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Stay protected and prepared with our new OPEN SEA Impact Vest.
Its thicker foam offers extra protection and impact resistance, while large pockets and multiple attachment points keep all your essentials securely within reach. The adjustable waist strap ensures a secure, comfortable fit and allows for the attachment of a wing hook.
The REACT Impact Vest is built for riders who demand protection and comfort without restriction. Strategic padding protects where you need it most, while the thin harness zone guarantees comfort and freedom with any setup where you might need a harness, whether it be kiteboarding, wing foiling or pocket winging.
Welcome to the Team
Jade grew up in Ucluelet in Canada, where cold-water surfing is simply a way of life. Always eager to slide into a thick hooded wetsuit and paddle into a hardy winter swell—rain, shine, or snow—she thrives in the icy surf of Florencia Bay.
In 2024 at just 13, Jade already captured the Princess of the Peak crown, proving her determination and talent, and surfing with pure joy every day.
Dusty has been chasing waves since the age of 3, growing up on the beaches of Vancouver Island with surfing in his blood. Living off Tofino’s rugged coast, he thrives in the icy waters of Cox Bay, welcoming the challenge of cold conditions with a thick wetsuit and a smile. Inspired by his dad Raphael, Canada’s first pro surfer and a legend in the country’s surf community, Dusty skillfully balances progression with fun.
What Happened in the Salty Community?
No. 1
On October 24, kite foil boss Charles Brodel had himself a day in Sardinia! In the morning, he broke the Woo World Record, jumping at 37.2 meters high, before clinching second place at the Red Bull King of the Air Qualifier in the afternoon and securing a Golden Ticket for this year’s King of the Air!
No. 2: Local Adventures
Fellow Big Air rider Josh Gillitt took us off the beaten path to one of his secret spots near home for a local mission turned full send.
No. 3
Vive la France!
French surfer Eric Dargent became European Adaptative Surf Stand3 Champion in Galicia, Spain. A few weeks later, he claimed his fourth French national title!
Fellow Frenchman Ezio Bastianelli shone in his wing foiling freestyle events at the French National Championships. Reigning U16 freestyle World Champion, Ezio became national champion in the “Hopes” category, and vice-national champion in the “Open” catego
No. 4
Massive congrats to Michael Monteiro for taking out the European Rip Curl GromSearch in the Boys U14 category, held in Hossegor, France!
He has secured his ticket to the Rip Curl GromSearch International Final, which will gather continental champions in Hossegor once again from November 4th to 8th.
No. 5
Foil team fires up October!
Held in the UK, the Kernow Foil Classic, which MANERA proudly sponsored alongside F-ONE, was blessed with two days of clean swell and light offshore winds.
Tom Earl took the win in the prone foil event ahead of some seriously stiff competition, and the shot of him being carried to the podium says it all: good vibes, teamwork, and pure foiling stoke. Meanwhile, Leon Schiel lit up the wingfoil surf division to claim a well-earned second place.
Across the channel, Yann Quilfen brought home gold at the Crozon Foil Festival 2025, winning the Over-50 Men’s Downwind SUP Foil event.
No. 6
MANERA x Freeline Surf Shop
We’re stoked to announce our partnership with Freeline Surf Shop in Santa Cruz! Founded in 1969, Freeline has been family-owned and community-driven for over 50 years, and the shop now stands as a true icon of California surf culture. We’re proud to see MANERA gear on the shelves of such an authentic, ocean-rooted family business that lives and breathes the surf lifestyle.