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Noah Bodman reviews the Vitus Escarpe for Blister

Vitus Escarpe

Vitus is making a return to the US mountain bike market, and their Escarpe looks like an especially good value for an all-rounder Trail bike. But is there a catch?

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Win Goggles from 100%

The two winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will each get goggles from 100% Snow, with one winner receiving their flagship Norg Goggle and the other winner receiving their Snowcraft S Goggle!

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Kara Williard reviews the Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro 0 for BLISTER.

Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro

The Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro 0 is a women-specific Enduro bike that’s proven to be an adaptable partner for a huge range of trails over the last several months. It’s also the most expensive mountain bike we’ve ever reviewed.

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Dylan Wood reviews the Astral Green Jacket LE for BLISTER.

Stuff We Like: September 2023

For September’s edition of Stuff We Like, our reviewers have submitted everything from denim overalls and a wide assortment of clothing to fishing waders, glasses, hip packs, and more. Check it out to see all the latest gear our reviewers have been digging.

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Round House Sports Center: Our Blister Recommended Shop in Bozeman, MT

Round House Sports Center

Round House Sports has been a staple on Main Street in Bozeman, MT for over 50 years best known for its excellent customer service & year-round gear selection.

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Simon Stewart reviews the SRAM Eagle Powertrain for Blister

SRAM Eagle Powertrain

SRAM is officially in the eMTB drive-system business, and it’s about time. Check out our First Look for all the details on how the SRAM Eagle Powertrain compares to the alternatives from Bosch, Shimano, Specialized, and more.

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Angel Collinson: Harvest

Harvest

In her latest Open Mic piece, Angel Collinson asks each of us about ‘that place,’ and what we are harvesting?

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Zack Henderson and David Golay review the Canyon Torque:ON for Blister

Canyon Torque:ON CF

The Torque:ON is Canyon’s burliest eMTB, with lots of suspension travel and a massive battery to match. After several months aboard this 54+ pound giant, it has proven to be an interesting take on the ever-diversifying long-travel eMTB category.

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What does the future of snowsports look like? At our last Blister Summit, we asked Nina Waters (Blizzard-Tecnica), Dr. Len Necefer (Natives Outdoors & Sonoran Avalanche Center), Dan Abrams (Flylow), & Hanna Whirty (Icelantic) to discuss some of the current realities, biggest challenges, and significant opportunities for the outdoor sports industry. You can check out the conversation on our YouTube Channel, or listen to it on our Blister Podcast.

The Future of Snowsports (Ep.279)

What does the future of snowsports look like? At our last Blister Summit, we asked Nina Waters, Dr. Len Necefer, Dan Abrams, & Hanna Whirty to discuss some of the current realities, biggest challenges, and significant opportunities for the outdoor sports industry.

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On our latest episode of Reviewing the News on the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan pay tribute to Robb Gaffney, then discuss the growth in snowsports and who is more passionate: alpine skiers, cross country skiers, or snowboarders?; the sale of @Silverton Mountain; the Most Canadian News; Cody’s latest FIFTY film, ‘Split’; & more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, September 2023 (Ep.280)

This week, Cody and I pay tribute to Robb Gaffney, then discuss the growth in snowsports and who is more passionate: alpine skiers, cross country skiers, or snowboarders; the sale of Silverton Mountain; the Most Canadian News; Cody’s latest FIFTY film, ‘Split’; & more.

Noah Bodman reviews the Vitus Escarpe for Blister

Vitus Escarpe

Vitus is making a return to the US mountain bike market, and their Escarpe looks like an especially good value for an all-rounder Trail bike. But is there a catch?

At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Phantom Glide’s Shaun Spacht to discuss the origins, evolution, and future of Phantom Glide’s permanent base treatment. We cover how Phantom Glide differs from wax; how Phantom Glide permanently affects the performance of ski and snowboard base materials; the ways in which the folks at Phantom Glide have shifted how they think and talk about their base treatments, and more.

Phantom Glide: Rethinking Ski & Snowboard Bases | Blister Summit Brand Lineup Video

At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Phantom Glide’s Shaun Spacht to discuss the origins, evolution, and future of Phantom Glide’s permanent base treatment; how it differs from wax & permanently affects the performance of ski and snowboard base materials; the ways in which the folks at Phantom Glide have shifted how they think and talk about their base treatments, and more.

David Golay reviews the Nukeproof Megawatt Carbon for Blister

Nukeproof Megawatt Carbon

SRAM launched their new Eagle Powertrain last week, and the first bike to feature it is here. Meet the Nukeproof Megawatt Carbon.

BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways, BLISTER

Win Goggles from 100%

The two winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will each get goggles from 100% Snow, with one winner receiving their flagship Norg Goggle and the other winner receiving their Snowcraft S Goggle!

Kara Williard reviews the Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro 0 for BLISTER.

Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro

The Liv Intrigue LT Advanced Pro 0 is a women-specific Enduro bike that’s proven to be an adaptable partner for a huge range of trails over the last several months. It’s also the most expensive mountain bike we’ve ever reviewed.

Dylan Wood reviews the Astral Green Jacket LE for BLISTER.

Stuff We Like: September 2023

For September’s edition of Stuff We Like, our reviewers have submitted everything from denim overalls and a wide assortment of clothing to fishing waders, glasses, hip packs, and more. Check it out to see all the latest gear our reviewers have been digging.

Round House Sports Center: Our Blister Recommended Shop in Bozeman, MT

Round House Sports Center

Round House Sports has been a staple on Main Street in Bozeman, MT for over 50 years best known for its excellent customer service & year-round gear selection.

Simon Stewart reviews the SRAM Eagle Powertrain for Blister

SRAM Eagle Powertrain

SRAM is officially in the eMTB drive-system business, and it’s about time. Check out our First Look for all the details on how the SRAM Eagle Powertrain compares to the alternatives from Bosch, Shimano, Specialized, and more.

Angel Collinson: Harvest

Harvest

In her latest Open Mic piece, Angel Collinson asks each of us about ‘that place,’ and what we are harvesting?