BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
La Sportiva Cham Down Jacket
The La Sportiva Cham Down Jacket has proven to be an excellent 700-fill jacket, especially for those who value durability and decent water resistance.
Skiing 101: AT Boots & Bindings
Ski touring is increasingly popular, but the expanding range of “AT” boots and bindings and new standards is increasingly confusing. This 101 piece will help you navigate the backcountry landscape.
2019-2020 Nordica Enforcer 100
The new Nordica Enforcer won one of our “Best of 15 /16” awards, see why.
2015 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp Carbon 6Fattie
The Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp Carbon 6Fattie offers a unique ride that is perfect for advanced riders looking for something different, or intermediate riders seeking a confidence boost.
7mesh Women’s Synergy Jersey
The 7mesh Synergy is a versatile, hybrid jersey that eliminates having to choose how to layer for rides that are chilly, showering, warm, or anything in between.
Lindarets x Wolf Tooth GoatLink
The Lindarets x Wolf Tooth GoatLink is a simple upgrade that improves performance and significantly reduces chainring wear on Shimano 10-speed conversions.
Ski Movie Roundup
Update: we’ve added a few more notes on a few more films, including The Great Siberian Traverse.
2018-2019 Atomic Backland Carbon Boot
The Atomic Backland Carbon offers the best uphill performance of any boot we’ve reviewed, while still providing impressive power on the descent.
Vittoria Goma Tire
If you like the Maxxis Minion DHF, but want something that transitions into drifts a little more smoothly, the Vittoria Goma should be on your radar.
Dynafit Vulcan vs. Salomon MTN Lab
Here it is, a direct comparison of two of the best touring boots we’ve ever skied: the Dynafit Vulcan and the Salomon MTN Lab.
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Pret Cynic Helmet
The Pret Cynic is a good looking, reasonably priced, low-profile helmet.
7mesh Women’s Revelation and Re:Gen Jackets
We take a look at two of 7mesh’s high-end women’s riding jackets, the Revelation (Gore Pro) and the Re:Gen (Gore Active).
3rd Look: Rossignol Soul 7
The Rossignol Soul 7 comes back unchanged for the 3rd season in a row. And for good reason: a whole lot of skiers have had a whole lot of fun on it. Check out our (3) reviews.
Sweet Protection Supernaut Jacket
The Sweet Protection Supernaut is a high-end hardshell that works well as a “50/50” resort / backcountry jacket, with well thought out features and a slimmer fit.
Five Ten Kestrel Clipless Shoe
The Kestrel is Five Ten’s most pedaling-efficient shoe, blending a stiff sole with trail-worthy features.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
Timely Words from Conrad Anker
Yesterday afternoon, the great alpinist, Conrad Anker, posted what he called, “a short essay on being positive.” And they are words worth far more than the time it takes to read them. Check out the full essay here.
Big Agnes Flume UL 30 Sleeping Bag
Picking out the right sleeping bag comes down to a lot of compromises: Light, or durable? Packable, or comfortable? But the Big Agnes Flume UL 30 is one of the best bags we’ve used when it comes to being very light and still maintaining comfort.
Ski Sock Roundup — 2018
The wrong pair of ski socks can screw up your day. So we’ve rounded up 17 pairs — from ultra-thin to thickly cushioned — and noted what sets each apart, and which will likely work best for you.
Blank Collective — “Before Blank”
Blank Collective’s new film “Before Blank” won the Standout Big Mountain Film award at iF3 this year, and now you can watch the whole film for free.
The North Face Morph Vest
Down vests have been around forever, but The North Face Morph Vest brings some interesting new tech to this classic insulation piece.
Phil Powers and Alex Honnold on a Permit System for The Nose? (Ep.19)
Are we moving toward a future where The Nose (or other well-traveled walls) are headed for a permit system? Dave and Luke debate this hypothetical with the help of American Alpine Club CEO Phil Powers, Maury Birdwell, and Alex Honnold.
Flylow Cooper Jacket
The Cooper is a brand-new shell from Flylow that uses their new air-permeable waterproof fabric. It also offers a rare combination of traits that make it a great shell for both inbounds and backcountry use.
2020-2021 Rossignol Experience 92 Ti Basalt
The new Rossi Experience 94 Ti has a fairly forgiving shovel and a pretty powerful tail. So does it feel like more of a wider, dedicated carver? Or is it a truly versatile, go-anywhere, all-mountain ski? Check out our full review.
Our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide & “Best Of” Awards (Ep.26)
Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa, and Sam Shaheen discuss some of the “Best Of” award winners in the 18/19 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide.
Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Fork
The Marzocchi Bomber Z1 may be the best fork we’ve used when it comes to getting the most performance for your money.
2018-2019 Moment Blister Pro
The Blister Pro is back. Check out the story behind the new graphic, the story behind the ski itself, and learn how to get your pair.
ON3P — “3”
Love it or hate it, just don’t ignore it. With their latest film, “3” ON3P’s team continues to set the tone for the new direction of park skiing, and it’s definitely worth a watch.