Snowboards

Blister reviews the Cardiff Goat Pro Carbon splitboard

2024-2025 Cardiff Goat Pro Carbon Splitboard

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The Cardiff Goat Pro Carbon is the first board we’ve had a chance to try out of their splitboard lineup, and it has some interesting design elements that we were eager to put to the test. How did it fare over a full season of riding? Our Full Review is ready to answer just that.
Blister reviews the Jones Storm Chaser

2024-2025 Jones Storm Chaser, 152 cm

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Volume-shifted boards have been having a moment in the past several years, promising playfulness matched to a whole lot of float. Born from the mind of surfboard shaper Chris Christenson, the Jones Storm Chaser is a unique take on the short-and-wide concept — and one that really impresses in the right conditions. Check out our Full Review to see how we got along with it.
Blister reviews the 2025 Gnu Hyper

2025 Gnu Hyper, 160 cm

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The Gnu Hyper has roots in freestyle while promising all mountain versatility in varied conditions. We’ve spent a good deal of time getting acquainted with the Hyper, and it seems quite appealing for a broad category of riders. Check out our Full Review for the details.
Justin Bobb reviews the Rossignol Juggernaut for Blister

2023-2024 Rossignol Juggernaut

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The Juggernaut is the stiffest twin in Rossignol's lineup, but they recently tweaked it to make it more accessible. So just how game-on is the new model, and what sort of riders — freestyle-minded or not — might want to consider it? Check out our Full Review.
Andrew Forward reviews the Nitro Squash for Blister

2023-2024 Nitro Squash

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Nitro recently updated the Squash, and say it offers "unparalleled float in the powder and a turn so nice it will make you never want to leave the groomers." So just how well does it blend freeride inspiration with all-mountain versatility? Check out our full review.

2023-2024 Nidecker Supermatic Snowboard Binding

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For decades, brands have been trying to come up with snowboard bindings that are quicker and easier when it comes to getting into and out of them. However, those attempts have historically come with various downsides. With their Supermatic binding, Nidecker aimed to address those compromises while maximizing ease of use. So, how’d they do? We spent all of last season in them — check out our full review.
Jed Doane reviews the Jones Ultralight Stratos Splitboard for Blister

Jones Ultralight Stratos Splitboard

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The Ultralight Stratos Splitboard is a high-end board designed to excel on the up and down in a variety of conditions. So... does it? And what sort of riders ought to be considering it?
Blister reviews the Raide LF 40L backpack

Raide LF 40L Backpack

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Raide is the newest player in the ultralight snowsports category and their first product, the LF 40L backpack, is a very interesting initial offering. Check out our First Look for more on this UHMWPE (aka, Dyneema) pack and the brand behind it.
At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Phantom Glide’s Shaun Spacht to discuss the origins, evolution, and future of Phantom Glide’s permanent base treatment. We cover how Phantom Glide differs from wax; how Phantom Glide permanently affects the performance of ski and snowboard base materials; the ways in which the folks at Phantom Glide have shifted how they think and talk about their base treatments, and more.

Phantom Glide: Rethinking Ski & Snowboard Bases | Blister Summit Brand Lineup Video

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At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Phantom Glide’s Shaun Spacht to discuss the origins, evolution, and future of Phantom Glide’s permanent base treatment; how it differs from wax & permanently affects the performance of ski and snowboard base materials; the ways in which the folks at Phantom Glide have shifted how they think and talk about their base treatments, and more.
At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with WNDR Alpine founder, Matt Sterbenz, to get a state of the union on the brand and discuss their 2023-2024 ski and snowboard lineup. We cover the brand-new Nocturne 88 skis; Shepherd snowboard and splitboards; revised Vital 98; the evolution of their “Algal Tech” and “Spiral Made” construction techniques; the Phase Series, which is WNDR Alpine’s first line of technical apparel; and more.

23/24 WNDR Alpine Skis & Snowboards | Blister Summit 2023 Brand Lineup Video

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At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with WNDR Alpine founder, Matt Sterbenz, to get a state of the union on the brand and discuss their 2023-2024 ski and snowboard lineup. We cover the brand-new Nocturne 88 skis; Shepherd snowboard and splitboard; revised Vital 98; the evolution of their “Algal Tech” and “Spiral Made” construction techniques; and much more.
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