Luke Koppa reviews the Dalbello Lupo Pro HD for Blister

19/20 Dalbello Lupo Pro HD

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Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Dalbello’s new 50/50 crossover ski boot.

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Eric Freson, Sam Shaheen, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Faction Dictator 4.0 for Blister

Deep Dive: Faction Dictator 4.0

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We compare the Dictator 4.0 to the Blizzard Bodacious, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Nordica Enforcer Pro, Line Sick Day 114, Icelantic Nomad 115, Dynastar PR-OTO Factory, ON3P Wrenegade 114, and Rossignol Super 7 RD.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

19/20 Liberty evolv 90

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Liberty's brand-new narrower all-mountain ski.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty evolv 90

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For 19/20, Liberty is launching a brand-new line of skis that’s reportedly a blend of their V and Origin skis. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new evolv 90.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Zipline XT Goggle for Blister

Zipline XT Goggle

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The Zipline XT features an absurdly quick and easy magnetic lens-swap system typically only seen on goggles twice as expensive. So, what’s the catch? Is there one? Check out our full review
Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

19/20 Salomon S/Pro 130

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Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Salomon's new lightweight alpine boot.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon S/Pro 130

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The Salomon X Pro line is reportedly the best-selling line of ski boots in the world. For 19/20, they're replacing the X Pro with the brand-new S/Pro series. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the S/Pro 130.
Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 96 Ti for Blister

Deep Dive: Armada ARV 96 Ti

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We compare the ARV 96 Ti to the Rossignol Black Ops 98, Dynastar Menace 98, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, Liberty Helix 98, Liberty Origin 96, J Skis Masterblaster, Moment Commander 98, Renoun Endurance 98, Nordica Enforcer 100, 4FRNT MSP 99, ON3P Wrenegade 96, and Blizzard Rustler 9.

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Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen talk to Patagonia's Senior Materials Developer, Pasha Whitmire, about Patagonia's technical fabric development on Blister's GEAR:30 Podcast

Patagonia’s Technical Fabric Development & Design (Ep.47)

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This week we talk to Patagonia’s senior material developer, Pasha Whitmire, about how Patagonia designs, develops, and tests their technical fabrics; myths surrounding waterproof / breathable materials; why the future of fabric development lies in sustainability; the advantages and disadvantages of working with big names like Gore-Tex; and a whole lot more outerwear geekery.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Smith I/O Mag XL for Blister

Smith I/O Mag XL Goggle

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Smith’s original I/O goggle helped start the trend of lenses with quick and easy lens-swap systems. The I/O line has evolved a lot since then, with the brand-new I/O Mag XL being one of the newest additions. Check out our full review of the I/O Mag XL.
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