Reviews

Sascha Anastas reviews the Salomon QST Lumen 99 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon QST Lumen 99

December 9, 2021May 26, 2019 by Sascha Anastas

Along with their unisex QST skis, Salomon is also updating the women’s versions of their popular QST line of all-mountain skis. So, what’s different? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the 19/20 QST Lumen 99.

Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the 4FRNT MSP 107 for Blister

2021-2022 4FRNT MSP 107

February 5, 2025May 24, 2019 by Luke Koppa

4FRNT says the MSP 107 “is intuitive from the first turn instilling a higher level of confidence everywhere on the mountain.” Check out our full review to see how we’d characterize the ski.

Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Chapter 1.0 for Blister

2019-2020 Faction Chapter 1.0

May 24, 2019May 23, 2019 by Luke Koppa

Faction is bringing back the Chapter name to their lineup for 19/20, but these new Chapter skis are nothing like the previous skis that shared their name. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Chapter 1.0.

Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket

May 22, 2019May 21, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Patagonia’s new Ascensionist Jacket takes Gore’s excellent Active membrane & C-Knit backer and packages it into a breathable, versatile, lightweight, and sustainable jacket. Check out our full review.

Eric Freson, Sam Shaheen, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Faction Dictator 4.0 for Blister

2019-2020 Faction Dictator 4.0

June 14, 2019May 17, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We've now had 3 reviewers on Faction's big-mountain charger, the Dictator 4.0. Check out our full review for each of their takes.

Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty evolv 90

December 14, 2020May 16, 2019 by Luke Koppa

For 19/20, Liberty is launching a brand-new line of skis that’s reportedly a blend of their V and Origin skis. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new evolv 90.

Zipline XT Goggle

August 26, 2019May 14, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

The Zipline XT features an absurdly quick and easy magnetic lens-swap system typically only seen on goggles twice as expensive. So, what’s the catch? Is there one? Check out our full review

Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon S/Pro 130

December 10, 2021May 13, 2019 by Luke Koppa

The Salomon X Pro line is reportedly the best-selling line of ski boots in the world. For 19/20, they're replacing the X Pro with the brand-new S/Pro series. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the S/Pro 130.

2021-2022 K2 Mindbender 106c Alliance

December 9, 2021May 12, 2019 by Kara Williard

After spending time on it in conditions ranging from fast and firm to steep and deep, the brand-new K2 Mindbender 106c Alliance has proven to be one of the most versatile wider women’s skis we’ve used.

Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 96 Ti for Blister

2019-2020 Armada ARV 96 Ti

June 14, 2019May 10, 2019 by Luke Koppa

Take two layers of metal, a nearly symmetrical shape, and a twin tip, and you’ve got the Armada ARV 96 Ti. The result? Check out our full review.

Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Smith I/O Mag XL for Blister

Smith I/O Mag XL Goggle

June 14, 2019May 9, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Smith’s original I/O goggle helped start the trend of lenses with quick and easy lens-swap systems. The I/O line has evolved a lot since then, with the brand-new I/O Mag XL being one of the newest additions. Check out our full review of the I/O Mag XL.

Luke Koppa reviews the Prior Northwest 100 for Blister

2021-2022 Prior Northwest 100

December 10, 2021May 8, 2019 by Luke Koppa

The brand-new Prior Northwest 100 slots into a diverse class of playful all-mountain skis. So how does its design compare to the competition? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.

Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Alchemist Wailer 110 C2 for Blister

2020-2021 DPS Alchemist Wailer A110 C2

December 16, 2020May 7, 2019 by Luke Koppa

DPS’s Wailer 112 has become very popular with many skiers, but it’s also been a bit polarizing. For 19/20, they’re adding a different version that could be appealing to those who weren’t previously interested in the Wailer 112. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new Wailer A110.