Videos, photos and interviews from the world of StableRoad.com http://www.stableroad.com Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:05:07 -1000 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:03:34 -1000 FeedForAll Mac v2.0 (2.0.0.7); http://www.FeedForAll.com/ Toronto-born Rob Stewart, an experienced diver and underwater photographer, joined members of the Los Angeles-based Sea Shepherd Conservation Society aboard the Ocean Warrior for a four-month expedition to deter poaching of sharks in Costa Rica and Ecuador—the perfect opportunity to start filming his documentary on declining shark populations. However, a series of life and death situations including pirate boat rammings, attempted murder charges, arrests, espionage, corruption and hospitalization were the last things he expected on his journey that has become the beautiful and revealing film, Sharkwater. Bonnie Laufer-Krebs had a chance to talk to the young filmmaker about his passion for saving sharks and their importance to life in the oceans and to life on the planet. http://www.stableroad.com/sharkwater.html Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:05:01 -1000 This fascinating 26 minute video features a special person on a vital mission. Driven by passion fed from a lifelong fascination with sharks, filmmaker Rob Stewart debunks historical stereotypes and media depictions of sharks as bloodthirsty, man-eating monsters and reveals the reality of sharks as pillars in the evolution of the seas. This is the short film about the making of this critically acclaimed documentary. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/sharkwater.htm Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:02:04 -1000 Here's the crash sequence from "Instant Replay" - by filmmaker Robert Masters. It stars the 1991 Neil Pryde team riders - Bjorn Dunkerbeck, Sierra Emory, Jason Prior, Robby Seeger, Laird Hamilton, Fred Haywood, Kevin Ozee, Matheas Holmberg, Jay Laswell, Mark Angulo and Rush Randle. It was filmed on location on Maui and Oahu, Hawaii. "Instant Replay" is coming sooner or later on DVD - we promise!!! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/instantreplaycrashes.htm Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:35:06 -1000 It's almost ski season... in New Zealand! So, to celebrate, here's more action from Greg Stump's classic ski film, "Licensed To Thrill". The film stars Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup, Kevin Andrews and Darren Johnson. This sequence features the boys enjoying some classic days on the mountain! Scot weighs in on personal responsibility - yep, he ain't your Dad!!! It was shot by Stumpy and Bruce Benedict at Squaw Valley. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lttaction2.htm Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:32:12 -1000 The introduction of a standard electronic control unit (ECU) has seen the elimination of traction control on Formula 1 race cars for the 2008 F1 season. According to Panasonic Toyota Racing driver Jarno Trulli, the traction control ban compels drivers to demonstrate their driving abilities at a higher level. Engineers from the team also explain the need for them to adapt the set-up of the TF108 race car to suit the new requirements and offer drivers the best car on the track. The Bahrain Grand Prix, held at the Bahrain International Circuit, located in the desert, poses an intesting challenge. Aerodynamic stability will be essential since race cars will be prone to wheel-spin on the sandy circuit. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotatraction500.htm Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:29:37 -1000 Here's coverage of the 1987 O'Neill Invitational - from Robert Masters' video yearbook, "Boardsailing Year, Volume Three". Filmed at Hookipa Beach Park on Maui in 1987, the classic event featured the who's who of the sport, some of whom were starting to try double loops for the first time. Robby Naish, Mike Waltze, Mark Angulo and others were on hand to impress the crowd. Over twenty years later, many of these sailors are still out there ripping it up on the North Shore of Maui. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy3oneill.htm Mon, 16 Jun 2008 18:20:02 -1000 In this clip from the 1990 show "Boardsailing Destination: Maui", see how a fiberglass fin is constructed. It features clips from Hookipa, Sprecks, Kanaha and Camp One. The interview is of Devon Ruiz, who was running Maui Fin Company at the time... http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bdmfins.htm Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:03:38 -1000 Here's another scene from Greg Stump's 1989 ski film, "Licensed To Thrill". It stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup, Kevin Andrews and crazy boy skier Glen Plake. In this clip, join Darren Johnson, Hattrup and Scmidt as they get busy at Lake Tahoe and Jackson Hole. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lttaction1.htm Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:01:16 -1000 Join Robby Naish, Peter Cabrinha and the Gaastra crew as they tackle big gnarly surf at Hookipa. The shape wasn't ideal, but the challenges presented to the sailors made it a fun event. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/angleofattackhookipa.htm Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:44:11 -1000 March 22 is World Water Day... and StableRoad presents to you "Running Dry - A Call To Action". This short documentary, narrated by Jane Seymour, really deserves a look. Take twenty minutes of your day to check it out - and don't leave the tap running! