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Luke Koppa reviews the Armada Tracer 98 for Blister

2020-2021 Armada Tracer 98

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Armada is tweaking their Tracer 98 for 19/20 in order to be more competitive with the growing class of ~100mm-wide backcountry and 50/50 skis. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions to see what they changed.
Luke Koppa reviews the Fischer Ranger 94 FR for Blister

2021-2022 Fischer Ranger 94 FR

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When Fischer announced a narrower version of their excellent Ranger 102 FR, we were instantly intrigued. Now you can check out our full review to see how the new Ranger 94 FR performs, and what type of skier will like it most.
Luke Koppa reviews the Arc'teryx Rush LT Jacket for Blister

Arc’teryx Rush LT Jacket

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Arc’teryx’s Rush LT Jacket brings lightweight protection to a snowsports-oriented design, but we think it’s worth a look for a wide range of people, not just those who like to slide down snow. Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 100 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty evolv 100

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Compared to the current crop of 100mm-wide skis out there, Liberty is going in a different direction with their new evolv 100. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Luke Koppa reviews the Amplid Facelift 108 for Blister

2019-2020 Amplid Facelift 108

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For those people who like to skin up for their turns and then slash, spin, and play around on the way down, the Amplid Facelift 108 is a very good option. Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa reviews the Amplid Facelift 108 for Blister

Deep Dive: Amplid Facelift 108

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We compare the Facelift 108 to the Line Vision 108, Line Sir Francis Bacon, 4FRNT Raven, Renoun Citadel 106, Line Sick Day 104, Black Diamond Helio 105, K2 Wayback 106, Elan Ripstick 106, Faction Candide 3.0, and Sego Big Horn 106.

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Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the 4FRNT MSP 107 for Blister

2021-2022 4FRNT MSP 107

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4FRNT says the MSP 107 “is intuitive from the first turn instilling a higher level of confidence everywhere on the mountain.” Check out our full review to see how we’d characterize the ski.
Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the 4FRNT MSP 107 for Blister

Deep Dive: 4FRNT MSP 107

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We compare the MSP 107 to the Nordica Enforcer 110, J Skis Metal, Blizzard Cochise, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, ON3P Wrenegade 108, Prior Husume, Moment Commander 108, Folsom Hammer, Black Crows Corvus, and Faction Dictator 3.0.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Chapter 1.0 for Blister

2019-2020 Faction Chapter 1.0

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Faction is bringing back the Chapter name to their lineup for 19/20, but these new Chapter skis are nothing like the previous skis that shared their name. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Chapter 1.0.
Luke Koppa reviews the Dalbello Lupo Pro HD for Blister

19/20 Dalbello Lupo Pro HD

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Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Dalbello's new 50/50 crossover ski boot.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

19/20 Liberty evolv 90

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Liberty's brand-new narrower all-mountain ski.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty evolv 90

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For 19/20, Liberty is launching a brand-new line of skis that’s reportedly a blend of their V and Origin skis. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new evolv 90.
Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

19/20 Salomon S/Pro 130

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Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Salomon's new lightweight alpine boot.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon S/Pro 130

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The Salomon X Pro line is reportedly the best-selling line of ski boots in the world. For 19/20, they're replacing the X Pro with the brand-new S/Pro series. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the S/Pro 130.
Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 96 Ti for Blister

Deep Dive: Armada ARV 96 Ti

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We compare the ARV 96 Ti to the Rossignol Black Ops 98, Dynastar Menace 98, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, Liberty Helix 98, Liberty Origin 96, J Skis Masterblaster, Moment Commander 98, Renoun Endurance 98, Nordica Enforcer 100, 4FRNT MSP 99, ON3P Wrenegade 96, and Blizzard Rustler 9.

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