Maz Quinn

Overlanding it nearly 4000 km from Auckland on the North Island to Dunedin on the wave rich yet rugged South Island, Drive Thru New Zealand embarks on another zany adventure as veteran road warriors scour this beautiful surf soaked land.

"A Common Thread" is an action documentary showcasing the lives and talents of a diverse group of surfers throughout the world. From the perfect rights at jeffery's bay to the shifty pits at pipeline, it follows various characters ranging from top professionals to the surfing stockbroker. "A Common Thread" is an artful production that captures the powerful allure and passion of surfing as a lifestyle. Starring: Rob Machado, Taylor Easley, Simon Nicholson, Keli Campbell, Ian Walsh, Maz Quinn, CJ Kanuha, and Shane Dorian. Also featuring: Chad Campbell, Cully Chestnut, Darieus Legg, Peter Nicholson, Travis Logi, Sean Holmes, Taj Burrow, Kelly Slater, Mick Fanning, Conan Hayes, Jordy Brough, Casey Brown, Tonino Benson, Jared Willaford, Andy Irons, Tory Barron, Tamayo Perry, Branden Dias and Bruce Irons.

In the 1990s, Kelly Slater established himself as the most dominant professional surfer ever. He won a record 6 world titles. But that was then. By 2005, it had been 7 years since he had worn the crown. Many thought he was past his prime. They were wrong. Experience the most triumphant year of Kelly's career. Join him in the epic waves of the WCT "Dream Tour" -- Australia, South Pacific, Africa, North and South America, Asia and Europe -- on his quest for his long-awaited 7th world title. Get a behind-the-scenes look into one of the most intense years in competitive surfing -- the rivalries, the controversies and the drama -- from the worlds top pro surfers. Witness revealing and exclusive interviews with Kelly and never before seen backstage footage of his life.