Central Coast Boardriders Takes the Win at Home Break

MANERA is a proud sponsor of the Central Coast BoardRiders Club. We are always here to support the local surf communities, and are grateful to get the opportunity to be apart of this growing boardriders movement!

We headed up to Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo to watch the annual US BoardRiders Morro Bay at The Rock comp go down. It was a great day full of high level surf from clubs all over CA, as well as good energy from the local surf community. We were stoked to see the Central Coast BoardRiders Club take the win at their home break, Morro Rock.

We got with one of the main coaches Steve Denham after the club took the win:

“Great comp, waves, and competition with our fellow Northern region clubs @santacruzboardridersclub @venturaboardriders @sbcountyboardriders @smcboardriders ! The MVP went to our women’s squad that crushed it and got the momentum going, setting the 50’s up to dominate and put us in the lead.”

“A solid 8+ double whammy by @braden.joness in the final 20’s division iced the win. Stoked on the whole team and club. Special thanks to our sponsors @maneraamerica, @woolyspb, @dornsbreakers, @cayucoscollective, @besteverpads, @805beer. The future is local, see you in Santa Cruz.”

At MANERA, we are a family. It is not some overused marketing cliché, but rather a fact of life.

Whether it’s out on the water or in this business, we don’t forget our family and friends.
In the early days of MANERA, a small network of shops and salespeople in the community helped us grow to where we are today. They have our loyalty, and vice versa.

To protect and maintain this friendly ecosystem, we have stayed true to the local shop model for our sales approach. This includes both shopping, and supporting LOCAL.

Another huge congratulations to Central Coast Boardriders. Keep making MANERA proud!

Shop the suits to keep you warm all year long.

The MAGMA is made for cold and windy winter days. Its MAGMA+ fleece acts both as an insulator and heat generator, and dries 30% faster than a classic fleece.

It is your weapon of choice against winter.

Shop the MAGMA

Check Out Central Coast Boardriders

December 20, 2023

Manera’s Alt Range Wetsuit Redefines Performance, Warmth, and Sustainability

Source: American Surf Magazine

American Surf Magazine sat down with MANERA surfer Pete Devries, a nine-time consecutive Canadian Men’s Champion and winner of 2009 Cold Water Classic from British Columbia. Pete, titled “the ultimate cold-water surfer”, took some time to get into the characteristics and benefits of the ALT wetsuit.

The Alt Range — ALT stands for Alternative — is a greener alternative to conventional wetsuits with performance in mind.

Each wetsuit is made from 100% natural YULEX rubber. Because natural rubber is a renewable resource, it ensures a reduced environmental impact as well as a long-term supply stability.

“If there’s anyone who knows wetsuits, and if there’s anyone who knows Manera’s wide range of wetsuits — including the Alt Range — it’s Pete.” (ASM)

A glimpse into the Q & A session:

ASM: “What are a few qualities of Manera’s wetsuits overall that stand out to you?”

Pete: “I think the biggest thing that stands out about Manera’s wetsuits is the durability. They are just so solid — and made to last.

I’ve never once had a seam open up or blow out in the 5 or so years I’ve been wearing Manera. The craftsmanship is great!”

ASM: “The wetsuit market today is crowded with products. What differentiates Manera’s wetsuits from other options?“

Pete: “With Manera, there is enough stretch, durability, and warmth. It’s really the perfect combination. If you want a suit that feels great and actually lasts I’d suggest you give Manera a try.

The thing I hear time and again is how with certain brands on the market they feel amazing when you first put it on, but after two months the suit is completely blown out and over stretched … then the seams start to go. Manera’s wetsuits just last.

I’ve talked to a bunch of people in the lineups around home that love them and are super happy to have given them a chance.”

ASM: “The Yulex Pure is natural plant based rubber that is a cleaner alternative to petroleum. Do you have any thoughts on this topic, knowing that you’re surfing in sustainable and green-product compared to other wetsuit companies?“

Pete: “I think anything we can do as individuals to impact the environment in a positive way is amazing.

It’s no secret traditional neoprene is not good for the environment, so anything we can do to get away from it is great.

I’m happy Manera takes pride in working to make products that are more environmentally sustainable. Hopefully one day the whole wetsuit market will be more sustainable.”

