Podcasts | BLISTER Outdoor Media & Gear Reviews

Jonathan Ellsworth, Sam Shaheen, and Luke Koppa discuss the Nordica Enforcer 104 Free, J Skis Friend, 4FRNT Inthayne, Line Outline, and Line Sir Francis Bacon on Blister's GEAR:30 Podcast

New Skis from LINE, Nordica, 4FRNT, and J Skis + a Confession & Sneak Peek (Ep.37)

February 17, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk new skis from Line, Nordica, 4FRNT, and J Skis. Also, I share my change of heart over light skis, Luke and Sam discuss their new article on caring for your outerwear, and we give a sneak peek for our upcoming and very intimate episode of GEAR:30.

Cody Townsend discusses his FIFTY project on the Blister Podcast

Cody Townsend on The FIFTY Project (Ep.78)

February 23, 2019February 11, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Cody Townsend about his massive new undertaking to ski 50 classic North American lines. We discuss his approach to the project; how it’s going so far; dealing with its incredibly tricky logistics; which lines are the most daunting; the line he’d just skied; what gear he is using; and more.

Blister discusses notable trends and products at the 2019 Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show SIA trade show on the GEAR:30 podcast

2019 Outdoor Retailer / SIA Show Highlights (Ep.36)

February 2, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We just wrapped up our time at the Outdoor Retailer / SIA trade show, so five of us sat down to discuss the most interesting trends we saw, the products we were most tempted to steal, and more.

Brendan Leonard of Semi-Rad.com speaking at the Blister Speaker Series at Western University

Blister Speaker Series 1.1 – Brendan Leonard, Semi-Rad.com

February 11, 2019January 29, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We just held the inaugural Blister Speaker Series event at Western Colorado University with Brendan Leonard — author, filmmaker, and creator of semi-rad.com. So here is that live conversation where we talk with Brendan about work, work ethic, creativity, and how to keep from compromising your vision in whatever field you are passionate about pursuing.

Kai Palkeinen at Pulse Boot Lab & Ski Co. in Revelstoke, CA.

New Innovations in Bootfitting with Pulse Boot Lab (Ep.35)

January 24, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Are you one of the many people who has wished that your ski boots were a bit stiffer or more comfortable? Well then listen up, because, the bootfitters at Pulse Boot Lab in Revelstoke have come up with a number of innovative ways to achieve both.

Jonathan Ellsworth and Jed Yeiser discuss the new K2 Mindbender ski series on Blister's GEAR:30 podcast.

New K2 Mindbender Skis (Ep.34)

January 15, 2019January 15, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to K2 ski designer, Jed Yeiser, about the 13 new skis that make up K2’s brand new “Mindbender” series.

Luke Koppa, Sam Shaheen, and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss new skis and outerwear on Blister's GEAR:30 Podcast

New Skis & Outerwear (Ep.33)

January 6, 2019January 5, 2019 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We discuss the latest skis and outerwear we’re reviewing, including the Black Crows Corvus, Rossi Black Ops, Parlor Cardinal 90, Argent Skis Badger, Flylow Baker Bibs, and Patagonia Micro Puff Storm.

Romp Skis founders Caleb and Morgan Weinberg on Blister's GEAR:30 Podcast

Romp Skis (Ep.32)

December 22, 2018December 21, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We sat down with Romp Skis founders Caleb and Morgan Weinberg to talk about their backgrounds, their approach to building “custom” skis, how they ended up building skis for the 10th Special Forces Group, and more.

Blister's "Best Of" runner up products and interesting new skis on the GEAR:30 Podcast

“Best Of” Runner-Ups + New Skis (Ep.31)

December 14, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We discuss 3 skis that very narrowly missed getting a “Best Of” selection from us, then we turn to some new skis we’ve been getting on from Folsom, Rossignol, Head, Moment, Dynastar, and more.

