Jonathan Ellsworth, Author at BLISTER

Escape Route director, James Rettyy, goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss his shops in Squamish and British Columbia, The Dynafit Radical Pro boot, Fritschi Tecton binding, Black Diamond Jetforce packs, DPS skis, and more

Shop Talk: Escape Route, Whistler & Squamish (Ep.138)

March 12, 2021March 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Escape Route director, James Retty, about the shop’s backcountry-only focus; the ski culture(s) of the Sea-to-Sky Corridor; elephant snot; the new Dynafit Radical Pro boot; the Fritschi Tecton; avy pack comparisons, and more.

Rémy Métailler goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss his move to Propain cycles, his thoughts on mullet bikes, his biking background, his move to Whistler, his YouTube channel, plans for 2021, and much more

Rémy Métailler on Doing Stupid Stuff, Responsibly (Ep.56)

March 11, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Rémy Métailler has described himself as someone who is “just trying to be as responsible as he can while doing stupid stuff.” So we spoke with him about his approach to riding super steep, gnarly lines, as well as his background, filming, Rampage, mullet bikes, and a whole lot more.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Blizzard Bonafide 97 for Blister

2021-2022 Blizzard Bonafide 97

March 9, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Blizzard Bonafide has long been a reference point in the all-mountain category, but these days, it might stand out more than ever before. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons of the overhauled Bonafide 97.

Deep Dive: Blizzard Bonafide 97

March 9, 2021March 9, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We compare the Bonafide 97 to the previous Bonafide, Head Monster 98, Blizzard Cochise 106, Salomon Stance 96, Nordica Enforcer 100, Nordica Enforcer 94, Volkl M5 Mantra, J Skis Masterblaster, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, Fischer Ranger 99 Ti, Dynastar M-Pro 99, K2 Mindbender 99Ti, Salomon QST 99, Blizzard Rustler 9, & 4FRNT MSP 99.

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Cody Townsend goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to review the news of February, 2021

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Feb 2021) (Ep.162)

March 8, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the new rule changes re: filming in National Parks; whether it’s okay to leave your skis in the lift line to hold your spot; the future of freeride comps; the record number of avalanche fatalities in the U.S. this season; a new development in backcountry skiing; the shocking story of Dean Cummings; and we share some music, tv, and book recommendations.

Blister Outdoor Gear review Crested Butte

Blister Summit Recap & New Ski Reviews (Ep.137)

March 8, 2021March 5, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Luke Koppa, Sascha Anastas, Kara Williard, and Jonathan Ellsworth offer a recap of our inaugural Blister Summit in Mt. Crested Butte, then discuss a number of skis from 4FRNT, Rossignol, Wagner Custom Skis, Dynastar, Icelantic Skis, WNDR Alpine, and Folsom Custom Skis that we spent time on at the Summit.

Endura’s Brand Director, Pam Barclay, on Going Carbon Negative (not Neutral) (Ep.55)

March 4, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We spoke with Pam Barclay about Endura’s pledge to plant one million trees every year for the next 10 years to cancel out all of the emissions produced over the entire history of the company; how Endura is working to offset their transportation and shipping emissions; what we all can do to mitigate the carbon footprint of the apparel we use, and much more.

The Ginger Runner's Ethan Newberry goes on Blister's Off The Couch podcast to discuss how he started The Ginger Runner, The Barkley Banana, how the Ginger Runner has progressed, and more

GingerRunner, Ethan Newberry, on Acting, Anxiety, the Barkley Banana, & Shoe Reviews (Ep.82)

March 2, 2021March 2, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Brendan Leonard and Jonathan Ellsworth talk to TheGingerRunner, Ethan Newberry, about life before GingerRunner; what led Ethan to start GR and how it has evolved; anxiety and mental health; his partnership with Kim Teshima Newberry; and of course, shoe reviews.

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July 24, 2025March 1, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

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David Golay, Noah Bodman, & Jonathan Ellsworth discuss on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast the 2021 UCI Downhill Mountain Bike Season, Team Changes, Predictions, and more

The New Race Landscape (Ep.54)

February 25, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re discussing the major rider and team moves in the world of men’s DH and women’s DH; we place our $1000 predictions on the upcoming season; and we discuss some of the news and moves in the freeride and enduro scene, too.

