In this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with Dan, founder and owner of The Ritual, a concrete fingerboard obstacle brand based out of Maine.

Dan is a lifelong skater whose early days skating the streets helped shape his raw, functional approach to design. He’s been fingerboarding since he was six years old, and while he may be newer to the concrete obstacle scene, his work is already standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the most established makers out there.

We talk about his journey from street skating to fingerboarding, how The Ritual’s signature style came to life, and why staying humble and authentic matters as the brand continues to grow. Dan also shares what it means to be selected as a featured vendor at Fingerboard Con this April, a huge milestone for The Ritual and proof that his hard work is paying off.

Go check out The Ritual!

https://www.instagram.com/ritualism.1/

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On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, I sit down with Adrian, founder of RYSE Fingerboards out of London, Ontario, Canada.

Adrian has only been building RYSE for a little over a year, but in that short time he’s already landed major collaborations, built an insane team, and started scaling the brand fast. A lot of that momentum comes from his background as a highly decorated amateur skateboarder, and we dig into how skateboarding laid the foundation for everything he’s doing today.

We talk about breaking into the fingerboard scene, turning passion into purpose, and some of the real-life struggles Adrian had to overcome along the way.. including how fingerboarding helped him push forward and why the name RYSE carries so much meaning for him!

This one gets personal, inspiring, and honest.

Episode drops Friday, February 13 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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https://rysefingerboards.com/

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In this episode, I sit down with someone who’s played a massive role in growing the online fingerboard community over the last few years.. Annie, better known as @Annieyanfb.mov

From her iconic YouTube unboxings to countless fingerboard edits, Annie helped shape an entire era of online fingerboarding. We talk about her sudden departure from the community a few years back, what brought her back to social media, and dive into some real conversations around misogyny and homophobia within the scene.

Annie is also the founder of FEMBALANCE.. an all-female fingerboard edit created to uplift and spotlight women in fingerboarding!

This is an honest, important, and inspiring conversation about growth, inclusion, and finding your voice in a space that doesn’t always make room for everyone.

Available February 6, 2026 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

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On this episode of The Bigspin, I sit down with Wayne, an up-and-coming fingerboard content creator out of Utah who’s been making serious noise in the scene in just a year and a half! On the bigspin we don’t only highlight the brands and creators who paved the way.. we also make space for new voices and fresh perspectives, and Wayne is a perfect example of that! He’s known for consistently putting out fingerboard content, especially unboxings, and he’s also a co-host on a new fingerboard podcast! We talk about his background, his approach to social media, and what it’s been like getting started on his own fingerboard deck brand, CASHE. This episode drops 1/30 on Apple Pods, Spotify Podcast and Youtube!

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmj675x18hopH5UvPBdpOIQ

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In this episode, I sit down with Jared, the owner of Sponsor Me Tape and Decatur Decks, both fingerboard brands he’s been running for over a decade. We dig into his early skateboarding days and how those influences shaped his approach to fingerboarding and brand building. Jared shares stories from his deep history in the fingerboard scene, the highs and lows of running a company long term, and what it really takes to keep a brand alive year after year!

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https://sponsormetapefb.com/

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On this episode of The Bigspin Podcast, we kick off 2026 with a deep dive into ABC Parks, the Michigan-based fingerboard park brand run and founded by lifelong fingerboarder and DIY builder Adrian Herrera. We talk about the early days of starting a brand, Adrian’s lifelong love for creating, and the process behind building some of the most dynamic and creative fingerboard parks in the community today. From passion to progression, this conversation is all about building with purpose!

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube on January 9, 2026 

Support ABC Parks - https://abcparks.com/password

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On this episode, I sit down with Ish, the founder of G Sheets and a true pioneer in the Fingerboard world. Known for his iconic yellow-backed grip tape with a border*, Ish has been shaping the community for nearly a decade and is currently based out of New Mexico. We dive into the history of G Sheets, the challenges and triumphs of launching a brand in a crowded niche market, and the future of his company. Ish also weighs in on current community topics like gatekeeping, shares insights on longevity in the Fingerboard scene, and drops some tips for anyone looking to make their mark.

Catch this episode on December 5 on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Support Gsheets: https://www.gsheetsfb.com/

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I sat down for a quick mini-pod with Mike Schneider to talk about one of the biggest topics in fingerboarding right now.. gatekeeping.. Is it helping the scene, or is it hurting it?

Mike’s been in the community longer than almost anyone, and with FlatFace, plus now bringing Blistered Fingerboard Wheels and Duck Decks under his wing, he’s seen every era of fingerboarding. So he was the perfect person to get some honest insight from.

This wasn’t a full episode that one’s coming early next year and we recorded this on the fly, so the video and audio aren’t at the usual Bigspin quality. Thanks for bearing with it!

I appreciate everyone who’s been supporting the podcast, and I’d love to hear your take on gatekeeping in the comments. And huge thanks to Mike for jumping on and making time for this mini-pod.

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https://www.flatfacefingerboards.com/

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In this episode, I sit down with pro fingerboarder Jet-li, the founder of the quickly rising streetwear fingerboard brand Dope Game. Even though Dope Game dropped just a couple months ago, it’s already making serious noise in the fingerboard world with it's raw DIY aesthetic and fresh approach to style.

We talk about Jet-li’s fast rise in the fingerboard TikTok live community, the inspiration behind his designs, and how his family’s deep roots in the BMX scene shaped his creativity and hustle. This one blends culture, community, and the grind it takes to build something from nothing.

Catch the full episode on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts starting November 28.

https://www.instagram.com/dopegame1/

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This episode of the Bigspin features a familiar face within the Fingerboard.. Clayton McCarthy! (aka SLUSHGOD) owner of a new brand Dial *69, and the founder of Slushcult. We talk about what it’s like building a brand from the ground up when you already have a massively established one, and trying to grow something new without leaning on past success. Clayton shares the unique challenges of starting over, evolving creatively, and letting a fresh brand find its own identity. 

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www.slushcult.com

www.dial-star69.com

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