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Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019
That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.
Introducing: Off The Couch
We are very excited to announce “Off The Couch” — a new podcast that will be taking a closer look at the wide, weird, and wonderful world of running.
19/20 Line Vision 108
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Line’s very light Vision 108.
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Win DPS’s Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
4 people are each going to get a pack of DPS’s Phantom 2.0 permanent base glide treatment — enter now for your chance to win!
2019-2020 Nordica Strider 120 DYN
We’ve now spent over 120 days in Nordica’s 50/50 boot, the Strider 120, and we think it’s a very good option for those looking for a legit 120-flex boot that they’ll use inside and outside of the resort.
Black Diamond Helio Active Shell
The Black Diamond Helio Active Shell is an extremely impressive Gore-Tex jacket, and is worth a good look if you’re a backcountry skier or snowboarder who appreciates weather resistance, breathability, and low weight. Check out our full review.
Snowboarder Kelly Clark on Her 20-Year Career (Ep.79)
The winningest snowboarder in history, Kelly Clark, recently retired after an astonishing 20-year career of competition. So we talked to Kelly about that career; the new limited-edition “RISE” snowboard she designed with Burton; how snowboarding has evolved; her relationship with Chloe Kim; the mission of the Kelly Clark Foundation; her extremely important thoughts on “achievement” and “success”; and what’s next for her.
2019-2020 Line Outline
Eric Pollard and Line have created some iconic pow skis over the last decade. And next year, they’re releasing a brand-new one — the Outline. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.
19/20 Line Outline
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Line’s new playful pow ski, the Outline.
Blister’s Flash Reviews and Deep Dives are produced for Blister members.
To get our comprehensive deep dives and our initial, unfiltered reports on new gear without waiting for our full reviews, become a Blister Member and receive many other services, deals, and discounts.
If you’re already a member, please log in.
(If you’re already logged in and a member in good standing and seeing this message in error, please refresh this page in your browser.)
2019-2020 Nordica Promachine 115 W
This year Nordica released the Promachine 115 W, which is reportedly one of the stiffest women’s-specific boots on the market. Check out our full review to see how it compares to other women’s boots, as well as some of the stiffer unisex boots on the market.
Flylow Baker Bib
The Flylow Baker Bib has garnered a cult following among skiers and snowboarders who are really hard on their gear. Check out our full review.
2018-2019 Dynastar PR-OTO Factory
It’s been a good year to test pow skis in Crested Butte, and the Dynastar PR-OTO Factory is one of the most surprising ones we’ve been on. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
Deep Dive: Dynastar PR-OTO Factory
We compare the PR-OTO Factory to the Rossignol Black Ops 118, ON3P Renegade 114, Prior CBC, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Head Kore 117, Nordica Enforcer Pro, Blizzard Spur, K2 Catamaran, and Icelantic Nomad 115.
Blister’s Flash Reviews and Deep Dives are produced for Blister members.
To get our comprehensive deep dives and our initial, unfiltered reports on new gear without waiting for our full reviews, become a Blister Member and receive many other services, deals, and discounts.
If you’re already a member, please log in.
(If you’re already logged in and a member in good standing and seeing this message in error, please refresh this page in your browser.)
New Skis from LINE, Nordica, 4FRNT, and J Skis + a Confession & Sneak Peek (Ep.37)
We talk new skis from Line, Nordica, 4FRNT, and J Skis. Also, I share my change of heart over light skis, Luke and Sam discuss their new article on caring for your outerwear, and we give a sneak peek for our upcoming and very intimate episode of GEAR:30.
Arc’teryx Sabre LT Jacket
This year Arc’teryx released the Sabre LT Jacket — a lighter and more comfortable version of their classic Sabre Jacket. So how does the “LT” version compare to the original and other options on the market? Check out our full review.
Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019
That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.
Introducing: Off The Couch
We are very excited to announce “Off The Couch” — a new podcast that will be taking a closer look at the wide, weird, and wonderful world of running.
19/20 Line Vision 108
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Line’s very light Vision 108.
Win DPS’s Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
4 people are each going to get a pack of DPS’s Phantom 2.0 permanent base glide treatment — enter now for your chance to win!
2019-2020 Nordica Strider 120 DYN
We’ve now spent over 120 days in Nordica’s 50/50 boot, the Strider 120, and we think it’s a very good option for those looking for a legit 120-flex boot that they’ll use inside and outside of the resort.
Black Diamond Helio Active Shell
The Black Diamond Helio Active Shell is an extremely impressive Gore-Tex jacket, and is worth a good look if you’re a backcountry skier or snowboarder who appreciates weather resistance, breathability, and low weight. Check out our full review.
Snowboarder Kelly Clark on Her 20-Year Career (Ep.79)
The winningest snowboarder in history, Kelly Clark, recently retired after an astonishing 20-year career of competition. So we talked to Kelly about that career; the new limited-edition “RISE” snowboard she designed with Burton; how snowboarding has evolved; her relationship with Chloe Kim; the mission of the Kelly Clark Foundation; her extremely important thoughts on “achievement” and “success”; and what’s next for her.
2019-2020 Line Outline
Eric Pollard and Line have created some iconic pow skis over the last decade. And next year, they’re releasing a brand-new one — the Outline. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.
19/20 Line Outline
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Line’s new playful pow ski, the Outline.
2019-2020 Nordica Promachine 115 W
This year Nordica released the Promachine 115 W, which is reportedly one of the stiffest women’s-specific boots on the market. Check out our full review to see how it compares to other women’s boots, as well as some of the stiffer unisex boots on the market.
Flylow Baker Bib
The Flylow Baker Bib has garnered a cult following among skiers and snowboarders who are really hard on their gear. Check out our full review.
2018-2019 Dynastar PR-OTO Factory
It’s been a good year to test pow skis in Crested Butte, and the Dynastar PR-OTO Factory is one of the most surprising ones we’ve been on. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.