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/runningdrycalltoaction.htm Sat, 22 Mar 2008 07:51:30 -1000 Here's the point of view (POV) sequence from "Splashback", Robert Masters last video with Neil Pryde. Shot in 16mm film, it features helmet mount and on-board shots of Bjorn Dunkerbeck, Rush Randle, Fred Haywood, Olivier Auge, Anders Bringdal and other members of the Neil Pryde International Sailing Team. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/splashbackpov.htm Sat, 09 Feb 2008 17:04:42 -1000 Here's the Squaw Valley shootout sequence from Greg Stump's classic ski film, "The Blizzard of Aahhh's". The film stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup and crazy boy Glen Plake. In this clip, the lads head out on a shootout, with one spot available for a dream ski job in Europe. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bofasquawvalley.htm Sat, 09 Feb 2008 16:53:48 -1000 Join Robby Naish and Peter Cabrinha in the intro to Rod Parmenter's classic video "Angle of Attack". In this clip, Naish speaks of his love of cars - and Pete explains the buzz about Hookipa. Shot in 16mm film on location on Maui and Oahu, Hawaii. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/angleofattackintro.htm Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:52:17 -1000 From helping out orphans in Tanzania to building homes for Habitat for Humanity, travel experts say an increasing number of baby boomers are participating in volunteer vacations. During these trips, known as “voluntourism,” participants work with various affiliates to offer services or provide relief to those in need. Over the past five years, according to the AARP, the travel industry has seen a dramatic jump in the number of volunteer vacationers. Experts from the Travel Industry Association of America report that in a 2006 survey, a quarter of all travelers indicated they were currently interested in taking a vacation that benefits society – and more than half those respondents were baby boomers. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/volunteervacations.htm Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:15:13 -1000 Here's the Chamonix sequence from Greg Stump's classic ski film, "The Blizzard of Aahhh's". The film stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup and crazy boy Glen Plake. This clip features the lads ripping it up, while enjoying the freedom of skiing in France. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bofachamonix.htm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 12:53:29 -1000 Here's a clip from Robert Masters' 1985 show "Boardsailing Year, Volume One". This segment features the 13th Annual Golden Gate Crossing, sponsored by Jantzen. The event was dominated by Robby Naish, who set a new record for the event. Check out the ironmen, lead by Ted Huang, who did the crossing with no harnesses! Now that's core! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy1sf.htm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 12:53:29 -1000 Here's a clip from Greg Stump's classic ski film, "License To Thrill". The film stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup and Kevin Andrews. This sequence shows what happens when you put extreme skiers on a bridge and tie a rope around their waists! Shot in 16mm film by Stumpy and Bruce Benedict. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lttbungee.htm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 12:50:51 -1000 A Formula 1 car is made up of around 9,000 individual components and the 4,500 parts of the Toyota RVX-07 engine require 100 hours work to be assembled. On the TF107 race car, 250 sensors supply up to 1,300 different statistics in order to help engineers and drivers to find the set-up that will enhance the car’s performance. Want to see some more fast facts? Check it out. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotafastfacts500.htm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 12:49:46 -1000 "Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All Men" is something that country singer Willie Nelson hopes one day will be a reality. In this "a cappella" song, he sings of a peaceful solution to the issues that face the USA. He's also inviting people to make their own versions of the song. Over 100 different versions of the song and video have been created. Check it out - and then find out how to create your own "Peaceful Solution". http://www.stableroad.com/videos/peacefulsolution.htm Tue, 25 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -1000 In this Toyota Formula One video, see how an F1 team works with sponsors. It's more than just putting a logo on the car... Modern sponsor agreements can involve technology sharing, off-track promotions, brand awareness development through product demonstrations - and so on. Check it out. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotasponsor500.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:59:04 -1000 While you are spending hours in the local shopping mall, kids in Mongolia are spending hours each day fetching water for the family. From making tricky descents into wells, to walking long distances with water containers, people are forced to cope with the situation on their own, with 80% having poor access. