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Tuesday, February 21st, 2012
Questions are left as written. That being said, some of you need to learn how to use Spell Check! - CF
Hey Dib,China will own america in the next decade.Do you think you will outsource Astrodeck to American labour in Mexico,or,will surfing be banned by then? – Scott Needham
Dibi: I’m thinking of taking Mandrian lessons ASAP. Tried to manufacture in Mexico some time ago and it was a complete disaster. Frisbee and football are now banned on Los Angles beaches, can surfing be far behind??
—————————————————————————————————————————————–Hi Dibi, do you believe in the old adage your damned if you do and your damned if you don’t? – Pete Heller
Dibi: Doesn’t it seem like the perfect saying sometimes? Like all the other old clichés my mom quoted constantly. They became an old adage because they fit the situation “like a glove” - another one.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are? do private school yearbooks have a best dressed superlative in the yearbook? – Noah MacKenzie
Dibi: I like being where I’m at. There are certainly things that I’d like to change, but every age is a challenge, and you learn so much along the way; I’d never like to sacrifice what I know for more physical prowess, it just doesn’t happen like that and I try to be a realist.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Do you think Nathan will one day win Mavericks or The Eddie? – Chris Leif
Dibi: I’d love that for him - he certainly has the talent - but a contest has a million variables and everyone out there has the talent. That’s what makes a contest exciting.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Hey Dibster! Quick silly question has Herbie ever had buzzed short hair! Or a mohawl! Or does he leave that to C Hristian? LMAO! – Bryan Jenah
Dibi: Herb had long hair in the 60’s, homemade embroidered clothes, and all the accoutrements of cool, but has since kept his hair short and easy for him to take care of.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Dibi don’t you hate it when you’ve said something really funny or witty and some dork repeats your joke and tries to claim it as his own? – Marc Dennison
Dibi: Dude, I’m surrounded by plagerists. I have rather a different sense of humor and biting commentary that people like to lift as their own. I’m used to it, as a woman, and I hate to use that, but all the guys around me can testify it SUCKS being me. The stuff I say is much better accepted by a guy, so in the end, if the message is out and it’s on point, I guess I’ll suck it up, as usual, and hope that I’m big enough to be grateful that what I say is worth plagerizing.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-You guys need more CF shirts! I have the og and the new skull but I need more! Any chance of some Nathan shirts too? – Jeff Hoppler
Dibi: We’re working on new designs now, and will be doing something with Nathan for Wave Warriors in the spring.
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I am a beginner surfer and I am enjoying it so far. My question is about traction pads. Why don’t surfers just put traction pad up and down all over the board? SUP people seem to have traction on their boards all over but not shortboarders. Thank you. – Kyle Konrad
Dibi: First, SUP guys stand on the board, they do not lay on it to paddle, so they don’t get rashed on the knees, nipples, etc. Second, shortboarding is about weight and traction all over would add enough to be noticeable. Back pad and front foot where the feet actually go is a perfect combo for plenty of grip.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-I’ve got to get the Greyson calendar! – Sunny Roberts
Dibi: I’m so sorry, it was sold out instantly, I didn’t even get one for myself.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Do you have your own website dibi? Or a blog it would be great! I would subscribe! J - Emily Gustavsen
Dibi: Thanks! But at present I don’t have the time to keep it up. It’s hard to get to everything as is, but this is a bit of fun and I enjoy it.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-The calendar is fucking the best thing I’ve seen in a long time! Classic! I’ll chip in even more to the Unicorn Foundation if Greyson signs it for me! Please? J - Tanya Amquist
Dibi: I’m sorry, we’re completely sold out! Next year, we will do a larger run; we had no idea they’d be so popular. And I think the Unicorn Foundation was a stroke of genius.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Is there a “trend” that you wish had STAYED in the surf industry? – Dan Carmichael
Dibi: No, I love change and I’m always thrilled with “New”.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Ms. Dibi, you are so beautiful. A regal woman I do know this. I would like to ask your opinion on what you think makes a driven man look successful. A wonderful set of cufflinks? A nice watch? Thank you, mi amor. – Marcus Osuna
Dibi: I think it’s an individual choice. I’ve known a lot of driven men that wear neither. I personally adore accessories for myself and always have.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Is it inevitable that we as parents end up saying and doing things just like our own parents did and that we swore we would never repeat? – Tim Roehr
Dibi: Yes, you fall back on what you were taught, especially in a pinch. But do yourself a favor and really think about waht you say, so it’s what you really mean, not some habitual reaction.
