BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
OluKai Mauna Iki
Stylish, comfortable, and supportive – functionality and great looks come together in the OluKai Mauna Iki.
KEEN Briggs Mid WP
Need a pair of waterproof boots that will last for years and that you can wear year round? Then you’ll be glad that KEEN brought back the Mid WP.
OluKai Kohana
The OluKai Kohana is a “Fall” boot that still works in the Winter and Spring. Consider it a highly functionally, super comfortable slipper.
2020-2021 Moment Sierra
The Moment Sierra may be one of the best all-mountain skis we’ve reviewed, given its combination of hard snow and soft snow performance.
2017-2018 Whitedot Redeemer CarbonLite
The Whitedot Skis Redeemer sits favorably in the growing class of ~8 lb-per-pair powder skis, and should be on the radar of anyone who tours for untracked snow, or who just prefers lighter pow skis.
Preview: 2015-2016 Faction Eleven
For 15/16, Faction is replacing their burly, big-mountain ski, the Thirteen, with the Eleven. Take a look at what Faction’s done to their hardest-charging ski.
The Taos Freeride Championships
The 10th Taos Freeride Championships are under way, and to celebrate the occasion, we talked to some competitors who have launched their careers here, and others who are looking to take that next step. But what they all have in common is a love of this mountain and this event.
2017-2018 Atomic Bent Chetler, 185cm
We’ve reviewed the last two iterations of the biggest Bent Chetler, time now to address the 185cm version.
2019-2020 4FRNT Hoji W
If you’re looking for a directional big mountain ski that crushes soft conditions, check out the women’s version of Eric Hjorleifson’s pro model: the 4FRNT Hoji W.
FWT Update From Andorra
The FWT just finished up in Europe, next stop: Alaska. Blister reviewer and FWT competitor Garrett Altmann checks in with some good news.
Preview: 2015-2016 Faction CT 3.0
We’ve been looking to get on Candide Thovex’s pro model skis for a few seasons, and we’re more curious than we’ve ever been about the updated CT 3.0.
Preview: 2015-2016 Moment Exit World
The Moment Exit World has been redesigned for 2016, and our initial time on the ski was promising.
2014-2015 K2 Slayblade
Last season, K2 made some pretty big changes to the stiff, all-mountain Slayblade. See how the new model compares.
2nd Look: Line Supernatural 100
It’s coming back next season, so we took a 2nd Look at the Line Supernatural 100, a narrower version of the (impressive) Supernatural 108.
Preview: 2015-2016 Line Pandora 95
Just like the Line Pandora, the new, narrower Pandora 95 should be an excellent women’s all-mountain ski, especially for skiing bumps and groomers.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
18/19 4FRNT MSP 99
Here are our initial on-snow impressions of the MSP 99, with comparisons to some other all-mountain skis like the Nordica Enforcer 100, Liberty Origin 96, and J Skis Masterblaster.
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Deep Dive: Black Crows Daemon
We compare the Daemon to the new Volkl Mantra, the Blizzard Bonafide, Nordica Enforcer 100, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, J Skis Masterblaster, Liberty Origin 96, and more…
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2018 Pivot Mach 5.5
The new Pivot Mach 5.5 is a compelling option in the “does-everything-pretty-well” category of Trail bikes.
2019-2020 Black Crows Daemon
After getting more reviewers and more days on it in even more conditions, you can now check out our full review of Black Crows’ reverse-camber, all-mountain ski, the Daemon.
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Summit Hooded Jacket
Lots of our reviewers love the original Outdoor Research Ferrosi Jacket, and now there’s a new, burlier version called the Ferrosi Summit. So how much of the original Ferrosi’s versatility does the Summit version maintain, and just how much burlier is it?
2019-2020 ATK Raider 2.0 12 / Hagan Core 12
The ATK Raider 2.0 12 / Hagan Core 12 manages to be the most fully-featured binding in our Lightweight Touring Binding Shootout without being the heaviest. And it has an all-metal construction. Intrigued? You should be.
Butora Altura
The La Sportiva TC Pro has long been the go-to for those who spend long days on big walls. But it now has some competition in the form of the Butora Altura. Check out our full review to see how they compare.
18/19 Renoun Citadel 106
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Renoun’s crazy-light all-mountain ski, the Citadel 106, including comparisons to the Elan Ripstick 106 and Line Sick Day 104.
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Runner Profile: Luke Koppa
Vitals: 5’8″, 155 lbs (Click here for more info on my background and skiing preferences) Running Background, Style, and General Preferences I grew up with running being a way to stay in shape for sports like soccer and rugby, and now that I’m several years
Altra Escalante
The Altra Escalante is a zero-drop shoe with a more plush, cushioned ride than many of the more minimalist options out there. So is that a good thing or a bad thing? More importantly, is it a good option for you? Our full review should help you decide.
Runner Profile: Jonathan Ellsworth, Founder / Editor, Blister
Vitals: 5’10”, ~175 lbs. (see my general bio & skier profile) Running Background, Style, and General Preferences I used to be one of those people who said things like, “I hate running.” As a little kid, high school student, college athlete, and a good chunk
2018 Zerode Taniwha
As a trail-oriented bike with no derailleur, no cassette, and a hefty price tag, the Zerode Taniwha is certainly different, but is it better?