Sessions Drone Jacket and Clone Pants
The Sessions Drone jacket and Clone pants score well in terms of waterproofing and breathability, but there are some notable design shortcomings.
Reviews
Patagonia Triolet Jacket
When serious weather protection and durability are more important than saving a few ounces or ultra-packability, the Patagonia Triolet jacket is a stellar option.
2015-2016 SkiLogik Howitzer
The SkiLogik Howitzer is well balanced and intuitive, stable at speed, and fun on groomers and in pow. In short, it's worth a look.
G3 Alpinist vs. G3 Alpinist High Traction Climbing Skins
The G3 Alpinist and Alpinist High Traction climbing skins are both great options—in the right terrain.
2012-2013 Praxis WooTest 2.0
Reviewer Kevin Bazar said the Praxis WooTest was the best backcountry ski he’d ever owned. After a few tweaks, he thinks the new WooTest is even better.
SCOTT Explorair Tech Women’s Pant
The Scott Explorair Tech Women's Pant utilizes Gore-Tex Pro Shell for outstanding breathability and water & wind protection. Take a look, especially if you're earning some of your turns.
SnowXu Collapsible Snowshoe
The new SnowXu Collapsible Snowshoe is one of the lightest snowshoes out there. But is it ready for serious backcountry use?
Moment Deathwish VS. Praxis Concept
The Moment Deathwish and Praxis Concept: two skis with weird camber profiles, designed for slarving and pivoting while maintaining edge hold. Time for a "VS." review.
Patagonia PowSlayer Jacket
The Patagonia PowSlayer is a well-engineered, lightweight, and durable jacket with a price tag to match its performance.
UPDATE: Dynafit Beast 16 AT Binding
The Dynafit Beast 16 has a massive amount of technology, a massive amount of R&D, and it comes with a massive price tag. It demanded a massive, honest review. This is a Must Read.
Westcomb Skeena Wool Hoody LE
The Westcomb Skeena Wool Hoody softshell strikes a rare balance of Casual & Technical, with a very cool shell fabric we'd never seen before.
Icebreaker Carve Full-Zip Top
The Icebreaker Carve Full-Zip Top is warm, breathable, comfortable, and, perhaps best of all, versatile.
2nd Look: 2016-2017 SCOTT Punisher
Here’s a 2nd Look on the very good Scott Punisher by BLISTER reader Johannes Simon, with comparisons between the 183 and 189 Punisher.
2015-2016 DPS Wailer 112RPC, Pure3
DPS's new Pure3 construction is supposed to make their skis "more powerful, damper, and more refined." We've A / B'd the current RPC with the new RPC to see for ourselves.
2014-2015 Kastle BMX108
The Kastle BMX108 is a big-mountain charger that crushes variable conditions and favors power over finesse.
2016-2017 Armada Norwalk
For those who like the sound of the Armada JJ's light swing weight, easy turn initiation, and hook-free feel in fresh snow, but want a more directional ski with a beefier tail for more aggressive riding, meet the Norwalk.
2012-2013 DPS Yvette 112RP Pure
Not just a great pow ski, the DPS Yvette 112RP also performs well in glades, moguls, and on groomers.
ZipFit GARA Liner
The ZipFit GARA liner offers a rare blend of durability, performance, and comfort, rather than forcing you to pick just one.
2014-2015 Black Diamond Zealot, 192cm
We've weighed in on the 182cm Black Diamond Zealot, time now for the 192. It's a different, bigger beast that wants you to become one with the fall line.
2015-2016 RAMP Groundhog
The RAMP Groundhog is a one-ski quiver that carves well in all conditions, but there are a few things freeheelers should note to really get this ski dialed.