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Thursday, September 8th, 2011
Just to remind some of you, I’ve left all the questions written as is. I’ve figured, why go out of my way to make some of you guys look smarter than you actually are and correct all your grammatical errors? Fuck that. - Christian
 Dibi Fletcher at the Bel Air Hotel for Julian Schnabel's opening at the Gagosian Art Gallery. Hi Dibi. Let’s say you were a famous actress. What would be the role of a lifetime for you? - Gary Moore
Dibi: Cleopatra - love the costumes and jewels. Blanche DuBois (”A Street Car Named Desire) - completely demented. Norma Desmond (”Sunset Boulevard”) - I’m ready for my close-up!
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dibi I have so much respect for you and have read how you will never give up. But what has been a time, even if it was in passing where you wanted to just throw in the towel? - Joanie Reyes
Dibi: I have moments everyday, but about the BIG stuff, there’s no giving up, and whatever the hardship, it seems to have it’s own time schedule no matter what I’d want or prefer. Some things may take a day, a year, 20 years, a lifetime… but it’s all part of the process and I try to keep a sense of humor and laugh at myself daily.
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Christian and Nathan have not been very competitive surfing wise but would you not say that doing the best and biggest airs or riding big waves is competition to? - Guilhermo Reyes
Dibi: Yes, they seem to compete more with themselves than with others. I think they love competition, but not being judged.
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Will there ever be a Cabo Classic again in the future? Those were the days! - Scott Warner
Dibi: They were FUN! It was a time and a blast, but things have changed so much I don’t know that it could ever happen again, at least not like the originals.
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I want to work at Astrodeck! I want to work with Christian! I want to work with Dibbi Fletcher! I will do janitor work! I will get all the pad scrapings and sweep the floors! Arrrrrrrrrrggggh! And I’ll do it all for free so long as I can drop the Fletcher name ha ha ha ha ha!! - Shane Jones
Dibi: That’s very nice, but, heck, you’d be taking my job. Janitor, picking up scraps, working with Christian, occasionally dropping the Fletcher name and doing it all for FREE. Sounds great!
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Dibi, I am truly in awe of your artwork. Herbie’s as well. But there is something about yours that I am unable to express with words. I’m sorry to read that you haven’t worked on your artwork lately due to the daily routines we all get stuck with. Will there be any chance of a Dibi Fletcher art revival? - Bill Cohen
Dibi: Everyday is a work of art, and I hope some of mine will be master pieces. I’m sure there will be sometime in the future that I’ll be able to paint more, just now my schedule so full with work, writing and care taking I just can’t fit it in. At the risk of sounding corny, perhaps my greatest work is in the care taking and giving everyone around me the gift of being cared for.
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Hey Dibi what area of surfing do you think has not really been explored or been given the attention it should be getting? - Brian Simpson
Dibi: I’m not sure, there’s really cold water waves in far off places, but with time everything will be available for mass consumption.
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Sometimes I don’t even check anything else on FB but to see if there is a new Hey Dibi or a new Dside. But……… there hasnt been any new Dside. :( - Caroline Gleason
Dibi: I apologize for that, it’s been very busy around here lately and it’s sometimes tough to get the on-camera interviews organized. I spoke to Jason Jessee the other day and as soon as he’s around, we’re on. I’ve got a couple of other interviews planned and will try to pull it off soon. Thanks for the push.
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Hey Dibi! 1 of my fave interviews with CF is when he said he took guitar lessons but he quit cuz the guy was teaching him songs like Mary had a Little Lamb! But he was pretty bad ass with Bloodshot and Mutliage so I guess he took those lessons after all? - John McNeill
Dibi: Sometimes kids don’t get the end goal; they’re so interested in the present. There are stepping stones to all learning and I learned with time how to present the material better, which is the key to teaching. So, Christian has had an ongoing learning and teaching relationship that goes both ways constantly.
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Do you know who Greyson sees as a surfing and skating hero? Who he looks up to and who’s style he likes? Thanks. He’s a sick skater! Yewwwwww! - David Reilly
Straight from Greyson himself: “For surfing, I like the Florences and Bruce Irons. For skating, John Cardiel.”
