Garrett Altmann, Author at BLISTER

Thule Sonic Alpine Cargo Box

April 25, 2015April 25, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

Thule's Sonic Alpine Cargo Box looks great, doesn't kill your gas mileage, and will keep your gear clean and dry.

OluKai Mauna Iki

March 9, 2015March 7, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

Stylish, comfortable, and supportive - functionality and great looks come together in the OluKai Mauna Iki.

FWT Andorra Trip Report, Blister Gear Review

FWT Update From Andorra

February 23, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

The FWT just finished up in Europe, next stop: Alaska. Blister reviewer and FWT competitor Garrett Altmann checks in with some good news.

FWT Austria Trip Report, Blister Gear Review

FWT Update From Austria

February 3, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

Blister reviewer and FWT competitor Garrett Altmann provides a firsthand account of today's avalanche and its aftermath in Kappl, Austria.

Garrett Altmann reviewing Wagner Custom Skis, Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 Wagner Custom Skis

May 22, 2015April 7, 2014 by Garrett Altmann

We’ve already covered the design process. Time now for Garrett Altmann to review the Wagner Custom skis he competed on for the Freeride World Tour.

Wagner Custom Skis – The Design Process

April 7, 2014December 25, 2013 by Garrett Altmann

Custom skis—are they worth it? Well, everything about the Wagner Custom Skis design process has been very impressive so far.

Qualifying for the Freeride World Tour

December 2, 2013November 9, 2013 by Garrett Altmann

Blister reviewer Garrett Altmann is competing this season on the Freeride World Tour. Check out his writeup and these photos to see what it took to get there.

2016-2017 SCOTT Punisher 110

December 4, 2016September 23, 2013 by Garrett Altmann

Scott Sports calls the Punisher a backcountry jib ski, but reviewer Garrett Altmann calls the Punisher "the best chop and crud ski I've ever ridden."

First Ascent MicroTherm Down Hoody, Blister Gear Review

First Ascent MicroTherm Down Hooded Jacket

March 14, 2013February 17, 2013 by Garrett Altmann

The First Ascent MicroTherm Down Hooded Jacket is a versatile layering piece or a stand-alone jacket for just about any activity.

2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher

June 11, 2012May 10, 2012 by Garrett Altmann

The 2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher is most at home in soft, forgiving snow, but is good in the air and provides a stable platform for landings. Plus, you'll likely be able to find these skis for a good price, so the question is, Should you pull the trigger?