![Jane Koopman reviews the 2014 Astral Brewess, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/DSC_0102-2-640x272.jpg)
Astral Brewess Water Shoe
With a low profile and excellent grip, the Astral Brewess is perfect for women who want a minimalist river shoe.
![Random Review, The Earth, Blister Gear Review](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/EarthSlider1-640x273.jpg)
Random Review: The Earth
In celebration of Earth Day, we offer our take on Home.
![David Spiegel reviews the 2014 Jackson Rock Star, Blister Gear Review](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/891A5662-640x272.jpg)
Jackson Rockstar M vs Wave Sport Möbius 57
The Wave Sport Möbius and 2014 Jackson Rockstar are both high-performance freestyle boats, but our head-to-head testing showed that the Rockstar has the edge.
![Werner Paddles interview, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/DSC05067-2-640x272.jpg)
20 Questions: Werner Paddles
We sat down with Danny Mongno from Werner Paddles to find out more about Werner’s philosophy behind design, materials and construction.
![John Nestler reviews the NRS Outlaw II inflatable kayak, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/JNEST_201406_2470-397-640x272.jpg)
NRS Outlaw II Inflatable Kayak
Inflatable kayaks provide a forgiving ride for beginners, but can also be used for long self-supported expeditions. The NRS Outlaw II is a versatile IK at a great price point.
![Thomas Neilson reviews the ZET Kayaks Director, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/MG_5244-640x273.jpg)
ZET Kayaks Director
The ZET Kayaks Director is a high-performance creeking machine for big boaters, but needs to be paddled aggressively to perform at its best.
![John Nestler reviews the WRSI Trident, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/891A3770-640x273.jpg)
WRSI Trident Helmet
With excellent sun protection and a lightweight carbon shell, the WRSI Trident is an excellent choice for guides, instructors, and those paddlers who spend their time in deeper rivers. But see our notes re: fit and coverage.
![Kevin Cripps reviews the Adventure Technology Geronimo, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/DSC08034-640x273.jpg)
AT Geronimo Paddle: Carbon Bent Shaft
The carbon AT Geronimo feels great on the water, but our tests indicate the durability may not be up to par.
![Skookumchuck Narrows, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/891A5306-640x273.jpg)
Trip Report & Guide: Skookumchuck Narrows, BC
BC’s Skookumchuck Narrows is one of the world’s best surf spots for paddlers—even in December. Here’s a gallery from our most recent trip, and a guide to planning your own.
![Julia Van Raalte reviews The Golden Spruce, Blister Gear Review](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/The-Golden-Spruce-Stock.jpg)
The Golden Spruce
One of our favorites, The Golden Spruce is a beautifully written book that deals with ecological terrorism, a fascinating mystery, and the magical location of Haida Gwaii.
![David Spiegel reviews the Werner Sherpa, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/891A3948-640x273.jpg)
Werner Sherpa Paddle: Bent Shaft
The fiberglass Werner Sherpa Paddle combines excellent performance with durability, and its mid-sized blades and bent shaft can minimize strain on your body.
!["Living the Best Day Ever" by Hendri Coetzee, Blister Gear Review.](https://blisterreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/coetzee-cover.jpg)
Living the Best Day Ever
Johannes Hendri Coetzee’s book was published posthumously after his death on the river. But his journals reveal much more than a daredevil trying to live the best day ever, every single day.