Podcasts about skis

Cody is back for some straight-up gear talk, and to share where his gear preferences & practices have shifted, and where they've remained the same. Also, if you would like to nominate any particular skiers or snowboarders for future episodes of The Pro's Gear, email us at the address below and let us know.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Note on Buyer's Guide / Last Week's Episode (1:16)Shoutout: BLISTER+ Members (2:23)What gear category has been most on your mind? (4:13)What piece of gear did you tinker with the most? (19:46)Gear You're Pickiest About? (26:43)Skis (29:36)Ski Bindings (39:40)Ski Boots (42:40)Liners (47:46)Packs (52:08)Eyewear: Goggles vs Sunglasses? (56:38)Wearable Tech (1:03:11)Apps - what did you use the most this past winter (1:10:56)Current Running Shoes (1:16:30)Coffee / Coffee Gear Updates (1:21:29)Please Rate GEAR:30 & Share w/ Your Crew (1:24:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's no shortage of skis on the market these days, yet we're still seeing new brands pop up. So what does it take to start your own ski company, and why do it in the first place?In this episode, Luke Koppa gets the story behind one of the newest brands out there, Ellis Skis, from their founder and engineer, Kevin Schaefer. We discuss why he started Ellis; how he went about prototyping the skis he thought could fill gaps in the market; what he has planned for the future; some misconceptions about ski design, and more.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsEllis SkisCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:From Longboards to Skis (6:27)Why Create Your Own Ski Company? (8:26)Origins of the “Ellis” Name (11:06)Prototyping Process (11:30)Feedback From Testers & Customers (12:30)Ellis Sabr 100 (26:27)Ellis Meraki 112 (34:10)Ellis Kanso 106 (40:52)What's Next? (48:46)Clearing Up Ski Design Misconceptions (54:04)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI is creating a dangerous new problem in the coaching industry: people who sound transformational… without actually being transformed.In this explosive episode, Kellan reveals how a hilarious AI hallucination involving “Bigfoot on water skis” exposed a much deeper truth about coaching, embodiment, discernment, and the future of human transformation. If your coaching depends on polished language instead of lived truth, AI is about to replace you.This episode is a wake-up call for every coach, consultant, creator, and leader using AI to sound smarter instead of becoming deeper.Key Takeaways:Why AI hallucinations mirror problems inside the coaching industryThe difference between sounding deep and being deeply groundedHow coaches borrow the appearance of insightWhy “beautifully worded confusion” destroys trustThe danger of using AI language without lived experienceDiscernment vs performanceWhy coaches must be actively engaged in their own growthThe rise of “fake depth” in modern transformation workHow embodiment creates real authorityWhy love, truth, and grounded presence cannot be automatedThe future of coaching in the rise of AIThe Triple Helix Coach: presence, pattern, and powerWhy AI is a powerful tool—but a terrible substitute for truthThe real reason some coaches will survive AI while others disappear

Ben Fresco has done every job in the ski industry's hardgoods side on his way to his current role as Global Head of Product at Elan Skis. From moving his life from the East Coast to Tahoe and back to the East Coast and now, on a plane traveling the world, Ben's been chasing the perfect turn. And starting out at the legendary Village Ski House, he did over a decade of, not so much ski bumming, learning. Starting in rentals and working his way to the sales floor, to store managing, and really, running the show. Then it was back East to a buyer's role before finding his forever home in Elan. It's a fun episode with one of my podcast's biggest supporters.  Colorado sales rep Clem Smith asks the Inappropriate Questions. Ben Fresco Show Notes: 4:00: Intro stories, NH, Attitash, College, Tahoe, and Baseball Golden Ticket 22:00: Elan Skis:  Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better. 23:00: More baseball, death, Village Ski Loft manager, perks of buying, moving back east, and Elan 39:00: Outdoor Research: The best is built and tested in the brital conditions of the PNW and beyond 40:00:  Building a following in the US, the factory,  and going global 49:00: Inappropriate Questions with Clem Smith

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The ongoing war in the Middle East has continued to impact fuel prices and supply, and a fire in one of Australia's two refineries added even more strain. But there was some good news with the PM confirming the fire wouldn't escalate the fuel security plan and that more diesel had been secured following overseas visits.

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Die Luzerner Skifirma Stöckli bilanziert die letzte Saison: CEO Marc Gläser erklärt im Interview, dass gute Resultate von Marco Odermatt nicht bedeuten, dass die Firma am nächsten Tag mehr Skis verkaufe. Aber Gläser ist zufrieden – auch mit dem Stöckli-Neuzugang, dem Zuger Skitalent Lenz Hächler. Weiter in der Sendung: · Im Kanton Schwyz will die SP von der Regierung wissen, wie die Notfallversorgung der Bevölkerung nach der Schliessung des 24h-Notfalldienstes im Spital Einsiedeln gewährleistet wird. · Ein junger Mann wurde am Pilatus von einer Lawine verschüttet, konnte aber gerettet werden. · Die Handballer des HC Kriens-Luzern gewannen den zweiten Playoff-Viertelfinal gegen den RTV Basel mit 41:29.

