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Sheckler's career took shape during the summer of [[1995]], when Sheckler's dad built him and his friends a new quarter pipe along with a few other additions making it a small [[skate park]]. A few years later, he joined the CASL (California Amateur Skateboarding League). |
Sheckler's career took shape during the summer of [[1995]], when Sheckler's dad built him and his friends a new quarter pipe along with a few other additions making it a small [[skate park]]. A few years later, he joined the CASL (California Amateur Skateboarding League). He turned pro for World Industries at the age of 13 after winning the X games. He then was sponsored by Almost until internal complications led to him leaving the team for Plan B skateboards. |
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He has won numerous competitions and produced video parts for Digital, Almost, Oakley and Plan B. He is best know for his skatepark skills as well as his ability to handle extremely large gaps and drops. He has stated that his favorite trick that he can do is the frontside feeble grind. |
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Dislocated his elbow one month before x-games 14 didnt even put this pro skater to bed, he stood up and won the event |
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Ryan Sheckler | |
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| Born | Ryan Allen Sheckler December 30, 1989 |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Shecky |
| Education | Homeschool |
| Occupation | Professional Skateboarder |
| Known for | Skateboarding |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Website | RyanSheckler.com |
Ryan Allen Sheckler (born December 30, 1989) is an American professional skateboarder as well as star and namesake of the MTV reality show, Life of Ryan. [1] He was also featured on MTV`s show "Cribs" when he was 14.
Biography
Ryan Sheckler was born in San Clemente, California, USA. He has two brothers Shane and Kane. He became pro at 13 years old.
Career
Sheckler's career took shape during the summer of 1995, when Sheckler's dad built him and his friends a new quarter pipe along with a few other additions making it a small skate park. A few years later, he joined the CASL (California Amateur Skateboarding League). He turned pro for World Industries at the age of 13 after winning the X games. He then was sponsored by Almost until internal complications led to him leaving the team for Plan B skateboards. He has won numerous competitions and produced video parts for Digital, Almost, Oakley and Plan B. He is best know for his skatepark skills as well as his ability to handle extremely large gaps and drops. He has stated that his favorite trick that he can do is the frontside feeble grind.
Sponsors
Plan B Skateboards, Volcom Clothing, Etnies Footwear, Nixon, RedBull
Contest history
- 2003
- Gravity Games, first place (street discipline)
- Slam City Jam, first place (street discipline)
- United States Skateboarding Championships, third place (street discipline)
- [[Vans Trlace (park discipline)
- Globe World Cup,Melbourne event; first place (street discipline)
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| F i l m | |||
| 2002 | MVP 2: Most Vertical Primate | Neil Nellis | |
| 2003 | Grind | Kid at skatepark | |
| 2005 | Dishdogz | Himself | |
| T e l e v i s i o n | |||
| 2005 | MTV Cribs | Himself | |
| 2007 | Life of Ryan | Himself | |
| 2008 | Teen Choice Awards | Himself | Award winner - Best MySpace page |
References
- ^ "MTV's "Life of Ryan"". "Show Summary". Retrieved September 3.
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