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29er Trail Bikes — A Guide + Comparisons

June 23, 2018May 19, 2018 by Noah Bodman

There are now more 29ers available than ever before, from XC race bikes to full-blown DH rigs. So we’ve assembled a comparison of sixteen 29ers to help you sort it all out, and maybe introduce you to some bikes that weren’t on your list, but should be.

Blister's Spring 2018 Casual Boot Roundup

Men’s Casual Boot Roundup — Spring, 2018

May 19, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Since it’s shoulder season, we wanted to share some of our favorite spring / summer casual boots that can handle some mud, rain, and time on the trail.

Paul Forward reviews the Faction Prime 4.0 for Blister

2018-2019 Faction Prime 4.0

December 6, 2018May 18, 2018 by Paul Forward

After skiing it in Japan and Alaska, you can now check out our full review of Faction’s powder touring ski, the Prime 4.0.

Win a Sleeping Bag & Pad from Thermarest

May 17, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Win a Thermarest Parsec 20° Sleeping Bag and NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad.

Pivot Announces New Trail 429

May 17, 2018May 17, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Pivot just released their brand-new Trail 429 model. Check out the specs and our initial thoughts on the bike.

Luke Koppa reviews the Liberty Origin 112 for Blister

2020-2021 Liberty Origin 112

December 16, 2020May 16, 2018 by Luke Koppa

We’ve spent several days on the brand-new Liberty Origin 112 this season — including one of our deepest days — and have come away impressed. Check out our full review.

Patagonia Snowdrifter pant

September 30, 2018May 16, 2018 by David Steele

The Patagonia Snowdrifter pant blends very good breathability with a useful feature set, making it a great option for days of high-output touring.

Alternative Outdoor Snacks

May 15, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Granola bars are great, but sometimes you either run out or you feel like switching it up. So we asked our reviewers to give us some of their alternative outdoor snack suggestions, and we’d love to get some of your suggestions, too.

Tenaya Mundaka

May 15, 2018May 15, 2018 by Ben Firth

The Tenaya Mundaka offers an excellent blend of performance and comfort, and is a great option for intermediate to advanced climbers looking for precision — and a wider fit — than most other high-performance shoes.

18/19 K2 Wayback 106

May 15, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the Wayback 106, with comparisons to the Salomon MTN Explore 95, Scott Superguide 105, and Dynastar Mythic 97.

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Deep Dive: Blizzard Bonafide

May 17, 2018May 14, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We compare the Bonafide to the Volkl Mantra M5, Nordica Enforcer 100, Nordica Enforcer 93, Blizzard Rustler 9, HEAD Kore 99, Atomic Vantage 97 Ti, Rossignol Experience 94 Ti, and more...

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Kuat Pivot

May 15, 2018May 14, 2018 by Noah Bodman

The Kuat Pivot swing-away hitch extender is a bit like a dropper post — you don't know you need one until you actually have one. And once you do, it's hard to go back. Check out our review.

We talk about the Prior Skis CBC and Husume on the Blister Gear 30 Podcast

New Skis from Prior, Atomic, K2, and More (Ep.18)

May 14, 2018May 13, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan Ellsworth and Sam Shaheen discuss a number of skis they've been reviewing, including two from Prior Skis, the new Atomic Bent Chetler 100, the K2 Wayback 106, the Scott Super Guide 105, and the Salomon MTN Explore 95.

Kristin Sinnott reviews the Salomon MTN Explore W for Blister

2021-2022 Salomon MTN Explore W

December 10, 2021May 12, 2018 by Kristin Sinnott

The Salomon MTN Explore W is a women-specific AT boot that tours extremely well and offers good support for technical descents (especially if you don't need the stiffest boot out there).

Biking 101: Bike Fit & Geometry—Part 2

September 15, 2019May 12, 2018 by Noah Bodman

Assessing a bike’s geometry is a huge part of determining proper bike fit and how a bike will ride. So in part 2 of our Bike Fit Guide, we walk through real-world examples to see what all those geometry measurements actually mean.

Win an Ultralight Cooking Kit from MSR

October 25, 2021May 11, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Enter to win an ultralight stove, cook set, and water filter from MSR.

Luke Koppa reviews the Fischer Ranger 102 FR for Blister.

2019-2020 Fischer Ranger 102 FR

November 25, 2019May 11, 2018 by Luke Koppa

Our managing editor won’t stop raving about the Ranger 102 FR. It’s actually getting kind of annoying. But you should probably check out what all the fuss is about (and the rest of us are going to need to get on this thing). Here’s his review.

Flash Review: 18/19 Prior CBC

January 21, 2025May 11, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

We spent some time on Prior's playful pow ski, the CBC, and have been very surprised by it so far. Check out our initial on-snow impressions.

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Sam Shaheen reviews the Scarpa Maestrale RS for Blister Gear Review.

2021-2022 Scarpa Maestrale RS

December 10, 2021May 10, 2018 by Sam Shaheen

We’ve now spent two seasons and around 70 days in the revamped Scarpa Maestrale RS, and are still very, very impressed by this touring boot. Check out our long-term update.

Bullying in Outdoor Sports: Reaction & Responsibilities, Blister Podcast

Bullying in Outdoor Sports: Reactions & Responsibilities (Ep.71)

February 11, 2019May 10, 2018 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Last week, professional climber, Sascha Digulian, announced that she has been bullied for years by a fellow pro climber. A firestorm of responses ensued, and sponsorships were terminated. So we discuss why this is more than just some isolated issue in the climbing world; whether the brand sponsors did the right thing; and what constitutes appropriate and inappropriate responses — by each of us — to situations like this.

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