I think we want to make the sport bigger and better and leave a good legacy for the next generation that comes through.

It's true. Happiness is a big thing.

As long as Im getting waves and having fun, the results tend to take care of themselves.

I guess you're only as good as the waves.

Ive been on the tour for 12 years, and the big dream has always been to get a world title.

I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when Im competing.

It's funny, 'cause you think surfing is your whole life, but then when you make a family it seems like it's not at all.

If you can lessen the chance of a bad injury by being strong, you have to do it.

As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I dont let myself get bored. I just go surfing.

The observation of others is coloured by our inability to observe ourselves impartially. We can never be impartial about anything until we can be impartial about our own organism.

People are usually afraid to say what's on their mind.

Sometimes the best moment to sing a victory song is in the middle of your battle.

And I swear that I don't have a gun.

Here's what I think the truth is: We are all addicts of fossil fuels in a state of denial, about to face cold turkey.

I think faith is the one common denominator between everything that goes on at the race track - a faith in Christ.

It's a habit of mine now, noticing labels, logos, shoes.

You can't enjoy light verse with a heavy heart.

I never did anything for free. Other than dancing in clubs. I give that away for nothing.