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Mountain Bike Reviews

Noah Bodman reviews the IXS Dagger Knee Guard for Blister Gear Review.

IXS Dagger Knee Guards

July 13, 2016 by Noah Bodman
The IXS Dagger Knee Guard might just be the best kneepad for DH riding we've found.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews

First Look 2016 Diamondback Release 2

July 12, 2016 by Cy Whitling
We take a First Look at Diamondback’s new Release 2, and break down the build kit, as well as diving into why it might look a little familiar.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Ibis Ripley LS for Blister Gear Review.

First Look: Ibis Ripley LS

July 10, 2016 by Tom Collier
Ibis is now offering the Ripley 'LS' — but how much Longer & Slacker is it? We've spent 2 weeks on the bike so far, and here are our initial impressions.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Rocky Mountain Maiden Park for Blister Gear review.

2016 Rocky Mountain Maiden Park

July 7, 2016 by Noah Bodman
It took Rocky Mountain four years to develop their new Maiden DH bike, so was it worth the wait?
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Cy Whitling reviews the Thule T2 Pro for Blister Gear Review.

Thule T2 Pro Bike Rack

July 6, 2016 by Cy Whitling
The new Thule T2 Pro stands as a nice upgrade over the original T2 (now “T2 Classic”). We compare the two, and detail what’s changed and what stays the same.
Categories Bike Racks, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews

Dakine Low Rider 5L

September 13, 2016July 3, 2016 by Cy Whitling
The Dakine Low Rider 5L provides some compelling reasons to ditch your traditional hydration pack for a hip belt.
Categories Backpacks, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Tasha Heilweil reviews Five Ten Kestrel Lace Women's for Blister Gear Review.

Five Ten Kestrel Lace Women’s

June 23, 2016June 23, 2016 by Tasha Heilweil
The Five Ten Kestrel Lace Women’s has a narrower fit and some key changes that all riders — both guys and girls — who prefer a lower-volume fit will appreciate.
Categories Bike Shoes, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Cy Whitling reviews the Dakine Hellion for Blister Gear Review.

Dakine Hellion Knee Pads

June 21, 2016June 21, 2016 by Cy Whitling
Dakine’s Hellion Knee Pads are an affordable option for gravity riders.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Cy Whitling reviews the ACRE Hauser 14L for Blister Gear Review.

ACRE Hauser 14L Hydration Pack

June 9, 2016 by Cy Whitling
The ACRE Hauser 14L hydration pack places a premium on weatherproofing and carrying capacity.
Categories Backpacks, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Patagonia Dirt Craft Bike Shorts for Blister Gear Review.

Patagonia Men’s Dirt Craft Bike Shorts

June 4, 2016 by Noah Bodman
The Patagonia Dirt Craft shorts are well constructed bike shorts with a confusing fit.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews
Cy Whitling reviews the Scott Genius 700 Premium for Blister Gear Review

2016 Scott Genius 700 Premium

June 5, 2016June 4, 2016 by Cy Whitling
The Scott Genius 700 Premium makes “normal” trail riding (the kind that the majority of riders actually do) more efficient and fluid.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Leatt DBX 4.0 wind block and Lite for Blister Review.

Leatt DBX 4.0 Lite and DBX 4.0 Windblock Gloves

June 2, 2016 by Noah Bodman
Leatt's DBX 4.0 Lite and Windblock gloves both offer great protection but are tailored to different conditions.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Gloves, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Blister Gear Review

2016 Cannondale Habit Carbon 1

June 2, 2016June 2, 2016 by Noah Bodman
The Cannonade Habit Carbon 1 is a very light trail bike that favors XC-oriented riders.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Cy Whitling reviews the Five Ten Freerider ELC for Blister Gear Review.

Five Ten Freerider ELC

June 1, 2016 by Cy Whitling
We take a look at the Five Ten Freerider ELC, which replaces the Freerider Elements as Five Ten’s foul-weather flat shoe.
Categories Bike Shoes, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Marti Bruce reviews the Patagonia Dirt Craft Jacket and shorts for Blister Gear Review.

Patagonia Women’s Dirt Craft Shorts and Jacket

May 31, 2016May 28, 2016 by Marti Bruce
Patagonia has entered the mtb-apparel arena, so we weigh in on their women’s Dirt Craft shorts & jacket.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the ENVE M70 Thirty HV Wheels for Blister Gear Review

ENVE M70 Thirty HV 27.5” Wheels

May 24, 2016 by Noah Bodman
ENVE’s M70 HV wheels are a top choice for riders looking for a light and stiff enduro-focused wheelset.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews, Wheels
Noah Bodman reviews the 2016 Devinci Troy for Blister Gear Review

2016 Devinci Troy

May 21, 2016 by Noah Bodman
The Devinci Troy gets a significant update for 2016 that will make it even more attractive to aggressive riders.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Marti Bruce reviews the Bryton Rider 310 for Blister Gear Review

Bryton Rider 310T Cycling Computer

May 17, 2016 by Marti Bruce
If you’re interested in a GPS cycling computer but have been deterred by the price, the Bryton Rider 310 is definitely worth considering.
Categories Cockpit, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Santa Cruz 5010 for Blister Gear Review

2016 Santa Cruz 5010

May 17, 2016 by Noah Bodman
The geometry, linkage, and travel of the Santa Cruz 5010 have been updated for 2016. So is the new 5010 still a 5010?
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
Xan Marshland reviews the Bulls Bikes Black Adder 29 for Blister Gear Review

Bulls Black Adder 29

May 16, 2016 by Xan Marshland
The Bulls Black Adder 29 delivers a great ride at an incredible price.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Reviews
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