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Flash Review: Moment Meridian

June 6, 2018September 5, 2016 by Paul Forward

Review of the Moment Meridian, Blister Gear Review

Here are our initial impressions of the Meridian’s on-snow performance.

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La Sportiva Spectre

July 14, 2015May 11, 2015 by Paul Forward

Update: the La Sportiva Spectre has stood as one of the most adjustable and best values in AT boots—and it’s been updated to provide a better fit.

Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Shell

May 8, 2015 by Kate Hourihan

Black Diamond’s Dawn Patrol Shell is an impressively water-resistant and breathable soft shell that will make you second guess the need to always grab your hard shell.

Black Diamond Women’s Spark Mitt

May 1, 2015 by Morgan Sweeney

Morgan Sweeney reviews the Black Diamond Spark Mitt, Blister Gear Review

Black Diamond’s new Women’s Spark Mitt offers a good balance of warmth and dexterity.

Thule Sonic Alpine Cargo Box

April 25, 2015April 25, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

Thule’s Sonic Alpine Cargo Box looks great, doesn’t kill your gas mileage, and will keep your gear clean and dry.

2018-2019 Fischer My Ranger 98

November 27, 2018April 17, 2015 by Julia Van Raalte

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Fischer Ranger W 98, Blister Gear Review

Fischer has created a hybrid ski for use in the resort and out. Check out where we think the Ranger W 98 is most in its element.

2014-2015 Dodge Ski Boot

March 16, 2015 by Charlie Bradley

Charlie Bradley reviews the Dodge Ski Boot, Blister Gear Review

Dodge is making a carbon fiber ski boot that is quite stiff, customizable, and skis great on piste.

FWT Update From Austria

February 3, 2015 by Garrett Altmann

FWT Austria Trip Report, Blister Gear Review

Blister reviewer and FWT competitor Garrett Altmann provides a firsthand account of today’s avalanche and its aftermath in Kappl, Austria.

Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Touring Pants

December 15, 2014December 14, 2014 by Rachel Reich

The Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Touring pants are a versatile, comfortable softshell that work great for touring and other alpine objectives.

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide

December 15, 2014December 10, 2014 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here are some gift ideas for the active people (and dogs) in your life.

2014-2015 Lange RS 120 S.C.

October 4, 2014October 4, 2014 by Julia Van Raalte

Julia Van Raalte reviews the Lange RS 120 S.C., Blister Gear Review

The Lange RS 120 S.C. is a solid boot that can be driven hard in all conditions, but is also really comfortable.

2014-2015 Blizzard Bonafide

June 1, 2015December 30, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blizzard Bonafide review, Blister Gear Review

For those looking for a substantial, truly All-Mountain ski with a bit of a soft-snow bias, the Blizzard Bonafide warrants a look.

Pretty Faces Kickstarter Campaign

December 23, 2013December 22, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Most ski films don’t deserve to be called “Important.” But *Pretty Faces* isn’t most ski films, and it definitely deserves your support. Here’s why.

2020-2021 Fischer Nightstick

December 16, 2020December 22, 2013 by Scott Nelson

The Nightstick is a very stiff, competition-ready park ski that can withstand excessive abuse.

2013-2014 ON3P Wrenegade

December 18, 2013December 18, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

After 5 days on the ON3P Wrenegade, 3 words: Resort. Powder. Charger.

Blister’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide

December 10, 2014December 17, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’ve compiled a list of last-minute gift ideas for the active people in your life.

2nd Look: Blizzard Gunsmoke

December 4, 2016December 10, 2013 by Will Brown

The Gunsmoke is a very good pow ski that can double as a surfy, all-mountain tool, too.

Smith Vantage Helmet

December 9, 2013December 9, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Smith Optics deserves very high praise for the Vantage. We know of no helmet on the market that has a better set of features.

UPDATE: Swix Sonic R1 Adjustable Carbon Ski Poles

December 6, 2013 by Dana Allen

We found a signifiant flaw with the pre-production version of the Swix Sonic R1 Full Carbon Ski Pole, but it appears that Swix has fixed the issue.

2013-2014 Volkl Mantra

September 13, 2016December 4, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Salomon X Pro 120, Blister Gear Review

The Volkl Mantra is an iconic, all-mountain ski that everybody knows—or at least thinks they know. Here’s our take.

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