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We Wanna Know: Ryan Sheckler

Nov 29 2006 / Los Angeles, CA

Ryan Sheckler is easily one of the most popular skateboarders of the moment. Not only is he young (16 years old) and talented, he is also a fan favorite.  Lat34 goes inside the mind of skate phenomenon Ryan Sheckler to find out what makes him tick.

 

Lat34: What is on your iPod play list right now?
RS: Lil Jon, Children of Bodom, ASG, AC/DC.

Lat34: If you didn't skate, which sport would be your next interest?
RS: Motocross.

Lat34: Reality show junky? What is programmed in your Tivo.
RS: I like the Real World. I don't consider myself a junky, though. I Tivo Fuel TV, UFC, and Motocross on SPEED.

Lat34: Do you have a girlfriend?
RS: No

Lat34: What was the highlight of your summer?
RS: Probably the. X Games and the Portland Dew Tour.

Lat34: Fill in the blank...I never leave home without my_____?
RS: Clothes!

Lat34: When did you know that Skateboarding would be your profession?
RS: Never. I just did it because I loved it!

Lat34:  Do you still get to hang out with your friends?
RS: Whenever I'm home.

Lat34: Is going to school strange for you, do you get bugged a lot with questions and “groupies”?
RS: No, because I go to a private school where it's just me and the teacher. It's not a traditional school setting.

Lat34: Any plans for retirement?
RS: Haha. Not yet.

Lat34: How long do you see yourself skating?
RS: I will skate for life! I will skate professionally as long as I am able.

Lat34: Who are your heroes?
RS: God
 
Check out more of Ryan’s latest moves on his website: Ryansheckler.com  

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