From The Campaign Headquarters Of Christian Fletcher

Friday, September 3rd, 2010
Time flies. And, apparently, so does Greyson.

(Time flies. And, apparently, so does Greyson.)

It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing my withdrawal for candidacy for the position of San Clemente City Council.

At this point in my life, I have come to the conclusion that my son Greyson takes precedence and priority above and beyond all other matters. Though I have spent a lot of time researching all issues and avenues that would benefit and help the residents and city of San Clemente, I think it is far more important that I continue to build a relationship with my son first and foremost. He is what matters to me more than anything else.

We just got back from an epic skate event up in Oregon, and we’re planning another one down the road. We work together, live together, surf together, skate together. This is my life and I love it. The time is now but, at the same time, time waits for no one. I missed out on a lot of his earlier years, so I need to be here for him now. I admit, it’s been hard trying to play catch-up, but it’s also been a blast. Trials and tribulations - and I wouldn’t trade this moment for anything.

I would like to thank everyone who has supported me along this brief political journey of mine; family, friends and especially to my loyal fans. You guys have always had my back and it really shows.

But I’ll be back. Just because I’m withdrawing now doesn’t mean my career in politics is over. Who knows what the future will hold? So, expect to see my name on the ballots two yeas from now. Christian Fletcher for San Clemente City Council 2012!

And, man, I really like how Councilman Fletcher sounds… I think it has a nice ring to it.

Sincerely,

Christian Fletcher

San Clemente, CA

09-03-2010

Astrodeck By Herbie Fletcher: The Originator Not The Imitator

Friday, August 27th, 2010

       When the first Brazilian in the ’80s started using OUR company name, Astrodeck, Herb contacted him and tried to negotiate a deal to buy back our Astrodeck name that he had registered in Brazil. The guy was very uncooperative and did not want to sell it to us-which was very unethical-but, unfortunately, not illegal. Herb contacted a lawyer here in the states about options and he was advised that he could probably win the case but it could exhaust all company assets. Herb had a young, growing family, limited resources, and so he made the decision to move forward by creating films and products that he was proud of, hoping that he could revisit the Brazilian infringement at a later date.

       Time marched on and the business had periods of expansion and contractions, with many people jumping into the traction market that Herb created through his invention of the surfboard tail pad. With many players in the market for the pad (Which, by the way, is the smallest segment of surf-related sales.) being dependent on the purchase of a new board, it was difficult to keep our small family-owned company afloat. There was much money spent with attorneys getting trademark protection in many foreign countries, but most never produced the revenue that made the expense worth while.

       We had heard nothing out of Brazil for quite some time until we ran into our friend, the shaper, Pat Rawson, at the tradeshow last year and he said that he wanted us to meet a young Brazilian who had bought “Astrodeck” from the previous Brazilian who had trademarked it. Pat said that the young guy really wanted to make it right and work with us. We were thrilled! After the initial introduction, I started to correspond with him through emails as I was always the one who handled all the international business. It was almost immediately apparent that the only way to work together would be a licensing deal due to the exchange rate, import duties, etc. I called him to discuss going forward and he became extremely reluctant to put together any specifics after he said that he was making many items with the Astrodeck name on them, and I said that I felt he would rightly owe me a royalty on anything with the Astrodeck name. He then said that he would have to talk to his people at Astrodeck. That pissed me off and I tried to politely explain to him that he WAS talking to Astrodeck. That’s when he decided to hang up, and that’s the last any of us have heard from him.
       That is, until he popped up on Facebook with an Astrodeck profile and account. He is now also in the process of launching a website known as Astrodeck.com.br., where he has even stolen my Astrodeck logo and insignia that was personally created by Shawn Stussy for Herbie.
       My attorney said yesterday that I have a very good case. But it could cost me north of $80,000.00. And at this point, with a still-small family-owned business (practically one of the only ones still surviving in this surf industry), that kind of money could completely destroy what we’ve spent our whole lives trying to achieve.
       What he’s done may be lawful…but it’s immoral, unethical, and fuckin’ stinks!!!
       Best regards,
       Dibi Fletcher
       CEO

THE THREE SAVING GRACES OF “HEY DIBI”

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Note to readers: In case you’re wondering why there are so many grammatical errors as far as the content of some of these questions goes, that’s because I’ve left them as is. I haven’t edited or corrected the comments and questions people have been asking for “Hey Dibi”. Sometimes I get a kick out of the typos and terrible sentence structures. I mean, I know I’m not perfect in this area, either. There are probably a lot of errors you can find in this paragraph alone. But, man…someone once wrote me something and misspelled the word “ocean”. Seriously. They wrote “oshen”. So, anyway, instead of acting the part of the Spelling Gestapo here, I’m just gonna go with the flow and let you guys get a kick out of the type of stuff I get to read every day.

