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Reviews

Fluid Bazooka, Blister Gear Review.

First Look: Fluid Bazooka

February 19, 2014November 1, 2013 by David Spiegel
After only one day of testing, the Bazooka shows a lot of promise. We think this hull has what it takes to fire it up.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Flow NX2-AT binding, Blister Gear Review.

Flow NX2-AT Bindings

October 31, 2013 by Justin Bobb
The Flow NX2-AT is a versatile, well-built snowboard binding that is much improved from its predecessor.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Snowboards
Patagonia Everlong, Blister Gear Review.

First Look: Patagonia EVERLong

October 30, 2013 by Lance Peterson
Running shoe reviewer Lance Peterson takes an initial look at the new EVERLong, and finds it to be a solid lightweight, low-drop trail shoe.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Running Shoes

1-Board Quiver: Reviewers’ Choices (13/14)

November 16, 2022October 28, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
Blister snowboard reviewers weigh in with their one-board quiver picks.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Snowboards
Specialized Command Post BlackLite, Blister gear Review.

Specialized Command Post BlackLite

October 27, 2013 by Noah Bodman
Blister's bike editor Noah Bodman put the Specialized Command Post BlackLite to the test, and found it lacking in a few key ways.
Categories Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Saddles & Seatposts
Helly Hansen Verglas Hooded Down Insulator , Blister Gear Review.

Helly Hansen Verglas Hooded Down Insulator

October 22, 2014October 25, 2013 by Julia Van Raalte
Warm, lightweight, durable. For reviewer Julia Van Raalte, those three words pretty much sum up the Verglas Hooded Down Insulator.
Categories Apparel, Jackets, Midlayers, Recommended, Reviews
POC Crane Helmet, Blister Gear Review.

POC Crane Helmet

November 17, 2021October 23, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
The POC Crane is a durable, lightweight helmet suitable for your urban / park / freeride / enduro pursuits.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Blister Gear Review's Best 2-Ski Quiver awards

2-Ski Quiver: Reviewers’ Choices (13/14)

October 27, 2021October 21, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
Last year, we named our 1-Ski Quiver selections. This year, we’re talking 2. Check out ours, then tell us yours.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Skiing, Two-Ski Quiver
Mojo Ibis HD, Blister Gear Review.

Ibis Mojo HD

October 21, 2013 by Rob Dickinson
It's not the newest bike on the market, but here's why we think the Ibis Mojo HD is still a worthy, versatile rig.
Categories Bikes & Frames, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Helly Hansen Verglas jacket, Blister Gear Review

Helly Hansen Verglas Jacket

October 21, 2013October 20, 2013 by Julia Van Raalte
The Verglas is a tough hardshell, well suited for colder weather resort and backcountry skiing.
Categories Apparel, Jackets, Recommended, Reviews
Discovery Trekking towels, Blister Gear Review.

Discovery Trekking Outfitters Extreme Ultralite Towel

October 20, 2013October 20, 2013 by Jonathan Ellsworth
Weighing in at under 3 ounces, the Extreme Ultralight Backpacking Towel is (in fact) extremely packable, and it dries well, too.
Categories Recommended, Reviews
Swiftwick sustain, Blister Gear Review.

Swiftwick Socks

October 21, 2013October 19, 2013 by Noah Bodman
These socks from Swiftwick are designed to be better for the environment, without sacrificing wicking abilities or comfort.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Lucky Charm spray skirt, Blister Gear Review.

Immersion Research Lucky Charm Spray Skirt

October 18, 2013 by David Spiegel
The Lucky Charm balances comfort, functionality, and dryness. And it's never imploded on Blister editor David Spiegel.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Line Influence 105, Blister Gear Review.

2012-2013 Line Influence 105

October 17, 2013October 17, 2013 by Brett Carroll
The 12/13 Line Influence 105 is a very capable ski. See why new Blister reviewer Brett Carroll thinks you might want to go find a pair.
Categories Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Salomon Quest Max 120, Blister Gear Review

Salomon Quest Max BC 120

February 27, 2014October 16, 2013 by Paul Forward
The Quest BC 120 is an excellent do-it-all boot for those who want a solid alpine boot that does well touring.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Ski Boots
Interbike Random Bits, Blister Gear Review.

Interbike Roundup

October 14, 2013 by Noah Bodman
A look at some of the noteworthy new products we played with during the Interbike demo days, including the DVO Emerald fork, the Thomson dropper post, and the Smith Optics Forefront helmet.
Categories Apparel & Armor, Forks & Shocks, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Blizzard Kabookie, Blister Gear Review

2014-2015 Blizzard Kabookie

October 28, 2014October 13, 2013 by Jason Hutchins
Based on the popular Bonafide, the Blizzard Kabookie was designed as a lighter option for both resort and backcountry use. But this is no backcountry noodle—it's more of a race ski tweaked to tackle off-piste conditions.
Categories Featured, Recommended, Reviews, Skiing
Dakine Shifter Pants, Blister Gear Review.

Dakine Shifter Pants

October 12, 2013 by Dana Allen
Dakine is entering the outerwear arena, and the Shifter is their first 3-layer pant. We put it to the test.
Categories Apparel, Pants, Recommended, Reviews
Stohlquist Descent PFD, Blister Gear Review.

Stohlquist Descent PFD

October 11, 2013 by Thomas Neilson
The Stohlquist Descent PFD comes with full-strength shoulder straps that make portaging almost easy. Competitors should take note.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Evolv Astroman, Blister Gear Review.

2nd Look: Evolv Astroman

October 10, 2013 by Hannah Trim
Hannah Trim takes a second look at the high-top Astroman, and makes some interesting observations about its sizing, shape, and stiffness.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
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