Sam Shaheen

Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Dynastar Menace 98 for Blister

Deep Dive: Dynastar Menace 98

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

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Sam Shaheen reviews the Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs for Blister

Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs

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The brand-new Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs replace their well-loved Descensionsist Pants. So how do the SnowDrifter Bibs compare to their predecessor and the rest of the ski / snowboard pants on the market?
Sam Shaheen reviews the Sweet Protection Firewall Goggle for Blister

Sweet Protection Firewall Goggle

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Sweet Protection has been making high-quality helmets and outerwear for years, and for 19/20, they're breaking into a new category — goggles. Check out our review of their new budget-oriented Firewall Goggle.
Sam Shaheen reviews the Patagonia R1 TechFace Pullover for Blister

Patagonia R1 TechFace Pullover

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Last year Patagonia released what quickly became one of our favorite layers for high-output activities in the mountains — the R1 TechFace Hoody. This year, they released a more minimal Pullover version, and for some people, it could be even better than the original. Check out our review.
Sam Shaheen and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Folsom Spar 88 for Blister

Deep Dive: Folsom Spar 88

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We compare the Spar 88 to the Blizzard Brahma, Head Monster 88 Ti, Nordica Enforcer 93, J Skis Masterblaster, Renoun Z-Line 90, Atomic Vantage 90 Ti, Armada Invictus 89Ti, K2 Ikonic 84Ti, and Black Crows Orb.

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Sam Shaheen and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Folsom Spar 88 for Blister

2021-2022 Folsom Spar 88

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Building a narrower “all-mountain” ski that actually works well all around the mountain is trickier (or, at least rarer) than you might think. But the Folsom Spar 88 does, and you can now check out our full review.
Jonathan Ellsworth and Sam Shaheen review the Dynastar Legend X96 for Blister

Deep Dive: Dynastar Legend X96

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We compare the Legend X96 to the Volkl Mantra M5, Blizzard Bonafide, J Skis Masterblaster, Nordica Enforcer 100, Moment Commander 98, Rossignol Experience 94 Ti, Atomic Vantage 97Ti, 4FRNT MSP 99, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Liberty Origin 96, Blizzard Rustler 9, Renoun Endurance 94, and ON3p Wrenegade 96.

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Sam Shaheen reviews the Mammut Trion Spine 50 Pack for Blister

Mammut Trion Spine 50 Backpack

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Mammut just released a new line of packs with a unique suspension system designed to move with you, rather than against you. So how does the Trion Spine compare to packs with similar designs, and where does this all-purpose alpine pack excel? Check out our full review.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Black Diamond Helio Active Shell for Blister.

Black Diamond Helio Active Shell

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The Black Diamond Helio Active Shell is an extremely impressive Gore-Tex jacket, and is worth a good look if you're a backcountry skier or snowboarder who appreciates weather resistance, breathability, and low weight. Check out our full review.
Sam Shaheen reviews the K2 Wayback 106 for Blister

2021-2022 K2 Wayback 106

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K2 overhauled their touring skis this year, and after spending a lot of time on it in a wide range of conditions, you can now check out our full review of the widest ski in the series, the Wayback 106.
Sam Shaheen reviews the Rab Sharp Edge Jacket & Pants for Blister

Rab Sharp Edge Jacket and Pants

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There aren't many kits out there designed specifically for ski mountaineering, but Rab's Sharp Edge Jacket and Pants are. So how do they perform in big terrain, and should you still be considering them even if you're not walking around in crampons and hacking your way up steep ice? Check out our full review.
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