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Dibi: No, at present he enters them randomly, but he’ll start putting his schedule together more seriously in the near future.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-hey dibi. who are our creators? – Jumbo Karakuchi
Dibi: I’m not quite sure what you’re asking. Please make it a bit more clear and I’ll do my best to answer.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-History lesson dibi? Back in the 60s Malibu seemed to be known for beach and surf as far as popular culture. So how did Orange County become the hotbed? – Adam McCarthy
Dibi; The magazine, the surfboard manufacturing, the clothing were all taking root in Orange County, and it became the hub of the surf business and that is what made it then and now the “hotbed”.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-dibi… why are you so amazinggggg?  – Jenna Law
Dibi: Funny, I’d never think that. I always feel like I haven’t done enough.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Hey Dibi is it true that good surfers get to spend eternal life in Fiji and bad surfers spend purgatory in Ohio when they pass away? – Cesar Saiz
Dibi: Christian said “Ohio has a sick skatepark” so maybe your theory could use some work?
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Dib do ya think Herb would have been disappointed if the boys didn’t pursue surfing and maybe decided to be a doctor or teacher or whatever instead? – Dave Johnston
Dibi: I don’t think so, I think he would have been proud of them no matter what they chose to do as long as they did it to the best of their ability.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-What is all the Fletchers favorite movie? I think I read once Nathan or was it Christian liked Road Warrior. What about you and Herb dibi? Just wondering. – Samuel Kurtz
Dibi: I adore ’40s movies that I grew watching with my mom, where women were dames and more often than not had a gun in their purse, and men wore suits and fedoras, anything Film Noir. I’m not sure of Herb’s favorite movie, but he loves the history channel.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-What can I write to get Christian to respond??? – Robert Perry
Dibi: I don’t know, he has his own way of doing things, as always.
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Hey Dibi, is it wrong to place such idol worship on surfers, skaters, etc? I mean come on is Andy Irons really a hero? The guy died from drugs. A great surfer, yes. But hero? Your opinion Dibi! – Thom Kraust
Dibi: I don’t think it’s the surfers or skaters that consider themselves heroes. They have the same insecurities, and self doubt as all of the rest of us. It’s the media and constant need for content that drives it. I think people can do heroic things, but when put under the magnifying glass they’re still human and as such, I think anyone should be careful when picking someone to idolize.
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I hate working out. I want to you know if Christian or Nathan do anything or do they just surf skate enough and that’s it? I wonder if Dibi thinks 360’s are cool on a wave or played out ? Is it just ok to do a 360 take off? than one on the same wave is that to much ? Or is it only ok to do a 360 on a floater and come down with speed ? – Tom Scillia
Dibi: Nathan really got into cross training to bring his leg back after he broke it a few years ago. Christian is a bit more laid back about the exercise scene. I’m a fanatic and always have been. But a 360 in the tube would be awesome!!!!
—————————————————————————————————————————————HEY DIBI how are you? – Daniel Kettle
Dibi: I’m fine, thanks. Working a lot, but I’m grateful for the opportunity.
—————————————————————————————————————————————Hey Dibi, I got a question, what would be the answer to the answer man? – Macaulay Scott Renner
Dibi: Wow, really???
—————————————————————————————————————————————-Hi Dibi having a sister such as Joyce and coming from a surf-enriched family, what is your opinion on women surfing? Why is it that women can be equal in sports such as tennis and golf compared to some other sports? – Sara Bedford
Dibi: I think it has changed dramatically over the years for the better. Women now have a chance to really make it a career choice with good sponsorship, but it’s more difficult to market than men’s surfing, so, like most things, follow the money and the answer becomes a bit more clear.
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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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Friday, January 28th, 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. - CF
Hi Dibi, you’re a hoot! Very fun! Have you ever gotten into a physical altercation with someone? - Joe Gowin (I live in Scott’s Valley but used to live in Capo Beach and really enjoy Christian’s Facebook!)
Dibi: No, I’ve never thought that was a great way to handle differences of opinion.
