Roxa R3 130 T.I. Boot
Roxa’s new R3 130 T.I. may have flown a bit under the radar at the trade shows, but it has proven to be a capable boot
View Article2017-2018 Nordica Strider Pro 130
The Nordica Strider Pro 130 joins a stacked category of alpine boots with a walk mode and tech fittings, so how does it perform?
View Article2017-2018 HEAD Raptor 140 RS
The HEAD Raptor 140 RS is one of our favorite ski boots we've ever used, and shouldn't be ruled out if you typically ski 130-flex boots.
View Article3rd Look: Salomon MTN Explore
Two Blister reviewers have loved the Salomon MTN Explore boot. Now David Steele weighs in with his impressions.
View Article2017-2018 Scarpa Maestrale RS
Scarpa has updated one of the most popular touring boots on the market, the Maestrale RS, and they're claiming the new boot is both lighter and stiffer. So how does it compare to the old model?
View Article2017-2018 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 120
We've been very impressed with the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130, so what about the Ultra XTD 120? How different is it, and who’s it for?
View Article2017-2018 Salomon QST Pro 130
The Salomon QST Pro 130 is a heat-moldable, lightweight boot with a unique design, and it’s also compatible with both alpine bindings and tech bindings. Three of our reviewers have been spending time...
View Article2017-2018 Dynafit TLT7 Performance
The Dynafit TLT7 is the latest AT boot in one of the most distinguished product lines in ski touring, and it’s a radical departure from its predecessors. Check out our review.
View Article2017-2018 Salomon S-Lab X-Alp Boot
The new Salomon S-Lab X-Alp builds on the success of the Arc’teryx Procline with a more ski-focused design.
View ArticleHoji on the new Dynafit Hoji Boots (Ep.1)
Dynafit is introducing today their new Hoji series of boots. So we went in-depth with Hoji himself about the boot, and also talk about our initial fit notes and comparisons to other boots in the category.
View Article2017-2018 Scarpa Alien RS
The new Scarpa Alien RS has the potential to represent a significant step forward in the category of lightweight touring boots. Check out our initial impressions.
View Article2018-2019 K2 Recon 130
K2’s new Recon and Luv series of alpine ski boots are really light — the lightest we’ve ever reviewed, actually. Check out the specs plus our initial thoughts and fit notes.
View Article2017-2018 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 110 W
We’ve been impressed by the men’s Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 and 120, and now we weigh in on the women’s version, the Hawx Ultra XTD 110 W.
View Article2018-2019 Full Tilt Ascendant
For the 18/19 season, Full Tilt is introducing their first ever touring boot, the Ascendant. Complete with tech fittings, a removable tongue, and a unique touring overlap liner, the Ascendant appears...
View Article2018-2019 Tecnica Mach1 Pro W LV
After spending more than 30 days in it, we’ve been impressed by the Tecnica Mach1 Pro W LV boot, and think it’s definitely worth a look for women seeking a stiff, low-volume ski boot.
View Article2nd Look: 2018-2019 Salomon S/Lab X-Alp
We’ve put more time in the S/Lab X-Alp from Salomon, and still find it to be one of the best options available in the lightweight touring boot market. Check out our new review and new comparisons here.
View Article2018-2019 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro
Tecnica is completely overhauling their Zero G touring boots for 18/19, and if the new Zero G Tour Pro lives up to its specs, it would essentially be in a league of its own. Check out our measured...
View Article2018-2019 Fischer Ranger Free 130
Next year, Fischer is entering the lightweight touring / resort boot market with their Ranger Free series. We’ve been spending time in the Ranger Free 130 and comparing it to some of the other boots in...
View Article2018-2019 Head Kore 1
What’s that? Another ~1500 gram 130-flex touring boot? Yep, and this one’s from Head. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions of the new Head Kore 1 boot.
View Article2018-2019 Scarpa Maestrale RS
We’ve now spent two seasons and around 70 days in the revamped Scarpa Maestrale RS, and are still very, very impressed by this touring boot. Check out our long-term update.
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