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We visit La Clusaz and find out about local freeride skier Candide Thovex's new range of skis. We also go to Verbier to learn what it was like to become the first woman to work on their ski patrol.We have snow reports from Flaine in France, Via Lattea in Italy and St Anton in Austria, news on the class action lawsuit going on in the States and there's a Team GB update as well. Host Iain Martin was joined by Victoria Jamieson, the first woman to join the Verbier ski patrol, and Tony McWilliam, the founder of Faction Skis and designer of Candide Thovex's new line of skis. ---------Tirol in Austria sponsors The Ski Podcast, which means this winter we're are finding out more about some of the great destinations in Tirol, and how you can connect with the Austrian way of life: ‘Lebensgefühl' – that you'll find there. --------- SHOW NOTESTony McWilliam is the founder of Faction Skis (2:00)Listen to Iain's interview with Tony about his story Simon Burgess reports from Flaine (5:00) James and Sinead from Sauze Online are in the Via Lattea (7:00) Andy Butterworth from Kaluma Travel is in St Anton (8:30) A class action lawsuit has been filed against Vail Resorts and Alterra (11:00) Read the excellent analysis by Stuart Winchester from the Storm Skiing Podcast (11:15) Kirsty Muir, Charlotte Bankes & Zoe Atkin won Crystal Globes in Ski Slopestyle, Snowboard Cross and Ski Halfpipe (12:00) Jim Duncombe lives in La Clusaz and was co-founder of The Ski Podcast (12:30) The new black run is named after home town hero Candide Thovex (16:20)Check out Candide on YouTube… (16:30) Candide has said that La Balme taught him everything and shaped his skiing (16:45) Philippine Bories works for the La Clusaz tourist office (18:00) Listen to Iain's previous interview with Tony (22:30) Tony first met Candide when he was 16 and signed him to Faction Skis later (23:30) Faction supplied him with 27 sets of skis for his epic ‘Ski The World'  video (25:00)Tony worked with Candide on his own range of skis (27:00) The design of the top sheets are very minimalist (29:00) Only 100 of the limited edition La Clusaz 101 were made (29:30) The construction of the skis (30:00) Tony now runs Forward Outdoor (32:30) Angelika Kaufmann spoke about her job blasting avalanches in Lech in Episode 270 (33:00) Victoria was the first woman to join the Verbier ski patrol in 2008 (34:00) The exams or qualifications required (37:00) Why blasting avalanches is so important (38:30)FeedbackYou can leave a comment on Spotify, Instagram or Facebook – our handle is @theskipodcast – or drop Iain an email to theskipodcast@gmail.com. You can also follow us on our WhatsApp channel.andrewdickson: "Great interview with Tim Wall (Episode 299). I love the Ski Lodge and all the bands that have played there over the years. We will be back for our 21st visit next year.” James Rice: "Just downloaded Episode 308 (about Chamonix). Really looking forward to it."Sean Burton: “I just wanted to reiterate how much I enjoy the podcast.I discovered it after my first ski trip in January 2024 and have been listening avidly ever since.”There are now 309 episodes of The Ski Podcast to catch up with. If you'd like to get some insight on a particular destination or the latest kit, just go to theskipodcast.com, have a search around the tags and categories and you're bound to find something you'll find something of interest.If you enjoy the podcast, you can always buy Iain a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/theskipodcast

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Do narrower skis actually make you carve better on piste? What about in moguls? And what sorts of skis are the best skiers actually using? For less-experienced folks, do certain skis make it easier to progress? Luke Koppa dives into these questions and more with the folks at Carv and Stomp It Tutorials. Carv's Jamie Salter brings a bunch of fascinating data to the conversation, and Stomp It Tutorials' Jens Nyström adds his perspective as an instructor who's been helping skiers of all backgrounds for years. Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Blister Recommended Shop: The Ledge BoardshopEp. 386: The Ledge Boardshop w/ SugeJoin Us @ Blister Summit 2026Carv Digital Ski CoachStomp It Tutorials & Stomp It CampsGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:The Ledge Boardshop (2:14)Blister Summit 2026 (3:10)Introducing Jamie & Jens (4:43)Scoring Differences w/ Different Skis (15:24)On-Piste Carving Data (17:21)Mogul-Skiing Data (26:42)Highest-Scoring Skis (36:03)“Training Skis” (and Boots) (44:35)Carv's Freestyle Experience w/ Jens (54:56)Carv at Blister Summit 2026 (1:06:00)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason “J” Levinthal started making skis in his parents' garage at the age of 24. After founding a company, seeing it acquired, and realizing he wasn't built to sit still, he launched J Skis, a direct-to-skier brand creating hand-crafted, limited-edition skis. With a background in brand marketing, J's goal is to turn heads on the mountain and beyond, from brand partnerships to collaborations with musicians. He's been through nearly every lesson that shapes a founder. Tune in, clip in, strap in. No matter how you ride, lock in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Audet and his two co-founders set out to build better skis. What they built instead may change entire industries. In this episode, Jonathan shares the story behind Ferreol Skis — a Quebec-based brand combining sustainability, in-house engineering, and a fierce love of skiing into one of Canada's fastest-growing ski companies. We also dig into Ferreol Technologies and the aluminum alloy they developed that the industry is calling the strongest in the world. From backyard experiments to Canadian military contracts to the French market, this is a masterclass in founder obsession and engineering-driven brand building.A few of the topics covered in this episode:From backyard experiments to the largest Canadian ski brandBuilding a sustainability-first ski company without sacrificing performanceThe world's strongest aluminum — developed for skis, destined for spaceGrowing internationally: How to use government resources to enter new marketsHiring intrapreneurs and the founder's guide to staying coachableLinksFerreol SkisWatch Jonathan & his co-founders' appearance on Dragon's DenFor more about the KORE Outdoors Podcast, visit https://koreoutdoors.org/podcast/The KORE Outdoors Podcast is supported by the Province of British Columbia.

