Rick Howard Net Worth

Rick Howard’s net worth is

$45 Million

Rick Howard Wiki Biography

Rick Howard, born on August 31, 1972, is a Canadian professional skateboarder and entrepreneur. He gained recognition through his companies such as Girl Skateboard, Four Star Clothing, Royal Trucks, Chocolate Skateboard and Lakai Limited Footwear. Among his achievements, he is credited as the inventor of the trick “fakie frontside big spin heelflip”, also known as the Rick Flip or Howard Heel.

Howard’s net worth is reported to be $45 million as of mid-2017, acquired from his professional skateboarding career and the establishment and management of multiple successful companies.

Rick Howard Net Worth: $45 Million

Originally from Vancouver, British Columbia, Howard moved to California as a teenager to pursue his skateboarding career. By the age of seventeen, he was already sponsored by Blockhead Skateboards and Gullwing Trucks, and he achieved professional status during this time.

In 1991, Howard transitioned to Plan B Skateboards and shifted from Gullwing Trucks to Independent Trucks. He gained widespread recognition for his skills, particularly in the video “Virtual Reality”, where he showcased his advancement of “switch-stance” skating and introduced the now-famous trick, garnering attention and boosting his career and net worth.

In 1993, Howard departed from Plan B and co-founded Girl Skateboards with Spike Jonze, Megan Baltimore, and Mike Carroll. He also ventured into footwear with Mike Carroll, establishing Lakai Limited Footwear. This role transition followed his departure from DC Shoes, and the unique style of shoes they produced with a cup sole instead of a vulcanized one further contributed to his success. Soon, his company evolved into Crailtap Distribution Company, which also oversees Four Star Clothing, Chocolate Skateboards, and Royal Trucks. These ventures significantly bolstered his wealth over time.

In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Howard also attained acclaim for his feature film production. Notably, he produced and appeared in the 2007 film “Fully Flared”, a 90-minute documentary featuring various skateboarders. The film received accolades including the Skateboard magazine Best Video of the Year and The Transworld Skateboarding Best Video of the Year Awards.

Presently, Howard remains active in the skateboarding community, continuing to contribute to the sport. Recognized as an icon, he is also acknowledged for creating the “fakie frontside big spin heelflip” trick, widely known as the Rick Flip or the Howard Heel. His sponsorship by various companies, including Spitfire, Glassy Sunhaters, Diamond Supply Co., and his own Girl Fourstar Clothing, Independent Trucks, and Lakai Limited Footwear, has further bolstered his net worth.

Regarding his personal life, Howard maintains a private profile, and little is known about his personal affairs.

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