GEAR REVIEW Rashguard Insight 51 Review – Surf Mei Mei 

Insight51 Rashguard/ Swimtop  Model Rear View

Insight51
Rashguard/ Swimtop
Model Rear View

Type: Rashguard

Brand: Insight 51
This Sydney-based lifestyle brand focuses on fashionable but affordable swimwear and clothing. Their collection themes change by season but overall designs are inspired by the 90’s surf and skate sub culture.
Look: Cropped Swim top/ Rashguard (Hux Wet Tee)
Price:  $60
Function: This cute cropped top can be worn as a rashgruad over a swimming suit when surfing
Pros
  • Elastic band under the bra line with soft silicone to prevent the suit rises up
  • Double lined
  • Stays on nicely with 2-3ft. waves
Cons
  • Sleeves are not elasticated so will rise up as you paddle
  • Quality of the material and finish are mediocre and not made to last for more than one season
Insight 51  Inside Bra-line Detail View

Insight 51
Inside Bra-line Detail View

Verdict
Wear a one-piece swimsuit underneath the cropped top to avoid chaffing

A cute colorful print and design that will add to the ever-expanding surfer girl wardrobe
SUMMARY
Style – Cropped Top (Rashguard)
Material – Shell: 80% Nylon, 20% Spandex | Lining: 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex
Size – True to size
Coverage – Chest and Arms only
Sunbathing – Not suitable
Surfing – Yes, 2-3ft. fun conditions
UV protection – Not mentioned
What would we do? 

We would buy now, wear now while summer is still in full force.

Insight 51  Swimtop/ Rashguard

Insight 51
Swimtop/ Rashguard