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Devun Walsh Interview

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:27:10 +0000

There is no written ‘World Record’ honoring the longest running pro snowboarder, but ask anybody in the know and they will say Devun Walsh. “He’s had more legitimate videoparts than anybody else in the world.”- says everybody.

Click over and read this nice piece on him that The Snowboard Mag just dropped:

http://snowboardmag.com/stories/personalities/the-spirit-of-snowboarding-devun-walsh

Arnette sponsoring Devun Walsh Charity Classic

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:50:20 +0000

Arnette is sponsoring our snow team captain, Devun Walsh's Charity Golf Tournament.

Here's the press release:

ANNOUNCING THE DEVUN WALSH CHARITY CLASSIC to benefit the CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY

We are very excited to announce the annual KNOWSHOW Golf tournament has evolved in a major way. Presented by DC Shoes, the Devun Walsh Charity Classic to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society will take place at Vancouver's UBC Golf Club on Sunday, August 12th. Sponsored by KNOWSHOW, The Source, Skullcandy, Arnette and Go Pro, this tournament will bring together Devun's colleagues and our industry greats for a day of golf, laughs and fundraising for a special cause.

"I have come to love the game of golf over the last ten years and have always dreamed about having my own tournament. Teaming up with KNOWSHOW and with the support of all my sponsors it has become a reality. After losing my dad to cancer I have always wanted to find a way to contribute to this charity and I'm finally getting a great chance." -Devun Walsh

The $200 fee per golfer includes 18 holes of golf, a charitable donation to the CCS, a banquet supper, lunch provided by NIMBY BURGER, a shared cart, tee gift, range balls and great prizing. Go Pro will bring a Big Break style "Break the Glass" competition, and the tourney will again feature a $20,000 Hole-In-One.

Single Hole sponsors include OGIO, SBC Business and Fox Canada. There are still hole sponsorship opportunities available, if you are interested in getting involved please email perry@knowshow.ca.

This is an open tournament but space is limited. All parties interested in playing are encouraged to email golf@knowshow.ca for more information on how to register.

ARNETTE LAUNCHES UNCOMMON PROJECTS DIVISION WITH DEVUN WALSH SIGNATURE GOGGLE

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:15:00 +0000

ARNETTE LAUNCHES UNCOMMON PROJECTS DIVISION WITH DEVUN WALSH SIGNATURE GOGGLE

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA – January 17, 2012 – Arnette’s Uncommon Projects division features signature pieces that tell a unique story, commemorate a partnership or reflect the personal style one of the company’s notable athletes. The first debut from Uncommon Projects is a new version of their top-shelf Mercenary goggle, designed in conjunction with Devun Walsh, Team Captain of Arnette’s global pro snowboard team. A late release for the current snow season, each of the Uncommon Projects pieces is limited in quantity and can be found exclusively at Arnette’s most elite retailers across the globe.

Devun’s imprint in snowboarding is undisputed and he was one of the first additions to Arnette’s snowboard team when the program relaunched in 2011. Devun told the design team at Arnette that he wanted a goggle with the elite tech features of the Mercenary, but also incorporating the iconic chrome pieces from the brand’s heritage and currently featured in the Series 3. With a resounding ‘Hell yeah!’ Arnette’s design team got to work, throwing in the chrome pieces and adding a signature ‘DW’ hit, complete with a maple leaf embedded into the ‘D’, on both the strap and frame.

"I’m so amped to be on Arnette right now. They have such a rad history in snowboarding and I’m hyped to be a part of the rebirth. Being able to contribute to the Uncommon Projects division is really cool too. The goggle came out amazing and I’m stoked to rock it!" commented Walsh.

The Arnette Uncommon Projects Devun Walsh Mercenary is shipping right now to finer snowboard shops across the world. Dealers looking to carry pieces from the Uncommon Projects division for this season should call their rep ASAP or place orders during SIA. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

More information on what’s happening with Arnette can be found online through Arnette’s multiple Web presences.

www.arnette.com | www.facebook.com/arnette | www.twitter.com/arnette

About Arnette
Established in 1992 in the humble surroundings of a one-car garage in Orange County, California, Arnette shades and goggles are found on today’s most influential action sports athletes and lifestyle personalities. Each product is meticulously designed with the highest quality materials, providing lightweight wearability for unmatched comfort, fit and style.

Arnette’s distinctive collection is available at action sports and specialty eyewear retailers worldwide.

