Reviews

Sam Shaheen reviews the Scott Scrapper 115 for Blister

2020-2021 Scott Scrapper 115

December 14, 2020April 25, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

We’ve now spent time on the Scrapper 115 both inside and outside the resort. Check out our thoughts on how it stacks up against a number of other ~115mm-wide skis, and how well it works as a touring ski, inbounds ski, and 50/50 ski.

Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody

April 25, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

When we asked our outerwear editor what he thought of the new Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody, he started saying things like “perfect,” “dialed,” and “my new favorite piece of apparel.” Check out his review to find out why.

Luke Koppa reviews the Sego Condor Ti for Blister

2018-2019 Sego Condor Ti

April 24, 2018April 23, 2018 by Luke Koppa

New for 18/19, the Sego Condor Ti is a big-mountain ski with some intriguing design elements — and an avocado on its topsheet. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.

Noah Bodman reviews the Sram GX Eagle Drivetrain for Blister

Sram GX Eagle Long-Term Follow-Up

April 23, 2018April 22, 2018 by Noah Bodman

After over 1,000 miles and more than 175,000 ft of climbing, we have a long-term update on Sram’s GX Eagle Drivetrain.

Scott Nelson reviews the ON3P Magnus 102 for Blister

2019-2020 ON3P Magnus 102

February 10, 2020April 20, 2018 by Scott Nelson

We’ve been spending time on the brand-new ON3P Magnus 102 both in and out of the park. So how does it compare to other wider park skis, and should you be considering the Magnus or a Kartel?

Mountain Bike Tires 101

December 27, 2021April 17, 2018 by Noah Bodman

While it might seem like they're pretty much all the same, the fact is that the right tire can make or break a bike. So what do you need to know about tires, and how do you figure out which ones will likely work best for you given how and where you ride? We've got some answers, recommendations, and a whole lot of information.

2018-2019 Icelantic Nomad 115

November 28, 2018April 15, 2018 by Luke Koppa

The Icelantic Nomad 115 is a pretty versatile pow ski that both our more traditional and more playful reviewers have really enjoyed. Check out our review.

Andrew Forward reviews the Rossignol Angus for Blister

2018-2019 Rossignol Angus

November 28, 2018April 14, 2018 by Andrew Forward

After over 60 days on it, we’ve come to really like Rossignol’s all-mountain twin, the Angus, and think it could make for a capable 1-board quiver.

David Steel reviews the Salomon S/Lab X-Alp for Blister

2nd Look: 2018-2019 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp

April 11, 2018April 11, 2018 by David Steele

We’ve put more time in the S/Lab X-Alp from Salomon, and still find it to be one of the best options available in the lightweight touring boot market. Check out our new review and new comparisons here.

Blister reviews the Atomic Vantage 90 Ti

2020-2021 Atomic Vantage 90 Ti

December 14, 2020April 10, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The all-new 18/19 Atomic Vantage series uses a very interesting construction that claims to make the skis both lighter and stronger. Today, we’re taking a look at the Vantage 90 Ti, and you can check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.

Cy Whitling reviews the Majesty Werewolf CLT for Blister

2019-2020 Majesty Skis Werewolf CLT

February 3, 2020April 10, 2018 by Cy Whitling

Coming in at just over 1350 grams in its longest length, the Majesty Werewolf CLT is a very light, very interesting, option for ski mountaineering. Check out our review.

2018-2019 Salomon QST 106

April 10, 2018April 9, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

Salomon is tweaking the QST 106 for 18/19, and after spending a good deal of time on the new QST 106 with the SHIFT binding, you can now check out our full review of this do-everything, “50/50” ski.

Luke Koppa reviews the Dynafit ST Rotation 10 for Blister

2020-2021 Dynafit ST Rotation 10

December 16, 2020April 8, 2018 by Luke Koppa

This year, Dynafit released the ST Rotation 10, the next evolution of their popular Radical series of bindings. Check out our full review to see what’s different with the ST Rotation 10, and how it compares to some other options on the market.

2018-2019 Faction Candide 3.0

August 3, 2018April 7, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Three of our reviewers now have time on the new Faction Candide 3.0, and you can now check out our full review.

Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro Helmet

April 4, 2018 by Xan Marshland

With a removable chin bar, the Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro helmet gives riders the option of a half-shell helmet on the way up, and then full-face coverage on the way down. We’ve been very impressed by its versatility, and you can check out our full review here.

Blister reviews the DPS Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment

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