BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Flash Review: Norco Sight VLT
Norco’s Sight VLT combines one of the few high-pivot suspension layouts found on an eMTB with arguably the best drive system on the market for a unique take on the full-power eMTB category.
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The Science of Staying Warm: Innovations in Insulation w/ PrimaLoft (Ep.370)
If you’ve worn a puffy jacket in the past 30+ years, there’s a good chance it used PrimaLoft insulation. And they just announced their warmest insulation to date. Today you’ll get all the details from PrimaLoft’s SVP of Innovation & Technology — and learn a lot in general about the stuff that keeps us warm.
Win Outerwear From Stellar Equipment
The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get a men’s or women’s Shell Jacket 2.0 and Shell Pants 2.0 from Stellar Equipment!
Best Bikes of the Century, Part 1 (Ep. 301)
What’s the best bike of the 21st century so far? We’re kicking off a debate on that subject with Simon Stewart, David Golay, Dylan Wood, and Xan Marshland offering their takes on the most important bikes from a wide array of manufacturers.
2025-2026 Jones Howler
The Jones Howler is an aggressive board for steep, technical terrain and big backcountry hits, but it’s appeal goes beyond all-out charging. Check out our Full Review for more.
The Whiskey that Set a Land Speed Record: Montgomery Distilling (Ep.89)
Today, Eli talks with owner and land speed record holder, Ryan Montgomery, of Montgomery Distilling to discuss the similarities between aquavit and gin; the labor of love known as kirschwasser; and the world’s first bourbon-based amaro.
Deep Dive: Chromag Reazon
We compare the Chromag Reazon to the Chromag Darco, Chromag Lowdown, Forbidden Druid V2, Knolly Fugitive 140, Propain Hugene 3, Trek Fuel EX Gen 7, Kona Process 153, Reeb Steezl, Transition Sentinel, and Starling Murmur.
Blister’s Flash Reviews and Deep Dives are accessible to those who purchase one of our paid subscriptions
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Chromag Reazon
Instead of drooling over aerospace-grade carbon, why can’t we get stoked on bicycle-grade steel? The Chromag Reazon makes one of the most compelling cases for bringing steel into high-end Trail bikes we’ve seen to date.
‘Farming Turns’ w/ Chris Rubens & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.59)
Chris Rubens is a professional skier and a professional farmer. His excellent 25-minute film, ‘Farming Turns,’ will be available on YouTube on Wednesday, and Jonathan talks to Chris about it all — including a great cameo performance from Chris’ longtime friend, Hoji.
10 Quick Things: ‘Movie Premieres, Robots, & Snowboards’ Edition (Ep.383)
Jonathan shares some highlights and updates from the whirlwind of a trip he’s currently on.
MRP Lift V2 Fork Damper
We’re used to rear shock dampers coming tuned for a given bike and rider, but it’s much less common in forks. MRP thinks that should change, and their Lift V2 fork damper upgrade is offered in five rider-weight-specific tunes, on top of some other interesting features. Check it all out here, including our early on-trail impressions.
Flash Review: MRP Lift V2 Fork Damper
The MRP Lift V2 fork damper promises increased composure over stock options and comes in a range of rider-weight-specific tunes, but how does it perform? Here’s our early take.
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Best Skis of the Century, Part 5 (Ep.369)
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.
Win Outerwear From Beringia
The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get a men’s or women’s St. Elias Jacket and Bibs from Beringia!
Fox 34 SL
Can a super lightweight fork still perform in more serious terrain? Fox has pulled out the stops to make their new 34 SL do just that, and the result is quite impressive — but there’s plenty of nuance to that story, too. Check out our Full Review after a few months riding the Fox 34 SL.
BLISTER Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles:
Flash Review: Norco Sight VLT
Norco’s Sight VLT combines one of the few high-pivot suspension layouts found on an eMTB with arguably the best drive system on the market for a unique take on the full-power eMTB category.
The Science of Staying Warm: Innovations in Insulation w/ PrimaLoft (Ep.370)
If you’ve worn a puffy jacket in the past 30+ years, there’s a good chance it used PrimaLoft insulation. And they just announced their warmest insulation to date. Today you’ll get all the details from PrimaLoft’s SVP of Innovation & Technology — and learn a lot in general about the stuff that keeps us warm.
Win Outerwear From Stellar Equipment
The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get a men’s or women’s Shell Jacket 2.0 and Shell Pants 2.0 from Stellar Equipment!
Best Bikes of the Century, Part 1 (Ep. 301)
What’s the best bike of the 21st century so far? We’re kicking off a debate on that subject with Simon Stewart, David Golay, Dylan Wood, and Xan Marshland offering their takes on the most important bikes from a wide array of manufacturers.
2025-2026 Jones Howler
The Jones Howler is an aggressive board for steep, technical terrain and big backcountry hits, but it’s appeal goes beyond all-out charging. Check out our Full Review for more.
The Whiskey that Set a Land Speed Record: Montgomery Distilling (Ep.89)
Today, Eli talks with owner and land speed record holder, Ryan Montgomery, of Montgomery Distilling to discuss the similarities between aquavit and gin; the labor of love known as kirschwasser; and the world’s first bourbon-based amaro.
Deep Dive: Chromag Reazon
We compare the Chromag Reazon to the Chromag Darco, Chromag Lowdown, Forbidden Druid V2, Knolly Fugitive 140, Propain Hugene 3, Trek Fuel EX Gen 7, Kona Process 153, Reeb Steezl, Transition Sentinel, and Starling Murmur.
Chromag Reazon
Instead of drooling over aerospace-grade carbon, why can’t we get stoked on bicycle-grade steel? The Chromag Reazon makes one of the most compelling cases for bringing steel into high-end Trail bikes we’ve seen to date.
‘Farming Turns’ w/ Chris Rubens & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.59)
Chris Rubens is a professional skier and a professional farmer. His excellent 25-minute film, ‘Farming Turns,’ will be available on YouTube on Wednesday, and Jonathan talks to Chris about it all — including a great cameo performance from Chris’ longtime friend, Hoji.
10 Quick Things: ‘Movie Premieres, Robots, & Snowboards’ Edition (Ep.383)
Jonathan shares some highlights and updates from the whirlwind of a trip he’s currently on.
MRP Lift V2 Fork Damper
We’re used to rear shock dampers coming tuned for a given bike and rider, but it’s much less common in forks. MRP thinks that should change, and their Lift V2 fork damper upgrade is offered in five rider-weight-specific tunes, on top of some other interesting features. Check it all out here, including our early on-trail impressions.
Flash Review: MRP Lift V2 Fork Damper
The MRP Lift V2 fork damper promises increased composure over stock options and comes in a range of rider-weight-specific tunes, but how does it perform? Here’s our early take.