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. …

Why Time Flies as You Age

While time certainly does fly when you’re having fun, you may have noticed that it also flies as you get older. In his latest interactive digital project “Why Time Flies,” Austrian designer Maximilian Kiener illustrates this phenomena by culling past research into a simple, scroll-able experience. As he points out, each passing year feels shorter than the last because of its relationship to our entire …

Sunny Park’s Stunning Examples of Graphic Design

Thanks to It’s Nice That, we stumbled upon Sunny Park’s refreshing set of fold-out posters for her Yale University thesis design project. The recently graduated graphic designer created the prints through multi-color risograph printing, resulting in a series of bright, bold and expertly arranged examples of eye-catching design. We’re especially keen on the way she balances vibrant, oversaturated imagery with old-school typography. Take a closer …