Chris Joslin

Chris Joslin: BEING | X Games Minneapolis 2019

To avoid the encroaching gang life surrounding Hawaiian Gardens, California, Chris Joslin’s grandmother introduced the young skater to El Dorado, the nearby skatepark in Long Beach. There, even at a young age, Joslin avoided the transitions, preferring to jump over entire pyramids straight to flat.

This tendency sparked something in the young skater, and by his teenage years, Chris Joslin was traveling throughout Southern California in search of huge stair sets and setups to jump down. Eventually, word spread of Joslin’s exploits, and he was invited to join the esteemed Plan B Skateboards team and film for their 2014 video “True.”

His part shocked the world of skateboarding, and from there, things went from zero to one hundred pretty fast for Joslin. More video parts followed, more sponsorships followed, and he turned pro a short time later. But along the way, Chris Joslin had to check himself.

“We both knew we were drinking too much,” says teammate Ryan Sheckler. Luckily, Joslin recognized his issue and and corrected his path.

Now a committed family man, Chris Joslin hasn’t lost his focus or ability to progress. This is Being Chris Joslin.

Chris Joslin competes in Men’s Skateboard Street at X Games Minneapolis 2019, 3:45 p.m. CT on Sat., August 2.

Bones Wheels' "Sacred Geometry" Video

Bones rounded up the whole squad for a hard-hitting montage then cranked it up with a Ryan Reyes part. Big props on that half Cab into the slant. Four wheels down!

Real Street 2019: FULL SHOW | World of X Games

Watch the full ABC "World of X Games: Real Street 2019" show, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the all-video street skateboarding contest, featuring Robbie Brockel, Jamie Foy, Chris Joslin, Taylor Kirby, Corey Glick, Mason Silva, Dashawn Jordan, Trevor McClung and Chase Webb.

Real Street 2019: Chris Joslin | World of X Games

Watch Chris Joslin and filmer/editor Mike Manzoori’s entry into Real Street 2019, the all-video street skateboarding contest brought to you by ESPN's World of X Games and Nexcare. Vote for your favorite video at XGames.com/RealStreet, then tune in to ABC on May 4 to find out who won X Games gold.

Real Street 2019: Meet the Judges | World of X Games

There are two parts to every Real Series contest: the fan-awarded prize and the judge-awarded X Games medals. Just who are these people deciding who will win Real Street gold? Meet this year's panel of judges: Chad Muska, Chris Cole and Aaron Meza.

Real Street 2019: Teaser | World of X Games

X Games Real Street, the all-video street skateboarding competition brought to you by Nexcare, starts April 24. Featuring brand-new video parts from: Robbie Brockel, Jamie Foy, Chris Joslin, Taylor Kirby, Corey Glick, Mason Silva, Dashawn Jordan, Trevor McClung and Chase Webb.

Tampa Pro 2019: Independent Best Trick – Jamie Foy, Chris Joslin, Aurelien Giraud – SPoT Life

“That guy did a hardflip 180 across the whole pyramid, it was like 40 feet in the air.”

Video: Christian Hunsberger

The Joslin: Built By Chris Joslin | New Colorways Available

The Joslin Pro features a hidden toecap below the vamp for durability and an STI Evolution Foam midsole for impact. This shoe is also stacked full of stealth technology.

Down to every tiny detail, the Joslin Pro is everything he wanted in his first pro skate shoe, a clean-cut style that’s affordable, tough, and long lasting. The Joslin Pro is now also available in Burgundy & Black/Brown.

Chris Joslin Vs. TJ Rogers - Unsanctioned Event

Chris Joslin faces off against TJ Rogers in a match outside the rigid structure of BATB. After all, the 2018 Populist didn't get where he is by following sanctions.

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