Career
Cole gained attention following the completion of a number of difficult tricks: A 360 flip down the staircase at Wallenberg High School in San Francisco, California, United States (US); a backside 360 kickflip down the Carlsbad gap in Carlsbad, California, US; and a backside 360 down the "Love Park" fountain in Philadelphia, US. Formerly on the G-Spot Skate and Snow team, he is now co-owner of Reign Skate Shop.
His past sponsors were World Industries, Enjoi, Circa Shoes, eS Footwear, and Fallen Footwear.
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