My influences, that is a hard one. Jesse Owens is probably my biggest inspiration to always work hard through what ever the world throws at me. My influences in skating, probably has to be Mike Vallely. He always goes all in and he can skate just about all styles. And Stacey Peralta. OG skater, film maker, and a team manager of character.
Definitely Jay Adams, Duane Peters, and Larry Bertlemann. Every time I surf skate, I think about Jay Adams and Larry because of their reverts and carves. Duane Peters influenced me to try to bomb a half pipe. Failed miserably because I was scared, but if I can manage to just get really angry and not give a damn when I drop in, I can probably hit it.
I'm a skateboarder from the 1970s so the Bert slide was part of our daily skate moves. I was surfing Ala Moana one time and saw Larry out there with his easy to recognize big afro.
Love Larry's style and how he influenced our surfing and skating back in the 70's. I was fortunate enough in the late 70's to watch (from the line up) Buttons, Mark Liddell and Louis Ferrera at Kaisers in Oahu when there visiting family. Those guys blew minds! They were doing stuff 40+ years ago that took decades to catch up to! Thank you for the post. Great interview!
@@WorkForAvocados Thanks. I was a high schooler then and my cousins and I were goofy groms in absolute awe of those guys! Just like the we were of the DogTown crew. Great channel, man. Keep up the great work.
Awesome interview. Can't believe your first guest is such a legend. So sick. I skate for myself but I think it is rad anytime anyone gives me some of their time and watches the videos. Awesome interview. Pumped for you.
Thanks dude! I was so stoked that he said yes haha. And definitely, I consider it kind of like a polished video journal and to learn. I’m stoked when I get a good GoPro clip but I’m more stoked when I see where I made a mistake and where I can improve on. Thank you for the support man!
I love the old school style of skating. I need to learn the Bert slide anything is possible hehe . This was a great video man nice stories. Welcome to YT skate crew
Salvation Skateboards i love that era too! The whole ride was the trick and just flowing with everything. I think it’s cool that that style is somewhat coming back and being combined with the more technical side of skating! Thanks for the welcome man, hope to do more videos like this🤙🏼🛹
@@WorkForAvocados Bro the style is so diabolical 😎🔥 love ittt! There is a trick im not sure what the name is anymore but always loved it and i actually do it in my most recent video im curious if you know what it is because i forgot :/ and of course big pimps thanks for the share on this
Who is an influential figure in your life? Leave a comment below!
My influences, that is a hard one.
Jesse Owens is probably my biggest inspiration to always work hard through what ever the world throws at me. My influences in skating, probably has to be Mike Vallely. He always goes all in and he can skate just about all styles. And Stacey Peralta. OG skater, film maker, and a team manager of character.
Adventures in Skateboarding At 40 Plus my dad used to tell me about Jesse Owens, such a legend. Solid list!
Ray Barbee, Peggy Oki, Rodney Mullen, Marty Grimes, Vicki Vickers, Elissa Steamer are a solid tie for me.
Definitely Jay Adams, Duane Peters, and Larry Bertlemann. Every time I surf skate, I think about Jay Adams and Larry because of their reverts and carves. Duane Peters influenced me to try to bomb a half pipe. Failed miserably because I was scared, but if I can manage to just get really angry and not give a damn when I drop in, I can probably hit it.
I'm a skateboarder from the 1970s so the Bert slide was part of our daily skate moves. I was surfing Ala Moana one time and saw Larry out there with his easy to recognize big afro.
Man it must have been epic to see that then in real person like that. Thanks for the comment John! Stay stoked
his laughter is amazing. thank you, LB
Love Larry's style and how he influenced our surfing and skating back in the 70's. I was fortunate enough in the late 70's to watch (from the line up) Buttons, Mark Liddell and Louis Ferrera at Kaisers in Oahu when there visiting family. Those guys blew minds! They were doing stuff 40+ years ago that took decades to catch up to! Thank you for the post. Great interview!
pazvato that must have been so epic to watch up close like that! Can’t wait to see where the future of surfing is headed. Thanks for watching!
@@WorkForAvocados Thanks. I was a high schooler then and my cousins and I were goofy groms in absolute awe of those guys! Just like the we were of the DogTown crew. Great channel, man. Keep up the great work.
Larry Bertlemann! The man’s a legend! Nice work Mike! Great interview! Makes me wanna go do a Bert!
Thanks man! Hope you’re still able to skate up there. Hope to skate with you again some day Rick. Stay well brother
Bruce and Andy have influenced me in my life. Amazing video!!!
Thanks for the comment Donavan! True rippers in every sense and beyond
Awesome interview. Can't believe your first guest is such a legend. So sick.
I skate for myself but I think it is rad anytime anyone gives me some of their time and watches the videos.
Awesome interview. Pumped for you.
Thanks dude! I was so stoked that he said yes haha. And definitely, I consider it kind of like a polished video journal and to learn. I’m stoked when I get a good GoPro clip but I’m more stoked when I see where I made a mistake and where I can improve on. Thank you for the support man!
Muchas gracias
Perfect video opening before the intro. Great video flow.
Adventures in Skateboarding At 40 Plus trying to trim the fat a little more!
such an honor!
Sorry for the late response! It was really awesome to be able to talk with him. Seems like such a cool guy
So sick 🤙🏻 what a legend 🛹
You never know where your influence may be felt
welcome to you tube skate crew, nice channel i subbed up!
liam nanninga thank you dude! Appreciate the welcome and support
Good interview. Larry's so chill and so positive 🤙🏾
actionace he really is! Such an easy guy to talk to
I love the old school style of skating. I need to learn the Bert slide anything is possible hehe . This was a great video man nice stories. Welcome to YT skate crew
Salvation Skateboards i love that era too! The whole ride was the trick and just flowing with everything. I think it’s cool that that style is somewhat coming back and being combined with the more technical side of skating! Thanks for the welcome man, hope to do more videos like this🤙🏼🛹
@@WorkForAvocados Bro the style is so diabolical 😎🔥 love ittt! There is a trick im not sure what the name is anymore but always loved it and i actually do it in my most recent video im curious if you know what it is because i forgot :/ and of course big pimps thanks for the share on this
Good interviewing skills!
Thanks! I’d like to make this a regular segment in addition to the vlogs
Anything Is Possible...
Great to hear your interview w/ LB , grew up as a fan . How can I write him a letter? Thank you, EN
He’s a rad dude! Try his social media, glad you enjoyed it
I was disappointed. He behaved like a diva.