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Hey Dibi, what are you completelly PRO and completelly ANTI?? - Cassie Jordan
Dibi: Pre: Personal freedom. Anti: Government intrusion.
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I have seen your pics on hey dibi you’re very pretty and youthful I cannot believe you have son old enough like Christian! Sorry if this is personal to much but were you a teen mother? I had my daughter at 17 and it has been so hard and I am 25 now and days I just want to give up but I’ve grown lots with her and she really is my life. Sorry if this personal. - Amy J.
Dibi: Yes, I was a teen mom, and there were plenty of difficult times. I think that’s a part of life, and most people want to run away, believe me, there’s no place to run. You just create another set of problems. So relax and enjoy the process as best you can; it’s over quicker then you can imagine.
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Hey there Dibi. What a great forum! Here’s my question; A few years ago I had seen a photo that I contribute to Bruce Weber. It was amazing and featured you dancing. Was this for a particular photo shoot with Bruce Weber? It was a bit grainy - even to the point of looking like a frame grab - but that may have been the speed of the camera shutter? I’m also familiar with the Fletcher Clan in Weber’s documentary, “Chop Suey Club” which I thoroughly enjoyed. Been a sideline observer of the Fletcher’s ever since. Anywho, any bit of information you’re willing to share about that particular, I’d greatly appreciate. - Christopher Kevins
Dibi: I really got into ballroom dancing for quite awhile and went to many competitions. Rhinestones, feather dresses… what’s not to love? The particular photo you’re referring to was from the Fontainebleau in Miami. The event offers you the opportunity, for a cost, to buy videos of your different dances, which I did and let Bruce use some of it and also pull some grabs for stills. So, you’re perfectly correct.
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Hey Dibi, Do you and Herbie plan on staying in San Clemente or will you guys retire to somewhere else. LONG LIVE ASTRODECK! - Hugh Madero
Dibi: Never know what’s in the future, I like to be open and flexible so I can take advantage of opportunities that might come my way.
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OMG I really love HEY DIBI it’s my favorite thing ever! Why don’t you do a HEY DIBI directly on Christian’s Facebook? - Sara Hodges
Dibi: I feel it’s better to do it in the format that I am, or I believe it will just morph into another Facebook post.
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Hi Dibi. I have a question for you that is more directed towards Christian, I guess. Since you are his mom, will you MAKE HIM answer his own questions! Lol. He asks such fun questions on Facebook but never answers his own questions! Inquiring minds want to know! - Jake Pena
Dibi: Dude, I’ve never been able to make him do shit! Think now it’s going to be any different? I think he’s enjoying what’s happening and you seem to also, so why mess with it?
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LOL so Christian did porn? Yah right! That was a good one he pulled on us! But would you be ashamed of him if he actually did??? Hmmmmm!!! - 204’s Owen
Dibi: I guess I’ll never know, so why speculate?
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Hello Dibi! I recently noticed that Nathan had a tattoo on his leg, but wasn’t able to view it upclose. Would you happen to know what the image is? Thank you. - Erin Howse
Dibi: I really don’t remember, it was never an issue so I didn’t pay that much attention.
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Hi Dibi, will there be more of that Dside with Walter? It was great. Thanks. - Joey S.
Dibi: Yes, working on one for next week.
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Dibi what kind of humor/comedy do you like? Slapstick, dry, etc? Just curious! - Caesar Medina
Dibi: Don’t care much for slapstick. Dry and ironic seems more amusing. I laugh at myself daily, and find life and most people’s opinions of themselves vastly amusing.
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HI! I know you own Tar Farms in San Juan. Years before that, were you the one who rode in the San Juan Rodeo? Jesse Avila said I am wrong that it’s not you because you didn’t live here at the time! - Henry Choate
Dibi: My older sister Joyce rode in the parade, I think 100 years ago, and it’s my parents who own Tar Farms
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Hey Dibi, is it true you ran away from home when you were 15? I think I have read this several times in interviews. - K.W.
Dibi: I had just turned 16; very mature and responsible. (That’s a joke!)
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Hi Dibi, what is something that you were very much interested in (a sport, hobby, movie, etc) and wanted Christian, Nathan and Herbie to also enjoy but they just had no interest in? - Audrey Rose
I can’t think of anything off hand. I enjoyed the fact that we had different taste. Really, they’re guys and I’d never want or expect them to enjoy some of the things I find amusing, enchanting or interesting. That’s why I have girlfriends.
