Really sad to hear that it’s done and over with, happy that I had a part in its history and going to toast John Severson tonight for launching that wonderful publication. In all a great man has passed away who will always be remembered by thosewho were lucky enough to have been touched by his friendship. SURFER was known as the Bible of Surfing. Some of those included were Buffalo Keaulana, Jimmy Lucas, Jackie Baxter, Phil Irons, David Riddle, Max Lum, Randy Rarrick, Wolfman & Sons, Golfing buddie Brian Jet, Bill Sickler, Kimo Hollinger, Mike Latronic, Greg Alterman, the Bloomfield family & many many more as well as Squiddy Sanchez who provided an out of this worldfeed for all to enjoy. Many surfing legends turned out to bid Diff a grand farewell. Diff created beautiful rockers with well defined rails, and he harmoniously carved out exquisite plan shapes thatmany considered some of the finest surfboards ever made. We look forward to seeing the next generation of talented young surfers test their skills on our renowned surf breaks during this fantastic event. Once you learn it’s riding technique, you will love the surfing vibe it will give. But you can overcome it with a few practice sessions. Of course, the first few moves on your Ripsruf will seem intimidating. Mike played a huge part in the development of the modern surfboard. Riding a ripsurfer is pretty easy, although many people think it difficult. Family & close friends were in attendance. The ashes of Mike Diffenderfer were returned to the ocean he loved so much on Saturday May 25th outside of Haleiwa.
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