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Andrew Forward reviews the Never Summer Swift Split for Blister

2020-2021 Never Summer Swift Split

December 16, 2020November 28, 2018 by Andrew Forward

We’ve recently seen an increasing number of surf-inspired boards hit the market, but the Never Summer Swift Split stands out as a splitboard that's not only surfy, but that’s also stable enough for riding fast and dropping cliffs.

Andrew Forward reviews the Spark R&D Surge Pro Splitboard Binding for Blister

2020-2021 Spark R&D Surge Pro Splitboard Binding

December 16, 2020October 17, 2018 by Andrew Forward

We’re big fans of Spark R&D’s simple and reliable splitboard bindings, and they just released an even lighter version of their Surge binding. So what, if any, compromises are made by going with the new, lighter Surge Pro?

Andrew Forward reviews the Rossignol Angus for Blister

2018-2019 Rossignol Angus

November 28, 2018April 14, 2018 by Andrew Forward

After over 60 days on it, we’ve come to really like Rossignol’s all-mountain twin, the Angus, and think it could make for a capable 1-board quiver.

DPS Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment

April 3, 2018April 3, 2018 by Paul Forward

We've now had 4 reviewers on DPS' new permanent base glide treatment, Phantom, so it's time for an update.

Andrew Forward reviews the Union Ultra FC for Blister

2018-2019 Union Ultra FC Snowboard Binding

November 28, 2018February 17, 2018 by Andrew Forward

The Union Ultra FC is one of the highest performing, most responsive snowboard bindings we’ve ever used. Check out our review.

Andrew Forward reviews the K2 Ender Boot for Blister

2020-2021 K2 Ender Snowboard Boot

December 16, 2020February 7, 2018 by Andrew Forward

We’ve been very impressed by K2’s Ender snowboard boot, and would recommend it to a wide variety of riders.

Kelsey Opstad reviews the Prior Brandywine Split XTC for Blister

2017-2018 Prior Brandywine Split XTC

January 19, 2018January 19, 2018 by Kelsey Opstad

The Prior Brandywine Split XTC provides an impressive blend of low weight, playfulness, and strong downhill performance across a wide range of conditions.

Nate Murray reviews the K2 Cool Bean for Blister

2020-2021 K2 Cool Bean

December 16, 2020January 14, 2018 by Nate Murray

If you’re looking for a dedicated board for the deepest days, K2’s short and stubby Cool Bean is a surfy, playful option that provides a unique feel in soft snow and deep snow.

Jed Doane reviews the Rossignol XV Sushi LF for Blister Review

2020-2021 Rossignol XV Sushi LF

December 16, 2020November 24, 2017 by Jed Doane

While it’s not the hard charger you'd expect from Xavier De La Rue, the new XV Sushi LF is a very fun board that could change the way you approach the mountain.

Amplid Founder, Peter Bauer on the Blister Podcast

Peter Bauer on the Past, Present, & Future of Snowboarding (Ep.55)

June 3, 2019September 15, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Peter Bauer (4-time world champ, freeriding pioneer, and co-founder of Amplid) about the history and culture of snowboarding, its inextricable ties to skiing, and the current health of the sport.

2020-2021 Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Binding

December 16, 2020August 14, 2017 by Andrew Forward

Spark R&D updated their Surge binding for the 17/18 season. So how burly is it, and how does it compare to other lightweight, stiff splitboard bindings like the Karakoram Prime Carbon?

Andrew Forward reviews the K2 Split Bean for Blister Review

2018-2019 K2 Split Bean

November 28, 2018May 27, 2017 by Andrew Forward

The K2 Split Bean is a super fun, responsive splitboard for jibbing and surfing deep snow, spring corn, and slush.

Andrew Forward reviews the K2 Aspect boot for Blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 K2 Aspect Snowboard Boot

December 16, 2020May 15, 2017 by Andrew Forward

The K2 Aspect isn’t just a mountaineering boot that can be used for splitboarding, it’s a great snowboard boot that performs well in more serious and technical terrain.