Black Diamond Ethos Harness
The Black Diamond Ethos is a comfortable, durable harness that excels at trad and sport climbing.
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Metolius Express Haul Pack
The Metolius Express Haul Pack is a simple, durable pack that shines where approaches are short and the environment is harsh.
Black Diamond Mondo Crash Pad
Black Diamond's Mondo crash pad has been a staple under highball boulder problems for a long time, and the new, redesigned version is the most confidence-inspiring pad we've tested.
Blister’s Holiday Gift Guide
Here are some gift ideas for the active people (and dogs) in your life.
Mammut Togir Click Harness
The Mammut Togir Click is suitable for both multi-pitch trad and bigger alpine objectives, but its "click buckle" technology may not work for everyone.
La Sportiva Testarossa
We've now put more than a year in the same pair of La Sportiva Testarossas. Here's our Update.
2013 Psicobloc Finals
The finals of Psicobloc 2014 are tomorrow night and we'll be there, again. Check out photos and a recap from last year's amazing event.
2nd Look: La Sportiva TC Pro
Joe Mills evaluates the La Sportiva TC Pro in its native environment—technical trad climbing and big days.
CAMP Pulse Helmet
Blister's Iris Neary updates her review of the CAMP Pulse, one of the few combo climbing/skiing helmets on the market.
Mammut Realization Short
A climbing harness built into a pair of shorts? We take a look at Mammut's Realization Short.
Boulder5 Cragging Pack
If you’ve ever complained about a rope or crag bag, you should get in touch with Boulder5.
CAMP Corsa Nanotech Ice Axe
For those trips when you're looking to save weight but still need a self-arrest tool, the Corsa Nanotech ice axe is a versatile, solid option.
Mountain Equipment Eclipse Hooded Zip Tee
If you’re looking for a mid-layer and want something that is both functional and refined, the Eclipse should definitely be on your list.
Black Diamond Camalot X4
See why Blister's climbing editor calls the Black Diamond X4 his "all-around favorite small cam."
Mammut Infinity 9.5 Single Rope
Mammut's Infinity, a 9.5mm single with exceptionally fluid handling, sets the bar pretty high for the one-rope quiver.
Chris Sharma on the Psicobloc Masters Series
Psicobloc is genius. We talked to two of the best climbers in the world last night (including Chris Sharma) to hear more about the competition and witness some incredible 50-foot falls into the Olympic Center pool. These are photos you need to check out, even if you're not a climber.
Black Diamond Momentum 3S Harness
The Black Diamond Momentum 3S is a versatile, breathable, comfortable harness. And it costs less than 60 bucks.
20 Questions: Goose Kearse, Misty Mountain Threadworks
Goose Kearse, president of Misty Mountain Threadworks, talks about the history and the mission of the 28-year-old climbing company.
20 Questions: George Shumate, Pack Designer
The climbing world seems to inspire "rogue" thinking and upstart companies. George Shumate of Boulder5 talks about the challenges and the rewards of setting out on your own.
BLISTER Symposium: Climbing, Competition, & the Olympics
Should climbing have made the Olympic cut? Does competition degrade the sport? Blister climbers have weighed in on these - and on the underlying issues. Now it's your turn.