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How did Julian Schnabel and Herbie become friends? - Eric Muenster
Dibi: Herb met him in Texas when he was there for a contest in his teens.
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Scandals, death, arrests, Dibi you have been through a lot being at the forefront of the surfing world and industry. What has been the most devastating, sad and shocking to you personally and for the industry as a whole? - Tina Greene
Dibi: I would never presume to speak for the industry. Family drama is always on the forefront of the things that I would find most devastating, like all humans.
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I love your motto on Astrodeck! Function over fashioN! I am willing to bet that is a Dibi Fletcher motto even tho she is a very pretty lady i have seen on dside intro!  - Paco Rohenaz
Dibi: I have guys call and ask for a pad to match their trunks. Dude, it’s not high heels!! I can’t believe that guys have bought into the same shit that drives the girls market. What a shame. I want to say, “It’s the traction, dummy!”
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San Clemente and Astrodeck are pretty synonymous. As are the Fletchers. Do you think you will ever stray away from SC? - Mark Bollinger
Dibi: The taxes, overhead, and cost of doing business are killing us. But this is my home and my parents are close, so right now I’m staying put. But you never know what the future brings.
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Fame, Money, Health, Family, Career, Education, Happiness… in what order would you list these things starting from what is most important? - Luke Hanson
Dibi: Health, family, happiness, education, career, money, fame.
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Did you know you were going to marry a surfer or would you have been okay if he were lets say a chemist or businessman or teacher, etc? - Mike Smith
Dibi: I was so young and stupid, I had no idea. Sure am glad it’s worked out so well.
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Dibi Fletcher! Nathan is a true hellman!! Does it ever worry you or Herbie that he may be pushing te limits too much!! - Alex Beck
Dibi: Lots of things to worry about, but that’s not one of them. He loves what he’s doing and we’re grateful that he has the chance.
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Dibi who do you think is the typical Astrodeck consumer? Are they different from a Fletcher fan? - Kirk Wood
Dibi: YES! The Astrodeck consumer is a surfer who’s looking to have the best surfing experience, with the highest quality products, and I believe although sometimes offended by Christian can not deny themselves the best traction on the market to prove some point. Some are so offended they buy something else and end up denying themselves, I’ve always found it quite interesting.
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Dibi I bet you were a little scamp as a child, huh? Heeheeeheee. What was your most mischievous thing you did as a little girl? - Jenny Lynnne
Dibi: My sister used to be quite a bully when she’d take care of my brother and I. She’d make us wait on her and do her bidding while calling her Master. She made me fill her bath, which, of course, I did with all hot water, I thought that was so funny until she made me get into it, YIKES, what a bitch!
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I am your biggest fan. You are a beauty in my eye. I have collected what little photos I have found on here and online and have made a beautiful cut up collage that only glows with your outter beauty and I have copied and pasted your words of wisdom that portrays your inner beauty. I would like to present you with this and perhaps you’ll be so kind as to sign each area of my work? I await your response with the deepest respect! - Marcus Osuna
Dibi: Oh thanks, that’s very nice.
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Dibi why did you not take after surfing like Joyce? Was it not your interest? - Chris Camacho
Dibi: No, I wasn’t interested, I was always into art and dancing.
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Because the family is so popular and successfull (GO NATHAN TEAHUPO!) does it even phase you anymore Dibs? - Matt Sikes
Dibi: To be very honest, what most people see is the job part of our lives, not the same struggles and challenges that everyone has on a daily basis, so I think it can be a bit misleading.
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Dibi can you ask Herbie does he think boogie boarding is legitimate or lame! - Trent Klevin
Dibi: Christian loves the spongers, and Herb put Mike Stewart in “Wave Warriors”, so I guess that’s the answer.
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Have you guys ever been approached to do something and you were like NO WAY JOSE THAT IS SO STUPID AND NOT POSSIBLE! - Jim Carson
Dibi: Yes, a reality show!!