And now back to our regularly scheduled program…

"The Three Graces"

hi dibi, what do you think is your greatest attribute and your biggest flaw as a human being? - Anonymous

Dibi: Patience and impatience. The great thing about being human is we get to play both sides of the record.

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Hey Dibi, how does nathan stay so fit and trim. I’ve seen him eat JUNK. soda after soda, candy to the max. real sweet tooth! - alec k.

Dibi: He surfs more than anyone I know.

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Did the Fletches sit down to family dinners every night? - Kent Smythe

Dibi: It depended on what everyone was doing and at what age they were. When they were younger, yes, but as they got older and the surf was good or whatever. I left dinner for them in the fridge and everyone ate when it was convienient.

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Well since Christian asked it, Dibi, what do YOU think about affirmative action? - Aaron Perron

Dibi: I think people should be hired based on skill!

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Hey Dibi, does your family own Tar Farms in San Juan? Just curious. - Carrie M.

Dibi: Yes.

Hi Dibi. What do you think is a trait people see as bad and negative but you think is actually very good? - Justin Newsome

Dibi: Honesty; it’s been traded in for political correctness. UGH!

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What were Christian and nathan like as little groms? - Jessica Hines

Dibi: They were so cute and loving. We had a great time!

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Dang, Greyson kills it. But how come he skates so much without the helmet? Dibi make him! - R.T.

Dibi: Thanks, I have…

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Dibi can you ask christian this for me? i heard he and hosoi hate each other. true? why? or stupid rumors? thanks! - HVSkateMethod

Dibi: I don’t think that’s true; they see each other at skate events occasionally and I have an interview they did together awhile back, and they seem fine to me.

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Greyboy’s fucking awesome. He can dominate the sk8 world. He gonna be on dside or some other intervews soon for other mags, never seen a Q&a with him ever? - Lee Ellings

Dibi: Thanks, I’m planning to interview him, Christian and Herb for the D-Side soon.

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Hey Dibi! Ever think of showing the D-Side interviews with YOU in the video? Would love to see you interacting and not behind the camera! Thanks! Love ‘em! - Diana Prestiss

Dibi: I’ve thought about it, but I always want it to be about the person I’m interviewing. Herb wants me to set up a table and chairs or something, but I not sure that I like the idea. I’ll have to think about it a bit more.

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Do you guys have the extra copy of Thrasher magaizine with christian on it? I’ll buy it from you. I reallyl want it.If you doplease let me knows ok! - tom rocha

Dibi: No, I’m sorry, I sure don’t. I called the guys at the mag awhile back and they sent me a CD of the article for my personel collection.

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Well Christian I mostly come to FB and not websites but admit I do check out your mom’s Hey Dibi and those DSide interviews. If I could ask Dibi something, I’d want to ask her Prop 8, for or against? And for the Dside can we put in requests or suggestions about interview subjects? - Mike S.

Dibi: The thing I find scary about the issue, is that one judge can override the votes of 7,000,000 people. Our constitutional right to have a say is no longer relevant?!? WOW! And, sure, you can put in requests…but that doesn’t mean I can always pull it off. But I’m interested.

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Thanks for all the great personal pics! Please keep them coming it’s great you let us take a peek into your lives! - Cass Osment

Dibi; Thanks, it’s fun to see some of them again myself.

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What do you think is the best taste in the world and the worst smell in the world? - Ted Hill

Dibi: I’m seriously addicted to Vietnamese chili garlic sauce. Man, it makes your nose run, your eyes water, it’s great! And the worst smell in the world are Christian and Greyson’s socks!!!

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how tall R the Fletcher men? - Abby LaRue

Dibi: Christian, Nathan, and Greyson are all around 5′10″, and Herb’s around 5′8″.

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How do you feel about a Catholic church being built next to a playground? - Timothy Daniel Flynn

Dibi: Sounds fine to me; throw in some great stained glass, beautiful architecture, and I think we’re good to go. Unless a McD’s is available because, of course, they should be on every available corner.

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Hi Dibi can you ask CF if he likes doing airs still or is he sick of doing them? - Malachai Scott

Dibi: It’s him!

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I LOVED the photo of you and Nathan! What a beautiful young family! So my question is, I recollect reading that you said you had the boys at a young age. Do you think you would have been a different kind of mother if you had the children at let’s say, 30+? - No Name

Dibi: Of course, I woundn’t have been the same as I was as a teenager. But I have no regrets, I did the best with what I knew, and the beat goes on.

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Hey Dibi, I want to know who Cf thinks wore the pants in the family? You or Herbie? - Troy Maude

Dibi: Herb was really lucky and got to spend so much time playing with the boys, while I took them to the orthodontist, school, had the parent-teacher conferences, the visits to the principle, you know the job. That’s just the way it was, and now we all work together, and it’s still the way it is and everyone seems to be stoked so I guess that’s the answer.

