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Mountain Bike Tires 101

December 27, 2021April 17, 2018 by Noah Bodman

While it might seem like they're pretty much all the same, the fact is that the right tire can make or break a bike. So what do you need to know about tires, and how do you figure out which ones will likely work best for you given how and where you ride? We've got some answers, recommendations, and a whole lot of information.

Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro Helmet

April 4, 2018 by Xan Marshland

With a removable chin bar, the Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro helmet gives riders the option of a half-shell helmet on the way up, and then full-face coverage on the way down. We’ve been very impressed by its versatility, and you can check out our full review here.

Preview: 2018 Ibis Ripmo

March 26, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Today, Ibis announced the Ripmo, a new 29er aimed at the Enduro and aggressive Trail crowd. Check out the specs and our initial impressions.

Noah Bodman reviews the Sram GX Eagle drivetrain for Blister Review

2017 Sram GX Eagle Drivetrain

April 22, 2018February 9, 2018 by Noah Bodman

The new Sram GX Eagle drivetrain is certainly competitive on price, but what about performance? We’ve been putting time on the GX Eagle, and you can now check out our in-depth review.

Ibis 742 Carbon Logo Wheels

January 20, 2018 by Noah Bodman

After 5 months of hard use, we’ve come away very impressed by the Ibis 742 Carbon Logo wheels’ overall performance, durability, and value.

Sweet Protection Delirious Jacket

January 11, 2018January 3, 2018 by Noah Bodman

A good shell is essential for cold and / or wet bike rides, and the Sweet Protection Delirious Jacket is one of the best cycling shells we’ve ever used.

Evoc Trail Builder Pack

December 14, 2017 by Noah Bodman

Trails need maintenance, and that requires a lot of gear. Evoc’s Trail Builder pack makes carrying all that gear a lot more comfortable, and it still rides well when loaded down.

Noah Bodman reviews Park Tool multi tools for Blister Review

Park IB-3, MT-40, & MTB-7 Multi-Tools

December 2, 2017 by Noah Bodman

Multi-tools are a basic necessity in any riding pack, so we took a look at 3 different ones from Park Tool to help you determine which you should carry.

Marti Bruce reviews the Terrene Wazia for Blister Review

Terrene Wazia Tire

December 2, 2017 by Marti Bruce

If you’re looking for a tire to extend your fat biking season into the snowier months, the Terrene Wazia is worth a look.

Pearl Izumi Launch Shorts and Summit Gloves

November 18, 2017 by Xan Marshland

From the trail to the bike park, we’ve been impressed by the versatility of Pearl Izumi’s recently updated Launch Shorts and Summit Gloves.

Xan Marshland reviews the Dakine Drafter 14L for Blister Review

Dakine Drafter 14L Pack

November 11, 2017 by Xan Marshland

The Dakine Drafter 14L is a breathable and comfortable solution for carrying gear on long bike rides (especially for riders who don’t generally like wearing a pack).

Mons Royale Redwood 3/4 Raglan T

November 3, 2017 by Noah Bodman

If you like merino wool but always thought it was too warm for really hot bike rides, the Mons Royale Redwood ¾ Raglan T may change your mind.

Noah Bodman reviews the Santa Cruz Hightower for Blister Review

2017 Santa Cruz Hightower

July 28, 2018October 17, 2017 by Noah Bodman

We've put about 1000 miles on one of the most popular trail bikes on the planet. So we weigh in on its durability, and also which configuration of the bike we liked best.

Noah Bodman reviews the Patrol 672 for Blister Review

2018 Patrol 672

October 8, 2017 by Noah Bodman

The Patrol 672 is a new budget-oriented Trail bike, so how how much “bang” do you actually get for your buck?

Smith Rover Helmet

July 4, 2018September 28, 2017 by Noah Bodman

The Smith Rover is a very breathable Trail helmet, but that breathability seems to come at the cost of durability.

10 Notable Things We Saw at Interbike

September 23, 2017September 23, 2017 by Noah Bodman

There’s lots of talk *about* Interbike these days, but what were the most noteworthy things we saw at Interbike? Here’s our Top 10.

Xan Marshland reviews the YT Capra AL Comp for Blister Review

2017 YT Capra AL Comp

September 15, 2017 by Xan Marshland

The Capra is a very downhill-oriented bike that offers a huge margin for error when things go awry. While it’s not a do-everything Trail bike, YT succeeded in making the Capra a bike that does exactly what a lot of riders want out of their long-travel rigs. And compared to just about every brand out there, the bang for the buck that YT offers is unbeatable.