Jeff co-founded Singletracks with his wife Leah in 1998 and has been dedicated to sharing the mountain bike information that inspires others to take epic adventures ever since. He started mountain biking in high school and served in the US Air Force before devoting himself full time to Singletracks in 2007.
Though formally educated as an engineer, Jeff began writing stories at an early stage, inspired by his mother who is a longtime accomplished author. He enjoys covering the world of mountain biking from every possible angle, whether it's trails or gear or skills. His goal for every story: that readers learn at least one new thing.
Author snapshot
MTB Background and expertise
- Riding experience: Trail, XC, and bikepacking.
- Mountain biking since: 1992
- Number of products reviewed: ?. I think my first product review for the site was this one for a plastic wallet.
- Current stable: Canyon Neuron, Orange P7 hardtail, and Scott Fun XC
Education and writing experience
- Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Duke University
- Masters of Business Administration, Duke University
- Other publications: Panther Press (Lakeside High School - Augusta, GA), CitySearch.com
The Canyon Spectral:ON features 150mm of mixed wheel travel front and rear. We put this bike to the test over four months of hard riding.
Mountain bikers have been known to wear tight lycra shorts, cut off jorts, polyester baggies, khaki work pants, mesh basketball shorts, and just about anything else that's been available.
This month sees some truly impressive mountain bike trail openings, many of which have been years in the making.
Swiss mountain bikers take the top three spots in the women's Olympic race.
How does tubeless mountain bike tire sealant work? We find out from Mike Bush, President of Stans.
With a chair lift ride to the top, mountain bikers don't need to earn their turns.
Here are a few of the mountain bikes we can expect to see at the Olympic starting line on July 26.
Today's mountain bikes are more capable than ever. At the same time trails have been improved too. What happens when you add the two together?
The second-generation Gloworm XSV bike light offers customizable brightness modes and optics, a long-lasting battery, well-considered plugs and cables, and a flexible mounting system.
A man biking at Halpatiokee Regional Park in Stuart, Florida was attacked by an alligator after falling off the trail and into the water below.
Ride like a local on the North Shore of Vancouver, British Columbia. Penny Deck is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the folks who maintain them.
Leg cramps are the worst. Well ok, a pedal strike to the shin is pretty terrible too, but cramps are definitely near the tops of the list.
Why does my friend's GPS show a longer or shorter ride than mine? We look at six units, and offer tips for improving GPS tracking accuracy on any device.
We tested 8 pairs of cheap mountain bike grips to see which ones, if any, are worth buying.
Tinker Juarez has been a professional mountain biker for more than 30 years. This year he turns 60, and he's still racing strong.
Many mountain bike brands have addd mixed-wheel bikes to their lines in the past year or two, and we're curious to know what real riders think about them.
As far as mountain bike GPS units go, the Bryton Rider Neo 15, priced at about $70, appears to be a steal.
The popular Sedona Mountain Bike Festival is on for 2021, and tickets are available starting July 12.
Ride like a local in Sun Valley and Ketchum, Idaho. Julian Tyo is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the folks who maintain them.
While no solution is perfect, there's more than one way to haul water on the trail, and some methods are more preferred than others.
The folks at Arapahoe Basin going to do their best to keep things light at the Reverse Enduro MTB Race on July 31, encouraging riders to wear costumes and to hit the Brewfest afterward to keep the good times rolling.
From Georgia to California, it was another big month for mountain bike trail openings. From re-builds and re-openings to massive new networks, there is a lot more to explore this month.
The Schwinn Axum delivers 29er wheels, a one-by drivetrain, and a dropper post for under $500. We put it to the test for trail rides.
Dr. Kate Leeming is an explorer and adventurer who has biked tens of thousands of miles around the world, most recently across the remote and sandy coastline of Namibia.
We want to know what your mountain bike travel plans look like this season!
Reed has been riding the Cleary Meerkat kids' mountain bike for a couple of months now and is finally ready to share his review.
It's not just mountain bike trails that suddenly became more crowded during the pandemic. Many areas are reducing or eliminating informal camping spots.
When was the last time you saw a professional golfer mowing the grass?
Anya Bruhin is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the groups that maintain them.
Mountain biking poses all kinds of eye hazards. How do you protect your eyes on the ride?
After years of grinding, Handup found just enough breathing room to launch a program that recognizes and rewards individuals and groups that are making a difference in the cycling community.
The Cannondale Dave is a $1,150 jump bike with a single gear, single brake, and 100mm of suspension fork travel.
Bike fit experts and riders weigh in on mountain bike geometry and component recommendations for tall riders.
To stash or to schlep? That is the question that mountain bikers face.
A Go Fund Me campaign launched yesterday to help well-known mountain biker Katie Alton with current and future medical expenses due to her injuries suffered in a crash over the weekend in a California enduro race.
Ride like a local in St. George, Utah. Cimarron Chacon is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the groups that maintain them.
Are your kids mountain bikers? If so, let us know how you encouraged them to enjoy mountain biking as much as you do.
The Ergon SMC Core saddle features a running-shoe-like foam material along with a dual-shell construction that's designed to minimize trail vibrations. But does it actually deliver?
The OneUp Threadless Carrier makes adding a stash tool even easier, and the V2 tool should cover most trailside repairs.
Ride like a local in Sedona, Arizona. Kevin Adams is our guide as we explore this mountain bike destination to discover the best trails and learn about the groups that maintain them.
We have our own preference based on what works for us, but every face is different, and not all sunglasses and helmets are created alike. Sound off!
The Wolf Tooth TekLite Roll-Top Bag is a dropper-friendly seat bag that can also be mounted pretty much anywhere on a bike frame.
April showers bring May flowers, and new mountain bike trails too, apparently! Here are 12 trail projects that opened this month for riders to start exploring ASAP.
Peanut butter works well for trail snacks. Not so much for mountain bike tire sealant.
The Wahoo Elemnt Bolt cycling GPS gets a color screen, more on-board memory, and improved navigation functionality.
US Senator Mike Lee of Utah introduced Senate bill 1686 recently which seeks to "amend the Wilderness Act to allow local Federal officials to determine the manner in which nonmotorized uses may be permitted in wilderness areas, and for other purposes."
We ask Chiropractor and professional bike fitter Adam Phaneuf how bike fitting and sizing works to eliminate pain and make riders faster.
There are plenty of reasons to wear eye protection on the mountain bike trail: wind, sun, dust, and tree-branch protection, just to name a few.
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