Kara Williard reviews the Icelantic Maiden 102 for BLISTER.

Deep Dive: Icelantic Maiden 102

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We compare the Icelantic Maiden 102 to the Nordica Unleashed 98 W, Moment Sierra, Blizzard Sheeva 10, Faction Dancer 3X, Zag Slap 104, Armada ARW 106 UL, Nordica Unleashed 108 W, Atomic Maven 103 CTI, Fischer Ranger 102, Nordica Santa Ana 102, K2 Mindbender 99Ti W, Volkl Secret 102, DPS Kaizen 105, Line Optic 104, K2 Mindbender 106C W, Folsom Cash 106, & Salomon QST Stella 106.

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Zack Henderson and David Golay review the Ibis HD6 for Blister

Deep Dive: Ibis HD6

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We compare the Ibis HD6 to the Yeti SB165, Orbea Rallon, Yeti SB160, Pivot Firebird, Norco Sight, Propane Tyee, Santa Cruz Nomad, Chromag Lowdown, Kavenz VHP 16, Specialized Enduro, and REEB Steezl.

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Zack Henderson and David Golay review the Ibis HD6 for Blister

Ibis HD6

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Ibis set out to make a modern Enduro race bike and came up with the HD6 — the longest travel bike they’ve ever made. We’ve been spending a lot of time on the HD6, and it has proven to be an interesting take on the genre. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons to see what we mean.
Dylan Wood reviews the Yeti ASR for Blister

Flash Review — Yeti ASR

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Yeti has re-entered the World Cup XC race arena with their new ASR, and our initial impressions on this lightweight full-suspension bike are quite positive.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Moment Commander 92 for Blister

2023-2024 Moment Commander 92

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Moment isn’t really known for their narrow skis, but should they be? We’ve been spending a lot of time on the narrowest ski to come out of the Moment factory in quite some time, and now you can check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of the Commander 92.
Luke Koppa reviews the Moment Commander 92 for Blister

Deep Dive: Moment Commander 92

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We compare the Moment Commander 92 to the Moment Commander 102, Blizzard Anomaly 94, 4FRNT MSP 91, Blizzard Anomaly 88, Nordica Enforcer 94, Folsom Spar 88, Wagner Summit 91, Salomon Stance 90, Renoun Endurance 88, K2 Mindbender 89Ti, Peak 88 by Bode, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, J Skis Fastforward, Folsom Cash 93, Stockli Stormrider 95, Black Crows Serpo, Head Kore 93, Parlor Cardinal 90, & Volkl M6 Mantra.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Dynastar M-Pro 94 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Dynastar M-Pro 94 Ti

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Dynastar updated many of their directional freeride skis for 24/25, and we logged several days on the new M-Pro 94 Ti — here are our initial thoughts.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon Shift Alpha BOA for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Salomon Shift Alpha BOA 130

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Salomon overhauled their freeride-touring boots for 24/25, and the new Shift Alpha BOA 130 was reportedly inspired by Salomon’s iconic MTN Lab. Here are our initial thoughts on the new boot.

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Kara Williard reviews the Atomic Maven 103 CTI for BLISTER.

2024-2025 Atomic Maven 103 CTI

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For 24/25, Atomic widened their women’s all-mountain lineup with the addition of the Maven 103 CTI, and the new ski achieves the rare feat of standing out both on piste and in powder — but that’s not the whole story. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive Comparisons for the full rundown on the Maven 103 CTI.
Kara Williard reviews the Atomic Maven 103 CTI for BLISTER.

Deep Dive: Atomic Maven 103 CTI

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We compare the Atomic Maven 103 CTI to the Fischer Ranger 102, Nordica Santa Ana 102, K2 Mindbender 99Ti W, Volkl Secret 102, Blizzard Sheeva 10, DPS Kaizen 105, Line Blade Optic 104, K2 Mindbender 106C W, Folsom Cash 106, Faction Dancer 3X, Salomon QST Stella 106, Nordica Unleashed 108, & Majesty Vadera Ti.

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David Golay reviews the Industry Nine SOLiX M Wheels for Blister

Industry Nine SOLiX M Hubs and Wheels

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Industry Nine’s Hydra hubs have been ubiquitous in high-end wheels for years, but now they’ve got a new, lighter, faster-rolling option for XC and Trail use — and they’re offered both as standalone hubs and in a range of new wheelsets. Meet the SOLiX M lineup.
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