In this episode that we're dedicating to JBobb, Luke Koppa and Jonathan Ellsworth talk frontside carvers; metal freestyle skis; and for the first time in Blister history, we're reviewing a competition mogul ski.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Palisades TahoeGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+Join Us! Blister Summit 2026BLISTER+ Members: Blister Summit DiscountEnter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Palisades Tahoe (1:35)Blister Summit (2:46)Shoutout: BLISTER+ Members (3:50)Atomic Carving Skis: (7:36)Redster Q9.8 (9:07)Redster X9S (12:37)Redster S9 & G9 (14:42)Faction Le Mogul Pro (21:42)Fischer Carving Skis: (28:23)The Curv Noize GT 85 (29:05)The Curv Noize GTX (31:30)RC4 Noize (33:14)Armada ARV 106 Ti (36:05)Faction Prodigy 3 (39:17)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you strap skis to a loaded bike and set off to cycle 1,700 kilometres around Iceland in winter? Skier and filmmaker Cody Cirillo did exactly that on a trip he took with his good friend. What's more he also documented the whole experience in his film A Hundred Words for Wind.Cody is a professional skier who's chased remote lines in Mongolia, Morocco, and Iceland. In recent years he's started cycling to his ski terrain instead of driving, something we have called ski bikepacking. Using human powered forms of travel has now completely changed how he experiences the places he travels through.In this episode we cover:- How ski bikepacking started — including his first trip from Telluride to Utah, off the couch, on a wobbly Walmart rack- Iceland's Ring Road in winter : The brutal crosswinds, iced roads, blizzards, and dealing with it on 50kg loaded bikes- Tips and tricks for surviving headwinds when skis add extra sail area?- Breaking eight ribs, a scapula, and puncturing a lung weeks before departure  and why Cody went anyway- The vinarbröð, hot dogs, Snickers, and tortellini that held the whole thing together- What it feels like to park your bike roadside, hike for hours in ski boots, and ski a line down to the ocean- How going slowly created the human connections that made the trip- Turning a 40-day expedition into a film — and why that was harder than the riding**Links:**- Cody on YouTube and also Instagram - @Cody.Cir- A Hundred Words for Wind — Cody's documentary-  Gear I trust: You've heard me talk about my own bike adventures. Whenever I head out, I'm running Old Man Mountain gear. Their racks are the most reliable work horses out there. Check out the Divide Rack for a bombproof set up that fits almost any bike!

JBobb, Luke, Koppa, Kristin Sinnott and Jonathan Ellsworth just wrapped up a week at Palisades Tahoe, and today, they're sharing lots of stories and impressions, and talking about the gear they reviewed — but didn't bring with them. Thanks to everyone who made this a truly unforgettable trip.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Palisades TahoePalisades Demo CenterGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+Join Us! Blister Summit 2026BLISTER+ Members: Blister Summit DiscountEnter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Getting There w/o Skis & Boards (1:34)How Jonathan Jinxed Us (6:06)What Luke's Reading (10:22)Day 1:- Demo Center & People We Met Up With (14:23)- Favorite Runs of the Day (17:31)- Skis & Boards (19:23)- Palisades Patrol Shreds Harder Than You (23:10)- Slot Bar Sneak Attack (26:33)Day 2:- Armada Declivity 102 & Antimatter 100- Day 2 Favorite Runs (37:00)- Day 2 Equipment Picks (41:12)Day 3:- Rakim & Alpine Meadows (48:55)- Connery Lundin (54:44)- Wildfour & Rocker (59:35)Day 4: (1:02:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ted Ligety is back to talk about the ‘26 Olympic games, and the performances of Breezy Johnson, Lindsey Vonn, Federica Brignone, Mikaela Shiffrin, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, Ryan Cochran-Siegel, Franjo von Allmen, and what specific attribute makes Marco Odermatt such an all-time great. Then, we talk about the ‘carving renaissance' we are currently experiencing, and Ted walks us through the new DPS Pisteworks skis he's been developing.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: Palisades TahoeBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Get Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysOur Podcast Conversations with Ted:- GEAR:30 ep 342: Ted on Testing Gear- GEAR:30 ep. 340: Ski Tuning & the Art of Going Fast- Blister Pod ep 332: Major Storylines of 24/25 WC- GEAR:30 ep 272: The Pro's Gear: Ligety- Blister Pod ep 14: Ted's Story + FIS-Regulation SkisCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Palisades Tahoe (1:33)BLISTER+ Updates (2:23)Comparisons: the ‘26 Olympics (5:08)Broadcasting Logistics (8:12)Favorite Men's Ski Race? (20:24)Drone Coverage of Ski Racing (22:48)Marco Odermatt (24:40)Franjo von Allmen (30:52)Breezy's Gold-Winning Run (39:20)Lindsey Vonn (48:42)Comebacks / are Europeans still interested in Vonn? (56:00)Other Memorable Moments? (1:00:28)The ‘Carving Renaissance' (1:07:41)DPS Pisteworks Series (1:13:25)FIS Width Regulations (1:22:19)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Precision, Performance and Persistent Drones: The Olympics' Tech Takeover.  Smart Skis and Sensor Specs: The Goggle Guidance Giving Jumpers a High-Tech Lift.  Magnetic Mastery: The DIY Chessboard That Thinks and Thrusts.  Radio Reflections: Radar Reinvented for Roadside Risks.  Royal Revival: Robotic Wind Sails Strengthen Submarine Security.  Seeing, Feeling, Sharing: Sound Reimagined at the Deaflympics.  Algorithmic Appearances: AI's Audible Mirror for the Blind.  Framed Fidelity: Samsung's Stylish Sound Statement.  Laser Light Levity: Festival Fingertips Fire Futuristic Flares. 

