BLISTER | Blister Ski Reviews 2021-2022

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Atomic Bent Chetler, Blister Gear Review.

2017-2018 Atomic Bent Chetler, 192cm

January 10, 2018September 21, 2014 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The new Atomic Bent Chetler is far more than just a big surfy pow ski.

2nd Look: LINE Mr. Pollard’s Opus

October 4, 2021September 17, 2014 by Jason Hutchins

We're about to post our thoughts on the new Line Magnum Opus, but before we do, we wanted to run again our review of the original Opus—a ski that earned a 'Blister Best Of' Award last year.

Paul Forward reviews the Blizzard Bodacious, Blister Gear Review.

2014-2015 Blizzard Bodacious

September 13, 2021September 14, 2014 by Paul Forward

Versatile, stable, forgiving, and damp. The Blizzard Bodacious is an outstanding big-mountain / fatter all-mountain ski.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Scott Vanisher, Blister Gear Review.

2014-2015 SCOTT Vanisher

September 12, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte

The new SCOTT Vanisher is a light and playful ski that works best in soft conditions and is a whole lot of fun.

Will Brown reviews the Armada Invictus, Blister Gear Review.

2016-2017 Armada Invictus 108Ti

December 4, 2016September 11, 2014 by Will Brown

Unlike anything Armada has made before, the new Invictus is a directional all-mountain ski with a stout, big-mountain feel.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the DPS Wailer 105, Blister Gear Review

2nd Look: DPS Wailer 105

November 21, 2016September 10, 2014 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We take another look at the new DPS Wailer 105, with comparisons to skis in its class from Moment, Line, Salomon, Blizzard, and more.

Paul Forward reviews the Blizzard Cochise, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Blizzard Cochise

October 13, 2015September 4, 2014 by Paul Forward

Blizzard tweaked the Cochise for the 2014-2015 season. Thankfully, this latest version is still one of the best skis in its class.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Volkl Aura, Blister Gear Review

2017-2018 Volkl Aura

January 11, 2018September 3, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte

The redesigned Volkl Aura is quick, stable, and now more versatile.

Will Brown reviews the Atomic Automatic for Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 Atomic Automatic 109

September 13, 2016September 2, 2014 by Will Brown

The new Atomic Automatic 109 has a lot of qualities that helped make the original Automatic a popular ski. It's light and quick, but fares surprisingly well in challenging conditions.

2016-2017 DPS Wailer 105

November 21, 2016August 31, 2014 by Paul Forward

For those who prefer substantial and damp skis to light and reactive ones (especially when conditions get firm), the new Wailer 105 Hybrid T2 is a very good all-mountain option, and a big departure for DPS.

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Leki Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock, Blister Gear Review

Leki Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock Ski Poles

August 30, 2014August 29, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte

Leki's Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock has a narrower grip for smaller hands, and some features that make it a good option for both the resort and the backcountry.

Preview: 2014-2015 Volkl Aura

August 22, 2014August 16, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte

The popular Volkl Aura has been completely overhauled for the 2014-2015 season.

Review of the Armada Invictus, Blister Gear Review.

Preview: 2015-2016 Armada Invictus 108Ti

August 28, 2015August 14, 2014 by Will Brown

Armada built its brand making fun, playful skis like the JJ. But with the new Invictus, Armada is looking to dominate a different category, too: the directional charger.