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Luke Koppa reviews the RMU North Shore 108 for Blister

2020-2021 RMU North Shore 108

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RMU’s North Shore 108 seems to combine elements from both the more directional, harder-charging end of the spectrum, as well as the more forgiving and playful side. So what does that actually look like? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.
Luke Koppa reviews the RMU North Shore 108 for Blister

19/20 RMU North Shore 108

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of RMU's narrower big-mountain ski.

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Blister's Ski Pole Roundup — 2019

Ski Pole Roundup — 2019

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Not all ski poles are created equal, so after spending dozens of seasons and hundreds of days using a whole bunch of them, we offer this roundup of a bunch of inbounds and backcountry-oriented options.
Luke Koppa reviews the Line Vision 108 for Blister

19/20 Line Vision 108

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After getting more time on it, we've updated our initial on-snow impressions of Line's very light Vision 108.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 106Ti LTD for Blister

19/20 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Armada's metal-laminate freestyle ski, the ARV 106Ti.

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Blister's Winter 2019 Hoodie Roundup

Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019

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That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.
Luke Koppa, Sam Shaheen, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Dynastar PR-OTO Factory for Blister

2021-2022 Dynastar M-Free 118

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It's been a good year to test pow skis in Crested Butte, and the Dynastar M-Free 118 is one of the most surprising ones we've been on. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
Luke Koppa, Sam Shaheen, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Dynastar PR-OTO Factory for Blister

Deep Dive: Dynastar PR-OTO Factory

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We compare the PR-OTO Factory to the Rossignol Black Ops 118, ON3P Renegade 114, Prior CBC, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Head Kore 117, Nordica Enforcer Pro, Blizzard Spur, K2 Catamaran, and Icelantic Nomad 115.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Arc'teryx Sabre LT Jacket for Blister

Arc’teryx Sabre LT Jacket

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This year Arc'teryx released the Sabre LT Jacket — a lighter and more comfortable version of their classic Sabre Jacket. So how does the "LT" version compare to the original and other options on the market? Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa reviews the 4FRNT Inthayne for Blister

19/20 4FRNT Inthayne

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We just finished a pow-filled day on the 4FRNT Inthayne, and here you can check out our initial on-snow impressions.

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Patagonia celebrates 20 years of the R1 fleece with a video by Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll and Nico Favresse; Blister

Patagona — “Done in R1”

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The iconic Patagonia R1 Fleece has now been around for 20 years. To celebrate, Patagonia not only increased the recycled content in the line, but they also released one of the most hilarious product-promo videos we've ever seen. Check it out.
Luke Koppa reviews the Line Sir Francis Bacon for Blister

19/20 Line Sir Francis Bacon

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the redesigned Sir Francis Bacon.

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Blister reviews the Blizzard Zero G 105

2021-2022 Blizzard Zero G 105

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Blizzard decided to overhaul their Zero G touring skis for 19/20, so the question (as always) is how similar or different are the new skis? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the brand-new Zero G 105.
Luke Koppa reviews the Nordica Enforcer 104 Free for Blister

19/20 Nordica Enforcer 104 Free

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Update 2.8.19: Check out our updated on-snow impressions of the brand-new Enforcer 104 Free, with comparisons to the Fischer Ranger 102 FR.

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