2nd Look: 2012-2013 Black Diamond Element
At 115 underfoot, the women's-specific 2012-2013 Black Diamond Element shines in powder, but it also rips groomers and (with a slightly forward mount position) handles crud.
2011-2012 K2 Happy Hour
The K2 snowboarding team designed every aspect of this lightweight, playful, and stable board. The Happy hour is unusual and all-round fun, and each one comes complete with its own Grabby-Stabby....We'll explain.
2nd Look: 2012-2013 Blizzard Dakota
Julia Van Raalte put the 12/13 Blizzard Dakota to the test in Niseko, Japan. Now, Emily Cleveland weighs in from Jackson Hole on this ski that is "burly and nimble, unlike any ski I have tried before."
2nd Look: 2011-2012 Rossignol Scimitar
Here's another look at the Rossignol Scimitar, with direct comparisons to the Rossignol S3 and Rossignol Experience 98. The Upshot? We're more convinced than ever that the Scimitar is one of the best values in the entire ski industry.
Taos: Best Day of the Year?
This season at Taos, it seems like we've been asking every couple of weeks, "Is THIS the best day of the year?" Earlier this week, we were asking it again.
2011-2012 Bluehouse Radius
The Bluehouse Radius is no joke. It's a speed-loving tele ski that rips groomers yet still provides a surprising amount of float in pow.
Trip Report: Alta + 35″
Three feet in two days, and the skiing at Alta is unreal right now. Spring may have officially begun, but winter doesn't want to let go.
2014-2015 Nordica Ace
The Nordica Ace of Spades Ti is stable, quick, agile, and rips big park features, but isn't quite as poppy or playful as some other park skis.
Smith I/OS Goggle
Built for smaller faces, the Smith I/OS goggle still offers impressive peripheral vision, plus an easy-to-change lens system similar to the larger Smith I/O.
Smith Maze Helmet
Said by Smith to be the lightest certified snow helmet, The Maze is super sleek, versatile, and comfortable, but it isn't heavy on features.
2021-2022 Praxis Protest
Question: What ski is among the absolute best in its class, yet far too few skiers know about it?
Answer: The Praxis Protest. It's a big ski that deserves to have a much, MUCH bigger following.
2nd Look: Osprey Kode 30 Backpack
The Osprey Kode 30 is one of the most comfortable, versatile, and organized backcountry ski backpacks on the market. Robin Abeles argues that, with a few tweaks, it could be perfect.
2011-2012 ON3P Billy Goat
This season, the 191cm ON3P Billy Goat was one of the most damp, most stable, and hardest charging skis we reviewed. Strong skiers, read on.
Giro Basis Goggle
Despite all the abuse our reviewer could dish out, the Giro Basis continued to offer clear, crisp vision.
2013-2014 Atomic Access
In Jackson Hole, Emily Cleveland has found the Atomic Access to be lightweight, playful, and really easy to ski.
2nd Look: Moment Night Train
The Night Train was built to "dominate deep days," "surf big mountain lines," and throw "huge booter spins," and it does all of that really well. But how versatile is this ski in terms of all-mountain performance? Sam Shaheen weighs in.
Intuition Liners – Overview and Reviews
Custom liners can enhance the performance you're getting from your ski boots. Here, Marshal Olson breaks down the pros and cons of four Intuition liners to help you determine which might be right for you.
2011-2012 Lange RS 110 S.C.
The 2011-2012 Lange RS 110 S.C. is a great boot that blends race boot performance with surprising comfort and playfulness.
2012-2013 Bluehouse Antics
Minimal swing weight and soft flex make the 2011-2012 Bluehouse Antics a fun rail and jump ski, but durability is a concern.
2012-2013 4FRNT Turbo
4FRNT markets the Turbo as a ski for any condition and any terrain. After ten days on the Turbo, BLISTER reviewer Jason Hutchins agrees.