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“Kids at skate parks will step up and challenge me to a game of Skate, but I'm over that, I really don't care. I'm all about participating, and I'm all about being a part of this scene, but there's certain vibes I just don't get along with.”

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Mike Vallely, born on June 29, 1970, is a renowned skateboarder whose achievements and influence have made him a landmark figure in the skateboarding world. more

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