Gordon Gianniny

Blister Brand Guide: Blister details, differentiates, and explains the shoes in Columbia Montrail's 2020 running shoe lineup

Blister Brand Guide: Columbia Montrail Trail Running Shoes ’20

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While it doesn't include a huge number of shoes, Columbia-Montrail's 2020 trail running shoe lineup offers runners a few different options to suit specific needs, and is particularly appealing for those not looking to drop a ton of money on their next pair of shoes. Check out our Brand Guide to see how each shoe differs and which might be worth a look from you.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the La Sportiva Blizzard GTX for Blister

La Sportiva Blizzard GTX

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The Blizzard GTX is one of a few shoes on the market specifically designed for running on snow and ice. We've spent time in it doing just that, and in our full review, we go into who would really benefit from a specialized shoe like this, and who might be better off in something more versatile.
Gordon Gianniny running in the Salomon ADV Skin 5 Set, Gunnison, Colorado

Winter Running Gear Roundup

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Freezing temps and / or snowy trails mean your running gear plays a much larger role in how enjoyable your runs will be. Check out a few of the misc. pieces that some of our reviewers use just about every time they head out for a winter run.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Topo Athletic Mtn Racer for Blister

Topo Athletic Mtn Racer

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The Mtn Racer is designed to be a lightweight, high-cushion trail shoe for those who like to run fast over long distances and rough terrain. So how well does it live up to those claims, and how does it compare to other shoes in its class like the Altra Timp & Hoka Speedgoat? Check out our review.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Altra Superior 4.5 for Blister

Altra Superior 4.5

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The Superior remains Altra's most minimally cushioned, all-round trail shoe, but how different is the latest Superior 4.5 compared to prior iterations, and who should be considering the new shoe? Check out our review.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the La Sportiva Lycan II for Blister

La Sportiva Lycan II

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The original La Sportiva Lycan was designed to be a softer, wider, and more cushioned shoe for mellow, smooth trails. But with the new Lycan II, they went in a very different direction, positioning it as a mid-distance shoe for “rocky and highly technical terrain.” So how do the two versions compare, and why should you opt for the Lycan II over Sportiva’s numerous other “mountain running” shoes?
Gordon Gianniny reviews the La Sportiva Jackal for Blister

La Sportiva Jackal

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La Sportiva has become known for making rugged, stable shoes for running in mountainous terrain. But with their new Jackal, they're targeting runners who want all-day comfort for longer outings, and we think they've done a good job of accomplishing that goal.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Hoka One One Evo Jawz for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

Hoka One One EVO Jawz

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Most brands now make at least one mud-oriented shoe for very technical terrain, and most of them are very niche. However, Hoka's aptly named EVO Jawz has proven to be surprisingly versatile, and seems particularly appealing to those looking for maximum grip and stability — even on longer runs.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Altra Timp 2.0 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

Altra Timp 2.0

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Altra made several significant updates to their high-cushion Timp and we think that, for many people, the new Timp 2.0 is a better shoe in most regards. Check out our review to see how this versatile, cushioned shoe compares to the previous Timp 1.5 and several other shoes on the market.
Gordon Gianniny reviews the Salomon S/Lab Sense 8 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

Salomon S/Lab Sense 8

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The Salomon S/Lab Sense 8 is an example of a product that's designed to do a pretty specific thing, and that does that exceptionally well. But what about using it outside of racing and fast runs? Check out our review.
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