Not By Chance
6 Episodes
Surfboard shaping meets surfing's thrill, igniting magic. Global master shapers and surfers unite for adventure and innovation, pushing surfboard limits. Their collaboration redefines surfing's possibilities, each board a story of their symbiosis. Official Selections 2024: Anglet, Florida, Santa Barbara, Lisbon Surf Film Festivals.
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30:25Episode 1
Not by Chance EP 1: The Ugly Duckling
Episode 1
Follow Australian surfer Torren Martyn and shaper Simon Jones crafting their latest board, "Calypte," inspired by Torren's Indonesian journey. From "The Ugly Duckling" prototype to "Calypte," their decade-long friendship fuels their collaboration.
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26:47Episode 2
Not by Chance EP 2: Fantastic Acid
Episode 2
French shaper Tristan Mausse gains global traction, selling boards and books worldwide. With residencies in Japan, the U.S., and Hawaii, he popularizes the hull surfboard. Yrwan, a French musician, shares Tristan's passion for speed. Both support their families through their crafts, bonded by a m...
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24:15Episode 3
Not by Chance EP 3: On Edge
Episode 3
Big wave champ Grant ‘Twiggy’ Baker, 50, seeks precise gear. Trusting renowned shaper Axel Lorentz, he tests new boards in Nazaré, Portugal, and Basque Country's giant waves, aiming for the world title.
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30:15Episode 4
Not by Chance EP 4: The Parlez Between
Episode 4
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22:22Episode 5
Not By Chance EP 5: Yardfish
Episode 5
Surfer Trevor Gordon, prepping to sail the Atlantic, crafts a surfboard in two days before departure. With makeshift gear, he tests his improvisation skills. Crossing successful, he's rewarded with waves on the other side, showcasing his handmade board.
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21:55Episode 6
Not By Chance EP 6: Thanks Steve
Episode 6
Tyler Warren reimagines a traditional fish model, joined by friend Ian Gottron. They chase childhood dreams at Jeffrey’s Bay, testing the timeless design's prowess.