in a reverse synergistic rebranding Marc will change his name to Jason and join JP

The industry is facing a critical time and unfortunately some difficult decisions have been made.

Presumably Duotone are referring to the Windsurfing Industry and the influence the growth in wing foiling is having on windsurfing gear sales.

It will be interesting to see what Marc has to say when he comes on the podcast in a few days.

If a brand can afford him, I think he is worth his weight in gold. Future world champion potential, content creator, tester and seemingly an allound nice guy.

Why wasn't such a fuss made when the face of JP left and is now on Goya. The industry has continually evolved and will continue to do so. New craft come along and the market shifts. Wings and foils are the centre of the universe now but the core of windsurfing is still the same.
Even Ben made reference to whether his livelihood will still be viable.

Pierre & Marion also looking for new sponsors as well now.

www.windmag.com/actu-sponsoring-grand-chambardement-continue?fbclid=IwAR04VakTakUuCN_ALpw9yL1rfxzs95hHON72IjtrYgW9EfRluQGYhw70NxQ

Man....

Hot off the press, Marion has joined Patrick.

Thinking that's a great fit for both

Yup, FMX let half the team go not just Maciek.

they kept Soe. So...

Timo Mullen has just signed up to Duotone from Severne so they are still signing people up for sponsorship.

Marc Pare back on Simmer, nice one!

Press release from Simmer:

We are beyond excited to announce that Marc Par? Rico is back on the Simmer Style team. Marc began his career as a professional windsurfer on Simmer Style at the age of 14. Marc is one of the most accomplished and influential windsurfers of modern times. He is well known for his exceptional skills, dedication, and passion for the sport.After spending some time together with Marc in January, sharing our vision for the brand's future, and showing the products we are currently working on, we agreed that Marc should come home to the Simmer Style family. We believe in building long-term relationships with everyone in our organization. Many of our team riders have spent most of their careers as a part of the Simmer Style family. We have long-term relationships with all our suppliers, and most of our in-house staff have worked with the brand for over a decade. This is how you create a strong team that grows together over time. We all look forward to working with Marc throughout his career to achieve all his goals.Marc Par? Rico brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the Simmer Style family. Marc will work closely with our R&D together with our Sail Designer, Tomas Persson, Board Designer, Ola Helenius, Creative Director, Peter Anjou and his Simmer Style team mates, Kai Katchadourian, Ben Proffitt and Alessio Stillrich.

Phantom Foiling have signed up Pierre Mortefon, Pierre looks happy with this, I'm well chuffed for him.

Hopefully Riccardo, Maciek and all the others can also get new contracts before the season kicks off. Pretty **** feeling when your employer asks you to clear your desk out....