2008 North American Handmade Bicycle Show
The NAHBS is getting bigger and more impressive by the year, and once again Dirt Rag was on the scene, documenting the show's talented craftspeople as well as their fantastic works of art. More...

A (Real) Bike Buyer's Guide
Are you looking to make a new bicycle purchase this spring, or do you know someone who wants to get equipped to try the sport? Here's a guide for your journey toward bike-buying nirvana. More...

The Blow-Down Hoe-Down
When the first warm days arive, I get a terrible itch to pick up a chainsaw and go hike as many miles of trail as I can, cutting out all the fallen trees. More...

Trek Fuel EX 9
by Karl Rosengarth
Riders looking for an all day sucker should give the Fuel EX 9 some serious play. The rear suspension does an admirable job of keeping pedal-induced suspension bob in check, while remaining active over small bumps. More...

Surly Big Dummy
by Eric McKeegan
For those carrying heavy loads on a regular basis this may be the perfect bike; messengers and cyclists looking to eliminate or substantially reduce their need for a car would seem to be prime candidates. More...

On-One Inbred 26
by J. P. Wares
The unique design of the On-One Slot Dropout means that you can pull the rear wheel with no conflict from the disc caliper, no readjustment necessary. More...

Ortlieb Panniers and Tubus Rack
by Shannon Mominee
Although I've not toured with these panniers yet, shopping and grocery runs have become more pleasant and my contents have always arrived dry. The QL2 mounting system works great. More...