Rip Curl

Gate-side surf gear near T1 international departures

Rip Curl sits airside in Perth’s T1 international zone, an easy stop if your gate is in the main long-haul pier. It’s a straight shot from security, about a 2–3 minute walk once you clear duty free. Think last‑minute surf wear, beach clothing, and casual travel gear rather than heavy luggage or business kit.

Opening hours generally track T1’s long-haul bank, with doors open from early morning check-in waves through late-night departures past 22:00 when the last Asia flights push. If you’re on an overnight flight to Dubai, Doha, or Singapore from T1, you usually still catch it open. Staff adjust times slightly to match outbound schedules on busy holiday periods.

Pricing lands solidly in Australian airport territory: expect basic t‑shirts in the AUD 35–50 range, caps around AUD 25–30, and boardshorts closer to AUD 70–90. Seasonal sale racks sometimes knock 20–40% off last season’s colours, so it’s worth a 30‑second scan if you already like the brand. Bigger items like backpacks run well over AUD 100, roughly in line with high-street Rip Curl stores.

Stock skews to warm‑weather gear: rash vests, UV tops, and flip‑flops for Bali and Phuket runs, plus lightweight hoodies for cooler evening flights. You won’t find hardcore hardware like full surfboard setups, but you can grab smaller accessories such as travel wallets, dry bags, and stickers that fit easily in a cabin bag. Sizes are standard Australian fits, from roughly XS to XXL on core lines.

Tip: if you’re eyeing a bulkier hoodie or backpack, check your airline’s 7 kg or 10 kg cabin allowance first and aim to buy after you’ve already cleared the final carry-on weigh at T1 check-in.