From THEEVE Trucks to LEVEL UP; Skate Industry Pioneer | Trevor Ward | The Braille Drop Ep 4

This week, we have the privilege of delving into the remarkable journey of Trevor Ward, a true skateboarding legend and industry veteran. He sheds light on the struggle of going pro in Australia, outlining the various challenges and limited opportunities that aspiring skateboarders face in the country. Driven by his passion and dreams, he decided to take a leap of faith and try his luck in America, the skateboarding mecca. His rise to success includes a sponsorship from Nike, which would eventually become the biggest name in pro skateboarding, but at the time his association with them led to a core skate company cutting ties with him.
Beyond his skateboarding endeavors, Trevor ventured into entrepreneurship, running multimillion-dollar skate companies. He reflects on the triumphs and setbacks that come with managing such businesses within the skateboarding industry.
Throughout his career, Trevor had a keen eye for talent, and he shares the story of discovering a young prodigy, Shane O'Neill. Driven by a vision to empower the next generation of skateboarders, Trevor founded a one-of-a-kind skate academy that blends education with extensive skate lessons. This innovative approach has positively impacted young skaters, providing them with valuable life skills alongside nurturing their passion for skateboarding, BMX, and surfing.
As the conversation turns to the impact of the Olympics on skateboarding, Trevor discusses his thoughts on how skaters can unite and create a league of their own to grow the sport while ensuring equity and empowerment for themselves. This skater-driven revolution aims to shape the future of skateboarding and foster a stronger sense of community within the sport, and Trev hopes to be at the forefront of this new era of skateboarding.
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[@ZERONEVERSEVEN]

So insightful and informative. This is what we need.

[@MrWorsterLike]

I honestly think this is some of the best content braille has put out. It's easy for people to shit on Aaron, but this bts and deeper insight into the crew is so good to see and get to see insights into the industry/art form

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

This is awesome. He made it happen. That's what it is all about. I started learning tricks and slamming at 41 now 46. Sessions don't really start until the first slam is out of the way.

[@ryanrowe1975]

Can't wait

[@ronniecreager]

That was a good watch/listen. I’m riding a pair of theeves Trevor gave me

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

It took 2 days, but I finished. Solid episode. The industry talk is really interesting. So far I have listened to every episode. Keep it up and stay Rad.

[@CleanCutAudio]

Hyped for this one!!!

[@phantom9813]

This was so good i think i paused it only like 3 times total. I was that into it

[@jonnydmcairns]

Loved the look of theeve trucks when they first came out, never got a set of the full titanium but the TiAx turned so well. Get him together with Mike V and it'll be a 20 hour pod!

[@wizardsamurai]

YEA

[@NathFilms]

VERT 4 TREV

[@c_beno3416]

Any youtubers: "sorry my next video will be late..." Braille: "we post 2 videos a day" Any podcast: "how much time do we have left? Oh it's almost an hour in!" Braille: "Let's make a podcast longer than a Lord of the Ring movie directors cut." Hahaha

[@Back4Fungame]

lol at what age does this man stop to be menacing 😂

[@seancrisel5994]

When are we going to get a video on what the heck happened with Chris P??? cmon man just telll us

[@CharlieChinchillaTV]

if he wants it private you should respect that.

[@Agapelovestudio]

He got a job outside of skating and dos t wanna be bothered

[@rickyglaser]

Check my vid tomorrow 😅

[@sdhayes]

Witness protection... relocated, and given a new identity by the government. He was involved in some crazy stuff outside of Braille. (that's just a wild guess)

[@rickyglaser]

@@sdhayes more like bad decisions + shame if i had to speculate 🫠

[@justin_your_cousin9273]

This shows you how nasty and cutthroat the business world is..

[@ZayProdigy]

I just wanted to see skating🥲