In ramp skating, theres this guy Alex Perelson whos really coming into his own and doing some amazing new stuff we havent seen before. Just different types of spin.

I think skateboarding is hugely challenging - it teaches you self-confidence, it teaches you self-motivation, and it can be something that helps you throughout your life.

My definition of success is doing what you love. I feel many people do things because they feel they have to, and are hesitant to risk following their passion.

There were so many things associated with it in terms of music and fashion, and a different way of thinking that, for me, skateboarding represented so much of what I wanted to do with my life at an early age.

All I care about is that people remember me as a good skater, as someone who was innovative.

I feel like skateboarding is as much of a sport as a lifestyle, and an art form, so there's so much that that transcends in terms of music, fashion, and entertainment.

Being different is awesome! All of those who are different are more interesting than those who are clamoring for acceptance because they follow the path.