BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Ibis Ripmo V3
While the Ibis Ripmo has stayed fairly consistent since its launch over six years ago, the mountain bike industry as a whole has shifted around it. So, where does it fit in today’s market, and how does it differentiate itself on the trail? Check out our Full Review.
Deep Dive: Ibis Ripmo V3
We compare the Ibis Ripmo V3 to several Trail/Enduro bikes in its class, including the previous Ibis Ripmo V2S, Revel Rail 29, Specialized Stumpjumper 15, Spot Mayhem 140, and Santa Cruz Bronson.
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Flash Review: 24/25 Rossignol Sender Soul 102
Update 12.16.24: We’ve logged a lot more time on Rossignol’s newest all-mountain ski, the Sender Soul 102. Check out what we’ve learned since first skiing it at Blister Summit 2024.
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ATK launches new hybrid ski-touring binding, the ‘Hy’
There’s a new competitor in the class of hybrid ski-touring bindings. Here are the details on ATK’s Hy binding.
River Radamus: Skier, and U.S. Alpine Ski Racer (Ep.337)
River Radamus is a rising star on the U.S. Alpine Ski Team. But first and foremost, River is someone who is very, very passionate about all types of skiing. Jonathan talked with River just after he laid down two top-10 finishes at Birds of Prey, and they discuss that plus his lifelong journey in skiing; the artistry he sees in ski racing; the importance of innovation in racing; his thoughts on how to help the next generation of ski racers, and a whole lot more.
Cane Creek Kitsuma V2 Shocks
Cane Creek has given their Kitsuma line of shocks an update, and we’ve got the scoop on all of the new refinements.
2024-2025 LINE Vision 104
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the LINE Vision 104.
2024-2025 Blizzard Anomaly 102
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the new Blizzard Anomaly 102.
Introducing: ‘The Hundred’ T-Shirts
Dear members of The Hundred: Thank you. We see you. And now, you can mark your rightful place among The Hundred.
2024-2025 Head Crux 99 Pro
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Head Crux 99 Pro touring ski.
2024-2025 Faction La Machine 5 Max
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for Faction’s widest touring powder ski, the La Machine 5 Max.
2024-2025 DPS Carbon Wailer 90
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the DPS Carbon Wailer 90.
The Design & Development of the New DPS Carbon Pisteworks 79 (Ep.326)
Today, you’re going to hear one of the deepest dives we’ve ever done on GEAR:30 about the design and development of a new ski; how Blister Labs was involved; and the lengthy process of developing a ‘metal ski without the metal,’ the DPS Carbon Pisteworks 79.
Win Gloves From Swany
The two winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will each get any pair of gloves or mittens from Swany!
2024-2025 La Sportiva Tempo
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the La Sportiva Tempo.
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2024-2025 Icelantic Nomad 106
Icelantic overhauled their most popular skis this season — but was this risky move worth it? After a full season of testing, we think it was. Here’s our Full Review of the new Nomad 106.
Deep Dive: Icelantic Nomad 106
We compare the Nomad 106 to the previous Nomad 105, current Nomad 112, Nomad 100, J Skis Hotshot, Salomon QST 106, Nordica Unleashed 108, Moment Wildcat 108, 4FRNT Devastator, Armada ARV 106, Dynastar M-Free 108, K2 Reckoner 110, Fischer Ranger 108, Rossignol Sender Soul 102, ZAG Slap 104, Blizzard Rustler 10, Black Crows Atris, RMU Apostle 106, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Armada Declivity X 102, Line Optic 104, DPS Wailer 107, & Line Pandora 106.
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Win Carv’s Digital Ski Coach System
The TWO winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will each get the Carv 2 Ski Coach system as well as a Carv Season Pass!
Matt Manser on Atomic’s New Redster Ski Boots, New Remedy 130, & More (Ep.334)
What’s the difference between a true race boot; a race-inspired ski boot; and a high-performance freeride or freestyle boot? Matt and Jonathan discuss all of these things and more, and you’ll hear the most important rant / public service announcement in GEAR:30 history.
Flash Review: 25/26 Majesty HNX Ti
Part of Majesty’s new Resort collection, the HNX Ti is an 85mm-wide ski with a unique look. Here are our initial thoughts after our first day on it.
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2025-2026 Majesty HNX Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Majesty HNX Ti.
Reviewing the News w/ Mike Ferrentino, January 2025 (Ep.260)
What impact are Trump’s tariffs going to have on the bike industry, and will they affect that new bike or component upgrade you have your eye on? Mike and Simon weigh in with their thoughts on the tariffs; as well as a Preview of Red Bull Hardline Tasmania; Mexico as a mountain bike destination; and a whole lot more.
‘Ski: The Greatest Ski Tour of All Time’ w/ Nikolai Schirmer, Cody Townsend, & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.35)
We talk with Nikolai Schirmer about snow monk warriors, obsessive weirdos, and his outstanding new movie. And Cody Townsend (who is in the film) joins in to talk about the evolution of ski culture, filmmaking, and more.
Flash Review — Santa Cruz Bronson 5
Update 2.6.2024: We’ve got the Santa Cruz Bronson 5 in for a long-term review, and have some updated thoughts on how it stacks up.
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2024-2025 Nordica Enforcer 104
Many of us loved the original Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, but this season, Nordica updated it. So, just how similar or different is this new, un-Freed Enforcer 104? Here’s our Full Review.
Deep Dive: Nordica Enforcer 104
We compare the Enforcer 104 to the previous Enforcer 104 Free, current Enforcer 99, Nordica Unleashed 108, Volkl Mantra 102, Salomon Stance 102, Blizzard Anomaly 102, Moment Commander 102, Folsom Primary 104, Romp Oso 105, 4FRNT MSP 107, Wagner Summit 107, Stockli Stormrider 102, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Black Crows Justis, Atomic Maverick 105 CTI, J Skis Hotshot, Dynastar M-Pro 100 Ti, Armada Declivity X 102, Line Optic 104, Icelantic Nomad 106, Salomon QST 106, Rossignol Sender Soul 102, & Fischer Ranger 102.
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2025-2026 Head Kore 88 Ti
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the brand-new Head Kore 88 Ti.