Words David MacKinnon t’s hard to find a place in the hyper-satu-rated Whistler, BC snowboard scene. Top-level snowboarders get lost to familiar spots, and widespread recognition often eludes those who lay roots in the freestyle mecca. But every now and again, a rider with a special blend of skill, style, and grit reaches snowboarding’s collective consciousness. Beau Bishop is one of the few. The Toronto native is gaining recognition outside of Can-ada and holding his own as top riders call him up. But this second-generation scrapper had to fight to find a foothold in the upper echelon of backcountry freestylists—he’s faced adver-sity and visions of defeat. Beau has crafted a unique presence in Whistler via DIY edits and a blue-collar work ethic, grinding through hard times to make things happen on his own terms. I 046 THE SNOWBOARDER’S JOURNAL
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