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/mongoliawater.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:56:11 -1000 Here's surfing in Tavarua from Greg Stump's 1994 release, "P-Tex, Lies and Videotape". The sequence features Jodie Cooper, Frieda Zamba and Pam Burridge. Tavarua Island is approximately 29 acres in area, depending on the tide and is surrounded by an elaborate coral reef. It is approximately a 30-minute boat ride from the Fijian main island, and is situated on the southwestern edge of Fiji's barrier reef system. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/ptextavarua.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:53:47 -1000 Here's another scene from Greg Stump's 1989 ski film, "Licensed To Thrill". It stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup, Kevin Andrews and crazy boy skier Glen Plake. In this clip, Scot Schmidt just misses falling down a crevasse - and talks about wild skiers and responsibility... http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lttscarystuff.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:51:40 -1000 Lifted from the award winning 1990 video by Robert Masters, watch Anders Bringdal, Mathias Holmberg, Mark Angulo, Rush Randle, Bjorn Dunkerbeck and Laird Hamilton windsurfing off the coast of Maui. Shot at Camp One, Hookipa and Maalaea. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/rigmarolefun.htm Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:49:36 -1000 As a huge storm raged off the German coastline in November 2007, the first wave contest at the German Baltic Sea for a long time was blessed with hard-core conditions. Red Bull Big Days 2007 had arrived - and the action was “Rock’n’Roll!”. The event was won by Lars Gobisch. Second place went to Klaas Voget, with Andy Wolff and Stefan Gobisch securing the following two spots. The footage was shot by Germany’s Big Sexy Pictures. The music is by Maeglin, Out of Season, Recepteur Mondial and Ashes of Pompeii. Run time; 6 min. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/redbullstorm1500.htm Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:00:22 -1000 Strapped into AT&T Williams FW29 race cars on the Silverstone racetrack, former F1 drivers Martin Brundle and Mark Blundell show the various techniques F1 drivers use to overtake one another on the racetrack, including the ‘switch back’, the ‘hang out’, and the slipstream phenomenon. Martin Brundle also commentates video of the 2007 seasons, demonstrating where F1 drivers used these overtaking techniques during Grand Prix races. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/f1overtake.htm Mon, 05 Nov 2007 16:03:21 -1000 In this StableRoad video ProFile, meet Anders Bringdal, the charismatic Swedish windsurfer. He chats about the joy of open ocean windsurfing and the excitement of looping a waveboard. The longboard footage of him was shot at Maalaea and Spreckelsville in May of 1988 by Robert Masters - and the wave jumping took place at the legendary Hookipa Beach Park on Maui in the fall of that same year. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/andersbringdal.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2005 11:33:21 -1000 In this 6 minute music video, sports producer Robert Masters goes off on a tangent - introducing you to his style of ambient TV. He has combined music by Barry Flanagan and images from the Valley Isle, to create a soothing and relaxing montage of imagery and sound. So, the next time you feel like taking a six minute break from your reality, step into our ambient zone with a dose of "Musical Maui". http://www.stableroad.com/videos/musicalmaui.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2005 10:57:51 -1000 Here's another clip from O'Neill's "Smash It Up". It features team rider Tamayo Perry surfing Oahu's Pipeline. Enjoy. The on-line editing was done by Brian Denny at Master Communication in San Pedro, California. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/smashituppipe.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2005 10:02:22 -1000 StableRoad's first surf clip comes to us from O'Neill. It was filmed on the Mentawai Islands and features Kellen Ellison and Michael Spencer . The music is by "Queens of the Stone Age". The on-line editing was completed by Brian Denny at Master Communication in San Pedro, California. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/smashitupsouthseas.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2005 09:54:48 -1000 StableRoad's inaugural video features famed waterman Laird Hamilton, who talks about the thrill of speedsailing in choppy water. He displays his prowess on a speedboard at Maalaea, Maui. The footage was shot by Robert Masters in 1988. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lairdhamilton.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2005 09:48:33 -1000 Here's a chapter from Robert Masters' 1985 video yearbook, "Boardsailing Year, Volume One". It covers the 1985 O'Neill Invitational, held at Hookipa Beach Park on Maui. Participants at the event included Robby Naish, Alex Aguera, Mike Waltze, Matt Schweitzer, Dana Dawes, Kelby Anno, Debbie Brown, Fred Haywood and the legendary Jerry Lopez. This was the first year that people started pulling back loops in competition - a new era in the sport was born. