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GEAR:30 is the podcast from BLISTER that dives deep into the details of the most interesting and innovative outdoor gear. You'll hear Blister reviewers discuss the gear they're testing, as well as product designers, professional athletes, and some of the gear-obsessed folks from our recommended shops weigh in on gear trends and the equipment they’ve been most impressed with. If you love outdoor gear, you're going to love this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 6 days ago46 min
Wild Rye's 10-Year Journey w/ Founder, Cassie Abel
Wild Rye is about to turn 10 years old, so Jonathan caught up with Wild Rye founder, Cassie Abel, to ask her about starting this self-funded, women-focused, technical outdoor apparel company back in 2016, and what has & hasn’t changed in the industry over the past decade. They also discuss product development, fundraising strategies, and how Wild Rye has navigated massive trade challenges. Cassie is a very open book, and today, she shares lots of great stories and insights.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS: Momentous: livemomentous.com code: BlisterOneSkin: oneskin.co/BLISTERGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Order our 26/27 Winter Buyer’s GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:What is Wild Rye? Changes Over the Past Decade Category Expansion Product Development Finding the Fit Independent Funding Lessons Learned from Fundraising The Impact of Tariffs Wild Rye Today Favorite Wild Rye Products CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago34 min
The Latest New Thing at Blister + Reviewer Reports
Jonathan and Kristin announce the latest new thing at Blister — ‘The Vault’ — then talk about some of their summer adventures, the new sports they’ve been getting into, and the new gear they’ve been using. Give it a listen, then share your favorite moments using the link below.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Episode Sponsor: oneskin.co/BLISTEROrder our 26/27 Winter Buyer’s GuideCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members The Blister Vault Reviewer Reports: Kristin’s New Sport Apparel: Curious CreaturesWomen’s Sun Dog pantsBitterroot Bloom Shorts (12.5” inseam)Eyewear: Vallon Watchtowers Vallon Heron GPS Sports Watches / Smartwatches Mtn Bike Pedals: Flats vs Clips CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago49 min
Gold Forcefields, Multi-Purpose Mountain Gear, & More w/ Outdoor Vitals
From thru-hikers to ski mountaineers and backpack hunters, Outdoor Vitals’ products have gained a very diverse following. To understand why, Luke Koppa sat down with Brigham Crane, their Product Design Director, to discuss designing products for ‘experiences’ rather than sports, the current state of active insulation, gold-covered down, and more.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Order our 26/27 Winter Buyer’s GuideOutdoor VitalsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Brigham’s Background Outdoor Vitals Overview Versatility vs Specificity Collection: Mountain Pursuit Prototyping Challenges Active Insulations ExpeDry Down Hunting vs Other Apparel Outdoor Vitals Hardgoods Biggest Areas for Improvement CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago58 min
Buyer’s Guide News + Other Changes at BLISTER
Luke Koppa and Jonathan Ellsworth break news about our 26/27 Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide, and some other big changes at BLISTER. They also talk about the changing media landscape in 2026, and how BLISTER has been able to remain independent for 16 years — and counting.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email those to us here.RELATED LINKS:Order our 26/27 Winter Buyer’s GuideCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members The Big Buyer’s Guide News New Sections: Frontside & On-Piste Our ‘Best Of’ Section Cover Photo of the Guide Other Updates on the Site: Blister Access Pass More Content, Same Price Head-to-Head Comparisons Field Reviews Media Landscape in 2026 How We Operate / Our Principles CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 26, 20261h 1m
Hoji on the Future of Ski Gear; His Latest Projects; & More
Today, Hoji weighs in on the great ‘hybrid binding’ debate; then he and Jonathan discuss the future of ski binding technology; 3D printing applications in ski gear; and Hoji's current attempts to push the boundaries of ski-gear performance; and the “fields of belief and disbelief.”Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawayCheck out our Bike Buyer’s GuideSee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Blister Plus Members Life since the Blister Summit? Hoji on ‘Hybrid’ Ski Bindings Reimagining of Ski Bindings Hoji’s 3D Printing Escapades Reimagining Ski Boots The Fields of Belief & Disbelief Why Did You Want BLISTER+? CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 12, 20261h 26m
The Pro's Gear: Cody Townsend (round 3)
Cody is back for some straight-up gear talk, and to share where his gear preferences & practices have shifted, and where they’ve remained the same. Also, if you would like to nominate any particular skiers or snowboarders for future episodes of The Pro’s Gear, email us at the address below and let us know.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Note on Buyer’s Guide / Last Week’s Episode Shoutout: BLISTER+ Members What gear category has been most on your mind? What piece of gear did you tinker with the most? Gear You’re Pickiest About? Skis Ski Bindings Ski Boots Liners Packs Eyewear: Goggles vs Sunglasses? Wearable Tech Apps - what did you use the most this past winter Current Running Shoes Coffee / Coffee Gear Updates Please Rate GEAR:30 & Share w/ Your Crew CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 5, 202644 min
The Debate: Should We Change Our Winter Buyer’s Guide?
For some years now, we’ve wrestled with some big ideas about how we could change our annual Blister Winter Buyer’s Guide. So today, Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa and Kristin Sinnott discuss those potential changes — as well as what definitely won’t be changing. Give it a listen, then please let us know what you think.Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:How We Operate / What Won’t Change Changes We’re Considering A Third Way? SUBMIT YOUR RESPONSE TO OUR BUYER'S GUIDE POLLCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 30, 202653 min
Ski Design & Your Questions
At our Blister Summit, we asked our Blister Summit attendees to pose their questions about ski design to Max Smith (vice president & ski designer at Moment Skis); Stu Gleason (senior designer at DPS Skis); and Mike McCabe (senior designer & owner at Folsom Custom Skis).Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you’d like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawaySee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Blister Plus Members What Needs To Be Cleared Up With Customer Questions What's A Problem You Wish You Could Solve Trend To Ski Design: Do it All or Specifics Balancing Ski Design With Conditions and Geography Torsional Stiffness Prototype Fails Taper Angles and Reverse Sidecut What will define the next decade of ski design Which Modern Day Material Has Had The Most Impact Feedback Sources No One Layer Skis Exothermic Epoxy Accidents What Hasn't Been Asked Yet? CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About GEAR:30
GEAR:30 is the podcast from BLISTER that dives deep into the details of the most interesting and innovative outdoor gear. You'll hear Blister reviewers discuss the gear they're testing, as well as product designers, professional athletes, and some of the gear-obsessed folks from our recommended shops weigh in on gear trends and the equipment they’ve been most impressed with. If you love outdoor gear, you're going to love this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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