BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

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BLISTER — Outdoor Gear Reviews, Podcasts, Buyer’s Guides, Giveaways

Flash Review: 24/25 ZAG Slap 104 Lite

ZAG has added a new, lighter version of their Slap 104 for those looking to earn their turns on the skin track — here are our initial thoughts.

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Simon Stewart reviews the Bosch Performance Line CX

Flash Review: Bosch Performance Line CX Drive System

Bosch has a new version of the class-leading Performance Line CX motor. Find out how they’ve refined what was already one of the best drive systems on the market.

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Paul Forward reviews the v2 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro for Blister

2024-2025 Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro

Since its introduction, the Zero G Tour Pro has been one of the most impressive touring boots we’ve tested, but Tecnica updated it this season. So, did they manage to improve upon an already excellent design? Here’s our Full Review.

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Blister reviews the OneUp Components Clip Pedals

Flash Review: OneUp Clip Pedals

OneUp’s new Clip Pedals sound promising on paper — offering a thin platform, relatively low weight, and supposedly less play than SPDs. We’ve got some early thoughts on how well those claims are borne out.

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Blister reviews the volkl Peregrine 80 and Peregrine 82

Deep Dive: Völkl Peregrine 80 & Peregrine 82

We compare the Peregrine 80 and Peregrine 82 to the Nordica Steadfast 85 DC, Stockli Montero AR, Elan Wingman 86 CTi, Fischer The Curv GT 85, Rossignol Arcade 88, Kastle MX84, Head Supershape e-Rally, K2 Disruption 82Ti, Head Supershape e-Titan, Atomic Maverick 88 Ti, and Dynastar M-Cross 88.

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David Golay reviews the Delium Versatile and Rugged tires for BLISTER

Delium Versatile and Rugged Tires

“Cheap, light, strong: pick two” is an old cliche when it comes to bike parts, but “cheap or good: pick one” is probably more apt for tires. Delium is trying to change that, with a lineup of relatively affordable tire options that they say still offer top-tier performance. We’ve spent the last several months putting those claims to the test.

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Extended: Win Outerwear From Flylow

The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get either the Albert Jacket and Baker Insulated Bib or Billie Coat and Moxie Bib from Flylow!

Blister reviews the Salomon QST X

Flash Review: 24/25 Salomon QST X

Japow Update: Kara Williard brought the QST X with her on a recent trip to Japan and she’s now added her thoughts on this lightweight powder ski.

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Blister reviews the Tyrolia Attack Hybrid 14 MN/PT.

Tyrolia Attack Hybrid 14 MN/PT Ski-Touring Binding

Tyrolia has entered the “hybrid” category of touring bindings by expanding their well-known Attack series with the all-new Hybrid 14 MN/PT. Check out our First Look for our measured specs and all the details on this new system.

Blister reviews the Ibis Oso 1.1

Flash Review: Ibis Oso 1.1

Ibis made some meaningful tweaks to the Oso 1.1, and we’ve gotten some initial trail time on Ibis’ burly eMTB. Check out our initial thoughts.

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Alex Hackel on Kings & Queens of Corbet’s, Movies, & More (Ep.346)

We’re talking about all things ‘Kings & Queens’ with Alex Hackel, who has podiumed both times he’s competed in the event. Alex is also a 2-times X-games medalist, he’s the co-founder of 1000skis, and he’s a terrific filmmaker, and we discuss all of this and more.

Luke Koppa reviews the Head Kore 118Ti for Blister

Flash Review: 25/26 Head Kore 118Ti

Crested Butte has gotten 30+ inches of new snow in the past few days, so we’ve been breaking out several new pow skis. First up is the Kore 118Ti, which represents a pretty big shift for the Kore series. Here are our initial thoughts.

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Blister reviews the Head Kore 118 Ti.

2025-2026 Head Kore 118 Ti

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the new Head Kore 118 Ti.