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Mountain Bike Reviews

Tom Collier reviews the Race Face Ambush knee pads, Blister Gear Review

Race Face Ambush Knee Pads & Indy Shorts

April 21, 2015 by Tom Collier
We've been putting time in on some of Race Face's hard and soft goods. Here's a look at their Ambush Knee Pads & Indy Shorts.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the FSA Afterburner brakes, Blister Gear Review.

FSA Afterburner Disc Brakes

April 20, 2015 by Noah Bodman
UPDATE: the price for the FSA Afterburners is now $90 lower, and we've added to our review a note on the brakes' durability. If you're looking for fantastic lever feel and great stopping power for an XC or trail bike, read this.
Categories Brakes, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Niner WFO 9 4-Star XO1 for Blister Gear Review

2015 Niner WFO 9

June 15, 2015April 16, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Niner WFO 9 proves that the 'long travel + big wheels' formula doesn't have to amount to a one trick pony.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Wolftooth GC42 Cassette Cog for Shimano, Blister Gear Review.

Wolf Tooth GC 42t Cassette Cog

April 14, 2015April 14, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Wolf Tooth GC 42 cassette cog boosts the gear range of a 1x10 drivetrain at a fraction of the cost of a new 1x11 setup.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Zoic Hoodoo Shorts, Blister Gear Review.

Zoic Hoodoo Trail Shorts

January 12, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The Zoic Hoodoo are comfortable riding shorts great for lapping gravity-fed trails in the summer and cool rides in the fall.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Zoic Crux Hoody, Blister Gear Review.

Zoic Crux Hoody

January 12, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The Zoic Crux is a great outer layer for chilly rides and doubles as a casual, comfortable hoody to wear around town.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the Zoic Tradesman Flannel Riding Shirt, Blister Gear Review.

Zoic Tradesman Flannel Riding Shirt

December 29, 2014December 29, 2014 by Noah Bodman
Not your average flannel, the Zoic Tradesman is a stylish riding shirt that's great for laps in the bike park or rides in chilly weather.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
The Pivot Mach 429SL Carbon, Blister Gear Review

Preview: Pivot Mach 429SL Carbon

December 13, 2014December 13, 2014 by Noah Bodman
Pivot has released a new, improved version of the Mach 429SL Carbon, their XC race whip for those who prefer 29" wheels.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Eric Melson reviews the Race Face Turbine Wheelset, Blister Gear Review

Race Face Turbine Wheelset

December 9, 2014December 9, 2014 by Eric Melson
Race Face's 29" Turbine wheels are durable, unusually stiff for their size, and come at a fair price.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Wheels
Eric Melson reviews the 2015 Fox 36 Float, Blister Gear Review.

2015 Fox 36 Float 26 160 FIT RC2 Fork

December 7, 2014December 7, 2014 by Eric Melson
The redesigned 2015 Fox 36 Float is better than ever. If you're looking for a stiff, fully adjustable mid-travel fork with a supple feel, this may be the best in class.
Categories Forks & Shocks, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Stella Selden reviews the Giro Feather Helmet, Blister Gear Review

Giro Feather Helmet

December 5, 2014December 5, 2014 by Stella Selden
The Giro Feather is a light, comfortable helmet that offers a little more coverage than many cross country options.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Eric Melson Reviews the Knolly Warden, Blister Gear Review.

2014 Knolly Warden

December 3, 2014 by Eric Melson
Knolly's first 650B bike, the Warden, is durable; reliable on quick, punchy climbs; and offers a very fun yet stable feel on descents.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Eric Melson reviews the Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon Helmet, Blister Gear Review

Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon Helmet

November 21, 2014 by Eric Melson
The Troy Lee Designs D3 Carbon is a lightweight, good-looking full-face that offers great protection.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended

2015 Giant Anthem Advanced SX

November 20, 2014November 19, 2014 by Tom Collier
Riders coming from a XC background will enjoy the Giant Anthem Advanced SX as their enduro bike, and downhillers will like it as their XC bike.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Stella Selden reviews the Pearl Izumi Canyon shorts, Blister Gear Review

Pearl Izumi Canyon Shorts and Superstar Skirt

November 17, 2014November 15, 2014 by Stella Selden
The Pearl Izumi Canyon Shorts and Superstar Skirt are lightweight and comfortable for biking, but it may be a good idea to try them on first.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman Reviews the Breezer Repack Team, Blister Gear Review.

2015 Breezer Repack Team

November 4, 2014November 4, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The Breezer Repack Team has a unique suspension design and it may be the most efficient all mountain bike we’ve tested.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the GT Sanction Pro, Blister Gear Review

2015 GT Sanction

October 21, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The GT Sanction is a purpose-built machine that likes speed and steep terrain more than most 160mm bikes on the market.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the GT Helion, Blister Gear Review.

2015 GT Helion Carbon Pro

October 19, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The GT Helion is a solid option if you’re looking for a XC or light-duty trail bike, and you’re not a fan of 29” wheels.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Lexi Dowdall reviews Club Ride women's bike shorts and bike jerseys for Blister Gear Review

Club Ride Women’s Bike Apparel

October 18, 2014 by Lexi Dowdall
Club Ride's women's bike apparel is a combination of high performance and great style.
Categories Bike Apparel & Armor, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Trail Boss for Blister Gear Review

WTB Trail Boss Tire

October 30, 2014October 18, 2014 by Noah Bodman
The WTB Trail Boss is one of the best tires we’ve tested for all-around trail bike duties.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Tires
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