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Reviews

2012-2013 DPS Nina 99

February 11, 2013February 5, 2013 by Stella Selden
The DPS Nina 99 was built for versatility, and the result is a fun, maneuverable, and lightweight ski.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Nordica Soul Rider, Blister Gear Review

Update: 2016-2017 Nordica Soul Rider

December 4, 2016February 4, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
The Nordica Soul Rider is good for playing anywhere on the mountain, including in the park, moguls, crud, and pow.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing

Arc’teryx Sentinel Pant

April 27, 2013February 1, 2013 by Morgan Sweeney
The Arc'teryx Sentinel Pant incorporates top-notch materials and breaks the mold when it comes to a women's-specific fit.
Categories Apparel, Pants, Recommended, Reviews

2012-2013 Praxis Concept

January 31, 2013January 31, 2013 by Noah Bodman
We see some unusual ski designs and shapes around here, but the Praxis Concept might take the cake. Here, peculiarity equals versatility.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Moment Governor, Blister Gear Review

2012-2013 MOMENT Governor

March 3, 2013January 30, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
The Moment Governor is a very stable pow ski that shines in variable conditions. In short, it's a serious ski that isn't as punishing as it looks.
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2nd Look: 2015-2016 Salomon Q-115

September 29, 2015January 29, 2013 by Ryan Caspar
Pow, trees, airs, and PILLOWS. The versatile Salomon Rocker2 115 continued to impress us at Jackson Hole.
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2012-2013 DPS Wailer 112RPC

November 6, 2014January 28, 2013 by Will Brown
The DPS Wailer 112RPC rewards aggressive, precise skiing, and won’t let you get away with sloppy or passive input in bumped-up terrain.
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Oakley Unification Pro Pants

January 29, 2013January 28, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
The fit, protection, and breathability of the Oakley Unification Pro Pants make it pretty hard to envision a better choice for backcountry touring.
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Oakley Unification Pro Jacket

January 28, 2013January 27, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
A great choice if you earn your turns, the Oakley Unification Pro jacket delivers exceptional wind and water protection while maintaining a very high degree of breathability.
Categories Apparel, Jackets, Recommended, Reviews
Moment Boville Pant, Blister Gear Review

Moment Boville Pant

March 1, 2013January 25, 2013 by Scott Nelson
Slim is in around the park, so we headed there to check out Moment's slim-fitting pant, the Boville.
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Venture Odin, Blister Gear Review

2012-2013 Venture Odin

February 27, 2013January 24, 2013 by Lance Peterson
The Venture Odin is a big-mountain board that's fast, forgiving, and fun, and won’t punish riders who are looking to advance.
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Moment Bantam Jacket & Pants, Blister Gear Review

Moment Bantam Jacket and Pants

February 19, 2013January 23, 2013 by Will Brown
The Moment Bantam jacket and pants are comfortable, perform well for the price, and have a unique look unlike anything we've seen before.
Categories Apparel, Featured, Jackets, Pants, Recommended, Reviews

The North Face Fargo Cargo Pants

February 19, 2013January 22, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
After more than 175 days of skiing, The North Face Fargo Cargo pants have proven to be a great value: comfortable, durable—and affordable.
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Kingswood SMB, Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 Kingswood Skis SMB

November 28, 2018January 22, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
The Kingswood Skis SMB is not only one of the most beautifully built skis we've seen, it's an extremely capable pow ski that holds its own when the going gets variable.
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Black Diamond Guide Lobster Mitt

Black Diamond Guide Lobster Mitt

January 22, 2013January 21, 2013 by Jed Doane
For those who are looking for the outstanding warmth, waterproofing, and dexterity of a trigger-mitt design, the Black Diamond Guide Lobster Mitt deserves to be on your short list.
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SmartWool Midweight Pattern Top and Bottom

February 13, 2013January 20, 2013 by Julia Van Raalte
The SmartWool Midweight Pattern top and bottoms offer great cold-weather protection, durability, and a stylish look.
Categories Base Layers, Recommended, Reviews

Merrell Reze Mid Boot

October 31, 2014January 19, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
For the countless occasions when a hardcore, technical boot would be overkill, the Merrell Reze Mid is a casual, comfortable option with a distinctive look.
Categories Footwear, Recommended, Reviews

3rd Look: MOMENT Night Train

November 5, 2014January 18, 2013 by Andrew Gregovich
The Moment Night Train occupies a realm between more playful backcountry jib skis and burly big-mountain pow skis, a great niche if it fits your skiing style.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Skiing

Reader Review: 2015-2016 Nordica Patron

September 22, 2015January 18, 2013 by Hannah Follender
For former D-1 ski racer & park rat turned comp skier, Hannah Follender, the Patron performs excellently when doing what it was designed for—groomers, powder, tight trees, and jibbing.
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2013-2014 Atomic Automatic, 193cm

November 18, 2013January 18, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
Time to weigh in: 186 Automatic vs. 193 Automatic.
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