Professional skateboarders starting their own companies has become a common part of the skateboarding industry.
Some manage to build a lasting business, while others eventually decide to step away and find a new home with an established company.
As we previously reported, professional skateboarder Evan Smith has officially closed his own skateboard brand, Umaverse, formerly known as UMA Landsled.
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After spending nearly two years as a free agent, Smith has finally landed a new home with Jamie "The Chief" Thomas and Zero Skateboards.
The announcement gives core heads a look at what's next for the Pennsylvania born skateboarder, who has spent years building his reputation through his creative street skating.
The news came shortly after Zero released its latest video, After Forever, featuring some of the team's riders.
Along with the video release came the announcement that Smith is now officially part of the Zero squad.
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Zero shared a few clips from the new video on social media, giving skaters a preview of Smith's skating while confirming that his full part and first board release are on the way.
Zero Skateboards posted:
"@starheadbody is on ZERO!!
Here are a few clips from our new video ‘After Forever’ now playing on the @thrashermag site. Full Evan part & board release coming soon! 💀"
It's great to see Smith back with a skateboard company, especially one with the history and reputation of Zero.
Now we're looking forward to seeing what kind of graphics he comes up with and, of course, getting our first look at his full part in After Forever.