Gordon Gianniny goes on Blister's Off The Couch podcast to discuss the Moab Red Hot, Black Canyon Ultra, Saucony Switchback2, and The North Face Flight Vectiv.

Moab Red Hot & Black Canyon Ultras Recap + New-Tech Trail Shoes (Ep.81)

February 23, 2021February 23, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’ve got some race recaps for you; our initial impressions of Saucony’s Switchback2 (which features the BOA system); and we discuss the arrival of the first carbon-plated trail shoe, The North Face’s Flight Vectiv.

Shop Talk: Gear West, Long Lake, MN (Ep.136)

February 19, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Mark "Osman" Osell and Jeff Perry from Gear West in Long Lake, Minnesota, to talk about the Minnesota ski scene; the Gear West campus; dropping cliffs in the Iowa backcountry; the fantastic bike culture of Minnesota, and more.

David Golay goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss the Privateer 161, Canyon Stoic, wheel sizes, & more

Reviewer Reports: Privateer 161; Suspension Roundup; Aggressive Hardtails; & Wheel Size (Ep.53)

February 19, 2021February 19, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re discussing the Privateer 161; offering more fork and shock comparisons; wrapping our heads around Marin’s aggressive hardtail; and our bike editor makes the case for why you might want to reconsider swearing allegiance to one particular wheel size.

Reviewing the Reviewer: Dylan Wood (Ep.135)

February 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In the hot seat: Blister mountain bike and ski reviewer, Dylan Wood.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Luke Koppa review the Blizzard Cochise 106 for Blister

2021-2022 Blizzard Cochise 106

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blizzard updated their all-mountain charger this season, and it’s now time for us to weigh in on the updated Cochise 106. Check out our full review & Deep Dive comparisons.

Deep Dive: Blizzard Cochise 106

February 12, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We compare the Cochise 106 to the previous Cochise, the Volkl Katana 108, Prior Husume, Black Crows Corvus, Rossignol Blackops Sender Ti, Folsom Blister Pro 104, Fischer Ranger 107 Ti, Dynastar M-Pro 105, Nordica Enforcer 100, Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, K2 Mindbender 108Ti, 4FRNT MSP 107, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, J Skis Hotshot, Salomon QST 106, Dynastar M-Free 108, & ON3P Woodsman 108.

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Brooklyn Bell goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas Podcast to discuss mountain biking, skiing, art, figure skating, frogs, and much more

Brooklyn Bell on Biking, Art, Skiing, & More (Ep.52)

February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Brooklyn Bell is a mountain biker and a skier and an artist and a former figure skater and a future frog scientist (maybe). So we talk about all of that and a whole lot more, including Brooklyn’s current big idea.

Brendan Leonard discusses on Blister's Off The Couch podcast his new book, I Hate Running and You Can Too, the background behind the book, his relationship with running, and more

Brendan’s New Book: I Hate Running and You Can Too (Ep.80)

February 9, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our Off The Couch co-host, Brendan Leonard, has a new book coming out, so Jonathan talked to him about zen koans, piñatas, other running books, kids, and why Jonathan thinks you should read this book whether you hate running, or love it.

The Blister Summit: What It Is, Why We Made It, & Why You Should Come (Ep.134)

February 5, 2021February 5, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our inaugural Blister Summit launches in less than two weeks! So Kristin Sinnott, our Blister Summit director, and Jonathan talk about the origins of the idea, why we think it’s important; why we think you should come!; and we cover a ton of the details and logistics of this first-of-its-kind event in the snowsports world.

Privateer Bike's Sam Meegan goes on Blister's Bikes & Big Ideas podcast to discuss the company's history, philosophy on bike design, and future

Privateer Bikes: Origins, Philosophy, & Trajectory (Ep.51)

February 11, 2021February 3, 2021 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Sam Meegan of Privateer Bikes, which is a company that has been pushing forward certain aspects of bike design that have been gaining broader acceptance in the bike industry. So come to learn more about Privateer, but stick around to hear Sam’s big idea about how to revolutionize a whole other product category.

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