This week we sit down with Erika — Sales & Marketing Manager at Tobacco Company, VCU marketing grad, Canva Queen, and full-time nightlife girly.She shares:How she went from corporate cold-calling to curating Richmond cultureThe history (and near-death moments) of Tobacco CompanyFriday vs. Saturday club vibesVIP birthday perksWinter White Party chaosAnd why the bathroom mirror selfie is mandatoryUpstairs: steak dinners and anniversaries. Downstairs: espresso martini shooters and early-2000s bangers. Duality.Support Tobacco Company: https://www.thetobaccocompany.com/@tobaccocorvahttps://www.facebook.com/TobaccoCoDine/Follow Erika:@erikawaszak

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In this Create Tomorrow episode, host Cassandra Napoli meets Nicola Colombo, founder of E-SKIMO, to learn about innovative electric-assisted skis – designed to democratise access to backcountry skiing. Listen in to explore how technology, tradition, and sustainability are shaping the future of snow mobility.

Fun show this week! From Michigan's 48-minute Black Lake sturgeon season to a dramatic duck hunters rescue on a Maryland frozen River, to how real-world outdoor challenges rival the Winter Olympics, and what events we think could be added. Join radio hosts Rebecca Wanner aka ‘BEC' and Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt (Tigger & BEC) with the latest in Outdoors & Western Lifestyle News! Winter Olympics vs Real-World Outdoor Extremes, Michigan's 48-Minute Fishing Season & Maryland Duck Hunter Ice Rescue Winter Olympics vs Real-World Outdoor Activities Do you know how many events there are in the Winter Olympics? The answer, 16! Alpine Skiing Biathlon - 5 Shots from 50 meters away Bobsleigh - 93 miles per hours Cross Country Skiing Curling Figure Skating - Oldest winter Olympic sport Freestyle Skiing Ice Hockey Luge - 80 to 90 mph Nordic Combined Short Track Speed Skating Skeleton - forces up to 5 G's. 1G is the force you feel sitting still.  At 5 G's, a 150 pound person feels like they weigh 750 pounds Ski Jumping Ski Mountaineering - New Event for 2026, assent and descend, Skis, hike, ski down remove skins Snowboard Speed Skating Most Popular by viewership: Figure Skating, Snowboarding, Bobsled, Luge Least Popular: Alpine Skiing, Speed Skating, Ski Jumping Real-World Events to ADD to the Winter Olympics Skijoring:  Horse, rider, skier. Popular in "Cowboy States" that have winter a Cowboy gallops pulling another cowboy strapped with skies! Farmer/Rancher Olympics Speed Skating: wearing muck boots, Cow calves in a muddy slop, fling calf over shoulders run like hell. Replace Curling with... Chopping ice for livestock. Ice Hockey: when you pick up a bale from the hay stack and mice run. Everywhere. Bobsleighing: pull behind a truck on a scoop shovel... Way harder than it sounds! Alpine Skiing:  Hang onto truck while wearing cowboy boots. Biathlon:  Shooting coyotes... aka Predator Control! Michigan's Shortest Fishing Season Ends in Just 48 Minutes Michigan's 2026 Black Lake sturgeon fishing season came and went fast — really fast. The season opened at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, and wrapped up just 48 minutes later when the six-fish quota was reached in Cheboygan and Presque Isle counties. According to the Department of Natural Resources, anglers landed fish starting at 8:07 a.m., with the final sturgeon harvested right at 8:48. In total, 679 anglers were registered, all competing in what's known as the shortest fishing season in the state. The largest catch was a 67-inch female sturgeon weighing just over 79 pounds. The other five fish ranged from about 53 to 64 inches long, weighing between 40 and 78 pounds. Each angler was allowed to keep just one fish and had to report it immediately. The season automatically closed once the sixth fish was taken, with anglers alerted by text and by DNR staff on the ice. Black Lake's sturgeon season is famous for its speed. Last year it lasted only 17 minutes, while in 2023 it stretched to just over an hour. In 2024, the season was canceled entirely because of unsafe ice. Lake sturgeon are among the oldest fish species in the Great Lakes, and their numbers dropped sharply in the past due to overfishing and habitat loss. Strict regulations and decades of restoration work have helped rebuild the population, allowing Michigan to continue this tightly controlled, blink-and-you-miss-it fishing tradition. Reference: https://www.woodtv.com/news/michigan/2026-lake-sturgeon-season-takes-48-minutes-to-hit-limit/ Duck Hunters Rescued After Becoming Trapped in Frozen Maryland River A dramatic helicopter rescue occurred January 31 when six duck hunters became stranded in the frozen Nanticoke River in Maryland on the final day of duck season. Natural Resources Police and Wildlife and Heritage Service crews were called out around 6:30 p.m. after the hunters' boat became inoperable in icy conditions. Temperatures were in the teens and low 20s, with strong winds, and thick ice prevented local fire crews from reaching them by water or boat ramp. Officials believe the hunters had completed their hunt and were heading back when they ran into trouble — either mechanical issues or ice that moved in after the shoot. A helicopter crew was already nearby but decided it was too dangerous to hoist the hunters due to high winds. Instead, rescuers launched an airboat from a nearby campground. The river is about a half-mile wide at that location, a well-known but risky late-season duck hunting area. All six hunters were safely brought back in two trips, checked by EMS, and returned to their vehicles. While it's unclear what happened to their boat — or whether they harvested any ducks — officials say it's a last-day hunt the group won't forget, and one they were fortunate to survive. Reference: https://www.outdoorlife.com/hunting/duck-hunters-rescued-nanticote-river/ OUTDOORS FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or stories to share about bighorn sheep, outdoor adventures, or wildlife conservation, don't hesitate to reach out. Call or text us at 305-900-BEND (305-900-2363), or send an email to BendRadioShow@gmail.com. Stay connected by following us on social media at Facebook/Instagram @thebendshow or by subscribing to The Bend Show on YouTube. Visit our website at TheBendShow.com for more exciting content and updates! https://thebendshow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thebendshow WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca ‘BEC' Wanner are passionate news broadcasters who represent the working ranch world, rodeo, and the Western way of life. They are also staunch advocates for the outdoors and wildlife conservation. As outdoorsmen themselves, Tigger and BEC provide valuable insight and education to hunters, adventurers, ranchers, and anyone interested in agriculture and conservation. With a shared love for the outdoors, Tigger & BEC are committed to bringing high-quality beef and wild game from the field to your table. They understand the importance of sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of your labor, and making memories in the great outdoors. Through their work, they aim to educate and inspire those who appreciate God's Country and life on the land. United by a common mission, Tigger & BEC offer a glimpse into the life beyond the beaten path and down dirt roads. They're here to share knowledge, answer your questions, and join you in your own success story. Adventure awaits around the bend. With The Outdoors, the Western Heritage, Rural America, and Wildlife Conservation at the forefront, Tigger and BEC live this lifestyle every day. To learn more about Tigger & BEC's journey and their passion for the outdoors, visit TiggerandBEC.com. https://tiggerandbec.com/

