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Dylan Wood & Luke Koppa Blister mountain bike review on the Hustle Bike Labs Avery REMtech magnetic pedals

Hustle Avery REMTech Magnetic Clipless Pedals

November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 by Dylan Wood

Hustle's Avery REMtech pedal is the latest take on a magnetic MTB pedal that aims to bring you the best of both the clipless and flat-pedal worlds. Two of our reviewers — one clipless fan, one flats fan — spent several months using the Avery to see where it shines, how it compares to traditional options, how much metal debris is actually on their local trails, and more. Check out their full review.

David Golay Blister mountain bike review on the Cannondale Scalpel HT

2021 Cannondale Scalpel HT

November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 by David Golay

The Cannondale Scalpel has been a full-suspension XC race bike for almost 20 years, but now there’s a hardtail version — and its geometry is pretty wild. Check out this new, ultra-progressive take on an XC race bike.

Vorsprung Secus Fork Air Spring Upgrade

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 by David Golay

We've now tested the Vorsprung Secus in the RockShox ZEB, and have only grown more impressed. Check out our full review to find out what makes this air spring upgrade so good.

David Golay Blister mountain bike review on the Reserve Fillmore Valves

Reserve Fillmore Tubeless Valves

November 5, 2021November 3, 2021 by David Golay

Tubeless valves aren’t typically the most “exciting” things out there, but Reserve Wheels have made a genuinely better one, dubbed the Fillmore. Check out what makes them so special.

Hope Evo Crankset

November 2, 2021 by David Golay

Hope’s updated Evo crankset is reportedly designed for everything from XC to DH, and it stands out from most aluminum cranks due to its low weight & made-in-UK design. Check out our review for more on how it compares to the competition.

Canfield Lithium

November 4, 2021October 26, 2021 by Dylan Wood

The Canfield Lithium is a highly capable Enduro bike that’s also much more versatile than its travel numbers might suggest. Check out our full review for everything that makes the Lithium stand out.

Dakine Agent Knee Pad

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 by Zack Henderson

Dakine's newest Agent knee pad is reportedly for "those who earn their airtime.” But are these best for those who like to pedal all day, folks who are primarily focused on rough descents, or people who do both? Check out our review.

Dylan Wood and Luke Koppa Blister mountain bike review on the Commencal Meta TR 29

2021 Commencal Meta TR 29

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 by Luke Koppa

Two of our reviewers spent several months on Commencal's downhill-oriented Trail bike, the Meta TR 29. Check out our video & written full reviews for their thoughts on who it suits and how it compares to several other bikes in its class.

Noah Bodman reviews the Leatt 5.0 Clipless Shoe for Blister

Leatt 5.0 Clipless Shoes

October 21, 2021October 13, 2021 by Noah Bodman

Leatt’s 5.0 Clipless shoe offers downhill-worthy protection in a package that still pedals impressively well — and it’s competitively priced. That sounds great, but is there a catch?

2022 Trek Top Fuel

January 3, 2022October 7, 2021 by David Golay

The Top Fuel has been in Trek’s lineup for nearly 20 years now, but they’ve just overhauled it and the 2022 model is a very different beast. Check out our First Look for all the details.

Women’s Blister Mountain Bike Review on the Short Roundup — 2021, Part 2

Women’s Mountain Bike Short Roundup — 2021, Part 2

October 9, 2021October 6, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

We're back with another roundup of women's mountain bike shorts, this time with six options from Dakine, Club Ride, 7mesh, Machines For Freedom, Wild Rye, and Flylow.

Dylan Wood Blister mountain bike review on the Rudy Project Crossway

Rudy Project Crossway Helmet

October 6, 2021 by Dylan Wood

Rudy Project's Crossway Helmet is a lightweight, well-ventilated option for XC and Trail riding. Check out our review to see how it compares to the competition, and if it'd make sense for you.

2022 Commencal Meta SX

October 4, 2021 by David Golay

Commencal’s Meta line has grown a mullet — check out our First Look for more info on the brand-new, mixed-wheel Meta SX.

David Golay Blister mountain bike review on the Guerrilla Gravity Pedalhead

2021 Guerrilla Gravity Pedalhead

September 28, 2021 by David Golay

Guerrilla Gravity’s Pedalhead hardtail just got a major update, and we've been spending a whole bunch of time on it. Check out our full review for our thoughts on the bike that GG says is "built for everything from crushing singletrack miles to getting rad around town."

Dakine Seeker 18L Bike Hydration Backpack

August 29, 2022September 22, 2021 by Dylan Wood

Fanny packs are seemingly taking over the mountain bike world, but larger packs still have their place, and the Dakine Seeker 18 is a good one. Check out our full review.

David Golay Blister mountain bike review on the Transition Scout and Sentinel Alloy

2022 Transition Scout and Sentinel Alloy

September 21, 2021September 21, 2021 by David Golay

Transition has long offered both aluminum and carbon frame options on most of their bikes, but the aluminum option was missing from both the Scout and Sentinel — until now. The more affordable versions are back, and you can check out all the details in our First Look.