Ski Mountaineer, Greg Hill on the Blister Podcast

Ski Mountaineer Greg Hill on “Progress, not Perfection” (Ep.76)

November 22, 2021December 13, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Greg Hill about the new Canadian chapter of Protect Our Winters, his take on how to address “eco-anxiety”, backcountry ski guiding and safety, and more.

All That Glitters is Not Gold; Blister's GEAR:30 podcast

All That Glitters is Not Gold (Ep.30)

December 7, 2018December 7, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Not all gear is great — or even good. So today we’re discussing a number of intriguing products that turned out to disappoint.

Independent Journalist and Author J.B. MacKinnon on climbing, consumer culture, and environmental impacts

Climbers’ Environmental Impact with Author J.B. MacKinnon (Ep. 21)

December 15, 2021December 3, 2018 by Dave Alie

What’s the biggest environmental impact we have as climbers? We talk with award-winning author, J.B. MacKinnon, about the three main environmental impacts from the outdoor industry, how those manifest in climbing, and the path to a more sustainable future.

Merlin Rock Gear's Erick Davidson on Blister's All Things Climbing Podcast

Making Homemade Cams: Erick Davidson of Merlin Rock Gear (Ep.20)

November 19, 2018 by Dave Alie

Merlin Rock Gear makes the best cams you’ve never heard of — they aren’t sold in stores or online, and they don’t even have a website. Engineer Erick Davidson designs and builds extra-large format cams at home, trimming weight and introducing clever design elements to raise the bar significantly for large cams. We talk about his design improvements and how he convinced himself that they were safe to use in the real world.

Hoji on the Hoji Free & 4FRNT Renegade (Ep.29)

November 15, 2018November 15, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Hoji about his brand-new boot, the Dynafit Hoji Free; the differences between it and the current Hoji Pro Tour; how he’s been refining his signature ski, the 4FRNT Renegade; and his work with Arc’teryx.

Eric Hjorleifson discusses the Matchstick Productions Movie "HOJI" on the Blister Podcast

HOJI on “HOJI” (Ep.75)

February 11, 2019November 14, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Few people are so good at what they do that they can have a film made about their life and career while they’re still in the middle of both. But Eric Hjorleifson is one of those people, so we talked to Hoji about the new Matchstick movie and more.

Will Ritter, founder of Spark R&D, on the Blister Podcast GEAR:30

Spark R&D — Part 2 (Ep.28)

November 9, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Spark R&D founder, Will Ritter, about some of Spark’s current products, collaborating with CAST Touring and 22 Designs, and implementing solar power in their factory in Bozeman, Montana.

Zen & the Art of Creating the World’s Biggest Splitboard Binding Company: Will Ritter, Spark R&D (Ep.27)

November 2, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Will Ritter about starting - and running - the largest splitboard binding company in the world, Spark R&D, and Will provides a number of valuable insights for anyone thinking of starting anything.

Alex Honnold and Phil Powers discuss Big Wall climbing on Blister's All Things Climbing Podcast

Phil Powers and Alex Honnold on a Permit System for The Nose? (Ep.19)

October 29, 2018October 29, 2018 by Dave Alie

Are we moving toward a future where The Nose (or other well-traveled walls) are headed for a permit system? Dave and Luke debate this hypothetical with the help of American Alpine Club CEO Phil Powers, Maury Birdwell, and Alex Honnold.

Blister's Buyer's Guide and Best Of awards on the Gear:30 Podcast

Our 18/19 Winter Buyer’s Guide & “Best Of” Awards (Ep.26)

October 26, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa, and Sam Shaheen discuss some of the “Best Of” award winners in the 18/19 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide.

Climbing The Nose - All Things Climbing Podcast

What’s it like to climb The Nose? (Ep.18)

October 29, 2018October 8, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

What’s it like to climb The Nose? Is it really as “easy” as people say? And what level of experience is required to have a reasonable chance of topping out? Our host of All Things Climbing and his wife Katie report on their recent trip up the world’s most iconic rock climb.

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