#317 - Chico Brenes | The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

This podcast episode dives into the life and experiences of professional skateboarder Chico Brenes. From his humble beginnings in Nicaragua to his rise in the skateboarding industry, Chico shares stories of resilience, camaraderie, and the evolution of the sport. The episode also explores the creation of iconic skateboarding spots like EMB and the impact of brands like LRG and Chocolate Skateboards. Chico's journey showcases the passion, dedication, and challenges that come with pursuing a career in skateboarding.

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#317 - Chico Brenes

The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

Chico Brenes: From Little Cheeks Crossing the Border to Skateboarding Legend

Chico Brenes' Mother's Incredible Journey: Surviving Gunshot Wounds and Revolution

The Perilous Journey Across the Border and the Birth of a Skateboarding Legend

Angelo and Chico: The Early Days of Skateboarding and EMB

Chico's Origin Story: From Basketball to EMB's Arena

The Rise of EMB: How a Plaza Transformed Skateboarding

Schnurball: The Crazy, Talented Skater Who Never Got His Due

Chico Brenes' First Pro Board: A Nostalgic Look Back

The Rise and Fall of the Black Bag Boards: Legends and Skateboard History

Chico's Missed Opportunity: The Birth of Girl and Chocolate

A Life-Saving Surgery: From Appendix to Fart

The Journey of Rediscovering Skateboarding Through Shaped Boards

The Evolution of Skateboarding: From Black Grip Tape to Experimental Boards

Chocolate Checks: A Tale of Late Payments and Unfulfilled Promises

Chico Stix: A Leap of Faith and the Birth of a New Legacy

Chico Stix: The Origin and Reconciliation

Chico Stix and Kelly Hart: Communication and Skateboarding Transitions

Chris Cole's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Building a Skate Scene and a Legacy

Chico Brenes's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Challenges and Successes

LRG: From Zero to 100, a Skateboarding Legacy

LRG's Unforgettable Tour Antics and the Importance of Embracing the Moment

A Trip to Remember: Stevie's Debut, Injuries, and the Healing Power of Cycling

Chico Brenes' Collaboration with Factor Bikes: A Dream Come True

The Hoffman 80-Mile Race: A Test of Endurance and Determination

The Cadence Collaboration: A Skateboarder's Journey into Bike Design

Chico Brenes: The Protector of the Group

Chris Roberts' Journey to Nicaragua: From Love Child to Chocolate

#317 - Chico Brenes

The Nine Club With Chris Roberts

00:00Chico Brenes: From Little Cheeks Crossing the Border to Skateboarding Legend

Chico Brenes: From Little Cheeks Crossing the Border to Skateboarding Legend

06:01Chico Brenes' Mother's Incredible Journey: Surviving Gunshot Wounds and Revolution

Chico Brenes' Mother's Incredible Journey: Surviving Gunshot Wounds and Revolution

15:06The Perilous Journey Across the Border and the Birth of a Skateboarding Legend

The Perilous Journey Across the Border and the Birth of a Skateboarding Legend

24:45Angelo and Chico: The Early Days of Skateboarding and EMB

Angelo and Chico: The Early Days of Skateboarding and EMB

32:51Chico's Origin Story: From Basketball to EMB's Arena

Chico's Origin Story: From Basketball to EMB's Arena

39:47The Rise of EMB: How a Plaza Transformed Skateboarding

The Rise of EMB: How a Plaza Transformed Skateboarding

46:35Schnurball: The Crazy, Talented Skater Who Never Got His Due

Schnurball: The Crazy, Talented Skater Who Never Got His Due

51:43Chico Brenes' First Pro Board: A Nostalgic Look Back

Chico Brenes' First Pro Board: A Nostalgic Look Back

56:51The Rise and Fall of the Black Bag Boards: Legends and Skateboard History

The Rise and Fall of the Black Bag Boards: Legends and Skateboard History

1:03:29Chico's Missed Opportunity: The Birth of Girl and Chocolate

Chico's Missed Opportunity: The Birth of Girl and Chocolate

1:09:54A Life-Saving Surgery: From Appendix to Fart

A Life-Saving Surgery: From Appendix to Fart

1:15:02The Journey of Rediscovering Skateboarding Through Shaped Boards

The Journey of Rediscovering Skateboarding Through Shaped Boards

1:24:43The Evolution of Skateboarding: From Black Grip Tape to Experimental Boards

The Evolution of Skateboarding: From Black Grip Tape to Experimental Boards

1:32:12Chocolate Checks: A Tale of Late Payments and Unfulfilled Promises

Chocolate Checks: A Tale of Late Payments and Unfulfilled Promises

1:40:53Chico Stix: A Leap of Faith and the Birth of a New Legacy

Chico Stix: A Leap of Faith and the Birth of a New Legacy

1:48:35Chico Stix: The Origin and Reconciliation

Chico Stix: The Origin and Reconciliation

1:55:53Chico Stix and Kelly Hart: Communication and Skateboarding Transitions

Chico Stix and Kelly Hart: Communication and Skateboarding Transitions

2:02:20Chris Cole's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Building a Skate Scene and a Legacy

Chris Cole's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Building a Skate Scene and a Legacy

2:10:14Chico Brenes's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Challenges and Successes

Chico Brenes's Skateboarding Journey in Nicaragua: Challenges and Successes

2:15:26LRG: From Zero to 100, a Skateboarding Legacy

LRG: From Zero to 100, a Skateboarding Legacy

2:21:49LRG's Unforgettable Tour Antics and the Importance of Embracing the Moment

LRG's Unforgettable Tour Antics and the Importance of Embracing the Moment

2:27:32A Trip to Remember: Stevie's Debut, Injuries, and the Healing Power of Cycling

A Trip to Remember: Stevie's Debut, Injuries, and the Healing Power of Cycling

2:34:31Chico Brenes' Collaboration with Factor Bikes: A Dream Come True

Chico Brenes' Collaboration with Factor Bikes: A Dream Come True

2:39:54The Hoffman 80-Mile Race: A Test of Endurance and Determination

The Hoffman 80-Mile Race: A Test of Endurance and Determination

2:46:05The Cadence Collaboration: A Skateboarder's Journey into Bike Design

The Cadence Collaboration: A Skateboarder's Journey into Bike Design

2:51:41Chico Brenes: The Protector of the Group

Chico Brenes: The Protector of the Group

2:57:11Chris Roberts' Journey to Nicaragua: From Love Child to Chocolate

Chris Roberts' Journey to Nicaragua: From Love Child to Chocolate