2012-2013 Voile Light Rail Splitboard Binding
If the words "avalanche ripcord" don't get your attention with the Voile Light Rail splitboard binding, then "low cost," "high quality," and "bombproof" should.
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Liquidlogic Stomper 80
The Liquidlogic Stomper 80 strikes a great balance of volume and maneuverability, but above all is fun. Creekers, take note.
UPDATE: MTN Approach System
In place of a splitboard, the MTN Approach System uses collapsible skis for the ascent. After more winter testing, here's an update from reviewer Jed Doane.
Evolv Astroman
Not every shoe should try to do every thing. The Evolv Astroman is a high-top-style designed with long trad routes in mind, a goal it certainly achieves.
2015-2016 Salomon Q-105
The Salomon Quest 105 is a very good Do-Everything ski with that distinctive Salomon "feel." We'll explain. And geek out about mount points. And make comparisons to the Rocker2 108...
CAST SI&I Alpine Touring System
The SI&I Touring System from CAST looks to answer one question: Why choose between the performance of a tech binding and an alpine binding when you can have both?
Trip Report: Alta, Late April
While some of you were breaking out your bikes and running shoes, some of us were out skiing pow. Alta's open for one final 3-day weekend, and the conditions are fantastic. Get up here.
2012-2013 StepChild FTW
StepChild Snowboards says that they have "More Heart Than Brains," but their FTW is evidence that they have a good bit of both. It's a playful board that holds up well all over the mountain.
2014-2015 Atomic Elysian
At 95mm underfoot, the Atomic Elysian is a predictable and versatile ski that shines on groomers, moguls, and trees.
Jackson Kayak Rock Star
The Jackson Kayak Rock Star absolutely shines as a dedicated park-and-play boat, but expect a learning curve if you're going to be running rivers in it, too.
Far From Home Trailer
In addition to writing snowboard reviews for BLISTER, contributing editor Zeppelin Zeerip is helping to make a documentary about a very impressive snowboarder, and an even more impressive person.
2015-2016 Salomon Q-96 Lumen
We recently reviewed the new 178cm Salomon Stella (104mm underfoot), now for the similar but narrower Lumen (96mm underfoot). So what do you give up and what do you gain by going skinnier?
Liquidlogic Stomper 90
The newest addition to Liquidlogic's creeking lineup, the Stomper 90 should be on the short list of any dedicated or aspiring creeker.
Dagger Nomad 8.5
We dive into paddle sports today with a review of a classic: the Dagger Nomad 8.5—still one of the top designs out there for both river running and creeking.
Dakine Commander Glove
The Dakine Commander glove is warm, breathable, padded, and offers great dexterity. Really, it just does everything well.
2013-2014 Never Summer SL Split
The Never Summer SL Split proves that a splitboard doesn't have to sacrifice stability, stiffness, or fun.
Bern Baker EPS Helmet
The Bern Baker EPS helmet has a good fit, clean look, and great durability. Which only leaves one question: to vent, or not to vent?
2012-2013 Rossignol One Magtek
The Rossignol One Magtek is a fast, playful, and light one-board quiver, but getting the most out of it requires a certain riding style.
Q&A with Dave Turner, Turner Bikes, Part 2
In part two of our video series, BLISTER reviewer Kevin Bazar talks with Dave Turner of Turner Bikes about the history of Horst link suspension and whether mountain biking is pricing itself into a cost-prohibitive sport.
Q&A with Dave Turner, Turner Bikes
In the first of this two-part video series, BLISTER reviewer Kevin Bazar sits down with Dave Turner of Turner Bikes to discuss 650b, DH-specific bikes, and events like the Downieville Classic.