A man of many titles, Rick Howard is known as an entrepreneur, producer, and most importantly a skateboarder. Moving from Vancouver, British Columbia Canada, to California when he was seventeen, Rick soon gathered early sponsors with Blockhead Skateboards in …

Rick Howard is a Canadian professional skateboarder, who is a part-owner of Girl Skateboards and cofounded the Lakai Limited Footwear company with fellow professional skateboarder Mike Carroll. [1] [2]

Girl Skateboards, the inaugural brand of the company, originated in 1993 [2] after a selection of team riders from World Industries - notably Mike Carroll and Rick Howard - decided to found their own brand.

Nov 11, 2024 · Gone but never forgotten, the new powers that be can try and take the brand from its rightful owners but they'll never be able to do what Mike, Rick and everyone involved at Lakai have done over the last two-plus decades.

Sep 18, 2023 · Rick Howard Mega MixTape by Manolos Tapes covering most of Rick's career from Blockhead, Plan B, Girl, TransWorld, and more to accompany his 18 page Chrome Ball...

Rick contributed to the legend with his tech ledge work and deep bag of tricks. Cairo Foster introduces ...

Jan 15, 2025 · Rick Howard, born on August 31, 1972, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is a renowned professional skateboarder and entrepreneur. He is best known as a co-founder of Girl Skateboards and Lakai Limited Footwear, and for his significant contributions to the evolution of modern skateboarding.

Jul 31, 2024 · Rick Howard was known for his powerful lines and adaptability. His standout tricks included crooked grinds, stylish manuals, and creative combos. Rick’s skating wasn’t just about tricks; it was an art form.

Nov 28, 2015 · Rick Howard help start Girl Skateboards somewhere around 1993. According to World Industries owner, Steve Rocco, Howard stole a bunch of riders from World to start Girl. In retaliation, Steve’s brother Sal started Bitch Skateboards – which didn’t seem to last too long (but might still be big in Japan). Rick also started Lakai footwear.

Rick Howard is a Canadian professional skateboarder, who is a part-owner of Girl Skateboards and cofounded the Lakai Limited Footwear company with fellow professional skateboarder Mike Carroll...