#338 - Geoff Rowley | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

In this podcast episode, Geoff Rowley shares his journey in professional skateboarding, highlighting his choice to leave Freedom for Toy Machine, where he finds creative freedom and a supportive team. He discusses the crucial balance between skateboarding and personal life, openly addressing the physical and mental challenges that come with injuries. Rowley stresses the need for better community support and reflects on the evolving styles in skateboarding. He also delves into his successful collaboration with Vans, discusses his conservation work through hunting, and shares his thoughts on skateboarding's growth amid the Olympics and social media. This engaging conversation showcases Rowley's deep commitment to the sport and his vision for its future.

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#338 - Geoff Rowley

The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

Merch Drop & Guest Introduction

Geoff Rowley's Departure from Freedom and the Genesis of Toy Machine

The Importance of Team Dynamics and Creative Control in Skateboarding

Skateboarding's Physical and Mental Toll: Injuries and CTE

Balancing Skateboarding, Family, and Other Passions

Geoff's Recent Head Injury and the Long-Term Effects of Concussions

The Evolution of Skateboarding Style and the Modern Rail Scene

Geoff Rowley's Skateboarding Hall of Fame Induction and 25 Years with Vans

Paul Van Doren's Wisdom and the Enduring Legacy of Vans

Geoff Rowley's Hunting and Conservation Efforts

Conservation Hunting and its Impact on Wildlife Management

The Physical Demands of Hunting, Filming a Skate Part, and the Future

The Olympics, Skateboarding's Current State, and Geoff's Perspective

Geoff Rowley's Skater of the Year Award, Collaborations, and Dan Sturt Anecdotes

#338 - Geoff Rowley

The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

00:01Merch Drop & Guest Introduction

Merch Drop & Guest Introduction

03:03Geoff Rowley's Departure from Freedom and the Genesis of Toy Machine

Geoff Rowley's Departure from Freedom and the Genesis of Toy Machine

07:36The Importance of Team Dynamics and Creative Control in Skateboarding

The Importance of Team Dynamics and Creative Control in Skateboarding

12:20Skateboarding's Physical and Mental Toll: Injuries and CTE

Skateboarding's Physical and Mental Toll: Injuries and CTE

19:51Balancing Skateboarding, Family, and Other Passions

Balancing Skateboarding, Family, and Other Passions

24:00Geoff's Recent Head Injury and the Long-Term Effects of Concussions

Geoff's Recent Head Injury and the Long-Term Effects of Concussions

29:53The Evolution of Skateboarding Style and the Modern Rail Scene

The Evolution of Skateboarding Style and the Modern Rail Scene

35:04Geoff Rowley's Skateboarding Hall of Fame Induction and 25 Years with Vans

Geoff Rowley's Skateboarding Hall of Fame Induction and 25 Years with Vans

40:44Paul Van Doren's Wisdom and the Enduring Legacy of Vans

Paul Van Doren's Wisdom and the Enduring Legacy of Vans

46:02Geoff Rowley's Hunting and Conservation Efforts

Geoff Rowley's Hunting and Conservation Efforts

56:01Conservation Hunting and its Impact on Wildlife Management

Conservation Hunting and its Impact on Wildlife Management

1:13:00The Physical Demands of Hunting, Filming a Skate Part, and the Future

The Physical Demands of Hunting, Filming a Skate Part, and the Future

1:22:51The Olympics, Skateboarding's Current State, and Geoff's Perspective

The Olympics, Skateboarding's Current State, and Geoff's Perspective

1:31:57Geoff Rowley's Skater of the Year Award, Collaborations, and Dan Sturt Anecdotes

Geoff Rowley's Skater of the Year Award, Collaborations, and Dan Sturt Anecdotes