Even before she stepped into her ski boots to compete in Cortina, Lindsey Vonn's story was profound. To be a top contender at the age of 41, after six years of retirement, after a partial knee replacement and countless serious injuries, is remarkable in and of itself. But Vonn wasn't just competing 24 years after her first Olympic games, and she wasn't just competing on a body which had recovered from countless serious injuries. Just days before the Olympics, Vonn ruptured her ACL racing in Switzerland. Where most athletes would have taken a year to recover, Vonn was planning to ski nearly 100 mph down a notoriously difficult cliff face in the hopes of winning another Olympic gold.The New York Times story about her leading up to the race was titled, “Linsey Vonn is Skiing on One Good Knee, but It's a Helluva Knee.” There was so much excitement for her race. As her teammate, Mikaeila Shiffrin put it, “her tenacity and grit, and what she's showing up with this Olympics and staying true to her own values, that's just straight up beautiful.”When Lindsey crashed, all that positive energy shifted. There were nasty comments all over the internet and social media. People said she had no business skiing on a ruptured ACL. That of course she wiped out. How irresponsible. The blow back was so intense that her teammates and coach, even the president of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, all began making public statements to defend her.It was a fascinating turn-around. Before Vonn crashed into the gate, there was no critique of her choice, simply admiration. Everyone was talking about how amazing it would be if she could win. But when she caught the gate and crashed, suddenly there was so much blame, so much anger and resentment directed towards her. As if she were wrong to dream. As if the only thing that mattered was winning. As if losing with an injury was somehow embarrassing.We have to talk about that turn-around, about that shift. Because that move, to applaud effort as long as it's successful, to criticize risk-taking when it doesn't turn out, that instinct is so tempting and so dangerous. How often do we hold back because we are too afraid of failing? How often do we foreclose the possibility of joy because we are too afraid to take a risk?

Join Jordan, Commish, Pitt Girl, Beth, our VP of Podcast Production, Arthur and SPECIAL GUEST RODGER SHERMAN. We talk the wrestler I.R.S. for some reason, then the Winter Olympics, Norwegian biathlete wins bronze medal reveals he cheated on his GF, she left him, and he wants to apologize publicly hoping she takes him back, Germany's Phillipp Raimund, Olympic gold medalist in ski jumping, WHO IS SCARED OF HEIGHTS, the Swedish Mixed Curling assassin wins gold but the US's Corey/Korey wins silver, UNEXPECTED BRONZE IN WOMEN'S LUGE, Rutgers keeps stealing FCS Head Coaches, shortest retirement ever for Bobby Hauck, RIP to the Detroit Based bowl game and oh so much, much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

0:00 - All sports leagues have tried to curb "tanking." If you ask the commissioner of any major sports league, they'll tell you tanking is not a thing! We have measures in place to prevent that. Well if that's the case, how do you explain what the Utah Jazz are doing right now?14:50 - Kris Bryant is still going through a debilitating back injury. Never mind playing baseball. He's just trying to return to a normal quality of life. Shockingly, he'll start the season on the 60-day IL, meaning he'll miss the first 57 games of the Rockies season AT LEAST. What on Earth are the Rockies supposed to do with this guy? He may never set foot on a baseball diamond again, and the Rockies owe him gobs of money for the next few years.That sent us down a rabbit hole of the oldest athletes of all time.34:52 - Oh, by the way...did you see that Norwegian Skiier sprinting uphill on SKIS? At a sub-6 minute mile pace???

