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BENEATH THE BRIM WITH
Mick Fanning
Professional Surfer & Australian Icon
For Mick Fanning AO, adventure has always been found beyond the familiar. A three-time World Champion surfer, Mick has spent a lifetime chasing waves, travelling to remote corners of the world and embracing everything that comes with life outdoors.
From the ocean to the open road, his enduring connection to movement, exploration and the natural world continues to shape the way he approaches adventure.
Chasing The Swell
After a lifetime spent chasing waves around the world, what is it about the Australian outdoors that keeps drawing you back?
I’ve been lucky enough to see some pretty incredible places, but Australia just feels different. There’s so much variety here. You can surf in the morning, disappear into the bush in the afternoon and feel like you haven’t seen another person all day. There are still places where you can properly get away from everything. No schedule, no noise — just get out there and see what happens.
What do you think makes Australians so drawn to the outdoors, whether it’s the ocean, the bush, the open road or somewhere in between?
I reckon it’s just part of growing up here. We’ve got so much of it on our doorstep that being outside becomes part of your life without you really thinking about it. And there’s a freedom to it. You don’t need much of a plan. Chuck a few things in the car, grab a couple of mates and go. Some of the best days are the ones where you don’t really know where you’re going to end up.
Chasing The Swell
You’ve spent years travelling in search of waves and adventure. What have you learned about packing light and taking only what you actually need?
I’ve definitely learned that you need a lot less than you think you do. When I was younger I’d pack for every possible situation. I’ve mastered packing light now…but I’ve had to because when you travel with little kids there’s so much gear you have to take you can hardly fit any of your own stuff in the bag.
What makes a piece of gear worth taking with you, whether you’re heading to the beach, into the bush or somewhere completely unknown?
I like gear that’s simple, tough and can handle a few different situations. If I can throw it in the back of the car, get it wet, cover it in sand and not have to worry about it, that’s normally a pretty good sign.
Australia can throw everything at you in a single day. How do you prepare for the elements when you’re heading outdoors?
You’ve just got to expect Australia to stitch you up at some point. It can be beautiful when you leave home and four hours later you’re freezing, getting hammered by rain or wondering why you didn’t bring sunscreen. I try to keep it pretty simple — water, sun protection, something warm, something waterproof and a bit of common sense. And always have a few extra things in the car. The car’s basically the backup plan.
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