Industry News

Revel Bikes is Back

May 21, 2025 by David Golay

Revel Bikes announced their impending closure a month ago, but founder Adam Miller swept in and bought the brand back from the group he sold it to in 2021, with plans to resume regular operations, including full warranty support and production of their newly-launched models.

Blister reviews the 2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct

Rocky Mountain to Reboot Under New Ownership

May 9, 2025 by David Golay

Rocky Mountain has been going through financial difficulties and restructuring. They're now under new ownership, with plans to resume new bike development and push the brand forward.

DT Swiss to Close Trickstuff HQ, Consoldate Operations

May 5, 2025 by David Golay

DT Swiss is closing Trickstuff's original headquarters, and relocating the brand to existing DT facilities. Here's the rundown.

BLISTER reviews the Revel Ritual and ReRun

Revel Bikes Is Closing

April 21, 2025 by David Golay

Revel Bikes is closing shop. Here's what we know so far.

2025 Sea Otter Classic Recap

April 11, 2025 by David Golay

Check out a bunch of the most interesting, compelling, and just plain odd stuff we've seen at Sea Otter this year.

Tyrolia’s New Attack Hybrid Ski-Touring Bindings

February 19, 2025January 29, 2025 by Luke Koppa

Tyrolia has entered the “hybrid” category of touring bindings — here’s the rundown on their new Attack Hybrid platform.

Blister discusses the 2025-2026 Head Kore skis and Kaliber boots

Head Overhauls Kore Skis for 25/26 + Launches Dual-BOA Kaliber Boots

February 12, 2025January 29, 2025 by Luke Koppa

Head is making big changes to their lineup for 25/26, including a complete overhaul of their longstanding Kore skis, the new dual-BOA Kaliber boot collection, and more. Here are all the details.

10 Quick Stories, Ideas, Updates, & Reports from Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.333)

Athletes at the Blister Summit 2025

February 6, 2025January 24, 2025 by Kristin Sinnott

At the Blister Summit, you'll have a unique opportunity to ski with professional athletes from all over the world. Check out who you can expect to take laps with, hear from on panel sessions, and hang out with at the upcoming Blister Summit 2025.

Blister discusses the 2025-2026 Salomon QST 94, QST 100, QST 106, and S/Lab QST Blank

Salomon Announces New 2025-2026 QST Ski Collection

March 5, 2025January 23, 2025 by Luke Koppa

Salomon is overhauling their popular line of freeride skis, including two brand-new models, updates to the returning skis, and more. Here are the details.

Blister discusses K2's Cortex and Cortex Zonal BOA ski boots

K2 Reveals New Dual-BOA Low-Volume Cortex Ski Boots

January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 by Luke Koppa

Dual-BOA boots are here, but there’s more to K2’s new Cortex boots than just their additional dial — the Cortex is the lowest-volume and stiffest boot they’ve produced. Here are the details.

Salomon debuts 2025-2026 S/Pro Supra Dual BOA ski boot collection | Blister discusses the details

Salomon Announces 25/26 S/Pro Supra Dual BOA Ski Boots

January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 by Luke Koppa

It’s official — we’re getting boots with two BOA dials and zero traditional buckles. Here are the details on Salomon’s new S/Pro Supra Dual BOA ski boot collection.

2025-2026 Tecnica Mach1 LV Ski Boots | Blister discusses the announcement

Tecnica Announces 25/26 Mach1 LV Ski Boots

January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 by Luke Koppa

Tecnica has revealed the latest generation of their low-volume alpine boots, the Mach1 LV collection. Here’s what we know so far.

Introducing: ‘The Hundred’ T-Shirts

December 15, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Dear members of The Hundred: Thank you. We see you. And now, you can mark your rightful place among The Hundred.

Every year at Blister, we try to raise the bar. See how and why we believe that partnering with Carv this season represents another step forward.

Blister x Carv: Why We’re Partnering for the 24/25 Ski Season

December 10, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Every year at Blister, we try to raise the bar. See how and why we believe that partnering with Carv this season represents another step forward.

Big News: Travis Rice and the Natural Selection Tour have announced their most extensive development yet — the addition of ski, bike, and surf events. Here are the details.

Natural Selection Tour Expands to Ski, Snowboard, Bike, & Surf Events

October 28, 2024October 28, 2024 by Luke Koppa

Big News: Travis Rice and the Natural Selection Tour have announced their most extensive development yet — the addition of ski, bike, and surf events. Here are the details.

2024 Ski Movie Tours & Premieres | A Guide

October 28, 2024October 4, 2024 by Kristin Sinnott

We know we’re not the only ones itching to get back on snow. Thankfully, film tours and movie premiers are not only a great way to relive past seasons, they’re also excellent community events — you get to join friends new and old to share in the pre-season stoke. Here’s a guide to where and when you can attend one near you.