Brian Matthew Isoa Shima (born December 22, 1981) is a former professional inline skater.[1] Considered one of the greatest in the sport, he also holds the record for the most pro skates held by any person.
He skated professionally for aggressive skating brands USD (universal skate design) & Razor Skates and was, along with Jon Elliot, a former pro skater, co-owner and team rider of Ground Control frames, NIMH Skates, 4x4 Wheels, Vicious Bearings, King Crow bearings and Shima Skate Manufacturing. Along with Jon Elliott and Jan Welch, Shima started a distribution company called Rat Tail in 2002.[2]
Shima owned his own skate brand, named Shima Skate Manufacturing, also known as SSM, which was launched after he left his former company NIMH.[3] He is also co-founder of the World Rolling Series.[4]