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Simon Stewart reviews the Cannondale Moterra

Flash Review: Cannondale Moterra

We’ve been piling up the miles on Cannondale’s new Moterra. Check out our first impressions of Cannondale’s more mainstream take on the full-power eMTB category.

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Stuff We Like: September 2025

In this edition of ‘Stuff We Like,’ our reviewers discuss all the latest gear they’ve been testing, from fly fishing packs to GPS watches, sleeping pads, hiking boots, ultralight carbon handlebars, and more.

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Flash Review: 2026 Norco Revolver 120

Norco’s Revolver 120, featuring the lightest full-suspension frame the Canadian company has ever produced, is shaping up to be an option deserving — but not conforming to — the “World Cup XC Bike” moniker. Check out our initial impressions.

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20 Years of Flylow w/ Dan Abrams, Flylow President & Co-Founder (Ep.376)

Flylow turns 20 this year, so we talk with Flylow co-founder, Dan Abrams, about the big victories, scary setbacks, and endless challenges he’s seen. Then, have you ever wondered why some jackets cost $700 and others only $200? They walk through the Flylow lineup as an exercise to lay out exactly what you get and what you don’t at all these different price points.

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Zack Henderson reviews the Revel ReRun for BLISTER

Revel ReRun

Revel’s first eMTB is a burly, 165 mm travel rig, but the ReRun’s performance proved that looks can be deceiving. Check out our thoughts after several months of testing.

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2025-2026 Blister Digital Winter Buyer’s Guide

350+ skis, 70+ boots, and 280+ pages of honest, accurate product reviews and comparisons. Check it all out here.

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'Life Cycles' movie poster

‘Life Cycles’ w/ Dylan Wood & Simon Stewart (Ep. 53)

15 years ago, ‘Life Cycles’ was released and changed the perception of what a mtn bike film could be. Today, Dylan and Simon talk about how it combines art, breathtaking cinematography, beautiful riding, with a message that’s more relevant today than when it first came out.

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Zack Henderson reviews the Race Face Turbine Flat PedRace Face Turbine Flat Pedals for BLISTER

Race Face Turbine Flat Pedals

Big, concave + scary pins — the Race Face Turbine pedals check a lot of boxes for an aggressive flat pedal, at least on paper. Check out our review for our on-trail findings.

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Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, September 2025 (Ep.377)

Cody and Jonathan discuss Andrzej Bargiel’s ski descent of Everest; the return of the FIFTY+ project; the life of Jane Goodall; Outside Inc.’s firing of Wes Siler; and Lincoln Knowles’ response to our last RTN conversation. Plus, they rate your takes and share what they’ve been reading & watching.

David Golay reviews the Madrone Jab derailleur for Blister

Flash Review: Madrone Jab Derailleur

The Madrone Jab derailleur sounds very promising on paper (and looks great), but how does it perform compared to the big-name options on the market? Here are our initial thoughts.

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David Golay reviews the Madrone Jab derailleur for Blister

Madrone Jab Derailleur

Madrone got its start offering replacement parts for SRAM derailleurs, and now they’ve made a full standalone derailleur of their own, with a design that’s focused on being fully rebuildable and adaptable to a wide array of drivetrain options. Check out the new Jab, and our early impressions of how it performs.

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Stinius & Hoji on Developing the New 4FRNT Sinister (Ep.363)

Today we’re talking with Hoji and Stinius Skjøtskift about the creation of Stinius’ new pro model, the 4FRNT Sinister. There are lots of great stories in this one, plus you’ll find out why a number of us at BLISTER are extremely intrigued by this ski.

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Win a Jacket From Strafe

The winner of our Gear Giveaway this week will get the men’s or women’s Highlands Shirt Jacket from Strafe!

Simon Stewart reviews the Cannondale Moterra

Flash Review: Cannondale Moterra

We’ve been piling up the miles on Cannondale’s new Moterra. Check out our first impressions of Cannondale’s more mainstream take on the full-power eMTB category.

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

Stuff We Like: September 2025

In this edition of ‘Stuff We Like,’ our reviewers discuss all the latest gear they’ve been testing, from fly fishing packs to GPS watches, sleeping pads, hiking boots, ultralight carbon handlebars, and more.

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

Flash Review: 2026 Norco Revolver 120

Norco’s Revolver 120, featuring the lightest full-suspension frame the Canadian company has ever produced, is shaping up to be an option deserving — but not conforming to — the “World Cup XC Bike” moniker. Check out our initial impressions.

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

20 Years of Flylow w/ Dan Abrams, Flylow President & Co-Founder (Ep.376)

Flylow turns 20 this year, so we talk with Flylow co-founder, Dan Abrams, about the big victories, scary setbacks, and endless challenges he’s seen. Then, have you ever wondered why some jackets cost $700 and others only $200? They walk through the Flylow lineup as an exercise to lay out exactly what you get and what you don’t at all these different price points.