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Mountain Bike Reviews

Noah Bodman reviews the SRAM X1, Blister Gear Review.

SRAM X1 Drivetrain, Part 1

July 15, 2014July 14, 2014 by Noah Bodman
SRAM’s new X1 group isn’t just another 1x11 drivetrain, it’s a system poised to impact the whole industry. Here’s why.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Vigilante tire, Blister Gear Review

WTB Vigilante Tire

July 2, 2014July 2, 2014 by Noah Bodman
We've now tested the WTB Vigilante with reinforced "AM" casing. How does it compare to the lighter, standard version?
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Tires
Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Frequency Team i25 Rims, Blister Gear Review

WTB Frequency Team i25 Rims

July 8, 2014June 29, 2014 by Noah Bodman
WTB's Frequency Team i25 rims are reasonably priced, build up well, and work great as a tubeless setup.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Wheels
Yeti SB95 carbon, Blister Gear Review.

2014 Yeti SB95

June 26, 2014June 26, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Yeti SB95 does a great job riding the line between an all-arounder that likes going uphill, and an all-mountain bike that focuses on descending.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Eric Melson reviews the eThirteen TRS+ Race Cranks for Blister Gear Review

eThirteen TRS+ Race Cranks

June 22, 2014June 22, 2014 by Eric Melson
eThirteen’s TRS+ Race cranks are a great option for the 5-6” travel segment, but will also work well on any bike where weight and pedaling efficiency are a consideration.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Xpedo Spry flat pedals, Blister Gear Review

Xpedo Spry Flat Pedals

June 12, 2014June 11, 2014 by Tom Collier
The Xpedo Spry are some of the lighter and more affordable flat pedals on the market, but are they durable enough for you?
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Dana Allen reviews the Veer short from Pearl Izumi, Blister Gear Review

Pearl Izumi Men’s Veer Short

June 6, 2014 by Dana Allen
The Pearl Izumi Veer is a baggy trail short that is comfortable and breathable.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Pivot Mach 6, Blister gear Review.

2014 Pivot Mach 6 Carbon

May 26, 2014May 26, 2014 by Noah Bodman
Of all the bikes we rode at Interbike, the Pivot Mach 6 Carbon was the most rewarding to ride hard, and is extremely capable in pretty much every category.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Dana Allen reviews the Pearl Izumi Divide glove, Blister Gear Review

Pearl Izumi Divide Glove

May 23, 2014May 23, 2014 by Dana Allen
The Divide from Pearl Izumi is a solid choice if you're looking for a light, breathable glove with no padding.
Categories Gloves, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Eric Melson reviews the Trek Superfly 8, Blister Gear Review

Update: 2014 Trek Superfly 8

May 14, 2014May 4, 2014 by Eric Melson
After more time on the Trek Superfly 8, we're still impressed with its powerful, efficient, climbing performance. But will it suit your riding on the down?
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Kevin Bazar reviews the SRAM Pike RTC3 150mm, Blister Gear Review

RockShox Pike RCT3

April 29, 2014 by Kevin Bazar
The Rockshox Pike's low weight and great adjustability set the standard for trailbike forks.
Categories Forks & Shocks, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews

Five Ten Freerider VXi Elements

January 2, 2014January 2, 2014 by Tom Collier
The Freerider VXi Elements is a definite improvement over the old Impact, and works very well in wet, cold conditions.
Categories Featured, Footwear, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
45NRTH Nicotine, Blister Gear Review.

45NRTH Nicotine Tire

December 28, 2013 by Noah Bodman
If you want a 29er tire that puts a premium on traction and will go around a corner as fast as you want it to, the 45NRTH Nicotine is a great option.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Tires
Wolf Tooth components, Blister Gear Review.

Wolf Tooth Cyclocross Chainring

December 19, 2013 by Phil Grove
If you’re looking for a relatively inexpensive switch to a 1X setup for your cyclocross bike, the Wolf Tooth narrow / wide ring is a solid choice.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
ndustry 9 Enduro 29" Wheelset, Blister Gear Review.

Industry Nine Enduro 29″ Wheelset

December 15, 2013 by Noah Bodman
We tested these wheels for about a year and a half, and found them to be exceptionally durable and well designed.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Wheels
Trek Superfly 8, Blister Gear Review.

First Look: 2014 Trek Superfly 8

May 5, 2014December 5, 2013 by Eric Melson
In our first look at the Trek Superfly 8, we talk about fit and initial impressions of this XC hardtail.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews

Ogio Baja 70 Hydration Pack

November 29, 2013November 28, 2013 by Tom Collier
The Ogio Baja 70 Hydration Pack does exactly what it's intended to do: carry your essential ride supplies comfortably and securely.
Categories Backpacks, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews

2014 Santa Cruz Heckler

November 9, 2013November 8, 2013 by Phil Grove
The Heckler's been around for 18 years, but it got some major updates for 2014. We put it through its paces and found that it's still a versatile, all-mountain machine.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Icebreaker Sonic Short Sleeve, Blister gear Review.

Icebreaker Sonic Short Sleeve Half Zip

November 6, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
After testing the Sonic Short Sleeve, Jason Hutchins is left with one question—why aren't there more companies making wool MTB jerseys?
Categories Base Layers, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Specialized Command Post BlackLite, Blister gear Review.

Specialized Command Post BlackLite

October 27, 2013 by Noah Bodman
Blister's bike editor Noah Bodman put the Specialized Command Post BlackLite to the test, and found it lacking in a few key ways.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Saddles & Seatposts
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