BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Flash Review: Moment Meridian
Here are our initial impressions of the Meridian’s on-snow performance.
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Spank Spike 800 Vibrocore Bar
The Spank’s Spike Vibracore 800 was designed to deliver the precision of a stiff handlebar while reducing the fatigue that stiff bars produce. So, does it work?
Flash Review: 2017-2018 Salomon QST 106
After two days on the QST 106, here are some of our initial thoughts about the ski.
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Flash Review: 2016-2017 Kastle BMX 105
We just got the Kastle BMX 105 on snow, and here are our initial impressions of its performance.
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2016 Devinci Wilson Carbon
The Devinci Wilson Carbon is supremely well rounded, and is well suited to all manner of DH tracks.
First Look: Yeti Releases New Line
Yeti just announced their new line, and it’s full of interesting updates, and additions.
IXS Sever Shorts and Vibe Jersey
We’ve been impressed by IXS’s Dagger knee guards, now we take a look at some of their apparel.
First Look: 2017-2018 Salomon QST 106
We’re getting the new Salomon QST 106 on snow this week in New Zealand, but here are our initial thoughts on the ski + rocker pics, specs, etc.
The National Parks, with James Kaiser (Ep.24)
This week marks the Centennial of the National Parks Service, so we sat down with James Kaiser, author of best-selling guides to the parks, to talk about their history, significance, and future.
Winter 2016 Trailer Roundup
Ski movie season is fast approaching, so we’ve assembled all the trailers and broken down each flick. See which ones we’re most excited for, most skeptical of, and let us know if you agree.
Leatt DBX 6.0 Helmet
With the DBX 6.0, Leatt nailed it with their first foray into helmet design.
NEMO Hornet 2P Tent
It’s easy to find a comfortable & heavy tent, or a cramped superlight tent. But the NEMO Hornet 2P tent is both livable AND very light.
Long Term Review: Bulls Black Adder 29
We’ve spent another 3 months on the Bulls Bikes Black Adder 29, and here’s our long-term update.
Easton ARC 30 27.5″ Rims
Easton’s ARC 30 rims deliver the best combination of stiffness, width, weight, and price we’ve found in an aluminum rim.
Race Face Stage Shorts and Jersey
Race Face’s Stage kit has the cut and features for a day in the bike park, but is light enough for all-day rides.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
2024-2025 Romp Skis Zorro 100
This season we built a custom ski with Romp, and you can now check out our full review for more info on the custom process, the resulting ski, and how well it lived up to our expectations.
19/20 K2 Mindbender 116C
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of the widest ski in K2’s new Mindbender lineup.
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2019-2020 Rossignol Soul 7 HD W
You may have heard a thing or two about the Rossignol Soul 7. Time now to talk about the women’s Soul 7 HD W, and you can check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Deep Dive: Dynastar Legend X96
We compare the Legend X96 to the Volkl Mantra M5, Blizzard Bonafide, J Skis Masterblaster, Nordica Enforcer 100, Moment Commander 98, Rossignol Experience 94 Ti, Atomic Vantage 97Ti, 4FRNT MSP 99, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Liberty Origin 96, Blizzard Rustler 9, Renoun Endurance 94, and ON3p Wrenegade 96.
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2019-2020 Dynastar Legend X96
The Dynastar Legend X96 is low on weight, very stiff with respect to its flex pattern, and accessible in terms of its shape. Check out our full review to see the on-snow result of that combo.
Mammut Barryvox S Avalanche Beacon
Mammut recently updated their Barryvox avalanche beacons, and after using it for over a year, we think the new Barryvox S is an excellent option for both professional and recreational users alike. Check out our review.
Flylow Vixen Coat 2.1
Just a few years ago, almost all hardshell jackets were stiff, crinkly, and uncomfortable. But now many companies make waterproof hardshells that feel more like softshells. The Flylow Vixen Coat 2.1 falls into that category, and it’s an excellent all-round women’s ski shell.
Deep Dive: Prior Husume
We compare the Husume to the ON3P Wrenegade 108, Blizzard Cochise, Folsom Hammer, Black Crows Corvus, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, Moment Commander 108, Faction Dictator 3.0, Nordica Enforcer 110, 4FRNT MSP 107, and J Skis Metal.
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2021-2022 Prior Husume
We’ve now had several reviewers on Prior’s all-mountain / big-mountain charger, the Husume, and you can now check out our full review.
Win Gloves or Mitts from Gordini
Win some ski / snowboard gloves or mittens from Gordini!
Trends, Favorite Gear, and Most / Least Durable Products, with Eric Helmbrecht of Powder Hound AK (Ep.41)
Alaska is a place where your gear really needs to hold up. So we talk to Eric Helmbrecht, owner of Powder Hound Ski Shop in Girdwood Alaska, about the trends he’s seeing in skiing and snowboarding; the gear with the most & least durability issues; some of his favorite gear; and more.