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David Golay reviews the 2023 Giant Glory for Blister

2023 Giant Glory Advanced

June 6, 2023 by David Golay

The Giant Glory is back. The prior-generation version had grown long in the tooth and mostly faded out of the market, but now there’s a new one with a full carbon fiber frame, mixed wheels, tons of adjustability, and more. Check out our First Look for the rundown.

Leah Yingling on Lululemon’s FURTHER Initiative, Their New Women-Specific Road-to-Trail Shoe, & Her Western States 100 Expectations (Ep.175)

June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 by Matt Mitchell

Leah Yingling returns to the show to discuss her new partnership with Lululemon and the brand’s FURTHER initiative, a first-of-its-kind ultramarathon for women intended to help close the sex and gender data gap in sports medicine that historically underrepresents female athletes.

2022-2023 Shaggy’s Mohawk 98

June 5, 2023 by Charlie Schayer

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Shaggy's Mohawk 98.

23/24 Dalbello Cabrio & Cabrio Free Boots | Blister Summit 2023 Video

June 5, 2023 by Kara Williard

We sat down with Dalbello’s Riccardo Bonaiti to discuss their 2023-2024 ski boot lineup. We cover the brand-new Cabrio LV line of boots; how they compare to the Krypton & Chakra series they replace; the Cabrio LV Free boots that replace the Lupo series, and more.

On our latest Blister Podcast, Brendan Leonard (@semi_rad) talks with Jonathan about fatherhood; creative work and the nuts-and-bolts of creating; whether or not to ‘stay in your lane’; and his new book, MAKE IT, which is an easily digestible guide to making just about anything, actually.

Brendan Leonard (@semi_rad) on Fatherhood; Creative Work; & the Nuts-&-Bolts of Making Just about Anything (Ep.263)

June 6, 2023June 5, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Brendan Leonard (@semi_rad) is back to talk about fatherhood; creative work and the nuts-and-bolts of creating; and his new book, MAKE IT, which is an easily digestible guide to making just about anything, actually.

Simon Stewart reviews the Commecal TEMPO for Blister

Flash Review — Commencal T.E.M.P.O.

June 5, 2023June 3, 2023 by Simon Stewart

The Commencal T.E.M.P.O. is both their shortest travel full-suspension bike, and a big departure from their design norms in other ways — and we've started spending time on it. Check out our early on-trail impressions.

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On GEAR:30, we talk with Ferreol co-founder, Jonathan Audet, about how they created their own “Innovation Lab” to test new skis and materials; the development of their own alternative to titanal alloy; fully replacing fiberglass with natural flax fibers; their 23/24 ski lineup, and more.

Ferreol Skis: Reenvisioning Ski Construction (Ep.248)

June 2, 2023 by Luke Koppa

We talk with Ferreol co-founder, Jonathan Audet, about how they created their own “Innovation Lab” to test new skis and materials; the development of their own alternative to titanal alloy; fully replacing fiberglass with natural flax fibers; their 23/24 ski lineup, and more.

Dynastar’s New M-Cross Skis & 23/24 Freeride Collection | Blister Summit 2023 Video

June 2, 2023 by Luke Koppa

At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Dynastar’s Matt Farness to discuss the evolution of their “M” line of freeride and all-mountain skis, including the brand-new M-Cross series. We cover the newest iteration of their wood / polyurethane “Hybrid Core 2.0” construction; the differences between the M-Cross, M-Pro, and M-Free skis; and more.

Win Summer Gear from Kaenon and Chums

June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 by Dylan Wood

The three winners of our Gear Giveaway this week will get an awesome summer prize package from Chums and Kaenon!

Nike Pegasus Trail 4

June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 by Matt Mitchell

The Pegasus Trail 4 feels like Nike is bringing one of their most popular off-road models full circle. Updates introduce new technology to a shoe that’s reverted to its original identity as a fairly lightweight road-to-trail hybrid after spending a few iterations masquerading as a burly ultra-distance option. Check out our full review to learn more.