10am hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Why Cuban buying the Mavs back doesn't make sense. Our final edition this season of Super Bowl Stew. Baseball Nuggets: Reasons to get excited for the rest of 2026 Spring Training 11am hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Our brand-new Olympic segment: Reach for the Skis. AM on the FM: National Umbrella Day / the worst Super Bowl beat. Gridiron Gravy: Wanna make the playoffs? Hey, just do this! 12pm hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Pitchers and catchers report today, so what are the main focuses in Rangers Spring Training? Super Bowl Overreaction or Reality. Our NFL Draft focus is back with a breakdown of Jermod McCoy and Cashius Howell 1pm hour of The K&C Masterpiece!

11am hour of The K&C Masterpiece! Our brand-new Olympic segment: Reach for the Skis. AM on the FM: National Umbrella Day / the worst Super Bowl beat. Gridiron Gravy: Wanna make the playoffs? Hey, just do this!

The latest from Milan as the women's hockey team continues to dominate!

NBC's Molly Hunter shares the story of Breezy Johnson, the American who gave Team USA its first medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Also, Shaun White joins to catch up and discuss all things Olympics, Team USA, and what it's like being in the broadcast booth. Plus, a closer look at speedskater Erin Jackson as she gets set to compete in her first race in Italy, the 1,000 meters. And, Apartment Therapy Editor-in-Chief Charli Penn shares a batch of last-minute Valentine's Day-inspired gifts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Luke, Koppa, Paul Forward, and Jonathan talk about some of the gear they've been reviewing; discuss topics related to that gear; and dive deep into the ideas behind a new pow ski design that Paul has been thinking about for years, and are now being incorporated into a brand new ski.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Episode Sponsor: OpenSnowEpisode Sponsor: SnowbirdEnter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysOur Blister Recommended ShopsJoin Us! Blister Summit 2026For BLISTER+ Members: Discounted Blister Summit RegistrationGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Hallelujah! Check the Forecast! (2:58)Snowbird (4:03)Our Very Unique Gear Giveaway (5:24)Paul Back in AK (6:47)Paul's Boot Surprise: Atomic Remedy 130 (13:08)Luke on the 1000 Skis Carve (22:57)Carving (28:12)Jonathan's Mistake / PSA (38:02)Paul's New Pow Ski Design (41:15)The Heritage Lab HB 135 (53:47)Flex Pattern vs Shape (1:04:50)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 10 of the Tim and James series.

There's a certain mystique around the waxing cabins at biathlon events, where technicians work late into the night and are up before the sun – all to gain precious seconds out of the bases of skis. Races may be won or lost on the track. But it's the technicians who put rockets on the skis. Today on Heartbeat, we join the legendary Fede Fontana of U.S. Biathlon as he takes us inside the magic, sharing stories of his decades of experience in the sport.While he lives today in Bavaria, Fontana hails from the Frassinoro, Italy, in the Modena area. This tiny village has produced more than its share of ski technicians over the years – a source of great pride to the region.Fontana has served the athletes of U.S. Biathlon for over a decade. He and his team of technicians put the magic into the skis, while also serving as the team's general manager.In this episode, we'll learn how turning out fast skis is a year-round job, from springtime and summer ski selection with the factories, to fine-tuning on snow during the season. Listen in to learn just how many pairs of skis for each athlete are packed into vans as the tour heads from race to race.And check out Heartbeat's past episodes with U.S. Biathlon General Manager Fede Fontana. Now let's join Fede coming to us live from Nove Mesto as the team prepares for the upcoming Olympic Winter Games in Antholz.PAST EPISODESFarewell to Fluorocarbons - Nov. 2023https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nFkFX0cLVPytUHLloyYTl?si=5961825689824051Fede Fontana: Inside the Wax Cabin - Jan. 2023https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UP70osdKOxcCp3E889Fn0?si=8984636a13e04eae

Why is reviewer and heli-skiing guide Paul Forward in Crested Butte testing skinny skis? How did Luke Koppa end up being the one in a helicopter? And why have Luke and Jonathan been able to test the same new ski boot? Today we discuss it all, as well as a bunch of new freeride skis from 4FRNT and Heritage Lab; Jonathan swapping skis with Daron Rahlves; Luke face-planting in front of some other pro skiers, and more.RELATED LINKS:Episode Sponsor: CarvEpisode Sponsor: SnowbirdEpisode Sponsor: OpenSnowEnter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysOur Blister Recommended ShopsJoin Us At Blister Summit 2026For BLISTER+ Members: Discounted Blister Summit RegistrationGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Carv (1:38)Snowbird & Giveaway (2:23)Luke's Trip Report (5:39)Jonathan's Trip Report (15:43)Salomon S/Pro Alpha C BOA (21:24)4FRNT Sinister (32:28)Heritage Lab Skis (37:08)Part 2: Jonathan & Paul Forward (41:05)Testing Ski Boots, Skis, & Carv (45:35)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWinter months in rural Idaho may lack a Friday night football game, but locals are discovering Skijoring: a sport where competitors ski behind a galloping horse, navigating jumps, grabbing rings, and trying not to break any bones. It has been described as rodeo adrenaline for participants and crowds, only you need a warm coat.Shailee and Sage Lish got hooked on skijoring from friends in Wyoming and brought it to southeast Idaho. In this interview, they share how a tournament is set up, who participates, why hundreds come out to watch it, how to pick the right horse, and of course stories of epic crashes.