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy1oneill.htm Fri, 19 Oct 2007 08:56:49 -1000 After 25 years as a racing driver, ITV-F1 pundit Martin Brundle investigates the physical effects of driving a Formula 1 car. In this feature, he performs a series of laps in a Williams Toyota FW29 racecar, demonstrating the mental and physical challenges, including the G-force effects simulated by state of the art graphics, a Formula 1 driver faces during a Grand Prix. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/f1physical.htm Thu, 18 Oct 2007 15:46:16 -1000 Here's the intro to Greg Stump's 1989 ski film, "Licensed To Thrill". It stars extreme skier Scot Schmidt, Mike Hattrup, Kevin Andrews and crazy boy skier Glen Plake. This sequence features the antics of Kim Reichhelm - and her quest to stay in one piece while keeping up with the boys! It was shot in 16mm film by Stumpy and Bruce Benedict at Squaw Valley, California. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/lttintro.htm Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:52:53 -1000 In this clip from the 1990 show "Boardsailing Destination: Maui" learn how a custom windsurf board is constructed. It features legendary ironman sailor Craig Maisonville of Hi Tech. Art aficionados - the board featured at the head of the clip was designed by bad boy artist Ray Masters. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bdmcustoms.htm Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:05:01 -1000 In this clip from the 1991 video by Robert Masters, you'll see footage of Laird Hamilton wavesailing off the North Shore of Maui. His bottom turns are somewhat reminiscent of the power sailing of Craig Maisonville - very cool. Also featured are Bjorn Dunkerbeck, Sierra Emory, Robby Seeger, Rush Randle, Bernd Flessner, Mark Angulo and Nathalie Simon. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/instantreplaywaves.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2007 08:45:58 -1000 In this clip from the 1989 Robert Masters video, it's all about slalom racing. The video features World Champion Bjorn Dunkerbeck, his sister Britt, Alan Cadiz, Alex Aguera and Rush Randle who jokingly saw into the future - a future where PWA slalom events would essentially be "rule free". http://www.stableroad.com/videos/movingtargetslalom.htm Sun, 16 Sep 2007 11:39:30 -1000 The roar of an engine has become a trademark of Formula 1 throughout the years. Panasonic Toyota Racing team gives an account of what lies under the hood of its TF107 racecar. Unlike in years past, for this 2007 season, all F1 engines were required to have the same design and a 2.4litre V8 engine. An F1 engine produces around 700 horsepower for speeds a top speed of around 360km/h. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotaengine500.htm Sun, 16 Sep 2007 11:17:19 -1000 In Formula 1 races, aerodynamics are one of the most important elements to achieving great speeds. Formula 1 vehicles have smaller frontal areas to maximize the amount of power used to propel it, and decrease the amount of wind resistance encountered. The Panasonic Toyota Racing Team spends an estimated 8,000-9,000 hours a year developing the vehicle in specially-designed wind tunnels, as well as working on CFD, computational fluid dynamics – a computer program used to unearth air flow patterns over the car. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotaaerodynamics500.htm Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:30:47 -1000 In Myanmar, more than 30 percent of the rural population still depends on contaminated surface water sources for drinking water. UNICEF and its partners are working to bring appropriate water purification technology to the communities. More than 3,000 ceramic water filters have been made and distributed to villages and schools, where surface water is used as a major water source. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/myanmarwater.htm Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:05:19 -1000 The Italian Grand Prix takes place at Monza Italy this weekend, so what better time to profile popular Italian Toyota F1 driver Jarno Trulli? Keen on motorsport since the age of 4, Jarno made his Formula 1 debut at the age of 22 at the Australian Grand Prix in 1997. Away from the cockpit of his Formula 1 race car, the 33-year-old enjoys spending his free time with his family in St Moritz, Switzerland, as well as in his vineyard in the Podere Castorani region of Italy. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotajarno500.htm Thu, 06 Sep 2007 16:12:20 -1000 While many of us swelter in 100F heat, it's got to be cool somewhere! So to put the chill on things, StableRoad style, here's the introduction to Volcom Stone's "Subjekt Haakonsen", made by Richard Woolcott and Troy Eckert in 1996. The music "Over the Electric Grapevine" is by Primus. Terje Haakonsen is one of the most influential snowboarders of all time and was one of the sport's early icons. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/subjekthaakonsenintro.htm Thu, 06 Sep 2007 16:08:32 -1000 Here's the introduction of Rod Parmenter's classic video, "Wind Addiction". Filmed in Oregon and Washington, the video follows a group of hardy sailors who take on some of the most challenging waters of the USA. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/windaddictionintro.htm Thu, 06 Sep 2007 15:58:57 -1000 As the world windsurfing community focuses on Namibia for the upcoming speedsailing competition at Walvis Bay, we want to focus our attention on water... the water that we drink. We are curious what it’s like for the traveler visiting Namibia. So we've asked Vicki Masters this very question. Vicki is in Namibia for a year, volunteering her time with the VSO, helping to carry out activities to tackle poverty more effectively and efficiently. This is what she has to report. http://www.stableroad.com/namibia.html Thu, 30 Aug 2007 08:49:14 -1000 In this Williams F1 video, former F1 driver Martin Brundle hops into a driving suit and works up a sweat in an attempt to show the conditions that a modern F1 driver deals with. While it all looks easy enough to viewers on TV, Brundle quickly clears up any misconception about the demands placed on drivers during a race. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/f1fitness500.htm Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:34:50 -1000 In this clip from the 1989 Robert Masters video, Laird Hamilton and Fred Haywood go speedsailing off Maui. Fred explains what it takes to keep up with Laird. The message... never sheet out! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/movingtargetspeed.htm Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:29:16 -1000 Take a trip to the beautiful island of Barbados, the land of flying fish, hot sauce, rum punches - and windsurfing, Bajan style. Shot during the 1987 Suzuki International Funboard Championship, this video features Jimmy Diaz, Rodney "Ning Ning" Marshall, Paul Coutts, Dave Hackford and Lisa Neuberger. Slalom racing and longboard freestyle has rarely been so much fun! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy3barbados.htm Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:26:23 -1000 This week on StableRoad, it's time for you to let us know who your favorite sailor is. Is it Robby, Levi, Jason, Anne Marie, or the infamous Cosmicharlie? Vote now - or live with the consequences later! http://stableroad.blogspot.com Sun, 19 Aug 2007 11:28:20 -1000 In this Toyota Formula One video, we introduce you to the world of F1. From the steering wheel, seat and cockpit to the monocoque, brakes and tires, see how important each component is when seeking to maximize performance in a sport measured in thousandths of a second. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotabeginners500.htm Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:55:29 -1000 Here's a scene from Jonathan Weston's film "Journey Through Paradise". It tells the story of how surfing changed when the missionaries arrived on Maui. The footage of surfers and boogie boarders was shot at Honolua Bay and Windmills. There's also a sequence of skimboarders playing on the South Shore. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/jtpsurf.htm Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:53:36 -1000 In this Toyota Formula One video, we look at the logistics of running an F1 team. It's all about transportation, scheduling, packing equipment, spares, portable offices, computers... and an extra set of wrenches. Check it out - and gain perspective of what's involved in getting an F1 team to the races. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotalogistics500.htm Sat, 28 Jul 2007 23:24:42 -1000 In this clip from the 1989 Robert Masters video, Bjorn Dunkerbeck and Anders Bringdal take their 12' longboards out for a sail. The benefits of new carbon masts are explained - and Laird Hamilton weighs in on how slow longboards are. Watch and decide ;-) http://www.stableroad.com/videos/movingtargetrace.htm Sat, 28 Jul 2007 23:11:51 -1000 This week in ProFiles - we chat with Barry Spanier, the windsurfing sailmaker whose designs have powered more World Champions to victory than any other sailmaker. In this InPrint interview, he shares his thoughts about Arnaud de Rosnay, Bjorn Dunkerbeck, competition, speed - and of course, how to rig it right! http://www.stableroad.com/spanier.html Sat, 28 Jul 2007 23:03:55 -1000 Follow former F1 driver Mark Blundell as he prepares to test drive a new Williams Toyota F1 car at Silverstone, England. Of interest is that even though Mark has years of experience in F1 and CART, that a modern Formula One car really took his breath away! So buckle up and enjoy the ride! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/blundellf1test500.htm Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:49:38 -1000 The younger brother of seven time world champion Michael Schumacher, Ralf was racing go-karts before he was three years old. After blazing through the junior ranks - Formula Three and Formula Nippon, he entered the world of F1 in 1997 at the age of twenty two. Now he's preparing for this weekend's European Grand Prix, to be staged at the famous Nürburgring, located in the Eifel mountains south of Cologne, Germany. Meet the famed racer with six F1 victories under his belt. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotaralf500.htm Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:38:36 -1000 Here's the wave sequence from the popular 1988 video featuring Mark Angulo, Rush Randle, Mark Pederson and Alan Cadiz. Much of this footage was shot on the first day of production, in conditions that really were worth writing home about! Enjoy! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/ffwaves.