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again again, where are the grommet shots of Nathan? you promised…. S.W.

Dibi: Nathan likes his privacy and I try to be respectful of that.

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What’s a bad habit you wish you could stop cold turkey? (BTW, Hi Mom! I love you! I’m on Christian Fletcher’s website! ;) ) - Casey Meisher

Dibi: I’m really rather controlled -duh-in what I do, so I’ve tried to eliminate bad habits years ago…and I’ve remained pretty successful with it.

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DIBI! I LOVE YOU! DO YOU LIKE CHIPS AND SALSA?! I DO! - MARTIN ZUNIGA

Dibi: I’m more into veggies with salsa, but I do adore hot sauce.

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Thank you for this! I get diff perspective I never knew and admit I judged you guys but reading things from Dibi’s perspective even with short replies, it makes me really think of the human level that we are all one and wear our pants one leg at a time! Christian your mom made me rethink a lot of judgments i had about you braddah! Hoooo! - Kai L.

Dibi: That’s very nice, thank you. Everyone’s life is filled with ups and down, but being able to laugh at ourselves so we don’t take things too seriously is really great.

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Dibi, your thoughts on Oprah, BP, the recession, scented candles, Nathan’s hairstyle, other traction companies, and the summer weather thus far. - Tom Merrill

Dibi: Who cares, we still need drilling, they’re usually too heavily scented, it seems to suit him, they SUCK, and the last couple of days have been great.

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Watching the old vids, reminds me of good times. Whatever happened to good ole Gack? - J.J.

Dibi: He got so old he had to be put down.

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You guys always make me laugh and have great stuff to come back to. Astrodeck’s site should have Dside and this question and answer stuff too not just on christians, you guys will get mroe audience maybe? ah fuck it i aint telling you how to do your jobs good work guys! lol. - carlos hueriziga

Dibi: I’m glad you enjoy it. I have fun doing my part.

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Great interview with Bruce. That guy is classic. Andy’s was a good one too. When we gonna see your 2nd boy, Mrs. Fletcher on the D-Side? - John Petersen

Dibi: I’m not sure that he’d like to do it; he’s very shy and I respect that.

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Scurrying Cockroaches

Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Greyson Fletcher: The Next in Line

Greyson Fletcher: The Next Pilot At Flight Academy

Nathan’s been back in town and he’s been surfing a lot with Bruce Irons, who’s also in town for the summer. They’ve been coming around Astrodeck and hanging out here in San Clemente. Bruce grabbed some Wave Warriors and Christian Fletcher t-shirts. Little fucker’s got some good taste.

We’ve all been skating, too. In fact, just went last night to the San Clemente Skate Park. Bruce is stoked on Greyson and wants to take skate lessons from him. Haha, he even filmed Greyson on his iPhone going balls-out at the skate park; Greyson fucking flies.

But what’s up with all these kids riding scooters? They’re sissying shit up with their scooters and rollerblades; wearing knee pads, elbow pads, helmets, wristguards, shinguards, mouth pieces, damn hockey masks, bras, girdles, jock straps…I mean, don’t get me wrong on this subject. Safety is definitely important, especially on a little grom. But seems like kids are just too babied nowadays.

Things were so different back when I was a kid. We just went skating, you know? Just got up and left. We didn’t have to fucking make it such a huge deal to pack stuff up and worry about shit. If we got hurt, we sucked it up. You cracked your skull? Tough. Duct tape the shit out of it, fag. Brain matter spilling out to the pavement? You’re fine. You gouged your knee?  It’s spouting blood out like a sprinkler system? Too bad, crybaby. Get back on that half-pipe and don’t get off it until you do a handplant. That’s an order!

These Soccer Moms come to the skate parks in their SUV tanks and just unleash their kids, who, for the most part, are just kinda lazying around and being in the way with their scooters. And it’s so funny when these moms get all pissed when actual skateboarders come to ride the SKATE park. They seem to vibe you with some kind of sense of entitlement. They don’t like it when their little Bartholomew has his scooter kicked away from the combi-bowl.

But what I really love are the moms who bust out their cell phones and call the cops. That’s a scene in itself; When you see all the skate kids without the proper “safety uniform” run to the hills to hide. They don’t want to get busted and be given a ticket. So it’s funny when they haul on ass outta there. It’s like when you turn the lights on in a seedy motel room and the cockroaches go scurrying off, seeking shelter in the dark. Hahaha. That’s exactly what it’s like at these skate parks when the pigs show up and wanna cite the groms $265 tickets for not wearing proper gear.

