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Matt Zia reviews the Black Diamond VaporLock Magnetron for Blister

Black Diamond VaporLock Magnetron Carabiner

January 23, 2018January 23, 2018 by Matt Zia

Black Diamond’s Magnetron carabiners are certainly unique, but are they better than traditional lockers? We spent the past season using the VaporLock Magnetron on everything from single-pitch climbs in Indian Creek to multi-pitch ice in Montana to see just how effective this innovation really is.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Faction Prime 2.0 for Blister

2018-2019 Faction Prime 2.0

November 27, 2018January 22, 2018 by Brian Lindahl

Faction says their touring ski, the Prime 2.0, “excels at high speeds, but keeps it surprisingly nimble when things get technical.” So how stable and nimble is this ski, and how does it compare to the competition? Check out our full review.

Black Crows Skis - Blister Gear 30 podcast

Black Crows Skis 18/19 Lineup (Ep.7)

June 3, 2019January 21, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Black Crows co-founder, Camille Jaccoux, and head ski designer, Julien Regnier, about women-specific skis, then go over what’s new in the Black Crows 18/19 lineup.

Ibis 742 Carbon Logo Wheels

January 20, 2018 by Noah Bodman

After 5 months of hard use, we’ve come away very impressed by the Ibis 742 Carbon Logo wheels’ overall performance, durability, and value.

Camille Jaccoux & Julien Regnier, Black Crows Skis on the Blister Podcast

Black Crows Skis – Camille Jaccoux & Julien Regnier (Ep.64)

June 3, 2019January 19, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to the co-founder and the head ski designer of one of the hottest brands skiing, Black Crows about the origins and design principles of the brand, a few of the important skis in the history of the company, and what's next.

Win The Ultimate Backcountry Adventure

October 18, 2021January 19, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

This week, we’re teaming up with one of our recommended shops to give away an all-expenses-paid ski trip to Alpenglow’s Mountain Festival in Lake Tahoe. Enter Now for your chance to win.

Kelsey Opstad reviews the Prior Brandywine Split XTC for Blister

2017-2018 Prior Brandywine Split XTC

January 19, 2018January 19, 2018 by Kelsey Opstad

The Prior Brandywine Split XTC provides an impressive blend of low weight, playfulness, and strong downhill performance across a wide range of conditions.

Kelsey Opstad

January 18, 2018 by Kelsey Opstad

Age: 27 | Vitals: 5’3’’, 130lbs | Years snowboarding: 14 | Current Residence: Girdwood AK

Background

Born and raised in Alaska, I have been lucky to live muc…

Hazel Findlay on the All Things Climbing podcast

Hazel Findlay (Ep.1)

February 13, 2018January 18, 2018 by Dave Alie

In our inaugural episode of All Things Climbing, we talk to Hazel Findlay about her recent send of the Salathe Wall on El Cap; the current direction of climbing culture; and conflicts within climbing sponsorships.

Paul Forward reviews the Volkl Confession for Blister Gear Review

Deep Dive: Volkl Confession

March 2, 2018January 18, 2018 by Paul Forward

We compare the Volkl Confession to other directional pow skis, including the Nordica Enforcer Pro, Moment Blister Pro, Head Kore 117, Blizzard Bodacious, and ON3P Billy Goat.

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the G3 FINDr 102 for Blister Review

2018-2019 G3 FINDr 102

November 27, 2018January 17, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We've now had more time and more reviewers on the FINDr 102 (and had it in more terrain), so here is our updated review of this lightweight touring ski from G3.

Eddie Bauer EverTherm Down Hooded Jacket

January 17, 2018January 16, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

With its unique construction, Eddie Bauer’s new EverTherm Down Hooded Jacket represents an interesting step away from traditional down jackets.

Sam Shaheen and Brian Lindahl review the Dynastar Mythic 97 for Blister

2019-2020 Dynastar Mythic 97

February 3, 2020January 15, 2018 by Brian Lindahl

We’ve now had two reviewers on the Dynastar Mythic 97, and weigh in on how this light touring ski performs in a variety of conditions.

Luke Koppa

February 12, 2025January 14, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Age: 28 | Vitals: 5’8,” ~155 lbs | Years Skiing: 17 | Current Residence: Crested Butte, Colora

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Nate Murray reviews the K2 Cool Bean for Blister

2020-2021 K2 Cool Bean

December 16, 2020January 14, 2018 by Nate Murray

If you’re looking for a dedicated board for the deepest days, K2’s short and stubby Cool Bean is a surfy, playful option that provides a unique feel in soft snow and deep snow.

Analisa Price

April 18, 2020January 13, 2018 by Analisa Price

Vitals: 5’ 3”, ~115 lbs. | Years skiing: ~5 | Current Residence: Seattle, WA

I’m from central North Carolina, so I didn’t really learn to ski until I was an

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Kristin Sinnott

June 26, 2019January 13, 2018 by Kristin Sinnott

Kristin (Green) Sinnott

Age: 40 | Vitals: 5’8,” 125

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Ortovox Pordoi Jacket

July 15, 2018January 13, 2018 by Luke Koppa

The Ortovox Pordoi Jacket effectively meets the many demands that ski touring places on a shell, and is worth a look if you’re in the market for a new touring jacket.

Matt Manser, Atomic Ski Boots (Ep.63)

June 3, 2019January 12, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to the global product manager of Atomic ski boots about how a kid from a little town in New York got that position, how his study of philosophy helped him get there, the design decisions behind the Atomic Hawx Ultra & Ultra XTD boots, and more.

Paul Forward

December 30, 2019January 12, 2018 by Paul Forward

Age: 40 | Vitals: 6’0″, 190 lbs. | Years Skiing: 36 | Current Residence: Girdwood, Alaska

Background

I grew up in Eagle River, Alaska and my pare…

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