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:47:09 -1000 In this Panasonic Toyota Formula One video, we enter the very secret world of a Formula 1 factory. Tour the carbon composite department, engine workshop, the wind tunnel and F1 workshop. Also highlighted are the team's "back offices", which are taken to the tracks during testing and races. Finally, the telemetry area, garage, fuel and tire storage areas are also revealed. Check it out! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotafactory500.htm Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:42:08 -1000 Even in countries that do have access to water, it's not always where people need it. In an attempt to motivate girls and young women to go to school, authorities in a district in Camaroon have placed a water well near their school, thus sparing the girls a long walk to a remote river to fetch water. See the results in this three minute video. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/watereducation.htm Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:35:51 -1000 Join Robby Naish and Peter Cabrinha as they visit Fiji in 1991 for some uncrowded tree climbing, juggling, surfing and wavesailing action. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/angleofattackfiji2.htm Sun, 15 Jul 2007 11:26:08 -1000 Here’s a clip from the 1990 show "Boardsailing Destination: Maui". Part one of this 'double segment' focuses on what to bring (or not to bring) when visiting Maui for a windsurf vacation. Part two is all about lessons - and a couple of tips on how to jibe a short board. Featuring Alan Cadiz and Craig Maisonville, with cameos from Mary Jo, Davo Weiss and the notorious DJ Ray. Presented by Steve Foulger. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bdmrentlessons.htm Sun, 08 Jul 2007 14:46:49 -1000 We've been having some fun setting up our new radio channel at last.fm - and now invite you to check it out. Kick back to an eclectic mix of jazz, chillout, progressive rock, electronic, classical and fusion. http://www.stableroad.com/lastfm.html Sun, 08 Jul 2007 14:39:16 -1000 Twenty years ago, big air was the name of the game at the Columbia River Gorge... and Rod Parmenter was there to catch the action. This clip is from "Boardsailing Year, Volume 3" - and features Maui Meyer, Mike Waltze, Bruce Peterson and others. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy3gorge.htm Sun, 08 Jul 2007 14:26:09 -1000 Here's a look at 1985 windsurf board trends, including the classic Tinkler Tail. Featuring Jimmy Lewis, Robby Naish, Fred Haywood and Randy Naish. Filmed in Hawaii, California and Florida. Boardheads may be intrigued to see what has - and has not changed in board designs over the years. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy1boards.htm Tue, 03 Jul 2007 17:35:56 -1000 This week in ProFiles... we catch up with Anders Bringdal, the charismatic Swedish sailor who turns 40 this month. To celebrate the event early, he recently cruised to a lead in the Maui GPS V-Max Speed Challenge Series at a speed of, you guessed it, 40 knots. Read on to learn more about this Scandinavian speedster. http://www.stableroad.com/bringdal.html Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:35:59 -1000 This week in ProFiles... it's all about PWA World Wavesailing Champion Kevin Pritchard, who shares his thoughts on Maui, windsurfing, his new race sails, his latest hobby - and more, in this InPrint interview. http://www.stableroad.com/pritchard.html Sat, 23 Jun 2007 17:20:07 -1000 In this Toyota Formula One video, watch how a well trained pit crew functions. It is only through intense practice that the teams can deliver the service needed to win a Formula One race. Each second wasted in the pits can cause the driver to lose valuable track position. As you'll see, teamwork is key. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotapitcrew500.htm Mon, 18 Jun 2007 11:35:56 -1000 In this behind the scenes video, take a look at a day in the life of a Formula One engineer. It is through race engineers like Francesco Nenci that all technical aspects of the Toyota Formula One cars are coordinated. Ralf Schumacher and Yarno Trulli depend on the engineers to deliver a car that is well tuned and set-up to suit their driving styles at each different track. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotaengineer500.htm Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:01:20 -1000 Go behind the scenes of Formula One and step into the world of automotive IT, courtesy of the Panasonic Toyota Racing Team. The world of F1 is a complex one. With over 1300 parameters transmitted from Ralf Schumacher’s and Jarno Trulli’s cars to the pits, this data then gets re-transmitted via satellite to Cologne for data processing - and suggested improvements for those back at the track. Watch the video and see how it all works! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/toyotatech500.htm Fri, 15 Jun 2007 18:46:01 -1000 Long before Laird Hamilton was being towed around by jet skis or stand-up surfing, he was a speedsailor. In his first major appearance in a Robert Masters video, Laird explains the attraction to speed. Fred Haywood, his mentor at the time, weighs in on the technique required for speed sailing in high wind. With a recent starring role as Lance Burkhart in the movie “North Shore”, a star was born – and Laird was on his way... fast! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/ffspeed.htm Sat, 09 Jun 2007 01:42:21 -1000 Join Robby Naish and Peter Cabrinha as they head to Fiji in 1991 for some uncrowded windsurfing and freestyle action. