Vincent Duvignac & Boris Romann: Chasing Winter Swells in Hossegor

When winter hits the Atlantic, the coastline around Hossegor transforms. The beach breaks that lure summer crowds turn into a proving ground for both local chargers and international surfers. And when it’s on, you can bet Vincent Duvignac and Boris Romann are in the thick of it, hunting down the best waves rolling into France’s most famous surf zone.

The two Oxbow riders and Polyola ambassadors just dropped a fresh edit, watch it below, showcasing exactly why they’re among the most respected surfers in the region. It’s classic Duvi and Boris, deep barrels, critical turns, and an effortless read on heavy beach break conditions.

Hossegor in Winter: A Surfer’s Playground

Hossegor isn’t for the faint of heart in winter. Swells build, sandbanks shift, and the Atlantic sends in relentless power. It’s a place where knowing when and where to paddle out can be the difference between scoring or getting obliterated. Vincent and Boris don’t just survive these conditions, they thrive in them.

With years of experience dialing in the lineup, they always seem to be in the right place at the right time. When La Gravière or Les Culs Nus starts throwing perfect, spitting barrels, they’re the guys threading through them. And when the waves max out, they’re still out there, pushing the limits.

But their knowledge goes beyond just reading conditions. Vincent and Boris know all the secret sandbanks, the spots that light up when everything else is too crowded or blown out. If you ever manage to sneak a session with them, expect to surf perfect, empty waves - just don’t ask for GPS coordinates.

More Than Just Surfers: Their Commitment to Coaching

Beyond their own surfing, both Vincent Duvignac and Boris Romann have dedicated themselves to sharing their knowledge with the next generation. They each run their own surf schools, helping surfers of all levels refine their skills and understand the ocean better.

• Vincent’s School – "Surf Lespecier" (Mimizan, France): Focused on high-level coaching, Vincent’s surf school helps intermediate and advanced surfers take their skills to the next level, all while keeping a strong emphasis on technique and wave reading.
• Boris’ School – "All Good Surf Adventures" (Moliets, France): A mobile surf school run by Boris Romann and Théa, offering personalized coaching tailored to all levels. With years of local expertise, they guide surfers to the best conditions, focusing on small-group, high-quality instruction to accelerate progression in a safe and dynamic environment.

The Boards They Trust

For surfers who are this dialed in, board choice is everything. Vincent rides Rob Vaughan surfboards, while Boris trusts boards shaped by Fernand, both made with Polyola™ Foam. The combination of expert craftsmanship and sustainable, high-performance foam ensures their boards can handle the demanding conditions they seek out, from dredging Hossegor barrels to long, roping walls further up the coast.

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Whether they’re pulling into perfect French barrels, shaping the next generation of surfers, or sneaking into perfect, empty peaks, Duvi and Boris are proof that experience, passion, and knowledge make all the difference.

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