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Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Jan 2021) (Ep.160)

January 25, 2021January 25, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody Townsend and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss the first Winter Summit of K2 by the Sherpa and Nepali team, including Nirmal Purja; TNF x Gucci collab; mountain-town dynamics; Sam Anthamatten vs Cody on the SHIFT binding; our inaugural Blister Summit; and more.

Hoka One One Rincon 2

January 25, 2021January 24, 2021 by Gordon Gianniny

One of our reviewers says the recently redesigned Hoka Rincon 2 is "everything that a high-cushion shoe should be." Check out our review to see what he means, and how this lightweight, less-expensive shoe compares to its competition.

Dylan Wood reviews the Trek Slash for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

2021 Trek Slash

January 24, 2021January 23, 2021 by Dylan Wood

We’ve spent quite a bit of time now on the new Trek Slash, and three of our reviewers are weighing in on this smooth, stable, and surprisingly versatile long-travel bike. Check out our full review.

2021-2022 Tecnica Cochise 130

January 26, 2021January 22, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Tecnica Cochise was one of the first boots designed to offer alpine-boot downhill performance with uphill capability, and they’re overhauling it for 21/22. Check out our First Look & Flash Review to see what they’ve changed and how the new boot compares to the current market.

Win Fischer Skis

January 22, 2021 by Luke Koppa

The winner this week will get the Fischer Ranger 107 Ti!

Atomic Ski Boot Product Manager, Matt Manser, goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss Atomic new's Professional series of Hawx boots and Mimic liners, Atomic's new Dual Strap, ski boot heel pockets, ski boot liner tongues, why plug boots are not a thing, and more

A Very Deep Dive on Ski Boots, Part 5: Heel Pockets, Tongue Volume, & Atomic’s new Hawx Ultra & “Professional” Liners & Dual Strap (Ep.132)

January 22, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Product Manager of Atomic Ski Boots, Matt Manser, is back to talk about heel pockets and tongue volume and Luke Koppa’s feet and how plug boots are not a thing and Atomic’s new Hawx Ultra and their new “Professional” Series of Liners and Dual Straps.

Luke Koppa & Dylan Wood review the DPS Foundation Koala 103 for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 DPS Foundation Koala 103

April 9, 2025January 20, 2021 by Luke Koppa

DPS is launching a new ski in their playful "Koala" series for 21/22 — check out our reviewers' initial thoughts on it.

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Mike Foote goes on Blister's Off The Couch podcast to discuss his and Rob Krar's FKT on the Rim to Rim to Rim Alt route of the Grand Canyon; his favorite books and reading habits; directing races in 2021; and more

Mike Foote on His Grand Canyon R2R2R ALT FKT; Race Directing; & Reading (Ep.79)

January 19, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Brendan Leonard & Jonathan Ellsworth talk to Mike Foote, who on 12.31.20, headed out with fellow The North Face athlete, Rob Krar, to attempt an FKT of the Rim to Rim to Rim “alt” route of the Grand Canyon. So we get Mike’s version of the event, and then go on to discuss a whole lot more.

Luke Koppa reviews the Parlor Warbird for Blister

2021-2022 Parlor Warbird

January 19, 2021 by Luke Koppa

There are lots of smaller-batch ski manufacturers these days, but very few that have branched out into the category of dedicated carving skis. Parlor changed that with their Warbird — a 78mm-wide ski designed to excel on groomed snow.

Deep Dive: Parlor Warbird

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We compare the Warbird to the K2 Disruption 78Ti, K2 Disruption 78C, Fischer RC4 The Curv, Fischer RC4 The Curv GT, Salomon S/Force Bold, K2 Disruption MTi, Liberty V82, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, & Parlor Cardinal 90.

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Andrew Alexander King goes on the Blister Podcast to discuss his Between Worlds project, trying to become the first African American to climb the highest mountain and volcano on each continent, and much more

Andrew Alexander King & The Between Worlds Project (Ep.159)

January 18, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Andrew Alexander King is an explorer, alpinist, climber, and surfer who was born in Detroit; has climbed over 50 different mountains around the world from Kilimanjaro to the highest mountain in the Atlantic, Indian, and the Pacific Ocean; is currently aiming to become the first African American to climb the highest mountain and volcano on each continent; and is the founder of the The Between Worlds Project.

Maddie Hart reviews the On Cloudventure for Blister

On Running Cloudventure

January 18, 2021January 17, 2021 by Maddie Hart

The Cloudventure is On's take on a versatile, everyday trail running shoe — but with a few unique twists. Check out our review to see how it compares to many other options on the market, and where we think it makes the most sense.

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.

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