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Reviews

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Westcomb Ozone Hoody for Blister Gear Review

Westcomb Ozone Hoody

August 9, 2015August 8, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Westcomb Ozone Hoody

Size Tested: Large

Features:

  • Polartec Power stretch body-hugging 4-way stretch
  • Athletic hood
  • 2 hand pockets
  • Integrated thumb loops

Blister…

Categories Lifestyle / Casual, Reviews
Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Mons Royale Hoody for Blister Gear Review

Mons Royale Mid Hit Hoody

August 8, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We’ve already reviewed the men’s and women’s version of the Mons Royale Mid Hit hoody, but we’re talking about it again since it is…

Categories Lifestyle / Casual, Reviews
Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the United by Blue Standard Zip hoodie for Blister Gear Review.

United by Blue Men’s Standard Zip Hoodie

August 8, 2015 by Jonathan Ellsworth

While it seems like just about every company nowadays has some sort of environmental mission or “green goals,” United by Blue does things a little di…

Categories Lifestyle / Casual, Reviews

Bike Racks 101

August 7, 2015 by Noah Bodman
Roof, hitch, or strap-on bike rack? Each style has its pros and cons, some of which aren’t obvious. So before you waste your money, check out the Blister guide to choosing the right rack.
Categories Bike Racks, GEAR 101, Mountain Bike Reviews, Mountain Biking 101, Recommended
Josh Bryceland (Ratboy) is back on the Downhill World Cup Circuit by Noah Bodman.

Return of the Rat

August 8, 2015August 6, 2015 by Noah Bodman
Josh Bryceland is back on top, still very much being himself, and doing things on a bike that few have done before.
Categories Features, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended
Noah Bodman reviews the 2015 Race Face SixC Carbon Cinch Cranks for Blister Gear Review.

2015 Race Face SixC Carbon Cinch Cranks

August 6, 2015August 5, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The 2015 Race Face SixC Carbon Cinch Cranks are very impressive on multiple fronts.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Jamie Rushford reviews the SCARPA Furia Climbing shoe for Blister Gear review.

SCARPA Furia

August 3, 2015August 3, 2015 by Jamie Rushford
The Scarpa Furia is an excellent all-around shoe for bouldering and hard sport climbing, and strikes a good balance between sensitivity and power.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Reviews
Blister Gear Review Tom Collier reviews the MRP Wave narrow/wide chainring for Blister Gear Review.

MRP Wave Chainring

August 2, 2015 by Tom Collier
The MRP Wave narrow / wide chainring features a unique design that offers some durability and performance benefits.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Matt Zia reviews the Outdoor Research Helium II jacket for Blister Gear Review.

Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket

August 14, 2015July 31, 2015 by Matt Zia
The Outdoor Research Helium II is a minimalist rain jacket that's perfect for sudden storms.
Categories Climbing, Jackets, Reviews
Tom Collier reviews the Thomson Elite Covert Dropper Seatpost for Blister Gear Review.

Thomson Elite Covert Dropper Seatpost

July 30, 2015 by Tom Collier
The Thomson Elite Covert may be the best dropper post on the market.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Saddles & Seatposts

Sterling Evolution Aero 9.2 Rope

August 9, 2015July 29, 2015 by Dave Alie
The Sterling Evolution Aero offers a durability boost over its predecessors that makes it the best 9.2mm rope on the market today.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the SRAM X01 DH 7 speed drivetrain for Blister Gear Review.

2015 SRAM X01 DH 7-Speed Drivetrain

July 28, 2015July 28, 2015 by Noah Bodman
SRAM's X01 DH 7-Speed Drivetrain offers the best available performance, but there are other factors to consider, too.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Dave Alie reviews the Sterling Evolution Helix for Blister Gear Review

Sterling Evolution Helix 9.5 Rope

August 9, 2015July 27, 2015 by Dave Alie
The Sterling Evolution Helix is a top performer in the do-it-all, single rope category, and proves that ropes aren't merely about weight vs. diameter.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Matt Zia reviews the Outdoor Research Cirque Pant for Blister Gear Review.

Outdoor Research Cirque Pants

July 26, 2015 by Matt Zia
The Outdoor Research Cirque is a versatile, multi-season softshell pant.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the Wolf Tooth DropStop (v2) 32t Chainring for Blister Gear Review

Wolf Tooth DropStop (V2) 32T Chainring

July 28, 2015July 25, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The redesigned Wolf Tooth narrow/wide chainring is the best option we've tested for 1x drivetrains.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Matt Zia reviews the Outdoor Research Splitter gloves for Blister Gear Review.

Outdoor Research Splitter Gloves

July 24, 2015 by Matt Zia
The Outdoor Research Splitter gloves are a promising alternative to athletic tape for splitter crack climbs.
Categories Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Noah Bodman reviews the WTB Riddler tire for Blister Gear Review.

WTB Riddler Tire

July 23, 2015 by Noah Bodman
The WTB Riddler is a 27.5" semi-slick tire that rolls fast while still cornering very well.
Categories Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews, Tires
Tom Collier reviews the SRAM GX 1x11 drivetrain for Blister Gear Review.

SRAM GX 1×11 Drivetrain

July 22, 2015 by Tom Collier
The SRAM GX 1x11 drivetrain is now the most affordable 1x11 drivetrain available for anyone looking to ditch their front derailleur.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Featured, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
Matt Zia reviews the Black Diamond B.D.V hoody and pants for Blister Gear Review.

Black Diamond B.D.V. Hoody and Pants

July 21, 2015 by Matt Zia
The Black Diamond B.D.V. pants and hoodie are the best rock climbing soft shells we've tested.
Categories Apparel, Climbing, Featured, Recommended, Reviews
Marshal Olson reviews the Wolftooth components GCX 42T Replacement Cog for Blister Gear review.

Wolf Tooth Components GCX 42T Replacement Cog

July 20, 2015July 20, 2015 by Marshal Olson
The Wolf Tooth Components GCX 42T cog is an affordable solution for worn out cassettes, and makes 1x11 drivetrains even more compelling.
Categories Drivetrain & Pedals, Mountain Bike Reviews, Recommended, Reviews
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