Wednesday, August 20, 2014

heavy duty.....

 received this email the other day. these guys are local, and it made it hit a little harder. oddly i had 3 dying for our dreams shirts folded and put away, i guess now i know why. they came by the house the other day to pick them up, it was very emotional and you could see the loss in their eyes. thankful to be able to be a brief distraction in all the pain of sudden death and the loss of loved ones. hope the road smooths out a bit. Kai Rip man.



Hey Max,
My name is Kjell Phillips i grew up in Concord with my older brothers Brenn and Kai. Im 20 Brenn 22 Kai 29 and I really dont know how to put this into words but last Thursday night Kai was killed in a Motorcycle accident on the border of Concord and Walnut Creek.  I know this has nothing to do with you, but the thing is Brenn has been skating since 6th grade when he found your work and followed you ever since, when Brenn showed Kai your 4Q shirts Kai fell in love with you instantly as well.  Kai always wanted to get one especially considering how much he loved and lived by your quote "Dying for the Dream" but could never get ahold of one.  Im not asking for a free shirt or anything we will pay, but to have it would be the best thing in the world for Kai even now. and my Brother and I and the Love of his life Renee really want it for him.  Kai has been riding dirtbikes since he was a teen and bought his first Sportser in 2009. He passed away on his favorite Bike his FXDX, but what im trying to say is that riding was his life and going fast and living free was him. Which is also one of the reasons why he loved you so much. This is why this is so important to me and my family and why im contacting you. I understand your busy and im asking a lot but I had to ask. The links below are just to show Im not bullshitting you and this is more than serious, but if you truly cant help I understand.

5 comments:

Ryan said...

I've been following the blog for a number of years now. I'm not one to comment on posts but this one really hit me. You're one of the good ones, Max. Thank you for being an inspiring and good human being.

BUZZARDSALINAS said...

Much respect Max...

max schaaf said...

thanks guys, lets live.

Moto Messiah said...

Ride on Kai ..

two_pan_dan said...

This one was strong. You're a high quality human indeed. Glad to call you friend.