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Blister Holiday Gift Guide 2023 — Kids & Parents Edition

December 14, 2023December 12, 2023 by Kristin Sinnott

Rounding out our Holiday Gift Guide series this year is a collection of gift ideas that we think would be great for outdoor-oriented kids and parents — or those who are looking for new ways to spend more time outside with their little ones.

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2023 – In The Garage

December 12, 2023December 11, 2023 by Kara Williard

Next up in our annual holiday gift guide series are the bigger-ticket — or just plain bigger — gifts that you might need to hide in the garage.

Blister 2023 Holiday Gift Guide - Under The Tree

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2023 – Under The Tree

December 5, 2023 by Kara Williard

Next up in our 2023 Gift Guide series are the items that our reviewers think will make for awesome additions beneath the tree this holiday season. If you're looking for a gift for the skier, biker, hiker, traveler, or just about any other type of person in your life, check them out!

2023 Blister holiday gift guides - Stocking stuffers

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2023 – Stocking Stuffers

December 5, 2023November 29, 2023 by Kara Williard

‘Tis the season for giving, and our reviewers are here to help. We are kicking off our annual Holiday Gift Guides with some top stocking stuffer ideas for the bikers, skiers, snowboarders, campers, hikers, travelers, and just about any other type of person on your list.

Blister 2022 Holiday Gift Guide - Stocking stuffers

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2022 — Stocking Stuffers

December 5, 2022November 29, 2022 by Kara Williard

Struggling to find the perfect gift for someone in your life? Our reviewers are here to help — check out some of their top stocking stuffer ideas for this year, with several new suggestions here in Part Two.

Kristin Sinnott ripping in the Flylow Penny Insulate Flannel.

Flannel Shirt Roundup — 2022

August 31, 2022August 31, 2022 by Drew Kelly

Flannels — they’re basically the unofficial uniform of fall, and for good reason. Cozy enough to lounge in at home, and (usually) nice-looking enough for town. Check out our roundup for a bunch of options for women and men.

Stuff We Like: July 2021

August 2, 2021July 31, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

In this edition of our "Stuff We Like" series, we've got a mix of products we've grown to love even more after posting our reviews, some daily essentials, camping gear, and more.

Women’s Rain Jacket Roundup — 2021

August 2, 2021June 30, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

A reliable, packable rain jacket is always nice to have — especially when you never really know what the weather is going to throw at you. We've been testing five women's rain jackets (plus one for kids) and in this roundup, we discuss what sets each one apart.

Stuff We Like: June 2021

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

We're back with this month's edition of "Stuff We Like." The June version includes everything from bandanas to MTB pedals to kayak paddles and much more.

Blister Outdoor Gear review Crested Butte

Women’s Insulated Parka & Jacket Roundup

March 1, 2021February 10, 2021 by Kristin Sinnott

Looking for a big, warm, comfortable coat for chilly days around town? Check out several of the insulated parkas & jackets that our reviewers have been testing out this season.

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2020 — In the Garage

October 13, 2021December 15, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Our final gift guide is dedicated to those big-ticket items — check out our reviewers' top picks.

Blister's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide — kids and parents edition

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2020 — Kids & Parents Edition

October 27, 2021December 15, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

This edition of our gift guide is all about the little ones (and their parents). Check out our gift ideas for folks who like to get outside with their kids.

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2020 — Under the Tree

October 27, 2021December 8, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Next up in our gift guide are those items that we think would be great under the tree — check out our reviewers' top picks.

Blister's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide — Stocking Stuffers

Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide 2020 — Stocking Stuffers

October 27, 2021December 1, 2020 by Luke Koppa

It’s that time of year again, where many of us are thinking about gifts for our family and friends. Our reviewers are chiming in with their gift ideas, and we’re kicking things off with stocking stuffers.

Car Camping Gear Roundup — 2020

September 23, 2020September 19, 2020 by Luke Koppa

We've rounded up a bunch of gear that has made our camping experiences more enjoyable, whether you need products that work for both car-camping and backpacking, like to head out with your little one, or simply want to make your next car-camping trip more pleasant.

Summer Dress Roundup — 2020

July 13, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

A lightweight, comfortable dress is not only nice for casual nights out, the offerings from many companies can also now serve as functional pieces for a variety of warm-weather activities. Check out our roundup for some of our current favorites.

Sunglasses Roundup — 2020

October 30, 2020July 9, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Sunglasses: you use them, and if you spend a lot of time outside, you probably use them all the time. We’ve rounded up a variety of our current go-to sunglasses, from affordable, casual options to versatile, yet stylish frames to performance-oriented shades.

Baby / Child Carriers Roundup

July 18, 2022July 6, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

For the active parents out there, we've just updated our child-carriers roundup, including the popular and recently overhauled Osprey Poco Plus backpack.

Blister's 2020 summer skirt & skort roundup

Summer Skirt & Skort Roundup — 2020

November 22, 2021June 17, 2020 by Kristin Sinnott

There are now lots of skirts & skorts that can transition from casual walks around town to running, swimming, and hiking far from the city. We've rounded up several of the casual and technical options our reviewers have been using — check out our roundup to see which ones might work for you.

Father’s Day Roundup — 2020

June 12, 2020 by Luke Koppa

Looking for a way to celebrate and appreciate the fathers and father figures in your life? We polled several of our reviewers to get their suggestions for Father’s Day gifts — check out their picks.

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