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Reviewer Reports: Storm Cycles, All-Mountain Skis, 3D-Printed Goggles, & More (Ep.282)

Ski & Snowboard Goggle Roundup — 2024 

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A good pair of goggles can end up being one of the most essential pieces of gear for a fun day on snow. We’ve been testing a *lot* of them lately, and in this roundup, we compare and contrast more than two dozen — from ultra-high-end flagship models to more budget-oriented (but still impressive) alternatives.
David Golay reviews the Revel Rascal V2 for Blister

Revel Rascal V2

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Revel’s best-selling and most versatile bike, the Rascal, gets an update today with a new frame, expanded size options, and more. Check out our full review for all the info on the new bike, and our Deep Dive comparisons to learn how it stacks up against a whole lot of all-rounder Trail bikes.
David Golay reviews the Revel Rascal V2 for Blister

Deep Dive: Revel Rascal V2

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We compare the Revel Rascal V2 to the Santa Cruz Hightower, Santa Cruz Tallboy, Transition Smuggler, Trek Fuel EX, Yeti SB140, Orbea Occam LT, Yeti SB135, Canyon Spectral 125, Chromag Darco, and Rocky Mountain Element.

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Blister reviews the Blizzard Black Pearl 94 skis.

Flash Review: 24/25 Blizzard Black Pearl 94

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We've been spending time on Blizzard's widest model in their recently updated Black Pearl lineup, the Black Pearl 94 – here are our initial thoughts.

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David Golay reviews the 2024 Norco Optic and Sight for Blister

Flash Review — 2024 Norco Optic

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The new Norco Optic is by far the shortest-travel high-pivot bike that we’ve been on to date, and our early impressions are pretty interesting.

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Paul Forward reviews the Heritage Lab HB122 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Heritage Lab HB122

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The HB122 is one of Heritage Lab's latest models, inspired by the iconic K2 HellBent — here are Paul Forward's initial thoughts on this big, fully rockered pow ski.

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David Golay reviews the Crank Brothers Mallet Trail BOA for Blister

Crank Brothers Mallet Trail BOA Shoes

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Crank Brothers’ new Mallet Trail BOA shoes combine many features from more gravity-oriented shoes into a lighter, more pedal-friendly package. We’ve been spending a lot of time in the new model, and what Crank Brothers have come up with is pretty interesting.
Luke Koppa & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Stöckli Stormrider 95 for Blister

Deep Dive: Stöckli Stormrider 95

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We compare the Stormrider 95 to the Stöckli Stormrider 102, Volkl M6 Mantra, Salomon Stance 96, Blizzard Anomaly 94, Nordica Enforcer 99, Fischer Ranger 96, Salomon QST 98, Nordica Enforcer 94, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, J Skis Masterblaster, K2 Mindbender 96C, Peak 98 by Bode, K2 Mindbender 89Ti, Atomic Maverick 95 Ti, Head Kore 93, Blizzard Rustler 9, Shaggy's Ahmeek 95, ZAG Harfang 96, Faction Dancer 2, Blizzard Bonafide 97, Black Crows Camox, Nordica Unleashed 98, RMU Apostle 96 Pro, Line Blade Optic 96, Armada Declivity 102 Ti, Renoun Endurance 98, Dynastar M-Pro 99, Season Aero, Wagner Summit 97, & Shaggy's Mohawk 98.

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We talk with Olympic and X Games gold medalist, Red Gerard; the legendary T. Bird; and the CEO of Natural Selection about the future of comps. Snowboarders are going to love this one; skiers are going to want to pay close attention; and all of us have an opportunity here to think about the past and future of snowsports comps.

Red Gerard, T. Bird, & Carter Westfall on Natural Selection & the Future of Comps (Ep.298)

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We talk with Olympic and X Games gold medalist, Red Gerard; the legendary T. Bird; and the CEO of Natural Selection about the future of comps. Snowboarders are going to love this one; skiers are going to want to pay close attention; and all of us have an opportunity here to think about the past and future of snowsports comps. Watch or listen to the conversation here.
Luke Koppa reviews the Dynafit Tigard 114 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Dynafit Tigard 114

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We've been logging time on Dynafit's widest, heaviest, and most powder-oriented ski — here are some of our initial thoughts on the Tigard 114.

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Luke Kopp and Paul Forward review the Lange Shadow 130 for Blister

2024-2025 Lange Shadow 130 LV & Shadow 130 MV

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Lange says their new Shadow boots offer “more power with less effort” via their unique shell design, and after logging more than 100 days in the Shadow 130 LV & MV, our reviewers have a LOT to say about them. Check out what might be our longest, most in-depth boot review for the whole story.
A Very Deep Dive on Bootfitting, Pt 6: Ski Boot Flex w/ Pulse Boot Lab

A Very Deep Dive on Bootfitting, Pt. 6: Ski Boot Flex w/ Pulse Boot Labs (Ep.286)

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How should you think about ski boot flex patterns, and which one is “right” for you? We talk with Pulse Boot Lab’s Bryn Vickers about the complex and often misunderstood aspects of ski boot flex; why your own biomechanics are a huge piece of the puzzle; how to work with a bootfitter during the process; and some of the latest Pulse Boot Lab technology.
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