Sticky Bumps, a division of Wax Research Inc., is proud to announce the signing of France's Matthieu Thibaud to their World Skim Team. He joins Sticky Bumps World Team Riders Dave Rastovich, Alana Blanchard, Dylan Goodale, Bethany Hamilton, Coco Nogales, Malia Manuel, Leila Hurst, Christian Wach as well as Stand Up Paddlers Chuck Patterson, Brian Haag and Darian Boyle.
"I am really happy and honored to join the Sticky Bumps Team." said Matthieu. " I remember when I was a kid watching my older brother and his friends skimboarding. One day in our local surf shop (in France) where they had several wax brands, my brother picked a Sticky Bumps bar and said: "this one is the best!" It was true and that makes me even more stoked today to have the opportunity to represent this company as well as I can. "
Originally from France, Matthieu started skimming when he was age 9. His travels have taken him Spain, Portugal, Mexico, US East Coast, Northern and southern California where he has been living the past 3 years. His current sponsors are Sticky Bumps, Victoria Skimboards, Extreme Outdoor Supply (EOS), Freak Traction, DC Shoes, Nixon Watches and Snuggbuds Headsets.
"It's very inspiring to see an athlete like Matthieu and his passion not only for the sport but for giving back to those in need," reflected John Dahl. "He's not only a great skimboarder but also an incredible human being who exemplifies the kind of connection Wax Research and Sticky Bumps desires to have with their athlete. I'm stoked to have him join our family."
Matthieu Thibaud is a contributor to the Heart of Sailing Foundation. The Heart of Sailing Foundation introduces sailing for free to children and adults with development disabilities, such as Autism and Down Syndrome, as a form of education and recreational therapy.
About Wax Research
Wax Research is recognized by the international surfing community as one of the original surf accessory companies. It was founded in 1972 by John Dahl with the purpose of manufacturing surf and ski waxes and accessories. Wax Research brands include Sticky Bumps, Ransom and WEND, and are sold by distributors worldwide. Its headquarters are located in Carlsbad, California, USA. www.stickybumps.com
Photo: Remy Dugoua
