BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
2019-2020 J Skis – The Metal
Don’t let the name fool you: The Metal by J Skis is a very good, very fun, relatively easy all-arounder.
The New Devinci Django
Devinci announces their brand new trail bike, the Django.
Thule Upslope 35L Backpack
The Thule Upslope 35L is the best pack we’ve used at this size for both ski touring and ski photography.
The New Ibis Boost Plus HD3
The Mojo HD3 is getting boosted, see why we think Ibis is going about this the right way.
2nd Look: Line Sick Day 110
We take another look at the Sick Day 110, Line’s “50/50” do-everything ski.
Commuter Bike Light RoundUp
Selecting the right light will almost guarantee that you’ll ride more. We take a look at several front and rear lights to help you find the best fit.
Kali Maya Helmet
The Kali Maya helmet is a quality helmet at a great price.
Everest Guide & Ski Patroller, Dave Hahn (Ep.12)
Dave Hahn is one of the most accomplished Everest climbers of all time, a veteran ski patroller, and an exemplary study in refusing to live life according to the expectations of others. This is a Must Listen.
New vs. Old: a Report on our 16/17 Ski Testing
Innovation, classics, and the problem of making new products.
2nd Look: SCARPA Maestrale RS
The SCARPA Maestrale RS is a warm, wide AT boot with a good blend of uphill and downhill performance. And in this 2nd Look, we also take a look at the boot’s long-term durability.
The North Face Summit L4 Jacket
The North Face Summit Series L4 Jacket combines a great fit and intelligent insulation into an extremely impressive mid layer.
2017-2018 J Skis – The Friend
The J Skis Friend delivers a very intuitive, easy-to-ski, and playful ride.
2nd Look: RockShox Reba RL 29″
The RockShox Reba RL is a competent 29″ fork and a good value in the 120mm travel category.
Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer 93
We compare Nordica’s new Enforcer 93 to eight other skis in its class.
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Jumbo Pass, BC
Every backcountry mission is unpredictable, and our time at Jumbo Pass, BC, was no exception.
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Maddie Hart
Maddie Hart in the Hoka One One Speedgoat 3, Snodgrass Trail, Crested Butte, CO. Vitals: 5’10, 115lbs Running Background, style, and general preferences Growing up as a freeride skier and equestrian, I thought running was for the birds. But when I moved to Montana for
18/19 Black Crows Corvus
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Black Crows’ redesigned charger, the Corvus.
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2019-2020 Argent Badger
Stiff flex, heavy weight, and a full layer of steel (that’s right, *steel*) in its core. The Argent Badger is not your typical ski, and we haven’t even mentioned some of the other surprises. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Badger.
GearDryer Freestanding 12
Wet gear sucks, and dry gear is great. The GearDryer Freestanding 12 lets you dry a whole bunch of stuff all at once, and we’ve become pretty big fans of it. Check out our full review.
Kieran Nay
Kieran Nay Vitals: 6’1” 143 lbs Running Background, style, and general preferences I grew up hiking and running around in Monument CO, a then small town north of Colorado Springs. As a Colorado local, my childhood was defined by the mountains but I was never
Deep Dive: Liberty Origin 96
We compare the Origin 96 to the Liberty Helix 98, Blizzard Rustler 9, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Renoun Endurance 98, Nordica Enforcer 100, J Skis Masterblaster, 4FRNT MSP 99, Moment Commander 98, ON3P Wrenegade 96, and K2 Pinnacle 95 Ti.
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2020-2021 Liberty Origin 96
This year Liberty updated one of our favorite skis in the ~95-100 mm wide all-mountain category, their Origin 96, and you can now check out our full review.
Spy Ace EC Goggle
Spy’s new Ace EC goggle uses a single electrochromic lens that lets you change the tint with a touch of a button. Yep, one lens for everything. So, how does it actually work in reality, and are there any downsides? Check out our review.
Patagonia Micro Puff Storm Jacket
The Patagonia Micro Puff Storm Jacket is essentially a waterproof version of a Blister favorite, the Micro Puff Hoody. So is the Storm just as impressive as the original? Check out our review.
Michelle Parker — “Originate”
Originate is a 5-part series about the behind-the-scenes aspects of being a pro skier, and features Michelle Parker, Elyse Saugstad, Angel Collinson, Cody Townsend, and Mark Abma. The finale is now out (with a cameo by our very own Paul Forward), and you can check out all 5 episodes here.
New Skis & Outerwear (Ep.33)
We discuss the latest skis and outerwear we’re reviewing, including the Black Crows Corvus, Rossi Black Ops, Parlor Cardinal 90, Argent Skis Badger, Flylow Baker Bibs, and Patagonia Micro Puff Storm.
2020-2021 Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour
We now have around 30 days in Dynafit’s new touring boot, the Hoji Pro Tour, and here you can check out our updated review.