Noah Bodman reviews the Tannus Armour Tire Inserts for Blister

Tannus Armour Tire Inserts

We've had more reviewers using the Tannus Armour tire inserts, and have updated our review with thoughts on long-term durability; how the inserts perform when primarily used in a rear tire; and how noticeable the different ride quality will feel to beginners and intermediates.
David Golay reviews the We Are One Union wheelset for Blister

We Are One Union Wheels

There are plenty of ultra-stiff carbon rims on the market, but many of them also tend to feel very harsh and jarring in rough terrain. With their Enduro-oriented Union wheels, We Are One aimed to strike a better balance of stiffness, ride feel, & durability — all while making them in British Columbia and offering a lifetime warranty. After spending a few months riding the Union wheels (on an aggressive hardtail), we think they’d be very appealing to a lot of riders.
Ben Sims reviews the Maxxis Assegai for Blister.

Maxxis Assegai

The Maxxis Assegai was created as a blend of several of their most popular tires. In our full review of the Assegai we dive into how it differs from the ubiquitous Minion DHF, and who we think will get along with this very aggressive tire with a totally not-funny name.
Dylan Wood reviews the Santa Cruz Hightower LT For Blister

2019 Santa Cruz Hightower LT

With the introduction of the redesigned Hightower and new Megatower, you’re probably going to see a lot of Santa Cruz Hightower LTs on the used market. So we put together a full review of the Hightower LT, and we think it’s still a great bike for those seeking a nice balance of playfulness and stability in their Trail bike.

Luke Koppa

Luke Koppa at the Crested Butte Mountain Resort bike park. (photo by Andrew Arnold)

Age: 25 | Vitals: 5’8,” ~155 lbs | Years Biking: 4 | Current Residence:

Blister Recommended Shops

We love great shops. We hang out in them, we’ve worked in them, we depend on them, and the best ones do a few key things:

(1) They welcome beginners and hel

PROFILE: ENVE Composites

Conventional wisdom says that carbon wheels are a luxury for people with too much money and enough spare time to replace them. ENVE Composites founder, Jason Schiers, hates conventional wisdom.