New Arnette Ads Dropping in September

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 +0000

In early September, a bunch of magazines will hit newsstands with our new ads featuring team riders Sage Kotsenburg, Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Michael Dunphy, and Adam Jones. Here's a breakdown of which ads are running where in September:

Transworld Snowboarding (Cover: October)

Snowboard Mag - Buyer's Guide (Cover: September)

Snowboard Colorado (Cover: November)

BL!SSS (Cover: September)

Transworld MX - Online (Live: September)

Win Devun's Full Kit

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Sure, it's mid-summer with blazing temps and plenty of sunshine. But winter will be here before you know it, and our friends at Snowboarder Magazine are giving you the chance to win Arnette team rider Devun Walsh's full snowboarding set-up with gear from all his sponsors.

Click here for a chance to win a new board, boots, jacket, pants and gloves from DC, headphones from Skullcandy, HD camera from GoPro, and a pair of our Fire Drill shades and all-new Mercenary goggles. The contest ends August 23rd, so be sure to enter today. Good luck!

Polar Opposites Slam Section

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +0000

Can't beat three-minutes of slams set to a classic Frank Sinatra track!

Check out the masterminds behind Polar Opposites, Iikka Backstrom and Arnette rider Devun Walsh, getting totally worked in the backcountry...and loving every minute of it (well, maybe not "loving" it, but certainly having fun!).

And take a peek at our new goggles that Devun and the rest of the Arnette snow team will be wearing this winter -- the Mercenary and Series 3.

The Legendary Devun Walsh

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0000

Ruling the scene longer than some pros have been alive, Arnette team rider Devun Walsh has rightfully earned his place as one of snowboarding's all-time heroes and a true living legend.

Matt Vanatta from ESPN Action Sports recently caught up with Devun to discuss his past, present and future in the sport. Click here to read the full interview, and be sure to also check out Devun's ongoing websiode project Polar Opposites.

Polar Opposites: Webisode #3

Thu, 26 May 2011 10:00:00 +0000

As the 2010/11 snowboarding season wraps up, Iikka Backstrom and Arnette rider Devun Walsh serve up the third installment of their ongoing series Polar Opposites. They're definitely going out with a bang as webisde #3 features some seriously awesome backcountry domination.

Give it a watch and stay tuned for more webisodes dropping soon that will chronicle their summer snow shreddin' antics and adventures!

For more info, check out the Polar Opposites website.

Polar Opposites webisode #2 is online!

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:00:00 +0000

Arnette team captain Devun and his buddy Iikka Backström put together the second stunning webisode on Polar Opposites! If you liked the first episode this one will blow your mind!

Donnie and Hank go to France

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:18:05 +0000

For those of you who haven't checked out Polar Opposites yet, get over there now! It's the brain child of Devun Walsh and good friend Iikka Backstrom, where they allow the viewer to take a shotgun seat on all of their journeys and exotic travels throughout the world. In this newest installment, "Donnie and Hank go to France", you will feel like you're right there with them in the chateau drinking beers and then on the hills as they session a pretty sweet kicker.

Donnie and Hank!

Arnette Brain Freeze Launch Party, Stop 3 w/ Del the Funky Homosapien, Devun Walsh, Dusin Craven…

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:02:15 +0000

Arnette Brain Freeze Launch Party, Stop 3 w/ Del the Funky Homosapien, Devun Walsh, Dusin Craven…

Saturday March 12, Whistler BC, Garfinkels – The roof was officially torn off the joint! The 3rd and final stop of the Arnette Brain Freeze Team Launch Party Tour with Del the Funky Homosapien was nothing less than a full on barn burner. Del’s official DJ, Zac Hendrix, made a special guest appearance and got the crowd open with an eclectic mix of funk and soul, while Bukue One got the crowd warmed up for Sir DZL him self – DEL the Funky Homosapien. With Zac and Bukue backing him up, Del rocked the crowd with classics like Mr. Dobalina, At the Helm, Wack MC’s, and more recent cuts like Get it Right Now off his free Funkman album. The antics didn’t stop there… This party also celebrated Devun’s birthday. With his crew in tow we rolled out the birthday cake just in time for Dustin Cravin to dive into it face first and give Devun a frosting-filled birthday tackle. Cake was flying, FUNK was flowing, Whistler came out in full force to support – Thank you, and see you next time.

Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven, Sage Kotsenburg - Welcome to the Family!

Brain Freeze party tour hitting Whistler tomorrow!

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:53:56 +0000

Tomorrow night last stop of our official Brain Freeze party tour will be slamming into Garfinkels in Whistler, Canada.

As the official team launch party series, this three-stop tour celebrates the 2011 re-launch of Arnette’s goggle program and newly minted team of snow shredders including Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg.

All three stops will feature live performances by Del The Funky Homosapien and Bukue One, with Arnette Am, DJ Matty Mo, on the turntables. Devun, Zac, Dustin and Sage will be at select stops, and free gear and good times will be flowing for all partygoers.

