Reviews

Ben Firth reviews the Scarpa Furia S for Blister

Scarpa Furia S

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The new Scarpa Furia S is one of the softest climbing shoes on the market, and is designed to offer ultimate precision and grip for overhung terrain. So does it? And how does it compare to shoes like the Scarpa Drago, Five Ten Team VXI, and La Sportiva Futura? Check out our full review.
Noah Bodman reviews the Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch SPD for Blister

Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch SPD

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When it comes to bike shoes, there are plenty of burly skate-style shoes that sacrifice pedaling performance, and a lot of pedal-oriented shoes that look out of place anywhere except on the bike. In between those two categories sits the Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch SPD, and it’s definitely worth a look for riders looking for some of the best of both worlds.
Kristin Sinnott reviews the Patagonia Women's R1 TechFace Hoody for Blister

Women’s Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody

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We called the men’s version of the Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody, “just about perfect.” Now we weigh in on the women’s R1 Tech Face Hoody — how well it works across a broad range of activities, and how it compares to the original R1 Hoody.
Kara Williard reviews the K2 Fulluvit 95Ti for Blister

2018-2019 K2 Fulluvit 95Ti

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Part of K2’s women’s Freeride Collection, the Fulluvit 95Ti is said to crush “all conditions at top speeds” while still being “lightweight and nimble for a freeride ski.” That’s some pretty big talk, but how does the Fulluvit 95Ti compare to the previous version, and how does it stack up against other ~95mm women’s all-mountain skis on the market? Check out our full review.
Matt Zia reviews the Outdoor Research Ferrosi Summit Hooded Jacket for Blister

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Summit Hooded Jacket

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Lots of our reviewers love the original Outdoor Research Ferrosi Jacket, and now there’s a new, burlier version called the Ferrosi Summit. So how much of the original Ferrosi’s versatility does the Summit version maintain, and just how much burlier is it?
Dave Alie reviews the Butora Altura for Blister

Butora Altura

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The La Sportiva TC Pro has long been the go-to for those who spend long days on big walls. But it now has some competition in the form of the Butora Altura. Check out our full review to see how they compare.
Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Altra Escalante for Blister

Altra Escalante

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The Altra Escalante is a zero-drop shoe with a more plush, cushioned ride than many of the more minimalist options out there. So is that a good thing or a bad thing? More importantly, is it a good option for you? Our full review should help you decide.
Blister reviews the K2 Gottaluvit 105Ti

2018-2019 K2 Gottaluvit 105Ti

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New for 18/19, the K2 Gottaluvit 105Ti features a combination of weight, construction, rocker profile, and shape that make it an interesting addition to the wider all-mountain category. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Whitney Burton reviews the Mad Rock Drone HV for Blister

Mad Rock Drone HV

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Precise, comfortable, sensitive, and affordable. That’s how we’d describe the Mad Rock Drone HV, and why boulderers and sport climbers looking for an aggressive, precise shoe should take a look.
Luke Koppa reviews the Scott Scrapper 105 for Blister

2018-2019 Scott Scrapper 105

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New for 18/19, the Scott Scrapper 105 is a ski that could be placed in either the all-mountain or touring-ski categories, though it really stands out from most of the skis in both. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and flash review.
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