Industry News

DPS Skis founder, Stephan Drake, no longer with DPS

November 13, 2019November 12, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blister news: DPS Skis co-founder, Stephan Drake, no longer at DPS Skis

UPDATE: We now have a statement from Stephan Drake regarding his departure from the company he founded.

Boycott Backcountry.com

November 18, 2019November 7, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan Ellsworth writes a response to backcountry.com's lawsuits against small businesses.

For some time now, backcountry.com has been involved in business practices that the outdoor community needs to stand against. So we explain why; we offer a detailed response to the statement put out by their CEO; and we lay out what we think needs to happen next.

Blister Speaker Series at Western

October 25, 2019October 25, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Next up in our Blister Speaker Series at Western Colorado University is Moment Skis CEO, Luke Jacobson. Click here to learn more about how to attend.

Patagonia’s Entire Waterproof Shell Lineup Now Made With Recycled Materials

October 13, 2019October 11, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Patagonia announces that 100% of their waterproof shells are now made from recycled materials and are sewn in Fair Trade Certified Factories

In Patagonia’s latest step forward toward more sustainable apparel, they’ve made a big announcement regarding their waterproof shells. Learn more here.

19/20 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide

October 4, 2019September 29, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here it is — check out the entire 19/20 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide, and you can still order your limited-edition print copy of the Buyer’s Guide.

Support Robb Gaffney

September 24, 2019September 24, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Robb Gaffney is a historic figure in the ski world, and he & his family need our help. Robb (who wrote the book Squallywood, created the Game of GNAR, and produced GNAR The Movie) was diagnosed with a rare form of bone-marrow cancer that he’s fighting hard against. But that has left him unable to work for the foreseeable future, and this has created a very significant financial burden for his family. A GoFundMe page has been started for Robb, and we would ask you to please make a donation.

Our Upcoming Trip to Moab with 57 Hours

September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

We’re heading to Moab for a multi-sport trip, and we’re linking up with a 57 Hours guide to do it. Learn more about our trip, the backstory, and more.

Outdoor Retailer Summer 2019 Highlights

June 21, 2019June 19, 2019 by Sam Shaheen

Blister's recap of the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market trade show

New cams, puffy ponchos, heat-moldable running shoes, and more — check out our recap from day 2 of Outdoor Retailer.

Semi-Rad — “Chart Imitates Life”

April 9, 2019April 8, 2019 by Luke Koppa

Brendan Leonard (semi-rad.com) has been making our favorite drawings and observations for years, and now he’s compiled a bunch of them in one place. Learn more about how to get the best book ever for your coffee table, tent, or bathroom.

We’re Hiring

April 8, 2019April 5, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We are looking to bring on an editor to direct the bike side of BLISTER. If you really know bikes and you really know how to write, learn more here.

9th Annual Blister Awards — Outdoor Retailer Snow Show

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blister's 9th annual Outdoor Retailer Snow Show awards

Check out Part 3 of our Outdoor Retailer awards, including classics like Good or Bad Industry Trends; Best Graphics; Gear We Were Most Tempted to Steal; and the “WTF is that?” award.

Alpenglow Sports Winter Mountain Festival — 2019

December 19, 2018December 19, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

Alpenglow Sports Winter Mountain Festival; Blister Recommended Shop

Guided ski / snowboard tours, catered backcountry dinners, gear giveaways, and more — almost entirely free. This is what Alpenglow Sports’ Winter Mountain Festival has in store, and you can learn more about the entire schedule here.

Switzerland Votes Cycling into Their Constitution

November 13, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Switzerland adds Cycling, Cycling Infrastructure to their Constitution; BLISTER

A few weeks ago Swiss voters did something that we wholeheartedly approve of: enshrine cycling into their constitution.

Most Notable New Products: Outdoor Retailer, Winter 2018

November 14, 2018November 12, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Blister's Recap of the 2018 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Trade Show

Here is our recap of and a bunch of our thoughts on the most notable new products for 2019-2020 that we saw at last week’s Winter Outdoor Retailer show.

Parlor Skis x WhistlePig Whiskey: The Boss Hog Package

November 3, 2018November 3, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Parlor Skis and WhistlePig's Boss Hog ski and whiskey package on Blister

This week, Boston-based Parlor Skis and Vermont-based WhistlePig distillery announced a collaboration that combines two of our favorite things: skis and whiskey.

Interbike 2018 — Recap

September 28, 2018September 21, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Blister covers the 2018 Interbike Trade Show

Check out the most interesting things we saw at Interbike this year — including banana holsters, new Maxxis tires, Wonder Woman’s bike, and … lots of eBikes.

7 Generations Film — Kickstarter Campaign

August 7, 2018 by Luke Koppa

The management of public lands has been a very hot topic lately, and in northern Minnesota, two proposed sulfide-ore copper mines have people questioning their impact on the massive nearby wilderness areas. Now, two filmmakers are hoping to shed more light on the issue. Learn more here.