Reviews

Gordon Gianniny reviews the Salomon Sense 4 /Pro for Blister in Gunnison, Colorado.

Salomon Sense 4 /Pro

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The Salomon Sense 4 /Pro is basically the less racing-oriented, more cushioned version of their high-end S/Lab Sense 8, and we’ve been running in both to see how they compare, who’d be better off in each particular shoe, and how the Sense 4 /Pro compares to several other moderate-cushion trail shoes.
Eric Hjorleifson goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss what he's been tinkering with during the COVID-19 pandemic, his thoughts on Michael Jordan, the new 4FRNT x Pomoca collaboration, & more

Hoji on Tinkering, Climbing Skins, Monoskiing, & Michael Jordan (Ep.100)

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In celebration of episode #100, we of course had to have Hoji back on, our patron saint of GEAR:30. We discuss all the tinkering he’s been doing during quarantine; what ski gear has the most room for improvement; snowmobiles; climbing skins; monoskiing; and then, one of the all time greats talks about another all time great, Michael Jordan.
Luke Koppa reviews the Whitedot Altum 114 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

2021-2022 Whitedot Altum 114

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The Whitedot Altum 114 is one of those skis that we think a very wide range of skiers will like, from those always looking for natural features to hit, to those who ski with a more directional style. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Luke Koppa reviews the Majesty Vanguard for Blister

2021-2022 Majesty Vanguard

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New for 20/21, the Majesty Vanguard is a lightweight, twin-tipped, and strong 118mm-wide ski — a combination we don’t see all that often. Check out our First Look & Flash Review for more on this new big-mountain ski.
Ben Sims reviews the Maxxis Assegai for Blister.

Maxxis Assegai

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The Maxxis Assegai was created as a blend of several of their most popular tires. In our full review of the Assegai we dive into how it differs from the ubiquitous Minion DHF, and who we think will get along with this very aggressive tire with a totally not-funny name.
Eric Freson reviews the Moment Commander 118 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

2019-2020 Moment Commander 118

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We like honest and accurate descriptions of gear, and Moment’s note about their Commander 118 being “not for the faint of heart” is accurate. Check out our full review for more details about this big-mountain charger.
Blister's Mother's Day Roundup 2020

Mother’s Day Roundup — 2020

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If you have a mom, know a mom, or perhaps are married to a mom, hopefully you’re prepared to celebrate her this coming Sunday. But in case you’re a bit behind on your Mother’s Day gifts, we polled some of our reviewers to see what gift ideas they’d recommend — check out their suggestions.

2021-2022 Line Blade

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In these uncertain times, we figured it’d be a good time to look back on one of the most odd, yet very fun skis we got on this year, the Line Blade. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons of this super-tight-radius, metal-laminate, all-mountain ski.
Luke Koppa reviews the Movement Alp Tracks 106 for Blister

2020-2021 Movement Alp Tracks 106

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We’re reviewing a few new skis from Movement, starting with one of the lightest skis we’ve weighed, the Alp Tracks 106. Check out our First Look for more on this ultralight “free touring” ski.

Women’s Hiking / Outdoor Pants Roundup

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Need a new pair of hiking pants for your next excursion ... or trip around the block? Check out our women's pant roundup, with options from light and breathable pants for summer hikes to comfy leggings that feel equally at home on the trail, rock, or bike (plus one for the little ones).
Luke Koppa reviews the Dalbello Lupo Pro HD for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado

2021-2022 Dalbello Lupo Pro HD

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We’ve now put more than 60 days in Dalbello’s Lupo Pro HD, and tried it with a variety of tongue & liner combinations. Check out our full review for an in-depth look at the boot, how it compares to a variety of other touring and alpine boots, and who we think would most appreciate it.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Hoka One One EVO Speedgoat for Blister in Gunnison, Colorado

Hoka One One EVO Speedgoat

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If you're someone who's strayed away from maximal trail shoes because they're often too heavy or bulky — or you're just looking for a lighter, well-cushioned shoe — the Hoka EVO Speedgoat should be on your radar. Check out our full review.

2021-2022 Volkl Secret 102

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The Volkl Secret 102 definitely stands out in the current women's ski market and it might be just what some aggressive skiers have been looking for, though it won't be for everyone. Check out our full review.
Paul Forward reviews the Majesty Havoc for Blister

2020-2021 Majesty Havoc

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We’re reviewing a number of Majesty’s new 20/21 skis, including the 110mm-wide, freeride-oriented Havoc. Check out our First Look for more info.
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