Haha, that’s pretty much what happened to Greyson last night. The kid just bailed. Bruce, Nathan, Greyson and I were skating when those donut-hogging assholes suddenly showed up after some scoot bitches had a blistering hemorrhoid over our mere presence and called them. What tattletales. The next thing I know is that Greyson’s gone. Peaced on out in 10 seconds flat. Couldn’t find him anywhere. Finally realized that he had jumped a barbed wire fence, tore his pants, and was hiding out in the bushes across the street.

I should buy Greyson some camo paint so he can smear that shit on his face and blend in with the plants more naturally next time.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY GRANDPA WALTER HOFFMAN!

Monday, July 26th, 2010
WALTER HOFFMAN SURFS BETTER THAN YOU

WALTER HOFFMAN SURFS BETTER THAN YOU

Well, I’m posting this blog one day early. My grandpa’s birthday is actually tomorrow, July 27th. He’s gonna be 79-years-old and he’s still gnarly as ever. He doesn’t know how to play bingo and sit down in a rocking chair and vegetate. And you know what? I’m pretty fucking okay with that, ’cause he’s radder than all of us and he always will be.

Check out the video link below for a D-Side interview he did with Dibi and Herbie.

(COPY AND PASTE THE VIDEO LINK BELOW IF YOU CAN’T CLICK ON IT.)

http://www.christianfletchersurf.com/christian-fletcher-videos/video-number-168/The%20D-Side%20With%20Walter%20Hoffman

HEY DIBI IN JULY

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Dibi Fletcher with baby Nathan

Dibi Fletcher with baby Nathan

ANOTHER INSTALLMENT OF “HEY DIBI” WHERE YOU ASK THE QUESTIONS AND DIBI TELLS IT LIKE IT IS. ENJOY.

Hi dibi, how are you doing? my question is did christian and nathan compete in the nssa or wsa? - billy rides waves

Dibi: Yes, they both were in the NSSA. Christian was kicked-out when he did a clothing ad for Stussy, and Nathan wanted to go to Metallica’s Monsters of Rock concert instead of the Nationals in Texas. So I guess it was shades of things to come.

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Nice job with “Hey Dibi” but my slight comment or suggestion is perhaps you can be a little more detailed in your answers? Love to read what you have to say but they’re such brief and quick answers! Please don’t see this as criticism! I look forward to “Hey Dibi” each and every time! - Tamara K.

Dibi: I’m used to talking and working with men and you have a sentence, perhaps, to get your point across. Women, of course, want something more in-depth; it’s difficult to try to satisfy both in this medium, but I’ll try.

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Is Christian really running for city council? Man that’s coming full circle! He’s got my vote! - JDawg

Dibi: He’s considering all possibilities at this time. He’s got my vote also.

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I love Greyson Fletcher! Is this really his brother’s site? Does Greyson have a girlfriend? Can you post up some regular photos of him not just sk8 ones? :) :) :) - Michelle92657

Dibi: This is his father’s site. No girlfriend at present, and we’ll be posting new shots frequently.

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Shit i dont know i didn’t really have a question i guess i just wanted to say hi and maybe see if you say hi back. So hi dibi. lol. - Paul Serrano

Dibi: Hey Dude, how’s it goin’?

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What happened to the D-Side interviews? You guys were busting them out all the time and now its kinda stopped. How goes it? - JM

Dibi: We’re waiting to have our site updated so we can post them directly and not go through YouTube.

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Hey Dibi, I was curious as to who Astrodeck draws as far as the international market and fan base goes? - Ed Pierson

Dibi: I don’t really understand what you’re asking, but we’ve been around so long and traveled the world that I think we have friends all over who share our love for surf, art, and pushing the envelope.

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What are the dates for when Christian will be in Tampa for the wrestling demos? I am looking forward to seeing him! I live in New Jersey but defintely won’t miss this if he will be in Florida! - Greg Pleibert

Dibi: I’m not sure of the dates right now as it has been put off a couple of times due to unforseen circumstances.

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Hey Dibi, those pics of Bruce and Archy and Nathan with Herbie at the Mentawais was sick. Herbie has a sick site. But I have a question and call me stupid but does Bruce ride for Astrodeck? Or is Wave Warriors a different company altogether? he had a sick Wave Warriors shirt on. So sick I want one! - Gable Oda

Dibi: Thanks, I think Herb does great photos also. Bruce was/is a huge fan of the Wave Warriors series and certainly is one himself. Herb had a few shirts made to give to some of the guys that he admires.

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Chrisian fletcher in politics? !!! What’ s next???!! !!! Is he going to be opera singer! ???? or join navy!  Anything is possible for crazy fletcher! he the man! - Mr. Black

Dibi: Opera singer sounds cool, I think he’s a bit old for the Navy though.

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Goodness you are very beautiful Dibi! Is that another Bruce Weber photo? - Janice Padilla

Dibi: Thank you. No, that photo you’re talking about was taken by Herb.