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I think everyone here on Christian’s Facebook looks forward to his posts when he links the new Hey Dibi. I know I look forward to it. Does that make me sad, obsessed with Dibi Fletcher, or just a great questioning participant? :) - Matt Furhman
Dibi: Hey, I’m not judging, this is all fun.
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What happened to THE D—SIDE? I used to like watching the interviews. You guys ever feature any skaters? - McGill’s Minion
Dibi: Thanks, we’re doing a segment for the D-Side next week. I’ve talked to a couple of skaters, it’s just getting them down here that seems to be the problem.
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Hey Dibi, what is the dumbest question you been asked and the best question? - Dwight Barr
Dibi: I get asked the same thing over and over, so perhaps that makes it seem dumb, and anything that challenges me seems great.
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Hey Dibi, does anything or anyone intimidate you? - Carl Chapman
Dibi: There have been a lot of difficult things I’ve had to face in life that made me really doubt myself, but that’s just part of the process that is unavoidable. After coming out of that dark place you feel great, the sun’s out, the world is magic again. But eventually the process starts all over again. Am I scared of life, or intimidated by it, no, I hope I do it to the best of my ability.
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Hi Dibi what has been that one shocking instant moment where something just made your jaw drop? - Rudy Sinclair
Dibi: There have been too many to recall. There’s shock with AWE, there’s shock with FRIGHT, there’s embarrassment and a whole host of others and I’m able to say I’ve had them all.
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LMAO That is the BEST family photo ever! We never took photos like that at Disneyland! How old were the groms at the time? - Phil Allen
Dibi: Thanks, I thought it was really cute it’s so out of character. I think CF is 9 or 10 so that makes Nathan 4 or 5.
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Hey Dibi and Christian, lol, classic family photo. Christian, my parents made us pose like this at Knott’s Berry Farm. Sorry I guess the question I have is, Dibi & Herbie - why do parents torture us kids this way??? Lol! - Jerry Weimar
Dibi: Because we love you, and we end up with a few cheesy photos!
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Hey Dibi, because your family has had celebrity in the surf world, do you sympathize and understood when other celebrities seem to be targeted and maligned? - Kurt Jenner
Dibi: Yes, it’s very interesting to watch how things unfold, but it’s mostly the big companies that really manipulate the market.
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Hey Dibi, who do you think is a jerk? - Adam Tovin
Dibi: I’ve got a list, and I’m trying to thin it down; you know, like growing up.
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Hi Dibi, I think Christian is a bigger softie than we all ever thought he was. True? - Dave Nyghen
Dibi: I think he’s a lot of things no one would ever imagine.
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Dibi, what HAS to change about the surfing industry? After Christian’s shake-up, nothing’s really been that exciting. Why is everyone such a big part of that flock of sheep? - Jon Van Duyn
Dibi: $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ is my answer!!!
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Dibi, I know this isn’t really an advice column like Ann Landers but I sure would like your opinion on something. I try to please everyone and in the process, I always get hurt. I’m tired of it and now I’m thinking I’m going to start being a little more selfish. I’m very tired of getting hurt and putting in all my efforts to not get the same in return. I’m starting to get deeply depressed about it becaus I feel like I’m being constantly used. After reading Hey Dibi since it’s start and watching the Dside interviews, I must say you’ve gained a fan in me and I find your thoughts and input very foundational. Am I being selfish to want to be selfish? Thank you for your perspective. - Naomi K.
Dibi: We all have choices and I’ve made plenty that have forced to think twice. As a middle kid, I’ve always been a pleaser. There’s been great pleasure in doing things for others and maybe the way to really get that pleasure is to do it with no expectations. It’s a fine line between giving and being used but you’ll be the only one that can make that call for yourself. Good Luck!
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“I See Buddhas everywhere” is a phenomenal piece of artwork. Ever think of having your own website dedicated to just displaying a showcae of your work for all the WWW to see? No offense to christian but putting it on his website seems limiting to just the surfer crowd. =) - Lillian T.
