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Scott lives near Carbondale, CO with his wife Jenny. He often meditates on finding that perfect career while pushing his heart rate to places it probably shouldn't be.

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  • Ski Trab Ripido and the Magico 1 Kilo Ski! – Review (May 23, 2013)

  • 2012-13 Scarpa AT Boot Preview (January 16, 2012)

  • New 2012-13 Garmont PowerLite AT Boot Series (January 8, 2012)

  • Roll the Roller Skiing (August 22, 2011)

  • B&D Ski Crampons Review (June 16, 2011)

  • $1000 Joe 2011 — Budget Ski Gear (June 7, 2011)

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