Here at F-ONE and Manera, we were proud sponsors of the inaugural SF Foil Paddle Challenge, a stoked-filled event that brought together the local foil community for a day of competition and connection! The event kicked off with energy and enthusiasm, and we were thrilled to support athletes pushing the limits of downwind paddle foiling in one of the most iconic and challenging venues in the world.
Read the full article by Andy Forquer HERE!
“This past weekend marked something we’ve never seen before: California’s first official downwind SUP foil race. A 10-mile course at the intersection of a pristine waterway starting at Crissy Field, crossing between Alcatraz and Angel Islands, and finishing in Berkeley. Full safety and support from 5 boats, a talented roster of riders, and a finish line that brought together stoke, speed, and community.”
“This was a huge success for a first year event in a sport as niche as downwind sup-foiling – 20 unassisted finishers completing the FULL 10-mile course in under 90 minutes. Furthermore we had 6 foilers compete in the SPRINT division – which covers the best section of the course – 4 miles of clean wind-swell stretching from Treasure Island to HS Lordships.
This race was a coming together of the passionate dw-foil community that has been building quietly across the West Coast for the last few years. Last year a grassroots showdown in Pismo Beach was held between NorCal / SoCal in early 2024 summer. Building on that momentum NorCal held an official race on Saturday, June 07 2025 – with many of the early Bay Area downwind pioneers in attendance.
Riders traveled in from throughout the West Coast (SoCal, Santa Cruz, Portland, Seattle), with some arriving days early to train and study the course. The energy across the week was enthusiastic and stoked: part regatta, part foil-festival, and part proving-ground for a sport that’s rapidly leveling up.”
“Thank you to F-One & Manera for donating the Offshore Vest and Deflater Bag for our 3rd place main-prize, as well as other accessories to recognize other racers & volunteers.”
A huge thank you to everyone who brought the inaugural SF Foil Paddle Challenge to life! It was an honor to support such an incredible event and be part of a growing movement in the foil community. We’re already looking forward to next year!
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