Jonathan shares his thoughts on the stated return of Bode Miller & Peak Skis, then Powder Hound Ski & Bike Shop owner, Eric Helmbrecht, joins us to discuss several big new product announcements; review some current ski & snowboard gear; and then Eric shares his top 10 list of the most important developments in snowboard gear of the 21st century.RELATED LINKS:Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysSee Our Blister Recommended ShopsJoin Us @ Blister Summit 2026For BLISTER+ Members: Discounted Summit RegistrationGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Why My Voice is Gone (0:04)Blister Summit 2026 (2:59)Peak Skis is Back?? (4:11)The ‘New New' Gear (16:27)- Nordica Nordica Promachine 3 (16:59)- Salomon S/Pro Alpha C BOA (27:49)- Atomic / Salomon Shift² 16 (35:33)- Armada Snowboards (41:48)- Current Ski & Snowboard Gear Reviews (44:38)- 4FRNT MSP 99 (45:55)- Marker X binding (47:04)- Armada Ski Boot (49:13)- Atomic Remedy (51:22)- Rossignol XV Sashimi ( 52:48)JE's Snowboard Questions (54:07)Top 10 Snowboard Gear of the Century (58:00)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ore-Ida is launching a limited edition french fry skis. 

We're joined in-studio by Andrew Couperthwait (aka Coup), VP of Head Skis, for a deep dive on what Head has been building lately. We break down the relaunch of the HEAD Kore skis for 25/26: why the original ultra-light construction was insanely high performance but could feel demanding, and how the new direction adds suspension and dampness without “dumbing the ski down.” Coup explains the move to metal (landing on 0.4mm), how flex is tuned across different waist widths, and why the black vs white Kore skis can feel like two distinct personalities despite sharing the same shape. Then we shift to Head Kaliber boots, Head's purpose-built BOA project. We get into fit-first design, liner tech, stance, and how modern closure systems change both performance and everyday usability. We wrap things up with athlete updates, World Cup and Olympic buzz, and a look at what's coming next from Head.

“The big surprise” tomorrow would be if Powell changes the course for next year, Ben Fulton says. He discusses his rate expectations for 2026, the pressure from the White House, and dissension within the Fed. He thinks sector rotation will continue, anticipating healthcare will do well into the midterm elections, while others may languish. “I'm a big believer that AI will be a dominant force, much like the web was in the 80's and 90's,” he adds, but thinks the tech sector could have gotten over its skis.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

