Win the 18/19 K2 Catamaran
Win one of the most playful skis on the market — and get it with next year's graphics.
Jonathan Ellsworth
Venture Snowboards: Building in Silverton, CO (Ep. 68)
We went to Silverton, Colorado, to talk to the founders of Venture Snowboards about how & why Venture does things different from most snowboard companies; building boards from scratch in Silverton; "greenwashing" in the snowsports industry; current trends in board design, and more.
18/19 Head Kore 1 Ski Boot
We just got some time on Head's all-new AT boot, the Kore 1, and here you can check out our initial on-snow performance notes.
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2020-2021 Atomic Vantage 90 Ti
The all-new 18/19 Atomic Vantage series uses a very interesting construction that claims to make the skis both lighter and stronger. Today, we’re taking a look at the Vantage 90 Ti, and you can check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
18/19 All-Mountain & Frontside Skis (Ep.15)
We just finished testing a broad range of skis, so Blister's Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss a number of the highlights, including the new Atomic Bent Chetler 100, the HEAD Supershape i.Titan, a new carver from DPS, the Black Crows Orb, and what might be Jonathan's new personal favorite from Blizzard.
2018-2019 DPS Alchemist Wailer 106
After spending over 20 days on it, you can now check out our full review of the DPS Alchemist Wailer 106.
2021-2022 LINE Sick Day 104
If you’re looking for one ski to use for both inbounds riding and backcountry touring, the Line Sick Day 104 has emerged as a top candidate for us.
18/19 DPS Foundation Cassiar 94
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of DPS' new all-mountain ski.
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2018-2019 DPS Foundation Cassiar 94
The new DPS Cassiar 94 is offered in two constructions, and in a men’s and women’s version. Check out our initial impressions, measured specs, and rocker pics of this new all-mountain ski from DPS.
New Backcountry Ski Gear & Culture (Ep.14)
We talk with Greg Floyd, founder of Bentgate in Golden, Colorado, about a bunch of new backcountry gear and some of the significant changes to backcountry ski culture that Greg has witnessed throughout his time at Bentgate.
Win a Sweet Protection Helmet
Give your head the protection upgrade it deserves with a new helmet from Sweet Protection.
Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer 110
After getting more time on the Enforcer 110, we've updated our Deep Dive with more comparisons, including the ON3P Kartel 108, DPS Alchemist Wailer 112, Liberty Origin 112, 18/19 ON3P Wrenegade 108, and more...
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Blister in Telluride – Powder Edition
We wrapped up another excellent trip to Telluride this week, and while the first two trips featured glorious chalk, this last trip featured a lot of absolutely blower pow. Check out a few of the pics from this past Monday and Tuesday, and stay tuned for more reviews of the 18/19 gear we've been testing in Telluride.
18/19 ON3P Wrenegade 114
After getting the all-new ON3P Wrenegade 114 in deep pow, chop, and firm snow, here are our initial impressions.
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2018-2019 ON3P Wrenegade 114
ON3P is about to release an all-new wider Wrenegade, and we had it out yesterday in perfect test conditions at Telluride. So how easy-going or game-on is this new Wrenegade 114? And is it best thought of as a wider all-mountain ski? A chop destroyer? Or a directional deep-snow ski that prefers fall line skiing? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Weird Skis & Women’s Ski Boots (Ep.13)
Jonathan Ellsworth and Sam Shaheen discuss the Renoun Endurance 98 and Scott Scrapper 115, then Sascha Anastas and Kara Williard talk about women's ski boots, why it can be so hard for good skiers with small feet to find something that works for them, and which new boot Sascha is in love with.
Blister in Telluride — Recap Video
We're heading back to Telluride tomorrow to put time on even more 18/19 gear. So, while we are busy mounting skis and packing up, check out this quick recap video we put together from our last trip.
