First Look
Revel Rascal V2
Better late than never: Revel releases the highly anticipated second iteration of the Rascal, the trail bike that established their reputation and sets them apart from the rest.
How To
Shimano Brake Bleed and Bladder Repair
An adcidental discovery leads to powerful, consistent braking thanks to a rock-solid bleed
Not A Bike Review
Purgatory in Purgatory
Toto, I've a feeling we won't be seeing loam anytime soon...
REVIEW
Crankbrothers SOS On-Bike tools and Storage
Five new ways to carry ingenious new tools for trail side repairs, punctures, water and tubes, pump, or CO₂.
ASK UNCLE DAVE
Nobody actually knows what they're doing
Uncle Dave presents a counterpoint to Mike Ferrentino's Compromise Trap.
EDITORIAL
Extreme Metal
What does the typical mountain biker have in common with speed metal fanatics...and what can we learn?
NEWS
Crankworx Rotorua Slopestyle Update: the Men Won't be Competing
"This decision came after a series of negotiations aimed at addressing Rider requests around remuneration and support infrastructure."
REVIEW...sorta
Maxxis DHF - the Resurrection
Maxxis' DHF was dethroned by the Assegai a few years ago. Deniz digs into whether the OG tire still holds its line on the trail using a few different bikes to compare.
Beggars Would Ride
The Compromise Trap
Tool wielding apes with the best of intentions are still hairy primates.
First Impressions
The Yeti ASR - (Fast) New Dog, Old Tricks
Yeti returns to the XC fold, resurrecting the ASR name with a new flex-pivot design.
Trip Preparation
The Box of Shame
In an almost forgotten box filled with shame and nice things, Cooper finds inspiration for a journey.
Not A Bike Review
Three Bean Soup Product Review
A quick nod to some attempts at getting with the times.
First Look
Knolly Chilcotin 155
Knolly's Chilcotin is back with a new look while remaining true to its roots.
EDITORIAL
Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Two different user groups. One not-so-legal trail. Does anyone have the right?
3 SHOES REVIEWED
Line Review: Northwave Winter Clipless Shoes
Three different reviewers check out some clipless winter options from Northwave that are worth a look if you ride in rain, snow, and cold weather.
Long Term Review
2024 Nukeproof Giga 290 RS Carbon
Tim's been riding the Nukeproof Giga for 5 months now, and now that the company seems to be shuttered, it's time to deliver a verdict.
WALLPAPER
Monthly Wallpaper: March 2024
NSMB’s March wallpaper features an image taken by A.J. Barlas of Matt Bolton riding another of his creations in Squamish.
Review
Northwave Multicross GTX Flat Pedal Winter Shoes
Humility is an important lesson - otherwise you may disregard observations that suggest everything you know is wrong.
Beggars Would Ride
A Grain Of Salt
Trust but verify. Now more than ever.
FIRST RIDE & LAUNCH
2024 Rocky Mountain Instinct
Rocky's super-capable trail bike sees updates and refinements to frame features, geo, and suspension kinematics. We've got a first look and details.
REVIEW
Leatt MTB HydraDri 5.0 Pants
Waterproof pants with lots of pockets and sturdy inserts built for rough play
REVIEW
A Tale of Two Pumps
In an era of inflation, is it worth spending money on inflation?
Editorial
A Race to Absurdity
Musings on unconventional competitions
Long Term Review
Scor 2030 Review
A short travel bike from Scor that has long travel enthusiasm