BLISTER Podcast | BLISTER Outdoor Media & Gear Reviews

A Nearly Fatal Birthday in the Backcountry (Ep.47)

June 3, 2019July 18, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

On July 9, Blister founder, Jonathan Ellsworth, was involved in a near-fatal fall while ski touring on Independence Pass. This is the account of what happened; what can be learned from the incident and our decision-making; and what's next for him.

Matt Sterbenz (4FRNT Skis) and Jason Levinthal (J Skis) on the Blister Podcast

4FRNT Skis – Matt Sterbenz & Jason Levinthal (Ep.46)

June 3, 2019June 28, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jason Levinthal just acquired 4FRNT Skis, so we talk to Levinthal and 4FRNT founder, Matt Sterbenz, about the deal; what brought it about; what we can expect going forward; and the state of the ski industry in general.

Tommy Caldwell, Climber, Blister Podcast

Tommy Caldwell, Big-Wall Climber (Ep.45)

June 3, 2019June 26, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to one of the most accomplished big-wall climbers of all time about his excellent new book; risk; Alex Honnold's latest free solo; obsessive focus vs. a desire for balance; the future of climbing, and more.

Jim Harris -- Perpetual Weekend -- on the Blister Podcast

Jim Harris, Perpetual Weekend (Ep.44)

June 3, 2019June 19, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jim Harris is as passionate about and as involved in the outdoors industry as anyone, but a serious accident threatened to change that. But the real story here is Jim's "crazy" recovery, and the lessons he has learned (and that we would do well to learn from him) about dealing with obstacles, understanding self-identity, and defining self worth.

Alex Honnold's Free Solo of El Cap on the Blister Podcast

Alex Honnold’s Free Solo of El Cap (Ep.43)

June 3, 2019June 8, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In this episode, Blister's climbing editor joins us in the attempt to wrap our heads around Honnold’s successful free solo of El Cap, and to debate whether this is the greatest athletic achievement ever.

Michelle Parker — Skier, Climber, Biker, “Pretend Band Member” … (Ep.42)

June 3, 2019May 20, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to ridiculously-well-rounded-skier Michelle Parker about joining the Arc'teryx team, her work with S.A.F.E.A.S Clinics, her upcoming trips, gear, mountain lions, and a whole lot more.

Sage Cattabriga-Alosa on the blister podcast

Sage Cattabriga-Alosa (Ep.41)

August 11, 2018May 9, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We sat down with one of the best big-mountain skiers of all time to talk about kids, intuition, preparing for big lines, and a whole lot more.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Nordica Enforcer 110 for Blister Gear Review.

New Ski Reviews from Mt Bachelor (Ep.40)

June 3, 2019May 6, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Blister reviewers talk about some of the most surprising skis we reviewed at Mt Bachelor, then discuss what our 1-ski and 2-ski quiver picks would be for Mt Bachelor. So here are our very fresh thoughts on a number of very high-profile skis.

New Bike Stuff! (Ep.39)

June 3, 2019April 24, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Blister's bike editor, Noah Bodman, about where the most innovations are taking place in the bike world; whether e-bikes are gaining acceptance; several particular bikes (including the YT Jeffsy, the Canyon Spectral, and a couple of “plus” bikes); and the upcoming World Cup DH season.

DPS Skis founder, Stephan Drake, on the Blister Podcast

DPS Skis Founder, Stephan Drake (Ep.38)

June 3, 2019April 17, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to DPS Skis founder, Stephan Drake, about the early days of DPS, ski design, and the new DPS ski boot that aims to change skiing as we know it.

Paul Forward, Powder Skis, on the Blister Podcast

New Gear – Powder Skis with Paul Forward (Ep.37)

June 3, 2019April 7, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We're talking again with blister reviewer and Alaskan heli guide, Paul Forward about a number of pow skis he's been on this season.

Magnus Granér, X Games Real Ski Gold Medalist (Ep.36)

June 3, 2019March 30, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

In a word, Magnus Granér is different. We talk to him about his Real Ski win, SLVSH, The Bunch, growing up in Sweden, attending the real Hogwarts School, skiing on Mars, and more...

Sven Coomer, Zipfit Boot Liners on the Blister Podcast

Sven Coomer, Founder of Zipfit Ski Boot Liners (Ep.35)

June 3, 2019March 24, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

What is the least understood but arguably most important piece of ski equipment? Ski boot liners. So we talk to ski boot pioneer, Sven Coomer, about why boot liners don’t receive the attention they deserve, what makes Zipfit liners different, and why Sven believes that liners are the single most important piece of ski equipment.

Paul Forward, Chugach Powder Guide, on the Blister Podcast

Paul Forward — Heli Guide, Doctor, Blister Reviewer (Ep.34)

June 3, 2019March 16, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Is he the most interesting man in the world? Probably. We talk to our good friend Paul Forward about heli skiing, heli guiding, wilderness medicine, and of course, some new gear.

Wagner Skis, Parlor Skis, and Folsom Skis on the Blister Podcast

Round Table on Custom Skis — Wagner, Parlor, Folsom (Ep.33)

June 3, 2019February 13, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

What are "custom" skis, how does the process work, and who should consider them? We sat down with Wagner, Parlor, and Folsom Custom Skis to discuss.

Blister reports on the new skis from SIA 2017

SIA Snow Show 2017 — Overview & Trends (Ep.32)

November 17, 2021February 1, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We discuss the most intriguing, the most head scratching, and the most bizarre new products for next season that we saw at the SIA tradeshow.

Warner Nickerson — American Skier, Perpetual Underdog, King of Fun (Ep.31)

June 3, 2019January 19, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Warner and I discuss his background; the business of ski racing and ski academies; the thorny issue of sponsorships and athletes skiing on equipment that isn’t a good match for them; and Kitzbuhel.

Blister Podcast on Wilderness First Responder Training, or WFR, or backcountry emergencies

How to Handle Backcountry Emergencies (Ep.30)

May 13, 2020December 30, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Accidents happen when you're far away from help. Do you know how to respond? Too many of us don't, and that is irresponsible and dangerous. This conversation will drive that point home, and clue you in on some steps we all should take.

On this Blister Podcast, we talk to Cy Whitling, David Steele, and Andrew Forward

Report from Bachelor + Meet the New Reviewers (Ep.29)

June 3, 2019December 19, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

From Bend, we announce the release of a new special-edition Blister Pro, then talk to Blister reviewers David Steele and Andrew Forward about growing up in Alaska; speed flying; Glacier National Park; funny & painful ski touring missions, Super Burrito, and more.

Blister Podcast with Brendan Leondard on his book Make It Till You Make It

Brendan Leonard, Semi-Rad.com (Ep.28)

June 3, 2019December 2, 2016 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Semi-Rad.com's Brendan Leonard about creativity and the process of creating: How to stop procrastinating and get started; why - and why not - to attempt something new; and what it takes to keep going.

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