Dibi: Thanks. Yes, I’ve thought of having my own website but, at present, I just don’t have time. So I guess Christian and I can share some space for now. We both enjoy the opportunity to work together.
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Hi Dibi, I like to put a lot of sugar on my breakfast grapefruit. I just pour heaps of sugar on top. Then i lick all the sugar off and throw away the grapefruit. Do you do this too? - NumbSkull @ Taco Bell Reef
Dibi: No, I have a smoothie for breakfast so everything is blended together. Perhaps you can try that.
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Hello Dibi, surely there have been so many misconceptions about the Fletcher family but what is admittedly an accurate conception? - William De Leon
Dibi: We’re a family, just like everyone else, perhaps with the volume turned up a bit.
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Hey Dibi, do you know how to play any instruments? - Kevin Hall
Dibi: No, and I really wish I did. I rented a piano for awhile and took lessons, but, sadly, just didn’t have the time to practice. Took singing lessons, switched to opera which I loved, but again, just couldn’t commit the time to it with all the other work I have to do to keep the ball rolling.
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Hi Dibi, after reading several of these, it seems like you and Christian and Herbie and Greyson and Nathan are all doing well. I’m glad you stop to smell the roses. And it’s great seeing Christian active on Facebook and sharing with the rest of us that he’s still around! Blessed be to you all! - Miriam Heatherton
Dibi: Thank you very much. It’s so nice to have everyone healthy and stoked, it’s been a long, tough road.
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Hey Dibi, sorry for the loss of Flippy. Speaking of Flippy, I’ve read about the history of him and Walter. Such rich history. I’m curious how they became known as the “Dana Point Mafia” and why they settled on raising their families in Orange County and not somewhere like Malibu. I ask this because I thought they were originally from Los Angeles and geographically thought maybe LA county beaches made more sense? - Ray Dillard
Dibi: Some writer gave them that name in print and it was used many times after, so it kind of stuck. They liked it down here because it wasn’t Malibu. It was very quiet with nothing going on but lots of great surf. They had always had a summer house in Laguna, so they just gravitated to the area when they bought their first homes and thought that living directly on the beach was worth the commute.
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Thursday, January 6th, 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. - CF
Hey Dibi, whatever happened to Think Fast? I was at a store in Malibu a couple of years back and bought a Think Fast shirt. It was two sizes to big but I remembered it was Nate’s gig so I wanted to buy it and save it as a memento. I see CF’s comeback here on FB with his apparel and whatnot but what about Think Fast and Nate? - Troy Viske
Dibi: Nathan rides for Analog and it would be a conflict of interest at the present time. Maybe at some later date he’ll want to revive it, so stay tuned.
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Hi Dibi, do you believe in astrology if so how deeply? What is your sign and Herbie’s? Are you guys compatible? - Grace O’Neal
Dibi: I think some of it’s quite interesting, but I don’t let it dictate my life. Herb is a Capricorn and I’m a Virgo; we’re quite compatible.
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Hey there Dibi! “John From Cin” was great though I’ve read you want nothing to do with it. Why is that? Was it not headed in the direction you wanted it to? - John From Santa Barbara
Dibi: I don’t think it was headed anywhere, and obviously HBO didn’t either.
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Hey Dibi, do you have an itinerary of all the events Greyson will be skating at? Thank you! (P.S. I’m not a groupie I just act like one. :p) - Devin MacAllister
Dibi: No, I think he and Christian are playing it by ear right now. The Ultimate Boarder is coming up and I think they’ll be participating. Other then that, who knows?
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Hello Dibbie, do you sell personal photos of Nathan? Or do you know if Gotcha or Art Brewer would sell any from their archives? I am looking for photos of Nathan ages 14-17. Thank you. NF Fan/Collector - Tamara Weitz
Dibi: I’m sorry, I sure don’t. Gotcha is long gone and I can’t answer for Artie.
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Hi Dibi, do you think if Greyson wasn’t a Fletcher he’d be interested in something say like medicine or law or engineering? - PT Vacarro
Dibi: I’m sure I can’t answer with any authority, who knows what any of us might have been had we been born into different circumstances?
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Hi Dibi, where do you think social networking will be 5 years from now? Facebook surely has openeed doors for us looking at a glimpse of you, christian and nathan’s mama and christian the man himself! Thanks for always sharing! - David Pedersen
Dibi: If I knew where we’d be in five years, I might have made different choices. But here we are being able to connect with people globally in an open forum and I’m grateful. So, I guess I’ll just watch it all unfold and be a part of what I can.
