
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 ge... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 398 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsTechnology | |||

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 ... more
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 ... more
There’s no shortage of skis on the market these days, yet we’re still seeing new brands pop up. So what does it take to start your own ski company, and why do it in the first place?
In this episode, Luke Koppa gets the story behind one of the newest... more
Jonathan talks to our patron saint of GEAR:30, Hoji; Jeff Colt (ZipFit); Shane Chappell (Burton); and Will Ritter (Spark R&D) to get their sense of the most interesting trends and product developments across the ski and snowboard world.
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There’s a ton of great episodes, but if this isn’t top 5 for the hilarious outrage targeting alone I’ll ride the magic carpet all season.
Now i need a pair of Commies…and maybe some Wildcats for Wildcat. Keep up the good work
Cat Scratch 😜 great episode with Luke from Moment. Please do a gear therapy session on ski length. Are people skiing on too short/ long of skis.
When should you upsize!
Great conversation, thank you.
Content not bad but just flat out hypocritical when it comes to the environment! These people always talk about the climate and sustainability but they jet set around the globe, laying a huge carbon footprint!
But always telling us how we have to sacrifice to save the planet
Have listened to almost every episode since 2019 and this show’s turned into an uninspired glaze fest with hosts whose success has done a number on their egos. Sorry to have to say it.
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GEAR:30 delivers deep dives into outdoor gear, often featuring Blister reviewers, gear designers, and professional athletes. Episodes spotlight advances in ski boots, bindings, and board tech, with an emphasis on practical testing, cross-brand collaboration, and industry dynamics. A recurring thread is technical precision and data-driven perspectives on what actually improves performance, along with candid assessments of brand strategies and summit/event coverage that add context for listeners who want to understand how gear gets tested and released. The show stands out for its rigorous gear analysis, industry-connected guests, and a community vibe that blends testing rigor with approachable banter, making it valuable for gear enthusiasts, ... more
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GEAR:30 launched 9 years ago and published 398 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on GEAR:30 include:
1. Max Smith
2. Mike McCabe
3. Stu Gleason
4. Kevin Schaefer
5. Jeff Colt
6. Shane Chappell
7. Will Ritter
8. Jake Stevens
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