Julia Van Raalte, Author at BLISTER

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Sherpa Nangpala Hooded Jacket for Blister Gear Review.

Sherpa Adventure Gear Nangpala Hooded Jacket

April 7, 2017 by Julia Van Raalte

The Sherpa Nangpala Jacket surpassed our expectations for an all-around mid-weight down puffy

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Patagonia women's Fjord Flannel Shirt for Blister Gear Review's Flannel Roundup

Flannel Shirt & Jacket Collection

March 5, 2017February 25, 2017 by Julia Van Raalte

Few things beat a good flannel, so here are a few of our favorite men's and women's flannels from this season.

Stowehof Inn, Blister Recommended Lodges, Blister Gear Review

The Stowehof

May 9, 2018May 15, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

The Stowehof, one of Blister's Recommended Lodges, offers spectacular views and an ideal location for skiing, hiking, and biking in Stowe, Vermont.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Fischer Ranger W 98, Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 Fischer My Ranger 98

November 27, 2018April 17, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

Fischer has created a hybrid ski for use in the resort and out. Check out where we think the Ranger W 98 is most in its element.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the DPS Wailer 112RP2 Tour1

2019-2020 DPS Wailer 112 Tour1

February 3, 2020April 4, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

DPS has released a line of light, touring-specific skis with their new "Tour1" construction, and we've been putting in some time on the Wailer 112RP2 Tour1 in Alaska.

Giro Discord Helmet

September 13, 2016March 30, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

The Giro Discord is a new helmet this season with a clean, simple look and well-designed features.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Patagonia Capilene 4 Pro Zip Neck, Blister Gear Review

Patagonia Capilene 4 Pro Zip-Neck and Boot Bottoms

November 17, 2021March 8, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

Patagonia's new Capilene 4 Pro base layers are made with a combination of fabrics to provide an ideal balance of warmth and breathability.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Moment Sierra, Blister Gear Review

2020-2021 Moment Sierra

December 14, 2020March 4, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

The Moment Sierra may be one of the best all-mountain skis we've reviewed, given its combination of hard snow and soft snow performance.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the 4FRNT Hoji W, Blister Gear Review

2019-2020 4FRNT Hoji W

February 4, 2020February 24, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

If you're looking for a directional big mountain ski that crushes soft conditions, check out the women's version of Eric Hjorleifson’s pro model: the 4FRNT Hoji W.

Preview: 2015-2016 Line Pandora 95

September 13, 2016February 18, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

Just like the Line Pandora, the new, narrower Pandora 95 should be an excellent women's all-mountain ski, especially for skiing bumps and groomers.

Julia Van Raalte reviews The Romp Skis 106, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Romp Skis 106

October 13, 2021February 11, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

Romp is building two skis for Blister reviewers this season. Both are from the same mold, but have very different designs. Here is the first ski, and we've been quite impressed.