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Sorry for the loss of your dad I read about him and Christian put his picture up surfing a long time ago. Sorry for your loss again Dibi Fletcher. - Reggie Schmidt
Dibi: Thank you for you condolences, but it was my Uncle Flippy, my father’s brother, that passed away after being very ill for awhile.
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So is it true Nathan forgot to deposit and cash in a check for 20 grand? WTF??????????????? - Steve J.
Dibi: I have no idea? I’ve never heard anything about a missing 20 grand, but it makes for an interesting story.
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Don’t take this the wrong way, Herbie. A true big fan of your surfing AND artwork. Your boards are friggin’ amazing! But come on, dude, let’s show up some Dibi artwork! I recall her artboard pieces before. Upload them on your site dude! Don’t hold back! - Gary Hanson
Dibi: Thanks, I need to get some new photos done and then we’ll put them up.
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OMGGGGGGGGGG Yippee! Loved the pic of Christian with Santa. And I love all your other photos. You are so beautiful and graceful and elegant! You certainly are a beauty. The family photos you share with us is what I look forward to most as well as your thoughtful and honest insight! - Cynthia Milos
Dibi: Thanks, doing this is one of the fun things that comes my way. I’m glad you enjoy it.
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Hi Dibi, who is on the offical Astrodeck Team Roster? - Joe Nied
Dibi: Is there an official team roster? We’ve had so many great riders over the years, I don’t know where to start.
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Hi Dibi. Here’s a fun question, I think. Name both a TV character and a Film character you identify with and who you would like to portray. - Jamison Casem
Dibi: I guess Mrs. Cleaver’s out. How about Lucy for TV and any of the dames in my favorite Film Noir classics for the screen.
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Hey Dibi, Conan and Jay are stale. And oprah’s overrated. We need you, woman. we need all of everyone to read this stuff not just CF’s fans! - HB Fan
Dibi: Thanks, that’s very nice. You never know what life has in store, so I’m on for the ride.
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2010 must have been awful for you Dibi and Herbie and your sons with the loss of Philip and Andrew. - Stacy Ferber
Dibi: Loss is always sad, but there’s always wonderful things as well to keep the balance. I try to stay positive and be grateful; all things pass.
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Hi Dibi! I truly enjoy surfing the Facebook pages as well as Herb’s, Christian’s and the Astrodeck websites. Always a good visual read. I enjoy “Hey Dibi” and The D-Side chronicles as well as Christian’s insane humor and Herbie’s art trips. When are we going to be exposed to a website solely dedicated to your projects? Really enjoy the Fletcher collaborations! - Mark Chapmann
Dibi: Right now, I’m kept plenty busy keeping everyone glued together, and it seems right. I’m a great team player and as you said, the above are works of collaboration so it seems fitting for the time being.
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Hi Dibi, Greyson doesn’t answer questions. neither does christian so I’ve come to you. would greyson do another show or a movie if the material was something he would be interested in? Wondering is all. - Manic Panic
Dibi: He seems very happy doing what he’s doing right now, but who knows what’s in the future?
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hey dibi, does herbie still shape customs? are you still sculpting? is what’s old still new and what’s new not old? - P.K.
Dibi: Herb still shapes some, I’ve been writing quite a bit, but I’m designing a few new pieces, and as soon as time permits, I’ll be on it.
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mama fletch! I just fucked up my acl. no surf, no snowboarding. FML FML FML!!! how did nathan recuperate? PT? just crusiing? this is driving me shitbrains. so bummed out. - Rudy Twidlen from PR
Dibi: He rested, ate well, and then pushed himself like hell. Started out with a bit of PT, then hit the gym, rode his bike, and surfed to rehab. No short cuts, sorry!
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I noticed you didn’t do an Andy Irons tribute which I was kinda surprised about since I know the Fletchers are tight with the Irons. Good piece on Transworld there with the younger set of siblings. Just was curious as to why is all no biggie. - Danny T.
Dibi: I thought it became a media circus, and contrary to popular opinion, some things are better experienced in private. I’ll truly miss him.
