2nd Look: 2014-2015 Volkl Bridge, 179cm
John Gwynn weighs in on the Volkl Bridge, providing an older (wiser?) 2nd Look review, and finding a whole lot to like.
Update: 2011-2012 Rossignol Scimitar, 185cm
We've now had more time on the Rossignol Scimitar and taken it through a broad range of conditions. If you're an intermediate to expert skier on a budget, and in search of a one ski quiver, read on.
Protesting the Backcountry: Building a Better Backcountry Ski
There once was a guy who dreamed of a very specific backcountry ski. Problem was, nobody made it. But that's about to change. Kevin Bazar explains why he thinks the "WooTest" will rule, why sidecut is overrated, and why Praxis Skis is the perfect company to build his dream ski.
2011-2012 LINE Influence 115, 186cm
If you're looking for a damp, all mountain ski that rails groomers, can charge in crud, and is still remarkably good in pow, the LINE Influence 115 is definitely worth a look.
2011-2012 MOMENT Reno Jib, 176cm
If you're looking for stiffness and stability in a park ski, the MOMENT Reno Jib might be the answer. But if you're looking primarily for a quick ski that makes it super easy to initiate tricks, you might want to keep looking.
Telemark Skiing 101
Free your heel, and your mind will follow. At least, that's what they tell us. Assuming they're right, then BLISTER's Telemark 101 piece will help guide you down the path to enlightenment.
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.