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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Nordica Enforcer for Blister Gear Review

Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer 100

July 17, 2018January 1, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Updated: 1.01.17 – We compare the Enforcer to the J Skis Masterblaster, Blizzard Bonafide, Rossignol Experience 100, Volkl Mantra, Line Supernatural 100, and more…

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the J Skis Masterblaster for Blister Review

Deep Dive: J Skis Masterblaster

September 13, 2018January 1, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Updated: 1.06.17: We compare the 181 and 187 cm Masterblaster to eight other skis.

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Tom Collier reviews the Turner RFX 4.0 for Blister Gear Review.

Turner RFX V4.0

December 28, 2016 by Tom Collier

We weigh in on the Turner RFX V4.0, and compare it to other bikes in the “versatile trail bike” category.

2020-2021 Amplid UNW8

December 16, 2020December 27, 2016 by Justin Bobb

We were huge fans of the original Amplid UNW8, so how does the updated board perform?

Andrew Forward reviews the Karakoram Prime Connect binding for Blister Gear Review

First Look: 2016-17 Karakoram Prime Connect Snowboard Binding

January 23, 2017December 26, 2016 by Andrew Forward

Karakoram’s Prime Connect swaps easily between boards and can be use inbounds and in the backcountry.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Sweet Protection Trooper MIPS helmet for Blister Review.

Sweet Protection Trooper MIPS Helmet

December 24, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Sweet Protection Trooper MIPS is one of the nicest helmets we've reviewed, and one of the helmets we'd trust most in a crash.

Cy Whitling reviews the K2 Pinnacle Pro for Blister Gear Review.

First Look: 2018-2019 K2 Pinnacle 130 and Pinnacle Pro 130

November 28, 2018December 22, 2016 by Cy Whitling

K2 has revised their Pinnacle 130 boot, and released the lighter Pinnacle Pro 130. So how do these two boots compare, and what else do you need to know?

Noah Bodman reviews the ENVE M60 HV for Blister Gear Review

ENVE M60 Forty HV 29” Wheels

December 21, 2016December 21, 2016 by Noah Bodman

After 10 months of riding on ENVE's M60 Forty HV wheels, we've got a long-term update.

Blister Gift Guide

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2016

October 18, 2021December 20, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

If you've been busy skiing pow and still need to find a few gifts, we can help with some great last-minute ideas.

Blister Gear Review at Mt Bachelor for Wall Street Suites in Bend OR.

Wallstreet Suites, Bend, Oregon

December 17, 2016December 15, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

This is our second time staying at Wallstreet Suites, and it’s an easy place to recommend. It’s a comfortable, unpretentious place run by very nice people …

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Line Pescado for Blister Gear Review.

2021-2022 Line Pescado

December 10, 2021December 12, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Line Pescado is a super fun, poppy, fat ski that is more versatile than we’d ever imagined.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews Hamilton for Blister Gear Review.

Random Review: Hamilton – An American Musical

December 21, 2016December 9, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Nothing has had more hype. So, is it overrated?

Jonthan Ellsworth talks running length and edge hold for Blister Gear Review.

Ski Nerdery: Running Length & Edge Hold

December 8, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

So what properties give a ski good edge hold on ice? What should you be looking for? And how does "running length" relate? We discuss in our latest Topic of the Week.

Armada Crest Pants

December 7, 2016 by Cy Whitling

If you’re looking for a single ski pant to use for riding inbounds and backcountry touring, the Armada Crest is a great option.

Luke Koppa reviews the Arc'teryx Alpha FL Jacket for Blister Gear Review.

Arc’teryx Alpha FL Jacket

June 30, 2018December 6, 2016 by Luke Koppa

While the "FL" stands for Fast & Light," we found the Arc'teryx Alpha FL to be a surprisingly versatile hardshell.

Cy Whitling reviews the Armada Sherwin Jacket for Blister Gear Review.

Armada Sherwin Jacket

December 5, 2016 by Cy Whitling

The Armada Sherwin jacket is one of our new favorite “50/50” jackets — it excels inbounds, but isn’t out of place on the skin track

Marti Bruce reviews the Bryton Rider 330 for Blister Gear Review,

Bryton Rider 330 Bike Computer

October 27, 2021December 3, 2016 by Marti Bruce

The Bryton Rider 330 bike computer is a great way to record your rides accurately and save some battery life on your phone.

Noah Bodman reviews the Race Face Agent Short for Blister Gear Review.

Race Face Agent Shorts

December 3, 2016 by Noah Bodman

Winter riding is a battle to have fun while fighting off the discomfort that comes with riding a bike in the cold and wet, and the Race Face Agent shorts make wet rides more comfortable.

Blister Outdoor Gear review Crested Butte

2016-2017 Climbing Skins Comparisons

July 4, 2017November 30, 2016 by Paul Forward

Grip or Glide? Low weight or Super Durable? Priorities differ when it comes to climbing skins, so we’ve compared the current crop of skins to help you determine which will work best for you.

Noah Bodman on the Race Face Turbine Dropper Post, Whistler, BC.

Race Face Turbine Dropper Post

November 29, 2016November 29, 2016 by Noah Bodman

The Race Face Turbine is an innovative dropper post that solves most of the problems that come with many other droppers. But it’s not without its quirks.

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