Vallely's World Industries Barnyard deck is credited for the evolution
of the skateboard shape to the current popsicle-shaped deck ubiquitous
today in street skating.
He was first featured on the cover of Thrasher Magazine performing a
Sad Ho- Ho Plant. Lance Mountain recognized Vallely's talent and, upon
his recommendation, he was sponsored by Powell Peralta.
Spent a brief period of time working as a professional wrestler with
the International Wrestling Coalition.
Has two daughters, Emily and Lucy.
Mike is also the lead vocalist of the rock band Revolution
Mother.