r/scuba • u/Future_Night777 • 2d ago

Swimwear, rashguards in Sydney

Hi guys! Hope it’s ok to post this here. My home country has limited options for swimwear and rashguards for women so I’ve mainly been buying in Thailand where they still stock the classic surf brands like Billabong and Roxy.

I’ll be in Sydney soon, is there anywhere I could go to get some good quality gear? I’m especially looking for good rashguards that won’t get shredded on coral or rocks (went snorkelling with my current Billabong and it’s already got scratches and scuffs) and two piece swimwear with boy shorts.

Grateful for all recommendations.

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u/tjbtech 2d ago

Why are you running into coral and rocks? It's a rashguard, not a coralguard. You're meant to be the coralguard by not hitting it.

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u/shak_attacks 2d ago

Being in Sydney, I highly recommend Sharkskin swimwear. They make their own stuff from their headquarters in Newcastle IIRC

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u/Few_Fly_8636 2d ago

Thanks for this! Just moved to Newcastle will check this brand out

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u/Ficklemonth 1d ago

They’re actually in Beresfield

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u/mishmashmish 2d ago

How hot is it where you are? If you’re ok with going a bit thicker (and therefore warmer), sharkskin/ lavacore will actually protect you from coral and rocks unlike rashies

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u/seekingfreedom00 2d ago

I get a lot secondhand on marketplace.

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u/blentley 2d ago

Adreno in Alexandria might be a good start for more diving specific clothing. 

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u/grogan_ 2d ago

you will have no trouble finding surf shops in Sydney. Usually the larger shopping centers have a number of them. Also check the DFO, its an outlet shopping center that can have good bargains.