Long Term Review
2023 Ibis HD6
"Precise rear wheel placement and Euro-turns through tight Shore tech felt nearly telepathic."
VIDEOS
Weekend Warmup #172
Sick riding from the Yeti Crew, Blake Wilkey takes his trophy truck to Mexico, and the squad from Vans documents some epic wave carving action
Industry News
NSMBA Update: AGM coming up + Directorship applications due
NSMBA directorship applications due Nov 6, a membership pricing update, and an upcoming AGM.
Driven to Ride, or Driving to the Ride?
RockyMounts GuideRail
Got two bikes, a destination in mind, and joke of a trunk (or truck bed)? Meet the RockyMounts GuideRail.
WALLPAPER WEDNESDAY
Monthly Wallpaper: November 2023
With the Aspens in full display, Park City, Utah is the perfect playground for late October riding. Conor Barry knows the trails like the back of his hand.
Review
Ibex Indie Hoodie & Shak Vest
Ibex is back in the game with a couple of garments that are suitable for MTB but not only for MTB
EDITORIAL | REVIEW
Classic, Contemporary Components
The Maxxis DHF tire, the WTB Volt saddle, and other stuff that's been around a while and is still awesome.
Review, Interview and Product Intro
Introducing PNW Carbon Handlebars
These look like a regular carbon handlebar from the outside, but the layup inside is not circular...
VIDEOS
Weekend Warmup #171
A short video from NSMB's own Deniz Merdano, a wild edit from Andreu Lacondeguy, and some epic freestyle skiing from local crew CHEF.
Uncle Dave
The Scofflaws
"The character flaw that gets me into the most trouble is my inability to keep my mouth shut when I witness a flaw in a plan..."
A Photo Story
An Escape to the Desert
A sprint down to the desert alpine to see the Aspens changing colours - and check out the trails
VIDEO & Trip Report
Getting the Goods: Southern Vancouver Island
A 48-hour riding trip done right, thanks to Nolan Guiding. Great trails, comfy rooms, delicious food, cold beers, lake swims, and ice cream!
Two E-species: the Instinctitude
Rocky Mountain Instinct-to-Altitude Powerplay
The Rocky Mountain Instinct Powerplay (that became an Altitude) went through 6 iterations during the 5 month test period.
RACE NEWS
UCI MOUNTAIN BIKE WORLD SERIES 2024 CALENDAR UNVEILED
UCI releases their Mountain Bike World Series Calendar for the upcoming 2024 season
REVIEW | EDITORIAL
SRAM GX AXS Transmission (AKA T-Type) - The Update
How SRAM's less-budget-bludgeoning wireless super-group, GX AXS Transmission, performs as advertised.
Videos
Weekend Warmup #170
An eclectic mix of videos this week including: a new Aggy edit, Cory Walsh throwing down on a BMX, F1 throwback footage, and some wild freestyle skiing.
VIDEO
Getting Buck Wild in Merritt
Great riding and excellent 4-wheeling abound in BC's cowboy country.
Review
Four Products From Crankbrothers
A mini floor pump, a pair of multi tools and some fancy flat pedal shoes with Boa closures - all from Crankbrothers
REVIEW
ABUS YouDrop Full Face Helmet
Two dads weigh in on a kids' removable chinbar helmet that's light on their heads - and your wallet
MINI REVIEWS
Gear Shots October 2023
A saddle with a built in handle from WTB (not pictured), some Gucci flat pedals from Look, and Race Face's Era Carbon Cranks...
RECAP / VIDEO
Rampage Round Up
Event replay, highlights, results, and a little bit about the inevitable judging controversy from Red Bull Rampage 2023.
First Look
Knolly Endorphin
The latest trail bike iteration from Knolly is aimed at smaller riders looking for performance and versatility.
EDITORIAL
Our Obsession With Drag
Perception versus reality when it comes to modern chain guides and our obsession with drag (w/bonus 1FG content).
First Look
Trek Rail Gen 4
A few years have gone by since the last Rail review. Lots has changed since then.