Luke Koppa reviews the Dynastar Menace 98 for Blister

19/20 Dynastar Menace 98

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Dynastar’s all-mountain-freestyle ski, with comparisons to the Rossignol Black Ops 98.

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Cy Whitling reviews the Roxa R3 130 T.I. for Blister

2021-2022 Roxa R3 130 T.I.

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The Roxa R3 130 was a pretty good AT boot, but we think the updated 19/20 version is a great one. If you’re looking for a boot that you can use inbounds and in the backcountry, the new R3 130 is worth a look.
Luke Koppa reviews the Rossignol Black Ops 98 for Blister

19/20 Rossignol Black Ops 98

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Rossignol's all-mountain-freestyle ski.

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Noah Bodman reviews the Mammut Alvier Armor Hardshell Jacket for Blister

Mammut Alvier Armor Hardshell Jacket

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Jackets with reinforced fabrics used to bulky and often uncomfortable. But a few companies have come up with new ways to seamlessly reinforce their garments, and the Mammut Alvier Armor Jacket takes this technology and packages it into a versatile ski shell. Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa, Jonathan Ellsworth, and Sam Shaheen review the K2 Mindbender 108Ti for Blister

Deep Dive: K2 Mindbender 108Ti

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We compare the Mindbender 108Ti to the Blizzard Cochise, ON3P Wrenegade 108, Prior Husume, Folsom Hammer, 4FRNT MSP 107, Black Crows Corvus, Faction Dictator 3.0, Head Kore 105, Moment Commander 108, Nordica Enforcer 110, and J Skis Metal.

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Luke Koppa reviews the RMU North Shore 108 for Blister

2020-2021 RMU North Shore 108

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RMU’s North Shore 108 seems to combine elements from both the more directional, harder-charging end of the spectrum, as well as the more forgiving and playful side. So what does that actually look like? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.
Luke Koppa reviews the RMU North Shore 108 for Blister

19/20 RMU North Shore 108

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Check out our initial on-snow impressions of RMU's narrower big-mountain ski.

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Blister Speaker Series 1.2: Eric Larsen, polar adventurer, expedition guide, & educator on the Blister Podcast

Blister Speaker Series 1.2: Eric Larsen – Polar Adventurer, Expedition Guide, & Educator (Ep.81)

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Last week we held our 2nd Blister Speaker Series event at Western Colorado University with Eric Larsen, a North and South Pole adventurer, expedition guide, author, and climate educator. Here is that conversation, where we talk to Eric about the importance of doing difficult things, perseverance, leadership, and more.
Blister's Ski Pole Roundup — 2019

Ski Pole Roundup — 2019

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Not all ski poles are created equal, so after spending dozens of seasons and hundreds of days using a whole bunch of them, we offer this roundup of a bunch of inbounds and backcountry-oriented options.
Luke Koppa reviews the Line Vision 108 for Blister

19/20 Line Vision 108

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After getting more time on it, we've updated our initial on-snow impressions of Line's very light Vision 108.

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Kristin Sinnott reviews the Flylow Donna Pant 2.1 for Blister

Flylow Donna Pant 2.1

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Comfortable? Check. Waterproof? Check. Versatile? Check. Stylish? Check. The Flylow Donna Pant 2.1 ticks a lot of boxes, and is worth a good look if you’re in the market for a women’s ski pant.
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