BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles

BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

Scott Ultra Carbon RC

The Ultra Carbon RC feels like the end product of a meticulously conceived concept. Scott pours an indulgent amount of resources into the shoe, but it’s headlined by an innovative carbon plate designed to prevent the stability issues that have sunk plated trail models in the past. Check out our full review to learn more.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon QST Echo 106 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Salomon QST Echo 106

UPDATE 6.14.23: Luke Koppa adds his thoughts on the QST Echo 106, including comparisons to several other touring skis from 4FRNT, WNDR Alpine, Moment, Volkl, & Line.

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David Golay reviews the Rocky Mountain Slayer for Blister

2023 Rocky Mountain Slayer

“Freeride” bikes are having a bit of a moment again after the term fell out of the conversation for a while, and Rocky Mountain’s longstanding take on the genre, the Slayer, just got a big update.

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Ever dreamed of starting your own business in the outdoor industry? We discuss the state of startups in the outdoor industry with Moosejaw CEO, Eoin Comerford. And as the CEO of an outdoor retail company — as well as his work with the Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator, where Eoin works closely with new companies and founders — Eoin is extremely well positioned to talk about the startup landscape today, and he provides numerous thoughts, tips, and bits of advice about funding, what success looks like; and more.

The State of Startups in the Outdoor Industry (Ep.264)

Ever dreamed of starting your own business in the outdoor industry? We discuss the state of startups in the outdoor industry with Moosejaw CEO, Eoin Comerford. And as the CEO of an outdoor retail company — as well as his work with the Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator, where Eoin works closely with new companies and founders — Eoin is extremely well positioned to talk about the startup landscape today, and he provides numerous thoughts, tips, and bits of advice about funding, what success looks like; and more.

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David Golay reviews the Manitou Mattoc Pro for Blister

Flash Review — Manitou Mattoc Pro

We’ve been big fans of the Manitou Mezzer Pro for a while now, so is the new Mattoc Pro a mini-Mezzer or something else entirely? We’ve been logging time on the Mattoc and are ready to weigh in with our initial impressions.

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David Golay reviews the Ohlins RXC34 and TXC1 and TXC2 for Blister

Öhlins RXC34 m.1 and TXC Air

Eagle-eyed observers might have caught wind of Öhlins’ foray into the world of XC race suspension when they were listed as a partner of Team BMC, and now the fork and shock(s) that they’ve developed are breaking cover.

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New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v3

The New Balance Fresh Foam X More Trail v3 is a lot of shoe by just about any standard. As one of the most cushioned ultra-distance options currently on the market, it has so far escaped several of the common pitfalls that plague many models in the hyper-maximalist trail shoe category. Check out our full review to learn more.

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Deep Dive: Peak 104 by Bode

We compare the Peak 104 by Bode to the Peak 98 by Bode, Peak 104 by Dav, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Rossignol Sender 104 Ti, Fischer Ranger 102, Atomic Maverick 100 Ti, Armada Declivity 102 Ti, Salomon QST 106, K2 Mindbender 106C, Volkl Mantra 102, HEAD Kore 105, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Elan Ripstick 106, J Skis Hotshot, Blizzard Rustler 10, Black Crows Atris, Line Blade Optic 104, Volkl Secret 102, Rossignol Rallybird 104 Ti, & Nordica Santa Ana 104 Free.

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In this Blister “How To” video, Blister editor & Masterfit-Certified Bootfttter, Kara Williard, demonstrates how to effortlessly put on and take off ski boots. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned skier, learning these simple steps can save you time, spare you frustration, and improve the performance and longevity of your boots.

Ski Boots: How to EASILY Put On & Take Off | Video

In this Blister “How To” video, Blister editor & Masterfit-Certified Bootfttter, Kara Williard, demonstrates how to effortlessly put on and take off ski boots. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skier, learning these simple steps can save you time, spare you frustration, and improve the performance and longevity of your boots.

BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

Our Reviewers’ 2023 Craft Obsessions & 2024 Curiosities (Ep.39)

Today we are sharing the craft categories that most captivated our reviewers in 2023, and the categories they’re most curious about heading into 2024. This is a fun one, and it fills out the picture of the people behind our reviews, videos, articles, podcasts, & Blister Summit events.

Kristin Sinnott and Kara Williard review the Armada Reliance 92 Ti for BLISTER.

Flash Review: 23/24 Armada Reliance 92 Ti

We’ve been spending time on Armada’s women-specific, metal-laminate ski, the Reliance 92 Ti — check out our initial impressions.

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Gear of the Year — 2023 (Ep.202)

Gear of the Year, 2023 (Ep.202)

David Golay, Simon Stewart, and Dylan Wood sat down to recap their favorite bikes and bike-related gear from 2023, argue about headset cable routing, and more.

For our final Blister Podcast of 2023, we are once again sharing with you some of our reviewers’ highlights from 2023, as well as their resolutions for 2024. This is a fun one, and it certainly fills out the picture of the people behind all of our reviews, videos, articles, and Blister Summit events.

Our Reviewers’ 2023 Highlights & 2024 Resolutions (Ep.292)

Once again, we are sharing some of our team’s highlights and new year’s resolutions. This is a fun one, and it certainly fills out the picture of the people behind all of our reviews, videos, articles, podcasts, and Blister Summit events. Happy New Year!

Blister alpine binding test shootout

Flash Review Update: Blister Alpine Binding Shootout

We’ve been spending a lot of time A/B testing a whole bunch of different alpine bindings — all on the same model of ski. Check out our latest update, with new thoughts on bindings from Salomon, Marker, & Tyrolia.

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Andrew Forward reviews the Nitro Squash for Blister

2023-2024 Nitro Squash

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.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Head Supershape e-Rally and Supershape e-Titan for Blister

2023-2024 Head Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan

The Supershape name is one of the most recognizable in the world of carving skis, and we’ve been testing the latest versions of the Supershape e-Rally & e-Titan to see how they compare to the current crop of piste-oriented models on the market. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Head Supershape e-Rally and Supershape e-Titan for Blister

Deep Dive: Head Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan

We compare the Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan to the Supershape i.Rally, Supershape i.Titan, K2 Disruption 78Ti, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Fischer RC One 82 GT, K2 Disruption MTi, Fischer RC4 The Curv, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, Parlor Warbird, Renoun Atlas 80, Rossignol Forza 70D V-Ti, Blizzard Brahma 88, & Head Kore 87.

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Blister reviews the Peak 88 by Bode

Flash Review: 23/24 Peak 88 by Bode

Given Bode Miller’s racing background, we were curious to try his take on a narrower all-mountain ski — check out our initial thoughts.

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