Although Walter Hoffman is getting older and his legs aren’t what they used to be, he’ll never stop surfing. And now with the help of surfboard shaper Steve Walden and WaveJet Technologies, Walter is being introduced to a world of new surf technology.

The Walden WaveJet series of Personal Water Propulsion (PWP) Surfboards, SUPs and Water Rescue Boards are patented by the WaveJet PWP pod, surfing’s first miniaturized jet drive technology. The boards make 8 to 10 knots on still water, which is 3 to 5 times faster than paddling, and makes it easier for living legends like Walter Hoffman to enjoy what he loves doing best.

Christian Fletcher recently got the cover of Ghetto Juice Magazine. There’s also an interview with Christian in this issue. And Christian being Christian, you can only expect to get the honest truth of what he thinks with just about anything.

Check out that slash. Fact: Christian Fletcher is not a one-trick pony.

So deal with it.

Greyson’s been kicking his summer off to a great start.

Not only is the Astroboy skating all the time, he’s been honing up on his surfing skills and has been seen haunting local spots along the coasts of San Clemente and Dana Point. And during some sessions, even good ole Grandpa Herbie came by to get the shots!

And, yeah, judging from these pics, we think it’s safe to say that another Flying Fletcher will be a known presence out in the line-up.

Teahupo’o can be fickle. Teahupo’o can be angry. Teahupo’o can be out of your scope of mental and physical stability. But one thing it’s not; Teahupo’o is never without a dull moment.

The basic consensus from most people was that Koa Rothman took top honors this year for riding this crazy bitch out and making the impossible seem possible. But never one to hold back and always pushing his own endless boundaries, Nathan Fletcher was the guy who PADDLED, that’s right folks, PADDLED and not towed, into the biggest wave on May 14th. Dammit Nathan, you sure do up the ante all the time…

The following pics of Astrodeck Team Rider Nathan Fletcher were taken from various sources on the Internet.

Next week, we’ll be posting up photos of puppies in a basket.

Astroboy Greyson Fletcher made this sick cover shot by Beach Brother Magazine last year (photo by Affif Bellakdar), and it looks like it also caught the attention of the people behind the Bright European Skateboard Awards because now it’s been nominated for Cover of the Year. Pretty sweet, right?

Wave Warriors (Photo by Tom Servais)

To put it succinctly, perhaps Kelly Slater summed it up best when he recently wrote on his Instagram:

“#herbiefletcher pulled together another sick #wavewarriors group shot the other day. Hope he does it for another 20+ years. Good seeing the old guard and the new crew together in one place. Not many people could pull this shot off. Herbie sponsored my brother and I when I was 10yrs old. #legend”

Kelly Slater's Instagram of the Wave Warriors 2012

Here’s a little interview that Christian did recently. He talks about his new Timmy Patterson board and Astrodeck. Of course.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vgurxIMpozM

We’ve just got in our Astrodeck inventory for the season. We’re fully loaded with the 123 Nathan’s, the CF grips, the 949 Kolohe Andino’s, the OG Archy…

And now we’re super excited about our new 808 John John Florence Traction Pad. We’re sure that, both the black and white (with inner red), and the multi-color John Johns are gonna sell like hotcakes. And what great timing to get them in stock as the Winter Season kicks in?! The pads are multi-grid with a 45° to vert kicktail, built-in arch, and overall lighter weight.

(808 John John Florence Astrodeck Pads)

We’re also proud to announce the arrival of the new 984 Makua Rothman Astrodeck Pad. This traction is in a solid black color with orange highlights, and also has the 45° kicktail with built-in arch, The pad is lighter in weight, and you’ll feel that on your board while you’re surfing. (By the way, have you seen Makua surf? Do you know what he’s capable of at places like Jaws? He’s so plugged in - it makes us shiver!)

(984 Makua Rothman Astrodeck Pad)

So after you’re finished reading our kick-ass and informative blog, mosey on over to Astrodeck’s online store and order yourself some killer ‘deck - maximum foot grip from the original traction company! You won’t get better traction anywhere else. That’s a given.

In Part 2 of The D-Side with Makua Rothman, Oahu’s native son talks about tow in partners and bandmates, the chick conflict, how times have changed since he won the Billabong XXL back in 2002, and his opinion on women surfers. Haha, pretty good stuff. Check back for Part 3 soon.

Oh, and in case you’re wondering, the music you hear throughout the interview is Makua’s. Kid’s got some mean talent!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vL4R0y3W0nQ&feature=youtu.be

The D-Side with Makua Rothman: Part II