Shared Values, Shared Future: Sustainable Surfing Beyond the Boards
FUNNER was built on a simple idea: surfboards can be crafted without toxic materials—and without compromise. But sustainable surfing is more than the boards we ride. It’s the gear we carry, the wetsuits that keep us warm, the fins that drive our turns, and even the food and drink we share after a session. Every choice shapes our collective footprint, and progress in each of these realms is what will truly move surfing forward.
Fortunately, there are brands leading the way. FARO, MANERA, Futures, and Public Coast Brewing Co. are among the best—companies proving that performance and sustainability can thrive side by side. They reflect the same world we believe in: one where innovation respects the ocean, and responsibility is built into every product. Here’s why we love them—and why we think you will too.
FARO Wetsuit Dry Bag Waterproof Backpack (30L)
Cold-water surfing means hauling gear that rarely dries. FARO’s Wetsuit Dry Bag Backpack solves that problem with simplicity and style, keeping your wetsuit contained while protecting everything else. Their sustainability edge is simple: durability over disposability. Backed by their Craftsmanship Guarantee, FARO builds gear to last, repair, and stay out of the landfill. In a culture where most accessories wear out too fast, FARO proves that well-made gear is the most sustainable gear.
Manera SEAFARER 5.4.3 Hooded Wetsuit
Surfing in the Pacific Northwest is not for the faint of heart. The Manera SEAFARER 5.4.3 Hooded wetsuit is trusted in frigid waters because it delivers warmth and flexibility without compromise. Its sustainability anchor lies in healthier materials and cleaner production. By using Aqua Glue—a water-based adhesive instead of solvent-based glue—Manera eliminates harmful VOCs, creating a safer workplace and a cleaner wetsuit against your skin. It’s a wetsuit that works hard in the water while working responsibly on land.
Futures Alpha Netplus Fins
Fins may be small, but their impact is massive. Futures’ Alpha Netplus fins are made from recycled fishing nets, taking one of the ocean’s most harmful plastics out of circulation and transforming it into high-performing surf equipment. Every set of Netplus fins represents plastic pulled from the sea and put back into use—proof that circular design can reduce waste while enhancing performance. By choosing these fins, surfers ride with confidence knowing their gear contributes to cleaner oceans, not more plastic in them.
Public Coast Brewing Co.
After long sessions in icy water, there’s nothing like gathering with friends over a campfire pint. Public Coast Brewing Co., based in Cannon Beach, Oregon, makes that moment even better with craft beverages rooted in local sourcing and sustainable practices. By working with regional farmers, minimizing their supply chain footprint, and supporting coastal communities, Public Coast proves that brewing can be every bit as responsible as it is refreshing. For FUNNER, their drinks represents more than good taste—it’s a celebration of connection, stewardship, and the shared culture of the Pacific Northwest.
Surfing Forward
From dry bags to wetsuits, fins to pints, the choices we make shape the future of surfing. FARO, MANERA, Futures, and Public Coast show that performance and sustainability can move together—and that’s exactly the mission we hope to inspire in our upcoming brand video. Because surfing isn’t just about the boards we ride, it’s about the world we’re building around them.
Surf Air. Not Foam.
🎥 Watch the FUNNER brand film, launching soon.