Show Notes
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: [email protected] RELATED LINKS: Get Covered: BLISTER+ Enter Our Weekly Gear Giveaway Check out our Bike Buyer’s Guide See Our Blister Recommended Shops CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS: Blister Studios (our new channel) Blister Review (our original channel) TOPICS & TIMES: Blister Plus Members (3:01) Life since the Blister Summit? (4:42) Hoji on ‘Hybrid’ Ski Bindings (5:57) Reimagining of Ski Bindings (18:12) Hoji’s 3D Printing Escapades (27:12) Reimagining Ski Boots (37:48) The Fields of Belief & Disbelief (46:56) Why Did You Want BLISTER+? (50:49) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas Blister Podcast
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