BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
2016 Cannondale Habit Carbon 1
The Cannonade Habit Carbon 1 is a very light trail bike that favors XC-oriented riders.
Five Ten Freerider ELC
We take a look at the Five Ten Freerider ELC, which replaces the Freerider Elements as Five Ten’s foul-weather flat shoe.
Patagonia Levitation Hoody
The Patagonia Levitation Hoody is designed for high-output ice and mixed climbs, but also functions well as a highly-breathable spring ski mountaineering piece.
Salomon MTN Lab Helmet
For skiers getting into terrain that involves exposed climbing and mountaineering, the Salomon MTN Lab helmet represents a nice solution to the dilemma of comfort vs. protection.
Patagonia Women’s Dirt Craft Shorts and Jacket
Patagonia has entered the mtb-apparel arena, so we weigh in on their women’s Dirt Craft shorts & jacket.
G3 Mohair LT Skins
G3’s new Mohair LT skins represent a serious jump by G3 into the world of 100% mohair skins.
Blister Gear Giveaway: Parlor Custom Skis
We’re teaming up with Parlor Skis, Mountain Khakis, New England Outerwear, and Bigtruck Hats to give away a package that includes custom skis, new apparel, and a Blister Membership.
Semi-Rad.com’s Brendan Leonard (Ep.17)
Brendan Leonard is the creator of Semi-Rad.com. We discuss his new book; addiction; distraction; social media and dopamine; Kanye West, and more…
Kokatat Gore-Tex Idol Dry Suit
The Kokatat Idol dry suit features an innovative design that allows the suit to separate into pants and a jacket. But how does it stack up to traditional dry suits?
ENVE M70 Thirty HV 27.5” Wheels
ENVE’s M70 HV wheels are a top choice for riders looking for a light and stiff enduro-focused wheelset.
2018-2019 Blizzard Zero G 95
If you are looking to make the fewest possible compromises between weight and downhill performance, the Blizzard Zero G 95 deserves your attention.
2016 Devinci Troy
The Devinci Troy gets a significant update for 2016 that will make it even more attractive to aggressive riders.
2017-2018 ON3P Kartel 108
ON3P has been killing it in the “all-mountain freestyle” category, and the new Kartel 108 continues that trend.
Strafe Cham2 Pants
Strafe’s Cham2 pants are a top choice for freeride-oriented touring.
Flash Review: 17/18 ON3P Wrenegade Line: 88, 98, 108
For 16/17, ON3P has completely overhauled & expanded their Wrenegade lineup of “all mountain chargers.” Here’s our initial look at all 3 skis, and how similar they feel on-snow.
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2021-2022 K2 Mindbender 98Ti Alliance
K2’s Mindbender series includes six brand-new women’s skis, and here you can check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the women’s Mindbender 98Ti Alliance.
Candide Thovex — THE INTRO | BEHIND THE SCENES | SKI THE WORLD
To say that we’re excited about this would be a serious understatement. Check out the trailer for Candide Thovex’s new series documenting his absurdly creative and impressive edit where he skied in nine different countries, none of which was done on snow.
2021-2022 Folsom Trophy Carbon
The Folsom Trophy Carbon is one of the few playful pow skis that’s light enough to tour on, and you can now check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
Deep Dive: Folsom Trophy Carbon
We compare the Trophy Carbon to the Atomic Bent Chetler 120, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro & Wildcat Tour, Blizzard Rustler 11, Rossignol Super 7 HD, Scott Scrapper 115, Liberty Origin 112, and Faction Candide 4.0.
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Deep Dive: Faction Prodigy 4.0
We compare the Prodigy 4.0 to the Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Icelantic Nomad 115, Blizzard Rustler 11, Rossignol Black Ops 118, Prior CBC, Rossignol Super 7 HD, Liberty Origin 112, and Faction Prodigy 3.0.
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2019-2020 Faction Prodigy 4.0
Want a ski that’s quick and playful while also being strong and damp? If so, the Prodigy 4.0 is worth a good look. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
2021-2022 Blizzard Sheeva 10
The Blizzard Sheeva 10 has proved to be a very versatile ski — not only in terms of conditions and terrain, but also in the types of skiers it suits. Check out our full review for more.
2019-2020 Fischer Ranger Free 130
This year Fischer released a brand-new AT boot, and we’ve now updated our full review after getting more time and reviewers in the Ranger Free 130.
Win Women’s & Men’s Gloves / Mitts from Oyuki
Win gloves or mitts from the Niseko-based brand, Oyuki!
New Innovations in Bootfitting with Pulse Boot Lab (Ep.35)
Are you one of the many people who has wished that your ski boots were a bit stiffer or more comfortable? Well then listen up, because, the bootfitters at Pulse Boot Lab in Revelstoke have come up with a number of innovative ways to achieve both.
2021-2022 Prior CBC
The Prior CBC is very stiff, very playful, and most importantly — very good. Check out our full review of this freestyle pow ski.
Deep Dive: Prior CBC
We compare the CBC to the Rossignol Black Ops 118, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Blizzard Spur, Faction Candide 4.0, and K2 Catamaran.
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