Stories Shaped by the Sea
These films offer a closer look at the people, places, and processes behind the boards. Shot along the Australian coastline and beyond, they explore craftsmanship, connection to environment, and the quiet moments that shape how and why we ride. Less about hype, more about intention — each film reflects the values that guide our work, from hand-shaping to time in the water.
Many of the films featured here are produced by needessentials. If you’d like to see more projects like these continue, take a look at their work.

Torren Martyn - 'The Ugly Duckling' - needessentials
When Torren Martyn and Aiyana Powell put out the message that they might need an experienced hand to guide the 35ft sailing boat 'Calypte' up the Malacca Strait and around to Sumatra, sailor and fi...
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Torren Martyn & Drew McPherson - Crystal Sand - needessentials
In this needessentials short film Torren Martyn and Surfrider Foundation Australia’s Drew McPherson enjoy a memorable day riding unconventional equipment at a remote beach break in the tropics. Tor...
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Torren Martyn - Surf section from Calypte - needessentials
This is a section from 'Calypte - a sailing and surfing voyage' - a 2023 needessentials produced feature film by Ishka Folkwell & Torren Martyn.
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Torren Martyn - REFLECTION - needessentials
'Reflection' featuring Torren Martyn is an eclectic mix of moments and highlights from a decade of travels around the world.
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Torren Martyn - 'Calypte - a sailing and surfing voyage' - needessentials
When Torren Martyn and Aiyana Powell borrowed the 35ft sailing boat 'Calypte' and departed from the east coast of Thailand in early 2022, they had a combined sailing experience of only a few days.
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Torren Martyn Puts His All-Twin-Fin Quiver to the Test | SURFER Magazine
Quivers: Torren Martyn
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Torren Martyn - On The Light Side - needessentials
Torren Martyn has travelled to Indonesia each year of his adult life. He reconnects with friends he has made there and puts in plenty of time in the ocean.
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It was the first major swell to hit Nias in the 2017 season, Torren Martyn's feet were itching to escape his backyard of Byron Bay
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The Most Stylish Surfer of 2019 is Torren Martyn | SURFER Awards 2019
On December 5, 2019, SURFER Magazine hosted the 49th Annual SURFER Awards on the North Shore of Oahu.
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'A Sense Of Space' with Torren Martyn
Introducing ‘A Sense of Space’, the latest feature following the life of SurfStitch ambassador, Torren Martyn.
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Torren Martyn - NORDURLAND - An arctic surfing adventure
Nordurland is a film about going surfing in the harsh, cold waters of the North Atlantic.
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Torren Martyn - TESORO ENTERRADO - needessentials
Torren Martyn describes how this surf film came about.
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Torren Martyn - Northern Reaches - needessentials
Mid winter in the Arctic is not a place you'd think of when dreaming up that idyllic surf adventure.
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Torren Martyn - Lost Track New Zealand - needessentials
Lost Track New Zealand" takes you on a journey of a lifetime through the remote wilderness of New Zealand in search of perfect waves and life long memories. Follow surfer Torren Martyn and film mak...
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The Electric Acid Surfboard Test: Stephanie Gilmore - Trailer
Here she is, beauties: The Electric Acid Surfboard Test 2019, starring The Queen, 7x World Champ, and Stab's Surfer of the Year - Miss Stephanie Louise Gilmore.
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Torren Martyn - Distant Shore - needessentials
On a distant shore that faces the full brunt of Arctic winter storms, surfer Torren Martyn and filmmaker Ishka Folkwell find mesmerising surf in the cold dark days of winter.
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Torren Martyn - LOST TRACK ATLANTIC - Episode 4 - needessentials
Lost Track Atlantic is a four-part series that takes you on the journey of a lifetime, from the far North Atlantic to the tropical, equatorial coast of West Africa.
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Torren Martyn - LOST TRACK ATLANTIC - Episode 3 - needessentials
In this needessentials short film Torren Martyn and Surfrider Foundation Australia’s Drew McPherson enjoy a memorable day riding unconventional equipment at a remote beach break in the tropics.
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Torren Martyn - LOST TRACK ATLANTIC - Episode 2 - needessentials
Lost Track Atlantic is a four-part series that takes you on the journey of a lifetime, from the far North Atlantic to the tropical, equatorial coast of West Africa.
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Torren Martyn - LOST TRACK ATLANTIC - Episode 1 - needessentials
"Lost Track Atlantic" is a four-part series that takes you on the journey of a lifetime, from the far north Atlantic to the tropical, equatorial coast of West Africa.
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Thank You Mother - Torren Martyn - needessentials
Thank You Mother is a cinematic journey of surfing, simplicity and appreciation. It is a film that isn't afraid to be beautiful, stylish and sincere. Produced by needessentials, this film by Torren...
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