June's Soldier Spotlight: Austin Vicente
Austin Vicente
SPORT: Surf
LOCATION: Haleiwa, HI
CHECK OUT HIS PROFILE
Why do you surf?
I surf because it’s the most fun thing to do in the world and you just can forget about all your problems and it’s healthy for you.
Why live in Hawaii?
There are some of the best waves in the world and its warm water and sick barrels
Why Monster Energy drinks as a sponsor?
Because monsters taste’s good and gets you amped. Plus sick clothing
Why girls?
Ha-ha, because there sexy
Why travel to surf insane waves and perfect rights?
Because surfing good waves is very fun and you get to meet new people and learn about a new culture
Why crush the lip so much?
Because it’s a good surfing move
Why airs?
You feel like you can fly and it feels very good to land one
Why use wax?
So you don't slip off your board
Why use a pad on the tail?
More grip to do tail throws and land moves easier
Why have three fins?
For more stability while you’re surfing
Why win contests?
You feel very good and you need to win contests to become a pro surfer
Why get sponsored?
It helps me to travel and compete in contests and get clothing
Why surf with buddies?
You can push each other to do better than the other person and you have someone to talk to in the water
Why have fears?
No fears, Ha-ha
Why listen to music?
Gets me amped and sounds good
Why eat?
If I don't eat I will die
Why text?
I don't text
Why sleep?
To get rejuvenated for the next day
Why have goals?
So I have something to look forward to accomplishing
Why Bother?
So I don't end up working at McDonalds and its fun.