I use Forrest WWII TK blades for general crosscutting and plywood cuts. When I need a ripping blade I usually just head down to my local HD and pick up a Freud Diablo blade. $30. Cheap and quick. And it works pretty well...at least better than ripping with the Forrest blade. When the Diablo gets dull, I repeat the process and buy another new one.
At my last Woodcraft visit, the clerk sold me on the Freud Industrial TK Glue Line Ripping blade. He was touting the carbide they use on the industrial line equal if not better than that of Forrest's. For $65, I thought it worth a try.

I've only used it so far on some 3/4" poplar. I must say I am impressed. No burn marks whatsoever and the finish it left could be easily cleaned up with 320 grit sandpaper. I'm crappin ya negative, it's that smooth. I really think it could eliminate a post-rip pass on the jointer. If you're in the market for a new ripping blade, I recommend it highly.