We're back on snow! And testing gear! And excited to talk about it! Jonathan and Luke cover several of the standout skis so far; Luke confesses to one of the dumbest things he's ever done on skis; they discuss underappreciated upsides of early-season skiing; some interesting new outerwear and gloves; and more.RELATED LINKS:Our Recommended Shop: Round House Sports CenterEnter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaysAll of Our Blister Recommended ShopsJoin Us At Blister Summit 2026For BLISTER+ Members: Discounted Blister Summit RegistrationGet Yourself Covered with BLISTER+CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:We're Back on Snow! (3:40)Luke's First Skin (10:45)Rossignol Arcade 94 (17:53)Faction Dancer 79 (22:31)Volkl Peregrine 72 (29:33)Head Kore 88 Ti vs. Kastle Paragon 93 (33:41)Outerwear & Accessories (38:18)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When adventurers talk about Mount Everest, most often it's about climbing the world's highest peak. In October, Jim Morrison became the first person to ski down Everest’s most dangerous route. The feat was chronicled by mountaineer and Academy Award-winning filmmaker Jimmy Chin for an upcoming National Geographic documentary. John Yang speaks with Morrison for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Today we spill some tea, break some news, fire off a few rants, and we walk through Moment's 25/26 lineup, including what Moment CEO, Luke Jacobson, believes to be the most significant changes to the line.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredJoin Us! Blister Summit @ SnowbirdCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Vintage Moment Skis (4:05)Belafonte Revival? (9:26)Gear Gossip (12:32)Moment's New Ski Press (13:40)Company Growth (28:30)Luke's Current Ski Boot (36:22)Moment's Factory Shop (40:58)Moment 25/26 Lineup (46:40)Women's Skis (57:30)Communism vs Democracy (59:12)Ski Forums (1:03:38)Moment's Bella Skis (1:16:54)Recap (1:23:57)Blister Summit Talk + Alta vs Snowbird (1:28:34)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the Top 10 skis of the century? Top 3? #1 Ski? Today, Blister reviewers Dylan Wood, Luke Koppa, and Jonathan Ellsworth reveal their selections, and we also share some of the picks and insights from a number of pro skiers and ski industry professionals.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELSBlister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Setting the Stage for Best Skis of the Century (3:15)Luke & Dylan's Top 10 (7:24)Top 3 (34:40)Luke's #1 (46:44)Dylan's #1 (50:03)Honorable Mentions (53:02)Jonathan Joins (56:52)Jonathan's Top 10 (1:02:01)Most Influential? (1:06:54)Jonathan's Top 3 (1:09:27)Jonathan's #1 (1:15:14)More Takes from listeners and Industry (1:24:15) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the Top 10 skis of the century? Top 3? #1 Ski? Today, Blister reviewer, Paul Forward, reveals his very personal picks, plus we share a story from the Blister archives that involves New Zealand farmers and helicopters.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELSBlister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:What's New at Blister Studios (1:55)BDog & Benchetler on Blister Cinematic (2:33)BLISTER+ and Bangtail Bike & Ski (3:28)Paul's Top 10 (4:40)Our NZ Heli Story (16:33)Some Formative Skis (28:35)Paul's Top 3 (39:09)Paul's #1 Ski of the Century (44:07)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do “women-specific” skis need to exist? What about ski boots? In our conversation today, Leslie Baker-Brown shares her thoughts after leading Blizzard-Tecnica's Women2Women program for the past 10 years.Few people have been as deeply involved with women's ski gear — and the community of women in skiing — as Leslie. Today, she discusses what the landscape looked like 10 years ago; the details of how and why the Women2Women program designs truly women-specific products; the cases where a unisex approach makes more sense; why it's so hard to find a 130-flex boot if you have small feet; how the industry has changed for the better; and more.RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredWomen2Women Home PageBlizzard Black Pearl 88 Special EditionCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELSBlister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:BLISTER+ Members (1:36)Leslie's History w/ Blizzard-Tecnica (3:15)Formation of Women2Women Initiative (4:41)Marketing to Women in the Early Years (8:45)Current Trends (13:12)Black Pearl Series (15:10)Graphics (19:49)Most Important Factors in Designing Women's Gear (22:35)Ski Boots (25:10)Current Challenges (30:30)Education (33:44)Book and skis for kids, Hilaree, scholarship programs (39:21)Community (42:30)Unisex Gear (47:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 3 of our series on the Best Skis of the Century, Luke and Jonathan discuss some of the great answers from our BLISTER+ members and Digital Access Pass subscribers, as well as the selections from various ski designers, pro skiers, and folks from some of our Blister Recommended Shops.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Order Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideGet Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELSBlister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:New BLISTER+ Members (3:04)Your Answers (BLISTER+ & DAP Subscribers) (4:27)Industry Answers (26:29)Request: Please Send Us Some BBRs (46:24)Preview of Part 4: Best Skis of the Century (48:53)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 2 of our series on the Best Skis of the Century, Luke Koppa and Sascha Anastas join Jonathan Ellsworth to dive into the best skis from 23 more brands, and we also discuss some of the best and most notable women-specific skis of the past 25 years.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Our Digital Buyer's Guide: Read NowBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Order Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideGet Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:New BLISTER+ Members (2:37)Sascha on Women's Skis from Part 1 (3:58)SCOTT (16:38)Armada (18:23)4FRNT (24:40)Zag (28:12)Moment (29:49)Liberty (33:26)Prior (37:30)DPS (38:54)Icelantic (45:33)Black Crows (47:58)Faction (49:25)Wagner (51:46)Majesty (55:31)ON3P (56:37)Folsom (1:04:38)RMU (1:07:14)Shaggy's (1:09:00)Meier (1:10:15)Whitedot (1:11:18)J Skis (1:12:20)Parlor (1:15:17)Coalition Snow (1:16:13)Renoun (1:18:39)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are kicking off a new series, where we will debate and try to identify the best skis of the 21st Century from over 30 ski brands. So over the next couple of weeks, you're going to be hearing our choices, but we are also going to be sending out a survey to our BLISTER+ members, Digital Access Pass members, and a number of pro athletes and product designers around the ski industry. Then, in a few weeks, we'll discuss how our selections match up with all of your answers. And finally, for the grand finale of this series, we're going to offer our choices for the Very Best Skis of the Century — can we whittle things down to a top 10? A top 3? To a single ski? We're going to find out, and it's certainly going to be fun trying.Today, Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa, Paul Forward, and our great friend, Rob Dickinson, get the conversation going.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Our Digital Buyer's Guide: Read NowBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Order Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideGet Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:New BLISTER+ Members (2:44)Rossignol (7:58)Aznes (17:33)Volkl (20:47)Kastle (30:22)Fischer (33:30)Stochli (39:53)Elan (43:02)Head (46:51)Blizzard (53:46)Atomic (59:59)Nordica (1:05:38)K2 (1:10:45)Dynastar (1:17:01)Salomon (1:20:16)Line (1:23:55)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Koppa and Jonathan Ellsworth talk about our big new book, the Blister 25/26 Winter Buyer's Guide, including the big takeaways, trends, and controversies. (Plus, stick around to hear Luke's insane bear story at the end.)Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please let us know if there's a topic you'd like us to cover or a guest you'd like us to have on GEAR:30. Or if you'd like to nominate yourself for a ‘Gear Therapy' episode, let us know that, too! You can email us at info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Our Digital Buyer's Guide: Read NowBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredDiscounted Summit Registration for BLISTER+ MembersNon-Member Registration: Blister Summit 2026Order Our 25/26 Winter Buyer's GuideGet Our Newsletter & Weekly Gear GiveawaysTOPICS & TIMES:Luke's Facial Hair Situation (5:17)How to Get the Guide (10:19)How Our Guide Works (14:07)Trends for 25/26: Boots (22:43)Trends for 25/26: Skis (22:43)Trend / Not a Trend: Weight (37:20)Luke's Least Favorite Thing (42:36)Apparel, Goggles, & Helmets (44:55)Biggest Controversy (50:09)More on our ‘Best Of' (58:08)Luke's Insane Bear Story (1:10:00)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.