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Recent Ski Reviews

Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty Helix 98 for Blister

2021-2022 Liberty Helix 98

This year Liberty re-introduced the Helix name to their lineup with the new Helix 98, and you can now check out our full review of this versatile all-mountain ski.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Volant Spatula for Blister

Volant Spatula (2002-2003)

WARNING: Yesterday we let Shane talk about his creation, the Volant Spatula. Now it’s our turn. Prepare to go disturbingly in-depth about a ski made back in 2002.

Sam Shaheen and Jonathan Ellsworth review the K2 Super Charger for Blister

2019-2020 K2 Super Charger

The K2 Super Charger is an aptly named ski, so if you like to ski hard and fast on groomers, it’s certainly worth a look. Check out our full review for more.

Cy Whitling reviews the Big Sky Mountain Products Nylon Climbing Skins for Blister

Big Sky Mountain Products Nylon Climbing Skins

Big Sky Mountain Products probably isn’t the first name that you think of when it comes to climbing skins. But for getting the most performance for your money, they might just be the best skins we’ve used.

Luke Koppa reviews the Renoun Endurance 98 for Blister

2020-2021 Renoun Endurance 98

We’ve covered it on our podcasts, Buyer’s Guide, and in many places on our site. But now it’s finally time for the full review of the ski that deserves to be described as truly unique — the Renoun Endurance 98.

Luke Koppa reviews the 4FRNT MSP 99 for Blister

2021-2022 4FRNT MSP 99

The category of metal-laminate, all-mountain skis continues to diversify, so is 4FRNT’s MSP 99 some burly, demanding charger, or more of a forgiving ski? Check out our full review.

Luke Koppa reviews the Scarpa Maestrale XT for Blister

2021-2022 Scarpa Maestrale XT

For the 2019-2020 season, Scarpa is adding a new boot to their extremely popular Maestrale line. The new Maestrale XT is supposed to be the stiffest boot in the Maestrale lineup, and here you can check out our initial impressions.

Cy Whitling reviews the Atomic Bent Chetler 120 for Blister

2021-2022 Atomic Bent Chetler 120

We’ve now spent around 45 days on the Atomic Bent Chetler 120 — from deep pow to bad snow in technical terrain — and now have an update on its versatility, durability, and who we think will like it most.

Luke Koppa and Jonathan Ellsworth review the Moment Commander 98 for Blister

2018-2019 Moment Commander 98

We’ve now had several days and a few reviewers on Moment’s new metal-laminate Commander 98, and you can now check out our full review.

Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen review the Blizzard Rustler 9 for Blister

2021-2022 Blizzard Rustler 9

This year Blizzard added a narrower ski to their Freeride line, and you can now check out our full review of the Rustler 9.

BLISTER Ski Reviews

2020-2021 Moment Meridian 107

We’ve had more days and more reviewers on Moment’s reverse-camber all-mountain ski, the Meridian 107, and you can now check out our updated review.

Andrew Forward reviews the Black Diamond Expedition 3 Ski Pole for Blister

Black Diamond Expedition 3 Ski Poles

After using it for more than 50 days, Black Diamond’s Expedition 3 pole has proven to be a reliable piece of equipment that’s worth a look for splitboarders, skiers, or anyone who wants a packable and durable pole for year-round use.

Blister's Lightweight Touring Binding Shootout

Lightweight Touring Binding Shootout

We’ve now covered several of the most interesting lightweight touring bindings for 18/19 (including the new G3 ZED), and now we’re comparing them to show where, exactly, each binding stands out, which one might make the most sense for you, and how this lightweight category of bindings compares to heavier touring bindings like the Salomon / Atomic Shift, Marker Kingpin, and Fritschi Tecton.

Sam Shaheen reviews the G3 ZED 12 for Blister

2020-2021 G3 ZED 12

The new ZED 12 binding is very impressive on paper. But on snow, how does it compare to the other lightweight touring bindings on the market? Check out our review.

Paul Forward reviews the Scarpa Alien RS for Blister

2019-2020 Scarpa Alien RS

We gave Scarpa’s Alien RS a “Best Of” award in our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide, saying its performance almost created a new class of boot. Now you can check out our full review for more info on how it compares to several other lightweight touring boots.

Luke Koppa reviews the J Skis Masterblaster for Blister

2020-2021 J Skis Masterblaster

Having gotten more time and more reviewers on the J Skis Masterblaster, we’ve updated our review with comments about the ski’s stability, playfulness, and why it stands out in the all-mountain category.