Skateboarding icon Jamie Thomas disclosed that a significant misalignment in ownership drove his decision to leave Circa.
As a respected figure in the skateboarding world known for his enormous handrail skating and influential contributions, he had been associated with Circa for a considerable period.
However, Thomas' departure highlighted a hidden aspect of the company's ownership structure.
It appeared that Circa was owned by a rollerblading company, which had been undisclosed to Thomas and the public.
The revelation struck a chord with Thomas, who has advocated for preserving the authenticity and roots of skateboarding.
In an interview with the Nine Club Podcast, Thomas candidly discussed his decision, stating that he couldn't wrap his head around that roller bladders owned the company he rode for.
When he learned about the rollerblade company ownership, he realized that the core values of Circa were no longer aligned with his beliefs and the essence of skateboarding as he knew it.