Forge+Bond on Envisioning, Designing, Testing, & Refining a Carbon Fiber Wheel Design (Ep.172)

June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 by David Golay

Forge+Bond just launched as a new high-end wheel brand, and we sat down with folks from their product and engineering teams, plus F+B athlete Jill Kintner, to talk about the whole process of designing, testing, and refining a new wheelset — from conception to prototyping to athlete feedback and more.

2022-2023 Fischer RC One 82 GT

May 31, 2023 by Charlie Schayer

Here are our measured specs, rocker profile pictures, and flex pattern numbers for the Fischer RC One 82 GT.

Not all beer is created equal, and that certainly goes for NA beer, too. So what’s the secret? Bravus Brewing Company has been making some of the very best NA beer out there, so Jonathan headed to Bravus’ headquarters in Anaheim, CA, to meet up with Bravus founder, Philip Brandes. On our latest CRAFTED podcast, they discuss what led Philip to start a non-alcoholic craft brewery back in 2015; what Philip regards as some of the better - and worse - ways of making craft NA beer; and more.

Bravus Brewing Company: Elevating NA Beer (Ep.27)

May 31, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Not all beer is created equal, and that certainly goes for NA beer, too. So what’s the secret? We talk with Bravus Brewing Company founder, Philip Brandes, to learn more.

23/24 Faction Skis Collection | Blister Summit 2023 Video

May 31, 2023 by Luke Koppa

At Blister Summit 2023, we sat down with Faction’s Henrik Lampert, to discuss the brand’s 2023-2024 lineup of skis. From dual-metal-laminate, flat-tailed models to playful twin-tips and multiple touring series, it covers a bit of everything.

Order now: 2023-2024 Blister Winter Buyer's Guide

Order & Read Now: Our 23/24 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide

February 24, 2024May 30, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Order your print and/or digital copy of the biggest, most honest, accurate, and genuinely useful buyer's guide in the ski industry. Includes 300+ skis, 70+ boots, & much more. Order now to get the instant access to the Digital Edition and/or Print.

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Leilani Bruntz: Crepitus — An Accident Report

May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When things go wrong in the mountains, we need to share these stories and see what we all can learn. In our latest Open Mic, professional guide, Leilani Bruntz, shares her recent experience of a difficult day in the mountains.

David Golay reviews the EXT Era V2.1 for Blister

Flash Review — EXT Era V2.1 Fork

May 30, 2023 by David Golay

We've started spending time on the latest iteration of the EXT Era fork — check out our initial on-trail impressions of the Era V2.1.

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Mike McKnight on His Record-Setting Cocodona 250 Comeback & Discovering His Potential (Ep.174)

May 30, 2023 by Matt Mitchell

Salomon athlete Mike McKnight’s comeback at this year’s Cocodona 250 was improbable, to put it mildly. After trailing the leaders by more than 30 miles, he rallied to not only win the race, but to do so in record-setting fashion. So, we sat down with Mike to recap his victory, talk about his approach to 200+ mile events, and more.

On our latest episode of Reviewing the News on the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss the case for climate optimism; this past season’s record number of skier visits; Super El Nino; the Most Canadian News; mountain town advice (including a new pick-up line for use in mtn towns?); and of course, they’re talking about Succession.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (May 2023) (Ep.262)

May 29, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the case for climate optimism; this season’s record number of skier visits; Super El Nino; the Most Canadian News; mountain town advice (including a new pick-up line for mtn towns?); and of course, Succession.

Volkl Revolt 114, Blaze 114, & Secret 102 | Blister Summit 2023 Video

May 29, 2023 by Luke Koppa

Volkl’s Chris McKenna runs us through the new Blaze 114, a lightweight freeride powder ski; their new big-mountain model, the Revolt 114; how the two compare; how the Revolt 114 differs from the rest of the Revolt series; the updated women’s Secret 102, and more.

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