Reviewer Reports: Chain Dampers, Gearboxes, High-Pivots & More

We’ve got a lot of interesting drivetrain-related testing going on right now, from our just-published roundup of chain damping devices to multiple gearbox bikes, the Supre Drive-equipped Lal Katana, and more. David and Zack sat down to discuss what they’re learning, debate the pros and cons of these novel options, and give a rundown on some more conventional bikes they’ve been spending time on, too. RELATED LINKS: Blister Mountain Bike Buyer’s Guide BLISTER+ Get Yourself Covered TOPICS & TIMES: Kavenz VHP G2 (2:11) Evil Offering (16:59) Lal Katana (30:29) Transition Regulator SX (38:45) Chain Damper Roundup (47:56) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Blister Cinematic CRAFTED GEAR:30 Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Reviewer Reports: Chain Dampers, Gearboxes, High-Pivots & More is an episode from Bikes & Big Ideas by BLISTER.

This episode is 59:17 long.

This episode was published on Jan 15, 2026.

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