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Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 100.

Flash Review: 25/26 Dynastar M-Free 100

For 25/26, Dynastar is replacing the existing M-Free 99 with the new M-Free 100. So, how different is the new ski? Here are some of our initial impressions.

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Blister reviews the Fischer Nightstick 97

2025-2026 Fischer Nightstick 97

The Nightstick has historically been Fischer’s competition park ski, but that name now applies to several park and all-mountain-freestyle models. The Nightstick 97 is designed to be the most versatile of the bunch, and we’re ready to weigh in on it — here’s our Full Review.

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Blister reviews the Fischer Nightstick 97

Deep Dive: Fischer Nightstick 97

We compare the Fischer Nightstick 97 to the Fischer Nightstick 104, Fischer Ranger 96, Fischer Ranger 102, Liberty Scope 104, Rossignol Sender Free 100, Black Crows Camox, Nordica Unleashed 98, K2 Reckoner 102, Faction Studio 2, Dynastar M-Free 99, Season Kin, Line Optic 96, RMU Apostle 96 Ti, J Skis Allplay, 4FRNT Switch, Prior Northwest 100, Line Chronic 101, Völkl Revolt 104, and Whitedot Altum 104.

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Lofi Wine Making With Uffe Deichmann, Poppelvej Wines (Ep.61)

Uffe Deichmann is a sort of pioneer in Australian winemaking; his focus on lofi production methods and non-traditional flavors has helped redefine what consumers expect from the land down under. We dive deep into the history of Poppelvej, Uffe’s own journey through winemaking, and the philosophy that underlies the incredible wine they are producing.

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Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 112

Flash Review: 25/26 Dynastar M-Free 112

Update: Jonathan has added his thoughts on the 190 cm M-Free 112, so you can read those plus Luke Koppa’s thoughts on the 183 cm M-Free 112.

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BLISTER reviews the Cannondale Topstone Carbon

Cannondale Topstone Carbon Gen 3

The Cannondale Topstone Carbon has entered its third generation. More tire clearance, frame storage, and a supposedly more compliant implementation of the KingPin rear suspension design make it one of the more fully-featured Gravel bikes on the market. Let’s walk through the details of the new Topstone Carbon.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Head Kore 100 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 25/26 Head Kore 100 Ti

The Kore 100 Ti occupies the middle of Head’s overhauled freeride collection, and we’ve already logged several days on it. Here’s what we’ve learned so far, including some interesting takeaways after A/B testing it against the Kore 99 Ti W.

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Blister reviews the 4FRNT MSP 99

Flash Review: 25/26 4FRNT MSP 99

Here are our initial thoughts on the second-generation version of 4FRNT’s metal-laminate all-mountain ski and how it compares to the narrower and wider MSP models.

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BLISTER reviews the Pivot Trailcat LT

Flash Review: Pivot Trailcat LT

Pivot’s new Trailcat LT has made its way into our test fleet — so does it deliver its promised all-rounder performance? Our Flash Review has our early impressions.

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Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 100.

2025-2026 Dynastar M-Free 100

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the brand-new Dynastar M-Free 100.

Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 100.

Flash Review: 25/26 Dynastar M-Free 100

For 25/26, Dynastar is replacing the existing M-Free 99 with the new M-Free 100. So, how different is the new ski? Here are some of our initial impressions.

Blister reviews the Fischer Nightstick 97

2025-2026 Fischer Nightstick 97

The Nightstick has historically been Fischer’s competition park ski, but that name now applies to several park and all-mountain-freestyle models. The Nightstick 97 is designed to be the most versatile of the bunch, and we’re ready to weigh in on it — here’s our Full Review.

Blister reviews the Fischer Nightstick 97

Deep Dive: Fischer Nightstick 97

We compare the Fischer Nightstick 97 to the Fischer Nightstick 104, Fischer Ranger 96, Fischer Ranger 102, Liberty Scope 104, Rossignol Sender Free 100, Black Crows Camox, Nordica Unleashed 98, K2 Reckoner 102, Faction Studio 2, Dynastar M-Free 99, Season Kin, Line Optic 96, RMU Apostle 96 Ti, J Skis Allplay, 4FRNT Switch, Prior Northwest 100, Line Chronic 101, Völkl Revolt 104, and Whitedot Altum 104.

BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

Lofi Wine Making With Uffe Deichmann, Poppelvej Wines (Ep.61)

Uffe Deichmann is a sort of pioneer in Australian winemaking; his focus on lofi production methods and non-traditional flavors has helped redefine what consumers expect from the land down under. We dive deep into the history of Poppelvej, Uffe’s own journey through winemaking, and the philosophy that underlies the incredible wine they are producing.

BLISTER reviews the Cannondale Topstone Carbon

Cannondale Topstone Carbon Gen 3

The Cannondale Topstone Carbon has entered its third generation. More tire clearance, frame storage, and a supposedly more compliant implementation of the KingPin rear suspension design make it one of the more fully-featured Gravel bikes on the market. Let’s walk through the details of the new Topstone Carbon.

Luke Koppa reviews the Head Kore 100 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 25/26 Head Kore 100 Ti

The Kore 100 Ti occupies the middle of Head’s overhauled freeride collection, and we’ve already logged several days on it. Here’s what we’ve learned so far, including some interesting takeaways after A/B testing it against the Kore 99 Ti W.

Blister reviews the Head Kore 100 Ti.

2025-2026 Head Kore 100 Ti

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the new Head Kore 100 Ti.

Blister reviews the 4FRNT MSP 99

Flash Review: 25/26 4FRNT MSP 99

Here are our initial thoughts on the second-generation version of 4FRNT’s metal-laminate all-mountain ski and how it compares to the narrower and wider MSP models.

Blister reviews the 4FRNT MSP 99.

2024-2025 4FRNT MSP 99

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the 4FRNT MSP 99.