Blister reviews the Line Pandora 99

Flash Review: 24/25 Line Pandora 99

We’ve had multiple reviewers on multiple lengths of Line’s new unisex Pandora 99. Here are some of our initial impressions of this lightweight all-mountain ski.

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Blister reviews the OneUp Clip Pedals

OneUp Components Clip Pedals

OneUp has officially entered the clipless pedal game. The new Clip Pedals are based around an SPD cleat, but OneUp has developed their own custom mechanism — and has some interesting claims about how it differs from other SPD pedals. Check out our First Look for the rundown.

Flash Review: 25/26 Fischer RC4 Noize

Jonathan Ellsworth has logged a couple of days on Fischer’s new World-Cup-inspired RC4 Noize — here are his initial thoughts on this 66mm-wide carver.

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2025-2026 Fischer RC4 Noize

Fischer has unveiled their latest collection of competition-race and race-inspired skis, and we’ve started testing them. Here are the details on the new RC4 Noize models, their unique construction, and more.
Blister reviews the Armada Declivity X 102

2024-2025 Armada Declivity X 102

The Armada Declivity 102 Ti was a favorite of some of our reviewers, but this season Armada updated it. So, does the new Declivity X 102 still provide the same, well, ‘x-factor’ of the original? Here’s our Full Review.
Blister reviews the Armada Declivity X 102

Deep Dive: Armada Declivity X 102

We compare the Declivity X 102 to the Armada Declivity 102 Ti, Armada Declivity X 108, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Salomon Stance 102, Rossignol Sender Soul 102, Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti, Head Kore 99, Völkl Mantra 102, Nordica Enforcer 104, Stöckli Stormrider 102, Atomic Maverick 105 CTI, Fischer Ranger 102, Blizzard Rustler 10, and Line Optic 104.

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Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Reckoner 110 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 K2 Reckoner 110

The new Reckoner 110 has been spotted everywhere from the park to the top of FWT podiums, but what’s it like for us non-pro skiers? Here are Luke Koppa’s initial thoughts.

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David Golay reviews the Öhlins RXF36 m.3 for Blister

Öhlins RXF36 m.3

Öhlins’ longstanding RXF36 Trail bike fork is now available in an updated m.3 generation version. So what has Öhlins changed, and how does the new RXF36 m.3 fit into their lineup?
Blister reviews the Jones Storm Chaser

2024-2025 Jones Storm Chaser, 152 cm

Volume-shifted boards have been having a moment in the past several years, promising playfulness matched to a whole lot of float. Born from the mind of surfboard shaper Chris Christenson, the Jones Storm Chaser is a unique take on the short-and-wide concept — and one that really impresses in the right conditions. Check out our Full Review to see how we got along with it.
Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 108

Flash Review: 24/25 Dynastar M-Free 108

Jonathan and Luke spent time this weekend on the updated Dynastar M-Free 108, and here are their initial impressions.

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Kara Williard reviews the Nordica Santa Ana 92 for Blister

2024-2025 Nordica Santa Ana 92

Nordica updated several of their longest-standing skis this season, and we’ve now spent a lot of time testing the all-new Santa Ana 92. Here’s our Full Review of this women’s all-mountain ski.
Kara Williard reviews the Nordica Santa Ana 92 for Blister

Deep Dive: Nordica Santa Ana 92

We compare the Nordica Santa Ana 92 to the previous Nordica Santa Ana 93, Nordica Santa Ana 102, Blizzard Black Pearl 94, Volkl Secret 96, K2 Mindbender 89Ti W, Majesty Havoc 90 Ti, Atomic Maven 93 C, Dynastar M-Pro 92 W, Blizzard Sheeva 9, Armada Reliance 92 Ti, Peak 98 by Bode, K2 Mindbender 99Ti W, & 4FRNT MSP CC.

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Blister reviews the Commencal T.E.M.P.O. Power

Commencal T.E.M.P.O. Power

The new T.E.M.P.O. Power is Commencal’s latest eMTB, adding Bosch’s lightweight Performance Line SX motor to their shortest-travel Trail bike, with an emphasis on versatility and playfulness. Check out our First Look to see how Commencal has approached its goal of creating a lively lightweight eMTB.
Blister reviews the Armada AR ONE 130 MV

2025-2026 Armada AR ONE 130 MV

Armada just entered the ski-boot market, and we’ve started testing their flagship model, the AR ONE 130 MV. Here are the details on the AR ONE collection as a whole, and the specs and features of the AR ONE 130 MV.
Simon Stewart reviews the Santa Cruz Vala

Flash Review: Santa Cruz Vala

The Santa Cruz Vala has a new suspension design and Bosch's updated CX motor. Check out our initial impressions.

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