Program Category: Travel & Adventure

In a time where there are fences around everything, and we are denied the instinct of self-preservation, it is difficult to find a place free from rules and restrictions, but not yet impossible. Surf movies come and go, a million waves in exotic locations and surfers flown in for three-day shoots on perfect swells, but the spirit of adventure never dies. What began as a three-month trip to a collection of surf breaks off the beaten track turned into a two-year odyssey of exploration, injury, companionship and 4,000km of two-wheeled, single-finned escape from the the real-world burdens of modern life. Harrison Roach and Zye Norris pack their bags, a diverse quiver of boards, two bikes and a 50-dollar tent into a 1970s Land Rover and embark on an epic quest from the southern reaches of Bali, through the Indonesian archipelago to Northern Sumatra’s isolated Lagundri Bay. On boards, on bikes, by boat and four-wheel drive, the pair’s journey is to discover if, in these days of GPS and WiFi, the dream of a true pioneering surf adventure is still alive.

Chasing the Dream documents the inspiring story of Oney Anwar and his relentless pursuit to create history by becoming Indonesia’s most respected surfer. From humble beginnings in the surf-drenched jungles of Lakey Peak to competing and winning comps in the WCT. Oney hails from a small coastal village in rural Sumbawa where his local beach is home to some of Indonesia’s best and most challenging waves. Discovered by explorers in the eighties, Lakey Peak has become THE surf destination on the island of Sumbawa. Encouraged and mentored by a team of international surfing superstars, Oney picks up a board at the age of seven and is dominating his local break in no time. At nine, Oney’s childhood dream is gaining momentum. Armed only with a surfboard he is tossed into the crazy world of Kuta. Within months of moving to Bali, Oney has become a competitive surfer on the national circuit. But competing is just the first step, in order to continue his unique journey; Oney is going to need a sponsor.With his family’s blessing, Oney leaves his Muslim island home for the Gold Coast of Australia in 2007, as part of Rip Curl’s International Grommet development program, where things really start to roll for Oney. Mentored by World Champion, Mick Fanning, Oney starts winning major events.Oney is chosen to represent his country and travels to a recently discovered ‘river bore wave’ in Northern Sumatra to shoot a campaign. Stunning surf footage, mystical Indonesian islands, and a boy with a ton of talent blend seamlessly together in this visually spectacular documentary about Oney Anwar.

Next Wave follows eight of Australia’s elite junior female surfers as they fight for their position on Team Australia.

Hosted by World Surf League commentator Ronnie Blakey, mySURF.tv brings you the stories that matter in Australian surfing. Whether it be a surfing a-dven ture to far flung parts of the globe, or profiling the brightest talent in Australian surfing, mySURF brings you the stories that matter. Features interviews with past and current world champions, Mark Occhilupo and Peter Townend, through to Tyler Wright and Joel Parkinson, and include several special guests including world champions Mick Fanning Stephanie Gilmore…

Taylor Steele’s brand new film – MISSING – puts ASP World Champion Mick Fanning in some of the most radical places on the planet alongside his good friends John John Florence, Jordy Smith, Matt Wilkinson and Tom Curren. Under the direction of the world renowned film-maker, the project takes Mick Fanning out of the competition world of the ASP, gives him a boarding pass with a blank destination and for 21 days he is relocated all over the world with only a passport, suitcase and surfboard at his disposal. As a result, the surfing is special, raw and some of the best that you’ll see on screen this year. From Africa and Ireland to Central America and Spain, the experience literally is life changing for Mick Fanning.

In a season of death on Mount Everest, the story of Lincoln Hall’s resurrection has captivated the planet. His simple story of survival thanks to the kindness of a stranger has touched the hearts of a world hungry for heroes.

As part of the recovery from the mental, physical and emotional injuries they suffered while on peace-keeping missions in Afghanistan and other war-ravaged countries, twelve Canadian soldiers struggle up Island Peak, a 20,305 ft. high (6,096 m) mountain in the Himalayas near Mt. Everest. Their climb helps support other wounded vets regain independence and fulfilling lives.

The M7 Multisport TV is jam packed with plenty of action and adventure satisfying the huge demand for the contemporary adventure sports market in Australasia and around the rest of the world. This Beyond Action initiated series focuses on production and distribution of international and domestic adventure and multi discipline sporting events. The series not only showcases the events, but also the people, and products that make up the adventure sports market set amongst the spectacular backdrops of adventure sport locations. M7 also includes informative tips, new products/gear, and great innovations in this action packed international series.

This is the untold story of how a group of maverick surfer drug-smugglers established Europe’s surf scene. In the 1960s and 70s, the Basque region was made for surfers: lax law enforcement, empty waves, endless partying and beautiful women. They lived like rock stars, playing an adrenaline junkie’s game of drug smuggling so they could surf, travel and party. Multi-million dollar dope deals went down every day and a big score could keep them going for months. With exclusive access to one of the wildest surf zones on earth we’ll meet its legendary characters – guys like Micky “Da Cat” Dora who left Malibu to drink fine wine, surf perfect waves and smuggle diamonds in France and Jeff Hakman, a Hawaiian big wave charger who – whilst struggling with a heroin addiction – built the Quiksilver surf empire.