Our good friend Andy Regan the distributor of Slingshot and Mystic has been ill for a few weeks. Originally thought to be a pinched nerve, but after having an MRI they found a tumour on his spine.
Andy has been hospitalized and is under heavy medication for the pain, and not up to communication with anyone at this stage.
Andy has built a great team around him, and in regards to Slingshot and Board Crazy it is business as usual and everything is still on track for the upcoming season.
His family has expressed appreciation for the support so far, and the respect for their privacy at this time.
We all look forward to seeing Andy back soon.
Another kiteboarder who had a recent brush with cancer, Bruce E, called last night and suggested it would be good to allow all those wanting to pass on their good wishes and support for Andy via this forum.
That way we can let him know how much support he has from the kiteboarding network.
Please post your letters of support for Andy on here.
Andy, you've helped and motivated so many people, including me, looking forward to seeing you up and about again. Get well soon, my thoughts are with you! .. Lozza
For sure! It was very upsetting to hear the news of your condition Andrew. It's obvious whenever I enter the shop that you're a very busy man with the business, and yet you always make the time to keep me up-to-date with all the news & technical stuff going on with Slingshot & I'm sure you're so generous with your time with others also. It's an exciting role you play, so involved with such a great sport. Dealing with (generally) happy people, thrilled with this marvelous gear. But sadly, in catering for everyone elses joy, you seem to be the one that misses out, with so much time devoted to the business. I want to see that change. I sincerely wish you a full & speedy recovery, & please, when you are well, I want to see you out there with me, carving it up! Keep your spirits up Andrew.
Regards
Col
PS A related topic. Hang on to every word of advice that Kitegirl has to offer. She is THE champion. www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/General/Tough-decision-back-injury/
Best wishes & all the best for a fast recovery PAPA!!
You will be kiting again in no time i'm sure 
Our thoughts are with you.
XXXXX angie & Jacko
Hey man we are all thinking of you
All the best for a speeeeeeeeedy return
With a bit of positive thinking you will be back on deck in no time at all 
Andy we love you and miss you here at work and it's amazing all the support everyone is sending to you through phone and emails and now here on Seabreeze.
Be strong and brave like you always have been and we can't wait to have you back but in the meantime know everything is running smoothly and right on track for the season ahead.
Lots of love
Your Crew @ Board Crazy
Lou, Tom, Dave & Eveline
PS we have cleaned your desk again!!
Andy, it was great to meet you at Kitestock this year, I hope to see you at another one soon.
Pat
Hi Andy,
Tried to call you a few time mate to tell you to give that tumor a beat down! Hopefully I will see you up this way soon, or if not on the way down to the Corona!
Love,
Alex.
sorry to hear that mate, i've had similar life changeing illness and agree positive attitude and support from friends and family is priceless, chin up and best wishes for speedy recovery .shannon p.s. a 2nd opinion doesn't hurt and can shed a different light on a condition
Don't stress about work Andy you have a great team there.
Hope to see you recovered and enjoying yourself soon
Scott & Em
Hey Andy,
Sorry to hear of your predicament, that sux. You're a tough bugger and I'm sure will have no problems in overcoming this set back. You have always been a great supporter of the sport and now that support is returning to you tenfold.
Our thoughts are with you. Good luck, best wishes and we look forward to seeing you on the water again soon.
Darren, Tina and the AKS team
Andy, Mate sorry to hear about you getting knocked about by this. Thinking about you and wishing you the very best for a speedy and pain-free recovery.
Appreciate all the support and great service that we get from you and the folks at BoardCrazy. Hope you are back on your feet and fighting fit again soon mate.
Best wishes,
Rob Smallwood
Uncle Andy
You have always taken the time to talk to me also always keen to show me new things you are always a person who ALWAYS PUTS OTHERS FIRST
Now it's time for you to take some time for yourself as your health is always #1get well soon and looking forward to indulging in your vast knowledge soon
Cheers mate
Tony
Wishing you a speedy recovery Andy, thanks for all the support you've given over the years
p.s. got make sure your fit come up for the pkra on the gold coast
Thanks for all the messages guys we have sent them all up to the hospital with Tom this afternoon to hopefully cheer him up a bit
Board Crazy Crew
Dear Ronald,
I'm hoping you'll recover quickly and safely. Take a breather too, you old workaholic, and definitely no more epoxy resin for a while.
Lots of love,
Bondy
hope you have a speedy recovery mate! i cant think of anyone more in oz that has supported the sport and all kiting events as much as yourself. if i dont see u before we'll catch up for a few cold ones at mambo. All the best we're thinking of you. Ry, Blanche and groms.
Andy,
You are a fantastic guy who has been dealt a rough hand with this one. Time to cash in on all the positive Karma you've been collecting throughout the years. Stay strong and hope to see you back at the beach sooner than later. Thoughts with you...Rich, Sam and fam
Hey Andy,
All the crew from KBM wish you all the very best in a very speedy recovery and a HUGE get well soon mate. Take this time to chill and relax and recover to 110%. Take it easy mate.
BEAVER.
P.S I hope someone has dropped you off some reading material!!
As said before by others- busy guy, but always has the time for a chat .
Look forward to your prompt return to the kitesurfing scene. Get better soon.
Louis du plessis
Hey Andy,
If there is anything I can do don't hesitate to call or have someone call..
#0433 433168.
All the best for your recovery and Hope to get some waves with you soon out there on the water.
Cheers
Troy
Hi Andy,
all the best wishes from the IntheLoop team. We hope you will get through this is the best way possible.
Stay positive mate!
Marvin
Hey Andy, I don't know you, but know of you, and just wanted to give ya my support in a speedy recover. All the best
Gouldy
... Hey Andy, I've been a long time customer and I'm really sorry to hear things are not going so good... things have a way or working out ... when the going gets tough, remember the good times...Darwin Kite Crew thoughts are with you!!!!.
Robbie
