The one who gave me what I have today. The catalyst of it all. I knew no one in the surf industry. He gave me the opportunity, showed me the skills, and gave me place to develop them.

I shaped my first board with him side by side, and will never look at a surfboard or shape line ever again the same without thinking of him, in mind, body and spirit.

Rest in peace Mike. See you on the other side. Forever in my heart.