Niseko, Japan Ski Review Trip: Our Selections
Here's the complete list of the fourteen skis in BLISTER's Japan review trip lineup.
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Patagonia Nano Storm Jacket
On paper, the Patagonia Nano Storm Jacket doesn't necessarily make a ton of sense, yet several of us at BLISTER love this multipurpose jacket. Jonathan Ellsworth explains.
The Praxis WooTest
The backcountry-ready Praxis WooTest is about to become a reality. Find out how you, too, can get your very own WooTest (and what's up with this dog).
2013-2014 Blizzard Cochise, 185cm
The Blizzard Cochise is a very good, unusual ski that is difficult to describe. But it's been performing very well everywhere at Taos, and if you know Taos, you know that's saying a whole lot.
2nd Look: 2014-2015 Volkl Bridge, 179cm
John Gwynn weighs in on the Volkl Bridge, providing an older (wiser?) 2nd Look review, and finding a whole lot to like.
Protesting the Backcountry: Building a Better Backcountry Ski
There once was a guy who dreamed of a very specific backcountry ski. Problem was, nobody made it. But that's about to change. Kevin Bazar explains why he thinks the "WooTest" will rule, why sidecut is overrated, and why Praxis Skis is the perfect company to build his dream ski.
Telemark Skiing 101
Free your heel, and your mind will follow. At least, that's what they tell us. Assuming they're right, then BLISTER's Telemark 101 piece will help guide you down the path to enlightenment.
2011 Interbike Awards
Check out BLISTER's Interbike roundup, chock full of carbon fiber, ugly carpet, and some of the loveliest (and most powerful!) ladies of Las Vegas.
2013-2014 Armada AK JJ, 195cm
Armada didn't ditch the playful qualities of the JJ when they made the AK JJ, and you're certainly going to notice the family resemblance.
Update: 2011-2012 MOMENT Bibby Special, 196cm
The MOMENT Bibby Special may be new, but we're pretty inclined to stick with the original Bibby Pro.
First Impressions: 2011-2012 MOMENT Bibby Special, 196cm
MOMENT has created a spin-off of a popular original. Here are Will Brown's first impressions.
The 29er Debate
You see them all the time. They're everywhere. So what's the deal with 29ers, why are they all the rage, and are they just a passing fad? Here's a little background info to help you decide whether 26 > 29.
South American Ski Test: Our Selections
The roll out begins with a bang. Check out our first two selections.
2nd Look: 2012-2013 Black Diamond AMPerage, 185cm
The BD AMPerage gets even more love.
(Maybe except for that tail....)
2011-2012 Venture Zephyr, 155cm
Reviewer Justin Bobb wasn't entirely sold on the first Venture snowboard he rode years ago. Times have changed.
2010-2011 4FRNT Renegade, 186cm
If you haven't seen this gorgeous ski around, it's because only 262 of them were made - built by hand in Salt Lake City.
Preview: MFD ALLTIME AT Binding
Innovative? Yes. Interesting? For sure. So just how concerned should the competition be? Check out Will Brown's Preview of the MFD ALLTIME AT binding to find out.
Eric Melson
Age: 28 | Vitals: 5’10″, 165 lbs. | Years Riding: 14 | Current Residence: McCall, Idaho / Missoula, Montana
Background:
I was hatched in the ultra-conservati…