I'm just a guy who rides a skateboard for fun. I mean, I still love it as much as the day I started and I will ride until I die, but I don't really relate to the idea of being a "pro skater" anymore. I'm not a big fan of the word "athlete" -- I've always more so just considered myself a skateboarder -- I think that means a hell of a lot more than being an athlete. I'm one of those people that has to ride... Beyond the profession, pressure or career aspect... I just feel right on a skateboard. 

Like my skating, my music would happen with or without an audience. It's all about self-expression... A personal and creative exploration. 

I take my life moment to moment and I give it all I've got. 
No looking forward and no looking back.

-- Mike Vallely

http://mikevallely.com

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