Kara Williard reviews the Volkl Secret 102 for BLISTER.

Deep Dive: Volkl Secret 102

We compare the Volkl Secret 102 to the Volkl Secret 96, Blizzard Black Pearl 97, K2 Mindbender 99Ti W, Nordica Santa Ana 98, 4FRNT MSP CC, Armada Reliance 102 Ti, Fischer Ranger 102, Rossignol Rallybird 104 Ti, Nordica Santa Ana 104 Free, Line Blade Optic 104, Faction Dancer 3X, & Salomon QST Stella 106.

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David Golay reviews the 2024 RockShox BoXXer for Blister

2024 RockShox BoXXer

The new 38mm-stanchioned RockShox BoXXer was a long-awaited and poorly kept secret. We have now logged a whole lot of laps on one and are ready to weigh in on how it performs, and how it compares to its competition. Check out our full review for all the info.
Luke Koppa reviews the Rossignol Forza 70D V-Ti for Blister

2023-2024 Rossignol Forza 70D V-Ti

New for the 23/24 season, Rossignol’s Forza 70D V-Ti is designed with accessible carving and high edge angles in mind, and it's a unique ride. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.

Deep Dive: Peak 104 by Bode

We compare the Peak 104 by Bode to the Peak 98 by Bode, Peak 104 by Dav, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Rossignol Sender 104 Ti, Fischer Ranger 102, Atomic Maverick 100 Ti, Armada Declivity 102 Ti, Salomon QST 106, K2 Mindbender 106C, Volkl Mantra 102, HEAD Kore 105, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Elan Ripstick 106, J Skis Hotshot, Blizzard Rustler 10, Black Crows Atris, Line Blade Optic 104, Volkl Secret 102, Rossignol Rallybird 104 Ti, & Nordica Santa Ana 104 Free.

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Blister alpine binding test shootout

Update: Blister Alpine Binding Shootout

We've been spending a lot of time A/B testing a whole bunch of different alpine bindings — all on the same model of ski. Check out our latest update, with new thoughts on bindings from Salomon, Marker, & Tyrolia.

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Andrew Forward reviews the Nitro Squash for Blister

2023-2024 Nitro Squash

Nitro recently updated the Squash, and say it offers "unparalleled float in the powder and a turn so nice it will make you never want to leave the groomers." So just how well does it blend freeride inspiration with all-mountain versatility? Check out our full review.
Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Head Supershape e-Rally and Supershape e-Titan for Blister

2023-2024 Head Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan

The Supershape name is one of the most recognizable in the world of carving skis, and we've been testing the latest versions of the Supershape e-Rally & e-Titan to see how they compare to the current crop of piste-oriented models on the market. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Head Supershape e-Rally and Supershape e-Titan for Blister

Deep Dive: Head Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan

We compare the Supershape e-Rally & Supershape e-Titan to the Supershape i.Rally, Supershape i.Titan, K2 Disruption 78Ti, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Fischer RC One 82 GT, K2 Disruption MTi, Fischer RC4 The Curv, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, Parlor Warbird, Renoun Atlas 80, Rossignol Forza 70D V-Ti, Blizzard Brahma 88, & Head Kore 87.

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We just launched our new Blister Labs project, Blister Community Reviews, so on today’s GEAR:30 podcast, Luke and Jonathan discuss where it is today; how it will evolve; and some big questions like, how much info is too much or too little?; how to best define the difference between an intermediate, advanced, and expert skier; rating scale debates; and more. Check out the conversation, then let us know your thoughts?

Blister Community Reviews Launch; How Much Info is Too Much or Too Little?; Defining Skier Ability Levels; & Other Contentious Topics (Ep.277)

We’ve launched our new Blister Community Reviews, so Luke and Jonathan discuss where it is today; how it will evolve; & some big questions like, how to best define the difference between an intermediate, advanced, & expert skier; rating scale debates; and more.
Blister reviews the Peak 88 by Bode

23/24 Peak 88 by Bode

Given Bode Miller's racing background, we were curious to try his take on a narrower all-mountain ski — check out our initial thoughts.

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Kara Williard and Kristin Sinnott review the Nordica Santa Ana 88 for BLISTER.

2023-2024 Nordica Santa Ana 88

The Santa Ana 88 brings many of the wider Santa Ana skis’ signature traits to a narrower, more firm-snow-oriented package, but with a few tweaks that make it stand out within the collection. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons for the whole story.
Luke Koppa reviews the Wagner Summit 91 for Blister

2023-2024 Wagner Summit 91

The Summit 91 is the newest and narrowest addition to Wagner's line of semi-custom skis, and we've spent the past two seasons testing against the rest of the ~90mm-wide all-mountain category. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons to see the results.
Paul Forward reviews the Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon for Blister

2023-2024 Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon

Despite it being Tecnica's first foray into the 1-kg class of touring boots, the Zero G Peak Carbon is an extremely impressive product. Check out our full review to learn more, including how it compares to several other boots in its class.

2023-2024 Nidecker Supermatic Snowboard Binding

For decades, brands have been trying to come up with snowboard bindings that are quicker and easier when it comes to getting into and out of them. However, those attempts have historically come with various downsides. With their Supermatic binding, Nidecker aimed to address those compromises while maximizing ease of use. So, how’d they do? We spent all of last season in them — check out our full review.
Kara Williard reviews the Volkl Secret 102 for Blister

23/24 Volkl Secret 102

Update 12.11.23: We've been spending more time on Volkl's updated Secret 102, and the initial results have been promising — check out our updated thoughts.

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