Reviews

Kara Williard reviews the Blizzard Black Pearl 94 for BLISTER.

2024-2025 Blizzard Black Pearl 94

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The Black Pearl series has defined Blizzard’s women-specific lineup for decades, but what’s changed with the 24/25 skis, and how does the widest model in the collection slot into the current all-mountain market? Here are our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons for the brand-new Black Pearl 94.
Kara Williard reviews the Blizzard Black Pearl 94 for BLISTER.

Deep Dive: Blizzard Black Pearl 94

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We compare the Blizzard Black Pearl 94 to the Blizzard Black Pearl 97, Nordica Santa Ana 92, Volkl Secret 96, Volkl Secret 102, Blizzard Sheeva 9, Armada Reliance 92Ti, Peak 98 by Bode, K2 Mindbender 99Ti W, Salomon QST Lumen 98, 4FRNT MSP CC, & Majesty Havoc 100 Ti.

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Dylan Wood and Luke Koppa review the K2 Reckoner KF for Blister

2024-2025 K2 Reckoner KF

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Karl Fostvedt and K2 have been working on a ski that suits Karl’s uniquely playful but hard-charging style, and the new Reckoner KF is the result. It’s an uncommon take on a modern all-mountain-freestyle ski, but for certain skiers, it’ll be a ton of fun. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons to learn more.
Dylan Wood and Luke Koppa review the K2 Reckoner KF for Blister

Deep Dive: K2 Reckoner KF

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We compare the K2 Reckoner KF to the K2 Reckoner 110, K2 Reckoner 124, K2 Reckoner 112, Moment Wildcat, Line Bacon 115, DPS Koala 111, Armada ARV 112, Icelantic Nomad 112, RMU Apostle 114, Head Oblivion 116, RMU Professor 111, Rossignol Blackops 118, Moment Deathwish, Rossignol Sender Free 110, Meier Leeper, Faction Studio 3, Prior Northwest 116, Black Crows Anima, Blizzard Rustler 11, Volkl Revolt 114, Line Optic 114, & Salomon QST Blank.

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Blister review the Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

2024-2025 Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

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Nordica claims the Steadfast 85 DC is "at home in any terrain and all conditions," but they also say similar things about their Enforcer skis, so what really makes the Steadfast 85 stand out? Here's our Full Review.
Blister reviews the Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

Deep Dive: Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

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We compare the Steadfast 85 DC to the Nordica Enforcer 94, Stockli Montero AR, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, Fischer The Curv GT 85, Rossignol Arcade 88, Volkl Peregrine 80, Kastle MX84, Head Supershape e-Rally, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Head Supershape e-Titan, Atomic Maverick 88 Ti, and Dynastar M-Cross 88.

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Blister reviews the Cane Creek Tigon rear shock

Cane Creek Tigon

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Air and coil shocks both have their merits, but what about a hybrid of the two? Cane Creek took a creative new direction with their Tigon shock. But has it worked? Check out our Full Review to find out.
Blister reviews the BMC URS AMP LT

BMC URS AMP LT

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The BMC URS AMP LT looks like a versatile off-road-focused eGravel Bike with progressive geometry and ample cargo-carrying capability — making for a very interesting take on the electrified Gravel Bike category.
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