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Amplid Founder, Peter Bauer on the Blister Podcast

Peter Bauer on the Past, Present, & Future of Snowboarding (Ep.55)

June 3, 2019September 15, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Peter Bauer (4-time world champ, freeriding pioneer, and co-founder of Amplid) about the history and culture of snowboarding, its inextricable ties to skiing, and the current health of the sport.

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.

Noah Bodman reviews the SRAM Code RSC brakes for Blister Gear Review

2017 SRAM Code RSC Brakes

September 13, 2017September 12, 2017 by Noah Bodman

Our Mountain Bike editor calls the SRAM Code brakes the best he’s ever ridden. Check out his review to see why.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Brian Lindahl review the Fischer Pro Mtn 95 Ti for Blister Gear Review

2018-2019 Fischer Pro Mtn 95 Ti

November 27, 2018September 11, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Fischer Pro Mtn 95 Ti has a combination of construction elements that we’ve never seen in a ski we’ve tested. So what’s the end result? Check out our full review.

Nate Murray reviews the Seagull Commuter Sling for Blister Gear Review

Seagull Commuter Sling

October 25, 2021September 9, 2017 by Nate Murray

After over a year and a half of daily use, the Seagull Commuter Sling has proven to be one of our favorite messenger bags.

Dave Alie reviews the Evolv Zender for Blister Gear Review

Evolv Zender Shoe

September 8, 2017 by Dave Alie

The Evolv Zender effectively blends comfort, lightweight construction, scrambling performance, and low cost, making it a great option as an all-around approach shoe.

Noah Bodman reviews the Sweet Protection Badlands Merino LS Jersey for Blister Gear Review

Sweet Protection Badlands Merino LS Jersey

September 13, 2017September 3, 2017 by Noah Bodman

The Sweet Protection Badlands Jersey is one of the best wool riding jersey’s we’ve used.

Sam Shaheen reviews the Patagonia Refugio 28L Backpack for Blister Gear Review

Patagonia Refugio 28L Backpack

September 9, 2017September 2, 2017 by Sam Shaheen

The newly redesigned Patagonia Refugio is a well-built daypack with plenty of features that make it great for daily use, yet it isn’t out of place on the trail, either.

Dave Alie reviews the Evolv Cruzer Psyche for Blister Gear Review

Evolv Cruzer Psyche Shoe

September 1, 2017 by Dave Alie

The Evolv Cruzer Psyche offers an appealing blend of hiking and scrambling performance in a lightweight package — and its low price makes it one of the best values on the market.

ENVE new M Series Wheels

ENVE’s new M Series Wheels

August 30, 2017 by Noah Bodman

ENVE's new M Series is promising unprecedented pinch-flat protection, impact resistance, and ride quality.

Jed Doane reviews the Salomon Quest 4D 2 GTX boot for blister gear review

Salomon Quest 4D 2 GTX Boot

August 27, 2017 by Jed Doane

Salomon’s flagship backpacking boot provides an excellent combination of grip, comfort, and stability.

Jed Doane reviews the Osprey Aether AG 60 for Blister Gear Review

Osprey Aether AG 60 Backpack

August 22, 2017 by Jed Doane

Osprey’s revamped Aether is a versatile pack that offers solutions to some of the most common backpacking issues.

Noah Bodman reviews the Rockshox Pike RCT3 for Blister Gear Review

2018 Rockshox Pike RCT3

August 20, 2017August 20, 2017 by Noah Bodman

We put the new 2018 Pike RCT3 up against the 2017 fork, and weigh in on what’s different, what’s better, and what isn’t.

Dave Alie reviews the MSR WindBurner Stove System for Blister Gear Review

MSR WindBurner Stove System

August 24, 2018August 19, 2017 by Dave Alie

The MSR WindBurner might be the best canister stove currently on the market. Check out our full review and comparisons to find out why.

2020-2021 Spark R&D Surge Splitboard Binding

December 16, 2020August 14, 2017 by Andrew Forward

Spark R&D updated their Surge binding for the 17/18 season. So how burly is it, and how does it compare to other lightweight, stiff splitboard bindings like the Karakoram Prime Carbon?

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Parlor Skis Mountain Jay for Blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 Parlor Skis Mountain Jay

December 16, 2020August 10, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Parlor Skis Mountain Jay has a unique shape and rocker profile that immediately got our attention, and you can now read our full review.

Rossignol's new mountain bikes discussed by Blister Review

Rossignol Introduces … Mtn Bikes?

August 8, 2017August 8, 2017 by Noah Bodman

One of the largest, most historic ski manufacturers in the world is introducing a collection of mountain bikes.

Brian Lindahl reviews the Head Monster 88 for Blister Gear Review

2017-2018 Head Monster 88

August 29, 2018August 7, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here's our full review of the new Head Monster 88.

David Steele reviews the Patagonia Alpine Houdini Jacket for Blister Gear Review

Patagonia Alpine Houdini Jacket

August 6, 2017August 6, 2017 by David Steele

Patagonia’s Alpine Houdini is the waterproof version of their extremely popular Houdini jacket. We weigh in on its fit differences with the original Houdini, its versatility, and which version of the Houdini you should consider.

Luke Koppa reviews the Strafe Pyramid Jacket for Blister Gear Review

Strafe Pyramid Jacket

August 31, 2017August 4, 2017 by Luke Koppa

Strafe’s new Pyramid Jacket features an updated Neoshell membrane, and Strafe says it is equally at home in the backcountry as it is in the resort. So is this really a true “50/50” piece?

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