Bike Racks 101
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.
Return of the Rat
Josh Bryceland is back on top, still very much being himself, and doing things on a bike that few have done before.
2015 Race Face SixC Carbon Cinch Cranks
The 2015 Race Face SixC Carbon Cinch Cranks are very impressive on multiple fronts.
SCARPA Furia
The Scarpa Furia is an excellent all-around shoe for bouldering and hard sport climbing, and strikes a good balance between sensitivity and power.
MRP Wave Chainring
The MRP Wave narrow / wide chainring features a unique design that offers some durability and performance benefits.
Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket
The Outdoor Research Helium II is a minimalist rain jacket that's perfect for sudden storms.
Thomson Elite Covert Dropper Seatpost
The Thomson Elite Covert may be the best dropper post on the market.
Sterling Evolution Aero 9.2 Rope
The Sterling Evolution Aero offers a durability boost over its predecessors that makes it the best 9.2mm rope on the market today.
2015 SRAM X01 DH 7-Speed Drivetrain
SRAM's X01 DH 7-Speed Drivetrain offers the best available performance, but there are other factors to consider, too.
Sterling Evolution Helix 9.5 Rope
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.
Outdoor Research Cirque Pants
The Outdoor Research Cirque is a versatile, multi-season softshell pant.
Wolf Tooth DropStop (V2) 32T Chainring
The redesigned Wolf Tooth narrow/wide chainring is the best option we've tested for 1x drivetrains.
Outdoor Research Splitter Gloves
The Outdoor Research Splitter gloves are a promising alternative to athletic tape for splitter crack climbs.
WTB Riddler Tire
The WTB Riddler is a 27.5" semi-slick tire that rolls fast while still cornering very well.
SRAM GX 1×11 Drivetrain
The SRAM GX 1x11 drivetrain is now the most affordable 1x11 drivetrain available for anyone looking to ditch their front derailleur.
Black Diamond B.D.V. Hoody and Pants
The Black Diamond B.D.V. pants and hoodie are the best rock climbing soft shells we've tested.
Wolf Tooth Components GCX 42T Replacement Cog
The Wolf Tooth Components GCX 42T cog is an affordable solution for worn out cassettes, and makes 1x11 drivetrains even more compelling.
Race Face SixC 35 Carbon Bar and Atlas DM 35 Stem
The Race Face SixC 35 Carbon Bar and Atlas DM 35 Stem offer the best combination of stiffness and vibration damping of any 35mm bar we've tested.
2015-2016 Amplid UNW8
The Amplid UNW8 delivers a stiff, responsive, and surprisingly durable ride that makes it a great one board quiver.
2015 Canfield Brothers 27.5 Jedi
The 2015 Canfield Jedi handles gnarly, rough trails better than any other bike we've been on.