ASM: “Wetsuits have to be flexible to allow you to do what you want on a wave — as far as flexibility and performance are concerned, what are your thoughts about the suit?“

Pete: “I really feel like they are the perfect combination of flexibility, performance and durability. There is a fine line between each and I am really happy with the way they feel.

Manera wetsuits do everything I need them to do.”

Shop the ALT

KEY FEATURES:

1 Front Zip

2 Yulex Pure®

3 SD2 Tape 2.0

4 Back knee emboss

5 Water strainer

Shop the ALT

December 20, 2023

Maxime Chabloz Takes Podium in Qatar

After an amazing season with five freestyle events worldwide, we are stoked for Swiss Manera & F-One team rider, Maxime. He finished off the ’23 competition season with two second places, and a final third on podium at the 2023 Qatar Airways GKA Freestyle Kite World Champions.

Maxime says,

“Feels good to stand on the box after missing it very slightly in the last couple of years! See you next year beloved kiteboarding!”

Major Congratulations to Maxime! We can’t wait to see what next season brings.

Check Out Maximes’ Gear Favorites

HALO HARNESS – KITE

It all started from an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of current harness technologies, regarding in particular the softshell (the classic flexible harness) and the hardshell (the rigid shell harness).

By separating the functions of “effort management” and “comfort”, we have created a harness that adapts perfectly to your body type and your movements, while offering unparalleled support.

Shop the Halo

The X10D Steamer

Best of both worlds, the 4.3mm X10D allows unrestricted movements while keeping you warm during mid-season.

The X10D is the ultimate performance wetsuit. In addition to excellent thermal protection, the X10D fleece interior gives flexibility and lightness while providing great comfort. It is perfectly adapted to any discipline where you need maximum flex because of its ability to follow the body’s movements.

Shop the Steamer

Check out the photographer

Keep up with Maxime

December 6, 2023December 6, 2023

Salty Runs in the MANERA Family

Source: Josh Wray, Men’s Journal 2023

“Temps have dropped and it’s time to pull on the ol’ 4/3. With its iconic fit, quick dry capability, and overall comfort, the Seafarer Steamer should be your top pick.”

Keep reading to learn more about Joshs’ experience with the Seafarer suit.

Stay Salty And Comfortable

“Salty is a feeling that anyone who’s spent time in the ocean understands. But, it’s more than just a feeling. It’s a way of life for some of us, including MANERA, a family-owned water sport manufacturer known for supporting local shops. Born and raised in France, MANERA was created to being in the water a true pleasure. This idea runs though their entire line-up of water sports gear– and with customers like me, too.”

Wray surfing the Bend river wave in the Seafarer suit

When The Suit Fits

“I love that MANERA works closely with local shops for sales. I grew up near a surf and skate shop in San Diego, and the smell of wetsuits is something I’ll always love, wherever I go. It will always brings me back to my roots.

Like a number of brands making larger efforts towards recycled materials and less toxic manufacturing, MANERA has stepped up the game with their Stay Green mindset. This means they don’t overproduce, repair products when possible, and make the highest-quality products that stay out of landfills.”

3D Printed for the 4D Surfer

“MANERA nailed it with the Seafarer Steamer, both in usability and design. If you’re looking for a suit that truly feels like a glove (thanks to the 3D design that’s proprietary to MANERA), allows for easy paddling, and keeps you warm or a large part of the year, I’d recommend hopping on your banana board or e-bike (if you live in San Clemente) and cruise to your local shop to try one on.

If you’re ever in the San Diego area, keep an eye out for Austin and ask him about the wetsuits. He’ll probably be sporting a camera with a long lens chilling on top of the blue MANERA van.”

More on the Seafarer

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.

Shop the Seafarer

FIND A STORE

November 28, 2023November 15, 2023

MANERA x YULEX: Making Waves in Sustainable Surf Retail

In this interview, Liz Bui (Yulex CEO), Kyrrha Martin (Yulex Director of Sales), and Austin Benke (Manera America Sales & Marketing), discussed Manera’s unique business model. They shed light on Manera’s commitment to selling exclusively through surf shops, highlighting the community and environmental benefits of their in-person approach over online sales.

“There are a lot of things to like about Manera, including their wetsuit development created with 3D technology and designed not by a wetsuit designer but by a compression garment designer. But I think where they had me was that they don’t sell their products online (no D2C) but in selected surf shops.

