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Patagonia SnowDrifter Jacket

August 12, 2019May 29, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

If you split your time between the resort and the backcountry — or just want an incredibly comfortable ski / snowboard shell — the brand-new Patagonia SnowDrifter Jacket should be on your list. Check out our full review.

Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket

May 22, 2019May 21, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Patagonia’s new Ascensionist Jacket takes Gore’s excellent Active membrane & C-Knit backer and packages it into a breathable, versatile, lightweight, and sustainable jacket. Check out our full review.

Andrew Forward reviews the Tobe Novo Jacket & Novo Bib for Blister

Tobe Novo Jacket and Bib

May 6, 2019 by Andrew Forward

Tobe's Novo Jacket & Bib bring the burly construction and durability of snowmobile outerwear to a skiing / snowboarding silhouette, but do these crossover pieces have any downsides? Check out our full review.

Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs

June 14, 2019April 17, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

The brand-new Patagonia SnowDrifter Bibs replace their well-loved Descensionsist Pants. So how do the SnowDrifter Bibs compare to their predecessor and the rest of the ski / snowboard pants on the market?

Patagonia R1 TechFace Pullover

June 14, 2019April 6, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Last year Patagonia released what quickly became one of our favorite layers for high-output activities in the mountains — the R1 TechFace Hoody. This year, they released a more minimal Pullover version, and for some people, it could be even better than the original. Check out our review.

Holden M-51 Fishtail 3 Layer Jacket

June 14, 2019April 3, 2019 by Luke Koppa

Look good, ski good. The Holden M-51 Fishtail Jacket definitely brings a lot of style to the table, and it doesn’t skimp out on technical features, either. Check out our review.

Amundsen Peak Anorak

June 14, 2019March 30, 2019 by Luke Koppa

Anoraks and technical fabrics don’t often get packaged together. But Norwegian brand, Amundsen, combined the two in their Peak Anorak, and the resulting jacket certainly stands out compared to the rest of the ski jackets on the market.

Flylow Vixen Coat 2.1

March 23, 2019 by Kristin Sinnott

Just a few years ago, almost all hardshell jackets were stiff, crinkly, and uncomfortable. But now many companies make waterproof hardshells that feel more like softshells. The Flylow Vixen Coat 2.1 falls into that category, and it's an excellent all-round women's ski shell.

The North Face Ceptor Jacket

March 13, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

The North Face Ceptor Jacket brings a lot of what you'd expect from a technical 3L shell (great weather resistance, plenty of features, and decent breathability) but does so without an exuberant price tag. Check out our full review.

Mammut Alvier Armor Hardshell Jacket

March 11, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Jackets with reinforced fabrics used to bulky and often uncomfortable. But a few companies have come up with new ways to seamlessly reinforce their garments, and the Mammut Alvier Armor Jacket takes this technology and packages it into a versatile ski shell. Check out our full review.

Flylow Donna Pant 2.1

March 4, 2019 by Kristin Sinnott

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.

Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants

February 27, 2019 by Noah Bodman

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.

Black Diamond Helio Active Shell

June 14, 2019February 21, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

The Black Diamond Helio Active Shell is an extremely impressive Gore-Tex jacket, and is worth a good look if you're a backcountry skier or snowboarder who appreciates weather resistance, breathability, and low weight. Check out our full review.

Flylow Baker Bib

June 14, 2019February 19, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

The Flylow Baker Bib has garnered a cult following among skiers and snowboarders who are really hard on their gear. Check out our full review.

Arc’teryx Sabre LT Jacket

February 16, 2019 by Luke Koppa

This year Arc'teryx released the Sabre LT Jacket — a lighter and more comfortable version of their classic Sabre Jacket. So how does the "LT" version compare to the original and other options on the market? Check out our full review.

Blister's 9th annual Outdoor Retailer Snow Show awards

9th Annual Blister Awards — Outdoor Retailer Snow Show

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Check out Part 3 of our Outdoor Retailer awards, including classics like Good or Bad Industry Trends; Best Graphics; Gear We Were Most Tempted to Steal; and the “WTF is that?” award.

Sam Shaheen reviews the Rab Sharp Edge Jacket & Pants for Blister

Rab Sharp Edge Jacket and Pants

January 29, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

There aren't many kits out there designed specifically for ski mountaineering, but Rab's Sharp Edge Jacket and Pants are. So how do they perform in big terrain, and should you still be considering them even if you're not walking around in crampons and hacking your way up steep ice? Check out our full review.