Dylan Wood, Author at BLISTER

Blister Brand Guide: Evil Mountain Bike Lineup

May 23, 2020May 23, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Evil has taken a different approach than many to building both their bikes and their brand. Their current lineup covers a wide range, from shorter-travel 29ers to Enduro sleds, and you can check out our brand guide to see which of their bikes might be right for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Norco Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

May 18, 2020 by Dylan Wood

One of the oldest mtb brands, Norco's current lineup consists of everything from budget hardtails to World Cup DH bikes and everything in between. Check out our Brand Guide to get an idea of their current line and which bike might best suit you.

Blister Brand Guide: Transition Mountain Bike Lineup

July 20, 2021May 9, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Transition's mountain bike lineup has undergone some big changes recently, though their progressive approach to geometry & broad-ranging lineup remains. Check out our Brand Guide to see what sets each of their bikes apart.

Blister Brand Guide: Rocky Mountain’s Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

April 24, 2020April 6, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Rocky Mountain has been making bikes since 1981 and, like many brands these days, they make a very wide assortment of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide to see how each of their bikes differ and which might be the best fit for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Kona Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

April 16, 2020March 26, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Kona has been making bikes since 1988 and they now make everything from budget-priced hardtails to plenty of versatile Trail bikes and long-travel Enduro & DH rigs. Check out our Brand Guide to see which Kona bike might be best for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Scott Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

October 18, 2021March 9, 2020 by Dylan Wood

You'll see riders on Scott bikes in everything from Cross Country to EWS to Downhill races, and their mountain bike lineup reflects that. Check out our Brand Guide to see which Scott mountain bike might work best for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Giant / Liv Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

November 9, 2021January 2, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Giant is the largest bike manufacturer in the world, so it makes sense that Giant and its sister brand, Liv, make a wide range of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide to quickly figure out how each Giant & Liv bike differs, and which one might work best for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Ibis Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

November 10, 2021December 23, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Ibis started back in 1981, and now makes a variety of bikes from hardtails to Enduro sleds. Check out our Brand Guide for our breakdown of their lineup, and see which bike might be the best fit for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Yeti Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

September 27, 2021December 12, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Yeti has been making mountain bikes since 1985, but their lineup has changed a lot since then and now includes a pretty wide range of options. Check out our Brand Guide to quickly & easily figure out what sets each Yeti bike apart from the other and which one might be best for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Commencal Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

May 17, 2020October 11, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Commencal is one of a few direct-to-consumer MTB brands, which means many of their bikes are significantly cheaper than their competitors. They also make several bikes that cover a pretty broad range of end uses, so check out our Brand Guide to figure out which of their bikes could be a good fit for you.

Blister Brand Guide: Trek Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

June 20, 2020October 8, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Trek is one of the largest bike manufacturers in the world, and they have an expansive MTB lineup. Check out our Brand Guide for an overview of all of their mountain bikes.

Blister Brand Guide: Pivot Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

June 20, 2020October 3, 2019 by Dylan Wood

When it comes to high-end tech, Pivot is one of the leaders in the industry, and they offer a wide range of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide to help you quickly get a handle on the Pivot MTB lineup.

Blister Brand Guide: Santa Cruz / Juliana Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

June 16, 2020September 19, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Santa Cruz and its sister brand, Juliana, have garnered a strong following over the years, and they make a wide range of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide for an overview of their entire lineups.

Blister Brand Guide: Specialized Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

July 6, 2020September 11, 2019 by Dylan Wood

In our new “Blister Brand Guide” series, we go over the entire product lineup of a brand, highlight how each product stands out from the rest of the lineup, and help you figure out quickly and easily which one might be best for you. First up on the MTB side: Specialized.

Dylan Wood reviews the Santa Cruz Hightower LT For Blister

2019 Santa Cruz Hightower LT

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by Dylan Wood

With the introduction of the redesigned Hightower and new Megatower, you’re probably going to see a lot of Santa Cruz Hightower LTs on the used market. So we put together a full review of the Hightower LT, and we think it’s still a great bike for those seeking a nice balance of playfulness and stability in their Trail bike.

Dylan Wood

April 12, 2024May 9, 2019 by Dylan Wood

Age: 25 | Vitals: 5’10.5”, 160 lbs. | Years mountain biking: 13 |

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Dylan Wood

April 21, 2023January 30, 2018 by Dylan Wood

Age: 24 | Vitals: 5’10”, ~155 lbs | Years Skiing: 21 | Current Residence: Gunnison, Colorado

(see my MTB profile)

Skiing Background

I grew up in Evergreen, Co

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