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September 2026

Rider Files

24 Sept 2026 read

Four Påhlssons, One Surf Challenge

The Påhlssons have made the Alaïa Surf Challenge a family affair. Seth, 43, and Sakke, 39, are both competing, along with six-year-old Knox and four-year-old Vind. Vind is taking part in Golden Fin.

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The Daily Pulse

23 Sept 2026 read

Merch Packs and Wine Tasting At The Alaïa Surf Challenge

Between sessions at Alaïa Bay, there’s a chance to explore Sion’s old town. There’s also a limited merch pack for competitors to take home.

Wine Tasting Merch Packs

The Daily Pulse

19 Sept 2026 read

Strong Rides On The Sion Tourisme Leaderboards

There has been plenty of movement on the Sion Tourisme Leaderboards at the Alaïa Surf Challenge.

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The Daily Pulse

7 Sept 2026 read

The Race Is Wide Open At Alaïa

With many of the world’s top surfers committed elsewhere, there is a genuine opportunity for surfers who might not normally see themselves qualifying for a major international final.

Alaia Bay

Rider Files

3 Sept 20267 mins read

Rider Files: Dani Garcia

Few surfers have seen the development of wave-pool surfing from quite the same perspective as Dani Garcia.

Rider Files wavepool surf tour Wavegarden