BLISTER HEADS EAST
To celebrate BLISTER's one year anniversary and to start off year two with a bang, we're heading to Niseko, Japan, for its deep, light snow, with more than a dozen new skis.
BANG.
Features
GEAR 101: What Is Flipcore?
There's been a lot of hype around Blizzard's Flipcore technology. Problem is, the ski industry's been so busy throwing awards at it that nobody's bothered to explain it. Here's our crack at it.
The Praxis WooTest
The backcountry-ready Praxis WooTest is about to become a reality. Find out how you, too, can get your very own WooTest (and what's up with this dog).
Protesting the Backcountry: Building a Better Backcountry Ski
There once was a guy who dreamed of a very specific backcountry ski. Problem was, nobody made it. But that's about to change. Kevin Bazar explains why he thinks the "WooTest" will rule, why sidecut is overrated, and why Praxis Skis is the perfect company to build his dream ski.
Trip Report: Taos Ski Valley
Right now, Taos Ski Valley is the place to be. But don't just take our word for it, go ahead and take a look....
20 Questions: Scott Andrus, ON3P skis
In the first installment of our new series, 20 QUESTIONS, Scott Andrus, founder and president of ON3P skis, provides a very candid, behind the scenes look at the life and work of an upstart ski builder.
Trip Report: The Road
BLISTER is hitting the road and kicking off its North American ski and snowboard review season. We compiled some of our favorite shots from the road this past year, and figured we'd share them as we prepare to do it all over again. Enjoy.
ROCKER 101: A Brief History of Rocker + A Glossary of Terms
Pretty much everything you ever needed to know about Rocker, including a brief history and a glossary of relevant terms.
SKIING 101: Safer Skiing – The Case For Fatter, Rockered Skis
Sure, fat, rockered skis are all the rage, but are they right for you? Before you say No, you might want to think first about your safety.
2011 Interbike Awards
Check out BLISTER's Interbike roundup, chock full of carbon fiber, ugly carpet, and some of the loveliest (and most powerful!) ladies of Las Vegas.
Interbike, Vegas, 2011
Will Taylor is your tour guide through day 1 at Interbike. He'll show you the good, the lame, and the trendy.
BLISTER, Las Leñas.
Three of our favorite things—Las Leñas, Santa Rosa, and Bassnectar—all in one video.
Trip Report: Las Leñas – Week 1
Our first week in Las Leñas was truly amazing. These pictures will show you why.
Trip Report: Las Leñas – The Arrival
If you’re going to ski big, South American lines in August, you’re going to have to work a little for it.
And if you’re going to take eight pairs of skis—re…
BLISTER HEADS SOUTH
BLISTER is heading to Las Leñas, Argentina. For 15 days. With 8 of the upcoming season's sickest skis.
South American Ski Test: Our Selections
The roll out begins with a bang. Check out our first two selections.