BLISTER | Blister Ski Reviews 2021-2022

Brian Lindahl reviews the Blizzard Cochise for Blister Gear Review.

3rd Look: 2017-2018 Blizzard Cochise

January 14, 2019May 10, 2017 by Brian Lindahl

The Cochise has been one of the most important all-mountain skis on the market for years, and it comes back unchanged for 17/18. So it was time to take a fresh look at the ski, offer new comparisons, and see how the Cochise measures up today.

Paul Forward reviews the HEAD Raptor 140 RS for Blister Review

2020-2021 HEAD Raptor 140 RS

December 16, 2020May 5, 2017 by Paul Forward

The HEAD Raptor 140 RS is one of our favorite ski boots we've ever used, and shouldn't be ruled out if you typically ski 130-flex boots.

Cy Whitling on the Armada ARV 116 JJ, Mt Bachelor, OR.

17/18 Armada ARV 116 JJ

March 2, 2018May 4, 2017 by Cy Whitling

Here are our initial thoughts on the Armada ARV 116 JJ.

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Nordica Enforcer 110 for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Nordica Enforcer 110

February 2, 2019May 3, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We now have several days at Mt Bachelor on the new Nordica Enforcer 110, here's our initial review.

Paul Forward reviews the DPS Wailer A 112 for Blister gear Review

17/18 DPS Alchemist Wailer 112

March 2, 2018May 2, 2017 by Paul Forward

We've been surprised so far by the versatility of the DPS Wailer A 112.

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Cy Whitling reviews the Nordica Strider Pro 130 for Blister Gear Review.

2021-2022 Nordica Strider Pro 130

December 10, 2021May 2, 2017 by Cy Whitling

The Nordica Strider Pro 130 joins a stacked category of alpine boots with a walk mode and tech fittings, so how does it perform?

Alex Mueller reviews the Black Crows Corvus and Atris for Blister Gear Review.

Black Crows Corvus vs. Black Crows Atris

May 1, 2017May 1, 2017 by Alex Mueller

Black Crows Corvus vs. Black Crows Atris — what are the differences between these all-mountain skis, and which is the better option for you? Check out our review.

Cy Whitling reviews the Atomic Backland FR 109 for Blister Gear Review

17/18 Atomic Backland FR 109

March 2, 2018April 29, 2017 by Cy Whitling

After our first day on the Atomic Backland FR 109 at Mt Bachelor we've got some initial impressions.

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Paul Forward reviews the Liberty Schuster Pro Ski for Blister Gear Review

2019-2020 Liberty Origin Pro

February 10, 2020April 13, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Liberty Schuster Pro is a fun and versatile powder ski that shouldn’t be overlooked by skiers looking for a more directional ride.

Cy Whitling reviews the Roxa R3 130 T.I. for Blister Gear Review

Roxa R3 130 T.I. Boot

April 11, 2017 by Cy Whitling

Roxa’s new R3 130 T.I. may have flown a bit under the radar at the trade shows, but it has proven to be a capable boot

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2018-2019 CAST Freetour System

November 28, 2018April 10, 2017 by Cy Whitling

With their Freetour System, CAST aims to meld no-compromise downhill performance with the uphill efficiency of a tech touring binding.

Paul Forward reviews the DPS Lotus 124 alchemist Spoon for blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 DPS Alchemist Lotus 124 Spoon

December 14, 2020April 9, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Lotus Alchemist 124 Spoon has quickly become one of our favorite powder skis.

Cy Whitling reviews the Icelantic Nomad 105 Lite for blister Gear ReviewCy Whitling reviews the Icelantic Nomad 105 Lite for blister Gear Review

2018-2019 Icelantic Nomad 105 Lite

November 27, 2018April 8, 2017 by Cy Whitling

With the Nomad 105 Lite, Icelantic has created a versatile and playful but stable backcountry ski that lives up to its “free touring” moniker.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the HEAD Kore 105 for Blister Review

2017-2018 HEAD Kore 105

August 27, 2018April 4, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The HEAD Kore 105 is the lightest inbounds ski in this category that we've ever tested. Check out our initial review.

Cy Whitling reviews the Moment Bibby Tour for Blister Gear Review.

Moment Bibby Tour vs. Moment Bibby / Blister Pro

April 5, 2017April 3, 2017 by Cy Whitling

We’ve been skiing the Moment Blister Pro and Bibby Tour back-to-back. Here’s our comparison.

Paul Forward reviews the Volkl V-Werks BMT 122 for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Volkl V-Werks BMT 122

November 27, 2018April 2, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Volkl V-Werks BMT 122 is an excellent powder touring ski

Brian Lindahl reviews the Fischer Ranger 108 Ti for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Fischer Ranger 108 Ti

November 27, 2018March 29, 2017 by Brian Lindahl

The Fischer Ranger 108 Ti combines good float with very energetic carving abilities.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Head Kore 117 for Blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 HEAD Kore 117

December 16, 2020March 28, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re getting time now on HEAD’s entire new KORE series, and here is our review of the fattest ski in the lineup: the KORE 117.

Pomoca Climb Pro Mohair Skins

July 4, 2017March 26, 2017 by David Steele

The Pomoca Climb Pro Mohair skins offer a great mixture of grip and glide, as well as several other features that distinguish them from their North American counterparts.