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DIBI I NEED HELP! I CANT STOP WATCHING TWEAK FREAKS ON MY VHS MACHINE ITS GONNA BREAK DOWN SOON WHY DONT YOU GUYS MAKE MOVIES LIKE THIS ANYMORE?????????? IM BURNING MY TAPE PLAYER AND I DONT WANT TO STOP WATCHING TWEAK FREAKS MORNING DAY AND NIGHT!! 24 FUKKKEN 7!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Lunacidal Tendencies

Dibi: Herb and I just don’t have the time right now to go to the beach like we used to, but we’re working on a couple of new film projects.

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Hello Dibi, enjoy reading your insights to all things and life in general. I’m a mom with two sons myself who are now 28 and 32 and boy, I tell ya, they’ve put me through the ringer! There were times when I just crumbled to the floor but I lived with the hope that they’d “come around” eventually and they have! Reading about you and your family has made me feel so “human” and though there are still struggles on a daily basis in my own life, I truly feel a maternal kinship with you. It’s so wonderful to see Christian interacting with his fans on Facebook. He seems so healthy and positive! And he’s also very funny and I never knew he had that side to him! His Barrack Obama photos are a crack-up! What’s your take on this whole social networking and message board forums such as the one you use on Christian’s site here? We sure didn’t have the internet when we were kids, did we, Dibi? Thank you for this! Many blessings to you and your family! - Joan R.

Dibi: Life as a Mom was certainly nothing that I ever could have imagined. Lots of heartache, loneliness, and tough times, but seems like the sun is finally starting to shine. We’re all working together and enjoying each others company, which I never thought would happen just a few years ago. How cool. CF does have an incredible sense of humor and I’m glad that he has a chance to share it…I think people are really disarmed by it, which I think is humourous in itself. Good luck with your family and thanks for the support.

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If Nathan was the firstborn son and Christian the second born son, do you think they would still be the same people they are today? - Getting Deep with Dibi

Dibi: Yes, they would still be themselves, but I’m sure there would be some different twist to their personalities due to the birth order.

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Hi Dibi. See any good movies lately? - Eric Lindley

Dibi: No, I’m sorry to say. I’ve been working, making art and reading.

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Did Christian grow up with any limits or restrictions like curfews, chores, etc. Or did he pretty much rock and roll and do whatever the hell he fucking felt like? - Kev-O

Dibi: My Dad gave us four lessons to live by: A Hoffman doesn’t lie, cheat, steal, or play ball in the house. I figured that pretty much takes care of it.

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Greyson Fletcher is pretty cool. I first heard of him from John from Cincinnati and had no idea he came from this surf royalty. Is he going to do more shows and maybe movies soon? If I give you guys my address is there a way you guys can get me a signed photo? Thanks! - Craig Dalton

Dibi: Greyson has no plans to do anything with Hollywood anytime soon. He’s surfing, skating, and having the time of his life. So sorry we don’t have photos available now, check in later.

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Ok is Christian really running for San Clemente mayor? Or are you pulling our legs? Inquiring minds want to know dammit! - Steven Bailer

Dibi: It’s City Councilman, and he’s keeping all options open.

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Why did Christian hate Richie Collins and Pat O’Connell does he still hate them? I heard about why hates Ian Carns tho! - Kuriosity Kat Killer

Dibi: I don’t remember, and I don’t think CF gives a shit anymore.

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Yo Mama Fletcher, what bugs you out? - Danny Weithmer

Dibi: Insincerity!

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Dibi your a chick so you can answer this but why dont you girls like hairy guys? It’s hard for me to always manscape and please you women! - Hairy Hank

Dibi: I could care less, and I don’t pretend to talk for other women.

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Hey Dibi, has the surf industry changed much or has it really never changed at all? What do you think about it? - Just Brandon

Dibi: Once it became an “industry” it really has changed at all.

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Hi Dibi, how is Nathan being? He always being my fave surfer. Is he filming self-made movie again ? This Colors Taste like Music is best!… Please let me know! - Esteban Guevera

Dibi: Nathan’s great, I saw him the other day when he came by to take Greyson surfing. I’m not sure what he’s doing film-wise right now, but I’m sure he’ll surprise us all.

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Is there any way to watch those vids without paying for them? I don’t have a credit card. - Poor SOB

Dibi: I don’t think so. It’s a new technology we’ve been working with and it seems pretty cool.

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Herbie and Christian have one. Why don’t you and Nathan? Websites that is. Come on Dibi! ;) - Mike Garrity

Dibi: I enjoy working on theirs and feel there’s no need for me to have one also. Nathan likes his own space between himself and the rest of the world.

