POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard - Wear-Resistant Elbow Pads and Anchor Loop
The POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard uses UPF 50+ high-performance Lycra with a heavyweight flatlock construction and a nylon-neoprene pattern fabric that sits comfortably against the skin across longer sessions. Two features set it apart from a standard rash guard - 3mm wear-resistant ripstop panels from elbow to wrist, and a non-slip rubber waistband with a 10mm board short anchor loop.
The elbow pads reduce abrasion from board contact during prone bodyboarding and bodysurfing, protecting both the skin and the garment across regular use. The waistband and anchor loop keep the rash guard in position through movement in the water without requiring adjustment between sets.
Features
- 3mm ripstop elbow pads - wear-resistant padded panels from elbow to wrist, reduce abrasion from board contact in prone bodyboarding and bodysurfing conditions
- Non-slip rubber waistband - sits at the hip and holds position through movement without rolling or shifting
- 10mm board short anchor loop - ties to board shorts to keep the rash guard from riding up through active sessions
- UPF 50+ sun protection - high-performance Lycra blend shields skin during extended time in the sun
- Nylon-neoprene pattern fabric - rip-resistant, comfortable against the skin, maintains shape through regular saltwater and pool use
- Heavyweight flatlock stitching - reduces seam bulk and friction against the skin across longer sessions
Rash Guard Sizing
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Body Length (cm) | Arm Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 88 | 78 | 52 | 65 |
| Medium | 92 | 80 | 54 | 67 |
| Large | 96 | 84 | 55 | 70 |
| Extra Large | 100 | 88 | 56 | 72 |
View how to measure for the POD Rash Guard here.
Care
- Rinse in fresh water after every use to remove salt and chlorine residue
- Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent
- Air dry in the shade - avoid direct sunlight and high heat
- Do not tumble dry or iron the elbow pad panels
Bundle Options
The POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard is available in the following bundles.
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Brilliant
Really happy with the product. Good fit. Looks good. Stylish. 5 stars!
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Intelligent design
It's a lightweight marvel, a well designed rashguard with sneaky labeling (it would have taken careful lighting to get the words and logo to show up so well) and important extras: the neatly sewn 2 cm rubber strip around the waist with a slightly more robust than usual boardshort connector. Plus the thin board-gripping pad material on the forearms. On the inside, it feels the same as the regular fabric, and the pad is flexible. Useful.
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A sturdy rarity
Rashguards have mostly become fairly standard, the main issue being whether they have an anchor loop to help keep the rashie down/shorts up. The POD's fabric is somewhat heavier than some (perhaps a white version for hot weather might be nice). Plenty stretchy. The rubber waist strip is something I've seen only on a few Hurley rash guards. It's useful. The elbow to wrist pad looks and feels, on the outside, like the knee pads of a quality surfing wet suit. It's definitely backed by thin, soft neoprene. I'm not aware of anything quite like it on the market. I'm anticipating a bit of improvement in board control and comfort.
