SILVER LININGS starring Jordy Smith

J-Bay is truly special.   For Jordy, it is a second home and a place he returns to whenever possible.  It’s not only the wave but the people and the place that makes him feel at home.

 

In Episode 10, the 2022 tour season has finished and Jordy is buzzing to be back at J-Bay with his family and scoring waves up and down the coast.

'Silver Linings' is a series starring Jordy Smith. The episodic journey covers the incredible highs and devastating lows Jordy experienced in his life over the past 18 months.  From entering fatherhood to scoring the best waves he's seen at home, to facing a near career-ending injury forcing him to pull out of the Olympics, this series documents the rollercoaster ride Jordy has been on and the 'Silver Linings' that he encounters within his journey.

Morgan Maassen | Jordy Smith surfing to another level

Video from Morgan Maassen

My longstanding attraction to surfing has always been through the elegance of style. Watching the way someone can navigate a wave, connecting moves, making every motion look effortless... it's why I see this sport more akin to an artform.

And while there are many surfers I admire for their style in the water, Jordy Smith has distinguished himself on a level above all else.

Photo: Morgan Maassen

Jumping from Hawaii to South Africa to Indonesia this last year, I witnessed Jordy push his surfing to another level, as he paired his talent with his insane personal drive.

Being courtside to him surfing, whether sweating on the shores of a jungle atoll or dodging white sharks swimming with my waterhousing... it was like running with the bulls, witnessing a display of raw power and energy only so few have ever achieved athletically.

direct/film/edit: Morgan Maassen
additional filming: Blake Myers
Supported by O'Neill

Jordy Smith | Strike Missions: A Pocketful of Rand

For the 4th installment of O’Neill Strike Missions, Jordy Smith hosts his homeland, the Republic of South Africa. The mission takes Jordy, Ian Crane, and Soli Bailey on an overland excursion. The crew gets fully exposed to the culture and diversity of the Rainbow Nation, scoring amazing surf along the entire coast of South Africa and beyond. Sit back and dream of your next adventure as the boys take you on a journey of travel and surf exploration.

Jordy Smith | Supertubes, WA

Scraps EP.3 - Supertubes, WA from Wez Lewis

Jordy Smith finding some shade up the coast of Western Australia.

Filmed & edited by: wezlew

Music by: 'Raving George feat. Oscar And The Wolf - Youre Mine'

On Focus

Quicky with Jordy Smith at Supertubos, Portugal.

Jordy Smith - Beyond the Tour

Introducing 'Beyond The Tour', a new series shining the spotlight on Jordy Smith in and out of the water. Get Inside access to Jordy’s journey through the exotic stops of the tour filled with free surf sessions and exclusive highlights. This edition delves into the South African leg where Jordy ignited J-Bay with his perfect 10s – it also features an inside look at Trestles and Jordy’s life at his adopted home in California. Beyond the Tour brings to life the voyage & emotions of a pro surfer. Catch Jordy dialing into his equipment, shred novelty waves, and dive into South Africa & California.

La Belle Hossegor

La Belle Hossegor from Darkline productions

La Graviere (Hossegor) Warm Ups
John John Florence
Kolohe Andino
Owen Wright
Jordy Smith
Gabriel Medina
Joel Parkinson
Ross Williams
Edited: Darkline Productions (Oscar Valencia)
Music: Herve Vilard - Capri C´est Fini

Just Now - Jordy Smith

Just Now - Jordy Smith from Dane Staples

'Just Now' (South African set phrase) Very close to the present moment, just a moment ago.

A short surf film directed by Dane Staples starring professional surfer Jordy Smith.

Jordy Smith in Collecting Dust

Jordy Smith in Collecting Dust. from Jordy Smith
I've been so unsure with what to do with all my footage over the last year or two I decided to just get out out there. I commissioned good friend and one of the best film makers I know to edit it, Blake Myers. I hope you like what he created.

Additional footage:
Nick Green
Steve Kennedy
Lochlan Mckinnon
Jason Hearn

Jordy Smith 4K

Video from Dane Staples
Jordy is back from injury and has been getting some practice somewhere at home in Africa for the opening WSL event at Snapper rocks.

Soundtrack: Magic Wands - Space (https://soundcloud.com/brightantenna/...)

Film & Edit: Dane Staples (https://www.instagram.com/dane_staples/)

Drone & Water: Ant Fox 
(https://www.instagram.com/antfoxphoto/)

Jordy Smith

"Part man, part dog in a bathtub" Photo: Ryan Miller

Julian Wilson and Jordy Smith & Corey Wilson

Julian Wilson and Jordy Smith through the lens of photographer Corey Wilson.

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Julian Wilson, intuitive air time Photo: Corey Wilson

Jordy Smith, frontside lightning Photo: Corey Wilson

Julian Wilson in dream glass Photo: Corey Wilson

Julian Wilson, monster alley oop Photo: Corey Wilson

Jordy Smith weaves a circle Photo: Corey Wilson

Julian Wilson, stalefish rotation Photo: Corey Wilson 

Photo editor at Surfing, Peter Taras, says: "The best thing about Corey is just how positive he is to be around. It's infectious and a lot of people like that quality. Photographers can be moody. Corey is not. He's also classic in his approach to photography. Brooks School trained. Makes the right decisions always and takes risk when he needs to."