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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the ON3P Wrenegade 96 for Blister

2019-2020 ON3P Wrenegade 96

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The brand-new ON3P Wrenegade 96 is the narrowest directional ski in ON3P’s lineup, but it definitely doesn’t look like some corduroy cruiser. So how does it compare to the Wren 98 it replaced, as well as other skis in its class? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review.
Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the ON3P Wrenegade 96 for Blister

18/19 ON3P Wrenegade 96

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We spent a couple days on the brand-new Wren 96, and here you can check out our initial on-snow impressions and comparisons to the old Wren 98, and the Nordica Enforcer 100.

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Kristin Van Der Kloot reviews the Black Diamond Vector Helmet for Blister

Black Diamond Vector Helmet

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Once upon a time, climbing helmets were pretty much all the same. Not anymore. There are ultralight helmets on one end, and durable but heavy options on the other. The Black Diamond Vector falls in between, making it a versatile option. Check out our full review, with comparisons to several helmets from Black Diamond, Petzl, and Mammut.
Win Men's and Women's shoes or boots from Keen; Blister Gear Giveaway

Win Men’s & Women’s Shoes or Boots from Keen

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The two winners of this week’s Giveaway will each win a pair of shoes or boots from Keen's Targhee or Terradora lines. The revamped men’s Targhee and new women’s Terradora each come in a variety of styles and colors, from breathable low-cut shoes to waterproof boots. So whether you’re planning a short hike after work or a weekend backpacking trip, you can pick a model that’s right for you.

Altra Boston Escalante Racer

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The Boston Escalante Racer is supposed to be a “faster, higher-performance” version of their original Escalante. Check out what they changed, what they didn’t, and our initial impressions.
Dave Alie reviews the Evolv Agro for Blister

Evolv Agro

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While many high-performance bouldering and sport-climbing climbing shoes have been moving in the “soft and sensitive” direction, the Evolv Agro takes a different approach. Check out our review, with comparisons to the La Sportiva Solution, Five Ten Hiangle, and Evolv Shaman.
Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Elan Ripstick 106 for Blister

Deep Dive: Elan Ripstick 106

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We compare the Ripstick 106 to the Rossignol Soul 7 HD, Line Sick Day 104, Salomon QST 106, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Blizzard Rustler 10, Renoun Citadel 106, and Liberty Origin 106.

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Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Elan Ripstick 106 for Blister

2019-2020 Elan Ripstick 106

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We got two reviewers on two lengths of the Elan Ripstick 106 this past season, and now it’s time for us to weigh in on this lightweight all-mountain ski. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.
Bolt Restrictions, Hardware Committees, and Threatened Access on Blister's All Things Climbing Podcast

Bolt Restrictions, Hardware Committees, and Threatened Access (Ep.14)

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Climbing is growing — really fast. At some crags around the country, that means that our impact has also been growing, which has forced the critical question of how best to manage the increased traffic on public lands. So today we’re talking about best practices, controversial approaches, and how climbing culture could be affected if oversight from outside of the climbing community becomes the new norm.
Jaden Anderson reviews the Hoka One One Torrent for Blister

Hoka One One Torrent

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Hoka is known for their max-cushioned shoes, but their brand-new Torrent is different. So how does this more moderately-cushioned trail shoe perform, and how does it compare to Hoka’s other trail shoes like the Speedgoat 2 and Evo Mafate? Check out our review.
Blister reviews the Faction Candide 3.0

Deep Dive: Faction Candide 3.0

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We compare the 18/19 Candide 3.0 to the ON3P Kartel 108, Faction Prodigy 3.0, Moment Meridian 107, Sego Big Horn 106, Line Sick Day 104, and more...

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Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Alchemist Cassiar 79 for Blister

18/19 DPS Alchemist Cassiar 79

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The Alchemist Cassiar 79 is DPS' narrowest ski, it has a 12.5 m radius, and the longest length it's offered in is 167 cm. The result? Check out our initial on-snow impressions.

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Five Ten Hiangle

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Five Ten says that the Hiangle is “relaxed enough for all-day climbing” and “aggressive enough to tackle steep, overhanging routes.” But how comfortable and how aggressive is it really? Check out our full review with tons of comparisons to other shoes.
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