BLISTER Ski Reviews

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Recent Ski Reviews

Dynafit Beast 16 AT Binding, Blister Gear Review

UPDATE: Dynafit Beast 16 AT Binding

The Dynafit Beast 16 has a massive amount of technology, a massive amount of R&D, and it comes with a massive price tag. It demanded a massive, honest review. This is a Must Read.

Scott Punisher, Blister Gear Review

2nd Look: 2016-2017 SCOTT Punisher

Here’s a 2nd Look on the very good Scott Punisher by BLISTER reader Johannes Simon, with comparisons between the 183 and 189 Punisher.

2013-2014 DPS Wailer 112RPC Pure3, Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 DPS Wailer 112RPC, Pure3

DPS’s new Pure3 construction is supposed to make their skis “more powerful, damper, and more refined.” We’ve A / B’d the current RPC with the new RPC to see for ourselves.

Kastle BMX108, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Kastle BMX108

The Kastle BMX108 is a big-mountain charger that crushes variable conditions and favors power over finesse.

Armada Norwalk, Blister Gear Review

2016-2017 Armada Norwalk

For those who like the sound of the Armada JJ’s light swing weight, easy turn initiation, and hook-free feel in fresh snow, but want a more directional ski with a beefier tail for more aggressive riding, meet the Norwalk.

ZipFit GARA Liner, Blister Gear Review

ZipFit GARA Liner

The ZipFit GARA liner offers a rare blend of durability, performance, and comfort, rather than forcing you to pick just one.

Black Diamond 192, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Black Diamond Zealot, 192cm

We’ve weighed in on the 182cm Black Diamond Zealot, time now for the 192. It’s a different, bigger beast that wants you to become one with the fall line.

RAMP Groundhog, Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 RAMP Groundhog

The RAMP Groundhog is a one-ski quiver that carves well in all conditions, but there are a few things freeheelers should note to really get this ski dialed.

Surface Live Free, Blister Gear Review

2013-2014 Surface Live Free

The Surface Live Free is a backcountry-oriented ski designed by a freeride- and park-oriented ski company. If you spend a good amount of time out of bounds, take a look.

Praxis MVP, Blister Gear Review

UPDATE: 2015-2016 Praxis MVP

The Praxis MVP has performed well in the air, on landings, and in pow, though for many skiers, a softer, more progressive flex pattern might complement better the shape of the ski.

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SCARPA Gea

The SCARPA Gea is an AT boot that is exceptionally good for touring, hiking, and scrambling. The more you care about going up, the more you ought to take a look.

Atomic Punx, Blister Gear Review

2012-2013 Atomic Punx

The Atomic Punx is a versatile, competition-ready park ski. Lots of stability, lots of pop, lots to like.

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2015-2016 SCOTT Jib

Tom Wallisch’s signature ski, the SCOTT Jib TW, is a fun, soft ski that is particularly good for hitting rails.

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2012-2013 DPS Nina 99

The DPS Nina 99 was built for versatility, and the result is a fun, maneuverable, and lightweight ski.