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Nathan VaporKrar 2.0 4L Race Vest

June 11, 2020June 8, 2020 by Gordon Gianniny

The Nathan VaporKrar 2.0 4L Race Vest is a part of a crowded category of running vests targeted at shorter, self-supported runs and we've spent 100 miles comparing it to some of its competition. Check out our review to see how it compares.

Luke Koppa reviews the Kastle FX106 HP for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

2020-2021 Kastle FX106 HP

September 16, 2020June 5, 2020 by Luke Koppa

The Kastle FX106 HP is a ski that's quick & lively but that some skiers will still be able to ski quite hard. Check out our Full Review & Deep Dive comparisons to see if it'd be a good fit for you.

Blister's Women's Mountain Bike Jersey Roundup

Women’s Mountain Bike Bike Jersey Roundup

June 4, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

We've rounded up 13 of the women's MTB jerseys we've been using, all of which are designed for hot summer rides and many of which work well off the bike. Check out our roundup to see how they compare and which ones might work well for you.

OneUp Dropper Post V2

June 5, 2020June 4, 2020 by David Golay

OneUp's V2 Dropper Post manages to stand out in a crowded category with several unique features and a more affordable price. We've been testing the post for several months now and you can check out our review to see how it compares to the competition.

Salomon S/Lab Sense 8

May 23, 2022June 3, 2020 by Gordon Gianniny

The Salomon S/Lab Sense 8 is an example of a product that's designed to do a pretty specific thing, and that does that exceptionally well. But what about using it outside of racing and fast runs? Check out our review.

Luke Koppa reviews the Salomon Stance 90 for Blister

2020-2021 Salomon Stance 90

December 29, 2020May 31, 2020 by Luke Koppa

New for 20/21, the Salomon Stance 90 is a metal-laminate all-mountain ski with a design that has us excited about its potential versatility. Check out our First Look to see why.

Five Ten Kestrel Pro Boa

June 3, 2020May 28, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Five Ten's Kestrel Pro Boa clipless mtb shoe combines elements from stiff & light XC shoes and much burlier, hike-friendly options, and the result is a very versatile shoe. Check out our review for more.

Running Shorts Roundup — 2020

May 27, 2020 by Gordon Gianniny

Every year we get more and more running short options, from those that could replace your hydration vest to ultra minimal pairs. We've rounded up 8 men's & women's options that we've been using and detail what sets each apart from the others.

Luke Koppa reviews the Movement Fly Two 115 for Blister

2021-2022 Movement Fly Two 115

December 10, 2021May 27, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Movement’s Fly Two collection is targeted at skiers who like to take a playful approach to the mountain, and their Fly Two 115 in particular has us very excited about its potential to be both playful and stable. Check out our First Look to see why.

Dylan Wood reviews the Yeti SB130 for Blister in Gunnison, Colorado.

2020 Yeti SB130

June 7, 2020May 26, 2020 by David Golay

We've had more reviewers spending more time on Yeti's mid-travel 29er, and have updated our review of the SB130.

Mojo MORC 40 Offset-Reducing Crowns

October 19, 2023May 25, 2020 by David Golay

Last year we started to see several of the best DH racers in the world using non-standard fork crowns, many of which turned out to be the Mojo MORC 40. They're now available to the public, and we’ve been testing these offset-reducing crowns to see just how much of an impact they make on trail, and whether or not you need to be a World Cup racer to appreciate them.

Blister Brand Guide: Evil Mountain Bike Lineup

May 23, 2020May 23, 2020 by Dylan Wood

Evil has taken a different approach than many to building both their bikes and their brand. Their current lineup covers a wide range, from shorter-travel 29ers to Enduro sleds, and you can check out our brand guide to see which of their bikes might be right for you.

Luke Koppa & Jonathan Ellsworth review the Marker Duke PT 16 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado.

2020-2021 Marker Duke PT 16

August 19, 2021May 22, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Marker’s Duke PT is the latest binding that lets you skin uphill in a “tech” toe, but ski down in what’s essentially an alpine binding. Check out our video & written review to see just how it works, and how it compares to the competition.

Hoka One One Clifton 6

May 21, 2020 by Maddie Hart

The Hoka Clifton is one of the brand's most popular and iconic shoes, known for its generous cushioning and lightweight design. Check out our review of the Clifton 6 to see how it compares to the previous iteration and the rest of the market.

Gregory Targhee 32

May 20, 2020 by Luke Koppa

We spent most of this past season skiing with Gregory’s recently revised Targhee 32 backpack and think it’s an excellent option for a do-it-all snowsports pack, and it’s also worth a look for photographers who spend time sliding on snow. Check out our review.

Ben Sims reviews Revel's RW30 Wheels for Blister

Revel RW30 Wheels

June 11, 2020May 20, 2020 by Ben Sims

Revel claims that their new RW30 carbon wheels are not only more durable and better damped than other carbon rims, but also more easily recyclable and similarly lightweight. These are some pretty bold claims, so check out our review to see how they went about doing this and our initial on-trail impressions.

Kristin Sinnott reviews the Nordica Santa Ana 93 for Blister in Crested Butte, Colorado

2021-2022 Nordica Santa Ana 93

December 9, 2021May 19, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

Nordica is overhauling their women’s all-mountain Santa Ana skis for the 20/21 season, and you can check out our First Look & Flash Review of the Santa Ana 93 for more on what’s changed, what hasn’t, and how the new ski's design compares to the rest of the market.

Blister Brand Guide: Norco Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020

May 18, 2020 by Dylan Wood

One of the oldest mtb brands, Norco's current lineup consists of everything from budget hardtails to World Cup DH bikes and everything in between. Check out our Brand Guide to get an idea of their current line and which bike might best suit you.

Salomon Sense 4 /Pro

November 5, 2020May 17, 2020 by Gordon Gianniny

The Salomon Sense 4 /Pro is basically the less racing-oriented, more cushioned version of their high-end S/Lab Sense 8, and we’ve been running in both to see how they compare, who’d be better off in each particular shoe, and how the Sense 4 /Pro compares to several other moderate-cushion trail shoes.

Eric Hjorleifson goes on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast to discuss what he's been tinkering with during the COVID-19 pandemic, his thoughts on Michael Jordan, the new 4FRNT x Pomoca collaboration, & more

Hoji on Tinkering, Climbing Skins, Monoskiing, & Michael Jordan (Ep.100)

May 16, 2020May 15, 2020 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In celebration of episode #100, we of course had to have Hoji back on, our patron saint of GEAR:30. We discuss all the tinkering he’s been doing during quarantine; what ski gear has the most room for improvement; snowmobiles; climbing skins; monoskiing; and then, one of the all time greats talks about another all time great, Michael Jordan.