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Maybe you can help us. A pitcher of Redhook is on the line. My buddy says that Think Fast was a snowboarding company you guys branded. I say it was a company that was launched to form a new line for Nathan. Who’s in the right? Thanks Dibi! - Rick Jensen

Dibi: You’re right, we launched the line for Nathan who was really into snowboarding and MotoCross at the time.

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Does Christian have any old boards he’s willing to sell? Can you post it on Facebook if he is and what size boards he’s selling if he is! - SikBoy

Dibi: I’ll ask.

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Can you guys post up pics of Nathan from the 80s and 90s on the Astrodeck Facebook or the Astrodeck website? You guys do a good job with Christian’s site and all and I’m not dissing the Fletch man cause he rules! But it’d be pretty sweet to see some vintage Nathan stuff to. Judging from Christian’s Facebook comments I’m not the only one who wants to see some more Nathan to! So make it happen Dibi! :)   - Matt M.

Dibi: I’ll work on it.

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Makua Rothman rides for you guys but the guy’s a whining little puss. He has balls on riding those huge mackers but his overall style sucks. What do you guys see in him to have him as a team rider? - Kick Rocks Makua

Dibi: As you said he has balls!

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Hello Dibi. On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your life in terms of success, happiness, experiences, etc.? - Nance

Dibi: It’s all over the place depending on the day. But, overall, I’m grateful for all the ups and downs, so I’ll give the experience a 10!

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I love this! I think HEY DIBI is so great! What a treat to read something from a professional surfer’s mom, and not just any professional surfer, but Christian Fletcher’s! Hehehe! Eat your heart out, Judy Slater! Thanks Dibi Fletcher! - FletcherFamFan

Dibi: Thanks, it fun being able to communicate with people. I think it helps get rid of the Addams Family sterotype.

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Ok Dibi. Confession time. When they were kids, did you make Christian and Nathan take music lessons or go to cathecism school, did they wear braces, get straight A’s, build jigsaw puzzles? Expose their nerd factor, I know there must be something! - Chris Johnston

Dibi: Guitar lessons, cello lessons, braces, reading, vision therapy, parochial school for a year…everything any parent who loves their kids would do.

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Do you know a number figure on how many tats Christian has exactly? And what is his favorite tat and where did he get it done? - Arnie P.

Dibi: Not a clue. He has cover ups, add-ons and everything else. I just asked him and he said the one on the back of his head, done by Craig Christy from RayGun Tattoo, and then redone by Natalia from Art Machine 66 who lives in Bali.

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That was a sick video of Christian bullriding. How long has he been riding? - Jon Wenton

Dibi: Not long, he had a lesson with one of the Leffew’s, so off he went.

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If Christian is gonna be city councilmen isn’t it only right that Herbie run for Prez? - Happy Red

Dibi: Now that would be great, something like Mr. Magoo!

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Dang youre purty Dibi. I can’t believe you have a son as old as Christian lol! - Nico S.

Dibi: Thank you, I can’t believe it either.

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Dibi do you know where I can get a copy of Chop Suey Club? Thank you. - Lauren McCoy

Dibi: No, I sure don’t, sorry.

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Is there a topic that is hands off to you and that you will not answer or acknowledge? - Quinn

Dibi: It hasn’t been asked yet so I don’t know.

Dibi Answers Your Questions

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

Dibi Fletcher

Dibi Fletcher

Hey Dibi,

Love your style. May I ask if you went to college and if you did, which one? - Mark Finney

Dibi: Thanks! No, I didn’t go to  college; I ran away from home with Herb when I was 16.

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Hey Dibi,

What happened to ballroom dancing? You rock Mama Fletcher! - Josiah

Dibi: It was a great time; lots of rhinestones, feathers and cha-cha-chaaa. But I got really into writing and life took an unexpected turn into an HBO adventure.

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Hey Dibi,

What is your favorite movie, book, color, song, past time, drink, dessert? - Theresa Cooper

Dibi: I don’t really have one special favorite, but I’ll try to give you an idea. I like the ’40s classics when women were dames. Fiction, the authors who wrote the books the movies were adapted from like James M. Cain, Raymond Chandler, Dashell Hammett, etc.. Their dialogue was tough, smart and spare. Non-fiction, I read everything; from spiritual to political history. For color, I like black - for the same reason I like the writer’s dialogue. For songs, I like early blues and Jimi Hendrix was the soundtrack of my youth and I think it’s certainly relevant today. Past time, I’m kinda working like crazy right now, so I’ll have to get back to you on that. I drink water and don’t eat dessert. And, girl, I’ve just bored myself to death. I’m sure your eyes are glassed over, and I’m sure you’re sliding into a state of unconsciousness by now.

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Hey Dibi,

Fletcher family come to Japan when? Snowboard extreme with Nathan in 1990s I did! - Kenji Sakamoto

Dibi: I’m not sure on the dates. It was a very bizarre trip but lots of fun.

