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Hoka One One Hupana

July 25, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Hoka Hupana is billed as a bit of a do-everything shoe, so is it best thought of as a running shoe that can also work as a gym shoe and casual, everyday shoe? Or is it a casual shoe that can work at the gym or for the occasional run?

La Sportiva Kataki

July 25, 2018 by Matt Zia

The La Sportiva Kataki looks a lot like one of our favorite climbing shoes, the Sportiva Katana Lace. So how similar or different are the two shoes, and where does the Kataki really excel? Check out our review.

2018-2019 Liberty V92

December 30, 2018July 24, 2018 by Luke Koppa

With full-length carbon, vertically laminated metal struts, and straight-up steel plates underfoot, Liberty’s brand-new "V" line of skis sound serious. Though the story gets a bit more complicated (and more interesting) when you take a closer look. Check out our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review of the V92.

Duffel Bag Roundup — 2018

July 22, 2018July 22, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Used to be that a duffel was a duffel was a duffel. Not anymore. These days, almost every outdoor brand is making one (or several), so we’ve rounded up some of the best duffel bags out there and compared them side-by-side.

Luke Koppa reviews the Scott Cosmos III for Blister

2020-2021 Scott Cosmos III

December 16, 2020July 20, 2018 by Luke Koppa

If you’re tired of low-volume ski boots with brick-wall flex patterns, then you should definitely take a look at the Scott Cosmos III. Check out our review.

Luke Koppa reviews the Line Sick Day 114 for Blister

2019-2020 Line Sick Day 114

February 3, 2020July 19, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We spent more time this past season on both lengths of the Line Sick Day 114. Check out our updated review and our new Deep Dive comparisons (including the ON3P Wrenegade 114, Liberty Origin 112, and Faction Dictator 4.0).

Luke Koppa reviews the Faction Prodigy 3.0 for Blister

2019-2020 Faction Prodigy 3.0

February 3, 2020July 18, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Faction has overhauled their Prodigy 3.0, and we’re big fans of the new ski. And we think that both directional skiers and more freestyle-oriented skiers could be fans of it, too. Check out our full review and Deep Dive comparisons.

La Sportiva Genius

July 17, 2018July 17, 2018 by Dave Alie

The La Sportiva Genius is one of the most aggressive climbing shoes on the market, but it lacks one noteworthy thing: an edge. So how does it compare to other aggressive shoes like the La Sportiva Solution & Futura, Evolv Shaman, and Five Ten Hiangle? Check out our review.

Running Shorts Roundup — 2018

July 17, 2018 by Luke Koppa

There are too many running shorts in the world, so we’ve rounded up seven of our favorites (for everything from quick jogs to long trail runs) and laid out which ones might work best for you.

Hoka One One Stinson ATR 4

July 16, 2018July 15, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Hoka One One built a name for themselves making highly cushioned running shoes, and the all-new Stinson ATR 4 is the most highly cushioned trail shoe in their lineup. But it’s not exactly what you’d expect from a shoe that has this much cushioning. Check out our review and comparisons to other shoes like the Altra Olympus 3.0 & Timp and Hoka Speedgoat 2.

Noah Bodman reviews the Sweet Protection Hunter Mid Gloves and Hunter Shorts for Blister

Sweet Protection Hunter Shorts and Hunter Mid Gloves

July 14, 2018 by Noah Bodman

While Sweet Protection is well-known for producing hiqh-quality helmets, they’ve also been making a name for themselves in MTB apparel. This year, they revamped their Trail-oriented apparel line, and some of the new products have quickly become some of our favorites. Check out our review.

2018-2019 Head Nexo LYT 130

July 13, 2018 by Luke Koppa

The brand-new Head Nexo LYT 130 is the lightest alpine boot we’ve ever reviewed (and it’s lighter than a lot of touring boots we’ve reviewed). But that’s not the only thing that sets this boot apart from the competition. Check out our measured specs, fit notes, and initial impressions.

Noah Bodman reviews the Cannondale Trigger for Blister Review

2018 Cannondale Trigger

July 12, 2018July 12, 2018 by Noah Bodman

The Cannondale Trigger has a few unique features that make climbing and mellow trails more enjoyable, and it’s still a lot of fun on the way down.

Blister reviews the Atomic Bent Chetler 100

2021-2022 Atomic Bent Chetler 100

December 9, 2021July 11, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Since it’s named after Chris Benchetler — one of the most creative and playful skiers in the world — you might think you know exactly what sort of ski the new Bent Chetler 100 is. Think again. Check out our full review.

Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty Origin 90 for Blister

2018-2019 Liberty Origin 90

December 30, 2018July 9, 2018 by Luke Koppa

For the 18/19 season, Liberty has revised the Origin 90. Take a look at our measured specs, rocker pics, initial impressions, and Flash Review, to see how different it is from the 17/18 Origin 90, and how much family resemblance there is to the Origin 96, 106, and 112.

Terrene Chunk 2.6″ Tire

July 8, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Fatter tires typically offer up a bunch of traction and a smooth ride, but often at the cost of weight, precision, and rolling resistance. The new Terrene Chunk 2.6” does a great job of minimizing those downsides and maintaining the main benefits of a wider tire, making it the best all-around 2.6” tire we’ve used.

Joey Teahan reviews the K2 Sight for Blister

2021-2022 K2 Sight

December 10, 2021July 7, 2018 by Joey Teahan

The K2 Sight is supposed to work well in the park and all over the mountain. But does it truly feel at home in the park, or is it more of a freestyle-oriented all-mountain ski? Check out our review.

Trans BC Enduro Stage Race Bike Check, Noah Bodman on Blister

2018 Trans BC Enduro Stage Race — Intro & Bike Check

July 31, 2018July 7, 2018 by Noah Bodman

If you were going to enter a six-day Enduro stage race that covers 20+ miles and ~5000 feet of climbing each day, what would your ideal build look like? Our bike editor is heading to British Columbia for the Trans BC Enduro, and he talks about this “long-ass” event and the specific bike and build he’s put together for it.

Sweet Protection Dissenter Helmet

July 5, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Budget-oriented bike helmets tend to all be pretty similar. But the Sweet Protection Dissenter has a few key features that make it stand out, and you won’t have to take out a second mortgage to afford it.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the ON3P Wrenegade 108 for Blister

2019-2020 ON3P Wrenegade 108

February 8, 2020July 4, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Since it’s Independence day, we figured we’d talk about a ski made by an Independent manufacturer, right here in America. Check out our full review of the new ON3P Wrenegade 108.