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Raide: Building a Solutions-Based Backcountry Brand (Ep.281)

January 19, 2024January 19, 2024 by Luke Koppa

We talk with Kyle Siegel, the founder of Raide, about how — and why — he started the brand; their lightweight 40L backpack that immediately made a splash in the backcountry market when it was released; and more.

Win J Skis & Daymaker Touring Adapters

January 19, 2024January 19, 2024 by Dylan Wood

The winner of this week’s Gear Giveaway will get a pair of J Skis Slacker skis + Tekdapter ski touring adapters from Daymaker Touring!

Outbound Lighting on Night Riding, Light Design, & More (Ep.205)

January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 by David Golay

Night riding is a lot of fun, and often the only way for many folks to find time to get out in the darker winter months. We sat down with Outbound Lighting’s Tom Place to chat about light design, how they go about it, how to choose the right lights for your needs, and much more.

2023-2024 Armada Locator 104

January 18, 2024 by Kara Williard

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Armada Locator 104.

Fischer recently announced new changes to their piste-oriented Curv skis, including four new models — one of which features a construction that reportedly drops its carbon footprint by 36%. Blister discussed the details.

Fischer Announces New 24/25 Curv Ski Collection

January 18, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Fischer recently announced new changes to their piste-oriented Curv skis, including four new models — one of which features a construction that reportedly drops its carbon footprint by 36%. Here are the details.

Contra MC

January 18, 2024 by David Golay

The steel-framed, high-virtual-pivot Contra MC doesn’t look like much else out there, and its on-trail performance stands out, too. Check out our full review.

Deep Dive: Contra MC

January 18, 2024 by David Golay

We compare the Contra MC to the Trek Slash, Norco Range, Kavenz VHP 16, Cannondale Jekyll, Forbidden Dreadnought, Cotic RocketMAX, Yeti SB160, Pivot Firebird, & Nicolai G1.

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Eric Freson reviews the Kästle K130P for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Kästle K130P LV

January 19, 2025January 17, 2024 by Eric Freson

We've been testing the stiffest boot in Kästle's line of "performance" ski boots — here are our initial impressions.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Nordica Enforcer 99 for Blister

Flash Review: 24/25 Nordica Enforcer 99

January 18, 2025January 17, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Nordica is updating all their Enforcer skis for 24/25, and we've been skiing the replacement for the Enforcer 100, the new Enforcer 99. Check out our initial on-snow impressions.

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Kara Williard reviews the Nordica Santa Ana 92 for BLISTER.

Flash Review: 24/25 Nordica Santa Ana 92

January 18, 2025January 17, 2024 by Kara Williard

Nordica is updating all their Santa Ana skis for 24/25, and we’ve been skiing the replacement for the Santa Ana 93, the new Santa Ana 92. Check out our initial on-snow impressions.

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On our CRAFTED podcast, WNDR Alpine founder, Matt Sterbenz — aka, the ‘Sauna Shaman’ — talks about how Hoji kicked off his obsession with saunas; their numerous benefits; and he lays out what it takes (and costs) to build your own sauna.

WNDR Alpine founder, Matt Sterbenz, on the Benefits, Culture, & Craft of Saunas (Ep.40)

January 17, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

WNDR Alpine founder, Matt Sterbenz, aka, the ‘Sauna Shaman’ talks about how Hoji kicked off his obsession with saunas; their numerous benefits; and he lays out what it takes (and costs) to build your own sauna.

Kara Williard and Luke Koppa review the DPS Kaizen 105 for Blister

2023-2024 DPS Kaizen 105

January 17, 2024 by Luke Koppa

The recently launched DPS Kaizen skis feature a new construction, new shapes, and are the latest in a long line of the brand’s do-it-all, carbon-construction skis. The Kaizen 105 sits in the middle of the new collection, and we’ve had two reviewers testing two different lengths of it — check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons.

Deep Dive: DPS Kaizen 105

January 24, 2024January 17, 2024 by Luke Koppa

We compare the DPS Kaizen 105 to the DPS Pagoda 106 C2, DPS Koala 103, Peak 104 by Bode, Peak 104 by Dav, Salomon Stance 102, Rossignol Sender 104 Ti, Fischer Ranger 102, Armada Declivity 102 Ti, ZAG Slap 104, Salomon QST 106, RMU Apostle 106, K2 Mindbender 106C, Wagner Summit 106, Volkl Blaze 106, Volkl Mantra 102, WNDR Alpine Intention 108, HEAD Kore 105, Shaggy’s Ahmeek 105, Elan Ripstick 106, J Skis Hotshot, Blizzard Rustler 10, Black Crows Atris, Line Blade Optic 104, & Nordica Santa Ana 104 Free.

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2023-2024 J Skis Allplay

March 12, 2024January 17, 2024 by Dylan Wood

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the J Skis Allplay.

Blister reviews the Moment Commander 102

2023-2024 Moment Commander 102

February 26, 2024January 16, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Moment Commander 102.

On our latest Blister Cinematic podcast, Jonathan talks with Connor Ryan about his new video series, “The New Radical,” which kicks things off by asking the question, What is Radical?

‘The New Radical’ with Connor Ryan & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.9)

January 16, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan talks with Connor Ryan about his new video series, “The New Radical,” which kicks things off by asking the question, What is Radical?

The Key to Happiness?

January 16, 2024 by Sander Hadley

In our latest Open Mic, Sander Hadley sets the astronomical and meteorological records straight, and has some thoughts on how to be happy.

How do you know what ski length is best for you? And why does it matter if your skis are too short or too long? Choosing the right ski length is tricky, but getting it right makes a huge difference. In this BLISTER “How To” video, our managing editor, Luke Koppa, explains the most important factors to consider, what you should and shouldn’t worry about, and more.

How to Choose the Right Ski Length | BLISTER Video

January 15, 2024 by Luke Koppa

How do you know what ski length is best for you? And why does it matter if your skis are too short or too long? Choosing the right ski length is tricky, but getting it right makes a huge difference. In this video, we're here to help.

Luke Koppa reviews the Volkl Revolt 114 for Blister

Flash Review: 23/24 Volkl Revolt 114

January 18, 2025January 15, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Update 1.15.24: We just spent a properly deep day on the brand-new Revolt 114 and have some new thoughts to share about its flotation, high-speed stability, maneuverability, and more.

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2023-2024 Salomon Stance 90

January 15, 2024January 12, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Salomon Stance 90.

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