Arnette Brain Freeze Tour Schedule: (Note: Whistler is the final stop!)
(21+ to get in; doors open at 8pm; space is limited)

* 01/27 – Bender’s Tavern – Denver, CO
* 02/10 – Hyde Lounge – Mammoth Lakes, CA
* 03/12 – Garfinkel’s – Whistler, Canada

Check out the photos and videos from Denver and Mammoth.

Special thanks to TransWorld SNOWboarding & Think Thank for their support. For more info check us out on Facebook and Twitter.

Devun Walsh has a new website

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 08:43:16 +0000

Check out this incredible website, Polar Opposites featuring our very own Devun Walsh and his good buddy, Iikka Backstrom. The first webisode is amazing, and knowing these guys, we ain't seen nothing yet!

2.28.2011 - Polar Opposites Webisode #1

Go to the website now!!!!!!!!!

Brain Freeze party in Mammoth goes haywire!

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:02:16 +0000

On Feb 10, Hyde Lounge in Mammoth Village was the backdrop for the second stop of the Arnette Brain Freeze Snowboard Team Launch Party to celebrate our team of Devun Walsh, Sage Kotsenburg, Zac Marben and Dustin Craven. If we thought Del the Funky Homosapien set the bar high in Denver...well then Hyde Lounge took things to an entirely new level. The place was packed wall to wall with a huge group of fans lined up outside waiting to see Sir DZL rock his set. Members of the Arnette AM team came through in full force with Snow Team Ambassador Sticky Shaw leading the charge. Arnette rider DJ Matty Mo got the crowd ready with some classic hip hop bangers, followed by Bukue One and Del, with vinyl connoisseur DJ Zac Hendricks closing the show with a flurry of rare cuts. Like a true man of the people, Del stuck around after his set to chop it up with fans who wanted to share a few words or take a picture. If you were lucky you snagged some of the limited edition swag that got tossed throughout the night. Another amazing event, and thanks to everyone who came out to support Arnette and DEL. Stay tuned for details on our final stop at Garfinkels in Whistler Village on March 12th.

The people came out in droves to say the least...

Some stoked partygoers.

Del prepping for his perfromance.

Bukue One checking out our awesome array of new goggles.

Gimme gimme...I want some of dat!

The man of the hour, Del, not one to perform and bounce. This guy is truly amazing, and we're digging the fashion statement he's been making at our last couple of parties with the goggles. Trendsetter? Pretty soon peeps all over Oakland are gonna be rocking goggles instead of sunnies.

Brain Freeze party hitting Mammoth TONIGHT!!!

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:00:12 +0000

On Thursday night, February 10th, the Arnette Brain Freeze Tour will kick off stop 2 at Hyde Lounge in Mammoth Lakes, California. This party will go down after the last day of the WWSRA On-Snow mountain demo, when everybody is done shredding and ready to rage! After the huge success of the kickoff party in Denver (SIA), we know that this one will be just as fresh.

As the official team launch party series, this three-stop tour celebrates the 2011 re-launch of Arnette’s goggle program and newly minted team of snow shredders including Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg.

All three stops will feature live performances by Del The Funky Homosapien and Bukue One, with Arnette Am, DJ Matty Mo, on the turntables. Devun, Zac, Dustin and Sage will be at select stops, and free gear and good times will be flowing for all partygoers.

Arnette Brain Freeze Tour Schedule:
(21+ to get in; doors open at 8pm; space is limited)

* 01/27 – Bender’s Tavern – Denver, CO
* 02/10 – Hyde Lounge – Mammoth Lakes, CA
* 03/12 – Garfinkel’s – Whistler, Canada

For photos and video recapping all of the action from the SIA launch party click here.

Special thanks to TransWorld SNOWboarding & Think Thank for their support. For more info check us out on Facebook and Twitter.

Photo and Video recap from the Brain Freeze launch party in Denver

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:00:12 +0000

As recounted by Arnette “Big Boss” and Brand Manager, Mr. Joe Freitag:

The first stop of the Brain Freeze launch party tour with the one and only DEL, Sir DZL, the FUNKMAN himself, set the bar high! Denver’s snowboard and hip-hop community came out in force to show support. Devun, Zac and Dustin were all present and kept Beandip busy with the bar tab. DJ Matty Mo, Arnette rider and all around hustler, got the party started by spinning a mix of hip hop staples and party cuts to get the crowd warmed up. Up next was the best rapper+skater+graffiti-writer in the game, Mr. Bukue One, who kept the crowd hyped with his own special mix of hip-hop, comedy, and on-stage skateboarding antics. “Cheese and Butter” had the people chanting and set the stage for long-time Arnette fam member, Del the Funky Homosapien. I’ve been to a lot of hip hop shows (half of them Del shows, and not for Arnette!), and he ALWAYS brings the fire. He performed classics like Mr. Dobalina, Boo Boo Heads and At the Helm, and reminded newbees with a few verses from his work with the Gorillaz. He’s one of the best of all time – your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper. I can’t wait for next week’s show in Mammoth.

