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David Golay reviews the Starling Cycles Murmur for Blister

Starling Cycles Murmur, Swoop, and Twist V3

March 28, 2023November 28, 2022 by David Golay

Starling has given their “Core” bikes (the Murmur, Twist, and Swoop) a major update, and while the new frames don’t look too different from the prior generation ones — and continue their steel single-pivot lineage — there’s a lot that has changed. Check out our First Look for the rundown.

Available Now: Blister x John Fellows Collab

November 24, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

For the inaugural piece in our Blister Artist Series, we’re kicking things off with our friend, artist, illustrator, and Crested Butte local, John Fellows.

Lots of people have dreamed of building their ideal bike; few have actually done it, and fewer have made something as impressive as the Machina Bikes prototypes. So on this week’s episode of Bikes & Big Ideas, we sat down with founders Tom and Sion to get the whole story.

Machina Bikes on Building a Dream Bike (Ep.145)

November 24, 2022 by David Golay

Lots of people have dreamed of building their ideal bike; few have actually done it, and fewer have made something as impressive as the Machina Bikes prototypes. So we sat down with founders Tom and Sion to get the whole story.

Altra Mont Blanc BOA

November 22, 2022 by David Lam

Despite its seemingly niche design, the Altra Mont Blanc BOA does a lot of things really, really well. The incorporation of BOA’s Fit System and PerformFit Wrap correct some of the issues we felt hampered the standard version of the shoe, adding a level of precision and efficiency to a model primed for performance on just about every type of trail. Check out our full review to hear why we think the Mont Blanc BOA is a shoe worth getting excited about.

Blizzard-Tecnica’s Women2Women Program with Leslie Baker-Brown (Ep.223)

November 21, 2022November 18, 2022 by Kara Williard

Kristin Sinnott and Kara Williard talk with Blizzard-Tecnica’s Women2Women program founder and ski legend, Leslie Baker-Brown, about her background in ski racing; her 32 years of work for Blizzard-Tecnica; their design process for women’s gear (including designing the #1 selling ski in the world); what gives her hope and inspiration for the future; and where we can still work to improve the industry.

Black Diamond Rhythm T

November 17, 2022 by James Lauriello

As a mainstay of Black Diamond’s Distance Line, the Rhythm T is intended to be a do-it-all layer for everything from casual day hikes to long pushes above treeline. After over 2000 total miles of testing, we think the shirt is likely a worthwhile addition to many runners’ wardrobes. Check out our full review to learn why the Rhythm T might be the only one you need.

4-Ski Quivers: Reviewers’ Selections (22/23)

November 23, 2022November 16, 2022 by Luke Koppa

We started with huge 5-ski quivers, and now our reviewers have to narrow it down from there — check out Part Two of their personal picks, with additions from Luke Koppa, Jonathan Ellsworth, & David Golay.

David Golay reviews the Fezzari La Sal Peak for Blister

2022 Fezzari La Sal Peak

November 15, 2022November 15, 2022 by David Golay

The Fezzari La Sal Peak is billed as a “versatile” Enduro bike and is a great deal in terms of the parts spec. But are there tradeoffs? We’ve spent a lot of time on the La Sal in a ton of different terrain and are ready to weigh in.

5-Ski Quivers: Reviewers’ Selections (22/23)

October 23, 2023November 11, 2022 by Luke Koppa

With ski season kicking off soon (or already) in the Northern Hemisphere, it's once again time to think about ski quivers. We're starting by asking our reviewers what they'd pick if they were putting together a 5-ski quiver — check out Part 2 of their selections.

Maxxis Shorty

November 9, 2022 by David Golay

It’s turning to wet-weather riding season in a lot of places, and the Maxxis Shorty is a great option for a soft-conditions tire that still maintains some versatility when things firm up. Check out our review to see where it excels and how it compares to the competition.

Win Glade Goggles & a Helmet

November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 by Dylan Wood

This week the winner of our weekly Gear Giveaway will get Glade's brand new Adapt 2 Goggles and Boundary Helmet!

Altra Outroad

November 4, 2022November 3, 2022 by James Lauriello

The Outroad is Altra's first true hybrid running shoe designed to transition between roads and trails with ease — here are our thoughts on how well it blurs those lines.

The Orogenesis Collective on Building the World’s Longest MTB Trail (Ep.142)

November 3, 2022 by David Golay

What if there was a Pacific Crest Trail, but for mountain bikes? The Orogenesis Collective is making it happen, with the planned route covering over 5,000 miles and spanning three countries. So we sat down to chat about the route, the story behind its founding, what you can do to help, & much more.

Naked T/r

November 1, 2022 by Matt Mitchell

Naked Sports Innovations’ design approach is driven by the concept of “simplexity” — using simple design aspects to improve the utility of complex products. With the Naked T/r, a laceless trail running shoe intended for racing, the brand offers a rethinking of high-performance footwear through subtraction instead of addition. Check out our First Look for our early impressions.

Win RMU Skis

October 28, 2022 by Luke Koppa

This week the winner of our weekly Gear Giveaway will get a pair of RMU's new powder ski, the Professor 121!

Canfield Jedi 29

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022 by David Golay

The Canfield Jedi is back, and the new 29er version of the longstanding flagship DH race bike offers a nicely refined take on the high-pivot suspension that made the earlier iterations popular.

Modernizing the Shoe Fitting Experience: A Review of Fleet Feet’s Outfitting Process

November 7, 2022October 27, 2022 by Matt Mitchell

Getting fitted for running shoes is often practiced as more of an art than a science, a system that can rely too heavily on guesswork in the absence of information. Fleet Feet’s Outfitting Process, a method that uses 3D scanning technology to map the contours of the foot, provides a degree of precision that traditional fitting techniques lack. Check out our review to hear more about our experience.

David Golay riding the Fox 36 (photo: Ian Stowe)

Trail / Enduro MTB Fork Comparisons

January 23, 2023October 26, 2022 by David Golay

There are more options for Enduro forks on the market than ever before, and we’ve updated our roundup with nine of the top contenders from Fox, RockShox, Manitou, Öhlins, and Marzocchi — including RockShox's new 2023 Lyrik and ZEB. So how do all these forks stack up, and who should be opting for the extra-burly Fox 38, RockShox ZEB, or Öhlins RXF38?

On Blister's CRAFTED podcast, We talk with Barr Hill president and distiller, Ryan Christiansen, about bees and pollinators; the process of producing exceptional gin; what makes their Barr Hill vodka unique; the impact of their ‘Bees Knees Week’ initiative; their foray into the world of whiskey; and more.

Barr Hill Distiller, Ryan Christiansen, on Honey, Bees, Gin, & More (Ep.11)

October 26, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Barr Hill president and distiller, Ryan Christiansen, about bees and pollinators; the process of producing exceptional gin; what makes their Barr Hill vodka unique; the impact of their ‘Bees Knees Week’ initiative; their foray into the world of whiskey; and more

Luke Koppa reviews the Artilect Jacket for BLISTER.

Stuff We Like: October 2022

October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 by Kara Williard

The October edition of our "Stuff We Like" series offers an assortment of items, from packable chairs to cozy yet breathable midlayers, casual pants, headlamps, bike bibs, and more. Check it out to see the latest gear our reviewers have been digging.

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