2021-2022 Blizzard Black Pearl 97
For women looking for a strong, damp, and stable all-mountain ski, the redesigned Black Pearl 97 is one of the best options out there. Check out our full review.
Kara Williard
Flash Review: 22/23 Nordica Santa Ana 93 Unlimited
We've been spending time on the new Santa Ana 93 Unlimited to see how it compares to the regular Santa Ana series. Check out our initial thoughts.
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2021-2022 Moment Sierra Tour
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pics, and flex pattern numbers for Moment's narrowest women's backcountry touring ski.
Deep Dive: Nordica Ski Boots Brand Lineup, 21/22
Next up in our Deep Dive series on ski boots is Nordica — check it out for a rundown on every boot in Nordica's 21/22 lineup, most comparable alternatives from other brands, and more details to help you figure out what differentiates each boot in the lineup.
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Flash Review: 21/22 Head Kore 85 W
Here are some of our initial impressions of how the narrowest ski in the Head Kore lineup handles on-piste terrain.
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Deep Dive: Lange Ski Boots Brand Lineup, 21/22
Second in our new Deep Dive series on ski boot lines is the 21/22 Lange ski boot collection, which includes everything from racing to free-touring boots, and we discuss all notable specs, features, most similar boots from other brands, and more. Become a Deep Dive subscriber or Blister Member to check it out.
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Flash Review: 21/22 Head Kore 103 W
Here are some of our initial thoughts on the widest ski in the women's Head Kore series, including comparisons to the Nordica Santa Ana 104.
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2021-2022 Head Kore 103 W
Here are our measured specs, flex pattern numbers, and rocker profile pics for the new Kore 103 W
Deep Dive: Atomic Ski Boots Brand Lineup, 21/22
In our new “Deep Dive” series on ski boots, we’re laying out *all* the details and differences between the boots in a brand's entire lineup. We're kicking it off with the 21/22 Atomic ski boot collection, from racing to touring boots, including all notable specs, features, most similar boots from other brands, and more. Become a Deep Dive subscriber or Blister Member to check it out.
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Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2021 — In The Garage
Check out our reviewers' picks for the big-ticket gift ideas this year.
Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2021 — Under The Tree
Next up in our 2021 Gift Guide are the items that our reviewers think will make an awesome addition beneath the tree this holiday season.
Flash Review: 21/22 Salomon Stance W 88
Check out our initial impressions of this metal-laminate women's all-mountain ski from Salomon.
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Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2021 — Stocking Stuffers
It’s once again the season for giving, and we are back with our annual Gift Guides to help you think creatively about some of the gifts you give this year. We're kicking things off with 19 stocking stuffer ideas.
Women’s Bike Jersey Roundup — 2021
Whether your jerseys are looking pretty worn after a long summer or your bike season is just starting, this roundup is for you.
2021-2022 Atomic Maven 93 C
Atomic is overhauling their all-mountain lineup for 21/22, and we spent a lot of time on one of the new women's skis in the line, the Maven 93 C. Check out our full review to see where this new ski sits in the market.
Flash Review: 21/22 Tecnica Cochise Pro W
Kara Williard has been spending time in the new 120-flex women's Cochise boot. Check out her initial thoughts.
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Flash Review: 21/22 Atomic Maven 93 C
We've been spending time on the widest women's ski in Atomic's new Maven series — check out our thoughts on it so far.
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2021-2022 4FRNT MSP CC
After almost 20 days on it, the women's MSP CC has proven to be a particularly versatile ski, whether you're looking to push your limits in challenging terrain, or taking it easy. Check out our full review.
Flash Review: 20/21 Blizzard Black Pearl 97
Check out our initial thoughts on the new women's Black Pearl 97.
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Mtn Bike Chamois Roundup
Whether you use one for every ride or just for those extra-long days in the saddle, a good chamois can make your time on the bike much more enjoyable. We’ve rounded up 9 women’s and men’s options we’ve been using — from thin liners, to ones that can work as standalone shorts.