2020 Yeti SB130
We’ve had more reviewers spending more time on Yeti’s mid-travel 29er, and have updated our review of the SB130.
Mountain Bikes
Mojo MORC 40 Offset-Reducing Crowns
Last year we started to see several of the best DH racers in the world using non-standard fork crowns, many of which turned out to be the Mojo MORC 40. They’re now available to the public, and we’ve been testing these offset-reducing crowns to see just how much of an impact they make on trail, and whether or not you need to be a World Cup racer to appreciate them.
Blister Brand Guide: Evil Mountain Bike Lineup
Evil has taken a different approach than many to building both their bikes and their brand. Their current lineup covers a wide range, from shorter-travel 29ers to Enduro sleds, and you can check out our brand guide to see which of their bikes might be right for you.
Revel RW30 Wheels
Revel claims that their new RW30 carbon wheels are not only more durable and better damped than other carbon rims, but also more easily recyclable and similarly lightweight. These are some pretty bold claims, so check out our review to see how they went about doing this and our initial on-trail impressions.
Blister Brand Guide: Norco Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
One of the oldest mtb brands, Norco’s current lineup consists of everything from budget hardtails to World Cup DH bikes and everything in between. Check out our Brand Guide to get an idea of their current line and which bike might best suit you.
2020 Santa Cruz Megatower
We’ve now had two reviewers on Santa Cruz’s 160mm-travel 29er and have updated our review with more thoughts on what kinds of riders will appreciate it and how it compares to its predecessor, the Santa Cruz Hightower LT.
Blister Brand Guide: Transition Mountain Bike Lineup
Transition’s mountain bike lineup has undergone some big changes recently, though their progressive approach to geometry & broad-ranging lineup remains. Check out our Brand Guide to see what sets each of their bikes apart.
Maxxis Assegai
The Maxxis Assegai was created as a blend of several of their most popular tires. In our full review of the Assegai we dive into how it differs from the ubiquitous Minion DHF, and who we think will get along with this very aggressive tire with a totally not-funny name.
2020 Guerrilla Gravity Smash
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.
Blister Brand Guide: Rocky Mountain’s Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Rocky Mountain has been making bikes since 1981 and, like many brands these days, they make a very wide assortment of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide to see how each of their bikes differ and which might be the best fit for you.
Blister Brand Guide: Kona Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Kona has been making bikes since 1988 and they now make everything from budget-priced hardtails to plenty of versatile Trail bikes and long-travel Enduro & DH rigs. Check out our Brand Guide to see which Kona bike might be best for you.
Blister Brand Guide: Scott Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
You’ll see riders on Scott bikes in everything from Cross Country to EWS to Downhill races, and their mountain bike lineup reflects that. Check out our Brand Guide to see which Scott mountain bike might work best for you.
2020 Transition Scout
Transition just released an updated version of their mid-travel 27.5” bike, the Scout, and the new bike looks like a very intriguing mix of playful and aggressive. Check out our thoughts in our First Look.
2020 Guerrilla Gravity Trail Pistol
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.
Blister Brand Guide: Giant / Liv Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Giant is the largest bike manufacturer in the world, so it makes sense that Giant and its sister brand, Liv, make a wide range of mountain bikes. Check out our Brand Guide to quickly figure out how each Giant & Liv bike differs, and which one might work best for you.
Blister Brand Guide: Ibis Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Ibis started back in 1981, and now makes a variety of bikes from hardtails to Enduro sleds. Check out our Brand Guide for our breakdown of their lineup, and see which bike might be the best fit for you.
Blister Brand Guide: Yeti Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Yeti has been making mountain bikes since 1985, but their lineup has changed a lot since then and now includes a pretty wide range of options. Check out our Brand Guide to quickly & easily figure out what sets each Yeti bike apart from the other and which one might be best for you.
2020 Trek Fuel EX
This year Trek overhauled their most popular Trail bike, the Fuel EX, and we’ve started spending time on the Fuel EX 9.8 XT. Check out our First Look and initial on-trail impressions.
High Above Lookout Hip Pack
Fanny / hip packs have been making a resurgence, and are no longer limited to 90’s throwback parties or dads on vacation. We’ve been using the High Above Lookout pack, made with modern, technical materials in Bellingham, Washington, and you can check out our full review for more.
Blister Brand Guide: Commencal Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
Commencal is one of a few direct-to-consumer MTB brands, which means many of their bikes are significantly cheaper than their competitors. They also make several bikes that cover a pretty broad range of end uses, so check out our Brand Guide to figure out which of their bikes could be a good fit for you.