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Ski Binding Design | BLISTER Summit ’22 Panel Discussion

March 23, 2022March 22, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

At our 2022 Blister Summit, we brought together a wide-ranging group of panelists to discuss alpine ski bindings; their features and how they affect on-snow performance; the real-world considerations anyone might want to take into account when thinking about alpine bindings; Amer’s brand-new Strive binding; and much more. Watch the video here

David Golay Reviews the Guerrilla Gravity Trail Pistol for Blister

2022 Guerrilla Gravity Trail Pistol

March 22, 2022March 21, 2022 by David Golay

We’ve now used the same exact front triangle to review four different Guerrilla Gravity bikes, and the latest one, the revised Trail Pistol, has proven to be a nice update to the brand’s short-travel Trail bike. Check out our full review for more.

On our Blister Podcast, Benji Alexander is back on the podcast to talk about becoming Jamaica’s first Olympian alpine ski racer; his experience in Beijing and his race runs; competition and representation at the Olympic games; and more.

Benji Alexander on the Olympics, the Aftermath, & What’s Next (Ep.205)

March 21, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Benji Alexander is back on the podcast to talk about becoming Jamaica’s first Olympian alpine ski racer; his experience in Beijing and his race runs; competition and representation at the Olympic games; and more.

Luke Koppa reviews the Stereo Lynx MK 4 for Blister

2021-2022 Stereo Lynx MK 4

March 19, 2022March 19, 2022 by Luke Koppa

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pics, and flex pattern numbers for the Stereo Lynx MK 4.

On our GEAR:30 podcast, Kristin Sinnott, Kara Williard, and Sascha Anastas talk about some of their highlights from the Blister Summit and discuss a bunch of the gear they spent time on from Fischer, Salomon, Dynastar, Renoun, Rossignol, and more.

Blister Summit Recap & Ski Reviews (Ep.188)

March 18, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Kristin Sinnott, Kara Williard, and Sascha Anastas talk about the Blister Summit and discuss a bunch of the gear they spent time on from Fischer, Salomon, Dynastar, Renoun, Rossignol, and more.

Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Mindbender 99Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 22/23 K2 Mindbender 99Ti

January 18, 2025March 18, 2022 by Luke Koppa

K2 is updating all their Mindbender Ti skis for 22/23, and we've been spending time on several of them. Check out our Flash Review of the 99Ti.

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Kristin Sinnott reviews the Nordica Santa Ana 98 for Blister

2022-2023 Nordica Santa Ana 98

March 18, 2022 by Kristin Sinnott

The Nordica Santa Ana series has been a Blister favorite for many years, but how does the latest iteration of the Santa Ana 98 compare to the current market? Check out our full review.

Win Any 22/23 Icelantic Ski

March 18, 2022 by Kristin Sinnott

The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get to pick any ski they want from Icelantic's expansive, new 22/23 lineup!

Kara Williard reviews the Tecnica Cochise Pro W for Blister

2022-2023 Tecnica Cochise Pro W

March 18, 2022March 17, 2022 by Kara Williard

This season Tecnica updated their long-standing Cochise series of 50/50 boots, and we think the current design is a really appealing option for those who want a boot with a walk mode that makes minimal compromises when it comes to downhill performance. Check out our full review of the top-end women's model, the Cochise Pro W.

Kane Revive Active Recovery Shoe

March 17, 2022 by Cy Whitling

Kane currently only makes one product, their Revive “active recovery shoe.” Cy Whitling has been using them for a while now, and says he might not be able to live without them. Check out his review to see why.

Martin Maes practically grew up in the GT pits with his father, and had raced for them since he was a teenager. But he made the move to Orbea for 2022, and so on this week’s episode of Bikes & Big Ideas, we sat down to chat about his career trajectory and the value of a change of pace; the mental aspects of racing & injury recovery; becoming a father; bike setup for Enduro and DH racing, and a whole bunch more.

Martin Maes on Team Changes, Bike Setup, & Fatherhood (Ep.109)

March 18, 2022March 17, 2022 by David Golay

Martin Maes makes his podcast debut to talk about career progression, the value of a change of pace, fatherhood, bike setup, and a whole lot more.

Flash Review: 22/23 Faction Dancer 3

January 18, 2025March 16, 2022 by Luke Koppa

Faction is tweaking their line of metal-laminate skis for the 2022-2023 season — check out our initial impressions of the Dancer 3

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Dylan Wood reviews the Nordica Unleashed 98 for Blister

2022-2023 Nordica Unleashed 98

March 16, 2022 by Dylan Wood

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pics, and flex pattern numbers for the new Nordica Unleashed 98.

David Golay Reviews RockShox Flight Attendant for Blister

Flash Review — RockShox Flight Attendant

March 16, 2022 by David Golay

RockShox launched their Flight Attendant electronic suspension a few months ago and we’re now spending time on it — and it’s pretty mind-blowing.

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On Blister's Off The Couch Podcast, We talk to Adam Hill about how dealing with anxiety disorder led him into Ironman competitions; his new book, Shifting Gears; and the process and mechanisms of personal transformation.

Adam Hill on Anxiety, Addiction, Ironmans, & Personal Transformation (Ep.111)

March 15, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Adam Hill about how dealing with anxiety disorder led him into Ironman competitions; his new book, Shifting Gears; and the process and mechanisms of personal transformation.

Dylan Wood & Luke Koppa review the Shaggy's Ahmeek 95 for Blister

2021-2022 Shaggy’s Ahmeek 95

March 15, 2022 by Luke Koppa

We've spent the past season testing two different versions of the Ahmeek 95 — check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons for our thoughts on this made-in-Michigan all-mountain ski.

Deep Dive: Shaggy’s Ahmeek 95

March 16, 2022March 15, 2022 by Luke Koppa

We compare the Ahmeek 95 to the Shaggy's Ahmeek 105, J Skis Masterblaster, Atomic Maverick 95 Ti, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, J Skis Fastforward, Blizzard Rustler 9, Nordica Soul Rider 97, Black Crows Serpo, 4FRNT MSP 99, Black Crows Camox, Moment Deathwish 104, Volkl M6 Mantra, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, Dynastar M-Free 99, and Salomon QST 98.

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Kara Williard reviews the Armada ARW 106 UL for Blister

Flash Review: 22/23 Armada ARW 106 UL

January 18, 2025March 15, 2022 by Kara Williard

Three of our reviewers have been spending time on Armada's lightweight all-mountain freestyle ski, the ARW 106 UL – check out Kara Williard, Luke Koppa, & Dylan Wood's initial impressions.

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Kara Williard and Luke Koppa review the Line Blade Optic 104 for Blister

Flash Review: 22/23 Line Blade Optic 104

January 18, 2025March 14, 2022 by Luke Koppa

We've had multiple reviewers on two different lengths of Line's new Blade Optic 104 — check out Kara Williard & Luke Koppa's thoughts on the 178 cm and 185 cm models.

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Ignorance is Bliss, Sometimes

March 13, 2022March 12, 2022 by David Golay

Dropper posts keep getting longer — with OneUp’s new 240 mm version leading the charge — and our Bike Editor reflects on a decade-plus of dropper post evolution.

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