Product Review

Featuring renowned surfers including world champion Kelly Slater, Kevin Naughton, and the Malloy brothers, Waveriders explores surfing s legendary Irish roots and its surprising influence on today s worldwide surf phenomenon. In this remarkable and awe-inspiring film, writer/director Joel Conroy offers a unique take on the origins of modern surf culture. Through the heroic tale of visionary waterman George Freeth, this ocean adventure traces the pioneer s wave of influence - from Hawaii, to sunny Southern California, to the striking shores of Ireland. With must-see, spectacular wave footage, Waveriders reaches a thrilling climax when today s most prominent and daring surfers conquer the biggest swell ever ridden in Ireland, as they ride monster waves reaching heights of over fifty feet. Winner of multiple awards, including Surfer Magazine's award for Best Documentary at the 2009 Surfer Poll Awards, Waveriders is available to own on DVD for the first time in North American on March 16, 2010.