Cody Townsend – Skier, Filmmaker, Entrepreneur (Ep.6)
We talk to Cody Townsend, one of the most prominent big-mountain skiers in the world.
Trew Roam 3/4 Bib
Trew’s Roam ¾ Bib delivers a blend of features and performance optimized for the backcountry.
Flash Review: 2016-2017 Liberty Origin96
We’ve got two days on the Liberty Origin96, and we’ve never skied anything quite like it.
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Ski lengths, Mount Points, & Different Types of Skis
How do length and skiing style relate to mount location, particularly when choosing drastically different skis?
2018-2019 Blizzard Zero G 108
At less than 1800 grams per ski, the Blizzard Zero G 108 is one of the most powerful and predictable lightweight touring skis we’ve used, and we've got an update after more time on the ski in Alaska.
Freeride World Tour skier, Garrett Altmann (Ep.5)
We talk to Garrett Altmann, a three-time competitor on the Freeride World Tour, as well as a Blister reviewer—one of our original reviewers, in fact.
We tal…
Trew Wander Jacket
Trew’s new touring-specific Wander jacket breathes well, has smart, functional features, and comes at a great price.
Rossignol AllTrack Pro 130 WTR
The AllTrack Pro 130 WTR from Rossignol delivers a versatile fit and confidence inspiring performance.
2018-2019 DPS Wailer 106 Foundation
If you’ve previously had a Goldilocks problem trying to decide whether to go with the DPS Wailer 99 Hybrid or the Wailer 112RP Hybrid, you are now in luck. Meet the DPS Wailer 106, DPS’s new one-ski-quiver, and their new “Foundation” construction.
Climber & American Ninja Warrior Champion, Isaac Caldiero (Ep.4)
We talk to the first ever winner of American Ninja Warrior, Isaac Caldiero, about his background & climbing accomplishments, how he trains for ANW, his advice for how to succeed on the show, the "controversy" surrounding his win, what life is like after winning $1,000,000, and more.
First Look: Arva Reactor Airbag Packs and AXIO Beacon
Arva announces a brand new line of avalanche airbag packs as well as a new beacon.
2016-2017 Nordica Santa Ana
The Nordica Santa Ana is a well-balanced, all mountain ski with a good combination of playfulness and stability.
Blister Gear Giveway: Fischer Motive 86Ti
This week we're giving away another pair of Fischer Motive 86 Ti skis. Just sign up for our newsletter by by 11 am MST January 10 for a chance to win. And if you're already signed up for the newsletter, then you're already eligible to win these skis!
Knoble Standard Pant
The Knoble Standard pants are functional, durable, and reasonably priced—just be sure to size correctly.
Random Review: 2015
Random Review: We present our totally unsystematic, pretty lazy, and admittedly shallow review of the year 2015.
On Patagonia’s Recent Environmental Initiative & “Fair Trade” (Ep.3)
We talk to Patagonia Product Line Director, Mark Little, about a new Patagonia initiative, what "Fair Trade" actually means, and Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard's involvement in new projects.
2020-2021 Marker Kingpin 13
The Marker Kingpin is the most capable, most versatile, all-around ski binding we’ve used.
2015-2016 SGN Skis 1184
The 1184 from SGN is a limited-edition, big mountain pow ski that is substantial without being overly demanding.