Beandip, Devun Walsh and Joe.

All around party guy and representer of all things Arnette, Sticky!

Dustin Craven all smiles.

Del and Devun pre show convo.

Del is magical on stage and had the crowd going!

Del looking good with our new Series 3 frames.

Del only operates in funk time, as seen here in pure funkadelic thought.

For an extended photo gallery please check us out on Facebook.

The Brain Freeze Tour starts at SIA

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:56:56 +0000

ARNETTE BRAIN FREEZE TOUR KICKS OFF AT SIA

On Thursday night, January 27th, the Arnette Brain Freeze Tour will kick off at Bender’s Tavern in Denver, Colorado, during the SIA Tradeshow.

As the official team launch party series, the three-stop tour celebrates the 2011 re-launch of Arnette’s goggle program and newly minted team of snow shredders including Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg.

All three stops will feature live performances by Del The Funky Homosapien and Bukue One, with Arnette Am, DJ Matty Mo, on the turntables. Devun, Zac, Dustin and Sage will be at select stops, and free gear and good times will be flowing for all partygoers.

Arnette Brain Freeze Tour Schedule:
(21+ to get in; doors open at 8pm; space is limited)

* 01/27 – Bender’s Tavern – Denver, CO
* 02/10 – Hyde Lounge – Mammoth Lakes, CA
* 03/12 – Garfinkel’s – Whistler, Canada

Special thanks to TransWorld SNOWboarding & Think Thank for their support. For more info check us out on Facebook and Twitter.

Arnette Announces New Snowboard Team and the world responds

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 08:33:16 +0000

What follows below are press clippings from major magazines/websites within the action sports world who just couldn't wait and jumped at the bit to help us introduce our Snow Team to the world-consisting of Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg.

TransWorld Snowboarding

Yo Beat

It's OFFICIAL...Our SNOW TEAM has arrived!

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 18:48:21 +0000

Arnette is proud to announce it has added an elite snowboard team in support of the 2011 re-launch of its snow goggle program.

Joining the family is the legendary Devun Walsh who will serve as Team Captain, along with young guns Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg rounding out the global squad.

“With the resurgence of our goggle program we hand-picked a team of four guys that truly embody what Arnette stands for, each in his own unique way,” says Arnette Global Brand Manager Joe Freitag. “Their attitude, style, originality and overall love for snowboarding bring them together to make one of the most influential teams out there. 2011 is going to be an epic year, and we’re very excited to have such an amazing group of guys representing Arnette on and off the hill.”

The “first four” are the backbone of Arnette’s revamped goggle program and epitomize what the brand stands for: heritage, creativity, progression, good times and balls-out shredding.

In the months ahead, keep an eye out for Devun, Zac, Dustin and Sage who will all be wearing Arnette’s new goggles – the Series 3 and Mercenary – as they tear it up this winter.

A few words from the team:

“I’m so stoked to have the opportunity to join such an influential brand, and it’s a true honor to be selected as Arnette’s snow team captain,” says Devun Walsh. “All the guys are super rad and the new goggles have such a great fit and clean look. The designers have done an awesome job putting a modern twist on a classic frame with the Series 3, and I’m psyched to wear goggles that work so well in all conditions.”

“I’m super excited to be on the Arnette team,” says Zac Marben. “We all have our own unique style, but totally respect one another’s riding abilities. The new goggles look and feel great, and people are stoked that Arnette is back on the mountain. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Arnette and the team.”

“Riding for Arnette is awesome because they were the first pair of goggles I ever owned,” says Dustin Craven. “Arnette has a lot of history in snowboarding and being part of the goggle program feels great. The team is rad and having Devun [Walsh] on the program is legendary. I’m pumped on the quality of the new goggles, and their overall look and feel is really cool.”

“When I first started snowboarding, Arnette was one of the dopest brands around and I would’ve done anything to get my hands on a pair,” says Sage Kotsenburg. “Now I ride for Arnette which is an awesome feeling. The goggles work really well and the team is super solid. Arnette has some big things coming up this year and I love being part of it.”

Arnette’s new 2011 goggles – the Series 3 and Mercenary – will debut at SIA (booth #1135) in Denver, CO, followed by ISPO (booth #A2.312) in Munich, Germany. Retail prices start at USD $65.00, and they will be sold at finer snowboard shops worldwide beginning Fall 2011.

Zac Marben couldn't ne happier to join the ranks of the Arnette Family.