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Mountain Bike Reviews

Noah Bodman reviews the Devinci Spartan for Blister Gear Review

2015 Devinci Spartan RR

June 19, 2015June 18, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The Devinci Spartan is a stiff, fun bike that pops really well and rewards an active rider.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Fly Racing Freestone helmet for Blister Gear Review

FLY Racing Freestone Helmet

June 16, 2015 by Tom Collier
The FLY Racing Freestone Helmet offers good coverage and ventilation at a very good price.
Categories Featured, Helmets, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the 2015 Giant Trance SX 27.5 for Blister Gear Review

2015 Giant Trance SX 27.5

June 10, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Giant Trance SX 27.5's increased travel makes it a playful and capable "do everything" trail bike.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Continental Trail King Tire for Blister Gear Review

Continental Trail King Tire

June 5, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The Continental Trail King is a 'non-drifty' tire that excels in mud and soft dirt.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Tires
Marshal Olson Reviewers' Ride, Blister Gear Review

Reviewers’ Rides – 2015

June 4, 2015June 4, 2015 by Marshal Olson
When our reviewers aren’t out testing bikes, what do their own builds look like, and why? It’s reviewer Marshal Olson's turn.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviewers' Rides, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the Race Face Tailgate Pad for Blister Gear Review

Race Face Tailgate Pad

June 3, 2015June 3, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The Race Face Tailgate Pad has several important features that make it superior to the competition.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the KS LEV Ti seatpost for Blister Gear Review

KS LEV Ti Seatpost

May 30, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The KS LEV Ti offers an 80g weight savings over the KS Supernatural but has some reliability issues.
Categories Reviews, Saddles & Seatposts
Xan Marshland reviews the Ventana Zeus for Blister Gear Review

Reviewers’ Rides – 2015

May 28, 2015 by Xan Marshland
When our reviewers aren’t out testing bikes, what do their own builds look like, and why? It’s reviewer Xan Marshland’s turn, and his focus is on durability and low maintenance.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviewers' Rides, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Easton Haven Carbon 35 bars and stem for Blister Gear Review

Easton Haven 35 Carbon Bar, Easton Haven 35 Stem, Easton Grips

May 27, 2015 by Tom Collier
If you’re looking to gain more precise handling, check out the Easton Haven 35 Carbon bar and stem.
Categories Cockpit, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Giro Code VR70 shoe for Blister Gear Review.

Giro Code VR70

June 19, 2015May 25, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The Giro Code VR70's great power transfer and wide range of fit options make it an attractive option for riders looking to lay down the power.
Categories Bike Shoes, Recommended, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the SRAM guide RSC Brake, Blister Gear Review

2nd Look: SRAM Guide Brakes

May 24, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The SRAM Guide Brake offers great power and modulation at a competitive weight and a reasonable price.
Categories Brakes, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Leatt 3FD Airflex Knee and Elbow Guards, Blister Gear Review

Reviewers’ Rides – 2015

May 22, 2015May 22, 2015 by Tom Collier
When our reviewers aren’t out testing bikes, what do their own builds look like, and why? It's reviewer Tom Collier's turn.
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Thomas Collier reviews the Race Face Next SL, Blister Gear Review.

Race Face Next SL Crankset

May 21, 2015May 20, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Race Face Next SL Crankset leads its class in weight, and delivers stiffness and durability to match.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Giro Feature MIPS, Blister Gear Review

Giro Feature MIPS Helmet

May 18, 2015 by Noah Bodman
Great safety features at a great value: the Giro Feature MIPS helmet comes MIPS equipped - and for less than 100 dollars.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Fly Racing Warpath Short, Blister Gear Review

Fly Racing Bike Apparel

May 16, 2015 by Noah Bodman
Fly Racing's Ripa Convert Jersey and Warpath Shorts offer simple functionality at a reasonable price.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Thomas Collier on the Specialized Enduro FSR Expert Carbon 26, Whistler BC

2nd Look: Specialized Enduro FSR Expert Carbon 26

April 27, 2016May 12, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Specialized Enduro FSR Expert Carbon 26 is being replaced with a 27.5" wheeled version, but the 26" model is still worth consideration.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Canfield Yelli Screamy for Blister Gear Review

Reviewers’ Rides – 2015

May 7, 2015 by Noah Bodman
When our reviewers aren't out testing bikes, what do their own builds look like, and why?
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviewers' Rides, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the Giro Terraduro mountain bike shoe, Blister Gear Review

Giro Terraduro

November 17, 2021May 6, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The Giro Terraduro is a SPD-compatible, all-mountain shoe that pedals very well, though durability has been an issue.
Categories Bike Shoes, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Leatt 3FD Airflex Knee and Elbow Guards, Blister Gear Review

Leatt 3DF Airflex Knee and Elbow Guards

May 5, 2015May 5, 2015 by Tom Collier
Most pads are too hot or bulky to pedal in. The Leatt 3FD Airflex Knee and Elbow Guards challenge that assumption.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Xan Marshland reviews the Magura MT5 NEXT brakes for Blister Gear Review

Magura MT5 Next Brakes

May 5, 2015May 3, 2015 by Xan Marshland
The MT5 delivers a tremendous amount of controllable power at a reasonable price for a high-end brake.
Categories Brakes, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
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