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Blister review the Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

2024-2025 Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

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Nordica claims the Steadfast 85 DC is "at home in any terrain and all conditions," but they also say similar things about their Enforcer skis, so what really makes the Steadfast 85 stand out? Here's our Full Review.
Blister reviews the Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

Deep Dive: Nordica Steadfast 85 DC

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We compare the Steadfast 85 DC to the Nordica Enforcer 94, Stockli Montero AR, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, Fischer The Curv GT 85, Rossignol Arcade 88, Volkl Peregrine 80, Kastle MX84, Head Supershape e-Rally, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Head Supershape e-Titan, Atomic Maverick 88 Ti, and Dynastar M-Cross 88.

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Blister reviews the Cane Creek Tigon rear shock

Cane Creek Tigon

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Air and coil shocks both have their merits, but what about a hybrid of the two? Cane Creek took a creative new direction with their Tigon shock. But has it worked? Check out our Full Review to find out.
Blister reviews the BMC URS AMP LT

BMC URS AMP LT

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The BMC URS AMP LT looks like a versatile off-road-focused eGravel Bike with progressive geometry and ample cargo-carrying capability — making for a very interesting take on the electrified Gravel Bike category.
Luke Koppa reviews the Blizzard Anomaly 88 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Blizzard Anomaly 88

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We've had multiple reviewers testing the new Anomaly 88 to see how it compares to the Blizzard Brahma and the rest of the narrower all-mountain class. Here are their initial thoughts.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 112 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Armada ARV 112

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Here are some of our initial takeaways after spending time on Armada's new freestyle-friendly powder (or all-mountain?) ski.

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David Golay reviews the Geometron G1 for Blister

Flash Review — Nicolai/Geometron G1

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Update 12.18.2024: We’ve spent a lot more time on the new Geometron G1 and have experimented with a lot more of its myriad customization options. Check out what we’ve learned so far.

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Ibis Ripmo V3

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While the Ibis Ripmo has stayed fairly consistent since its launch over six years ago, the mountain bike industry as a whole has shifted around it. So, where does it fit in today’s market, and how does it differentiate itself on the trail? Check out our Full Review.
Luke Koppa reviews the Rossignol Sender Soul 102 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Rossignol Sender Soul 102

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Update 12.16.24: We've logged a lot more time on Rossignol's newest all-mountain ski, the Sender Soul 102. Check out what we've learned since first skiing it at Blister Summit 2024.

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