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Luke Koppa reviews the Atomic Backland 107 for Blister

19/20 Atomic Backland 107

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Atomic’s wider touring ski.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Candide 4.0 for Blister.

19/20 Faction Candide 4.0

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the updated Faction Candide 4.0.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon QST 118 for Blister

2020-2021 Salomon QST 118

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Along with the rest of the Salomon QST skis, the widest ski in the brand’s lineup, the QST 118, is getting some updates for 19/20. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new QST 118.
Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Volkl Mantra 102 for Blister.

2021-2022 Volkl Mantra 102

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We had three reviewers on Volkl’s new Mantra 102 this year, and we all think it’s an excellent addition for skiers seeking high-speed stability and all-round performance.
Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Salomon QST 106 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon QST 106

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We were fans of the popular Salomon QST 106, and it was one of our top picks for “50/50” inbounds & backcountry use. But for 19/20, Salomon has redesigned this ski, and we think it now has a different target demographic. Check out our review of the new QST 106.
Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Salomon QST 106 for Blister

Deep Dive: Salomon QST 106

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We compare the 19/20 QST 106 to the previous QST 106, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, ON3P Woodsman 108, 4FRNT MSP 107, Rossignol Soul 7 HD, Line Sick Day 104, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, Salomon QST 99, Liberty Origin 106, Elan Ripstick 106, G3 ROAMr 108, ON3P Wrenegade 108, Prior Husume, Black Crows Corvus, Moment Commander 108, J Skis Metal, Blizzard Cochise, and Faction Dictator 3.0.

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Blister Outdoor Gear review Crested Butte

19/20 Argent Badger

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Argent's stiff, heavy, big-mountain charger.

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Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa, and Sam Shaheen review the Salomon QST 99 for Blister

2020-2021 Salomon QST 99

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Salomon overhauled their QST 99 for 19/20, and we think the new ski ought to be very appealing to a whole lot of skiers. Check out our full review.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Faction Candide 5.0 for BLISTER

19/20 Faction Candide 5.0

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Candide Thovex's signature ski.

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Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the K2 Mindbender 116C for Blister

2021-2022 K2 Mindbender 116C

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Apart from the name, the new K2 Mindbender 116C doesn’t share a lot in common with the Mindbender 99Ti and Mindbender 108Ti. And that’s no accident. Check out our full review for more.
Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty Origin 106 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty Origin 106

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When we first saw the 19/20 Liberty Origin 106, we thought the new ski could have increased versatility without losing much of what made it stand out from the competition. And after spending time on it, we think that’s exactly what Liberty has achieved. Check out our full review.
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