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Strafe Cham2 Pants

May 19, 2016May 19, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Strafe’s Cham2 pants are a top choice for freeride-oriented touring.

Flash Review: 17/18 ON3P Wrenegade Line: 88, 98, 108

January 29, 2018May 18, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

For 16/17, ON3P has completely overhauled & expanded their Wrenegade lineup of "all mountain chargers." Here's our initial look at all 3 skis, and how similar they feel on-snow.

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Marti Bruce reviews the Bryton Rider 310 for Blister Gear Review

Bryton Rider 310T Cycling Computer

May 17, 2016 by Marti Bruce

If you’re interested in a GPS cycling computer but have been deterred by the price, the Bryton Rider 310 is definitely worth considering.

Noah Bodman reviews the Santa Cruz 5010 for Blister Gear Review

2016 Santa Cruz 5010

May 17, 2016 by Noah Bodman

The geometry, linkage, and travel of the Santa Cruz 5010 have been updated for 2016. So is the new 5010 still a 5010?

Xan Marshland reviews the Bulls Bikes Black Adder 29 for Blister Gear Review

Bulls Black Adder 29

May 16, 2016 by Xan Marshland

The Bulls Black Adder 29 delivers a great ride at an incredible price.

ZOIC Women’s Bike Apparel

May 14, 2016 by Tasha Heilweil

We've been stacking up rides in ZOIC's new women's bike kit in preparation for summer.

Christina Bruno reviews the Never Summer Aura for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Never Summer Aura

November 28, 2018May 14, 2016 by Christina Bruno

The Never Summer Aura is a playful, responsive women's all-mountain board.

Jed Doane reviews the Burton Modified fish snowboard for Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 Burton Modified Fish

September 13, 2016May 13, 2016 by Jed Doane

The Burton Modified Fish is a powder-oriented snowboard that is actually surprisingly versatile.

Noah Bodman reviews the Leatt Airflex Pro Knee Pad for Blister Gear Review.

Leatt 3DF AirFit Lite Body Tee

May 12, 2016 by Noah Bodman

The Leatt 3DF AirFit Lite Tee is the most breathable and comfortable body armour we’ve used, and it still offers valuable protection.

2016-2017 Lange XT 130 Freetour LV

May 10, 2016May 10, 2016 by Paul Forward

With the new XT 130 Freetour, Lange has delivered a tech-compatible ski boot that makes no compromises on the descent.

Noah Bodman reviews the 2016 Devinci Spartan for Blister Gear Review.

Long-Term Test: Devinci Spartan

May 9, 2016 by Noah Bodman

Devinci’s Spartan returns largely unchanged for 2016, so this is a long-term update + a breakdown of the new component options.

Cy Whitling reviews the Peak Designs Capture Pro and Shell for Blister Gear Review.

Peak Design Capture Pro & Shell

May 7, 2016 by Cy Whitling

The best camera is the one you have with you, and the Capture Pro & Shell from Peak Design make it easier to keep your camera accessible and protected than any other system we’ve used.

Jonathan Ellsworth on the Blizzard Zero G 95, Mt. Hood, Oregon.

Flash Review: 2016-2017 Blizzard Zero G 95

January 29, 2018May 6, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

For how well put together the Zero G 95 is, it is impressively light. But how well does it actually ski? Here are some initial findings.

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Scott Nelson reviews the J Skis Whipit for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 J Skis Whipit

November 28, 2018May 4, 2016 by Scott Nelson

The J Skis Whipit is a playful park ski that would make a great east-coast one-ski park quiver.

Noah Bodman on the Maxxis Minion DHF & DHRII WT tires, Whitefish, MT.

Maxxis Minion DHF WT & DHRII WT

May 3, 2016 by Noah Bodman

We've spent a lot more time on Maxxis' new "Wide Trail" DHF and DHR II tires, which are optimized for wider rims. Here's what we've found.

2016-2017 Rossignol Soul 7 HD

February 22, 2018May 2, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We're getting more time on the Rossignol Soul 7 HD, here are some initial things you need to know about Rossi's new ski.

Strafe Cham 2 Jacket

April 25, 2016 by Cy Whitling

The Strafe Cham 2 Jacket is a very breathable touring jacket with a generous cut that make it a top contender for freeride-oriented touring.

Morgan Sweeney reviews the Liberty Genesis for Blister Gear Review.

2017-2018 Liberty Genesis 116

January 10, 2018April 23, 2016 by Morgan Sweeney

The Liberty Genesis is a very playful and pretty versatile women's powder ski.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the G3 FINDr 102 for Blister Review

Flash Review: G3 FINDr 102

January 29, 2018April 23, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We've got several days on the FINDr 102, and we talk about it + how it stacks up to the Line Tourist 102 + G3's new SCALA skins + the G3 ION 12 vs. the Marker Kingpin. Lots going on here...

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Noah Bodman takes a second look at the Moment Tahoe for Blister Gear Review

2nd Look: 2017-2018 Moment Tahoe

January 10, 2018April 20, 2016 by Noah Bodman

We take a 2nd Look at the Moment Tahoe in a variety of conditions, and especially when the snow is soft at all, found it to be a fantastic multi-tool.

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