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Hi Dibi what is going natha, c hristian, herbie and greysons favorite wave/beach to surfing ever? - Hiroki Noda
Dibi: i think they would say whatever wave they’re surfing at the time. They’ve been lucky enough to get great waves all over the globe and I’m sure they’re always ready for the next thrill.
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Dibi where were you (in life, in thought, in your personal journey) 10 years ago and where do you want to see yourself 10 years from now? - Simon Hurell
Dibi: I was waiting. I’m not sure I can ever make anyone understand that. When your kids are having a tough time, your life seems almost suspended in time. Completely my choice, it’s who I am. I feel whole and strong now and plan on writing, painting, interviewing interesting people, working, laughing and enjoying the rest of life’s ride.
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Wow seems just the past few years Nate’s getting a rep as a big wave guy! To cool! Give me kudos to him please Dibi! Thanks! - Lou Gomez
Dibi: Thanks, I will, while I pat him on the back.
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Hey there Dibi! :) Is Greyson your only grandchild? And being in a family with so many men, do you ever long for a quiet, calm little granddaughter? LOL! - Karen Hedric
Dibi: Correct, G is my only grandson. No use wishing for something else, I’ll just do the best with what I’ve got and be grateful that they’re all healthy.
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Seems like we just can’t get enough of the Fletchers! Dibi I have never seen or heard you talk but loved the video from the NY Times! You are beautiful and so spirited! - Julie Canter
Dibi: Thank you, I appreciate the kind words.
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I always knew Christian was punk and pink is it! Love the pink capri story! Got a pic of Christian with those on? - Marlene Fritz
Dibi: No, he always wore my mom’s clothes to school so he didn’t have to come home, and I thought it was very funny, He just didn’t care.
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Holy crap! When did little Greyson Fletcher grow up? He certainly is a gifted boarder! Tree doesn’t fall far from the tree, does it Dibi? - Ray Brughller
Dibi: Greyson has really been coming on. He’s surfing and skating better then ever and he’s terrific to have at the ‘Deck!!
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Your family is awesome and I love reading about you guys! Thank you for always letting us get a sneak peek out of you Fun Fletchers! - Sara Yardmahn
Dibi: It’s been such a unique pleasure to have Christian and Greyson back staying and working with Herb and I. Never dreamed it would be like this a few years back. I’m more grateful then anyone can ever imagine. Thanks for the support.
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Tuesday, September 6th, 2011
Moskova recently picked-up Greyson to ride for their team, and they’re already doing a good job promoting him in their new ads.
So not only is he covered (literally) in Moskova Boxers, but he also rides for Stance Socks… Damn, Greyson, I guess I don’t need to take you to WalMart anymore to load up on those undergarments.
Click or cut/paste the link and check Greyson out on the Moskova website:
http://us.moskova.com/family/greyson-fletcher
Tags: Antihero, Art Form, Astro Boy, astrodeck, Blonde, Brazil, Christian Fletcher, Coco Ho, Dibi Fletcher, Dirt Nasty, Dustin Barca, Europe, greyson fletcher, grom, Herbie Fletcher, Hossegor, Jeremy Flores, Jiu-Jitsu, Lacanau, Miky Picon, MMA, Moskova, Mundaka, nathan fletcher, North Shore, Oahu, Patrick Beven, san clemente, Simon Rex, skate rat, Spain, Spitfire, Stance Socks, Sunny Garcia, Underwear, Vans, wave warriors
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Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011
I don’t mind grinding the pool once in awhile and doing a layback. This was during our trip to New York last month, at the Chelsea Piers Skate Park. All photos were taken by some guy named Herbie.
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Thursday, February 24th, 2011
Just to remind you guys, I’ve left all the questions written as is. I’ve figured, why go out of my way to make some of you guys look smarter than you actually are and correct all your grammatical errors? Fuck that. - Christian
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Does Nathan still Weld dibi? - Yeman Stouch
Dibi: Yes, he’s made me some very interesting pieces. I think he’s quite talented.
