Cy Whitling reviews the Atomic Backland FR 109 for Blister Gear Review

17/18 Atomic Backland FR 109

After our first day on the Atomic Backland FR 109 at Mt Bachelor we've got some initial impressions.

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Noah Bodman on the Blister Podcast

New Bike Stuff! (Ep.39)

We talk to Blister's bike editor, Noah Bodman, about where the most innovations are taking place in the bike world; whether e-bikes are gaining acceptance; several particular bikes (including the YT Jeffsy, the Canyon Spectral, and a couple of “plus” bikes); and the upcoming World Cup DH season.
Paul forward reviews the Arctic Oven Igloo for blister Gear Review

Arctic Oven Igloo Tent

If you're looking for ways to spend extended periods of time in the wilderness for ski touring, fishing, surfing, hunting, etc., the made-in-Alaska Arctic Oven Igloo heated tent is one of the very best options we've used.