Reviews

Xan Marshland reviews the Bulls Black Adder 29 for Blister Gear Review

Long Term Review: Bulls Black Adder 29

August 23, 2016 by Xan Marshland

We've spent another 3 months on the Bulls Bikes Black Adder 29, and here's our long-term update.

Branham Snyder on the Easton ARC 30, Moab, UT.

Easton ARC 30 27.5″ Rims

August 22, 2016August 22, 2016 by Branham Snyder

Easton’s ARC 30 rims deliver the best combination of stiffness, width, weight, and price we’ve found in an aluminum rim.

Race Face Stage Shorts and Jersey

August 21, 2016 by Noah Bodman

Race Face's Stage kit has the cut and features for a day in the bike park, but is light enough for all-day rides.

2nd Look: 2016 Trek Session 9.9

August 20, 2016 by Marti Bruce

Reviewer Marti Bruce weighs in with a smaller rider's take on the Trek Session 9.9.

Noah Bodman reviews the Pearl Izumi Launch Kit for Blister Gear Review.

Pearl Izumi Launch Kit and Bib Liner

August 19, 2016August 19, 2016 by Noah Bodman

Pearl Izumi's Launch kit and Bib Liner are the most comfortable pieces of bike apparel we've used.

Cy Whitling reviews the Giro Zone MIPS for Blister Gear Review.

Giro Zone MIPS Helmet

August 25, 2016August 17, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Giro’s new Zone MIPS is a high-end helmet with top-of-the-line features.

First Look: Devinci Django 29

August 16, 2016 by Noah Bodman

Devinci is releasing a 29" version of their popular 120 mm Django.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Rossignol Super 7 RD for Blister gear Review.

First Look: 2016-2017 Rossignol Super 7 RD

February 25, 2017August 15, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

For 16/17, Rossignol has replaced the Squad 7 with the new Super 7 RD. Check out the specs, rocker pics, flex pattern, and our primary questions about this ski.

Salomon Bonatti WP Jacket

August 11, 2016August 11, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Salomon’s Bonatti WP Jacket is an affordable and versatile running / hiking piece, but the real standout feature is its hood.

Paul Forward reviews the Arc'teryx Procline Carbon Boot for Blister Gear Review.

2020-2021 Arc’teryx Procline Carbon Support Boot

December 16, 2020August 10, 2016 by Paul Forward

The new Arc'teryx Procline Carbon may very well be the best boot in its weight class for all things ascending and climbing. But how does it ski?

RockShox RS-1 29” Fork

August 9, 2016 by Xan Marshland

The RockShox RS-1 is a highly-specialized fork that shines in technical terrain.

2016 Rocky Mountain Instinct 990 MSL BC Edition

August 7, 2016 by Noah Bodman

We've reviewed Rocky Mountain's Thunderbolt and Altitude, so it's time now to weigh in on how the Instinct fits between them.

Cy Whitling reviews the Helinox Camp and Swivel Chairs for Blister Gear Review.

Helinox Camp & Swivel Chairs

August 6, 2016 by Cy Whitling

Helinox’s camping chairs strike an excellent balance of stability, comfort, and packability.

Noah Bodman reviews the Yeti SB 5.5c for Blister Gear Review.

Flash Review: Yeti 5.5c

January 29, 2018August 5, 2016 by Noah Bodman

We just got our hands on Yeti's new SB 5.5c, and so far we've been surprised.

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