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Last week we held our 2nd Blister Speaker Series event at Western Colorado University with Eric Larsen, a North and South Pole adventurer, expedition guide, author, and climate educator. Here is that conversation, where we talk to Eric about the importance of doing difficult things, perseverance, leadership, and more.
Ski Pole Roundup — 2019
Not all ski poles are created equal, so after spending dozens of seasons and hundreds of days using a whole bunch of them, we offer this roundup of a bunch of inbounds and backcountry-oriented options.
19/20 Line Vision 108
After getting more time on it, we've updated our initial on-snow impressions of Line's very light Vision 108.
Flylow Donna Pant 2.1
Comfortable? Check. Waterproof? Check. Versatile? Check. Stylish? Check. The Flylow Donna Pant 2.1 ticks a lot of boxes, and is worth a good look if you’re in the market for a women’s ski pant.
2020-2021 Rossignol BLACKOPS Holyshred
This year Rossignol added another ski to their secretive and mysterious Black Ops lineup, and you can now check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Black Ops 98.
2019-2020 Armada Invictus 99 Ti
5 reviewers, 1 ski. We’ve now had a handful of reviewers on Armada’s metal-laminate Invictus 99 Ti, and you can check out our full review for each of their takes.
Win Bindings & Skins from G3
Win a G3 Ion 12 touring binding and any skin you want from G3's Alpinist+ collection!
2019-2020 DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 C2
The DPS Alchemist Uschi 94 won a "Best Of" award in our Winter Buyer's Guide this year, and now you can read our full review to see why we're such big fans of this lightweight women's all-mountain ski.
Kristen Ulmer on the Art of Fear (Ep.80)
Kristen Ulmer was once the best female big mountain skier in the world, and many regarded her as fearless. But she wasn’t fearless, and her ways of coping with fear took a heavy toll on her. Kristen has since become a specialist of this deeply misunderstood emotion, so we discuss how we can all develop a healthier relationship with fear in any and every area of our lives.
19/20 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Armada's metal-laminate freestyle ski, the ARV 106Ti.
Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants
The Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pant is what happens when you combine a stretchy vest with a waterproof ski pant. So how does that impact the usual pros and cons of hardshell bibs? Check out our full review.
2019-2020 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130
Atomic is making some key updates to their Hawx Ultra XTD line of AT boots for 19/20. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions.
Moment Skis 19/20 Lineup (Ep.38)
We talk to Moment Skis CEO, Luke Jacobson, about next year’s lineup of skis; space movies; Ryan Gosling; Tyler Curle’s ski preferences; the “Google Bump”; and … more Ryan Gosling.
Erik Murdock and Tommy Caldwell on the Natural Resources Management Act (Ep.22)
Tommy Caldwell joins Access Fund Policy Director, Erik Murdock, to discuss a huge public lands act that’s about to be voted on in the House of Representatives. It’s called the Natural Resource Management Act, and today we dive into what it is and why it’s so important.
Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019
That perfect hoodie — the one you never want to take off, whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out with friends. We’ve rounded up a bunch of our favorites — from high-end Cashmere options to minimal cotton ones, and even a couple insulated hoodies that could replace your technical mid layers.
Introducing: Off The Couch
We are very excited to announce "Off The Couch" — a new podcast that will be taking a closer look at the wide, weird, and wonderful world of running.
Win DPS’s Phantom Permanent Base Glide Treatment
4 people are each going to get a pack of DPS's Phantom 2.0 permanent base glide treatment — enter now for your chance to win!
2020-2021 Nordica Strider 120 DYN
We’ve now spent over 120 days in Nordica’s 50/50 boot, the Strider 120, and we think it’s a very good option for those looking for a legit 120-flex boot that they’ll use inside and outside of the resort.