Synopsis

In 2015, Damien Rider paddled solo and unassisted from Coolangatta to Bondi, an act of sheer determination that ignited a relentless pursuit of pushing body, mind, and spirit beyond what the world deemed possible. Now, 10 years later, he embarks on a 12-day journey, retracing his original paddle, reflecting on the four defining principles that have shaped his evolution— Strength, Trust, Gratitude, and Love—and the extraordinary feats that tested each of them. This isn’t just a story about endurance. It’s a new blueprint for healing and human potential. Through these experiences, he has realised: After a decade of inner evolution, I feel ready to truly begin.