Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ryan Sheckler

Discover the career path of Ryan Sheckler, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Ryan Sheckler is an American professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, and television personality. He gained prominence through his skateboarding career and further recognition as the star of the MTV reality series *Life of Ryan* (2007-2009) and *Sheckler Sessions* on Red Bull TV. He was recognized as one of the "15 Most Influential Skateboarders of All-Time" by Fox Weekly.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1998: Relationship with Etnies Ended

In 1998, Ryan Sheckler's official relationship with Etnies skate shoe company ended.

1999: Featured on Big Brother Magazine Cover

In 1999, Ryan Sheckler was featured on the cover of Big Brother magazine's controversial "Kids Issue", which he was not allowed to read due to its graphic content.

2003: Joins Almost Skateboard Company

In 2003, Ryan Sheckler joined the skateboard company Almost, founded by Rodney Mullen and Daewon Song, and was promoted to professional status.

August 2007: Life of Ryan Series Premiered

In August 2007, Ryan Sheckler's MTV reality series, "Life of Ryan," premiered. The show featured Sheckler's brothers and friends.

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2007: Life of Ryan Series Premiere

In 2007, Ryan Sheckler starred in the MTV-produced reality television series "Life of Ryan".

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April 2008: Cleared 55 feet gap on Mega Ramp

In April 2008, Ryan Sheckler successfully cleared a 55 feet gap on Bob Burnquist's Mega Ramp.

2008: Sheckler Foundation Created

In 2008, the Sheckler Foundation was created to assist children and injured athletes.

May 2009: Launched "RS" Clothing Line

In May 2009, Ryan Sheckler launched the "RS" clothing line.

2009: Life of Ryan Series Concluded

In 2009, "The Life of Ryan" series concluded after three seasons, a decision made by Ryan Sheckler himself.

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January 2012: Almost's history explained by Chris Haslam

In January 2012, Almost team member Chris Haslam explained the history of Almost, mentioning that Greg Lutzka and Ryan Sheckler were foundational members of the team.

June 2012: Sheckler Sessions Launched

In June 2012, the Red Bull online series "Sheckler Sessions" was launched, with the first episode featuring the Plan B team at the Zumiez "Couch Tour" event.

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2012: Won Dew Tour Streetstyle

In 2012, Ryan Sheckler won the Dew Tour Streetstyle event, which was a new downhill concept added to the tour, spanning across four blocks above San Francisco's Bay Bridge.

2012: Fifth Annual Ryan Sheckler X Games Celebrity Golf Tournament

In 2012, the fifth annual "Ryan Sheckler X Games Celebrity Golf Tournament," which is a major charity event for the Sheckler Foundation, took place.

January 2013: Plan B Video Production Underway

In January 2013, Danny Way confirmed that the production process for Plan B's first full-length video was underway.

February 2013: Appeared in Plan B Video Teaser

In February 2013, Ryan Sheckler appeared in the second teaser for Plan B's inaugural full-length video.

May 2013: Commemorated 15th Year with Etnies

In May 2013, a promotional video was released commemorating Ryan Sheckler's 15th year with the Etnies brand, where he explained receiving his first free skate shoes from them.

May 2013: 4th Annual Skate For A Cause

In May 2013, the fourth annual "Skate For A Cause" event, one of the Sheckler Foundation's major charity events, took place.

November 12, 2013: Inaugural SkateBOARD Members Introduced

On November 12, 2013, a press release introduced the Sheckler Foundation's inaugural "SkateBOARD" members.

November 2013: RS Clothing Line Discontinued

As of November 2013, the "RS" clothing line, launched by Ryan Sheckler in 2009, was no longer featured on his personal website, and an official website did not exist.

November 2013: Sheckler Sessions Concluded

In November 2013, the final episode of the second season of the "Sheckler Sessions" online series aired, signaling the conclusion of the entire show. The episode was titled "Southern Comfort" and filmed in North Carolina.

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2013: Won Second Dew Tour Streetstyle

In 2013, Ryan Sheckler won the Dew Tour Streetstyle event for the second time. The event returned to San Francisco.

January 2014: Rejoined Volcom Team

In January 2014, the Volcom clothing and apparel company announced that Ryan Sheckler rejoined the brand's team of sponsored skateboarders.

January 21, 2014: Signed Volcom Contract

On January 21, 2014, Ryan Sheckler signed the Volcom contract, officially rejoining their team.

July 2014: Plan B Full-Length Video Announced

In July 2014, the first official trailer for the Plan B full-length video was published, announcing the video's title: "True."

August 2014: Won Third Consecutive Dew Tour Streetstyle

In August 2014, Ryan Sheckler won the Dew Tour Streetstyle contest for the third consecutive time, held in Portland, Oregon.

January 10, 2022: Departure from Plan B Announced

On January 10, 2022, Ryan Sheckler announced his departure from Plan B after 16 years of sponsorship.

February 2022: Current Sponsors Listed

As of February 2022, Ryan Sheckler's sponsors include Red Bull, Etnies, Oakley, Ethika, Grizzly, Independent Truck Company, Art of Sport, Woodward Skate Camp, and Melin.