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/angleofattackfiji1.htm Fri, 08 Jun 2007 14:40:58 -1000 Take a ride around Malaysia’s Sepang track with Honda F1 driver Rubens Barrichello. One thing of note - listen to the time it takes to up-shift this amazing car!!! We’ve not added any voice-over to this video, so you can really enjoy the sound of this engine. A version including Ruben’s explanation about the track is also available for viewing. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/hondasepang07lap500.htm Sun, 03 Jun 2007 11:39:41 -1000 In this clip from the irreverent 1991 Robert Masters video, Rush Randle makes comments about the Tiga ad campaign (and does a bit of sand surfing), Erik Thieme gets all dressed up for an indoor windsurfing event, while Mathias Holmberg, Nathalie Simon and Sierra Emory do what it is that they love to do... http://www.stableroad.com/videos/rapnroll2.htm Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:49:03 -1000 While the global water crisis may be an inconvenience for some, it is a matter of life and death for others. Watch this three minute video to learn what is happening in Cambodia - and to hear what people are doing to solve the problem. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/cambodiawater.htm Fri, 01 Jun 2007 13:52:35 -1000 Featuring Hawaii surfer Bethany Hamilton, this documentary tells the story of her life, the fateful day when she lost her arm - and her subsequent quest to overcome adversity. "Heart of a Soul Surfer" will be shown on June 15th at this year's Maui Film Festival. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/hearttrailer480.htm Thu, 31 May 2007 10:45:42 -1000 StableRoad presents 'ProFiles' - a series of 'InPrint' interviews and articles featuring people from all walks of life. Our inaugural article features sailmaker Jeff Henderson, resident of Stable Road, owner of Hot Sails Maui - and designer of the well known windsurf sail, the Superfreak. Read on... http://www.stableroad.com/henderson.html Tue, 29 May 2007 15:44:08 -1000 In this 1985 interview, Robby Naish discusses the American windsurfing market, the boards he uses, unusual innovations, cold water sailing - and his focus on the sport. Filmed by Robert Masters on Oahu in 1985, it also features Robby racing in San Francisico and doing wrap-arounds for the show "Windsurfing World". http://www.stableroad.com/videos/naishinterviews2.htm Mon, 28 May 2007 09:29:30 -1000 Honda F1 drivers Rubens Barichello and Jensen Button discuss the challenges of running Formula1 cars in extreme temperatures and humidity - and then put the F1 Honda to work on the Sepang Circuit. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/hondasepang07vnr500.htm Sat, 26 May 2007 14:06:23 -1000 Robert Masters and his brother, Mike, have teamed up to present you with three new "ambientTV" experiences - a relaxing combination of natural images and electronic music. When CNN and Law & Order seem a bit much, slow down the pace and go ambient! http://www.stableroad.com/ambient.html Sat, 26 May 2007 14:01:49 -1000 Here's action and an interview with Williams F1 Team driver Alex Wurz, kitesurfing at the VentoBrazil Windsurf & Kite Center at Paracuru, Brazil. It's interesting to see how the world's best race drivers get their thrills! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/alexwurzkite480.htm Sat, 26 May 2007 13:52:52 -1000 This is Anita's first attempt at clay animation. If she hadn't told us, we wouldn't have been the wiser! Your children will enjoy watching this entertaining short video which shows our Earth responding to fossil fuels - and clean energy. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/homesweethome480.htm Sat, 26 May 2007 13:46:57 -1000 Step into the world of 1987 professional windsurfing racing, featuring Robby Naish, Anders Bringdal, Bjorn and Britt Dunkerbeck, Alex Aguera and Nevin Sayre. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy3sf.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:31:23 -0700 Quick tips from Jerry Percival, Mike Waltze and Carl Meinberg in Rod Parmenter's classic Gorge video. Learn the 360, the heli-tack and the monkey jibe. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/hwbtrick.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:26:47 -0700 Take a trip back with Jonathan Weston, who shows us early days on shortboards, Hawaiian style. Jonathan also composed and performed the windsurfing song featured in this classic clip. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/wtesong.htm Thu, 17 May 2007 13:22:39 -0700 A scene from Jonathan Weston's windsurf film "Journey Through Paradise", with Jason Polokow, Robby Naish and Robby Seeger. This was filmed around the time when people were getting into double loops. So sit back and enjoy the pain. Remember, it's only temporary! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/jtpwindsurf.htm Thu, 10 May 2007 18:26:19 -1000 This beautifully produced short "mood" film by Red Bull Racing shows the build up from concept and design - to getting ready to race. Featuring the 2006 Formula1 Red Bull and Toro Rosso team drivers - Christian Klien, David Coulthard, Vitantonio Liuzzi and Scott Speed. