"That First Glide" is the newest stand-up paddle movie from Mike Waltze. The Hawaiian extreme waterman will be in Auckland, New Zealand, for the premier of his new film."That First Glide" showcases the history of the world's fastest growing sport, from its Hawaiian roots to the huge industry it has become today. It translates into words and images the sensation of gliding over the waves.That feeling of speed, flying, and oneness with the ocean that surfers have been chasing for more than 60 years, that has now become instantly accessible to millions more through Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP). Watch the trailer, here."New Zealander's have really embraced the sport", says big wave surfer Campbell Farrell. "The SUP surf and race scenes are developing strongly, and some of our top paddlers are doing incredibly well on the world stage".

Published: March 26, 2012, 8:15:07 AM CDT











