First On Board — Programs

Historical list of our Original Documentary Programs. Each title captures the early days of action sports — skateboarding, snowboarding, and BMX as told by the athletes and insiders who lived it.

Snowboarding's Holy Grail 1981 Snowboarding's first ever contest with interviews from early competitors who predict what the sport's future will bring. The definitive documentary on the origins of snowboarding. Rare footage and firsthand accounts from the pioneers who shaped the sport from its earliest days on the mountain. Featuring Jake Burton, Tom Sims, Scott Jacobson and more

Skateboarding's Crown Jewel 1979 The crown jewel of skateboarding history from Boulder, CO. A documentary capturing the raw energy and creativity of skateboarding's formative years. The contests, the culture, and the legends who defined the sport. Featuring pool riding legends Duane Peters, Micke Alba, Eric Grisham, Eddie Elguera and many more.

Curb Dogs Vol. 1 Dave Vanderspek's Curb Dogs freestyle in action. Shows early heroes who were the creators. Before there was fame for their skills they were in it for the fun. Street contests were considered successful if no one got arrested. Featuring Dave Vanderspek with Joe Johnson, Kevin Staab and P. Welinder.

Curb Dogs Vol. 2 More street sessions, more legends and more of the underground culture that built modern skateboarding. Dave's bad boy image may have caught up with him when he was found dead. Murder or suicide? His friends still ask this question and wanted to continue in his honor. Featuring Dave Vanderspek with Brian Blythen, Maurice Meyer and Ron Wilkerson.

King of the Mountain 1981 Pro Invitational contest from Hi Roller Skate Park in Boulder Colorado. High-altitude action from the early snowboard competition circuit. Watch the athletes who turned a fringe activity into a global phenomenon. Featuring legends Duane Peters, Micke Alba, Eric Grisham and Eddie "El Gato" Elguera and more.