Michel is a past winner of the Reef Hawaiian Pro, and he's channeling those memories as he waits for the event to start. He's loving the islands, feeling at home, even if the surf is only small. Warm water, reefs, power and the occasional barrel are his preference. We found Michel at the Nike house at Off the Wall just after a morning surf check at Baggers, and he gave us his take on what's been working for him on the North Shore.
"So, it is a 5'11" x 18 7/16" x 2 7/16" made by Firewire, my sponsor. Nev is the shaper, and it's my model. My name is on the bottom. It's a round pin, which is good for Hawaii, and this is my favorite board for now. I just use the EA Blackstix model, because I really like it. It's the kind of fin I can use in any condition. It's good for turns, barrels... everything. This is my pick for the contest in Haleiwa."
