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Blister Summit ’22 — Recap & Photo Story

March 1, 2022 by Luke Koppa

And just like that, our 2022 Blister Summit has wrapped up. Summit B was an absolute blast, with bluebird skies, soft snow, fantastic panel discussions, and more. Check out our recap and stay tuned for tons of videos and reviews in the coming weeks.

Luke Koppa reviews the K2 Reckoner 122 for Blister

Trip Report: Eleven Cat Skiing

February 4, 2020 by Luke Koppa

We recently headed out to Irwin, Colorado, with Eleven Cat Skiing to do some very proper pow ski testing. Check out our trip report for a full recap and more info.

Blister's mountain biking and climbing trip in Moab with 57hours

Our Climbing & MTB Trip with 57hours

November 19, 2019November 15, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

With the help of 57hours and our guide, Willie Benegas, we spent a few days biking and climbing around Moab — check out our recap video and trip report.

Blister's Recap of the 2018 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Trade Show

Most Notable New Products: Outdoor Retailer, Winter 2018

November 14, 2018November 12, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Here is our recap of and a bunch of our thoughts on the most notable new products for 2019-2020 that we saw at last week’s Winter Outdoor Retailer show.

Noah Bodman's Trans BC Enduro Stage Race Recap on Blister

Trans BC Enduro Stage Race — Recap & Bike Build Review

August 3, 2018July 31, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Our bike editor recently completed the Trans BC Enduro Stage Race — 6 days, ~145 miles, ~31,000 feet of climbing, ~45,000 feet of descending. Check out his recap of the event; how and why he picked his bike and build; and how everything performed. (This writeup is awesome, BTW.)

Trans BC Enduro Stage Race Bike Check, Noah Bodman on Blister

2018 Trans BC Enduro Stage Race — Intro & Bike Check

July 31, 2018July 7, 2018 by Noah Bodman

If you were going to enter a six-day Enduro stage race that covers 20+ miles and ~5000 feet of climbing each day, what would your ideal build look like? Our bike editor is heading to British Columbia for the Trans BC Enduro, and he talks about this “long-ass” event and the specific bike and build he’s put together for it.

Blister's trip report from Alpenglow Sports' Summer Mountain Festival

Alpenglow Sports Summer Mountain Festival 2018

June 27, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Last week we attended Alpenglow Sports’ Summer Mountain Festival, which is one of the coolest events happening in the outdoor sports world. Check out our trip report to learn more about it — and when to attend their Winter Mountain Festival next year.

Blister in Telluride – Powder Edition

March 22, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We wrapped up another excellent trip to Telluride this week, and while the first two trips featured glorious chalk, this last trip featured a lot of absolutely blower pow. Check out a few of the pics from this past Monday and Tuesday, and stay tuned for more reviews of the 18/19 gear we've been testing in Telluride.

Blister Photo Gallery from Telluride, CO

Blister in Telluride: Trip Report

March 8, 2018March 6, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re heading back to Telluride on Friday to test a lot more 18/19 gear. So while we mount up more skis, check out our trip report and gallery from the last trip, then come join us!

2017 Mountain Biking Gallery

November 5, 2017November 5, 2017 by Noah Bodman

It’s officially shoulder season, but this photo gallery is a little inspiration for those of you who aren’t ready to put the bike away.

Mt Bachelor Trip Report Blister Gear Review

Trip Report: Mt Bachelor

May 8, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

While we’re finishing up our reviews from Mt Bachelor, check out our photo gallery of where we were skiing and what we were up to

Mt Bachelor Spring trip Blister Gear Review

Spring Ski Review Trip – Mt Bachelor

May 5, 2017April 25, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’re heading back to Mount Bachelor with a heavy-hitting lineup of new skis. Check out what we’re bringing, and why you ought to join us.

Cy Whitling Winter OR 2017 for Blister Gear Review.

Winter OR 2017 Sneak Peeks

January 12, 2017January 11, 2017 by Cy Whitling

Here are some of the most intriguing products we saw (from Salomon, DPS, Black Diamond, and Mystery Ranch) on Day 1 at Winter Outdoor Retailers.

Blister Gear Review at Mt Bachelor for Wall Street Suites in Bend OR.

Trip Report: Mt Bachelor — 12.15.16

December 16, 2016December 15, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When you drop more than 5 feet of snow on thousands of acres of feature-filled terrain, things get really, really fun. Take a look...

Interbike 2016 Roundup

September 26, 2016September 26, 2016 by Noah Bodman

We've rounded up some of the most interesting new products we found at Interbike 2016.

Cy Whitling Photos for Blister Gear Review New Zealand High Brew Trip Report

Trip Report: Testing New Gear, Exploring New Zealand

September 19, 2016September 16, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We headed to Canterbury, NZ, to test new ski equipment and to explore this exquisite place.

Noah Bodman on the Blister Podcast for Blister Gear Review.

Blister Heads to Whistler

June 20, 2016 by Cy Whitling

We’re heading north again, this time to Whistler for our annual bike review trip.

Blister Gear Review Trip Report Mount Bachelor

Blister Heads Northwest: Mt. Bachelor

May 2, 2016May 1, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We're about to start day three on Mt. Bachelor, here are some initial thoughts on the mountain and what we've been skiing.

Cy Whitling mount olympus trip report for Blister Gear Review

Blister Heads Northwest: Mount Olympus, WA

April 30, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Cy’s driven 32 hours and 1600 miles in the last 5 days, here's why

Cy Whitling Cooke City trip Report Blister Gear Review.

Blister Heads Northwest: Cooke City

April 30, 2016April 29, 2016 by Cy Whitling

We're headed to Mt. Bachelor today, but here's an update on the start of our trip in Cooke City, Montana.

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