Reviews

2012-2013 Salomon Guardian 16 & Atomic Tracker 16 AT binding

September 13, 2016September 18, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The new Salomon Guardian 16 / Atomic Tracker 16 is an AT binding with excellent downhill performance. It's also good at going uphill, but there are a few tricks and quirks you should know about.

Giro Code MTB Shoe

June 16, 2013September 14, 2012 by Jeremy Benson

The fit and power transfer of the Giro Code are definitely worth the price tag, but durability might be a concern IF your rides typically involve much hiking/walking.

2014-2015 Dynastar Cham 107

September 27, 2021September 13, 2012 by Ryan Caspar

The strength of the Dynastar Cham 107 is in its versatility. It's a multi-tool that does a lot of things well rather than absolutely stand out in a specific condition or application.

2014-2015 Fischer Big Stix 110

September 27, 2021September 12, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Fischer Big Stix 110 shines precisely where most tip and tail rockered skis falter. Take a look.

2015-2016 Salomon Q-115

September 27, 2021September 10, 2012 by Will Brown

The new Salomon Rocker2 115 is a big-mountain gun that shows some range—surprisingly easy and fun on groomers, yet still likely to satisfy the hard-charging crowd on any pow day.

UPDATE: SUNringlé Charger Pro Wheelset

September 3, 2013September 7, 2012 by Noah Bodman

For those looking for a solid all-mountain wheelset without dropping big bucks, the SUNringle Charger Pros are an attractive option. Just keep an eye on them at first.

2012-2013 Down Skis Countdown 3

September 27, 2021September 6, 2012 by Will Brown

The Down Skis Countdown 3 is a serious, damp big-mountain ski well suited to cut big, fast turns on a pow day, but capable of smearing and surfing turns when you ask.

2013-2014 Fischer Watea 106

September 27, 2021September 5, 2012 by Ryan Caspar

A stiffer ski with positive camber through the tails, the Fischer Watea 106 is not super playful or really easy to ski—it's for going hard and fast, period. In other words, bring your A game.

Lizard Skins Knee/Shin Combo Body Armor

September 25, 2012September 2, 2012 by Kevin Bazar

Reviewer Kevin Bazar has a lot of gripes with kneepads. A lot. So calling the Lizard Skins Knee/Shin Combo Body Armor "good pads" is a ringing endorsement. We agree.

2015-2016 Kastle XX110

September 27, 2021August 29, 2012 by Jason Hutchins

Kästle has gone in a new direction with their fully symmetrical XX110 West, and Colby West and Kästle both deserve a standing ovation for this pow / jib ski that can handle big-mountain lines.

Specialized Rime Shoe

June 16, 2013August 28, 2012 by Jeremy Benson

The Specialized Rime mountain bike shoe was designed with more than just riding in mind, with a Vibram sole and stable foot platform for easier walking. All-mountain/enduro riders, take note.

Sessions Drone Jacket & Clone Pants, Blister Gear Review

Exclusive First Look: 2012-2013 DPS Wailer 112RPC

September 27, 2021August 26, 2012 by Will Brown

The DPS Wailer 112RPC is the stiffer, wider, and more subtly rockered offspring of the popular Wailer 112RP. And while the "C" stands for charger, this apple hasn't fallen far from the tree. Check out BLISTER's exclusive first review.

2013-2014 Atomic Ritual

September 27, 2021August 23, 2012 by Ryan Caspar

The Atomic Ritual can be easily slashed and skidded, but is still a substantial ski to use as an everyday all-mountain charger.

Nordica Firearrow F1

September 25, 2012August 23, 2012 by Will Brown

Our fourth and final boot for Las Leñas? The Nordica Firearrow F1, a 3-piece design with a 100mm last for skiers who don't have ballerina-sized feet.

2013 Dalbello Krypton Two KR Pro

September 25, 2012August 23, 2012 by Will Brown

The Krypton Pro certainly isn't a stranger to the 3-piece boot market, but the 2013 Krypton Two KR Pro has been significantly re-hauled for 2013. We've been eager to check out a pair since trying the boots on at SIA, so we've brought them to Las Leñas.

Lange XT 130 LV

October 10, 2012August 22, 2012 by Ryan Caspar

Also with us in Las Leñas, the new Lange XT 130 LV, a freeride alpine boot with a walk mode. In short, Lange is calling it a high-performance alpine boot that climbs, and we're here to see if it lives up to the expectations.

Atomic Redster Pro 130, Blister Gear Review

12/13 Atomic Redster Pro 130

December 13, 2012August 22, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In addition to the 13 pairs of skis that we’ve brought to Las Leñas, we figured we might as well bring some boots, too. Here are the boots that we’ve been slinging over our shoulders and backpacks through airports and bus stations, and the boots we got on snow for the first time yesterday. First up, the 12/13 Atomic Redster Pro 130.