BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Win the 18/19 K2 Catamaran
Win one of the most playful skis on the market — and get it with next year’s graphics.
Deep Dive: Rossignol Soul 7 HD
We compare the Soul 7 HD to a ton of 105-110mm-wide, all mountain skis, including the Salomon QST 106, Line Sick Day 104, Blizzard Rustler 10, Nordica Enforcer 110, and many more.
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Venture Snowboards: Building in Silverton, CO (Ep. 68)
We went to Silverton, Colorado, to talk to the founders of Venture Snowboards about how & why Venture does things different from most snowboard companies; building boards from scratch in Silverton; “greenwashing” in the snowsports industry; current trends in board design, and more.
18/19 Head Kore 1 Ski Boot
We just got some time on Head’s all-new AT boot, the Kore 1, and here you can check out our initial on-snow performance notes.
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2nd Look: 2018-2019 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp
We’ve put more time in the S/Lab X-Alp from Salomon, and still find it to be one of the best options available in the lightweight touring boot market. Check out our new review and new comparisons here.
2020-2021 Atomic Vantage 90 Ti
The all-new 18/19 Atomic Vantage series uses a very interesting construction that claims to make the skis both lighter and stronger. Today, we’re taking a look at the Vantage 90 Ti, and you can check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
2019-2020 Majesty Skis Werewolf CLT
Coming in at just over 1350 grams in its longest length, the Majesty Werewolf CLT is a very light, very interesting, option for ski mountaineering. Check out our review.
2018-2019 Salomon QST 106
Salomon is tweaking the QST 106 for 18/19, and after spending a good deal of time on the new QST 106 with the SHIFT binding, you can now check out our full review of this do-everything, “50/50” ski.
2020-2021 Dynafit ST Rotation 10
This year, Dynafit released the ST Rotation 10, the next evolution of their popular Radical series of bindings. Check out our full review to see what’s different with the ST Rotation 10, and how it compares to some other options on the market.
2018-2019 Faction Candide 3.0
Three of our reviewers now have time on the new Faction Candide 3.0, and you can now check out our full review.
Deep Dive: DPS Alchemist Wailer 106
We compare the Alchemist Wailer 106 to the Salomon QST 106, Volkl 100Eight, Head Kore 105, Foundation Wailer 106, and Black Diamond Boundary Pro 107.
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Win Men’s or Women’s Scarpa Freedom SL 120 Boots
Win a new pair of touring boots from Scarpa.
Reviewing Portraits of Climbing Legends in “The Climbers” (Ep. 8)
We talk to Jim Herrington about his new award-winning book, “The Climbers,” a compelling collection of portraits of many of the most influential climbers of the 20th century — including Fred Beckey, Yvon Chouinard, John Gill, and many more. We discuss the book, the subjects in the photos, and the book’s important role in the climbing community.
18/19 All-Mountain & Frontside Skis (Ep.15)
We just finished testing a broad range of skis, so Blister’s Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss a number of the highlights, including the new Atomic Bent Chetler 100, the HEAD Supershape i.Titan, a new carver from DPS, the Black Crows Orb, and what might be Jonathan’s new personal favorite from Blizzard.
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Mtn Guide Rob Coppolillo on Backcountry Travel, Education, & Gear (Ep.119)
We talk to IFMGA / AMGA mountain guide, Rob Coppolillo (author of The Mountain Guide Manual and the new book, The Ski Guide Manual) about how he got into guiding; the current state of backcountry and avalanche education; his take on the pros and cons of avalanche airbag packs; the fundamental question of the most effective way to travel in the backcountry; and more.
Spyder Sanction GTX Pro Shell Jacket
The Sanction GTX Pro Shell Jacket is one of Spyder’s top-of-the-line shells, and we’ve had three reviewers testing it this season. Check out our full review.
Flash Review: 20/21 Black Crows Atris
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the Atris.
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Win any Shaggy’s Ski
Enter for your chance to win any ski from Shaggy’s 2020 lineup!
From Courmayeur to Chamonix: Testing new SCOTT Skis (Ep.87)
Sam Shaheen was recently testing the new SCOTT Superguide Freetour in the Italian Alps, so in our latest GEAR:30, he talks with SCOTT about their new ski, their new touring boot, the history of SCOTT, and more.
2021-2022 Whitedot Altum 104
We’ve now spent a good chunk of time on the Whitedot Altum 104, and have come away quite impressed by the versatility of this playful, all-mountain ski. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Deep Dive: Whitedot Altum 104
We compare the Altum 104 to the Moment PB&J, Dynastar M-Free 108, K2 Reckoner 112, Prior Northwest 110, Faction Prodigy 3.0, Icelantic Nomad 105, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Moment Deathwish, Blizzard Rustler 10, ON3P Woodsman 108, Line Sir Francis Bacon, Sego Big Horn 106, Moment Wildcat 108, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, Armada ARV 106Ti, Liberty Origin 106, Rossignol Soul 7 HD, Line Sick Day 104, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, and J Skis Metal.
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Women’s Insulated Vest Roundup
Whether for high-output activities or strolling around town, a good insulated vest can be a very versatile year-round layer. Check out some of our favorites.
2020 Transition Scout
Transition just released an updated version of their mid-travel 27.5” bike, the Scout, and the new bike looks like a very intriguing mix of playful and aggressive. Check out our thoughts in our First Look.
Flash Review: 20/21 K2 Reckoner 112
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the Reckoner 112.
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Valentine’s Day Roundup — 2020
Looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone? Check out some of our reviewers’ top picks.
Marathoner Nell Rojas on Strength Training, Speed Work, & Low Mileage (Ep.38)
Nell Rojas is fascinating. And fast. So fast that on February 29th, she’s got a shot at making the USA Marathon team, despite the fact that she didn’t race her 1st marathon until 2018. But she then won her 2nd marathon (the very competitive Grandma’s Marathon), and now, the Olympic Trials are right around the corner. So we talked to Nell about her unique background; the dynamics of being coached by her dad (Rick Rojas); her uncommon emphasis on strength training, low mileage, speed work, and more.