If you've been following skateboarding for a while, there's a good chance you've watched Austyn Gillette's career develop through several different eras.
From his early days riding for Habitat to launching his own clothing company and developing signature footwear, Austyn has built a career that has stayed true to his style both on and off the board.
In a new episode of The Nine Club Podcast, Austyn sits down with Chris Roberts and the crew for a lengthy conversation covering the different chapters of his life and career.
The discussion starts with Austyn's upbringing in La Habra, California, where he first got into skateboarding and developed the approach that would eventually make him one of the most respected skaters of his generation.
He talks about getting connected with Habitat Skateboards and what it was like becoming part of a team that played a huge role in shaping his early career.
The interview also dives into his time with HUF Footwear, offering insight into how that opportunity came together and what it meant for him at that stage of his career.
Austyn shares stories about launching Former, the clothing brand he helped create, and explains the ideas behind building something that represented his interests beyond skateboarding.
The episode continues with discussion about joining Globe Footwear, relocating to New York, and the process of designing his newest pro model shoe.
Austyn provides plenty of detail about what goes into creating a shoe from the ground up and the considerations involved in developing something he would be proud to wear every day.
As expected from a Nine Club interview, there are plenty of stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and personal experiences mixed throughout the conversation.
Watch the full interview below.