Getting Started

Is my Mobile Phone Compatible with SearchGPS?
The Search GPS App currently supports Apple IOS mobile devices and Windows & Mac computers using Rip Curl Search USB Connect. System requirements (i...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:23 AM
How do I pair my SearchGPS watch with my smart phone?
The Rip Curl Search App allows you to upload your surf session data from your SearchGPS watch to the Rip Curl cloud servers using your iPhone. In addition, ...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 10:45 AM
How do I sync my SearchGPS Watch?
To sync your watch you must also download the Rip Curl Search App. iPhone Download the Rip Curl Search App from the iTunes App Store. It’s your pers...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:10 AM
Is there a Search App for my Android Phone?
Not currently, we are scoping an Android version of Rip Curl SearchGPS. When we have more information on build and available dates we will be sure to le...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 10:31 AM
What are the system requirements?
The system requirements for SearchGPS Applications are as follows. System requirements (iOS) iOS 6 and later versions iPhone 4S and later versio...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:20 AM
How does the Rip Curl SearchGPS watch work?
The Rip Curl SearchGPS watch and app are a revolutionary way to track your surf via satellite. You can now re-live your top speed, distance paddled, wav...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:19 AM
Where would I find a SearchGPS watch Instruction Manual?
Click the attachment to access SearchGPS quick start guide, or the complete instruction manual.
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:35 AM
What is the Warranty on the Search GPS watch?
Five Year Limited Warranty For warranty service please send your watch DIRECTLY to Rip Curl by certified mail. NOTE: This warranty is void if the wa...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 11:56 AM
Setting the Tide & Time
One Touch Auto-Set Set the tide and time data for your local break or 1,360 other tide locations with the One Touch Auto-Set function. Hold SELECT i...
Wed, 10 Feb, 2021 at 10:26 AM