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Hi Dibi what is your take on organized religion? - Thomas Povey
Dibi: I think everyone wants to feel better about themselves and the world, and if joining a group of like-minded people is for you, great.
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Hey Dibi! I remember Nathan used to take flying license right? Did he ever get his pilot’s license.
Dibi: We started the lessons when he was 15, and he didn’t complete them then, but he came by last summer and got all the books, so I assume he’s wanting to start back up again. I’m stoked for him.
and here’s my #2 question seems like you’ve always supported your kids in whatever they wanted to do. What’s something you put your foot down and said “NO!” to? - Craig Osumi
Dibi: That’s hard, of course there have been stupid things that any young kid might do that I would have said no to; water balloon launchers out my Mom’s second story at the highway, etc. But anything that was interesting and exciting and pushed them to develop new skills, I’ll help anyway I can.
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Hi Dibi, am I crazy for being a huge fan of not only you Dibi but the whole fam Fletcher damily? Lol! - Jimmy Gould
Dibi: No crazier then any of the rest of us,I guess. It’s all just fun.
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Hey Dibi, how did you guys meet/know Annie Leibovitz. Really rad photo shoot with Malcom! - Ernie Bruhner
Dibi; My friend who worked with us for many years was friends with Lauren Hutton and Malcom. We were invited to the photo shoot and the rest is in the picture.
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Dibi, did you guys have nathan and christian seaparted by 5 years on purpose? just wonderen! - Mike Clancy
Dibi: Yes, I thought it was nice to let Christian get a chance to be a baby before having to grow up and be an older brother. He was quite a terror; but when Nathan came along he was a great help and he and Nathan had a grand time together.
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Hi Dibi, you are a beaut! I’m sure many of CF and NF’s friends had crushes on you! Is it true you went to CF’s school and embarrassed him with hot pants on? - Gregory Ross
Dibi: It wasn’t hot pants; it was a red leather mini skirt, fish net hose, purple suede boots, long rhinestone earrings, and I had pink stripes in my hair. Obviously, it worked because I never had to be a parent escort again, and Christian and I laugh about it to this day.
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Hi Dibi and Christian, thank you for adding me! I love all you Fletchers but Greyson puts a smile on my face! Can you ask Greyson what he wants for his bday? :P - Jodie Kulver
Dibi: Probably to skate a great bowl, he’s a guy!
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Dibi! Ask your husband Herbie why he drops in on everyone!!! All the time!!!! - Rick Keegan
Dibi: Because he can!!!
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Dibs, I see you out but never in the water, why not? - Harris Puget
Dibi: Because I don’t go in unless the water’s really warm.
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any big wave escapades from nate so far this year? danny montoya
Dibi: He’s been riding huge waves. We’ve posted some photos on FB, and I’m sure they’re all over the internet if you want to search. He seems fearless.
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NO Fair CF you suck! Answer your own damn questions! ROFL! Ok fine! Ii’ll ask tu madre! Dibi Fletcher! What is something weird YOU and CF like to eat! - Tim O.
Dibi: Christian lived in Bali for some time and ate everything, UGH!!! I’m very health-conscious and eat very light.
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What’s up Dibi! Tell Greyson that I’m putting his vote in for Skater of the Year even though his name’s not on the ballot! Stupid fuckers! Greyson Fletcher all the way! - Kevin Aragon
Dibi: Cool, I’ll tell him. I think he’s got great style.
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That Fast Eddie interview was an A ticket ride! Any more? - T.L.
Dibi: You bet, I loved him as a jokester. I don’t think many people see him in that light, and I thought it was hilarious.
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Hey Dibi! Do you have any tattoos yourself? - Tianna Rocha
Dibi: No, I never thought they were for me. I love art and my taste evolves; I never wanted to be stuck with something I’d grown out of.
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Is it insulting that I see you and Herbie more like the artsy folk rather than the surf folks? Love all the imagery and artwork you guys have on your sites! BIG BIG FAN! - Stewart Riggs
Dibi: Of course not, that’s how we see ourselves.
