Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the 4FRNT MSP 107 for Blister

2021-2022 4FRNT MSP 107

4FRNT says the MSP 107 “is intuitive from the first turn instilling a higher level of confidence everywhere on the mountain.” Check out our full review to see how we’d characterize the ski.
Sam Shaheen, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth review the 4FRNT MSP 107 for Blister

Deep Dive: 4FRNT MSP 107

We compare the MSP 107 to the Nordica Enforcer 110, J Skis Metal, Blizzard Cochise, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, ON3P Wrenegade 108, Prior Husume, Moment Commander 108, Folsom Hammer, Black Crows Corvus, and Faction Dictator 3.0.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Chapter 1.0 for Blister

2019-2020 Faction Chapter 1.0

Faction is bringing back the Chapter name to their lineup for 19/20, but these new Chapter skis are nothing like the previous skis that shared their name. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the Chapter 1.0.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket for Blister

Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket

Patagonia’s new Ascensionist Jacket takes Gore’s excellent Active membrane & C-Knit backer and packages it into a breathable, versatile, lightweight, and sustainable jacket. Check out our full review.
Luke Koppa reviews the Dalbello Lupo Pro HD for Blister

19/20 Dalbello Lupo Pro HD

Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Dalbello's new 50/50 crossover ski boot.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

19/20 Liberty evolv 90

Check out our initial on-snow impressions of Liberty's brand-new narrower all-mountain ski.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty evolv 90 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty evolv 90

For 19/20, Liberty is launching a brand-new line of skis that’s reportedly a blend of their V and Origin skis. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new evolv 90.
Sam Shaheen and Luke Koppa review the Zipline XT Goggle for Blister

Zipline XT Goggle

The Zipline XT features an absurdly quick and easy magnetic lens-swap system typically only seen on goggles twice as expensive. So, what’s the catch? Is there one? Check out our full review
Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

19/20 Salomon S/Pro 130

Here are our initial on-snow impressions of Salomon's new lightweight alpine boot.

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Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon S/Pro 130 for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon S/Pro 130

The Salomon X Pro line is reportedly the best-selling line of ski boots in the world. For 19/20, they're replacing the X Pro with the brand-new S/Pro series. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the S/Pro 130.
Luke Koppa reviews the Armada ARV 96 Ti for Blister

Deep Dive: Armada ARV 96 Ti

We compare the ARV 96 Ti to the Rossignol Black Ops 98, Dynastar Menace 98, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Fischer Ranger 94 FR, Liberty Helix 98, Liberty Origin 96, J Skis Masterblaster, Moment Commander 98, Renoun Endurance 98, Nordica Enforcer 100, 4FRNT MSP 99, ON3P Wrenegade 96, and Blizzard Rustler 9.

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Luke Koppa and Sam Shaheen talk to Patagonia's Senior Materials Developer, Pasha Whitmire, about Patagonia's technical fabric development on Blister's GEAR:30 Podcast

Patagonia’s Technical Fabric Development & Design (Ep.47)

This week we talk to Patagonia’s senior material developer, Pasha Whitmire, about how Patagonia designs, develops, and tests their technical fabrics; myths surrounding waterproof / breathable materials; why the future of fabric development lies in sustainability; the advantages and disadvantages of working with big names like Gore-Tex; and a whole lot more outerwear geekery.
Luke Koppa reviews the Prior Northwest 100 for Blister

2021-2022 Prior Northwest 100

The brand-new Prior Northwest 100 slots into a diverse class of playful all-mountain skis. So how does its design compare to the competition? Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions.
Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Alchemist Wailer 110 C2 for Blister

2020-2021 DPS Alchemist Wailer A110 C2

DPS’s Wailer 112 has become very popular with many skiers, but it’s also been a bit polarizing. For 19/20, they’re adding a different version that could be appealing to those who weren’t previously interested in the Wailer 112. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, and initial impressions of the new Wailer A110.
Luke Koppa reviews the DPS Alchemist Wailer 110 C2 for Blister

19/20 DPS Alchemist Wailer 110 C2

Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the brand-new Wailer A110.

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Blister reviews the Line Sakana

2021-2022 Line Sakana

Spring skiing is here, so we figured it'd be a good time to look back on one of the most fun skis we've been on for spring conditions — the Line Sakana. Plus, we've added some updates about how it performs as a 50/50 ski.