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Manera Salty News: April ’26

DON’T MISS IT!

CARVE EXPO

May: 14-15 / 9AM – 6PM / San Diego Convention Center

Two days. One destination. Where the surf, skate, and outdoor industry gathers for authentic connections, product discovery, and the community that makes CARV different.

STOP BY AND SEE MANERA’s Latest Product Offerings at BOOTH#245 

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LIFE AT SEA ESSENTIALS

The SEAFARER brings us back to the essentials of what makes a good wetsuit, nothing more, nothing less: warmth, comfort, durability. It’s a no-bullshit wetsuit with MANERA’s renowned fit and construction. 

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BOARDSHORTS RANGE

Our men’s boardshorts range got a makeover as we head into warmer days.
It still features three models, but all have been upgraded and refined: SQUAREFLEX, HAAPITI and GAMBAS.

Designed to move seamlessly from the water to everyday life, each model delivers the right balance of performance, comfort, and freedom of movement, with fast-drying materials and careful attention to detail.

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WELCOME TO THE TEAM

Based on France’s Charente-Maritime coast, Kenzo Lamoureux grew up surfing the estuary waves with his dad and friends. He’s been competing extensively both nationally and internationally, building his surfing around consistency, solid turns, and time in the water. At home on the Wild Coast, Kenzo values surf sessions shared with friends and family above anything else.

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WHAT HAPPENED IN THE SALTY COMMUNITY?

NO. 1

Earlier this year, Dane Reynolds and U.S. team rider Dimitri Poulos rolled into the 44th annual Rincon Classic for the Pro Invitational and put on a proper show.
Dimitri took the win in the division, while Dane did what Dane does best, drawing wild lines and surfing with that unmistakable style that still turns heads every time he paddles out. The event also had a special family moment, with Dane sharing a few waves alongside his son Sammy, competing there for the first time.

Also, did you know that Dane has a podcast?
Tune into the new StabMic, a weekly-ish talk show on all things surf, featuring the world’s best, hosted by Dane and Stab Mag’s Dooma Fahrenfort.

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NO. 2- Local Adventures

“You can’t wait for perfect days in Scotland”
Gabriel Noble decided to go on a strike mission to chase some waves in the middle of an endless rain storm at home.

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NO. 3

Luca Vuillermet claimed his first GWA Wingfoil World Tour podium, finishing in third place at the opening Surf-Freestyle stop of the 2026 season in Leucate, France! After more than 10 semi-final appearances and in a strong international field of riders from 12 countries, Luca broke through when it counted to secure his spot on the podium in challenging conditions and consistent light winds.

NO. 4

Maxime Chabloz, our kiteboarding and freeride skiing powerhouse, has officially qualified for the 2027 Freeride World Tour! After a tough 2025 season marked by difficult runs that ultimately led to relegation to the Challenger Series, Maxime spent the past year battling his way back stop after stop. A pretty incredible comeback for the 2022 world champion, who is the proof that determination always pays off.

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NO. 5

Feast your eyes on some good surfing by Dimitri Poulos.
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MANERA Seafarer: Dane Reynolds Approved

Dane Reynolds needs no introduction in the surfing world. Born and bred in southern 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.

Watch below to see @sealtooth break down why the MANERA Seafarer range is his go-to year round #manerawatermen
Don’t forget to Visit your #localsurfshop today to discover @manerawatermen

“I like it because it’s very flexible, got really good neoprene, no lining which I prefer for the flexibility- The 3/2 really is the perfect suit for California.” – Dane Reynolds

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MANERA: Back to Essentials- The NEW Seafarer

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. 

The SEAFARER brings us back to what makes a good wetsuit- nothing more, nothing less: warmth, comfort, durability. It’s a no-bullshit wetsuit with MANERA’s renowned fit and construction.

If you are looking for a high-performance wetsuit at an affordable price, this is the right choice.

Available in mens, womens, and grom styles in a variety of styles and thicknesses, we guarantee you’ll find the suit for you.

Key Features:

  1. Front Zip
  2. X10D fleece Plus
  3. SD2 TAPE 2.0
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Surfline Review: The MANERA Seafarer

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This past week, Surfline reviewers, John and Lauren took the Seafarer out for a spin in Santa Cruz, CA. They paid special attention to the 3-D fitting of the suit, the warmth and durability over a long surf session, and overall aspects of the 4/3. Check it out below!

All Photo and Video by Lawrence Rickford
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“Wetsuits are an essential and expensive element of surfing. The wrong choice can hurt your wallet and your experience. This week, two Northern California reviewers geared up at Pleasure Point in Santa Cruz to try Manera’s latest Seafarer+ Steamer 4/3 wetsuit.”

“Manera designs their wetsuits in 3D to better contour the body. To simplify, the difference between 2D and 3D is depth. Outside of Manera, wetsuits are made with 2D patterns, which are flat, non-dimensional patterns that only account for height and length. 3D patterns add depth to create space for the body’s curves, allowing it to move with you as a second skin.”

How Does the Seafarer Fit?

“John: I found the sizing pretty consistent. This is a really buttery, supple suit. I think other suits can feel kind of stiff. In comparison to other 4/3’s I’ve had, this one actually felt thinner. Sometimes it feels like there’s a lot of rubber and you feel like the Michelin Man. With this suit I noticed it less, it almost felt like I was wearing a 3/2.

Lauren: It’s a tight snug fit, yet flexible, which comes with its pros and cons. It’s not an easy suit to get in and out of, but once you’re in, it’s airtight and waterproof. The closure on the chest zip got stuck in my hair a few times, so tie your hair up before pulling it over.”

Post Surf Session Review

“John: This was my first time putting on the Seafarer+. I had surfed the two days prior in my previous 4/3 and the Seafarer+ felt easier to paddle and move in. On top of that, I was super warm in it and I didn’t have any problems with flushing. It felt really fitted to my body and I was able to move very naturally. This suit is sealed really nicely, which to me, matters more than anything else.

Lauren: I’ve been surfing in it for a couple of months now. I didn’t get cold the entire session, and I’m always the first one on all my friends to get out of the water. I totally agree with John, this suit feels more like a 3/2 in terms of mobility but kept me warm like a 4/3.”

Who Needs the Seafarer?

“John: This is a good daily suit to have. I’ll wear it with a detachable hood on colder days. Over the weekend, I put this wetsuit in my suitcase and noticed how lightweight and compact it was. It’s actually making me question if that thick fleece lining in other 4/3’s is necessary or if it’s just extra bulk.

Lauren: If you’re a cold water shortboarder, I’d recommend a hood with this suit. If it had a hood, this would have been the perfect suit for me because it would give me that head to toe warmth, and I think flushing would happen less. This is a great wetsuit anyone who doesn’t need to worry about the cold water as much, surfs smaller waves, or uses a board with more volume.”

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