Our
Team

The same wave length

We tell a story of community, alliance and common interest. Surfing builds bonds held together by the passion for the sport and our team is no different. From different walks of life, we all share a common goal - to pursue our dream of surfing.

Each member of our small and selected team forms an integral part in the development and improvement of our products. The board you end up riding is created by their expert opinions, experiences and stories.

A growing family united by a common cause, this is what our team is all about. We are proud to support our riders as they progress and elevate themselves and the sport at the same time.

Our riders

Image of Kathi Gappmayr, Delight Alliance Team Member

Kathi Gappmayr

The Legend | Kathl started river surfing when most of the kids surfing Eisbach today weren't even born. She has won the European Championship consecutively more than anyone else, as well as River Riot and other contests. Coming from a strong snowboarding background she has a true river surfing style. Nowadays she’s more of a freesurfer than a contest rider. Kathl is one of the best, not only on artificial waves but also on open river waves.

Born: 198??
City: Hallein
Homespot: Kuchl
Board: Fluky Bastard, HooDoo Swallow

Sponsors: Delight Alliance, Brick Beanies

Image of Jose Querevalu, Delight Alliance Team Member

Lena Krupitz

The Riverwave Local | Lena is a Salzkammergut local, growing up with some of the best open river wave spots around. She is also part of the local scene at 'The Riverwave' in Ebensee. Finishing first at the Riverwave Open in 2022.

Born: 2001
City: Bad Ischl
Homespot: The Riverwave
Board: Stash

Sponsors: Delight Alliance, ION

Image of Lenny Weinhold, Delight Alliance Team Member

Lenny Weinhold

The Machine | One of the most talented river surfers you are likely to see. You’re in for a treat if you catch him tearing up Eisbach hitting his BS Reverse, to name just one. This kid is ripping big time. At his young age he has already won a European Championship and is a hot contender on the Rapid Surf League. His stoke for surfing is comparable to a Duracell Bunny on speed.

Born: 2001
City: Munich
Homespot: Eisbach
Board: Stash, Katana

Sponsors: Delight Alliance Surfboards, Santo Loco, Rip Curl, CityWave, Jam Traction, Jochen Schweizer Arena

Image of Janina Zeitler, Delight Alliance Team Member

Janina Zeitler

The Pro | One of the best stationary wave surfers in the world. Winning several titles in European Championships and the Rapid Surf League. She’s not leaving any cookies behind. She is in it to win it.

Born: 2000
City: Munich
Homespot: Eisbach
Board: Stash

Sponsors: Delight Alliance, Santo Loco, Ripcurl, Dakineshop, Puresurfcamps, Shishaclothing, Citywave, Jochen Schweizer Arena [selection]

Image of Niki Sandhoff, Delight Alliance Team Member

Niki Sandhoff

Salzburgs Sweetheart | Salzburg is back on the map. Niki Sandhoff is a young, very talented surfer growing up at the alm. His motivation for the sport goes beyond. He spends so much time at the wave, that some would say he lives there.

Born: 2004
City: Salzburg
Homespot: Alm
Board: Stash, Fluky Bastard

Sponsors: Delight Alliance Surfboards, Blue Tomato, Rebel Fins, Quiksilver

Image of Jose Querevalu, Delight Alliance Team Member

Cyrill Deutsch

Vienna calling |

Born: 2006
City: Vienna
Homespot: Citywave Wien
Board: Katana

Sponsors: Delight Alliance, Eisbachriders

Our shapers

Image of Gerwin Andreas, Delight Alliance Team Member

Gerwin Andreas

The Shaper | The guy behind Delight Alliance Surfboards. Developing the shapes in close connection with the team riders, building boards, testing materials and always trying to build the best board for the riders. Splitting his time between the workshop and the office. No bullshit, just essentials.

Born: 1987
City: Salzburg
Homespot: Alm, The Riverwave
Board: Stash, Katana, Fish, ... love them all!!!

Image of Nathan, Delight Alliance Team Member

Nathan

The Boardbuilder | The man in the shadows, doing the really hard work! Always working to get the boards ready as fast as he can, whilst thinking of ways we can make the boards even better for our customers. This guys passion for what he does goes above and beyond.

Born: 1993
From: New Zealand
Homespot:
Board: Mini Driver, Fish

Image of Nathan, Delight Alliance Team Member

Paulo

The Boardbuilder | Toghether with Nathan, Paulo is doing most the work in the workshop, shaping, glassing, doing everything to perfect the Surfboards.

Born: 1986
From: Portugal/South Africa
Homespot:
Board: HooDoo Swallow, Fish