Get to know the names behind the spray. From rising groms to East Coast chargers and global icons, these three MANERA riders each bring their own flavor to the lineup. With new edits dropping, here’s your chance to meet Cash Souter, Ryan Leopold, and Dane Reynolds.
Born and raised in North Carolina, Cash Souter is an Outer Banks grom with a passion for surfing, skating, and protecting the ocean. A member of the USA Junior National Surfing Team, Cash started competing in 2020 and quickly made a name for himself with his constant stoke and willingness to charge hard on every wave. When he’s not surfing, you’ll catch him at the skatepark or fishing. Always working on his skills and flow, Cash keeps it positive in and out of the water, spreading good vibes wherever he goes.
Based in North Carolina, Ryan Leopold is all about chasing barrels and keeping it real, literally. A core member of the REAL Watersports crew, Ryan is the go-to guy when it comes to testing surfboards, creating content and sharing his feedback with the community, often logging waves on a new shape before the sun sets. When he’s not in the lineup, he’s spearfishing, hunting, or tending to his organic garden, staying connected to nature. Rooted in the tight-knit East Coast surf scene, Ryan likes to stay grounded with his love for cold-water tubes, good friends, and spontaneous adventures.
Dane Reynolds needs no introduction in the surfing world. Born and bred in Central California, Dane is known for his “go for broke”, intuitive, progressive and explosive style, making him one of the most exciting and imaginative surfers today.
Unapologetically himself and always following his intuition, everything Dane does has his own style. He went on tour young, and quickly realized he wasn’t about it. He went off in his own direction afterwards, carving out his own unique path to become an electric free surfer and a reference in the world of surf films – his other favorite creative outlet besides surfing.
These essentials are weapons against the elements. They are designed to make you ride and surf longer in total comfort, whether it’s to fight the cold, the wind or UV rays.
You can ride without, but you’ll always feel better with them!
“Being part of this story with so many amazing and inspiring women motivates me to want more and more.”
– Marcela Witt
JULIETTE LACOME
I find that women in surfing, or indeed in any water sport, have taken on a much more important role than they did a few years ago.
Before, looks were one of the most important factors if you wanted to succeed as a woman.Now, performance is much more significant.
There’s a lot more respect and opportunities opening up for us. In fact, it should be normal for everyone to be considered in sports. Past generations and even still today’s have had to fight to get the same Prize Money and recognition as men. It’s not perfect yet, and there’s room for improvement, but it’s a good start.
MÔ CHAUVIN
In the water, we’re all united by the same passion, the same energy that drives us to surpass ourselves and live each moment to the fullest.
Women bring a certain finesse and creativity that enriches the riding world. I’m convinced that the future will be increasingly inclusive, with great opportunities for all those who dare. It’s the woman era!
SANNA HORVALLIUS
It took me a while to confidently believe that I belonged in the water. Once I did, it influenced how I held myself on land more than I could have ever imagined.
Our oceans hold a lot of space for anyone who is willing to invest time, no matter how you do it. It’s common ground. For me, it is not so much about what gender you are, but rather what attitude you have.
As a woman, it’s for sure challenging sometimes. But the top woman in the world is doing such a great job pushing the limits and changing the narrative on what women surfers are. So rather than focusing on what men think about us, I choose to focus on how hard we, women of the seas, are working to push women surfing forward. What the women did at pipeline earlier this year has inspired me so much and expanded the thoughts I had for myself!
I’d rather focus on the positives and the opportunities ahead. More and more communities are created by women for women, with the purpose of believing in our place in our oceans. That just fills my soul so much! It is so inspiring.
JUSTINE DUPONT
For me it isn’t a question of men or women, it’s more a question of will.
To perform, it’s more about striking a balance between motivation, technique, strength, flexibility, experience, mindset, being well-surrounded, etc. The important thing is to feel like you belong and to feel good there. As far as I am concerned, I belong on the wave.
MIA MCMAHON
Being a woman in surfing has meant constantly proving I belong.
Early on, I had to fight for waves, for respect, and for space in a lineup that wasn’t always welcoming. I’ve had moments of frustration—getting overlooked, underestimated, or dismissed—but those moments also made me stronger.
Women in action sports bring more than just talent. We bring resilience. We bring community. We bring change. We push through the doubts, support each other, and demand the same respect and opportunities as men.
But beyond strength, there’s something undeniably beautiful about the way women move in sport. There’s a grace, a flow, an artistry that is uniquely ours. Whether it’s the way we draw lines on a wave, the way we navigate risk with instinct and intuition, or the way we balance power with elegance—femininity in sport is not a weakness, it’s a force.
The future is ours to take. More women are charging bigger waves, claiming more space, and rewriting the rules. We’re not asking to be included anymore—we’re already here, and we’re not going anywhere.
