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On our Blister Podcast, we talk to Jess Baker and Rachael Burks about sailing, skiing, and what happens when you combine a renewable energy sailboat with an arctic ski expedition in Greenland for the first time ever, which they documented in the film, Going Greenland.

Tales of Sailing, Skiing, & “Going Greenland” with Jess Baker & Rachael Burks (Ep.244)

January 16, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Jess Baker and Rachael Burks about sailing, skiing, and what happens when you combine a renewable energy sailboat with an arctic ski expedition in Greenland for the first time ever.

2019-2020 Blizzard Bonafide

October 23, 2020May 7, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’ve been spending a lot of time skiing the current Bonafide, and it’s time now for our full review of this all-mountain ski that comes back unchanged for the 18/19 season.

Paul Forward reviews the Salomon MTN Explore 95 for Blister Gear Review.

2019-2020 Salomon MTN Explore 95

November 17, 2021May 3, 2018 by Paul Forward

The Salomon MTN Explore 95 is a touring ski that puts a premium on power and performance rather than shaving every last possible gram.

Sam Shaheen reviews the Blizzard Spur for Blister

2019-2020 Blizzard Spur

February 3, 2020February 18, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

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.

Cy Whitling and Luke Koppa review the Atomic Backland FR 109 for Blister

2017-2018 Atomic Backland FR 109

September 27, 2021February 8, 2018 by Cy Whitling

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.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Folsom Primary for Blister ReviewJonathan Ellsworth reviews the Folsom Primary for Blister Review

2017-2018 Folsom Skis Primary

June 8, 2018October 31, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

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...

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Faction Dictator 3.0 for Blister Review

2018-2019 Faction Dictator 3.0

November 27, 2018September 25, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

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.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Head Monster 88 for Blister Gear Review

2017-2018 Head Monster 88

August 29, 2018August 7, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here's our full review of the new Head Monster 88.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Head Kore 93 for Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 HEAD Kore 93

November 27, 2018July 25, 2017 by Brian Lindahl

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.

Cy Whitling reviews the Black Crows Anima for Blister Review

2018-2019 Black Crows Anima

November 28, 2018June 14, 2017 by Cy Whitling

Update: reviewer Paul Forward now weighs in on the Anima, and offers more comparisons.

2021-2022 Armada ARV 116 JJ

December 10, 2021May 31, 2017 by Cy Whitling

We've been spending time on Armada's latest powder ski, the all-new ARV 116 JJ.

Paul Forward reviews the HEAD Kore 117 for Blister Gear Review.

2nd Look: HEAD Kore 117

May 11, 2017May 11, 2017 by Paul Forward

Here's our 2nd Look at the HEAD Kore 117, with time on the ski now in Alaska and Mt Bachelor.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Blizzard Cochise for Blister Gear Review.

3rd Look: 2017-2018 Blizzard Cochise

January 14, 2019May 10, 2017 by Brian Lindahl

The Cochise has been one of the most important all-mountain skis on the market for years, and it comes back unchanged for 17/18. So it was time to take a fresh look at the ski, offer new comparisons, and see how the Cochise measures up today.

Alex Mueller reviews the Black Crows Corvus and Atris for Blister Gear Review.

Black Crows Corvus vs. Black Crows Atris

May 1, 2017May 1, 2017 by Alex Mueller

Black Crows Corvus vs. Black Crows Atris — what are the differences between these all-mountain skis, and which is the better option for you? Check out our review.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the HEAD Kore 105 for Blister Review

2017-2018 HEAD Kore 105

August 27, 2018April 4, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The HEAD Kore 105 is the lightest inbounds ski in this category that we've ever tested. Check out our initial review.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Fischer Ranger 108 Ti for Blister Gear Review.

2018-2019 Fischer Ranger 108 Ti

November 27, 2018March 29, 2017 by Brian Lindahl

The Fischer Ranger 108 Ti combines good float with very energetic carving abilities.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Head Kore 117 for Blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 HEAD Kore 117

December 16, 2020March 28, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re getting time now on HEAD’s entire new KORE series, and here is our review of the fattest ski in the lineup: the KORE 117.

Paul Forward reviews the Volkl 100Eight for Blister Gear Review|

2018-2019 Volkl 100Eight

September 27, 2021March 7, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Volkl 100Eight is a lightweight ski that feels surprisingly at home in most snow conditions.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Black Crows Atris for Blister Gear Review.

2016-2017 Black Crows Atris

April 26, 2017February 7, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We've just concluded a rather extensive review period on the Black Crows Atris, and we've been A/B-ing it against a pretty big group of all-mountain skis. Check out our full review.

Paul Forward reviews the Salomon QST 106 for Blister Gear Review.

2017-2018 Salomon QST 106

April 9, 2018January 30, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Salomon QST 106 is a very versatile 50/50 resort/touring ski and may be one of the best skis at this width we've used in powder.

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