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Shop Talk: Outdoor Gear Exchange, Burlington, VT (Ep.131)

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talked with Megan Shenton, the head of the ski dept. at Outdoor Gear Exchange, about how this ski season is going so far in New England; the history of Outdoor Gear Exchange; some of her personal favorite gear and some of the OGE staff’s favorite products; and more.

Win Elan Skis

January 15, 2021 by Luke Koppa

This week the winner will get any Elan Ripstick ski they want!

2021-2022 J Skis Hotshot

December 9, 2021January 15, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We've now had two reviewers putting in a lot of time on J's playful, metal-laminate ski — and they're both big fans. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of the Hotshot.

Deep Dive: J Skis Hotshot

January 15, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We compare the Hotshot to the Dynastar M-Free 108, ON3P Woodsman 108, Moment Wildcat 108, Moment Deathwish, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, Whitedot Altum 104, Salomon QST 106, K2 Reckoner 102, Line Sir Francis Bacon, Sego Big Horn 106, Black Crows Atris, Volkl Revolt 104, 4FRNT Devastator, Season Nexus, Volkl Katana 108, & Shaggy's Ahmeek 105.

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Yoann Barelli goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss his move to Guerrilla Gravity, his work at Barelli Concepts, his plans for 2021 and beyond, and more

Yoann Barelli on his move to Guerrilla Gravity; Coaching; Comfort Zones; & More (Ep.49)

November 17, 2021January 14, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Yoann Barelli about his new partnership with Guerrilla Gravity; the coaching he’s now doing at Barelli Concepts; his background; comfort zones; and a whole lot more.

Luke Koppa reviews the Movement Alp Tracks 106 for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Movement Alp Tracks 106

April 9, 2025January 14, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Update 1.14.21: Check out how the Alp Tracks 106 has been handling firmer, more challenging conditions.

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Kara Williard reviews the Blizzard Black Pearl 97 for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Blizzard Black Pearl 97

April 9, 2025January 13, 2021 by Kara Williard

Check out our initial thoughts on the new women's Black Pearl 97.

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Manitou Mara Pro Shock

January 13, 2021 by David Golay

We were very impressed by the Manitou Mezzer Pro Fork this past year, but what about the rear shock Manitou designed to pair with it? Check out our full review of the Mara Pro.

Luke Koppa reviews the Atomic Maverick 95 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Atomic Maverick 95 Ti

April 9, 2025January 12, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We just spent a day on one of Atomic's new all-mountain skis. Check out our initial thoughts, and how the Maverick 95 Ti compares to the Salomon Stance and Armada Declivity skis.

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The 2021 Blister Summit

February 16, 2021January 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We are pleased to invite you to a new event in the snowsports world: the Blister Summit at Mt. Crested Butte.

Ed Roberson goes on Blister's Off The Couch podcast to discuss The Procrastinator’s Punishment 50k, his Mountain & Prairie podcast, and more

Ed Roberson on The Procrastinator’s Punishment 50k (Ep.78)

January 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Ed Roberson is the creator of The Procrastinator’s Punishment 50k; the host of the excellent Mountain & Prairie podcast; and the author of a fantastic Books Recommendation series. So Brendan Leonard & Jonathan Ellsworth talked to Ed about all of the above, and more.

Atomic Announces the 2021-2022 Maverick & Maven Skis; Blister discusses the new line of all-mountain skis

Atomic Announces New Maverick & Maven Skis

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Atomic just announced the replacement to their current Vantage series: the brand-new Maverick & Maven all-mountain skis.

Luke Koppa reviews the Season Aero ski for Blister

Flash Review: Season Aero Ski

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Here are our initial thoughts on the 96mm-wide ski in the Season lineup.

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Sam Anthamatten goes on the Blister Podcast to discuss filming La Liste 2: Everything or Nothing; his career on the Freeride World Tour; His gear preferences; & More

Sam Anthamatten on Steep Skiing, La Liste 2, the FWT, & Gear Choices (Ep.158)

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Sam Anthamatten does things in the mountains that few skiers do, and in this conversation, you’ll get a better sense of the background and the trajectory that helped Sam get to where he is today. We also get an update from Sam on the status of La Liste 2; we talk about the process of flashing massive, big-mountain lines; and more.

Topo Athletic Zephyr

January 11, 2021January 10, 2021 by Gordon Gianniny

We've seen many recent shoes designed to maximize efficiency for fast-paced road runs, but the Topo Zephyr stands out from the competition in several ways. Check out our review to learn more about this road shoe and whether it might work well for you.

Luke Koppa reviews the Season Nexus ski for Blister

Flash Review: Season Nexus Ski

January 12, 2021January 8, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We just wrapped up a day on the mid-fat ski in the Season lineup. Check out our initial impressions.

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Drew Kelly, Luke Koppa, & Jonathan Ellsworth discuss on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast the new Volkl M6 Mantra & Secret 96; Head Monster 108 vs. Volkl Katana 108; Movement Alp Tracks 106, GO 106 Ti, & Fly Two 115

New Volkl Mantra M6; Burly Chargers; & Movement Skis (Ep.130)

December 22, 2021January 8, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Luke Koppa and Jonathan Ellsworth offer their initial thoughts on the new Volkl Mantra M6 & Secret 96; reviewer, Drew Kelly, makes his GEAR:30 debut to compare the Volkl Katana 108 vs the HEAD Monster 108 vs the Blizzard Cochise 106; Luke discusses some of the Movement skis he’s been getting time on; & more.

Luke Koppa reviews the Movement GO 106 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Movement GO 106 Ti

April 9, 2025January 8, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Check out our initial thoughts on Movement's lightweight, titanal-laminate freeride ski.

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Win HEAD Skis

January 8, 2021 by Luke Koppa

This week the winner will get any HEAD Kore ski they want!

Gear of the Year, 2020 (Ep.48)

January 4, 2024January 7, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blister’s bike editor, David Golay, talks about some of the gear he’s recently been testing; some of the most surprising products of the past year; some of the standout products of 2020; and a few predictions for 2021.

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