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Luke Koppa reviews the Season Forma ski for Blister

Flash Review: Season Forma Ski

February 3, 2021February 3, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We just wrapped up a day on the 118mm-wide, fishtailed ski in Season’s lineup. Check out our initial impressions.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Tecnica Mach1 130 MV for Blister

Flash Review: 20/21 Tecnica Mach1 130 MV

April 9, 2025February 3, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We've now spent about 40 days in Tecnica's recently revised 130-flex, medium-volume alpine boot. Check out our thoughts.

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Win a Trip to the Blister Summit @ Mt. Crested Butte

February 2, 2021February 2, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

This is a very special giveaway — the winner will get 2 spots at the Blister Summit ski demo event + lodging + lift tickets. Enter before Friday, February 5th for your chance to win!

2021-2022 Faction Dictator 3.0

February 2, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Faction’s original Dictator 3.0 was a radical ski when it was first released. It was stiff, had two layers of metal, and it was also very light. But the ski market has changed since then, and so has the Dictator 3.0. Check out our First Look & Flash Review of the latest Dictator 3.0.

Flash Review: 21/22 Faction Dictator 3.0

April 9, 2025February 2, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Check out our initial thoughts on the latest iteration of Faction's mid-fat, metal-laminate, directional ski.

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Cosmo Langsfeld

February 16, 2021February 1, 2021 by Cosmo Langsfeld

Vitals: 6’2″, 160 lbs / 188 cm, 70 kg

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Zach Guy, the lead forecaster for the Crested Butte Avalanche Center, goes on the Blister Podcast to discuss the science of snow, the art of avalanche forecasting, and what every backcountry traveler can be sending in to their local avy center to help them produce more accurate forecasts.

Backcountry Travel, Snow Science, & the Art of Avalanche Forecasting (Ep.161)

February 1, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Zach Guy, the lead forecaster for the Crested Butte Avalanche Center, about the science of snow, the art of avalanche forecasting, and what every backcountry traveler can be sending in to their local avy center to help them produce more accurate forecasts.

Kieran Nay reviews the Altra Olympus 4 for Blister

Altra Olympus 4.0

February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 by Kieran Nay

The Olympus has been a reference point in the maximalist trail shoe category for many years now, but the latest iteration includes some significant changes from previous versions. Check out our review of the Olympus 4.0, including how it compares to the Olympus 3.5 and Hoka Speedgoat 4.

Blister Summit: What, When, & How to Join

February 16, 2021January 29, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

Here's an update on our upcoming Blister Summit — check it out to learn more about this first-of-its-kind ski demo event and how to join us.

Win G3 ZED Bindings

January 29, 2021 by Luke Koppa

The winner this week will get a pair of G3's lightweight touring bindings!

Eric Helmbrecht of Powder Hound Ski Shop in Girdwood Alaska goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss the 20/21 ski season in Alaska, gear they've been liking in Alaska, and more

Shop Talk: Powder Hound, Girdwood, AK (Ep.133)

January 29, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Eric Helmbrecht, owner of Powder Hound Ski & Bike Shop is back on the show to talk about this season in Girdwood; Fizz Nation; some of the gear that he and his staff are particularly high on this season; and, of course, we had to talk about Juras.

Smith Mainline Helmet

January 29, 2021 by David Golay

For folks who want full-face protection on the down without the full-face sweatiness on the up, the Smith Mainline should be high on your list. Check out our review of this lighter, more breathable alternative to traditional full-face helmets.

PeopleForBikes President & CEO, Jenn Dice goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss what PeopleForBikes does, what it's like lobbying for bike legislature, working with the new Biden administration, and more

PeopleForBikes President & CEO, Jenn Dice (Ep.50)

January 28, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

PeopleForBikes is one of the most important organizations in the bike world that you might not be too familiar with. So we caught up with Jenn Dice to talk about what the organization is up to; working with a new administration; and what each of us can do to get involved.

Luke Koppa & Dylan Wood review the Salomon QST Blank for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon QST Blank

September 26, 2022January 28, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Salomon just unveiled what will be the widest ski in their lineup for 21/22: the QST Blank. This new ski combines elements of other skis in Salomon’s QST lineup and adds some new ones, too. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons to see what three of our reviewers think of the new ski.

Deep Dive: Salomon QST Blank

January 28, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We compare the QST Blank to the QST 106, QST 118, Moment Deathwish, K2 Reckoner 112, Movement Fly Two 115, Black Crows Anima, Volkl Revolt 121, J Skis Friend, ON3P Woodsman 108, Moment Wildcat, Icelantic Nomad 105, Parlor McFellon Pro, Blizzard Rustler 11, Rossignol BLACKOPS Gamer, Kye Shapes Metamorph, Volkl Katana 108, & J Skis Hotshot.

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David Golay discusses the Nukeproof Giga for Blister

2021 Nukeproof Giga

January 28, 2021January 27, 2021 by David Golay

What's a "Super Enduro" bike? Apparently, the brand-new Nukeproof Giga is one of them, and you can check out our First Look to learn more about this competitively priced, extra-long-travel bike that's still designed to pedal uphill.

Luke Koppa reviews the Atomic Maverick 100 Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Atomic Maverick 100 Ti

April 9, 2025January 27, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Check out our initial thoughts on the widest ski in Atomic's new all-mountain series.

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Tecnica Cochise 130 for Blister

Flash Review: 21/22 Tecnica Cochise 130

April 9, 2025January 26, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Update 1.26.21: Jonathan Ellsworth adds some more thoughts after skiing the new Cochise 130 with more skis.

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Season Aero Ski

January 26, 2021 by Luke Koppa

“Stable and quick in all snow conditions” — that’s what Season says about their 96mm-wide Aero ski. And you can now check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons of this unique new ski to see what we have to say about it.

Deep Dive: Season Aero Ski

January 26, 2021January 26, 2021 by Luke Koppa

We compare the Aero to the Season Nexus, Dynastar Menace 98, Nordica Soul Rider 97, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, K2 Reckoner 102, Prior Northwest 100, Rossignol BLACKOPS Holyshred, J Skis Masterblaster, Armada Declivity 92 Ti, Head Kore 93, Nordica Enforcer 94, Salomon QST 99, Liberty Origin 96, Blizzard Rustler 9, 4FRNT MSP 99, & Volkl Mantra M5.

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