Kara Williard reviews the Tecnica Cochise Pro W for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Tecnica Cochise Pro W

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Kara Williard has been spending time in the new 120-flex women’s Cochise boot. Check out her initial thoughts.

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Luke Koppa, Dylan Wood, & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Wagner 106 ski for Blister

2021-2022 Wagner Summit 106

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Wagner made a few skis for testing at the Blister Summit, and we’ve continued to spend time on their “50/50” 106mm-wide ski. The results have been quite impressive — check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Luke Koppa, Dylan Wood, & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Wagner 106 ski for Blister

Deep Dive: Wagner Summit 106

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We compare the Wagner Summit 106 to the Line Sick Day 104, Elan Ripstick 106, Liberty Origin 106, Black Crows Atris, Blizzard Rustler 10, Volkl Blaze 106, Armada Tracer 108, Sego Condor 108, J Skis Slacker, 4FRNT MSP 107, Whitedot Altum 104, 4FRNT Devastator, Moment Wildcat 108, & Fischer Ranger 102 FR.

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Luke Koppa and Dylan Wood review the Liberty Origin 101 for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Liberty Origin 101

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Liberty is updating their Origin & Genesis skis for 21/22, and launching two new models. Check out our initial thoughts on the new Origin 101.

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Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Pagoda 100 RP for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 DPS Pagoda 100 RP

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DPS is launching a whole new collection of skis for 21/22. Check out our initial thoughts on the 100mm-wide option in the new Pagoda series.

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Kera Linn goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss her mountain biking career, signing with Cannondale, and more

Kera Linn is Coming Up Fast (Ep.58)

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We talk to Kera Linn about her rather meteoric rise in the mountain biking world — from her first time on a mountain bike, to her recent signing with Cannondale. We also talk about her equally interesting backstory (which includes playing all of the sports and going to all of the colleges) in this really fun conversation.
Kristin Sinnott reviews the Strafe Castle Jacket for Blister

Strafe Castle Jacket

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With a sleek look that's paired with high-end materials and insulation, the Strafe Castle Jacket warrants strong consideration if you're in the market for an insulated ski / snowboard jacket that doesn't look out of place away from the slopes.
Dylan Wood reviews the Elan Ripstick 116 for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Elan Ripstick 116

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Check out some of our initial answers to the questions we posed when we first got our hands on Elan's widest ski.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Elan Wingman 86 CTi for Blister

Deep Dive: Elan Wingman 86 CTi

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We compare the Wingman 86 CTi to the Blizzard Brahma 88, Nordica Enforcer 88, Salomon Stance 90, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, Liberty Evolv 90, Renoun Endurance 88, Salomon S/Force Bold, Folsom Spar 88, Black Crows Orb, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, Volkl M6 Mantra, & Elan Ripstick 106.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Elan Wingman 86 CTi for Blister

2021-2022 Elan Wingman 86 CTi

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If your definition of an "all-mountain" ski is one that's a blast to carve on groomers but that can also handle occasional laps off piste, the Wingman 86 CTi should be on your list. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Blister reviews the Dynastar M-Free 108

Flash Review: 21/22 Dynastar M-Free 108, 192 cm

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Update 3.22.21: We've added some more thoughts after putting in a few more days on the long M-Free 108.

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Kristin Sinnott, Becca Chow, & Kara Williard review the Volkl Secret 96 for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Volkl Secret 96

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Update 3.22.21: Kara Williard adds her thoughts on the new Secret 96.

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Blister Outdoor Gear review Crested Butte

Video: Blister Summit Panel on Ski Boot Design

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In the Blister Summit panel on Ski Boot Design, we talk to three key people in the world of ski boots: Thor Verdonk, global brand director of Lange ski boots; Matt Manser, product manager of Atomic ski boots; and Stefano Mantegazza, product manager of the Tecnica Group. We discuss their design philosophies; whether we should get rid of flex ratings; whether a precise-fitting boot can be a warm boot; the most frustrating trend in ski design today; where the biggest innovations are currently taking place; and more.
MADE Custom Apparel co-founders, Cheryl LeBarr, Capri Philip, and Dustin Butcher go on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss their new custom apparel brand, its background, their custom process, and more

MADE: Custom Technical Apparel (Ep.139)

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MADE is a new company that’s setting out to make custom technical apparel. Their 3 co-founders are all veterans of the technical apparel and outdoor industries, and Luke Koppa and I talked to Cheryl LeBarr, Capri Philip, and Dustin Butcher about why they started MADE and how they are making this happen.
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