Reviews

Justin Bobb reviews the Amplid UNW8 for Blister Gear Review.

2015-2016 Amplid UNW8

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The Amplid UNW8 delivers a stiff, responsive, and surprisingly durable ride that makes it a great one board quiver.

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Noah Bodman reviews the Canfield Jedi for Blister Gear Review.

2015 Canfield Brothers 27.5 Jedi

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The 2015 Canfield Jedi handles gnarly, rough trails better than any other bike we've been on.

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Park ATD-1 Adjustable Torque Driver

Park Tool ATD-1 Adjustable Torque Driver

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The Park ATD-1 Adjustable Torque Driver is a handy tool that makes setting precise bolt torques on expensive components easy.

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POC Joint VPD Air Knee Pads

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The POC Joint VPD Air Knee Pads are comfortable enough for longer, hot trail rides, while still providing a useful amount of protection.

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Tom Collier reviews the Giro Insulated Shirt for Blister Gear Review.

Giro Insulated Shirt

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The Giro Insulated Shirt is a warm, casual jacket that works best on cold days or easy commutes on the bike.

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Sam Feuerborn Reader Review of thePeter Hutchinson Designs Hispar 800 for Blister Gear Review

Reader Review: Peter Hutchinson Designs Hispar 800

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Blister reader Sam Feuerborn spent over 90 nights in the PHD Hispar 800 sleeping bag this winter, and it exceeded all of his expectations.

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Cy Whitling reviews the Toby Henderson Industries Arcus for Blister Gear Review.

THE Industries Arcus Helmet

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The THE Industries Arcus is an inexpensive trail helmet that rivals far more expensive competitors.

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Tom Collier reviews the Five Ten Impact VXi, Blister Gear Review

Five Ten Impact VXi

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Update: After a year of riding, the Five Ten Impact VXi is still going strong, and has proven to be far more durable than its predecessors.

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the G3 Zenoxide Carbon Fusion 105 for Blister Gear Review

2015-2016 G3 Zenoxide Carbon Fusion 105

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The G3 Zenoxide Carbon Fusion 105 is a very stiff and stable backcountry ski that inspires a ton of confidence in sketchy conditions and technical terrain.

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Cy Whitling reviews the F'real smoothie for Blister Gear Review

Random Review: F’real Smoothies

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In celebration of the 4th, we present a very American gas station product: the F'real Smoothie.

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Noah Bodman on the Canfield Jedi 27.5, Blister Gear Review.

Video: 2015 Canfield Brothers 27.5 Jedi Preview

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Noah Bodman has been riding the new 27.5" Canfield Jedi in a variety of terrain, take a look. (Review coming soon.)

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Tasha Heilweil reviews the Osprey Raven 10 Hydration Pack for Blister Gear Review

Osprey Raven 10 Hydration Pack

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The Osprey Raven 10 Hydration Pack offers a great female-specific fit and some well thought out features.

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Tom Collier reviews the Giro CA Ride Overshort 2.0

Giro CA Ride Overshort 2.0 Shorts

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The Giro CA Ride Overshort 2.0 is a slimmer fitting, good-looking short intended for commuters and road riders, but we've used them mountain biking, hiking, and camping, too.

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Marshal Olson reviews the Ultraspire Impulse Hydration belt for Blister Gear review.

UltrAspire Impulse Hydration Belt

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If you're not a slave to fashion, the UltrAspire Impulse Hydration Belt offers a level of comfort and convenience that's hard to match with a traditional hydration pack or 'enduro' fanny pack.

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Marshal Olson Race Report, Fears Tears and Beers Enduro for Blister Gear Review

Race Report: Fears, Tears and Beers Enduro

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The 10th Annual Fears, Tears, and Beers Enduro was a great time, and if you like fun, beer, or biking through casinos, you should know about this race.

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Noah Bodman reviews the Kali Avatar X for Blister Gear Review.

Kali Avatar X Helmet

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The Kali Avatar X full face helmet offers some valuable safety features in a light weight package at a good price.

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Tom Collier reviews the Giro Wind Guard 1/4 zip jersey for Blister Gear Review.

Giro Wind Guard 1/4 Zip Jersey

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The Giro Wind Guard 1/4 Zip Jersey offers a great combination of warmth, breathability, and casual styling that make it perfect for colder rides.

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Noah Bodman reviews the WTB High Tail Carbon Saddle for Blister Gear Review.

WTB High Tail Carbon Saddle

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The WTB High Tail is a saddle designed to reduce tire buzz on long-travel, large-wheeled bikes, but it’s also a viable lightweight option if its narrow shape fits you.

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Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Parlor Skis Cardinal 100 for Blister Gear Review

2021-2022 Parlor Skis Cardinal 100

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Parlor Skis is a custom manufacturer in Boston, and their Cardinal 100 has stood up very well against several of the best all-mountain skis in its class.

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Noah Bodman reviews the Gravity Grid bar and stem for Blister Gear Review.

Gravity Grid Bar and Stem

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The 35mm Gravity Grid bar and stem are some of the most reasonably priced big bars on the market, and they perform well, too.

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