Show Notes
In today's episode Scott and David delve deep into the shapers personalities and tensions competing for the crown at Stab In The Dark X, character clashes, old rivalries revitalized, attempted marketing campaigns thwarted, and a shocking amount of design variation within a tight 27.5 liters, plus Kelly offers insights into recovery and optimization, and a 25 year old DJ takes December's Wave of the Winter title at Pipe. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and more! Enjoy!
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