Jonathan Ellsworth
We talk to Cody Townsend, one of the most prominent big-mountain skiers in the world.
Flash Review: 2016-2017 Liberty Origin96
We’ve got two days on the Liberty Origin96, and we’ve never skied anything quite like it.
Ski lengths, Mount Points, & Different Types of Skis
How do length and skiing style relate to mount location, particularly when choosing drastically different skis?
Freeride World Tour skier, Garrett Altmann (Ep.5)
We talk to Garrett Altmann, a three-time competitor on the Freeride World Tour, as well as a Blister reviewer—one of our original reviewers, in fact.
We tal…
2018-2019 DPS Wailer 106 Foundation
If you’ve previously had a Goldilocks problem trying to decide whether to go with the DPS Wailer 99 Hybrid or the Wailer 112RP Hybrid, you are now in luck. Meet the DPS Wailer 106, DPS’s new one-ski-quiver, and their new “Foundation” construction.
Climber & American Ninja Warrior Champion, Isaac Caldiero (Ep.4)
We talk to the first ever winner of American Ninja Warrior, Isaac Caldiero, about his background & climbing accomplishments, how he trains for ANW, his advice for how to succeed on the show, the "controversy" surrounding his win, what life is like after winning $1,000,000, and more.
Blister Gear Giveway: Fischer Motive 86Ti
This week we're giving away another pair of Fischer Motive 86 Ti skis. Just sign up for our newsletter by by 11 am MST January 10 for a chance to win. And if you're already signed up for the newsletter, then you're already eligible to win these skis!
Random Review: 2015
Random Review: We present our totally unsystematic, pretty lazy, and admittedly shallow review of the year 2015.
On Patagonia’s Recent Environmental Initiative & “Fair Trade” (Ep.3)
We talk to Patagonia Product Line Director, Mark Little, about a new Patagonia initiative, what "Fair Trade" actually means, and Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard's involvement in new projects.
2015-2016 SGN Skis 1184
The 1184 from SGN is a limited-edition, big mountain pow ski that is substantial without being overly demanding.
2016-2017 Line Sick Day Tourist
The Line Sick Day Tourist is a new touring ski from Line, and the shape, weight, and flex pattern look promising.
Line & K2 Ski Designer, Jed Yeiser – Part 2 (Ep.2)
Check out the new Blister Podcast, and part 2 of our conversation with Line & K2 ski designer, Jed Yeiser. We talk about working with Eric Pollard, Tom Wallisch, Jay Levinthal, and much more.
Arc’teryx Tantalus Jacket
The new Arc'teryx Tantalus gets a Blister 'Best Of' Award, and is a top pick of ours for an everyday, inbounds jacket.
Line & K2 Ski Designer, Jed Yeiser – Part 1 (Ep.1)
Check out the NEW Blister Podcast, and our conversation with Line & K2 ski designer, Jed Yeiser.
Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide – In the Garage
We wrap up our gift suggestions today with some bigger items that will look good in the garage.
Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide – Under the Tree
We're back with another selection of holiday gift suggestions.
Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide – Stocking Stuffers
'Tis the season. Here are some stocking stuffer ideas for the active people in your life.
Gregory Targhee 32 pack
The Gregory Targhee 32 has become a favorite pack of ours for ski touring. If you're looking for a comfortable, roomy daypack with well thought out features, we highly recommend it.
2015-2016 Fischer Motive 86 Ti
The Fischer Motive 86 TI won a Blister Best Of Award this season, and it's one of the easiest all-mountain skis to recommend. Here's why...