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Hey Dibi,

Great to see your grandson Greyson being blown up. He tears it up! My question is, how do you think Christian measures up to being a dad compared to how Herbie was as a dad? - Baked Smithy

Dibi: I don’t measure. They’re so different personally, and the situations were nothing the same, so I think the smartest way to look at life is for what it is and not judge. No good ever comes from that as far as I can see. I’m grateful we’re all together.

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Hey Dibi,

How would you define your life with one word, and to countact that, in one paragraph? - Ray L.

Dibi: Blessed! I’ve been married for at least 100 years, my sons are healthy, my grandson is living with me. Business is tough as hell, but we all laugh everyday. That’s success!

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Hey Dib,

I really like cats of all kinds, do you? Do you have any pets? - TNT

Dibi: I’ve always adored cats. But CF, Herb and Greyson are plenty to take care of right now, and if it shits and eats it seems to come under the category of my job, so my plate at present is full.

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Hey Dibi!

If you knew you only had one more day on earth, what would you do? Name it all! - Jensen Montgomery

Dibi: If I had a magic wand or something, perhaps I could give you some grandiose plan, but as I’m just me, I’d do exactly what I’m doing.

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Hey Dibi,

If you had to, where else would you live besides San Clemente, California? - Gina Gomez

Dibi: I’ve been able to live in a couple of pretty great places…I’m happy here right now. But I guess as long as I can take the tribe any place, it would be cool.

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Hey Dibi (and Herbie),

Ever think of publishing your own magazine? I know you guys have many, many photos and a lot of material! What about “The D-side” for online publication or even print perhaps? - Gary Ellis

Dibi: I think we’re in the process, don’t you?

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Hey Dibi,

What is something very passive that Christian is involved in? I know he likes to race bikes, surf, skate, etc.. But what’s something mellow that he likes to do? - Howie Johnston

Dibi: Christian likes to play Facebook poker!

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Hey Dibi,

“Hey Dibi” is AWESOME! The D-Side is awesome! Interviewing Greyson WOULD BE EVEN MORE AWESOME! Is this in the works? - Connor Watters

Dibi: You bet!!!

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Hey Dibi,

What is your real name and do you have any tattoos?  Nicole

Dibi: Debra is my given name but the only one who’s ever called me that is my Dad because he can’t say Dibi. And, no, thankfully I don’t have to be constantly reminded of how stupid I’ve been.

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Hey Dibi,

Greyson can skate his ass off. I was just up around Santa Cruz and San Jose. 4 sweet parks up there that will make the hair on the back of your neck pop with all the pools and pipes any one person could handle. Is Greyson pro or am at this stage in the game? He rips is all I can say. Keep the photos coming. P.S. Did you guys shoot these shots? - Chance

Dibi: What’s the difference nowadays? Greyson’s skating great and really enjoying it. Herb shot the photos and he and a couple of other friends shot the more recent footage.

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Hey Dibi,

I read once that Nathan said in a mag interview that you ruled with an iron fist and Christian said the only thing he was scared of in life was you. What is your reaction to this? - Mike Rogan

Dibi: They’re so full of it!

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Hey Dibi,

Greyson is a SICK SKATER!!! But no surfing footage? Come on! What’s up with that? - Caleb Howdigan

Dibi: It’s on the way.

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Hey Dibi,

Totally loved your artwork, “I See Buddhas Everywhere”! Who are you inspirations and who’s style do you like as far as art goes? - Jaxon

Dibi: I’m inspired by everything and enjoy all kinds of styles.

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Hey Dibi,

Appreciated the post about Marvin. Knew he was one of the original Wave Warriors. How far back do you guys go with him? Rip bruddah. - Bob Tyson

Dibi: I knew Marvin as a teenager, so that’s quite a few years ago.

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Hey Dibi,

Anytime soon you guys are gonna revive epic, fucking balls-out shit again like you did with Wave Warriors and A.S.S (Adrenaline Surf Series)? Fuck Taylor Steele faggot shit! - Ivan P.

Dibi: We’re working on a documentary, along with a zillion other things that we hope people will find interesting. I think surfing needs the sand back in it!

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Hey Dibi,

So, ok, you guys don’t want anything to do with “John From Cincinatti”. But would you guys do something again with mainstream Hollywood? Like maybe a movie? - Johnny Klintney

Dibi: Only if I had some control.

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Hey Dibi,

I reread CF’s “The Human Touch” from 1990 or something. He lists hummus and beets as his fave food. Is he a vegetarian, Dibi? - Michael Dante

Dibi: He was raised as one, but out on his own he has made other choices.

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Hey Dibi,

I’m looking forward to more D-Side! You gonna interview Herbie or Nathan for that? - T.S.

