Debatable: Are 32″ Wheels the Future?
Where is 32” going to go? We’ve seen a broad range of excitement and cynicism from friends and industry folk, so we asked our reviewers to make some predictions.
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Debatable: Should Rampage Be Shut Down?
Like many of you, we have been thinking about and talking a lot about Red Bull Rampage over the past week. And given the number of athlete injuries — and the seriousness of some of those injuries — that occurred during practice sessions and during the competition, we ought to ask: has Rampage gone too far? Should it be shut down? Or modified? Or are injuries just a necessary part of what it takes to put on one of the most spectacular and truly mind-blowing sports events in the world?
Debatable: Short on Time? Skip the eMTB, Go XC
eMountain Bikes are dominating sales, but reviewer Zack Henderson argues that your next ride actually ought to be an XC bike. Check out his argument, and let us know what you think.
Update: Revised Public Land Sale Still a Terrible Idea
The Senate is still trying to sell more than a million acres of our public lands, and their revised proposal is still insultingly disingenuous — both to those who enjoy the outdoors and those seeking affordable housing. Here’s the latest, and why voicing your opinion is so urgent and important.
No, Thank YOU
In our latest Open Mic piece, Brendan Leonard tells us how to deal with a world full of F@!% Yous.
Risk, Consequence, & an 8-Step Checklist
In this Open Mic piece, Hadley Hammer offers lots of food for thought, and an 8-Step checklist that each of us would do well to act on.
Do Eric Freson Things
A lot can be learned from the life of our friend and fellow Blister reviewer, Eric Freson, and the example he set. In today’s Open Mic, you’ll hear from some of the people who knew him best and loved him most, about what it really means to ‘Do Eric Freson Things.’
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Become a BLISTER+ member, save a lot of dough. Check out our newest deals, including 15% off RUX's unique gear-hauling & storage products, 20% off skis from 4FRNT, 15% off carbon wheels from We Are One, 40% off Mountain Sense's snow-safety courses, & dozens more!
We asked the Pros: What’s the 1st Ski You Loved? | Video
At Blister Summit 2024, we asked Cody Townsend, Elyse Saugstad, Eric "Hoji" Hjorleifson, Drew Petersen, & Sander Hadley to tell us about the first ski they truly loved — and their answers did not disappoint.
Blister Summit 2024: A Brief Recap of an Epic Event
Blister Summit 2024 was an absolute blast, and here’s a recap of some of the highlights — including lots of photos — from our favorite week of the winter.
The Key to Happiness?
In our latest Open Mic, Sander Hadley sets the astronomical and meteorological records straight, and has some thoughts on how to be happy.
Which Skis Would You Bring Back from the Dead?
Here at Blister, we hate to see good gear get discontinued. But what if you could resurrect one of your favorites? That's what we asked several of our reviewers — what would YOU pick?
Harvest
In her latest Open Mic piece, Angel Collinson asks each of us about ‘that place,’ and what we are harvesting?
Room for Improvement
What is -- and what should be -- the role of an outdoor athlete? In our latest Open Mic piece, professional skier, Sander Hadley, shares his thoughts.
A Recipe, by Brendan Leonard
In our latest Open Mic piece, Brendan Leonard shares a recipe and asks us to consider, What is ‘Real’?
Identity, Dreams, & Dislocations
In our latest Open Mic piece, Eric Booton shares a story that many of us probably need to hear.
Steeping / What Are We Even Doing, Anyways??
In her latest Open Mic piece, Angel reflects on ‘normal’ life, moving at warp speed, and the art of steeping.
Topic of the Week: Parenting & How Risky is Too Risky?
Parenting. It can be challenging, rewarding, exhausting, and … controversial. Recently a video went viral showing some risky parenting. What's your take?
Skiing “and”
In our latest Open Mic piece, Hadley Hammer offers a very poetic yet very concrete look at what skiing means to her (and what it means to you, too).
Moving, The Machine, & ‘More’
In her latest Open Mic piece, Angel explores the experience of moving, the art of owning stuff, and tips for ‘la resistance.'