Jed Doane, Author at BLISTER

2025 Gnu Hyper, 160 cm

January 5, 2025January 2, 2025 by Jed Doane

The Gnu Hyper has roots in freestyle while promising all mountain versatility in varied conditions. We’ve spent a good deal of time getting acquainted with the Hyper, and it seems quite appealing for a broad category of riders. Check out our Full Review for the details.

Jones Ultralight Stratos Splitboard

November 21, 2023 by Jed Doane

The Ultralight Stratos Splitboard is a high-end board designed to excel on the up and down in a variety of conditions. So... does it? And what sort of riders ought to be considering it?

Jed Doane reviews the Lib Tech Orca Split for Blister

2022-2023 Lib Tech Orca Split

January 30, 2023 by Jed Doane

The Lib Tech Orca Split is a versatile, volume-shifted splitboard that has proven its capability across steep Alaskan lines, spring hardpack, and just about everything in between. Check out the full review for more info, including how it compares to other boards from Jones, Venture, & Rossignol.

2020-2021 Spark R&D Arc Pro Splitboard Binding

December 31, 2020 by Jed Doane

We spent all of last season using the ultralight "Pro" version of Spark R&D's Arc binding — plus several of Spark's in-house accessories — and have come away very impressed.

Jed Doane reviews the Venture Carbon Storm Splitboard for Blister

2020-2021 Venture Carbon Storm Splitboard

December 16, 2020February 26, 2020 by Jed Doane

Venture designed their Carbon Storm splitboard to handle everything from tight tree lines to big, open faces. While we often hear things like that, we don't think Venture's claims are far off. The Carbon Storm is a very versatile, approachable splitboard for the masses — check out our full review.

Jed Doane reviews the Amplid Creamer for Blister

2020-2021 Amplid Creamer

December 16, 2020April 25, 2019 by Jed Doane

If you’re someone who loves riding hard and fast through nasty conditions and who wants an exceptionally damp and stable board to keep up with you, the new Amplid Creamer is worth a look. Check out our full review.

Jed Doane reviews the Rossignol Krypto for Blister

2018-2019 Rossignol Krypto

January 17, 2019 by Jed Doane

Rossignol says the Krypto is based on their big-mountain charger, the XV. So just how burly is the Krypto, and could it also work for more playful and less aggressive riders? Check out our full review.

Jed Doane reviews the Big Agnes Flume UL 30 for Blister

Big Agnes Flume UL 30 Sleeping Bag

November 1, 2018November 1, 2018 by Jed Doane

Picking out the right sleeping bag comes down to a lot of compromises: Light, or durable? Packable, or comfortable? But the Big Agnes Flume UL 30 is one of the best bags we've used when it comes to being very light and still maintaining comfort.

Jed Doane reviews the Rossignol XV Sushi LF for Blister Review

2020-2021 Rossignol XV Sushi LF

December 16, 2020November 24, 2017 by Jed Doane

While it’s not the hard charger you'd expect from Xavier De La Rue, the new XV Sushi LF is a very fun board that could change the way you approach the mountain.