BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
2020-2021 Liberty Origin 106
When we first saw the 19/20 Liberty Origin 106, we thought the new ski could have increased versatility without losing much of what made it stand out from the competition. And after spending time on it, we think that’s exactly what Liberty has achieved. Check out our full review.
Deep Dive: Liberty Origin 106
We compare the updated Origin 106 to the previous Liberty Origin 106, Line Sick Day 104, Rossignol Soul 7 HD, Salomon QST 106, Elan Ripstick 106, Renoun Citadel 106, Nordica Enforcer 110, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, 4FRNT MSP 107, Black Crows Corvus, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Prior Husume, J Skis Metal, ON3P Wrenegade 108, Blizzard Cochise, and Faction Dictator 3.0.
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Win Men’s or Women’s Apparel from Amundsen
Win functional and stylish apparel from Norwegian brand, Amundsen Sports!
Sweet Protection Ascender Helmet
“Dual-Certified” helmets — designed to protect you both while climbing and skiing / snowboarding — are a growing product category. And for 19/20, Sweet Protection is presenting their own version. Check out our full review for more on their new Ascender Helmet.
Fjallraven Keb Eco-Shell Jacket W
Fjällräven says their Keb Eco-Shell Jacket is ideal for year-round use, and after using it for everything from rainy tropical hikes to ski touring, we’d agree. Check out our full review.
Fresh Takes on Trail Running & its Future (Ep.6)
While participation in trail running and ultra trail races is increasing, it has tended to draw an older crowd. But younger runners are getting into the sport, and they aren’t following all the old conventions. So we discuss the current and future state of trail running and ultra running with two young and rising trail runners, Maddie Hart and Gordon Gianniny.
2019 Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Live Valve
After 3 months of testing, here is our full review of both Pivot’s Mach 5.5 Carbon bike, and Fox’s “Live Valve” electronic suspension system that’s available on the Mach 5.5.
Flash Review: 19/20 Prior Northwest 110
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Prior’s new all-mountain-freestyle ski.
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Running Sock Roundup
What running sock should you get? A minimal low-cut with no cushion? A thicker one with more coverage? We’ve rounded up a bunch of different options to make it easier to find the perfect sock for you.
Deep Dive: K2 Mindbender 99Ti
We compare the Mindbender 99Ti to the Volkl Mantra M5, Blizzard Bonafide, Nordica Enforcer 100, J Skis Masterblaster, 4FRNT MSP 99, Moment Commander 98, ON3P Wrenegade 96, Blizzard Rustler 9, Rossignol Experience 94 Ti, Atomic Vantage 97 Ti, Liberty Origin 96, Renoun Endurance 98, and Dynastar Legend X96.
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2021-2022 K2 Mindbender 99Ti
We had three reviewers on two different lengths of K2’s new Mindbender 99Ti, and you can now check out our full review.
Win a Men’s or Women’s MTB Kit from Mons Royale
Win a jersey, bike short, and chamois from Mons Royale!
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019 (Ep.53)
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa discuss mind-boggling new technologies like titanium-coated fibres; inventive sustainability stories involving recycled medical supplies; and the noteworthy trends — both good and bad — that they saw this week at the OR show.
New Products, New Trends, & Old Marketing Tactics (Ep.2)
We talk with BLISTER senior bike editor, Noah Bodman, about Guerrilla Gravity’s modular designs; the emerging category of ‘Downcountry’ Bikes; whether ‘mullet bikes’ are just a fad; and whether the lingo used to market and sell bikes is in need of a refresh.
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2019 Highlights
New cams, puffy ponchos, heat-moldable running shoes, and more — check out our recap from day 2 of Outdoor Retailer.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
Yoann Barelli on his move to Guerrilla Gravity; Coaching; Comfort Zones; & More (Ep.49)
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.
Flash Review: 20/21 Movement Alp Tracks 106
Update 1.14.21: Check out how the Alp Tracks 106 has been handling firmer, more challenging conditions.
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Flash Review: 20/21 Blizzard Black Pearl 97
Check out our initial thoughts on the new women’s Black Pearl 97.
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Manitou Mara Pro Shock
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.
Flash Review: 21/22 Atomic Maverick 95 Ti
We just spent a day on one of Atomic’s new all-mountain skis. Check out our initial thoughts, and how the Maverick 95 Ti compares to the Salomon Stance and Armada Declivity skis.
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The 2021 Blister Summit
We are pleased to invite you to a new event in the snowsports world: the Blister Summit at Mt. Crested Butte.
Ed Roberson on The Procrastinator’s Punishment 50k (Ep.78)
Ed Roberson is the creator of The Procrastinator’s Punishment 50k; the host of the excellent Mountain & Prairie podcast; and the author of a fantastic Books Recommendation series. So Brendan Leonard & Jonathan Ellsworth talked to Ed about all of the above, and more.
Atomic Announces New Maverick & Maven Skis
Atomic just announced the replacement to their current Vantage series: the brand-new Maverick & Maven all-mountain skis.
Flash Review: Season Aero Ski
Here are our initial thoughts on the 96mm-wide ski in the Season lineup.
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Sam Anthamatten on Steep Skiing, La Liste 2, the FWT, & Gear Choices (Ep.158)
Sam Anthamatten does things in the mountains that few skiers do, and in this conversation, you’ll get a better sense of the background and the trajectory that helped Sam get to where he is today. We also get an update from Sam on the status of La Liste 2; we talk about the process of flashing massive, big-mountain lines; and more.
Topo Athletic Zephyr
We’ve seen many recent shoes designed to maximize efficiency for fast-paced road runs, but the Topo Zephyr stands out from the competition in several ways. Check out our review to learn more about this road shoe and whether it might work well for you.
Flash Review: Season Nexus Ski
We just wrapped up a day on the mid-fat ski in the Season lineup. Check out our initial impressions.
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