What an amazing year we had in the F-One & MANERA community! We’re bubbling over with excitement over the new year and these 365 new days to create unforgettable salty memories. Bring on 2025!
What happened in December?
Welcome Dane!
Dane Reynolds needs no introduction in the surfing world. Born and bred in southern California, he is known for his “go for broke”, intuitive, progressive and explosive style, making him one of the most exciting and imaginative surfers today. Always following his intuition, everything he does has his own electric style, whether tearing down a wave or making surf films. MORE ABOUT DANE
Scan the Product
“Scan the product” is a series of short videos explaining how we built our product ranges and their characteristics. Discover our neoprene range, featuring the Seafarer, X10D and MAGMA wetsuits.
What happened in the Salty Community?
Maxime Chabloz is the 2024 Kite Freestyle World Champion!
“I’m world champion, that’s all I can think of right now. It’s something I’ve been dreaming about since I discovered kiting. I think I was seven years old, and I wanted to be the best kiter in the world. It was my biggest dream in life, and it finally happened. It’s been such a journey. But the longer the journey, the sweeter the victory.“
Charles Brodel made history by being the first rider on a hydrofoil to compete in the Red Bull King of the Air 2024!
Charles was undoubtedly the talk of the town as he pushed the boundaries of Big Air kiteboarding, delivered massive tricks in epic conditions, and took on the runner-up of the event in round 3.
Justine Dupont participated in the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational for the second time, held in Waimea Bay on December 22, charging massive waves and, at times, dealing with equally massive wipeouts. Justine was amongst the 10 waterwomen invited to this mythical big wave event.
“I’m happy that I went for it,” she said. “It was my goal to go on a big one. I couldn’t make the drop; I’m so bummed. I’ve never really wiped out on a big one paddling — but I did it during The Eddie Aikau. Next one I want to make it. It’s amazing to be part of this event.” – JD
Need something to watch this month?
Fun First
Coming from an authentic surf family, Ian Fontaine has however managed to develop his own surfing style. His family instilled in him a love for the ocean and a passion for competition from a young age; both have never wavered. His brothers were his first coaches and without them, he would have likely ended up playing football.
Ian Fontaine continues to explore the coasts of his dear Brittany in the search of some wild spots and fun waves to tackle. And although the videos are in French, the language of surf is fairly universal!