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/racingbulls.htm Thu, 10 May 2007 18:18:11 -1000 In mid-April, 2007 - a Japanese film crew and a team of world-class windsurfers converged at Stable Road. They came to capture in high-def video the action sequences for a new movie in the works, honoring the Japanese windsurfing hero, Natsuki Iijima, who passed away in 2006. Here are some photos from the film set. Ho'okele 'anó á mau loa ma na lani, Natsuki. http://www.stableroad.com/natsuki.html Wed, 09 May 2007 12:50:12 -1000 Take a look at the rigorous testing that modern Formula1 cars are put through before being allowed on-track. By clever use of carbon and aluminium, the monocoque dissipates energy, thus offering the driver protection within the car's safety cell. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/f1safety.htm Sun, 06 May 2007 12:27:40 -1000 This 1985 footage, filmed by Robert Masters, has never been shown in public before now! Robby Naish discusses his early windsurfing days, the Olympics, the pro-racing circuit and industry growing pains in this exclusive StableRoad video special. Also featured - Robby sailing at Diamond Head, Oahu. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/naishinterviews1.htm Sun, 29 Apr 2007 17:14:09 -1000 In this chapter of Jonathan Weston’s documentary video, Mike Waltze has his first windsurf lesson in 1969, Robby Naish takes the world by storm at age thirteen – and Bjorn Dunkerbeck is out sailing at the tender age of nine! As Jason Prior puts it - it's all about riding to live - and living to ride! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/wtehistory.htm Sun, 22 Apr 2007 11:13:56 -1000 Twenty years ago, speed sailing fever was in the air. With Pascal Maka having smashed the World Speed Record held by Crossbow, sailors around the world were hooking in and holding on in a quest to secure local bragging rights on who really was the fastest kid on the block. Here’s one such story from a sleepy town in California. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy3speed.htm Fri, 13 Apr 2007 09:38:05 -1000 This scene from Jonathan Weston's "Impact Zone" focuses on what happens after you take a trip over the falls at Hookipa! Relax! Hold your breath! http://www.stableroad.com/videos/impactzoneholdyourbreath.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2007 12:05:11 -1000 This clip from Robert Masters' Emmy Award winning video features Robby Naish doing freestyle on a Mistral Equipe, while the rest of the crew play around on short boards. A very young Kevin Pritchard weighs the pros and cons of sailing vs studying. How to find a balance! "Think About Soul" by The Sighs. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/heartandsoulthinkaboutsoul.htm Mon, 02 Apr 2007 12:21:35 -1000 This 1986 event featured the best course and slalom windsurf racers in action - Ken Winner, Nevin Sayre, Jimmy Diaz, Cort Larned, Maui Meyer, Rhonda Smith and Nathalie LeLievre. Check out Nevin and Ken on 12' raceboards in 30 knot winds! And you thought longboards were slow? http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy2bahamas.htm Sun, 25 Mar 2007 08:50:36 -1000 In StableRoad's inaugural InPrint technical report, step behind the lens with Robert Masters and take a look at Sony's new XDCAM-HD disc camcorder - and Canon's 40X HD lens. Zoom zoom!!! http://www.stableroad.com/xdcam.html Wed, 21 Mar 2007 00:18:07 -1000 A scene from Jonathan Weston's "Impact Zone". Shot on Maui, this sequence focuses on air time - and features David Wetter, Alex Aguera, Mike Waltze, Robby Naish and others. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/impactzoneair.htm Mon, 19 Mar 2007 07:42:13 -1000 Here it is! The first chapter of the first video produced by Robert Masters! "We purchased a Sony video camera and 3/4" U-Matic recorder, rented an edit system - and the rest is history..." http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy1intro.htm Mon, 12 Mar 2007 09:52:11 -1000 The conclusion to Volcom Stone's 1996 release, "Subject Haakonsen". Check out one of snowboarding's living legends in action... in powder. "Rumble in Brighton" by The Brian Setzer Orchestra. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/subjecthaakonsenend.htm Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:53:45 -1000 Follow Fred Haywood to Weymouth, England - as he competes in the 1985 Johnny Walker Speed Trails, attempting to recapture the windsurfing World Speed Record. Robby Naish also weighs in on what it takes to go fast... http://www.stableroad.com/videos/bsy1speed.htm Sat, 03 Mar 2007 18:44:31 -1000 Wavesailing action from the Rod Parmenter video, "Angle of Attack". Filmed on location at Diamond Head, Oahu. Featuring Robby Naish and Peter Cabrinha. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/angleofattackdiamondhead.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2007 20:38:28 -1000 Check out the amazing photography of Darrell Wong - and take a visual trip down windsurfing's memory lane. http://www.stableroad.com/wong.html Thu, 22 Feb 2007 12:50:26 -1000 Witness the construction of a windsurf sail, from concept to completion. The early 1990's were exciting times for sail makers, who were using computers and automated cutting systems to bring sail development to a whole new level. This six minute music video by Robert Masters features Barry Spanier, Geoff Bourne and the 1991 Neil Pryde World Cup Team. It was filmed on location in Maui, Hong Kong and China. http://www.stableroad.com/videos/factory.htm Mon, 19 Jun 2006 14:47:45 -1000