Dibi: I’m sure they’ll all eventually have their say.

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Hey Dibi,

Back in the early ’70s there was a small bikini company, I believe they were called Bohemialoque (spelling?), and I thought you had maybe modeled for them with your sister Joyce. Did you? Just curious. And thanks! -Ryan Cueller

Dibi: No, Joyce and I had a typically hateful sister relationship as youngsters.

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Hey Dibi,

Was there ever a company or sponsor that you thought Nathan and Christian should have rode for and represented but they turned down? And btw, I think you’re doing a great job, Dibi. Thanks for the insight and laughs! -Kersten Lyndsay

Dibi: I tried to let them make their own choices, so they had the chance to learn from them instead of blaming me if things didn’t go well. Wow, great plan in theory. Things didn’t always work out so well, but so much in life sounds better on paper.

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Hey there Dibi,

Did you ever feel left out because it was Boys Only Club? Or did they include you in everything? By “they” I mean Herbie, Christian, and Nathan. - SB Local

Dibi: Left out, sometimes one could only hope. I’m like the glue, a necessity that they all count on.

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Hey Dibi,

What drives you absoltely NUTS? Angry? Pissed off?! - Bill Carlsson

Dibi: Not much anymore, what’s the use it just totally screws up your day and doesn’t change things one bit.

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Hey Dibi,

Does Gavin Beschen still ride for Astrodeck? He rips! - Sandy Grossman

Dibi: Yes, just saw him the other day and he said he’d be back soon and do an interview for the D-Side.

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Hey Dibi,

What do you look forward to 10 years from now? Where do you see Christian and Nathan and Herbie and yourself 10 years from now? - Cara Albert

Dibi: Hopefully I’ll still be working, writing, making art and interviewing people I find interesting. I think that the guys will probable be doing the same as well.

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Hey Dibi,

What are you very proud of when it comes to Nathan and CF that has NOTHING to do with surfing and skating? - Nance Hutchinson

Dibi: Their ability to be my friend.

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Hey Dibi,

Yo waddup Dibi, here’s a question. I noticed a lot of Greyson on this site lately. That’s pretty cool. Always thought he should be more seen out there with his skillz. Who are his sponsors right now? - Tony Jimenez

Dibi: Right now he’s pretty much self-sponsored and having the time of his life surfing and skating with his Dad.

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Hey Dibi,

Do you read everything written about your family or do you ignore it for the most part? - Scott Schneider

Dibi: I mostly ignore it. Most journalists want to talk all sorts of mad shit about you to make a name for themselves, so I usually don’t bother.

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Hey Dibi,

Was Christian the type of kid who liked bedtime stories? - Shawna Handley

Dibi: Yes, I read to him and Nathan every night when they were young.

4th of July Sandal Sale At Astrodeck

Monday, June 28th, 2010

What better way to celebrate the independence of this great nation than to spend some of those hard-earned American dollars on some sweet Astrodeck sandals? You’d be unpatriotic to go around without a pair, and if that’s the case, why don’t you just shoot down an American bald eagle with a paintball rifle and then spit in Lady Liberty’s face while you’re at it?

Order a pair of sandals and you’ll be able to purchase certain selected styles for 50% off!

GOD BLESS AMERICA!

4th Of July Sandal Sale At Astrodeck

4th Of July Sandal Sale At Astrodeck

Heir (AIR) Apparent

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Frontside One Foot Tail Grab

Frontside One Foot Tail Grab

Frontside Boneless

Frontside Boneless

Here are some pics of Greyson tearing up random skate parks around Orange County. He’s been ripping it up, and some cougars are on him now to teach their groms how to skate. Pretty sick. Private skate lessons, anyone?

Frontside-No-Comply-To-Tail

Frontside-No-Comply-To-Tail

Frontside Crooked Cop

Frontside Crooked Cop

Frontside Melon

Frontside Melon

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Slob

Frontside Slob

One-Foot-Over-Rail

One-Foot-Over-Rail

Frontside Benihana

Frontside Benihana

Frontside Crooked Cop

Frontside Crooked Cop

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Slob

Frontside Slob

Frontside One Foot

Frontside One Foot

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Nosebone

Frontside Air

Frontside Air

EYE OF THE TIGER

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

Training hard for August. Boxing, kick-boxing, golf, tennis, curling, surfing, skating, eating healthier. I’m not gonna go down without a fight. Things are gonna get epic. Stay tuned for more because I know you guys are confused as fuck as to what the hell it is I’m talking about.

Tennis, anyone? Christian Fletcher is always a "raquet"!

Tennis, anyone? Christian Fletcher is always a "raquet".

Christian Fletcher: Eye of the Tiger

Christian Fletcher: Eye of the Tiger

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