New Gear from Blister Summit 2023

New Gear from Blister Summit 2023

Author: BLISTER February 24, 2023 Duration: 1:08:35

Luke Koppa is joined by Justin Bobb, Kara Williard, Dylan Wood, and Kristin Sinnott to discuss some of the standout gear they were able to test at last week’s Blister Summit, from skis to snowboards, ski boots, bindings, and even snow blades. Then about halfway through, Jonathan Ellsworth jumps in and adds his thoughts on a couple of the skis he got on, too.

TOPICS & TIMES 

  • Fischer RC4 BOA Boots (3:06)
  • Moment Countach 110 (6:53)
  • Kristin’s Ski Picks (9:09)
  • Jbobb on Snowboards (10:49)
  • Icelantic Shaman (13:17)
  • Renoun Citadel 106 (17:44)
  • Volkl Revolt 114 (19:45)
  • Majesty Havoc Ti (23:18)
  • Nidecker Supermatic Bindings (26:02)
  • ZipFit Liners (30:46)
  • K2 Mindebender 108 Ti & Nordica Unleashed 108 W (37:37)
  • Deviation Works (39:06)
  • Jonathan Jumps In (41:56)
  • Snow Blades, Tele Skis, Mono Skis, & Compeed (54:36)
  • What We're Celebrating (1:02:06)
  • Crashes and Close Calls (1:06:12)

RELATED LINKS:

OUR OTHER PODCASTS:



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


For anyone who has ever stood in a shop debating the merits of a new jacket or stared at a trail map while thinking about their skis, GEAR:30 is that conversation. This BLISTER podcast goes far beyond basic specs and marketing claims, offering a nuanced, often technical look at the equipment that defines our time outside. The discussion is driven by the people who live with these products: our own reviewers who are putting gear through its paces in real conditions, the designers who obsess over materials and intent, and the athletes whose livelihoods depend on performance. We also check in with the seasoned folks from our network of recommended shops, who see what works and what doesn’t after a season of hard use. Episodes dig into specific items, broader trends in innovation, and the sometimes-surprising realities of long-term testing. It’s a deep, authentic resource for anyone who appreciates the intersection of sports, design, and technology, and who believes the right tool can transform an experience. Tune in for honest, detailed talk that treats outdoor gear with the seriousness and curiosity it deserves.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 391

GEAR:30
Podcast Episodes
Gearing Up for the Famous Chamonix-to-Zermatt Haute Route [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:00
Jonathan talks to BLISTER members, Bobak Farzin and Lukas Friedli, who recently teamed up to take on the famous Haute Route. We talk about their trip; the gear they used; what gear worked well; what worked less well; and…
See Better, Ski Better: the State of Goggle Lens Tech [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:43
If you think all goggles are the same, well, think again. At our Blister Summit 2025, Jonathan Ellsworth spoke with Steven Kennedy (Giro), Ted Ligety (Shred Optics), Stefan Stahl (Glade Optics), and Gabriel Lobbi (Provuu…