Paul Forward
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Heritage Lab HB 122.
23/24 Heritage Lab HB122
The HB122 is one of Heritage Lab's latest models, inspired by the iconic K2 HellBent — here are Paul Forward's initial thoughts on this big, fully rockered pow ski.
24/25 Fischer RC4 Pro MV DYN BOA Zipfit
Fischer is adding a new model to their high-end RC4 Pro line, and this one has tech inserts for touring — but no walk mode. Check out Paul Forward's initial impressions.
24/25 Dynafit Ridge Binding
Dynafit's new Ridge AT binding is not only impressive when it comes to ease of use, but also its performance. Check out our initial impressions.
2023-2024 Heritage Lab FR110
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Heritage Lab FR110.
23/24 Heritage Lab FR110
The FR110 is one of the latest additions to Heritage Lab's unique ski lineup — here are Paul Forward's initial on-snow impressions.
23/24 Folsom Giver
Paul Forward has been spending time on a custom version of Folsom's Giver shape that's designed for daily skiing at Alyeska — check out his initial impressions.
2023-2024 Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon
Despite it being Tecnica's first foray into the 1-kg class of touring boots, the Zero G Peak Carbon is an extremely impressive product. Check out our full review to learn more, including how it compares to several other boots in its class.
SKIING 101: Primer on Heli-Skiing
If you're considering a heli-skiing trip or are already fortunate enough to have one on the schedule, check out this 101 piece from Blister Reviewer & Lead Heli Guide, Paul Forward. ALSO: we've got 1 remaining spot open for a trip this April with Paul, Jonathan Ellsworth, and a bunch of other great Blister Members — first person to commit gets it!
2023-2024 Black Crows Nocta
Black Crows recently announced a major update to their widest ski, the Nocta, and reviewer Paul Forward has been spending a lot of time on it, both while heli-ski guiding and lapping the resort. Check out our Full Review to see how the latest Nocta performs in everything from deep pow to breakable crust.
2022-2023 WOVN Kingfisher 120
Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pics, and flex pattern numbers for the WOVN Kingfisher 120.
22/23 Faction La Machine Mega
Paul Forward has been spending time on Faction's new 109mm-wide touring ski, La Machine Mega — here are his initial impressions.
Climbing Skins: A Guide & Comparisons
Climbing skins often receive less attention than skis, boots, & bindings, but the skins you stick to your skis can make or break your days in the backcountry. So in this guide, we go through the qualities to look for in a pair of skins, then directly compare 13 different skins from 5 different brands.
On New Forms of Adventuring
In this edition of our Open Mic series, Paul Forward shares some thoughts on the rise of packrafting and exploring new forms of adventuring.
2021-2022 Norse Freeride
Norse is a relatively new company that launched with two skis, including the 110mm-wide Freeride, which is designed for soft snow — whether that's found in a resort or in the backcountry. Check out our full review.
22/23 Tecnica Zero G Peak Carbon
Reviewer Paul Forward has been spending time in Tecnica's new 1000-g touring boot — here are some of his initial thoughts.
2022-2023 Faction La Machine Max
Faction's 126mm-wide La Machine Max turned heads when it first came out, and our reviewer / heli-guide / pow-expert has become a very big fan of it after two seasons. Apparently, he's not the only one, since Faction is also creating a whole new collection of La Machine skis for 22/23. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons for more on the widest La Machine and the rest of the new series.
Deep Dive: Faction La Machine Max
We compare the Faction La Machine Max to several other wide powder skis, including the 4FRNT Renegade, Folsom Rapture, Moment Chipotle Banana, Moment Wildcat Tour, Head Kore 117, DPS Lotus 124, and Moonlight Cruiser.
2021-2022 Scarpa F1 LT
The Scarpa Alien RS was one of our reviewer's all-time favorite touring boots, but what about its replacement? The F1 LT is similarly impressive — check out our full review.
Deep Dive: Folsom Rapture
We compare the Rapture to the Volkl Shiro, DPS Alchemist Lotus 124, 4FRNT Renegade, Kye Shapes Numinous, Praxis Protest, Moment Chipotle Banana, DPS Foundation Koala 119, Volkl Revolt 121, Faction La Machine, Blizzard Spur, Blizzard Rustler 11, & Whitedot Ragnarok ASYM.