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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.

Noah Bodman reviews the Yeti SB5 for Blister Gear Review

2017 Yeti SB5

July 18, 2017July 18, 2017 by Noah Bodman

If you’re looking for a mellow cruiser, the Yeti SB5 wouldn’t be our first recommendation. But if you want a versatile bike that can be rallied hard, it should be on your short list.

Tom Collier reviews the Fox 36 RC2 for Blister Gear Review.

2017 Fox 36 RC2 Float Fork

July 19, 2017July 16, 2017 by Tom Collier

The Fox 36 RC2 Float might be the stiffest 27.5" single crown fork we've ridden, but how does it stack up to forks like the RockShox Pike?

Tom Collier reviews the Fox Transfer Dropper for Blister Gear Review.

Fox Transfer Dropper Post

July 16, 2017 by Tom Collier

Fox's Transfer dropper post works well, and has some design features that should help it avoid the durability issues that plague many droppers.

Noah Bodman reviews Sram's ROAM 60 29” wheels for Blister Gear Review

Sram ROAM 60 29” Wheels

August 8, 2017July 15, 2017 by Noah Bodman

Sram just released a 29er version of their burly Roam 60 wheelset.

Noah Bodman reviews the Devinci Django 29 for Blister Gear Review.

2016 Devinci Django Carbon 29 GX

July 14, 2017 by Noah Bodman

While there are better purpose-built bikes out there, for an all-around, one bike quiver, it’s pretty tough to top the Devinci Django 29.

Kelty TN2 Tent

August 23, 2018July 13, 2017 by Cy Whitling

The Kelty TN2 is a pretty packable, affordable option for anyone looking for a roomy two-person tent.

Paul Forward reviews the Dynafit TLT7 for Blister Review.

2018-2019 Dynafit TLT7 Performance

November 28, 2018July 10, 2017 by Paul Forward

The Dynafit TLT7 is the latest AT boot in one of the most distinguished product lines in ski touring, and it’s a radical departure from its predecessors. Check out our review.

Luke Koppa reviews the Black Diamond Helio 105 Carbon for Blister Gear Review

2019-2020 Black Diamond Helio 105 Carbon

February 3, 2020July 9, 2017 by Luke Koppa

Black Diamond says the Helio 105 Carbon “balances playful, soft-snow performance with technical precision,” which sounds a bit contradictory, so how playful or precise is this ski? Could it be both?

Dave Alie reviews the MSR Flylite for Blister Gear Review

MSR Flylite 2-Person Trekking Pole Shelter

July 8, 2017 by Dave Alie

There are a lot of options on the minimalist end of the backcountry-shelter spectrum, and the MSR Flylite is one of the best we've used in terms of weight, interior space, and price.

17/18 Blizzard Spur

January 29, 2018July 7, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

The Blizzard Spur has been one of our absolute favorite fat skis. And the new Spur could hardly be more different. So is that a good or a bad thing?

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Sam Shaheen reviews the G3 Scala LT skins for Blister Review

2017-2018 G3 Scala LT Skins

September 29, 2019July 4, 2017 by Sam Shaheen

G3 has updated their deep-snow-oriented Scala skin to cut weight. So how does the new Scala LT perform, and how does it differ from the original Scala?

Noah Bodman reviews the Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack for Blister Gear Review

Kuat NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack

July 3, 2017 by Ron Brandt

Kuat has updated their NV series of racks with the NV Base 2.0, so how does it perform, and how does it compare to the old NV 1.0?

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the ON3P Wrenegade 108 for Blister Gear Review

Deep Dive: ON3P Wrenegade 108

January 29, 2018June 30, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We compare the Wrenegade 108 to the Nordica Enforcer 110, Blizzard Cochise, Black Crows Atris, Moment Belafonte, Line Supernatural 108, J Skis The Metal, Head Monster 108, and more...

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Five Ten Quantum

June 30, 2017 by Dave Alie

The redesigned Five Ten Quantum is billed as an all-round shoe, but where does it really shine? We weigh in.

Jonathan Ellsworth reviews the Black Crows Daemon for Blister Review

17/18 Black Crows Daemon

January 29, 2018June 29, 2017 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Here are some thoughts on the new Daemon, specifically on how it stacks up to the Volkl Mantra, as well as sizing recommendations.

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

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

2017 Yeti SB5

2017 Fox 36 RC2 Float Fork

Fox Transfer Dropper Post

Sram ROAM 60 29” Wheels

2016 Devinci Django Carbon 29 GX

Kelty TN2 Tent

2018-2019 Dynafit TLT7 Performance

2019-2020 Black Diamond Helio 105 Carbon

MSR Flylite 2-Person Trekking Pole Shelter

17/18 Blizzard Spur

2017-2018 G3 Scala LT Skins

Kuat NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack

Deep Dive: ON3P Wrenegade 108

Five Ten Quantum

17/18 Black Crows Daemon

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

Jason Levinthal Acquires 4FRNT Skis

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

2017 Trek Remedy 9 RSL