2019-2020 Salomon MTN Explore 95
The Salomon MTN Explore 95 is a touring ski that puts a premium on power and performance rather than shaving every last possible gram.
BLISTER Gear Review
Mountain Bike Tires 101
While it might seem like they're pretty much all the same, the fact is that the right tire can make or break a bike. So what do you need to know about tires, and how do you figure out which ones will likely work best for you given how and where you ride? We've got some answers, recommendations, and a whole lot of information.
2019-2020 Majesty Skis Werewolf CLT
Coming in at just over 1350 grams in its longest length, the Majesty Werewolf CLT is a very light, very interesting, option for ski mountaineering. Check out our review.
2019-2020 Blizzard Spur
After spending a lot of time on the new Blizzard Spur in it’s ideal environment — deep, Japanese powder — we have an update on its performance.
2017-2018 Atomic Backland FR 109
We’ve now had two reviewers on the Atomic Backland FR 109 in two different lengths — and they’ve both toured on it and skied it inbounds. Check out our review to see how this playful “50/50” ski has performed.
Win The Ultimate Backcountry Adventure
This week, we’re teaming up with one of our recommended shops to give away an all-expenses-paid ski trip to Alpenglow’s Mountain Festival in Lake Tahoe. Enter Now for your chance to win.
2018-2019 G3 FINDr 102
We've now had more time and more reviewers on the FINDr 102 (and had it in more terrain), so here is our updated review of this lightweight touring ski from G3.
Paul Forward
Age: 40 | Vitals: 6’0″, 190 lbs. | Years Skiing: 36 | Current Residence: Girdwood, Alaska
Background
I grew up in Eagle River, Alaska and my pare…
2018-2019 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 120
With fifteen more days in the Hawx Ultra XTD 120, here is our update, with liner comparisons and comparisons to the Hawx Ultra 130.
3-Ski Quiver: Reviewers’ Choices (17/18)
It was time to update our ski-quiver selections, so we’ve asked some of our reviewers to talk about how they think about assembling a quiver and provide their personal choices, starting with their 3-ski quivers.
2017-2018 Folsom Skis Primary
The Folsom Primary has proven to be a super-versatile ski, but we're not done with the Primary just yet. Check out the full review and story - plus learn about a new deal for Blister members...
2018-2019 Faction Dictator 3.0
Faction claims their "Dictator" series is designed for hard-charging "lunatics" and "maniacs." Here's our full review of the (pretty unusual) 105mm-wide Dictator 3.0.
2020-2021 Parlor Skis Mountain Jay
The Parlor Skis Mountain Jay has a unique shape and rocker profile that immediately got our attention, and you can now read our full review.
Salomon Bonatti Pro WP Jacket
We were impressed by Salomon’s Bonatti jacket last year, and there are some key improvements to the new Bonatti Pro WP that make it even better.
Mammut Zephir Altitude Harness
The Mammut Zephir Altitude Harness is a very light and packable harness that's great on glaciers or easy alpine climbs.
2018-2019 HEAD Kore 93
The HEAD Kore 93 is the lightest inbounds ski we’ve ever seen, and it punches well above its weight class in terms of stability. Check out our full review.
2019-2020 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp Boot
The new Salomon S/Lab X-Alp builds on the success of the Arc’teryx Procline with a more ski-focused design.
Rockshox Reverb 1x Remote
The Rockshox Reverb is one of the most ubiquitous dropper posts on the market, but it’s always had one major shortcoming: the remote. The new 1x Remote sets out to fix that.
2017 Yeti SB5
If you’re looking for a mellow cruiser, the Yeti SB5 wouldn’t be our first recommendation. But if you want a versatile bike that can be rallied hard, it should be on your short list.