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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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Introducing the Manera CLASSIC

Introducing the CLASSIC, the new wetsuit in our range and the gateway into the MANERA experience.

It delivers everything you need to enjoy your sessions to the fullest: warmth, stretch, and comfort, with the perfect 3D fit and attention to detail MANERA is known for. Light and flexible, the CLASSIC features reliable C-FOAM neoprene, soft XTEND fleece, and SD2 taping only where it’s truly needed. A no-nonsense wetsuit for riders seeking trusted yet accessible performance, the CLASSIC is built to keep you out there, session after session.

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Available from 5.4.3 to 3.2, Back-zip and front-zip.

This wetsuit delivers everything you need to enjoy your time on the water to the fullest: warmth, stretch, and comfort, with the perfect 3D-fit and attention to detail MANERA is known for.

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Inherent Bummer: A Conversation with South African Pro Surfer Brendon Gibbens

Inherent Bummer, January 2026

Check out the full piece on Substack for the full original content HERE. Brendon Gibbens is a MANERA rider, and we are proud to support his journey!

A Conversation with South African Pro Surfer Brendon Gibbens

Cowabunga, Cape Town and the What Youth years.

“Brendon Gibbens is the most polite surfer on planet earth. Years ago when I met him, he came into our office and was so kind and unassuming I figured he was merely a family friend of Vissla team manager Corban Campbell. By the end of the meeting I put it together and we watched some clips of Brendon. Mind blown. “That’s you?” I think I asked him.

From that moment on, Brendon was in. He become part of the What Youth generation, bringing an enthusiasm, skillset and accent none of us could replicate. He always maintained his kind, unassuming demeanor…until he hit a dance floor — where he dominated. Stories of his solo dancing made their way around the world and he’s maintained his status as one of the most likable professional surfers of all-time and his technical forehand air games remains top notch. He was a star in Kai Neville’s Cluster and Joe G’s Strange Rumblings and will always be one of our favorite people.”

“He has a new video called Cowabunga out and you must go watch it below. Cape Town is beautiful and Beeg still has it. It was a pleasure to catch up with him and I thought I’d share.

Travis Ferré: So first things first — Cowabunga. How did you land on that title?

Brendon Gibbens: Going back as far as when Dillon and I made The Dill & Beeg Project, I’ve always liked silly quirky titles. The videos have kind of a serious tone because it is still my livelihood, I guess, but I’m just trying to find the balance between taking the whole process seriously but also having fun with it and not being too serious. So Cowabunga is what I came up with [laughs].”

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“What’s your day-to-day look like? You’ve been back [living in Cape Town] for a while now, right?

Yeah, I left Costa Mesa almost four years ago now. It’s insane how time goes by. Surfing still takes precedence over everything. My folks run a guest house here which I help them with, and I have a few projects of my own that I dedicate time and effort towards. But primarily surfing still takes precedence. I’m still with Monster Energy, Manera, Octo. There’s a cool crew of youngsters here that inspire me to surf too.”

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Manera Salty News: December ’25

Salty Holidays​

We hope you all had a good holiday break, full of good food, good people, and maybe a sneaky session or two. We wrapped up 2025 in style, and 2026 is already in motion. Here’s to many more salty memories!

Salty New Year

Ready to Escape

The new Desert Cap takes sun protection further with an added neck flap to shield your neck and ears from harmful rays. Made from lightweight, waterproof boardshort material, this cap stays secure in strong winds and duckdives while keeping you cool with breathable materials and ventilation holes.
Its versatile 2-in-1 design lets you tuck the flp away for a more classic look, making it perfect for any adventure in or out of the water.

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What happened in the salty community?

No. 1

The latest edition of The Surfer’s Journal spotlights photographer Marcus Paladino, his journey and life behind the lens in remote Tofino, with an in-depth profile and a selection of exclusive photographs, all set in the cold-water world he shares with surfer Pete Devries.

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No. 2

Local Adventures

PNW adventure with Christopher Macdonald.

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No. 3

Our ripping groms Michael Monteiro, Jade Rosene and Cash Souter all competed at the ISA World Junior Surfing Championships in Punta Rocas, Peru, representing Italy, Canada and the USA, respectively.

Cash and Team USA brought home Team Silver, while Michael scored a massive 9.33 in the opening heat of his U-16 boys Repechage Round 1, showcasing “impressive speed management as he delivered mature top-to-bottom backhand surfing.”

