Professional skateboarder Alex Olson might be joining Violet Skateboards, and it’s got the skate world stoked already.
For anyone who remembers Call Me 917, the brand that Olson used to run, it’s been shut down for a while. The team kind of fizzled out, riders moved on, and no new boards have dropped in some time.
That left Olson without a home for his skateboards for a bit, but it looks like things are changing.
Violet Skateboards has been building up a solid crew as a trans inclusive skate team. Riders like Kader Sylla are already rolling with them, and the squad keeps adding new names that everyone in the scene is watching.
Now it looks like Olson is teaming up with Violet boss William Strobeck and fans are hyped to see what’s coming next.
The news got a little teaser online when Violet posted: “ALEX OLSON for VIOLET….V SOon
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It’s short, but it says a lot.
People are wondering what a full collaboration will look like, what boards Olson might ride, and how he’ll fit into a team that’s been gaining attention for being inclusive and forward-thinking.
For Olson, this could be a fresh start. Call Me 917 might have hit a pause, but joining Violet Skateboards gives him a new chance to skate, collaborate, and be part of a growing team.
And for fans, it’s exciting to see a familiar face joining a team that’s bringing together a mix of established skaters and new talent.
Skateboarding has a way of shaking things up, and moves like this show that careers can take unexpected turns. Even when brands slow down or change direction, new opportunities pop up, and fans get to see their favorite skaters in new setups.
The coming months will definitely be worth watching to see how Olson fits in with Violet Skateboards and what boards and videos might be coming our way.