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Hi Dibi, how has it been with CF back and sober? Do you think this is finally it? - Bob “Malibu” Grady
Dibi: It’s wonderful, I’m grateful everyday. I certainly hope so for all our sakes, but I guess time will tell. It sure seems good.
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What do you think is Nathan’s longevity when most pro surfers his age are now pretty much on the back burner? - Kai Jensen
Dibi: Big wave riding is like an entirely different sport and it extends the careers longevity. He’s still amazing, so I guess we’ll just wait and see what’s up his sleeve for Act II.
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Hey Dibi, will you be posting any more photos of yourself taken by Bruce Weber? Thank you. - Gabby Lopez
Dibi: Maybe in the future, I don’t like to post personal photos he’s taken of us over the years, I feel it’s infringing on our friendship and I’d never want to do that.
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Hi Dibi, will you guys reissue or sell again those trade cards? I have 3 (archy, christian and gary elkerton) and would like to add to my collection! - Sam Davis
Dibi: Herb and I talked about it recently, we didn’t come up with an answer but maybe I’ll revisit the conversation and see if there’s a market.
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Dibi, can you ask Greyson a question for me, what trick he is trying to learn and ha been the hardest for him to conquer? - Trent Whitber
Dibi: I’m sorry, Greyson’s in Japan and will be back in a few days; I’ll ask him then, so please repost your question and I’ll answer it in the next column.
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Outside of the typical surf and skate labels/brands, who would you, Dibi, not Christian, but you who would YOU want Christian to be sponsored by?
Dibi: He looked fabulous in Versace when Bruce Weber used to shoot him. I think it should be something really unpredictable. Ralph Lauren’s Purple Label perhaps? I love the absurd in life, so I think that might be a good fit.
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What depresses you Dibi Fletcher? I mean really downright fucking depress you that you want to cry?!!! - Marcus Phenbam
Dibi: My kid doing drugs!!! It’s the most heartbreaking experience a parent can live through. It’s so senseless.
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Dibi, many years ago, I truly loved and admired the artword (ads) you did for Christian Fletcher. The image of Christian with the mohawk, the image of him surfing with black trunks on, etc. Could you please post these beautiful paintings again or any more of that kind that you did? And do you continue to do this medium? - Chara Rowlin
Dibi: Thanks, that’s very nice. I haven’t been painting a lot recently. I’ve been doing a lot more writing, but hope to get some time here pretty soon to get back in the studio.
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Hi Dibi: So real quick, favorite scent, favorite memory, favorite drink, favorite snack, favorite person, favorite conversation, favorite hobby, and favorite person to hate. Look forward to your answers! - Steve Phillips
Dibi: Prada, a million favorite memories (I’ve had a long life), water, I’m not much of an eater, I can’t just pick one favorite person, the one I’m engaged at the time, ditto, there’s a few on the list - and I hope you don’t know them and if you do, you hate them also so there’s no use to mention them by name.
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Okay Im’a gonna put you on the hot spot Dibi. What do you think is a move that Nate and Christian do really well and what do you think even after all these years, they can still work on? Oh i’m talking surfing! - Brian
Dibi: They both do great airs. Nathan’s doing things in big waves that are amazing. They’re having fun and being respectful what more could I want???
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Hey Dibi, nothing tastes better than the first bite of an apple or a slice of cantaloupe. What’s something simple that you take delight in? A fruity question from a fruit, so yes, dear, what tantalizes your taste buds? - Eric Parker
Dibi: Casaba melon is rub-your-feet-together fabulous.
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Have u ever been to a Turkish prison? - Calculatą Decimation Noce
Dibi: No, I’ve thankfully managed to stay out of all prison systems.
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Dibi, were you a good kid, stubborn kid, bad kid, complacent kid. I gotta know what kind of kid eventually turned out to be CF’s mom! Ha ha ! - Paul Stewart
Dibi: I never lied, cheated or stole anything. I was very determined to do what I wanted. I was bright, hated school and authority. I ran away early and have tried to live honestly with my choices.
