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Noah Bodman reviews the Devinci Spartan Carbon XS, Blister Gear Review.

2015 Devinci Spartan Carbon SX

September 15, 2014September 15, 2014 by Noah Bodman
We're back from Interbike, and of everything we rode, the Devinci Spartan Carbon SX was the best at doing everything pretty well.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Paul Forward reviews the Blizzard Bodacious, Blister Gear Review.

2014-2015 Blizzard Bodacious

September 13, 2021September 14, 2014 by Paul Forward
Versatile, stable, forgiving, and damp. The Blizzard Bodacious is an outstanding big-mountain / fatter all-mountain ski.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Blister Gear Review's photos of Broken River Ski Area, New Zealand.

Trip Report: Broken River Ski Area

September 13, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte
The Broken River club field of Canterbury, New Zealand, is a very friendly place with a remarkably interesting history.
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Julia Van Raalte reviews the Scott Vanisher, Blister Gear Review.

2014-2015 SCOTT Vanisher

September 12, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte
The new SCOTT Vanisher is a light and playful ski that works best in soft conditions and is a whole lot of fun.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Will Brown reviews the Armada Invictus, Blister Gear Review.

2016-2017 Armada Invictus 108Ti

December 4, 2016September 11, 2014 by Will Brown
Unlike anything Armada has made before, the new Invictus is a directional all-mountain ski with a stout, big-mountain feel.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the DPS Wailer 105, Blister Gear Review

2nd Look: DPS Wailer 105

November 21, 2016September 10, 2014 by Jonathan Ellsworth
We take another look at the new DPS Wailer 105, with comparisons to skis in its class from Moment, Line, Salomon, Blizzard, and more.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Mons Royale Monsie review, Blister Gear Review

Mons Royale Monsie

September 11, 2017September 6, 2014 by Justin Bobb
The Mons Royale Monsie is awesome, so you should get one. And this review contains cute puppies, axes, sexy Hawaiian photo shoots, Looney Tunes onesies, and more, so you should read it.
Categories Base Layers, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Sam Shaheen reviews the Patagonia Knifeblade jacket and pants, Blister Gear Review.

Patagonia Knifeblade Jacket and Pants

October 27, 2021September 5, 2014 by Sam Shaheen
The Patagonia Knifeblade kit breathes better than any hard shell and water-resistant soft-shell piece we've tested.
Categories Apparel, Jackets, Pants, Recommended
Paul Forward reviews the Blizzard Cochise, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Blizzard Cochise

October 13, 2015September 4, 2014 by Paul Forward
Blizzard tweaked the Cochise for the 2014-2015 season. Thankfully, this latest version is still one of the best skis in its class.
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Julia Van Raalte reviews the Volkl Aura, Blister Gear Review

2017-2018 Volkl Aura

January 11, 2018September 3, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte
The redesigned Volkl Aura is quick, stable, and now more versatile.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Will Brown reviews the Atomic Automatic for Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 Atomic Automatic 109

September 13, 2016September 2, 2014 by Will Brown
The new Atomic Automatic 109 has a lot of qualities that helped make the original Automatic a popular ski. It's light and quick, but fares surprisingly well in challenging conditions.
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2016-2017 DPS Wailer 105

November 21, 2016August 31, 2014 by Paul Forward
For those who prefer substantial and damp skis to light and reactive ones (especially when conditions get firm), the new Wailer 105 Hybrid T2 is a very good all-mountain option, and a big departure for DPS.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Julia Van Raalte reviews the Leki Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock, Blister Gear Review

Leki Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock Ski Poles

August 30, 2014August 29, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte
Leki's Aergonlite 2 Crystal Speedlock has a narrower grip for smaller hands, and some features that make it a good option for both the resort and the backcountry.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Paul Forward reviews the Patagonia Black Hole Snow Roller 190cm, Blister Gear Review.

Patagonia Black Hole Snow Roller Ski Bag

August 27, 2014 by Paul Forward
The Patagonia Black Hole Snow Roller is a lightweight ski bag, and one of the very best out there.
Categories Luggage, Recommended, Reviews
Blister Gear Reviews Trip Report - Kayaking Norway,

Trip Report: Paddling Norway

October 25, 2021August 25, 2014 by Thomas Neilson
If you like whitewater, you'll love Norway. This trip report / photo gallery is designed to help you plan your own trip.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Trip Reports
Eric Melson reviews the Mystery Ranch Terraplane, Blister Gear Review

Mystery Ranch Terraplane

August 26, 2014August 24, 2014 by Eric Melson
The Mystery Ranch Terraplane has an incredibly comfortable suspension system and excels at carrying heavy loads.
Categories Backpacks, Recommended
Matt Pincus reviews the La Sportiva Testarossa, Blister Gear Review.

La Sportiva Testarossa

August 22, 2014 by Matt Pincus
We've now put more than a year in the same pair of La Sportiva Testarossas. Here's our Update.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Review of the Line Magnum Opus, Blister Gear Review.

Preview: 2014-2015 LINE Magnum Opus

September 13, 2016August 21, 2014 by Will Brown
Eric Pollard has created a new version of his super playful, surprisingly versatile pro model. Meet the LINE Magnum Opus.
Categories Recommended, Reviews
Eric Melson reviews the Transition Covert 29, Blister Gear Review.

2014 Transition Covert 29

August 18, 2014 by Eric Melson
If your local trails feature sit-and-spin climbs and fast, ripping descents, you’ll get along well with the Transition Covert 29.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Noah Bodman reviews the Rocky Mountain Altitude 770 MSL for Blister Gear Review

2014 Rocky Mountain Altitude 770 MSL Rally Edition

August 17, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Rocky Mountain Altitude 770 MSL Rally Edition is a versatile, adjustable All Mountain ride with a good build.
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