Trip Report: Taos Ski Valley
Right now, Taos Ski Valley is the place to be. But don't just take our word for it, go ahead and take a look....
The North Face Enzo Jacket
The North Face Enzo shell shows that TNF still knows how to do top shelf, technical outerwear.
2nd Look: 2012-2013 DPS Wailer 99, PURE, 184cm
In BLISTER's review #2, the Wailer 99s continue to shine bright.
20 Questions: Scott Andrus, ON3P skis
In the first installment of our new series, 20 QUESTIONS, Scott Andrus, founder and president of ON3P skis, provides a very candid, behind the scenes look at the life and work of an upstart ski builder.
PROFILE: ON3P skis
Portland ski manufacturer ON3P builds burly skis, and their founder, Scott Andrus, has a thing for being remarkably honest and transparent. Take a look at one of the most interesting indies out there.
2012-2013 DPS Wailer 99, PURE, 184cm
Five days at Alta (and counting) on the Wailer 99 PURES, and we're convinced: for solid skiers looking for a tool to do it all, your search may be over.
How To Heat Mold Tecnica Cochise & Bodacious Boots
Here's a Do It Yourself project that will leave you psyched on your new $700 Tecnica boots (or bummed that you just messed them up). DIY'ers, read and proceed...with caution.
2nd Look: 2011 Rock Shox Reverb adjustable seatpost
With the 2011 Rock Shox Reverb adjustable seatpost, Jason Hutchins finds a whole lot to like, and one important caveat.
FIRST LOOK: 2012-2013 DPS Wailer 99, 184cm
There are a number excellent, all mountain skis in the 98mm class. But the category just found some serious new competition.
MFD ALLTIME Alpine Touring Binding
The MFD ALLTIME Alpine Touring system is a serious new offering in the AT binding market, so we've given it a very hard—and very LONG—look.
Jackson Hole Bike Park
This video, produced by Fisher Creative and Blister Gear Review, is a little teaser on the new Jackson Hole Mountain Resort bike trails. Check it out now, ride Jackson next summer!
ONE MORE SESSION
This Jackson bike stoke was produced by Fisher Creative with the help of Blister Gear Review over 2-weeks of epic Fall weather and colors in the Tetons.
2011-2012 Rossignol Scimitar, 185cm
Early indications are that Rossignol has another strong entry in the all-mountain / do-everything category.
2010-2011 ON3P Billy Goat, 186cm
BLISTER breaks down all things Billy Goat, past and future, with a Billy Goat / Rossignol S7 comparison thrown in for good measure.
Trip Report: The Road
BLISTER is hitting the road and kicking off its North American ski and snowboard review season. We compiled some of our favorite shots from the road this past year, and figured we'd share them as we prepare to do it all over again. Enjoy.
2011-2012 BCA Float 18 Airbag
Airbag packs are a phenomenal piece of backcountry safety gear, but the problem's always been their substantial weight and price tag. BCA's Float 18 Airbag, however, reduces both. If you like to play beyond the ropes, you should certainly take a look.
2009-2010 GNU B-Pro C2BTX, 149cm
The GNU B-Pro C2BTX has seen some changes over the years. Here, Chrissy Scarpitti gives her take on the 09/10 board, a preview of the 11/12 model, and a promise to let you know whether or not all these new mods are a good thing.
2012-2013 Rossignol S3
For anything from mellow pow skiing to zipperlines, tight trees, soft groomers, switch landings, spins, and straight airs, the Rossignol S3 is good times.
Skiing 101: Getting Started
Before you can turn pro and star in ski flicks, you're going to need to get your own setup. Here's a guide to getting you out of the rental shop and into your own gear.