Noah Bodman, Author at BLISTER

2021 Fox Transfer Dropper Post

August 24, 2020 by Noah Bodman

The Fox Transfer dropper post has been one of the more reliable options on the market in the past, and they made some notable updates for 2021 that we think make the newest iteration even more appealing. Check out our full review.

WTB Verdict & Judge

July 2, 2020July 1, 2020 by Noah Bodman

The Judge & Verdict are two of WTB's newest, aggressive tire options and we've put around 500 miles on them. Check out our review to see what makes them stand out in this crowded category, and how they compare to similar options like the Maxxis Minion DHF & DHRII.

Tannus Armour Tire Inserts

June 25, 2020 by Noah Bodman

We've had more reviewers using the Tannus Armour tire inserts, and have updated our review with thoughts on long-term durability; how the inserts perform when primarily used in a rear tire; and how noticeable the different ride quality will feel to beginners and intermediates.

Noah Bodman & David Golay review the Guerrilla Gravity Smash for Blister

2020 Guerrilla Gravity Smash

April 24, 2020April 13, 2020 by Noah Bodman

We’ve now had two reviewers convert Guerrilla Gravity's 120mm-travel Trail Pistol to their 145mm-travel Smash (an option that's noteworthy in itself) and they both think the Smash is one of the more versatile and easy-to-recommend bikes in the Trail category. Check out our full review of the Smash.

Noah Bodman reviews the Guerrilla Gravity Trail Pistol for Blister

2020 Guerrilla Gravity Trail Pistol

March 10, 2021January 23, 2020 by Noah Bodman

Reviewer David Golay has also been spending time on Guerrilla Gravity's aggressive short-travel bike, the Trail Pistol, and he now offers his take on the bike.

Noah Bodman reviews the Alchemy Arktos 29 for Blister

2019 Alchemy Arktos 29

November 14, 2019October 6, 2019 by Noah Bodman

While there are now lots of “do-it-all” Trail bikes on the market, the Alchemy Arktos 29 brings something a bit different to the table. Check out our full review for more.

CushCore Pro Tire Inserts

September 16, 2019 by Noah Bodman

We recently published Noah Bodman's take on CushCore's Pro tire inserts, and now David Golay adds his thoughts. Check them out here.

Blister Mountain Biking 101: Fit & Geometry; how to interpret a mountain bike geometry chart

Biking 101: Bike Fit & Geometry — Part 1

September 17, 2019September 15, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Selecting the “right” bike means selecting the right *size* bike — and understanding how a bike’s “geometry” affects that. So check out our Bike Fit & Geometry 101 article to learn more about a bike’s geometry and how it affects both fit and performance.

Noah Bodman reviews the Kuat Highline Trunk Bike Rack for BLISTER

Kuat Highline Trunk Rack

July 19, 2019July 18, 2019 by Noah Bodman

There are plenty of different ways to carry bikes on your car, but not everyone wants (or needs) an expensive, semi-permanent hitch or roof rack. That's why trunk racks like the Kuat Highline exist, and the Highline is a great choice in this category.

Noah Bodman reviews the Enve M730 Wheels for Blister

Enve M730 Wheels — Long-Term Review

July 16, 2019July 15, 2019 by Noah Bodman

We’ve now spent over nine months on Enve’s M730 carbon wheels, and you can check out our full review for our thoughts on their ride quality, notable features, long-term durability, and who should be considering them.

Noah Bodman reviews the Lab Austere Minimize Hydration Lumbar Pack, Trunk Roll Up Tool Kit, and Simplify Wallet for BLISTER

Lab Austere Hydration Pack, Tool Kit, & Wallet

June 17, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Lab Austere is a new brand that's aiming to make simple — and more importantly, very useful — MTB accessories. Check out our review of their Minimize Hydration Lumbar Pack, Trunk Roll Up Tool Kit, and Simplify Wallet.

Enve M7 Bar & M7 Stem

April 20, 2019 by Noah Bodman

If you're looking for a bar & stem that offer an excellent balance of low weight, stiffness, and enough vibration damping for long days on the trail, Enve's M7 Bar & Stem are worth a very good look.

Mammut Alvier Armor Hardshell Jacket

March 11, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Jackets with reinforced fabrics used to bulky and often uncomfortable. But a few companies have come up with new ways to seamlessly reinforce their garments, and the Mammut Alvier Armor Jacket takes this technology and packages it into a versatile ski shell. Check out our full review.

Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pants

February 27, 2019 by Noah Bodman

The Mammut Alvier Hardshell Pant is what happens when you combine a stretchy vest with a waterproof ski pant. So how does that impact the usual pros and cons of hardshell bibs? Check out our full review.

Noah Bodman reviews the Pivot Shuttle for Blister

2019 Pivot Shuttle

June 21, 2019January 21, 2019 by Noah Bodman

The Pivot Shuttle is one of the lightest e-bikes out there. So how does it compare to traditional mountain bikes, and who should be considering it? Check out our review.

Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Vigilante 2.6 and Trail Boss 2.6 for Blister

WTB Vigilante 2.6 and Trail Boss 2.6 Tires

January 22, 2019January 19, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Some wider tires feel very similar to their narrower versions, while others feel like entirely different products. So which category do the 2.6" versions of the WTB Trail Boss and Vigilante fall into, and what do you gain or lose by going with the wider versions? Check out our review.