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Flash Review: 2016-2017 Fischer Travers Carbon

January 29, 2018February 6, 2016 by Cy Whitling

We’re putting time on Fischer’s newest ultralight AT boot.

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6th Annual Blister Awards, SIA

February 7, 2017February 3, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Time for Part 2 of the Blister SIA awards.

Blister Gear Review previews the Nordica Enforcer 93

Profile: 2016-2017 Nordica Enforcer 93

January 31, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Nordica had so much success this season with their redesigned Enforcer that for 16/17, they're adding a narrower version to the lineup. Check it out.

Profile: 2016-2017 K2 Marksman

January 31, 2016January 30, 2016 by Cy Whitling

We already touched on the new K2 Marksman in our coverage of new skis at Outdoor Retailer, but we dove in a little deeper at SIA.

Mammut Spindrift Guide Pack

January 27, 2016 by Cy Whitling

The Mammut Spindrift Guide has the volume and features necessary to haul a lot of gear, but is still versatile enough for everyday use.

Anon M3 MFI Goggle

December 6, 2017January 26, 2016 by Cy Whitling

With the M2, Anon had already made a nearly perfect goggle. So what does their M3 bring to the table? Several things, actually, including over-the-glasses compatibility...

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Marker Kingpin 13 for Blister Gear review.

2nd Look: Marker Kingpin 13

May 29, 2020January 25, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan Ellsworth offers his take on the Marker Kingpin AT binding, and why it's the first AT binding he's ever loved.

Arc’teryx Cerium SV Jacket

January 23, 2016 by Dave Alie

The Arc'teryx Cerium SV Jacket shines in extreme cold, especially when belaying ice climbs.

Trew Roam 3/4 Bib

January 19, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Trew’s Roam ¾ Bib delivers a blend of features and performance optimized for the backcountry.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Liberty Origin96 for Blister Gear Review.

Flash Review: 2016-2017 Liberty Origin96

January 29, 2018January 18, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’ve got two days on the Liberty Origin96, and we’ve never skied anything quite like it.

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Ski lengths, Mount Points, & Different Types of Skis

January 15, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

How do length and skiing style relate to mount location, particularly when choosing drastically different skis?

Paul Forward reviews the 2015-2016 Blizzard Zero G for Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 Blizzard Zero G 108

January 14, 2019January 15, 2016 by Paul Forward

At less than 1800 grams per ski, the Blizzard Zero G 108 is one of the most powerful and predictable lightweight touring skis we’ve used, and we've got an update after more time on the ski in Alaska.

Trew Wander Jacket

January 17, 2016January 14, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Trew’s new touring-specific Wander jacket breathes well, has smart, functional features, and comes at a great price.

Jason Hutchins reviews the Rossignol Alltrack 130 for Blister Review

Rossignol AllTrack Pro 130 WTR

September 13, 2016January 13, 2016 by Jason Hutchins

The AllTrack Pro 130 WTR from Rossignol delivers a versatile fit and confidence inspiring performance.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the DPS Foundation 106 for Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 DPS Wailer 106 Foundation

November 27, 2018January 11, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

If you’ve previously had a Goldilocks problem trying to decide whether to go with the DPS Wailer 99 Hybrid or the Wailer 112RP Hybrid, you are now in luck. Meet the DPS Wailer 106, DPS’s new one-ski-quiver, and their new “Foundation” construction.