Trip Report: Taos Ski Valley – February, 2011
This past Presidents Day weekend, several BLISTER reviewers met up at Taos to do what we do: test gear in sick locations. Since several of us were getting …
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Ski / Snowboard Outerwear Mega Roundup — Men’s (2022-2023)
In this updated mega roundup, we compare and contrast more than two dozen pieces of ski and snowboard outerwear, from burly resort shells to breathable touring kits.
2021-2022 Moment Sierra Tour
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pics, and flex pattern numbers for Moment's narrowest women's backcountry touring ski.
2021-2022 DPS Foundation Koala 118
This year DPS updated the big, burly, yet playful Koala 119 that many of us loved. So is the new Koala 118 more of a subtle update, or a different ski entirely? Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Deep Dive: Dynastar PR-OTO Factory
We compare the PR-OTO Factory to the Rossignol Black Ops 118, ON3P Renegade 114, Prior CBC, Moment Wildcat / Blister Pro, Head Kore 117, Nordica Enforcer Pro, Blizzard Spur, K2 Catamaran, and Icelantic Nomad 115.
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2021-2022 Atomic Bent Chetler 120
We’ve now spent around 45 days on the Atomic Bent Chetler 120 — from deep pow to bad snow in technical terrain — and now have an update on its versatility, durability, and who we think will like it most.
DPS Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
We've now had 4 reviewers on DPS' new permanent base glide treatment, Phantom, so it's time for an update.
17/18 Scott Scrapper 115
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Scott's lightweight pow ski, the Scrapper 115.
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2018-2019 HEAD Kore 93
The HEAD Kore 93 is the lightest inbounds ski we’ve ever seen, and it punches well above its weight class in terms of stability. Check out our full review.
2018-2019 Amplid Milligram Splitboard
The Amplid Milligram is one of the lightest and most responsive splitboards we've ever been on
Deeluxe Independent BC Boot
The Deeluxe Independent BC is a well-designed splitboarding / backcountry boot that performs well on both the ascent and descent.
Dynafit Radical FT 2.0
Dynafit’s Radical FT 2.0 combines uphill capability and downhill performance in a serious upgrade from the previous Radical line.
2017-2018 Whitedot Redeemer
The Whitedot Redeemer sits between more playful, forward-mounted pow skis and more substantial, traditionally-shaped skis. The less you feel like choosing sides, the more interesting you’ll find the Redeemer.
2021-2022 Volkl V-Werks Katana
Of all the skis we've reviewed, the Volkl V-Werks Katana stands out as certainly the most surprising and one of the most impressive.
2013-2014 DOWN Skis Countdown 2
For those looking for a lighter freeride ski (without the tiny turn radius) for inbounds AND backcountry use, the Countdown 2 makes a whole lot of sense.
Patagonia Primo Down Jacket
The Patagonia Primo Down Jacket is durable, light, and built for the coldest, crappiest, windiest weather.
Wagner Custom Skis – The Design Process
Custom skis—are they worth it? Well, everything about the Wagner Custom Skis design process has been very impressive so far.
2016-2017 Armada Norwalk
For those who like the sound of the Armada JJ's light swing weight, easy turn initiation, and hook-free feel in fresh snow, but want a more directional ski with a beefier tail for more aggressive riding, meet the Norwalk.
2015-2016 RAMP Groundhog
The RAMP Groundhog is a one-ski quiver that carves well in all conditions, but there are a few things freeheelers should note to really get this ski dialed.
2015-2016 Praxis MVP
The Praxis MVP is a made-to-order ski. Our pair was made by—and for—Praxis' own Kevin O'Meara. It's a big-mountain comp ski built to play AND handle very high speeds. Two worlds collide.