In memory of my friend Bob Staton

I still remember that day in 2001 so clearly. I was working with the International Network for Flatland freestyle Skateboarding (INFFS). I am sure everyone remembers INFFS, Flatline and Flatline Online. I was amazed how it progressed. I started to fax and mail out info. Then came the internet and I learned how to make web pages. And one day I receive an email with a logotype saying WFSA (World Freestyle Skateboard Association). It was from someone called Bob. I was like "Why and who is this kid trying to start an association like that?" He can't have any experience... And I knew there were freestylers out there called Bob and I thought it might be one of them, but I knew too little about them. I thought: "this is no good", so I replied and asked questions and came with ideas, trying to be very kind and thoughtful. I think the plan was that the kid had to understand that you can't just start an association like that but better help me out with the INFFS. I also emailed Dan Gesmer who helped me a lot with the INFFS. He also came with ideas and suggestions. Bob didn't have much plans for WFSA, he was merely putting an idea or having a vision. But suddenly without even knowing it, through the exchange of ideas, Bob, me and Dan had founded the WFSA... It came natural. 

Video from Cirkus Spektakulär

In Januari I was part of a show/circus at a motorbike show. I was part of an ensemble consisting of BMX, MC-stunt, freestyle motocross, parkour and a live band playing. One day rehearsal and 4 days of shows. One day we did 5 shows and it took a lot of planning from my side to make sure I would last all 5 shows.