What a weekend!
Four days of wind, waves, gear, races, and pure stoke. Garnier King of the Bay 2025 in Rewa once again proved to be the biggest watersports celebration in Central Europe. Hundreds of riders, visitors, and non-stop energy – and we were right in the middle of it all.
This year, we went all in – with not one, but two fully equipped spaces:
The EASY CHILL ZONE in the festival village – featuring deck chairs, tables, and a pop-up store filled with windsurfing and wing foil accessories,
️And the EASY TEST ZONE directly on the beach – stocked with the latest gear ready for action.
Throughout the entire weekend, Balz Müller (ENSIS team rider) and Job Verbunt (owner of brands Loftsails, Exocet, Unifiber) were with us – available in both zones, chatting with riders, answering questions, and simply enjoying the festival together. No barriers, no backstage. Just real people and shared passion.
Together with our brands and riders, we created unforgettable moments, hosted inspiring presentations, and ran our now-iconic EASY-surfshop MonstAIR SUP Race. All of it wrapped in good vibes, good gear, and an even better community.
Thank you for being part of it – this was something truly special.
Day 1 – Thursday, June 19
A wild start!
The first day welcomed us with full-on force – gusts reaching up to 40 knots. The opening race kicked off in extreme conditions, pushing even the top riders to the edge. Maciek Rutkowski himself went down – a rare sight that showed just how crazy the wind was.
Only the boldest took to the water in the EASY TEST ZONE, testing ultra-small sails, boards, and wings. One tester said it best: “I haven’t had this much fun in hardcore wind in years!”
That same day, we witnessed one of the weekend’s most iconic moments – Balz Müller entered the race on his favourite toy – parawing ROGER. The only rider with such a setup, and in true Balz fashion – full send, full style.
Meanwhile, in the EASY CHILL ZONE, festivalgoers could relax, grab a drink, browse accessories, and hang out with the EASY-surfshop Team. Whether you came for tech talk or just a chilled-out vibe – this was the place to be.
In the evening, we officially opened the festival. On the main stage, we shared the story of EASY-surfshop – who we are, what we believe in, where we’re going and of course invited everyone to test the gear we brought. Then it was time for the first Apres Surf Party – music, dancing, and a perfect end to an intense day.
Day 2 – Friday, June 20
The wind eased up to a perfect 13–19 knots – ideal for racing. And the turnout? Around 400 riders lined up for the next showdown!
Our EASY TEST ZONE was absolutely buzzing – foils, boards, wings, and sails constantly in and out of the water. We were busy all day long, advising and supporting testers with gear from:
JP-Australia, NeilPryde, GA, Tabou, Loftsails, Exocet, Unifiber, and Ensis.
Most popular gear?
- Wings: NeilPryde FIREFLY, GA Poison, Ensis Top Spin Ace
- Sails: Loftsails Oxygen i Switchblade, NeilPryde V8, RS:Racing, GA Boost, GA Vapor
- Boards: Tabou Manta, Rocket+, JP Slalom S-TEC, Super Ride
On top of that, we had the SUP Long Distance race, Poland’s first-ever E-Foil Long Distance, and the Pumpfoil Long Distance event – it was action-packed from start to finish.
Later, on our EASY CHILL ZONE together with Job Verbunt from Equipe Trading we gave an inspiring presentation. He highlighted the key innovations behind Loftsails, introduced new Exocet boards, and walked the audience through the latest Unifiber accessories. The crowd loved it – and the Q&A showed how deep the curiosity and engagement really ran.
The evening wrapped up with a true crowd favorite – the EASY-surfshop MonstAIR SUP Race. Nine teams, outrageous costumes, golden hour lighting, and nothing but good vibes. One of those moments you never forget.
Day 3 – Saturday, June 21
The wind came back strong – a steady 20–24 knots until sunset. SUP races were on early, and the EASY CHILL ZONE and TEST ZONE were full of energy once again.
Balz Müller spent the day at our booth, meeting fans and presenting the latest gear from Ensis. Alongside him, Job Verbunt was also present, engaging in deep-dive conversations about gear and tech. No matter what time you dropped by, you could chat with both of them – whether it was about gear specs, riding tips, or your favorite spot.
In the afternoon, we wrapped up demo testing, and the entire EASY-surfshop Team hit the water together for a sunset test session and photo shoot.
As our founder Bartek put it:
“We ride the gear ourselves – so we can honestly and confidently recommend it to our customers.”
And then came the Light Riders Night Race – a glowing spectacle on water that lit up the beach and left everyone speechless. Add a live concert and a crowd that didn’t want the night to end, and you’ve got yourself a legendary Saturday.
Day 4 – Sunday, June 22
With no wind on the final day, the festival shifted into freestyle mode – and the atmosphere stayed strong.
We kicked off with Tow-In Freestyle, and once again Balz Müller brought down the house with his signature tricks and unmatched creativity.
Next up: Efoil Contest and a lively Pumpfoil Jam – loads of action, laughter, and good times on the water.
We closed out the event with a proper prize ceremony and a raffle draw for all test participants – tons of prizes, group photos, and hugs all around.
Record-breaking action in the EASY TEST ZONE
This year’s testing program was the biggest in EASY-surfshop history:
Over 100 riders tested gear
32 windsurf boards
38 wing foil boards
30+ full rig setups
40+ wings
30+ foils
But more importantly – it wasn’t just about the gear.
It was about trust, community, and a shared passion.
Thank you for every question, every conversation, every smile, and every wave you shared with us.
That’s what makes it worth it.
Garnier King of the Bay isn’t just an event. It’s a celebration of everything we love – wind, water, freedom, and the people who chase them.
Windsurfing, kitesurfing, wing foiling, SUP, e-foil, pumpfoil – we’re all riding together.
Thank you for visiting us.
Thank you for testing with us.
Thank you for being part of the EASY-surfshop family.
Massive thanks to the organizers – Maciek Rutkowski and Ania Sokolenko – for their energy, heart, and incredible coordination.
You’re building something truly special here – and we’re proud to be part of it.
See you at King of the Bay 2026.
Catch you on the water!
