As a lifelong surfer, diver, and fisherman, Mike Golder is committed to pursuing his outdoor passions while creating unique apparel and products that embody the beauty of the oceans that surround us. Born and raised in Santa Cruz, Mike has spent his life in and around the ocean—surfing, diving, fishing, and soaking in the rugged beauty of California’s coastline.
With a background in graphic design and a full-time job as a firefighter, Mike poured his energy into building Kalletka from the ground up. He’s never been one to follow trends or cut corners. Instead, he’s focused on creating gear that feels right—comfortable, durable, and built to last.
"I want someone to put on one of our shirts and not want to take it off. None of those scratchy, awkward, shrinking, short, and wide boxed-out types of shirts. You're doing something wrong if you're not looking for that same favorite shirt in your clean laundry each time."
Mike stays true to the roots of his craft and his community, keeping Kalletka grounded in "The Humble Pursuit".
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