BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Tenaya RA Climbing Shoe
The Tenaya RA is a true “all-around shoe,” but where does it truly shine?
How to Protect Your Head (Ep.18)
You know you should wear a helmet, because head injuries are no joke. But are all helmets equally safe? And what’s up with all those different safety certifications? What do you really need to know before purchasing a helmet? We talk to the founder & head designer of Sweet Protection, Stale Moller, about all this and more.
Five Ten Kestrel Lace Women’s
The Five Ten Kestrel Lace Women’s has a narrower fit and some key changes that all riders — both guys and girls — who prefer a lower-volume fit will appreciate.
Dakine Hellion Knee Pads
Dakine’s Hellion Knee Pads are an affordable option for gravity riders.
Blister Heads to Whistler
We’re heading north again, this time to Whistler for our annual bike review trip.
Deep Dive: ON3P Kartel 108
See how the ON3P Kartel 108 compares to the K2 Marksman, Line Sir Francis Bacon, ON3P Jeffrey 114, J Skis The Metal, and more…
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Strafe Scout Jacket
Strafe’s new Scout jacket is an impressively light and packable rain shell, perfect for hiking, backpacking, biking, and trail-running.
2016-2017 Kitten Factory Chairman
We can’t often say this, but The Chairman by Kitten Factory is a unique ski that nobody else is making. Check it out.
DMM Dragon Cams
DMM has updated their Dragon cams. See what’s new and what stays the same.
Metolius Ultralight Master Cam
Metolius performed a major overhaul of their flagship cam, here is our review of the new Ultralight Master Cam.
First Look: 2016-2017 Black Crows Camox Freebird
Here are our initial impressions of the 97mm-wide touring ski from Black Crows, the Camox Freebird.
Metolius Half Dome Haul Bag
The Metolius Half Dome’s capacity and durability make it a great choice for those looking for a mid-sized haul bag.
Casual Friday: Spring / Summer Shirts
Here are three good-looking, secretly technical shirts that you’ll likely end up wearing a ton.
Stio Basis Power Dry Shirt
The Stio Basis Power Dry Shirt is a good looking collared shirt that wicks well.
Smart Wool Men’s NTS Micro 150 Henley
The Smartwool NTS Micro 150 Henley is one of our favorite base layers. It’s thin, lightweight, versatile, packable, and looks great.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
2020-2021 Rossignol BLACKOPS Holyshred
This year Rossignol added another ski to their secretive and mysterious Black Ops lineup, and you can now check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Black Ops 98.
2019-2020 Armada Invictus 99 Ti
5 reviewers, 1 ski. We’ve now had a handful of reviewers on Armada’s metal-laminate Invictus 99 Ti, and you can check out our full review for each of their takes.
Win Bindings & Skins from G3
Win a G3 Ion 12 touring binding and any skin you want from G3’s Alpinist+ collection!
2019-2020 DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 C2
The DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 won a “Best Of” award in our Winter Buyer’s Guide this year, and now you can read our full review to see why we’re such big fans of this lightweight women’s all-mountain ski.
Kristen Ulmer on the Art of Fear (Ep.80)
Kristen Ulmer was once the best female big mountain skier in the world, and many regarded her as fearless. But she wasn’t fearless, and her ways of coping with fear took a heavy toll on her. Kristen has since become a specialist of this deeply misunderstood emotion, so we discuss how we can all develop a healthier relationship with fear in any and every area of our lives.
19/20 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Armada’s metal-laminate freestyle ski, the ARV 106Ti.
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Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants
The Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pant is what happens when you combine a stretchy vest with a waterproof ski pant. So how does that impact the usual pros and cons of hardshell bibs? Check out our full review.
2019-2020 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130
Atomic is making some key updates to their Hawx Ultra XTD line of AT boots for 19/20. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions.
Moment Skis 19/20 Lineup (Ep.38)
We talk to Moment Skis CEO, Luke Jacobson, about next year’s lineup of skis; space movies; Ryan Gosling; Tyler Curle’s ski preferences; the “Google Bump”; and … more Ryan Gosling.
18/19 Romp Skis 100
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of the custom Romp Skis 100.
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Erik Murdock and Tommy Caldwell on the Natural Resources Management Act (Ep.22)
Tommy Caldwell joins Access Fund Policy Director, Erik Murdock, to discuss a huge public lands act that’s about to be voted on in the House of Representatives. It’s called the Natural Resource Management Act, and today we dive into what it is and why it’s so important.
Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019
That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.