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Recent Ski Reviews
H2O Gear Kodiak, 184cm
Set up for tele, the H2O Gear Kodiak has an adaptive-feeling flex that, depending on conditions, can help or hinder performance, and was unlike anything reviewer Robin Abeles had experienced before.
2013-2014 Kastle FX104
The Kastle FX104 is a great everyday ski for strong skiers who like a medium-stiff, damp ski that can handle all conditions.
1-Ski Quiver: Reviewers’ Choices (13/14)
One ski, for every day on the mountain, any and all conditions. This is the Holy Grail of the ski industry, and we’re going to let you know which skis in our view come closest to the ideal of the one-ski quiver.
DPS Wailer 99 PURE and HYBRID
We’ve already spilled quite a bit of ink on the DPS Wailer 99. But how well does it do telemark? Robin Abeles weighs in on the Wailer 99, in both its PURE and HYBRID constructions.
H2O Gear Kodiak, 174cm
The 2012-2013 H2O Kodiak dominates in powder, but it can still be a very good tool for strong skiers who are looking to play all over the mountain.
2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher
The 2012-2013 Coreupt Slasher is most at home in soft, forgiving snow, but is good in the air and provides a stable platform for landings. Plus, you’ll likely be able to find these skis for a good price, so the question is, Should you pull the trigger?
2nd Look: 2013-2014 Volkl Shiro
The Volkl Shiro is a fully rockered, fat powder ski that still handles incredibly well on groomers.
2015-2016 Nordica Helldorado
The Nordica Helldorado—like the Nordica Patron—is an excellent ski in consistent conditions. Issues arose for us, however, the more variable things got. Find out if these skis sound like a good fit for you.
2013-2014 Armada VJJ
After a full season on the Armada VJJ, BLISTER reviewer Lexi Dowdall has found her new favorite, all-mountain ski.
Praxis WooTest
After working with Praxis to design the WooTest, Kevin Bazar reports that he now has the best backcountry ski he’s ever owned, and that the WooTest could benefit from a few tweaks to improve overall performance.
Update: 2014-2015 4FRNT Hoji
After testing the 4FRNT Hoji in Niseko’s deep pow, Jason Hutchins gives an update from Alta on the Hoji’s performance in varied conditions and terrain.
2nd Look: MOMENT Bella
The MOMENT Bella is a relatively stiff yet extremely playful women’s-specific all-mountain ski that performs well in pow, rips on hard pack, and inspires confidence in bumps and trees.
Intuition Dreamliner Boot Liner
While reviewing the Intuition Dreamliner, John Gwynn makes a few vital mistakes and learns some important lessons about boot fitting. Considering your first after-market, custom boot liner? Read, learn, don’t repeat.
2013-2014 MOMENT Belafonte, 187cm
For those of you who worried that a 182cm Belafonte sounded too short, but a 192cm Belafonte sounded like too much, well, we’ve got some very good news for you.
2011-2012 Dynafit Gaia
With a good balance of weight and stability, the 2011-2012 Dynafit Gaia AT boot makes touring a breeze without sacrificing downhill performance.
2013-2014 Surface One Time
The 2012-2013 Surface One Time is stiff when you need it to be, quick and nimble when you don’t, and it reminded Kate Hourihan not to jump to conclusions.