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Luke Koppa reviews the WNDR Alpine Vital 100 for Blister

2021-2022 WNDR Alpine Vital 100

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From steep, techy lines in the backcountry, to fast laps at Mt. Crested Butte, we’ve now used the WNDR Alpine Vital 100 for a bit of everything. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons for more on this ski and its algae-derived construction.
Luke Koppa reviews the WNDR Alpine Vital 100 for Blister

Deep Dive: WNDR Alpine Vital 100

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We compare the Vital 100 to the WNDR Alpine Intention 110, 4FRNT Raven, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Salomon MTN Explore 95, Line Sick Day 104, Armada Tracer 98, K2 Wayback 96, Line Vision 98, G3 FINDr 102, Fauna Pioneer, Blizzard Zero G 105, Volkl Blaze 106, Black Crows Camox, Liberty Origin 96, & Liberty Origin 101.

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Zack Henderson reviews the Banshee Titan V3 for Blister

Banshee Titan V3

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We recently reviewed Banshee’s short-travel Phantom, and we've also spent the past year+ on its longer-travel sibling, the Titan. It’s an impressive (and incredibly good looking) 29er, but who is it best suited for, and where does it most notably excel? Check out our full review to find out.
Luke Koppa reviews the Moment Voyager XIV for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Moment Voyager XIV

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Update 4.26.21: Luke Koppa adds his thoughts on the Voyager XIV, how it compares to the ATK R12, and how it stacks up against heavier bindings like the Fritschi Tecton and Marker Kingpin.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Weston Summit ski for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Weston Summit

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Weston may be best known for their snowboards and splitboards, but they also make skis and we've been spending time on their 105mm-wide, do-everything touring ski, the Summit.

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David Golay Reviews the Privateer 161 for Blister

Privateer 161

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With progressive geometry, a bargain price for what you get, and thoughtful design touches and spec, the Privateer 161 looks awfully appealing on paper. We’ve been testing this aluminum Enduro race bike and think it delivers on what the brand claims about it — for the right types of riders. Check out our full review for all the details.
Luke Koppa, Dylan Wood, & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Black Crows Camox for Blister

2021-2022 Black Crows Camox

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Three of our reviewers spent time on the 97mm-wide, twin-tipped Black Crows Camox this season, and despite their different skiing styles, all three came away with pretty positive impressions. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons.
Luke Koppa, Dylan Wood, & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Black Crows Camox for Blister

Deep Dive: Black Crows Camox

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We compare the Camox to the Black Crows Atris, Black Crows Justis, Liberty Origin 96, Blizzard Rustler 9, Line Sick Day 104, Season Aero, Nordica Soul Rider 97, Dynastar Menace 98, Prior Northwest 100, K2 Reckoner 102, Rossignol BLACKOPS Holyshred, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, J Skis Masterblaster, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, Salomon QST 99, Salomon QST 98, & 4FRNT MSP 99.

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Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Pagoda Tour 100 RP for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 DPS Pagoda Tour 100 RP

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Check out some of our initial thoughts on the lightest version of DPS's maneuverable 100 RP shape.

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Gordon Gianniny reviews the Hoka One One Carbon X2 for Blister

Hoka One One Carbon X2

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Shoes with carbon plates have gained a lot of attention recently, but most are pretty niche, race-oriented products. The Hoka Carbon X2 is designed to offer both race-day efficiency and long-distance comfort, and while we were at first skeptical about that bold claim, we've been thoroughly impressed by this shoe so far.
On Blister's GEAR:30 podcast Jonathan Ellsworth & Luke Koppa discuss one of the most important concepts in ski design: suspension. So what do we mean by “suspension”? Are terms like “plush” or “damp” synonyms, or are there important differences? And what are some of the best skis of all-time when it comes to suspension? Let the debate begin.

The Mt. Rushmore of Ski Suspension (Ep.143)

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We discuss one of the most important concepts in ski design: suspension. So what do we mean by “suspension”? Are terms like “plush” or “damp” synonyms, or are there important differences? And what are some of the best skis of all time when it comes to suspension? Let the debate begin.
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