Team Dagger
Scott Byers
About Me:
Hi, all! ScottyB here. My paddling career began over 26 years ago and happens to coincide with my professional career in paddlesports. As a starry-eyed kid, I walked through the doors of Perception kayaks in the late summer of 1995. Within days, I was on the water with my coworkers and a freshy Corsica Matrix – my fate was sealed. The next 2+ decades are a blur of great river trips, events, mergers, and meeting the best people in this community. In 2017, I was beyond thrilled to join the Dagger ranks as Brand and Product Manager. Working alongside Snowy, our in-house Team, and (of course) Team Dagger was truly the experience of a lifetime. So many great tales….so many great boats! Though I opted to pursue another path, I maintained a strong desire to continue supporting the Dagger brand. Needless to say, I am humbled to now be added to this Team!
Hometown:
Greenville, SC
Dagger Kayak of Choice:
My go-to is the Rewind. Beyond being so much fun, it performs in most every environment. The Supernova, however, adds a new dimension as a serious full slice that’s downriver friendly, unbelievable on a wave and, yes, actually comfortable.
Favorite Places to Paddle:
West Virginia in the Fall? Southeast in the Summer?? Product Testing on the coast??? I’ve always been partial to Dagger’s slogan, “Wherever there’s water…” That said, its all about the people you are with!
Why I Love Kayaking:
That’s easy….our community.
Kayaking Accomplishments:
Only one of these statements is true. You decide: a) I once rolled a Dagger Torrent sit-on-top. My shoulders never forgave me. b) I once beat Adriene in a head-to-head race. She punched me in the same bad shoulder.
Most Memorable Moment in Your Kayak:
I have so many epic memories to share. One of my favorites I’ve deemed ‘The Brothers Robertson’ starring Paul ‘Cheesy’ & Mark ‘Snowy’ Robertson. It’s a tale of sibling rivalry, shenanigans, road trip karaoke, tacos….and the Version 1 prototype Rewind. If you want to know more, let’s have a beer.
Tenure with Dagger:
20+ years