In my opinion this is important for 2 reasons: Community and Environment. Local surf shops have been the cornerstone of the surfing and watersports industry for decades. Most are privately owned and always open- working tirelessly and making smaller margins than consumers appreciate. It’s the place where like-minded people meet up, share experiences, and have a receptive audience. Your local surf shop is also active in their community, contributing to and hosting school and beach events for example.

Manera’s business model of in-person, surf shop, experience only is also better for the environment when you consider packaging and transport. It’s the CO2 emissions from the millions of tons of plastic wrapping, to the billions of trees that are pulped to produce the millions of tons of shipping cartons- and a very small percentage of this actually gets recycled or reused. Then consider the transport of goods and the CO2 emissions generated by e-commerce alone- consumers demand fast delivery and free returns- neither is good for the planet. By one calculation, in 2020, the shipping and return of products accounted for 37% of the total GHG emissions. Yowsa! I know in this age of e-commerce it’s hard not to survive as a business without an online store. I obviously get that too – but how can we do better?

So kudos to MANERA for intentionally swimming upstream. Surf shops and the environment are better for it.”

– Liz Bui

ALT stands for « Alternative ». We have built a greener alternative to conventional wetsuits, with performance in mind. It features a 100% natural YULEX rubber, tapped from FSC-certified Hevea trees forests. All jerseys are recycled, and the wetsuit features all our other standard sustainable processes.

The performances of the ALT are close to a MAGMA’s. We believe the ALT represents a new generation of high-performance wetsuits that has a more reasonable impact on the planet.

Watch Video

Shop the Alt

September 18, 2023September 18, 2023

ALT stands for « Alternative »

It features a 100% natural YULEX rubber. Unlike finite resources like oil and limestone, natural rubber is a renewable resource. Directly tapped from FSC-certified hevea forests without cutting them down. The performances of the ALT are close to a MAGMA’s. We believe the ALT represents a new generation of high-performance wetsuits that has a more reasonable impact on the planet.

Discover the ALT

Watch Video

Unlike finite resources like oil and limestone, natural rubber is a renewable resource. It ensures along-term supply stability as well reduced environmental impact.

The new MAGMA recycled is knitted with 45% recycled polyester. Its fleece insulates and keeps you warm even during the worst winter days.

Assembled with 100% recycled nylon, the inside jersey is a key part of the wetsuit, being in direct contact with the skin.

SD² tape 2.0 is an innovative process that brings more durability, waterproofness and flexibility to our wetsuits.

June 8, 2023June 8, 2023

PROOFLAB SURF SHOP x MANERA

ProofLab Surf Shop has consistently aimed to establish itself as a premier local destination for surf, skate, and outdoor enthusiasts. Their primary objective is to foster a sense of community and facilitate the connection between individuals and nature, while also providing top-quality equipment for the sports they are passionate about.

Check out the latest Manera Wetsuit Room Build out where our team got to showcase all of our neoprene ranges and tell the Manera story.

#supportlocalshops

“Our mission is to make the best local surf/skate/outdoor shop, focused on community building and connecting people with the outdoors“

ProofLab Surf Shop has gained a reputation for its extensive selection of surf gear, including surfboards, wetsuits, apparel, and accessories. They cater to surfers of all levels, from beginners to experienced riders. The shop offers a wide range of surfboard brands, including both traditional and alternative shapes, ensuring that customers can find the right board for their needs.

Apart from surfboards, ProofLab Surf Shop also stocks a variety of wetsuits suitable for different water temperatures and conditions. We are proud and excited about this growing partnership.

Visit ProofLab

May 19, 2023May 19, 2023

Seafarer GROMS Range

L I F E A T S E A E S S E N T I A L S

Our love story with salt water often begins in childhood.

MANERA’s main goal has always been to create products for everyone to enjoy the ocean. So, we are proud to now launch our GROMS wetsuit line, dedicated to the younger generation.

Available in 3.2, 4.3 and 5.3, our Seafarer GROMS wetsuits use the exact same materials and technologies as our adult range, all paired with MANERA’s renowned 3D fit. Warmth, comfort and durability; it’s all there.

We made no compromise so our youngsters can tackle the elements and grow their passion for our favorite sports.

Watch Video

Discover Range