No. 4

The first DEFI WIND in Argentina was a full-on celebration of wind, sport, and community. Supported by F-ONE Argentina, MANERA Argentina, and GPX Store, 83 participants brought energy both on the water and off. After a calm Saturday, Sunday unleashed 20–35 knot winds, challenging 35 riders and giving everyone a chance to try new gear, connect, and share the stoke.

No. 5

It’s awards season 🏆! Catalina Turienzo, Olympian pro kitefoiler, was awarded the Female Sailing Athlete of the Year Award by the Argentinian Olympic Committee, the Olimpia de Plata 2025 Award, and the Jorge Newbery Yachting 2025 Award!

No. 6

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Cowabunga — a new surf film by Brendon Gibbens.

Return to the Bering — the sequel to the award winning “Island X”, taking a handful of surfers, including Pete Devries, to a tiny, even more remote island in the Bering Sea to investigate rumors of perfect waves.

Our team just got back from a pretty epic trip and photoshoot.
Stay tuned.

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Manera Salty News: November ’25

READY TO ESCAPE

Stash and shred with the new POCKET WING BELT.
Its 2-in-1 design as both a harness and gear storage features a large pocket to stow your sail, another for your bar, and an additional bar holder, all in a low-profile, comfortable fit for both left- and right-handed riders.

Pocket Wing Belt

Discover our Impact Vest range, built for confidence, protection and freedom.
From potential crashes to long downwind runs, our impact vests are built to keep you safe and comfortable.

Impact Vests

Welcome to the team!

Scottish surfer and triathlete Israel Noble grew up in Fraserburgh alongside his younger brother Gabriel, immersed in a surf-loving family. Thriving in Scotland’s raw and unpredictable conditions, he has developed a sharp, competitive style that recently earned him the U18 Scottish Surfing Champion title. While also introduced to triathlon by his dad at age eight, and still very dedicated to this demanding sport, surfing remains his anchor, from chasing waves at Thurso East to sharing memorable sessions with family.

Gabriel Noble began surfing in 2020 and has quickly risen through the ranks, already representing Scotland at the 2024 European Junior Championships. Based in Fraserburgh, he was hooked from his first wave and now thrives on Scotland’s challenging conditions, always keeping it fun no matter the forecast. With a love for airs, foiling, and chasing perfect reef breaks, Gabriel embodies a positive spirit, reminding us all that the best surfer is the one having the most fun.

No. 1

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Our Big Air riders Charles Brodel and Josh Gillitt went all-in at this year’s Red Bull King of the Air competition. Riding his foil, Charles kicked things off against reigning world champion and eventual winner, Lorenzo Casati. He moved to round two, packing his heat with ten powerful tricks, but bowed out by just 0.28 points. Josh also saw his run end in round two, leaving absolutely everything on the water. We couldn’t be prouder of the performance, progression, and heart these two put on display!

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No. 2: Local Adventures

Yann Quilfen knows how to put every part of his foil to work, Brittany-style.
Always with salted butter, of course.

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No. 3

After clinching the European title a few weeks ago, French surfer Eric Dargent became Vice-World Champion in Surf Stand3 for the fifth time in his career during the 2025 Para Surfing World Championships in Oceanside, California. On top of it, the French squad claimed the team title in the overall rankings for the third time in a row!

No. 4

Massive congrats to Catalina Turienzo for winning gold at the 2025 Formula Kite Youth World Championships in the Azores. Turienzo, already a double youth world champion, was determined to defend her crown and did just that!

No. 5

Maxime Chabloz was on fire at the GKA Kite World Tour Freestyle World Cup Taíba 2025! Coming in as the reigning world champion, he delivered clean tricks, incredible height, and flawless execution, even earning the sole 10.0 of the entire meet on his massive Backmobe 9. After three days of steady winds and fierce competition, Maxime finished 3rd in an all-time high-level final.

No. 6: Manera X Yüth Magazine

Want to ride in a fresh MANERA wetsuit?

We are teaming up with Yüth Magazine for this giveaway. All you have to do is head to Instagram, follow both MANERA and Yüth Magazine accounts, and tag 3 friends in the comments of this post.
A winner will be picked in the coming days. Try your luck!

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