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
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Survey data reveals who's buying plus bikes, the most popular configurations, and surprising regional adoption patterns as 27.5+ overtakes 29+ in the emerging market.
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Plus bike ownership survey uncovers surprising trends in wheel size preferences, buyer demographics, and regional adoption as the category explodes with new models.
Aaron and Jeff provide a recap of Sea Otter 2016 while filling in Greg on what he missed this year.
Vittoria debuts the Cannoli plus tire in 27.5 and 29er sizes, along with the Deamion-Plus wheelset featuring 40mm internal rim width.
The 26+ wheel size is gaining momentum with new bikes from Jamis and WTB, targeting smaller riders and 27.5 conversions alike.
The Fabric Slim Grip is an ultra lightweight mountain bike grip weighing just 68g for the pair.
GT celebrates 25 years of the legendary Zaskar with a carbon hardtail that climbs like a demon and carves turns like a heat-seeking missile.
Fabric saddles range from the affordable, air-sprung Cell comfort saddle to the ultra-light ALM designed in collaboration with Airbus for weight-weenie racers.
Bolle's innovative modular helmet system transforms from road to mountain bike with interchangeable accessories like visors, aero panels, LED lights, and a sunglasses garage.
Fabric's cageless water bottle uses integrated clips to mount directly to your frame, eliminating the need for a traditional bottle cage entirely.
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Sea Otter 2016 showcased an avalanche of new 27.5+ bikes from major brands, signaling plus-size tires are ready to dominate trails in 2017.
The Arktos is a carbon fiber trail bike from Alchemy, a small Denver company that's dedicated to hand-building bikes in the USA.
A look at Topeak stash tools.
Rocky Mountain's new Pipeline 27.5+ bike features 150mm front/130mm rear travel, adjustable geometry via Ride-9 chip, and accommodates tires up to 3.25 inches wide.
In this episode we interview Transylvania Epic (TSE) Stage Race director Mike Kuhn and find out what makes the TSE the beloved "singletrack summer camp" experience it has become.
Israeli company Everysight teases fighter pilot-inspired heads-up display glasses for cyclists, projecting navigation, metrics, and trail data across entire lens while recording POV video.
If Pisgah is on your bucket list, be sure to tune in for tips on planning your visit!
The Mountain Bike Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations through April 15 for individuals who have made significant, lasting contributions to mountain biking worldwide.
The Leatt AirFlex Pro knee guards are slim, lightweight, and comfortable enough to wear on every ride without the bulk of traditional knee protection.
A review of the Patagonia Dirt Craft mountain bike shorts.
Strava has revolutionized mountain biking by gamifying fitness, but the app's competitive nature and public data have created access issues and safety concerns.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we talk about what to expect from Sea Otter next week and discuss Greg's opinion that mountain biking has an identity crisis.
A new advocacy group is fighting the 1973 Moon Treaty to open celestial bodies to mountain biking before Earth runs out of trails.
Leatt's DBX 4.0 Windblocker gloves offer spring/fall warmth, touchscreen-friendly NanoGrip palms, and CE-certified Armourgel protection against trail obstacles for $54.95.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we explain what Strava is and how mountain bikers are using the service for good (and sometimes evil.)
In case you hadn't heard, Patagonia entered the mountain bike apparel market late last year, and their spring collection is starting to hit retailers as we speak.
If you're looking to give singlespeed mountain biking a try, listen in for tips and bike recommendations.
In this episode we offer some ideas for getting your ride dialed after wintertime neglect, ready to roll for summer!
University of Zurich researchers developed AI drone software that can autonomously identify and follow trails, opening possibilities for mapping, maintenance, guiding, and ratings.
Mountain bikers in Nanaimo, BC discovered dangerous trail sabotage including neck-level wires and wooden stakes, prompting a police investigation.
Singletracks unveils a fresh new logo after 10 years, plus we're giving away free swag to readers who upload trail photos in March.
We recently named Moab, UT as the mountain bike capital of the USA and today we talk about some of our favorite trails in the area plus share our tips for planning a trip to this must-ride destination.
Troy Lee Designs updates their D3 full face helmet with improved fit, extended sizing, and enhanced front protection, plus bold new graphics inspired by nature.
In this episode we talk about why racing is important to the sport of mountain biking and explain some of the more popular MTB race formats.
In this episode we discuss recent mountain bike industry news involving a number of brands, including Giant, Chain Reaction, SRAM, Shimano, Specialized, and Stan's.
A review of the Feedback Sports Pro-Elite bicycle work stand.
We share our favorite mountain bike and gravel handlebars tested and share tips for choosing the best bars for your bike.
Singletracks founder shares the origin story from the late 1990s and discusses exciting plans for the site's future in 2016 and beyond.
The BULLS Wild Edge 29 is a German-engineered XC race bike featuring RockShox RS-1 fork, carbon frame, and impressive direct-to-consumer value.
Five mountain bikers blind-tasted 13 IPAs to find the best post-ride brew, with Sierra Nevada Tropical IPA taking top honors over Lagunitas.
How much suspension travel do you really need, and how does it affect your bike's geometry and performance on the trail?
I set out to determine just how much added rolling resistance low tire pressures produce, and to try to find the sweet spot where both rolling resistance and traction are optimized.
This week we discuss the mechanical doping scandal, Santa Cruz's new Hightower 29er/27.5+ bike, and the Fat Bike World Championship in Crested Butte.
What's your favorite mountain bike trail in the Philippines?
Aaron and Jeff discuss indoor bike parks, welcome the newest Singletracks Community board member, and share their favorite mountain bike videos from the week.
Former IMBA board president John Bliss joins Sustainable Trails Coalition's board as the group prepares to introduce legislation addressing the bicycle ban in wilderness areas.
Wolf Tooth's USA-made narrow-wide chainring delivered flawless chain retention on a 9-speed hardtail, even when ignoring the manufacturer's optimization recommendations.
Exploring the deep connection between mountain biking and craft beer culture, plus why riders can't seem to get enough of IPAs and Pale Ales.
Marines confiscated 45+ mountain bikes from riders who allegedly strayed from Sycamore Canyon trails onto military property, facing $500 fines to reclaim them.
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