BLISTER Gear Reviews, Podcasts, & Articles
Rockshox Reverb 1x Remote
The Rockshox Reverb is one of the most ubiquitous dropper posts on the market, but it’s always had one major shortcoming: the remote. The new 1x Remote sets out to fix that.
17/18 Faction Prodigy 2.0
Here are our initial impressions after a couple days on snow with the Faction Prodigy 2.0.
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2019-2020 G3 SENDr 112
The G3 SENDr 112 is supposed to be a hard-charging, backcountry ski. So how serious of a ski is it, and where does it truly excel?
A Nearly Fatal Birthday in the Backcountry (Ep.47)
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.
2017 Yeti SB5
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.
2017 Fox 36 RC2 Float Fork
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?
Fox Transfer Dropper Post
Fox’s Transfer dropper post works well, and has some design features that should help it avoid the durability issues that plague many droppers.
Sram ROAM 60 29” Wheels
Sram just released a 29er version of their burly Roam 60 wheelset.
2016 Devinci Django Carbon 29 GX
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
The Kelty TN2 is a pretty packable, affordable option for anyone looking for a roomy two-person tent.
2018-2019 Dynafit TLT7 Performance
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.
2019-2020 Black Diamond Helio 105 Carbon
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?
MSR Flylite 2-Person Trekking Pole Shelter
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
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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2017-2018 G3 Scala LT Skins
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?
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Win a G3 ZED Touring Binding
We have 2 big announcements this week: (1) you can win a pair of G3 ZED bindings and (2) Blister Members now get 10% off & free shipping on everything from G3. Learn more here.
Blister Brand Guide: Altra Lineup, 2019
Timp 1.5 vs. Lone Peak 4. Paradigm 4.5 vs. Duo 1.5. What sets Altra’s shoes apart from one another, and which is the best shoe for you? Check out our Brand Guide for an overview of their entire road and trail lineup.
Blister Brand Guide: Specialized Mountain Bike Lineup, 2020
In our new “Blister Brand Guide” series, we go over the entire product lineup of a brand, highlight how each product stands out from the rest of the lineup, and help you figure out quickly and easily which one might be best for you. First up on the MTB side: Specialized.
2020 Ibis Ripmo AF
Today Ibis announced the brand-new Ripmo AF, as in “aluminum frame.” As in, the first all-aluminum Ibis bike since they reopened shop in 2005. But there’s a whole lot more to this new Trail / Enduro bike than just being made of metal — check out our First Look for more info.
Jackson Brill: Full-Time Student, Full-Time Runner (Ep.16)
Salomon athlete, Jackson Brill, is a 21-year old senior in college at CU Boulder, but given his approach to running, the way he talks about the sport, and his race results, you’d be forgiven for assuming that he was twice as old as he is. So we talked to Jackson about his studies and his work in CU’s Locomotion Lab; being teammates with Kilian Jornet; his experience with the Golden Trail Series; and his strong interest in coaching.
Pep Fujas: from the Farm to K2 to WNDR (Ep.100)
Pep Fujas has always been at the forefront of freeskiing, and he is now looking to move things forward once again. So we talk to Pep about growing up on his family farm in Oregon; his remarkable film career; his favorite Seth Morrison story; his long relationship with K2 and his favorite K2 skis; his decision to go back to school; and his even bigger decision to join the team at WNDR Alpine.
Blister Brand Guide: Hoka One One Lineup, 2019
There are so many products and options available from so many different companies, it can be difficult to know where to even begin, or to figure out the differences between products in a brand’s own lineup. So we’re introducing our new “Blister Brand Guide” series, where we’ll go over the entire product lineup of a brand, highlight how each product stands out from the rest of the lineup, and help you quickly and easily figure out which one might be best for you. First up: Hoka.
Everyday Backpack Roundup — 2019
Need a new everyday backpack? We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite options, with everything from clean, simple bags that are great for work or school to packs that can also work for casual hikes and travel.
What You’re Wearing, Part 3: Down (Ep.64)
Misconceptions about down are everywhere — fill power, proper care, and animal welfare are all often wildly misunderstood. So today, we’re talking with Matthew Betcher from Allied Feather & Down to shed some light on this fascinating material.
Win Men’s and Women’s Slippers from Olukai
It’s almost fall, or as we like to call it — slipper season. Enter to win any pair of Olukai slippers you want!
Zach Bitter on His New 100-Mile World Record (Ep.15)
On Saturday, August 25th, Zach Bitter set an incredible world record for the fastest time in which a human being has run 100 miles: 11 hours, 19 minutes, 13 seconds. And for an encore, he kept running … and also set the 12-hour distance world record. So we talked to Zach after his big day about the logistics of the event; training for it; why he considers it his masterpiece; his perspective on this world record and others; and a whole lot more. Whether you are a runner or not, you should not miss this one.
Up & Coming: Slopestyle Mountain Biker, Ming Goetz (Ep.99)
Aside from her unassuming disposition, everything about Ming Goetz is extraordinary — her name; her background; her favorite discipline; her competing recently in the Crankworx Whip Off Challenge; her participation this season in the 1st ever Women’s Slopestyle Tour; her plans for the future (competing in Red Bull Rampage) and, of course … her abilities on a bike. So ladies & gentlemen, get ready to meet Ming.