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Dibi Christian asked us about selling out, what do you think is a sell out and is selling out all so bad? Of course CF didn’t bother to answer his own question sooo - Brett Fischer
Dibi: I really don’t know what is selling out. By the time you’re my age, you better figure out how to buy in.
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Dibi, the Bible Bowl??? CF does bible study? LOL say it ain’t so! LMAO!!! - Larry Nohr
Dibi: No, he doesn’t do bible study; he and Greyson are lucky enough to be invited there to skate.
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Hi Dibi, Herbie, Christian, Greyson and Nathan: Do you guys ever all just sit down and trip on what a wild adventure your lives have been? - Scott Kroeger
Dibi: Sometimes, and it’s really fun and interesting as each one of us tends to bring up a different memory that we get to laugh about. Sharing your history and getting to see it from different perspectives is always amazing. I feel very fortunate.
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Here is a question from yesteryear, at the time when your sister Joyce Hoffman was at the peak of her surfing career, who were her sponsors? - Daniel Lumont
Dibi: It was so different then, I remember Leland Triumph Motors gave her a car to use when she traveled to different countries, as did Honda Motorcycles. She got her boards from Hobie. She received a small bit of money and product for Bonnie Bell Cosmetics and was also in their ads. Random things like that, but it wasn’t anything like now.
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hi dibi, John From Cincinnati. Was the character played by Rebecca DeMornay based on you? Which of the characters were the most like their counterpart (you, CF, Herbie, etc) and the most like their counterparts? - Thomas Allison
Dibi: It was never supposed to be about us, and I really don’t see any similarities between the characters and the members of my family.
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Hey Dibi, ha ha, this is so cool asking Christian and Nathan’s mom questions. So I read on Stab that interview with Nathan, was that all fabricated? If not, is there still sibling drama? Man, me and my brothers have really gone at it and have had blown out fights so I can relate! - Nick Mochino
Dibi: I believe Christian and Nathan have really come to a better understanding and have started to rebuild their friendship, and I’m stoked for that. Bruce [Irons] will never have the chance, so call your brothers - they’re the only ones you’ve got.
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Wednesday, December 15th, 2010
Santa Claus asking me if I was naughty or nice that year. I replied back, “What the hell do you think, motherfucker?!?”
Ha ha. I think I was four or five-years-old when this photo was taken. How do you like those saddle shoes?
Hope you all have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
 Christian and Santa
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Monday, October 18th, 2010
 Dibi Fletcher's sculpture located on Pico Avenue in San Clemente. Just to remind you guys, we’ve left all the questions written as is. I figured, why go out of my way to make some of you guys look smarter than you actually are? Fuck that. - CF
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Hiya Dibi, what is something you want to get off your chest? – Loren McHale
Dibi: Sometimes it SUCKS being a chick!
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Hi Dibi. Do you floss? – Scott Meister
Dibi: Yes, everyday.
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Have you guys ever taken a trip that wasn’t surf related all together as a family? – Jessica Martin
Dibi: We used to go skiing all the time, does that count?
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Hey Dibi, curious about Greyson. Does he attend college? – Tad Helski
Dibi: No, he works with us and is learning the business.
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Hi Dibi, Christian just asked us but what is yours? What is your most awkward moment? – Andrew Weiss
Dibi: I’ve had so many, it’s hard to pick just one.
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Do you enjoy board games? Do you like to cuddle? Do you gamble? Enjoy beer kegs? Tell me about the Dibbi we don’t know. - San Clem Man Ham
Dibi: Not particularly. Of course. I come to work everyday. Not a beer drinker. I love to read and study, that certainly sounds dull.
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Big Fletcher fan. Big what ups. Been trying to get a hold of some old commercials and footage you guys did. Mainly some bloodshot clips and that old Volvo commercial. You gonna post that up on the web? Thanks! – Bill Gregory
Dibi: I don’t own the Volvo commercial, and I’m saving the Bloodshot footage to use in a future project.