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Hi Dibi, any time soon that Nathan will have a fanpage or website like Christian does? I am a fan of both of your talented and gorgeous sons! Hehe. (= Heather Cooney
Dibi: I don’t know, Nathan’s very private. But I guess stranger things have happened, although at the present, I can’t think of one that would surprise me more.
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Hey Dibi, I know you guys get hasseled about the Bloodshot era but could you post up a photo or video of when the boys rolled through town? Brings me back to such fond memories. Thanks! - Jeff H.
Dibi: I think someone posted some photos awhile ago, I’ll try to find them. Herb didn’t go on the trip so we really don’t have anything from the tour in the archives.
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Hi Dibi! What were the highlights and the lowlights for you in 2010? Always a fan, Meredith Quiroz
Dibi: When I sit and try to conjure up highs and lows, it seems a bit difficult as there are degrees of both. Everyone’s healthy, which is the best. I know that sounds trite but looking back over the years of huge dramatic injuries, addictions and all the other hardships families go through, perhaps something we seem to take for granted is the greatest highlight. I try not to dwell on the lows and there were a few that were very difficult, but with the passing of time, they seem to fall into the makeup of who we are… part of the life process. I hope I can live up to my expectations and that’s the best I can do for this year and all the ones I’ll be lucky enough to experience.
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Art, sculpting, ballroom dancing, John From Cincinnati so what’s next for you Mrs. Fletcher? Maybe a trip around the world as a hot air balloon exhibitionist or going to Sonoma to grow, pick and label your own winery. What is an endeavor you haven’t embarked on yet but wish to? - Mark Whitmore
Dibi: It’s funny you mentioned wine, Herb ran into someone recently that was looking for distribution for his vineyards. I told Herb I can’t take on anything else at present; he didn’t pay much attention, so I figure he’ll be asking me again soon. I try not to plan too much, you know the old saying about hearing God laugh?
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Why don’t you guys have any WW or ASS on dvd? Will you soon? Frothing for it here. - Jake Retveyld
Dibi: We’re making a new Wave Warriors, so hopefully you’ll be able to enjoy that soon.
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Hi Dibi. Does Christian really work at Astrodeck? Is he a 9 to 5er???!!!! - No Name
Dibi: Not exactly 9 to 5, but yes he works here, with Herb, myself, and Greyson. It’s great that we’re all together and business is tough, so it’s time they all step up.
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Hi there Dibby, do you remember someone named Beverly Shelton from San Juan Capistrano? - J.Q
Dibi: No, I’m sorry, but I’m not great with names.
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Hey Dibi! Recently read an interview with Nathan saying how Christian lived a different life; photo shoots with rock stars, famous photojournalists, etc. Do you think this was Nathan watching from outside and wanting to be included or just merely a matter-of-fact statement? Interesting lives you have all lived! - Fred Benson
Dibi: I’d say knowing Nathan, he was being matter-of-fact. He’s gone on to do so much of the same, so he realizes it’s just part of the life we live and not what defines any of us.
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Hi Dibi, was Herbie a pushover as a father? - J.W.
Dibi: Pretty much so; he was great at taking them on adventures. And me? Any one for the orthodontist?
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Hey Dibi, Don’t really have a question to ask this time but wanted to send my condolensces about Flippy and ask how your father Walter has been doing? God bless you all. - Katie Saldero
Dibi: My Dad’s pretty good, thanks for asking. He’s certainly getting older, but aren’t we all? He still surfs and goes to work, but it’s not like it was even a few years ago. Enjoy the time you have, it goes by like a snap of the fingers.
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Does it flatter you guys when so many people look up to all you Fletcher or could you care less? I’ve looked up to Bruce Irons as a surfer though the guy seems like an asshole personality wise. But really thought it was cool he looks up to Nathan so much and so now I’ve become more of a Nathan fan and I’ve thrown Bruce to the side. I went directly to the source for gnarness. - Tim Duque
Dibi: I try never to take things for granted, and I’m surprised every time I answer questions that people care what I think. I’m not sure if “flattered” would be the word I’d choose; I think grateful seems to be a better fit for how I feel. Bruce is a great surfer and so is Nathan, so I see no problem in looking up to both of their surfing talents. They’re great friends to each other, and inspire one another, how cool for both of them.
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