Test Ride: Niner Bikes’ RIP 9 Carbon

A lightweight carbon frame bike for an enhanced riding experience

by Nick Jaynes Since its inception, mountain bike-makers Niner has been the brand to which many experts and enthusiasts gravitate. That’s because the brand’s creations are tech-savvy and loaded with attention to detail. Though a little intimidated by the rough and tumble trail-thrashing types who ride Niners on nearby single tracks, we were determined to see how hobbyists held up on one of its saddles. …

Interview: Artist Guy Yanai

Exploring the painter's processes and travel-driven inspirations

by Ari Samuel Artist Guy Yanai straddles the fine line between classical painter and contemporary hyphenate. The 35-year-old, Tel Aviv-based artist’s works often depict the whimsical trots of his globe: sailing in the Aeolian Islands off the coast of Italy, bunkering down in the French countryside amidst sun-drenched fauna and terra cotta-roofed houses; or simply harnessing a keen observation and infatuation with the small moments …

ANP Quarterly’s First Issue in Two Years

An in-depth, varied exploration of the arts in Volume 2, No 8

by Chérmelle D. Edwards Returning after a two-year hiatus, ANP Quarterly—founded and published by PM Tenore of lifestyle, surf and skate brand RVCA—releases its first issue of 2015, which also marks the publications’ 10-year anniversary. Beautifully wide layouts, full-color images and great page design make for an issue that embodies a totalitarian idea of culture through features, interviews and photo stories. “The beauty of ANP …