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Dibi, I just wanted to let you know that I expect bigger and better things from you! John From Cincinnati wasn’t great but not bad but I KNOW you’ll be the one to bring true surfing and true surfers to the forefront of insipid Hollywood players who don’t know what we’re about as surfers! Thank you in advance! And what’s up HERBIE! – Chuy Gracia
Dibi: Hey Chuy, thanks for the thumbs up. I wrote a musical a while back about the North Shore that I think would be perfect for Broadway, but the gentleman that I was working with (who produced Chicago for the stage) passed away, and I didn’t have the heart to shop it around. Maybe sometime in the future.
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Hello dibi, have the guys ever taken you to the bowl to skate? Kill it hot mama! – Scruddzy949
Dibi: I’ve gone and watched, but I don’t skate or surf, and it’s always seemed like the right choice for me.
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Hey Dibs Whats with the quads? Where will NF go now from here? HE roxxxxxxxxxxx! – Just TJ
Dibi: I think he’s a lot like Herb and will just keep evolving as a designer.
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Ya still running? I used to see you at the trails when I lived down there. Hope all is well! - Paul S.
Dibi: Not as much, I now ride a bike 20 some miles a day, a bit easier on the joints.
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THINK FAST THINK FAST BRING BACK THINK FAST! What happened to THINK FAST???!! – Matty Ratty
Dibi: It got to be too much work to juggle everything. Maybe sometime in the future with all the boys help it might seem like just the right time.
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Hey Dibi! John Wayne or Clint Eastwood? J - Tom Alanise
Dibi: Clint Eastwood, “Rawhide”.
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What is one topic you will absolutely not discuss or address? - BB Roth
Dibi: I hope I’m open enough to be curious about everything.
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Gonna feature any skater for the D-Side interviews? What about starting with Greyson? – Jimmy Manute
Dibi: It’s on the way!
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Why don’t big CF and Greyson do some skate demos around here? The groms would be stoked! – Lyle Vaughn
Dibi: Where’s around here? They just went on a great promo trip in Northern California and Oregon together.
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Dibi! I need a job! I will scrub your toilet , I will clip Christian’s nails, I will ship at the warehouse. I’m a good worker! Whatdaya think? – Mike Anders
Dibi: I’m so sorry, but at the present time I do those jobs, and I can’t think of letting myself go. I’m so affordable.
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Strictly talking comedies, what is your all time favorite comedy TV show and movie? – Brice Landon
Dibi: If I have to pick one, “MASH”.
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Hi Dibi. Christian is looking good & healthy. Think he’s here to stay for awhile with us now? – Sam Wisener
Dibi; Do you mean here, as in, on earth?
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Hey Dibi, so Christian posed the topic about suicide the other day. What’s youre take on suicide and euthanasia? Christian don’t answer his own opinions on his own topics! That sucks! But so I’ll ask you since you always have a strong voice. Thanx! – Kai Peniku
Dibi; Awfully permanent solution to a temporary problem. But if I’m fucked, pull the plug!
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Hey Dibi, Name 5 people you want to be stuck on an island and 5 people you don’t. No family. – Brett Jacobs
Dibi: Wow, if I named 5 to be stuck with, you wouldn’t know them so I won’t bother. There’s a million jerks out there so just pick any 5 at random and that about covers it.
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Great job on DSIDE and HEY DIBI. A breath of fresh and REAL air! Christian, give yo mama a hug, boy! Best wishes to all of the Fletchers! – Sarah Howregan
Dibi: Thanks, that’s nice. I really enjoy getting to ask people things that I find interesting about them.
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Mrs. Fletcher, will you ever allow a tell-all book about your clan? Actually I think you should write a book starting with the Hoffman bros! Just a suggestion. J - Chris Murphy
Dibi: Only if I write it and have complete control - and it would still be just be my opinion. As everyone involved sees it through their own perspective, maybe we should each do our own chapter.
