Blister Speaker Series 1.2: Eric Larsen, polar adventurer, expedition guide, & educator on the Blister Podcast

Blister Speaker Series 1.2: Eric Larsen – Polar Adventurer, Expedition Guide, & Educator (Ep.81)

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.
Blister's Ski Pole Roundup — 2019

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.
Luke Koppa reviews the Line Vision 108 for Blister

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.

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Kristin Sinnott reviews the Flylow Donna Pant 2.1 for Blister

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.
Kristen Ulmer discusses fear and how to cope with it on the Blister podcast

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.
Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 106Ti LTD for Blister

19/20 Armada ARV 106Ti LTD2

Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Armada's metal-laminate freestyle ski, the ARV 106Ti.

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Noah Bodman reviews the Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants for Blister

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.
Luke Koppa reviews the Romp Skis 100 for Blister.

18/19 Romp Skis 100

Here are our initial on-snow impressions of the custom Romp Skis 100.

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Blister's Winter 2019 Hoodie Roundup

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.