Now for only: $12.50 |
 girls body glove swim rash guard white blue $5.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 15h 28m |
 LANDS END BOARD SHIRT RASH GUARD BOYS SIZE MD 10 12 $1.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 15h 48m |
 Op Boys Rashguard and Swim Shorts 2 Piece Set SIZE 10 12 Assorted Colors $21.95 Time Remaining: 29d 11h 28m Buy It Now for only: $21.95 |
 Boys Red Gray Skull Rashguard in Size 8 10 $1.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 20h 46m |
 NWOT GAP BOYS SWIMSUIT RASH GUARD TOP ASTRONAUT MOON SPACE SZ TODDLER 5 5T $5.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2d 3h 53m |
Five Shopping Tips For Buying a Rash Guard
Are you on the market for a rash guard? If you're shopping for rash guards there are some very important factors you need to consider before you make a purchase. Maybe you need a rashguard for surfing, sports, martial arts, grappling, or just spf sun protection. Whatever your reasons for buying this type of garment, you need to make sure you're shopping decisions are smart ones because this purchase is sensitive to your health. There are very important things to evaluate before spending any money on a rashguard, such as the fabrics used, the comfort and protection guarantees, pricing considerations, the origin of the manufacturer and several other important variables. Read on and this short buying guide will help you become an expert rash guard shopper in just a minute or two.
1. Materials and Fabric
The best rash guards are made with Lycra and Nylon, which are two fabrics that when blended together provide the optimum rash protection and flexibility. The proper composition of fabrics is about 80% Nylon and 20% Lycra, which has been scientifically tested by various rash guard manufacturers. Some companies create a garment made of spandex, or blend of spandex and cotton because those materials are cheaper than good quality Lycra. These "knock offs" of real rash guards are often poorly crafted and fall apart easily. Not to mention the limitations in SPF protection!
2. Comfort, Sizing, and Satisfaction Guarantee
Clothing items are probably the most challenging products to shop for on the internet, especially form fitting rash guards. If you order a rash guard online, or any clothing for that matter, you'd be wise to make sure the company you're dealing with offers and exchange program. When you receive your rash guard, try it on and check for any bothersome areas, scratchy surfaces, and any areas that might cause irritation. After all, we want to prevent rash not create it.
3. Rash and SPF Sun Protection
Quality rash guards offer both rash protection and a strong SPF protection. "SPF" stands for "Sun Protection Factor" which is commonly measured as a percentage of how much of the harmful UV/UVA sunlight rays are blocked. You want a rash guard with at least 95% SPF rating because this allows you to wear it without having to worry about sunscreen. The company promoting the garment should be able to guarantee the SPF rating with certification from a radiation testing laboratory.
4. Affordable Price and High Quality
Rash guard prices on the internet generally range from about $20 to about $40 in most cases. Well known brands try to charge the higher amounts because they print their logos all over them and make them look more appealing to shoppers. However, these bigger surf brands are not offering any better materials, protection, or comfort guarantees than the smaller companies who focus on quality rashguards rather than branding. If you want to pay $10-15 more for a 'logo' that's okay, but if you are just interested in a high quality rash guard with a nice color, optimal comfort, and total protection, there are companies who offer that value without the big price tag.
5. Origin - Is It "Made in USA"?
If you buy a rash guard that was manufactured overseas in places like China, you are likely signing yourself up for disappointment. Specialty Lycra fabrics and professional "flat lock" stitching is required for achieving the sun protection, durability and flexibility you want, especially if your shopping for surf rashguards. Most overseas operations have goals to mass produce rather than use careful quality control in their manufacturing. Make sure the company you buy your rash guards from displays a "Made In USA" promise.
Now that you know what to look for in a rash guard and the company selling the rash guards, feel free to begin shopping. There are many good companies out there, so how do you know where to start? Well, like any online shopping experience you can start with any references that friends have provided you, and follow the resources provided by people offering quality information around the product. Shopping for a rash guard can be fairly easy if you're using the guidelines I've just provided you, so keep your eyes open and shop smart.
Tyler Collins is Vice President of Surfing Smooth Inc, Orange County, CA. a company specializing in surfing apparel, beach wear, and sun protection technology in clothing. For rash guards and more information on sun protection, visit website: http://www.myrashguards.com
About the Author
Tyler Collins is the Vice President of Surfing Smooth Inc., a company specializing in beach wear and sun protection clothing. Collins is experienced in the sport of surfing; An industry leader of breakthough sun protection technology. He has aligned himself with revolutionary manufacturing techniques and sciences that improve garments with more advanced fabrics and stitching. Collins is extremely passionate about surfing, and he is dedicated to providing premium quality rash and sun protection apparel.
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