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So what the hell were you just pulling our tails about Christian running for council? I STILL WANT TO VOTE FOR HIM!!! Go for it FLETCH! – Matt Atkins
Dibi; No, he pulled out to spend some time with Greyson, which I think is the right move at this time.
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Greyson is HOT! Can you ask him what types of girls he likes and does he have a gf now? Heeheehee. – Molly Johannson
Dibi; I’ll ask him.
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Enjoyed Frank 151 and Juice and your contributions. Ever think about creating a magazine published by the Fletchers? – Jenn Holguin
Dibi: Maybe we should do one online?
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Hi Dibi. Does Herbie ever help you answer these questions? Sometimes I can hear him when your’e doing your dibi side interviews. Ha ha. – Ritchie Van Duyn
Dibi: He’s the camera man, but the questions on the D-Side and the answers here are all MINE!
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Hi Dibi I have a request please. In Surfer Magazine there was a great interview with Nathan, something about Coming out of the Shadows. In that article, there was a wonderful photo of Nathan holding his board and standing beside, what I realized since your last Hey Dibi piece, as one of your own sculptures of the mannequins. I’ve since lost that magazine and have been trying to replace it. Would it be possible if you reposted that photo. It is my favorite of Nathan of all time. Young, aggressive surfer next to a beautiful work of art. Thank you very much. – Emma Marinovich from Newport Coast, CA
Dibi: I’m sorry, I don’t think I have a copy of the photo you’re referring to. It was probably taken by someone other then Herb.
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Hi Dibi! You guys have the best Facebook pages! Love waking up and reading what’s new on that crazy mind of Christian’s! He’s to the point and wicked funny! Let him know I think he’s the best! And your pretty rad too with hey dibi and the dside ! But how about an interview WITH YOU?? J - Josh Pederssen
Dibi: That would be funny; I can ask myself questions in the mirror, or hop from one chair to the next, asking and answering questions I ask myself… that would be hilarious.
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Hey Dibi, what is a habit you wish you could stop? – Joel Spitzer
Dibi: Worrying about things I can’t change.
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Hi Dibi. Will we be able to see more pics of you guys and future Bruce Weber projects? – Heather Moss
Dibi: Hopefully, I adore working with him.
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Old school, new school or who cares about school? What’s up Dibi Fletcher? – Manny Pena
Dibi: Everybody’s been traveling, surfing, skating, and I, of course, keep it all rolling, so I guess it’s business as usual.
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What is a personal fave surf film of yours? From the Fletcher collection that is! – Troy Hollis
Dibi: Each of them has a piece of our history, so it’s hard to choose.
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I heard you are a health fitness nut and eat very healthy at least that’s why Jon told me! Roflmao! But anyway if you were FORCED at gunpoint to pick a fast food place to have to eat at what would it be? LMAO!!! – Stephen F.
Dibi: Baja Fresh!
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Looks like Christian and Greyson are so tight. So stoked for them both. Is Greyson tight with Uncle Nate? – Simon Karuthers
Dibi: Yes, they’re very close.
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Hey Dibi. Big fan of the sandals. Think about doing some sneaks? Itd be cool! – Danny Montgomery
Dibi: Dude, you sound like Herb! Let’s get the sandals rockin’ first.
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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…
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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Thursday, July 1st, 2010
 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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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.
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Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Part Two of Dibi Fletcher’s Q&A with former NFL New Orleans Saints offensive tackle Kyle Turley. Now touring the country with his own band and promoting his new album “Anger Management” (from Grid Iron Records), Kyle stopped by the Astrodeck Headquarters for a down-to-earth chat with Dibi for her popular interview series “The D-Side”. In this particular clip, Kyle talks about growing up as a grom and his love for surfing. And after viewing this, you can check out the rest of Kyle’s interviews with “The D-Side” on our video and/or blog sections here at www.christianfletchersurf.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrwhHV0M0mI
Tags: Anger Management, astrodeck, Christian Fletcher, Dibi Fletcher, Grid Iron Records, grom, Hank 3, Kyle Turley, New Orleans Saints, NFL, offensive tackle, san clemente, the d-side
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