SCARPA Vapor V
If you’re going to use one climbing shoe for damn near everything, or you climb rock that necessitates both “sport” and “trad” techniques, the SCARPA Vapor V is top notch.
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2012-2013 K2 Pettitor
Here are our early impressions of Sean Pettit's new pro-model, the K2 Pettitor.
2015-2016 Salomon Q-115
The new Salomon Rocker2 115 is a big-mountain gun that shows some range—surprisingly easy and fun on groomers, yet still likely to satisfy the hard-charging crowd on any pow day.
UPDATE: SUNringlé Charger Pro Wheelset
For those looking for a solid all-mountain wheelset without dropping big bucks, the SUNringle Charger Pros are an attractive option. Just keep an eye on them at first.
2012-2013 Down Skis Countdown 3
The Down Skis Countdown 3 is a serious, damp big-mountain ski well suited to cut big, fast turns on a pow day, but capable of smearing and surfing turns when you ask.
2013-2014 Fischer Watea 106
A stiffer ski with positive camber through the tails, the Fischer Watea 106 is not super playful or really easy to ski—it's for going hard and fast, period. In other words, bring your A game.
Exclusive First Look: 2012-2013 DPS Wailer 112RPC
The DPS Wailer 112RPC is the stiffer, wider, and more subtly rockered offspring of the popular Wailer 112RP. And while the "C" stands for charger, this apple hasn't fallen far from the tree. Check out BLISTER's exclusive first review.
ZipFit World Cup liner
Skeptical about custom liners? Even if you think your stock setup ain't broke, you might want to fix it anyway. Read on to learn why.
Best Used Bikes for Your Buck
Sticker shock of a new bike got you down? Here’s our list of the best used bikes from years past that have stood the test of time.
South American Ski Selections: Salomon Rocker 2, 108
A narrower version of the original Rocker 2,122, the Rocker 2 108 looks like a great backcountry jib tool and a versatile all-mountain ski (especially for the West).
Our South American Ski Selections
DPS has made a “charger edition” of their Wailer 112RP. The new 112RPC is supposed to be a damper, burlier 112, made to rip bigger, more agressive lines. Their “S.S.” technology has also been tweaked, purportedly resulting in an “entirely new feel.” We’re all sorts of curious on all sorts of levels. You can see it and our other selections here.
La Sportiva Katana Women’s
The La Sportiva Katana Women's climbing shoe performs exceptionally well in a wide variety of conditions—once they're broken in. Reviewer Hannah Trim argues it's worth the wait.
South American Ski Selections: Salomon Rocker 2, 115
Next up for South America: Salomon Freeski's new Rocker 2 115 - the big mountain charger offspring of last season's Rocker 2.
WTB WeirWolf AM TCS 2.3
The WTB WeirWolf 2.3 AM TCS is a sleeper in the AM genre, and it's definitely worth a look for its balance of speed, traction, and value. Plus it has ziggurats. Bet your lame tire doesn't have ziggurats....
SRAM X9 Drivetrain
SRAM's X9, 2x10 Drivetrain offers exceptional performance for the price. So take a look (unless you just won the lottery).
La Sportiva Miura VS
The Miura VS takes the mechanics of the Miura lace that made sport climbers embrace them, and ramps them up a few notches. Sport climbers, rejoice.
CamelBak Charge Backpack
The CamelBak Charge is designed for long-haul riding, with ample storage, a large bladder, and an overall light weight.
UPDATE: POC Cortex Flow Helmet
The POC Cortex Flow helmet is an impressively light, well ventilated, comfortable helmet that also offers good crash protection. (Yes, we checked.)
Troy Rarick, Over The Edge Sports
Through a combination of trail building and shop owning, Troy Rarick helped turn Fruita, Colorado, from a bankrupt town into a mountain bike destination. It's a philosophy he's now spreading around the world.
2011 Specialized SX Trail
The Specialized SX Trail falls between a burly trail bike and DH rig, which, when dialed, will rail the downhill and will climb when you need it to.