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David Golay reviews the BTR Ranger 27.5 for Blister

2019 BTR Ranger 27.5

August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 by David Golay

“Enduro Hardtail” — sound like an oxymoron? Well BTR, a custom builder out of England, makes them, and one of our reviewers has spent the past 2 years riding their long and slack steel hardtail, with some surprising conclusions. Check out the full review of the BTR Ranger.

David Golay reviews the Nicolai / Geometron G16 Mojo Special Edition bike for Blister

2019 Nicolai / GeoMetron G16

August 19, 2019August 13, 2019 by David Golay

Every brand is now making longer and slacker bikes, but few have taken this approach to the extremes of Nicolai. So, how does their ultra-long and ultra-slack G16 Enduro bike actually perform on trail, and how does it compare to the more moderate competition? Check out our full review of the G16.

WTB Ranger 2.4 Tire

July 24, 2019 by Xan Marshland

WTB recently introduced some narrower versions of its Ranger tire, and we think the Ranger 2.4 is a competitive option for those seeking a nice balance of low rolling resistance and traction in their XC or Trail tire.

Dylan Wood reviews the Santa Cruz Hightower LT For Blister

2019 Santa Cruz Hightower LT

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by Dylan Wood

With the introduction of the redesigned Hightower and new Megatower, you’re probably going to see a lot of Santa Cruz Hightower LTs on the used market. So we put together a full review of the Hightower LT, and we think it’s still a great bike for those seeking a nice balance of playfulness and stability in their Trail bike.

Noah Bodman reviews the Kuat Highline Trunk Bike Rack for BLISTER

Kuat Highline Trunk Rack

July 19, 2019July 18, 2019 by Noah Bodman

There are plenty of different ways to carry bikes on your car, but not everyone wants (or needs) an expensive, semi-permanent hitch or roof rack. That's why trunk racks like the Kuat Highline exist, and the Highline is a great choice in this category.

Noah Bodman reviews the Enve M730 Wheels for Blister

Enve M730 Wheels — Long-Term Review

July 16, 2019July 15, 2019 by Noah Bodman

We’ve now spent over nine months on Enve’s M730 carbon wheels, and you can check out our full review for our thoughts on their ride quality, notable features, long-term durability, and who should be considering them.

Kara Williard reviews the Wild Rye Freel Short, Marion Chammy, and Sandia Shirt for BLISTER

Wild Rye Freel Short, Marion Chammy, & Sandia Shirt

July 10, 2019July 8, 2019 by Kara Williard

Wild Rye is a women’s-specific apparel company that’s designing pieces that stand out not only in terms of style, but also performance. Check out our review of their Freel Shorts, Marion Chammy, and Sandia Shirt.

Eric Freson reviews the Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Live Valve for Blister

2019 Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Live Valve

June 25, 2019 by Eric Freson

After 3 months of testing, here is our full review of both Pivot’s Mach 5.5 Carbon bike, and Fox’s “Live Valve” electronic suspension system that’s available on the Mach 5.5.

Noah Bodman reviews the Lab Austere Minimize Hydration Lumbar Pack, Trunk Roll Up Tool Kit, and Simplify Wallet for BLISTER

Lab Austere Hydration Pack, Tool Kit, & Wallet

June 17, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Lab Austere is a new brand that's aiming to make simple — and more importantly, very useful — MTB accessories. Check out our review of their Minimize Hydration Lumbar Pack, Trunk Roll Up Tool Kit, and Simplify Wallet.

Banks Kriz reviews the Transition Smuggler Carbon for Blister

2019 Transition Smuggler Carbon

June 14, 2019April 28, 2019 by Banks Kriz

Transition says their Smuggler is a bike that “defies categorization.” So, where does it actually fit in the Trail / All-Mountain category? Check out our full review.

Enve M7 Bar & M7 Stem

April 20, 2019 by Noah Bodman

If you're looking for a bar & stem that offer an excellent balance of low weight, stiffness, and enough vibration damping for long days on the trail, Enve's M7 Bar & Stem are worth a very good look.

Showers Pass IMBA Jacket

February 14, 2019 by Xan Marshland

Finding the right MTB shell is tricky. It has to protect you from wind and water, breathe during climbs, and shrug off impacts with branches, rocks, and occasionally, the ground. So how well does the Showers Pass IMBA Jacket balance these traits? Check out our full review.

Noah Bodman reviews the Pivot Shuttle for Blister

2019 Pivot Shuttle

June 21, 2019January 21, 2019 by Noah Bodman

The Pivot Shuttle is one of the lightest e-bikes out there. So how does it compare to traditional mountain bikes, and who should be considering it? Check out our review.

Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Vigilante 2.6 and Trail Boss 2.6 for Blister

WTB Vigilante 2.6 and Trail Boss 2.6 Tires

January 22, 2019January 19, 2019 by Noah Bodman

Some wider tires feel very similar to their narrower versions, while others feel like entirely different products. So which category do the 2.6" versions of the WTB Trail Boss and Vigilante fall into, and what do you gain or lose by going with the wider versions? Check out our review.