MARCELA WITT
Passion, dedication, persistence, emotional balance, patience … These are some of the qualities an athlete needs to strive for.
But what about being a woman in this sport? Sometimes, I wonder if it is harder to get on the podium or to be respected. We are not only judged on our performances, but also on our clothes, our bodies, the way we talk, with whom we socialize, our sexual choices, and even how we spend our money.
We are a minority in this sport, although not for being more fragile or because we chose different sports than people expected when we were children. The first marathon took place in 1896, but no women were allowed to participate. It took almost a hundred years for that to happen. The first woman only participated in a marathon in 1967, but she did not mention her gender when she signed up. It is only in 1972 that women were allowed to take part in the marathon events.
Like Athenian women who were forbidden to participate in any sporting event as competitors or spectators (under death penalty), we were supposed to dedicate ourselves to our household, husband, and children.
In 2021, we are still far from equality in sports, from being respected to getting paid equally, and that is because of our gender. We have progressed a lot lately, and we are slowly but surely making room for ourselves. Several sports already offer the same prize money, like in tennis or surfing.
I have seen more and more women in the water. I feel we are breaking down many barriers, but we still have a long way to go.
This sport made me a much stronger and more independent person. I have travelled around the world as a kiteboarder, and I feel the joy and pain of being a woman in the water. And in the end, after all, it’s beautiful!
This is just the beginning and being part of this story with so many amazing and inspiring women motivates me to want more and more.
CHARLOTTE CONSORTI
Women are just as committed. They ride the same storm, the same waves, the same gusts, but they will always set themselves apart with this hint of softness that emanates from them.
Women in the riding world bring aesthetics into the sport. Often less physical but more technical, their tricks are more fluid and prettier.
The very first “OFF THE LIP” Canadian groms surf circuit is here, located in Tofino, British Columbia! Here at MANERA, we are passionate about supporting youth in their surfing, progressing their skills and knowledge through competitive surfing, mentors, friendships, and more!
Here are the official SUPER GROM Winter dates for 2025🏆
March 8 & 9th April 12 & 13th (The final, subject to change)
MANERA @ Off the Lip
U10 | U12 | U14 | U18| Open
You can register for any of the three events; however, for the overall championship rankings, the competitor who has participated in all 3 events most likely will have higher points in the circuit. At the end of all 3 events the champion of each division will be crowned.
Bing Surfboards was founded in 1959 by Bing Copeland in the South Bay of Los Angeles. The original storefront was right on the strand in Hermosa Beach. It was quite small, with about 15-20 boards in the showroom and the shaping rooms were in the back just behind the register. Back then we didn’t sell any type of clothing or accessories, just surfboards. We have never carried any big-box wetsuit brands. When we first learned about MANERA and its line of products, it seemed like a great fit for a wide range of consumers looking for high-quality wetsuits and accessories. We also appreciated the minimalist branding and clean color palette used on everything. Once we were shown the history and design process that MANERA has, it was a done deal. We knew they’d be great partners.”
Demo Details
The second round of “San O Sundays” is just around the corner, so mark your calendars! We’ll have over 20 boards to ride, pit crew @condorthefish and @greylockwoodphoto will be on hand to answer any questions and get you dialed, plus the whole thing is 100% FREE.
Sunday, February 23rd 7am – 12pm
First come first serve, must have a credit card & ID to shred.
MANERA AND DANE REYNOLDS ARE FOCUSED ON SUPPORTING SURF SHOPS.
Partnering with pro surfer and surf shop owner Dane Reynolds, Manera is doubling down on our mission to preserve the core surf retail community. As we move into 2025, our focus remains on fostering organic growth, deepening retail partnerships, and promoting sustainability. In an interview with Building the Revolution, Manera’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Austin Benke, discusses why the brand prioritizes surf shops, its plans for the future, and how it aims to uphold its values in an evolving industry.
Manera was proud to be apart of “All Spruced Up”, a film focused on highlighting a group of dedicated female surfers in the Pacific Northwest region. The PNW is known for beautiful scenery and empty waves, but that comes with the cost of harsh terrain and challenging wave conditions practically year round. These for women showcase what it means to be dedicated surfers on the Oregon coast. Manera worked with a new retail partner Nehalem Surf Shop to bring the local surf community together for a very special evening!
MANERA x Nehalem Surf Works
Athletes – Jen Yih (@jenniferyih) Sophia Knox (@kookwithakamera) Kelly White (@wonderingpinecone) Toni Aguiar (@_toniaguiar)
The new SEAFARER brings us back to the essentials. The range has also been expanded, with new models and thicknesses. It has everything you’re looking for, and more.
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Available in mens, womens, and grom styles in a variety of styles and thicknesses, we guarantee you’ll find the suit for you.
