BLISTER | Blister Ski Reviews 2021-2022

2nd Look: 2011-2012 Rossignol Scimitar

May 17, 2012March 25, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here's another look at the Rossignol Scimitar, with direct comparisons to the Rossignol S3 and Rossignol Experience 98. The Upshot? We're more convinced than ever that the Scimitar is one of the best values in the entire ski industry.

2011-2012 Bluehouse Radius

May 9, 2012March 22, 2012 by Robin Abeles

The Bluehouse Radius is no joke. It's a speed-loving tele ski that rips groomers yet still provides a surprising amount of float in pow.

2014-2015 Nordica Ace

October 31, 2014March 19, 2012 by Scott Nelson

The Nordica Ace of Spades Ti is stable, quick, agile, and rips big park features, but isn't quite as poppy or playful as some other park skis.

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2021-2022 Praxis Protest

December 10, 2021March 16, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Question: What ski is among the absolute best in its class, yet far too few skiers know about it? Answer: The Praxis Protest. It's a big ski that deserves to have a much, MUCH bigger following.

2011-2012 ON3P Billy Goat

July 5, 2012March 12, 2012 by Will Brown

This season, the 191cm ON3P Billy Goat was one of the most damp, most stable, and hardest charging skis we reviewed. Strong skiers, read on.

2013-2014 Atomic Access

October 10, 2014March 9, 2012 by Emily Cleveland

In Jackson Hole, Emily Cleveland has found the Atomic Access to be lightweight, playful, and really easy to ski.

2nd Look: Moment Night Train

November 5, 2014March 8, 2012 by Sam Shaheen

The Night Train was built to "dominate deep days," "surf big mountain lines," and throw "huge booter spins," and it does all of that really well. But how versatile is this ski in terms of all-mountain performance? Sam Shaheen weighs in.

2012-2013 Bluehouse Antics

October 16, 2014February 29, 2012 by Scott Nelson

Minimal swing weight and soft flex make the 2011-2012 Bluehouse Antics a fun rail and jump ski, but durability is a concern.

2012-2013 4FRNT Turbo

December 4, 2012February 28, 2012 by Jason Hutchins

4FRNT markets the Turbo as a ski for any condition and any terrain. After ten days on the Turbo, BLISTER reviewer Jason Hutchins agrees.

2013-2014 Volkl Shiro

September 27, 2021February 27, 2012 by Andrew Gregovich

The 183cm Volkl Shiro offers a nice blend of versatility and powder performance, but demonstrated some finicky behavior that would likely be reduced by sizing up.

2012-2013 Blizzard Dakota, 177cm

September 27, 2021February 25, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

The women's version of the Cochise, the 2012-2013 Blizzard Dakota is one of the burliest big-mountain women’s skis yet.

3rd Look: MOMENT Belafonte, 182cm

November 5, 2014February 23, 2012 by Will Brown

Will Brown weighs in on the Moment Belafonte, with reference to two other popular skis from this season: the Moment PB&J and the Blizzard Cochise.

3rd Look: MOMENT PB&J

January 10, 2018February 23, 2012 by Will Brown

Will Brown offers his two cents to and provides a third look at the PB&J.

2012-2013 Blizzard GunSmoke

September 27, 2021February 19, 2012 by Andrew Gregovich

The new GunSmoke is a freestyle-oriented addition to Blizzard's "Free Mountain" lineup, and a very solid addition at that. BLISTER reviewer Andrew Gregovich is sold.

2012-2013 Line Pandora

September 27, 2021February 17, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

More than just a really good pow ski, the Line Pandora might actually be one of the most sturdy and fun all-mountain women’s skis available.

2012-2013 ON3P Cease and Desist

September 27, 2021February 16, 2012 by Andrew Gregovich

If you're looking for a big ski to point down big lines, the ON3P Cease and Desist might be your ride.

2014-2015 4FRNT Hoji

September 27, 2021February 14, 2012 by Jason Hutchins

When Eric Hjorleifson comes out with a new pro model (especially a pro model that replaces the much loved 4FRNT EHP), it's time to pay attention. We've been running the new HOJI through the pillows and trees and pow of Niseko, and the ski is as dynamic and playful as the terrain around here.

2012-2013 Black Diamond Gigawatt

September 27, 2021February 12, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Since it STILL hasn't stopped snowing here in Niseko, we're glad we've had the Gigawatt with us. It's exceptional in deep, open spaces; very good in deep, tight trees; outstanding in soft chop; and excellent (for its size) on groomers. But the biggest question might be: Gigawatt, or Megawatt?

2012-2013 Black Diamond Element

September 27, 2021February 10, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

The Black Diamond Element is proving in Niseko to be a fantastic pow ski that actually does very well in chopped up snow and crud - assuming you get the mount position right....

2012-2013 LINE Stepup

October 27, 2014January 27, 2012 by Scott Nelson

With rock-solid stability and fun, poppy flex, the completely redesigned 2011-2012 Line Stepup is a perfect fit for both recreational riders and serious competitors.

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