BLISTER | Blister Ski Reviews 2021-2022

2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher

June 11, 2012May 10, 2012 by Garrett Altmann

The 2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher is most at home in soft, forgiving snow, but is good in the air and provides a stable platform for landings. Plus, you'll likely be able to find these skis for a good price, so the question is, Should you pull the trigger?

2nd Look: 2013-2014 Volkl Shiro

September 27, 2021May 9, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

The Volkl Shiro is a fully rockered, fat powder ski that still handles incredibly well on groomers.

2015-2016 Nordica Helldorado

June 1, 2015May 6, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Nordica Helldorado—like the Nordica Patron—is an excellent ski in consistent conditions. Issues arose for us, however, the more variable things got. Find out if these skis sound like a good fit for you.

2013-2014 Armada VJJ

October 8, 2014May 4, 2012 by Lexi Dowdall

After a full season on the Armada VJJ, BLISTER reviewer Lexi Dowdall has found her new favorite, all-mountain ski.

Praxis WooTest

May 1, 2012May 1, 2012 by Kevin Bazar

After working with Praxis to design the WooTest, Kevin Bazar reports that he now has the best backcountry ski he's ever owned, and that the WooTest could benefit from a few tweaks to improve overall performance.

Update: 2014-2015 4FRNT Hoji

October 8, 2014April 29, 2012 by Jason Hutchins

After testing the 4FRNT Hoji in Niseko's deep pow, Jason Hutchins gives an update from Alta on the Hoji's performance in varied conditions and terrain.

2nd Look: MOMENT Bella

November 5, 2014April 27, 2012 by Morgan Sweeney

The MOMENT Bella is a relatively stiff yet extremely playful women's-specific all-mountain ski that performs well in pow, rips on hard pack, and inspires confidence in bumps and trees.

Intuition Dreamliner Boot Liner

September 27, 2021April 25, 2012 by John Gwynn

While reviewing the Intuition Dreamliner, John Gwynn makes a few vital mistakes and learns some important lessons about boot fitting. Considering your first after-market, custom boot liner? Read, learn, don't repeat.

2013-2014 MOMENT Belafonte, 187cm

November 5, 2014April 20, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

For those of you who worried that a 182cm Belafonte sounded too short, but a 192cm Belafonte sounded like too much, well, we've got some very good news for you.

2011-2012 Dynafit Gaia

September 27, 2021April 13, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

With a good balance of weight and stability, the 2011-2012 Dynafit Gaia AT boot makes touring a breeze without sacrificing downhill performance.

2013-2014 Surface One Time

November 2, 2014April 11, 2012 by Kate Hourihan

The 2012-2013 Surface One Time is stiff when you need it to be, quick and nimble when you don't, and it reminded Kate Hourihan not to jump to conclusions.

2nd Look: 2012-2013 Rossignol Squad 7

October 4, 2021April 9, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here's another look at the excellent Rossignol Squad 7 with comparisons to the Rossi S7, Super 7, Moment Bibby Pro, and the ON3P Billy Goat.

2nd Look: Rossignol S3 W

April 7, 2012 by Charlotte Dworshak

The women's version of the Rossignol S3 (the S3 W) is not only light and agile in pow, but quick, responsive, and strong when ripping consistent hardpack.

2nd Look: 2012-2013 Blizzard GunSmoke

September 27, 2021April 6, 2012 by Jason Hutchins

Finally, some disagreement around here. The 2012-2013 Blizzard GunSmoke has drawn some contrasting opinions. Andrew Gregovich loved it, but in his 2nd Look Review of the GunSmoke, Jason Hutchins details a mix of problems and positives.

2016-2017 Nordica La Niña

December 4, 2016April 5, 2012 by Julia Van Raalte

At 185cm, the women's-specific Nordica La Niña is extremely versatile considering its size, and enough fun to make Julia Van Raalte finally use the F-word: "Favorite."

2014-2015 RMU Apostle

October 7, 2015April 4, 2012 by Garrett Altmann

The RMU Apostle is versatile, maneuverable, and unlikely to disappoint.

2nd Look: 2012-2013 Line Pandora

September 27, 2021April 3, 2012 by Stella Selden

The Line Pandora once again impresses us as a women's-specific, true all-mountain ski that offers a remarkable combination of float, stability, and versatility.

2013-2014 Blizzard Bodacious

September 27, 2021April 1, 2012 by Andrew Gregovich

From Niseko, Japan, to Juneau, Alaska, the Blizzard Bodacious proved to be a relatively forgiving ski that is awfully comfortable doing 70+ miles per hour.

2nd Look: 2012-2013 Black Diamond Element

August 2, 2012March 30, 2012 by Morgan Sweeney

At 115 underfoot, the women's-specific 2012-2013 Black Diamond Element shines in powder, but it also rips groomers and (with a slightly forward mount position) handles crud.

2nd Look: 2012-2013 Blizzard Dakota

August 23, 2012March 28, 2012 by Emily Cleveland

Julia Van Raalte put the 12/13 Blizzard Dakota to the test in Niseko, Japan. Now, Emily Cleveland weighs in from Jackson Hole on this ski that is "burly and nimble, unlike any ski I have tried before."