The Common Line: A Celebration of Snowboarding Culture in Whistler
This December, Whistler played host to something truly special: the very first stop of The Common Line, a community‑driven snowboarding event that brought together riders, industry voices, and fans for a shared weekend of connection, culture, and creativity.
Created by French artist and snowboard culture advocate Lucas Beaufort, The Common Line is much more than a typical winter event — it’s a movement. Its mission is to reignite the essence of snowboarding: community, passion, shared stories, and collective experience on and off the snow.
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A Community Comes Together in Whistler
The Whistler stop took place over December 6–7 and delivered exactly what Beaufort envisioned — an authentic gathering of riders, industry icons, brands, and fans. From insightful panels and roundtable talks to unforgettable moments on the mountain, the weekend was all about connection.
Hosted at The Circle and evo in Whistler Blackcomb, the event started with an evening industry panel and talk, led by Jody Wachniak of Air Time Podcast. The lineup featured an impressive mix of voices from across snowboarding, including Mark Sollors, Mikey Cicarelli, Jess Kimura, Darrah Reid, Dano Pendygrasse, Jon Martin, Mary France Roy, Ben Belioiq, Gabe Langlois, Lucas Belfort, Chris Rasman, Caleb Chomlack, Nick Heringa — and of course, Devun Walsh.
“The first stop of the Common Line in Whistler went far beyond anything I expected,” Lucas Beaufort reflected on the event. “When I created this project, it was always about community, bringing people together no matter how deep they are into snowboarding. What I experienced was incredible: talking with the youth, the older riders, and seeing everyone show up with real passion. The energy was unreal, and everyone was genuinely excited to be part of it. This stop proved that amazing things are ahead. It truly feels like the beginning of a movement.” — Lucas Beaufort (direct quote you shared) (The Common Line)
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Electric Energy and Inspiring Voices
One of the standout moments from the panel was the speech by Devun Walsh, whose words resonated deeply with the crowd. While the exact transcript of Devun’s speech isn’t published online, his presence alongside fellow riders helped emphasize the event’s central message: that snowboarding is more than just tricks and gear — it’s about culture, connection, and bringing people together in celebration of the sport we all love.
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Seeing riders from all walks of life — from long‑time pros to passionate local snowboarders and youth participants — engage in genuine conversation created an atmosphere that was warm, inclusive, and deeply inspiring. (The Bomb Hole Podcast)
More Than Just Snowboarding
The Common Line weekend wasn’t only about talk — it was about sharing experiences together. After the panel discussion, attendees had the chance to connect, ride, and celebrate snowboarding culture face‑to‑face. It’s clear this event aimed to be by the community, for the community, breaking down barriers and championing authenticity over competition. (The Bomb Hole Podcast)
What makes The Common Line unique is its blend of industry insight, grassroots culture, and open invitation to everyone who loves snowboarding. Riders of all levels, artists, industry professionals, local shop supporters, and fans came together to share ideas, stories, and a passion for snowboarding’s roots and future. (The Common Line)
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The Beginning of Something Big
If Whistler was any indication, The Common Line is more than an event — it’s the start of something exciting. As Lucas Beaufort said, this was only the beginning of a movement that aims to stretch “from North America to Europe to Asia” — all in the spirit of inclusivity, creativity, and community. (The Common Line)
For riders like Devun Walsh and countless others who took part, the essence of the weekend wasn’t just about hitting the slopes — it was about reconnecting with the heart of snowboarding. It was about shared passion, mutual respect, and the pure joy that comes from riding together.
As a proud sponsor of The Common Line’s inaugural stop in Whistler, we at Wired Snowboards were honored to support such a meaningful event centered on community, creativity, and snowboarding culture. To celebrate the occasion, we built a custom all-white snowboard — a one-of-a-kind piece that became even more special when Lucas Beaufort and several featured artists added their own personal designs to it. The board was then auctioned off alongside other unique gear from the event, with proceeds supporting the spirit of the community. Supporting grassroots movements like this is at the heart of what we do, and we’re stoked to have contributed to such an inspiring kickoff.
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