Tom’s long time friend and surfing buddy, Terry English, led a Paddle Out Ceremony which was held at one of Tom’s favorite surf breaks, Hammond’s Beach in Montecito, CA. Approximately 300 friends and family members gathered on Sunday afternoon to honor Tom in a spiritual ceremony on the beach and out on the ocean, a …

September 12, 2012, as we all now know, was a heavy day. Tom Sims passed away at far too young of an age. It was an immense loss to snowboarding and skateboarding and to all who knew him. Lucky for us, Tom left behind a legacy and his accomplishments speak for themselves. A true pioneer, …