LONG TERM REVIEW (sort of)
Norco Range VLT C2 eMTB Ridden
"Does it matter how much faster one can cheat..."
REVIEW | PRODUCT RELEASE
Kids Ride Shotgun Tow Rope & Hip Pack
Tow your tired kids or your full-sized friends with KRS' new 500-lb rated Tow Rope that stashes away, light and easy, for the descent.
For the Geeks
Garmin Edge 130 Plus Review
This small package offers more functionality than you can poke a stick at…
VIDEO
One Bike Fits All - Greg Williamson
Williamson cuts loose in Andorra aboard the new Commencal Meta TR 29
Making room at the table for the smaller guy
Teravail Kessel Tire Review
A familiar tread pattern and grip on a new option for aggressive riding
VIDEO
SKID on the Shore
Short, fast, steep and dank. Classic North Shore conditions...
LAUNCH AND REVIEW
Outbound Lighting Hangover & Trail Evo Review
These new, made in the USA helmet and handlebar lights make for a powerful duo for serious night riding.
FOLLOW-UP REVIEW
POC Axion Spin and Tectal Race Spin - Long Term Follow-Up
Revelations deep in a review can go in two directions and it's impossible to know if it's north or south until you get there...
GOOD GIFTS & GEAR
2020 NSMB Gift Guide - Week 2
ENVE's new alloy beauty, a sweet carbon Giant Trance, tools that make you want to work on your bike, and slippers that wouldn't be out of place in your workshop.
VIDEO
Miranda X Cypress
Miller heads to the wilds of Cypress' wintery terrain for some strong, calculated riding...
PRODUCT LAUNCH
ENVE Goes Metal With New Alloy Stem
Usually known for their carbon manufacturing, ENVE's newest addition is a lightweight 3D-forged and machined lightweight aluminum mountain bike stem.
Three Versions Reviewed
Michelin Wild Enduro Tire Review
Getting wild on Michelin's latest aggressive trail tires…
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Wolf Tooth 8-Bit Pack Pliers
The new 8-Bit Pack Pliers are a premium trailside, and home shop, multi-tool combining the best feature of their EnCase tool and Pack Pliers.
FIRST RIDE REVIEW
Riding the 2021 Santa Cruz Bullit eMTB
Two days riding fast single track and loamy steeps on this mixed-wheel 170mm-travel beast with Shimano's new EP8 Drive System.
EDITORIAL
(Will There Be) Revenge Of The Nerd Brands?
With more mainstream bicycle companies introducing adjustable geometry, what path forward is there for the small and medium outfits to maintain their boutique status...
PRODUCT LAUNCH
PNW Components Introduces the Loam Dropper Post
Based on PNW’s Bachelor Dropper Post, the team undertook a complete makeover. The result is a lighter, more adjustable, and more compatible dropper system.
PRODCT LAUNCH
OneUp Components Introduces EDC Lite Multi-Tool
OneUp's follow-up to the original EDC tool, the EDC Lite is simple, affordable, easy to install, and swappable between bikes.
PRESS RELEASE
WTB’s All-New Carbon CZR and E-Ready HTZ Rims Have Arrived
Tougher than 2020, WTB's new rims have been through their in-house testing wringer prior to release...
Ridden and Reviewed
Riding the 2021 Knolly Warden LT V2
The Warden LT is a long travel machine built from aluminum and designed for rough play...
GOOD GIFTS & GEAR
2020 NSMB Gift Guide - Week 1
Fresh rubber, a combo for the kids, protection for your frame and some nice apparel round out week one.
PRESS RELEASE
Mixed Wheels and a New Motor for the Santa Cruz Heckler
The juiced-up Santa Cruz Heckler now comes in a mullet configuration, and sports the new Shimano EP8 motor for more go with less weight...
4-Piston Brake Review
TRP DH-R Evo Brake Review
Has TRP perfected the mesh of power, consistency and feel with the new DH-R Evo?
VIDEO
Jill Kintner - The Sound of Speed
No gimmicks, jokes, plotlines or gotcha hooks to take away from what's on screen. Just raw, world-class riding...
Evoc vs. Mission Workshop vs. Dakine Bum Bags
1 Bum, 3 Bags
Uncle Dave's bum is very particular about its bags and it takes three to keep his assy area happy...