2nd Look: Blizzard Gunsmoke December 4, 2016December 10, 2013 by Will Brown The Gunsmoke is a very good pow ski that can double as a surfy, all-mountain tool, too.
Smith Vantage Helmet November 17, 2021December 9, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth Smith Optics deserves very high praise for the Vantage. We know of no helmet on the market that has a better set of features.
Helly Hansen Legendary Pants December 8, 2013December 8, 2013 by Julia Van Raalte Helly Hansen's Legendary pants are relatively inexpensive and pretty warm, but there are some fabric issues we need to talk about.
Jackson Kayak All Star December 7, 2013December 7, 2013 by Jane Koopman The redesigned 2013 All Star is a great playboat that will also work as a decent river runner.
UPDATE: Swix Sonic R1 Adjustable Carbon Ski Poles December 6, 2013 by Dana Allen We found a signifiant flaw with the pre-production version of the Swix Sonic R1 Full Carbon Ski Pole, but it appears that Swix has fixed the issue.
First Look: Dakine Poacher 45L December 6, 2013December 6, 2013 by Jed Doane The Dakine Poacher 45L works well year-round, and it comes with some thoughtful, well-designed features.
First Look: 2014 Trek Superfly 8 May 5, 2014December 5, 2013 by Eric Melson In our first look at the Trek Superfly 8, we talk about fit and initial impressions of this XC hardtail.
2013-2014 Volkl Mantra September 13, 2016December 4, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth The Volkl Mantra is an iconic, all-mountain ski that everybody knows—or at least thinks they know. Here's our take.
Columbia Ski Bum Scholarship December 3, 2013December 3, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth If you only read one thing on Blister, read this. Let's make sure this amazing kid gets to Whistler.
Trip Report: Thanksgiving at Taos December 3, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth Winter is back, and we're all very thankful. And those who were at Taos this Thanksgiving are supremely thankful.
CAMP Pulse Helmet December 1, 2013 by Iris Neary Blister's Iris Neary updates her review of the CAMP Pulse, one of the few combo climbing/skiing helmets on the market.
Mammut Realization Short November 30, 2013 by Zachary Eannarino A climbing harness built into a pair of shorts? We take a look at Mammut's Realization Short.
2013-2014 Anon M2 Goggle December 6, 2017November 29, 2013 by Will Brown UPDATE: With more time in the M2, we can still say that Anon has combined awesome optics with great engineering to create the easiest-to-use interchangeable goggle we've ever tested.
Ogio Baja 70 Hydration Pack November 29, 2013November 28, 2013 by Tom Collier The Ogio Baja 70 Hydration Pack does exactly what it's intended to do: carry your essential ride supplies comfortably and securely.
2016-2017 Armada TSTw December 4, 2016November 28, 2013 by Lexi Dowdall In a conversation about the Armada TSTw, you've got to discuss the Armada VJJ. See which one is the better fit for you.
2013-2014 Blister ‘Best Of’ Awards — Part 4 June 30, 2015November 27, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth In the fourth and final installment of the Blister 'Best Of' Awards, we end by breaking rules, paying homage, and issuing a challenge.
2014-2015 Moment Bibby January 2, 2015November 26, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth 3 days, 3 feet of snow. We grabbed the new Bibby. Check out our update on its performance in trees and deep pow.
2013-2014 Blister ‘Best Of’ Awards — Part 3 June 30, 2015November 25, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth What are the best skis we've tested? More answers in part 3 of the Blister ‘Best Of’ Awards.
DPS Nori Adjustable Pole November 25, 2013November 24, 2013 by Will Brown Let's talk ski poles. Actually, let's talk about really outstanding, adjustable-length, carbon fiber ski poles.
Mammut Nordwand 9.3 Single Rope August 9, 2015November 22, 2013 by Hannah Trim The Mammut Nordwand is a great option for hard red-point attempts, as well as mixed and ice climbs.