Not By Chance

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.

Not By Chance
  • 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.

  • 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...

  • 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.

  • Not by Chance EP 4: The Parlez Between

    Episode 4

  • 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.

  • 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.