Cy Whitling reviews the ON3P Kartel 116 for Blister Gear Review.

Deep Dive: Playful Pow Skis

We compare the J Skis Friend, Line Mordecai, Black Crows Anima, Armada ARV 116 JJ, ON3P Kartel 116, Blister Pro, Atomic Bent Chetler, K2 Catamaran, and more...

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La Sportiva Otaki

The Otaki is an all-around climbing shoe that La Sportiva says is closely related to the Katana Lace. So how similar or different are these two shoes, and where does the Otaki really shine?