" Even though I have shaped ten of thousands of surfboards, I am still a student when it come to surfboard design. I've always said surfing is all about having fun, no matter what your level of ability is and the truth is, while not everyone necessarily rips, everyone is capable of having fun. I'm finding out, by firsthand experience, that sometimes you just need to be practical and realistic about your ability and what you are riding. Don't let the conditions of the surf or poor judgement in the equipment you choose to ride, dictate your session. Know your options and change up the board you are riding if you need to and I promise, if you do that, you will re-energize your surfing and rekindle the stoke you may have thought you lost..."