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Will Brown reviews the Moment Tahoe, Blister Gear Review.

2017-2018 Moment Tahoe 96

January 10, 2018April 5, 2015 by Will Brown

The Moment Tahoe is no joke. And when it comes to making big turns at very high speeds, we haven't skied anything that rivals it.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the DPS Wailer 112RP2 Tour1

2019-2020 DPS Wailer 112 Tour1

February 3, 2020April 4, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

DPS has released a line of light, touring-specific skis with their new "Tour1" construction, and we've been putting in some time on the Wailer 112RP2 Tour1 in Alaska.

Burton Ion

April 3, 2015April 3, 2015 by Colin Boyd

It's been a staple in Burton's boot line for years, but the latest version of the Ion may be the best yet.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Blizzard Spur for Blister Gear Review

2016-2017 Blizzard Spur

November 25, 2016March 31, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Update: we've added a 2nd review of the Spur by Paul Forward, conducted while heli & resort skiing in Alaska.

Giro Discord Helmet

September 13, 2016March 30, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

The Giro Discord is a new helmet this season with a clean, simple look and well-designed features.

Strafe Temerity Jacket and Pants

July 24, 2015March 29, 2015 by Will Brown

Finally, there’s another more freeride-focused outerwear kit made with Polartec NeoShell: the new Temerity jacket and pants from Strafe.

Black Diamond Stinger Crampon

March 28, 2015 by Dave Alie

The Black Diamond Stinger is a very well-rounded, affordable crampon for steep water ice & mixed technical climbing.

Topic of the Week - Easy vs. Demanding Skis, Blister Gear Review

Arc’teryx Lithic Comp Jacket

December 7, 2015March 27, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Touring season is upon us, and Arc'teryx's new hybrid soft shell / hard shell, the Lithic Comp, is a very impressive option.

Will Brown reviews the Whitedot Director, Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Whitedot Director

November 27, 2018March 24, 2015 by Will Brown

For an all-mountain charger of this width, the Whitedot Director is the best we’ve tested in deep powder.

Cotopaxi Cayambe 20L Ski Pack

March 21, 2015 by Brett Carroll

Cotopaxi is a company that's committed to doing tangible good around the world, and to making great products. We put their 20 liter ski-carry pack to the test.

Dakine Quinn Jacket

March 20, 2015 by Stella Selden

The Dakine Quinn Jacket is a longer, stylish shell that is a good option for resort and backcountry skiing.

Will Brown reviews the Moment Ghost Train, Blister Gear Review.

2016-2017 Moment Ghost Train

December 4, 2016March 19, 2015 by Will Brown

The Moment Ghost Train is a weird looking pow ski that may force us to turn the expression “two-faced” into a compliment.

Charlie Bradley reviews the Dodge Ski Boot, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Dodge Ski Boot

March 16, 2015 by Charlie Bradley

Dodge is making a carbon fiber ski boot that is quite stiff, customizable, and skis great on piste.

2019-2020 Blizzard Cochise

February 3, 2020March 15, 2015 by Will Brown

We've been A/B-ing the current and the new Blizzard Cochise, so here's our first review on its soft snow performance.

2016 Nordica Enforcer, Blister Gear Review.

Preview: 2015-2016 Nordica Enforcer

April 2, 2015March 14, 2015 by Will Brown

For 15/16, Nordica is bringing back the Enforcer—at least in name, and perhaps in character, too.

Christina Bruno reviews the Never Summer Raven for Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 Never Summer Raven

March 13, 2015 by Christina Bruno

The Never Summer Raven is a versatile, all-mountain performer that can be pushed hard while offering a forgiving ride.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Whitedot Redeemer for Blister Gear Review

2017-2018 Whitedot Redeemer

January 11, 2018March 12, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Whitedot Redeemer sits between more playful, forward-mounted pow skis and more substantial, traditionally-shaped skis. The less you feel like choosing sides, the more interesting you’ll find the Redeemer.