Season Aero Ski
“Stable and quick in all snow conditions” — that’s what Season says about their 96mm-wide Aero ski. And you can now check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons of this unique new ski to see what we have to say about it.
Reviews
Hoka One One Rincon 2
One of our reviewers says the recently redesigned Hoka Rincon 2 is "everything that a high-cushion shoe should be." Check out our review to see what he means, and how this lightweight, less-expensive shoe compares to its competition.
2021 Trek Slash
We’ve spent quite a bit of time now on the new Trek Slash, and three of our reviewers are weighing in on this smooth, stable, and surprisingly versatile long-travel bike. Check out our full review.
2021-2022 Tecnica Cochise 130
The Tecnica Cochise was one of the first boots designed to offer alpine-boot downhill performance with uphill capability, and they’re overhauling it for 21/22. Check out our First Look & Flash Review to see what they’ve changed and how the new boot compares to the current market.
2021-2022 Parlor Warbird
There are lots of smaller-batch ski manufacturers these days, but very few that have branched out into the category of dedicated carving skis. Parlor changed that with their Warbird — a 78mm-wide ski designed to excel on groomed snow.
On Running Cloudventure
The Cloudventure is On's take on a versatile, everyday trail running shoe — but with a few unique twists. Check out our review to see how it compares to many other options on the market, and where we think it makes the most sense.
2021-2022 J Skis Hotshot
We've now had two reviewers putting in a lot of time on J's playful, metal-laminate ski — and they're both big fans. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of the Hotshot.
Manitou Mara Pro Shock
We were very impressed by the Manitou Mezzer Pro Fork this past year, but what about the rear shock Manitou designed to pair with it? Check out our full review of the Mara Pro.
Atomic Announces New Maverick & Maven Skis
Atomic just announced the replacement to their current Vantage series: the brand-new Maverick & Maven all-mountain skis.
Topo Athletic Zephyr
We've seen many recent shoes designed to maximize efficiency for fast-paced road runs, but the Topo Zephyr stands out from the competition in several ways. Check out our review to learn more about this road shoe and whether it might work well for you.
Blister Brand Guide: Arc’teryx Trail Running Shoe Lineup, 2021
Best known by many for their high-end outerwear, Arc'teryx has been working for the past few years to expand their lineup of high-end trail running shoes. Check out our Brand Guide to learn more about their current options and how they stand out from each other.
Volkl Announces New M6 Mantra & Secret 96
Volkl just announced new versions of their Mantra & Secret skis. Check out what they're changing with the latest M6 Mantra & Secret 96.
2021-2022 Volkl Revolt 104
Two of our reviewers have been skiing all over Mt. Crested Butte on Volkl's new Revolt 104. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Hoka One One Torrent 2
Many people were fans of the original Hoka Torrent for its combination of comfort and lightweight efficiency for fast-paced trail runs. So, how does the updated Torrent 2 compare, and who should have this new trail shoe on their list?
2020-2021 Hinterland Maul 121
Hinterland is a small-batch ski manufacturer out of Utah, and we've been impressed by the widest ski in their lineup, the Maul 121. Check out our full review for more on the ski and how it compares to other playful pow skis on the market.
2020-2021 Spark R&D Arc Pro Splitboard Binding
We spent all of last season using the ultralight "Pro" version of Spark R&D's Arc binding — plus several of Spark's in-house accessories — and have come away very impressed.
Blister Brand Guide: Adidas Terrex Trail Running Shoe Lineup, 2020
Adidas continus to expand their off-road-oriented Terrex line of running shoes, with everything from high-cushion, long-distance shoes to minimal, lightweight options. Check out our Brand Guide to get the rundown on all of their 2020 shoes.
Blister Brand Guide: Columbia Montrail Trail Running Shoes ’20
While it doesn't include a huge number of shoes, Columbia-Montrail's 2020 trail running shoe lineup offers runners a few different options to suit specific needs, and is particularly appealing for those not looking to drop a ton of money on their next pair of shoes. Check out our Brand Guide to see how each shoe differs and which might be worth a look from you.
2021-2022 Armada Declivity 92 Ti
We've spent the past few weeks skiing one of Armada's new metal-laminate skis, the Declivity 92 Ti. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of this fun, lively, & versatile ski.
PNW Components Rainier Gen 3 Dropper Post
The PNW Components Gen-3 Rainier is a very promising option in the increasingly crowded field of dropper posts, and comes at an unusually attractive price. So how does it compare to the competition? Check out our review.