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Paul Forward reviews the Dynafit Ridge Pro ski boot for Blister

2025-2026 Dynafit Ridge Pro Ski Boot

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The Ridge Pro is the latest collab between Dynafit and Eric ‘Hoji’ Hjorleifson, and it’s proven to offer a really impressive blend of uphill efficiency and downhill capability — but there are some caveats to consider. Check out our Full Review for the whole story.
Paul Forward reviews the Heritage Lab Swallowtail R120 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Heritage Lab Swallowtail R120

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Reviewer and heli-guide, Paul Forward, has been testing a new version of Heritage Lab’s big-mountain powder ski, the Swallowtail R120. Here are his initial impressions after his first days with it in Alaska.

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Paul Forward reviews the v2 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro for Blister

2024-2025 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

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Since its introduction, the Zero G Tour Pro has been one of the most impressive touring boots we’ve tested, but Tecnica updated it this season. So, did they manage to improve upon an already excellent design? Here's our Full Review.
Paul Forward reviews the Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

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We've been A/B testing the original and updated versions of Tecnica's venerable Zero G Tour Pro — here are our thoughts so far on how the new boot compares.

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2024-2025 Armada Locator 112

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Our reviewer, Paul Forward, has been testing all sorts of touring skis for years, especially light and fat ones, and he says the Armada Locator 112 has “quickly become one of my favorite all-round skis for any of my human-powered skiing endeavors.” Check out our Full Review to see why.
Paul Forward reviews the Heritage Lab HB122 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Heritage Lab HB122

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The HB122 is one of Heritage Lab's latest models, inspired by the iconic K2 HellBent — here are Paul Forward's initial thoughts on this big, fully rockered pow ski.

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Paul Forward reviews the Fischer RC4 Pro MV DYN BOA Zipfit for Blister | photo by Dan Starr

Flash Review: 24/25 Fischer RC4 Pro MV DYN BOA Zipfit

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Fischer is adding a new model to their high-end RC4 Pro line, and this one has tech inserts for touring — but no walk mode. Check out Paul Forward's initial impressions.

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Paul Forward reviews the Dynafit Ridge binding for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Dynafit Ridge Binding

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Dynafit's new Ridge AT binding is not only impressive when it comes to ease of use, but also its performance. Check out our initial impressions.

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Paul Forward reviews the Heritage Lab FR 110 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Heritage Lab FR110

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The FR110 is one of the latest additions to Heritage Lab's unique ski lineup — here are Paul Forward's initial on-snow impressions.

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Paul Forward reviews the Folsom Giver for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Folsom Giver

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Paul Forward has been spending time on a custom version of Folsom's Giver shape that's designed for daily skiing at Alyeska — check out his initial impressions.

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Paul Forward reviews the Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon for Blister

2023-2024 Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon

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Despite it being Tecnica's first foray into the 1-kg class of touring boots, the Zero G Peak Carbon is an extremely impressive product. Check out our full review to learn more, including how it compares to several other boots in its class.
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