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Luke Koppa reviews the Houdini Shelter Anorak for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado

Houdini Shelter Anorak

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Anoraks: one of the most controversial topics at Blister. Well, our managing editor has decided to continue to anger our editor-in-chief by testing more of them, and Houdini’s Shelter Anorak has become one of his all-time favorites. Check out his review of this minimal, waterproof shell.
Outdoor Industry Brands helping to fight the COVID-19 pandemic; Blister

How Outdoor Companies are Helping to Fight COVID-19

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There are now a lot of outdoor companies doing a wide range of things to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic. So we’ve put together an article highlighting these efforts, and we invite you to share the companies you know of that are contributing to the cause.
Luke Koppa reviews the J Skis Slacker for Blister.

2021-2022 J Skis Slacker

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J Skis has set out to make the “least nerdy touring ski on the market,” and the result is their brand-new Slacker. Check out our First Look & Flash Review to find out how their non-nerdy touring ski design compares to the rest of the market.
Luke Koppa reviews the Fauna Pioneer for Blister

Fauna Pioneer

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This season we spent a good chunk of time skiing Fauna's lightweight (and beautiful) freeride ski, the Pioneer. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons to see how this new ski performed.
Luke Koppa reviews the Fauna Pioneer for Blister

Deep Dive: Fauna Pioneer

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We compare the Pioneer to the Moment PB&J, Line Sir Francis Bacon, Sego Big Horn 106, Rossignol Soul 7 HD, Line Sick Day 104, WNDR Intention 110, Moment Wildcat 108, Salomon QST 106, Liberty Origin 106, Moment Wildcat Tour 108, Line Vision 108, Amplid Facelift 108, 4FRNT Raven, Renoun Citadel 106, Atomic Backland 107, Blizzard Zero G 105, & Black Diamond Helio 105.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Folsom Cash 106 Carbon for Blister

2020-2021 Folsom Cash 106 Carbon

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This year we’re reviewing the carbon-laminate, touring-friendly version of Folsom’s Cash 106 shape. Check out our First Look & Flash Review for more on this ski and how its design compares to the other Folsom shapes we’ve reviewed, and the rest of the market.
Luke Koppa reviews the Folsom Cash 106 Carbon for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Folsom Cash 106 Carbon

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Check out our initial impressions of Folsom's carbon-laminate Cash 106.

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Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Reckoner 112 for Blister.

2021-2022 K2 Reckoner 112

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K2 overhauled their freestyle lineup for 20/21, and the new Reckoner 112 has proven to be a very fun, intuitive ski that we think many playful skiers could appreciate. Check out our *video* review, written review, & Deep Dive comparisons.
Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Reckoner 112 for Blister.

Deep Dive: K2 Reckoner 112

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We compare the Reckoner 112 to the Reckoner 102, Reckoner 122, Line Sir Francis Bacon, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Line Outline, K2 Mindbender 116C, Moment Wildcat 108, Moment Deathwish, Faction Prodigy 4.0, Parlor McFellon Pro, Liberty Origin 112, Icelantic Nomad 105, Blizzard Rustler 11, Nordica Enforcer 110 Free, Prior Northwest 110, ON3P Jeffrey 108, ON3P Woodsman 108, Kye Shapes Metamorph, Whitedot Altum 114, Black Crows Atris, & Folsom Primary.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Line Blade for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Line Blade

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Update 4.3.20: We've added some more of our thoughts on the Blade, including how it handles firm, smooth snow & steep, off-piste terrain.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Eddie Bauer BC Freshline Jacket for Blister

Eddie Bauer BC Freshline Jacket

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We’ve spent a lot of time skinning and skiing in Eddie Bauer’s BC Freshline Jacket and think it and its eVent fabric offer an excellent combination of weather protection and breathability. Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Agent 3.0 for Blister.

2021-2022 Faction Agent 3.0

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For 20/21 Faction is expanding their Agent series of touring skis with the addition of the Agent 3.0 & Agent 4.0. Check out our First Look to see how the Agent 3.0’s design compares to the increasingly diverse backcountry category.
Luke Koppa reviews the Parlor McFellon Pro for Blister.

2021-2022 Parlor McFellon Pro

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The Parlor McFellon Pro & Mountain Jay make for a great example of how you can take the same shape and come up with two very different skis that work for very different skiers. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons of the McFellon Pro.
Luke Koppa reviews the Parlor McFellon Pro for Blister.

Deep Dive: Parlor McFellon Pro

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We compare the McFellon Pro to the Parlor Mountain Jay, Folsom Primary, Moment Meridian 107, 4FRNT Devastator, Liberty Origin 112, Icelantic Nomad 105, Blizzard Rustler 11, Nordica Enforcer 110 Free, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Prior Northwest 110, ON3P Jeffrey 108, ON3P Woodsman 108, Moment Wildcat 108, Moment Deathwish, Kye Shapes Metamorph, K2 Reckoner 112, Whitedot Altum 114, Faction Prodigy 4.0, & Black Crows Atris.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Marker Duke PT binding for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Marker Duke PT 16

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Update 3.25.20: Jonathan Ellsworth now adds his initial impressions of the Duke PT binding.

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