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Eric Melson reviews the Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon Helmet, Blister Gear Review

Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon Helmet

November 21, 2014 by Eric Melson
The Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon is a lightweight, good-looking full-face that offers great protection.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Stella Selden reviews the Pearl Izumi Canyon shorts, Blister Gear Review

Pearl Izumi Canyon Shorts and Superstar Skirt

November 17, 2014November 15, 2014 by Stella Selden
The Pearl Izumi Canyon Shorts and Superstar Skirt are lightweight and comfortable for biking, but it may be a good idea to try them on first.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Lexi Dowdall reviews Club Ride women's bike shorts and bike jerseys for Blister Gear Review

Club Ride Women’s Bike Apparel

October 18, 2014 by Lexi Dowdall
Club Ride's women's bike apparel is a combination of high performance and great style.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Specialized Enduro Comp Jersey, Enduro Sport Shorts, and Enduro Gloves, Blister Gear Review

2014 Specialized Bike Apparel

October 3, 2014 by Noah Bodman
Some of our bike reviewers tested a range of Specialized's bike apparel on our recent trip to Whistler, BC. Here’s what they found.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Alpinestars Bionic Neck Support Tech Carbon, Blister Gear Review

Alpinestars Bionic Neck Support Tech Carbon

September 27, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Alpinestars Bionic Neck Support Tech Carbon is a lightweight neck brace that allows for a good range of motion.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews

2014 Dakine Bike Apparel

September 26, 2014September 26, 2014 by Eric Melson
Some of our bike reviewers tested a range of Dakine’s bike apparel on our recent trip to Whistler, BC. Here's what they found.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
review of the Race Face Ambush jersey and shorts, Blister Gear Review

Race Face Ambush 3/4 Jersey & Shorts

August 17, 2014August 9, 2014 by Eric Melson
The Race Face Ambush shorts are tough and have big, functional pockets, while the jersey is cut well and has a very useful built-in feature.
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Tom Collier reviews the Race Face Nano Pullover jacket, Blister Gear Review.

Race Face Nano Pullover Jacket

December 27, 2021August 5, 2014 by Tom Collier
The Race Face Nano Pullover is a lightweight, packable shell with a biking-specific fit. If the weather changes quickly where you ride, it's great to have in your pack.
Categories Apparel, Apparel & Armor, Jackets, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Race Face Team Chute Jacket, Blister Gear Review.

Race Face Team Chute Jacket

August 17, 2014July 31, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Race Face Team Chute jacket will keep you dry on wet, muddy rides, it's more durable than your average rain jacket, and it won't cost you a fortune.
Categories Apparel, Apparel & Armor, Featured, Jackets, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Alpinestars Alps Kevlar knee guard, Blister Gear Review.

Alpinestars Alps Kevlar Knee Guard

September 25, 2014July 23, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Alpinestars Alps Kevlar is a reasonably priced, middle-of-the-road option between heavy duty plastic knee/shinguards, and lightweight, flexible knee pads.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Dana Allen reviews the Veer short from Pearl Izumi, Blister Gear Review

Pearl Izumi Men’s Veer Short

June 6, 2014 by Dana Allen
The Pearl Izumi Veer is a baggy trail short that is comfortable and breathable.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Noah Bodman reviews the Smith Forefront helmet, Blister Gear Review

Smith Forefront Helmet

May 27, 2016May 15, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Forefront is Smith's first bike helmet, and it's impressive. It ventilates well, it's the lightest we've tested, and it uses an interesting new construction material.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Helmets, Recommended, Reviews
review of the Zoic Ether and Highland Jersey, Blister Gear Review

Zoic Ether LT Shorts & Highland Jersey

September 29, 2014April 20, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Zoic Ether Shorts and Highland Jersey are well designed riding pieces, great for cooler spring conditions.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
POC Crane Helmet, Blister Gear Review.

POC Crane Helmet

November 17, 2021October 23, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
The POC Crane is a durable, lightweight helmet suitable for your urban / park / freeride / enduro pursuits.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Swiftwick sustain, Blister Gear Review.

Swiftwick Socks

October 21, 2013October 19, 2013 by Noah Bodman
These socks from Swiftwick are designed to be better for the environment, without sacrificing wicking abilities or comfort.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Interbike Random Bits, Blister Gear Review.

Interbike Roundup

October 14, 2013 by Noah Bodman
A look at some of the noteworthy new products we played with during the Interbike demo days, including the DVO Emerald fork, the Thomson dropper post, and the Smith Optics Forefront helmet.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Forks & Shocks, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Oakley Airbrake, Blister Gear Review.

Oakley Airbrake MX Goggle

August 27, 2013August 27, 2013 by Noah Bodman
The Oakley Airbrake MX sets a new standard for biking goggles with interchangeable lenses.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Icebreaker Sprite, Blister Gear Review.

Icebreaker Sprite Racerback Tank

August 18, 2013 by Stella Selden
Icebreaker's Sprite is a great option for women who want a comfortable, breathable tank that works as well outside on the bike as it does when you're lounging around the house.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Base Layers, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
POC Index DH, Blister Gear Review.

POC Index DH Glove

August 13, 2013August 13, 2013 by Noah Bodman
The Index DH is an extremely well made, durable glove with the added protection of VPD armoring. Blister reviewer Noah Bodman calls it the "highest quality bike glove" he's ever owned.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Club Ride Vibe Jersey, Blister Gear Review.

Club Ride Vibe Jersey

July 21, 2013 by Eric Melson
The Vibe jersey is Club Ride's latest addition to their lineup. It's as much a casual shirt as it is a technical piece of gear, and it works as well on the bike as it does in a local brewery.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
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