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
Explore the benefits of converting your 29er to a 27.5+ bike, enhancing handling and versatility for varied terrain without sacrificing your original setup.
The WTB Trailblazer 2.8-inch tire converts 29ers to 27.5+ platforms, offering excellent float and comfort but struggling with cornering grip in wet conditions.
WTB's 45mm Scraper rims transform XC bikes into adventure rigs, offering plus-size performance with tubeless-ready construction and 29er frame compatibility.
"When you think you've seen big air on a mountain bike, this massive gap jump will make everything else look tiny."
Tennessee's volunteer spirit shines through in its exceptional mountain bike trails, from Chattanooga's technical Raccoon Mountain to Ocoee's 30-mile Tanasi system.
BMC is seeking passionate local trail riders for its US Trailcrew Program, offering jerseys and 40% off a new Trailfox mountain bike.
Chub is crowdfunding an aluminum fat bike for $429, though zero backers after seven days might signal the fat bike market is cooling off.
Three riders explored Bolivia's remote Cordillera Apolobambas on Specialized Fatboys, crossing eight passes over 14,000 feet in the high-altitude mountain range.
The Remount adds a perpendicular mounting point to your handlebar, positioning dropper and lockout remotes like shifter paddles for better hand contact and reduced bar clutter.
Thomson is honoring Trek's $20 recall vouchers toward their seatposts, stems, and handlebars while recommending riders replace components every 10,000 miles.
An outlet mall threatens the best mountain bike trails in Tulsa, OK.
Garmin updates its legendary eTrex GPS with the 20x and 30x models, featuring improved satellite tracking, color screens, and doubled memory.
Kali Protectives' new $50 Viva helmet combines low-profile skate style with advanced motocross safety technology for BMX and dirt jump riders.
Gear up for summer shredding with opening dates for 50+ bike parks across North America, Europe, and Australia—Highland and Whistler already spinning!
This ultra-bright mountain bike light pumps out 3,000 lumens and features a simple helmet-mount design.
Salida, Colorado offers over 500 miles of diverse singletrack within 25 miles of town, from family-friendly trails to epic alpine descents.
Based on 10,000 new trail reviews, we reveal the most popular mountain bike trail in each US state for 2015.
Contour is offering a two-camera bundle deal on Roam 2 and 3 action cameras for $249 to help riders capture multiple angles.
SRAM's new RAIL 40 wheelset brings Boost 148 compatibility, asymmetric UST rims, and SOLO SPOKE design at a more affordable price than the RAIL 50.
German bike brand Bulls launches direct-to-consumer online store in the USA, offering mountain bikes from $1,000 hardtails to $3,799 carbon full-suspension models.
The milKit tubeless system uses a special valve and syringe to precisely check and refill sealant levels without removing your tire.
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**21 trail-worthy craft beers in cans perfect for tossing in your pack this spring, from IPAs to fruit wheats.**
The VEE Trax Fatty 3.25-inch tire excels in mud and technical terrain but proves too wide for most 29er conversions to 27.5+.
Bailey Mountain Bike Park opens near Asheville this June, claiming to be North America's first year-round dedicated downhill mountain bike park.
Shimano announces the new 11-speed Deore XT M8000 group with XTR-level features, offering 1x, 2x, or 3x configurations and an 11-42t cassette option.
New mountain bike standards enable progression and innovation rather than stagnation, with the market—not manufacturers—ultimately deciding which technologies succeed.
The Shimano XTR 11-speed drivetrain has all the quality mountain bikers have come to expect from the XTR name and should be a worthy upgrade for riders looking for an edge.
This titanium mountain bike frame is built up with high-end components.
Singletracks partners with Google Field Trip app to deliver mountain bike trail info automatically when you're near great places to ride.
CNN honors Trips for Kids founder Marilyn Price, still riding in her 70s, for introducing disadvantaged youth to mountain biking nationwide.
The Fox 32 Float 29 CTD is an unapologetically lightweight XC fork with excellent small-bump compliance and convenient on-the-fly adjustment via handlebar remote.
New Belgium's Tour de Fat returns with 10 stops nationwide, pairing free bike festivals with nearby singletrack recommendations and craft beer selections.
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"With over 200 quality submissions, choosing winners for our Pisgah Stage Race photo contest proved challenging—check out the stunning top three shots."
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The Framed Minnesota 2.0 is an impressive sub-$900 alloy fat bike with 4-inch tires, solid components, and eye-catching looks for snow riding.
A survey of 1,400 mountain bikers reveals travel patterns, spending habits, and popular destinations, with most trips being regionally-focused beyond a few iconic locations.
Minneapolis's Theodore Wirth Park offers surprisingly fun, machine-cut flow trails that transform into perfect snow-flow singletrack for fat bikers during winter months.
This $25 "5000 lumen" Chinese bike light delivers closer to 800 lumens with safety concerns including exposed battery contacts and potential fire hazards.
The Singletracks MTB Destinations ranking algorithm weighs trail quality, quantity, diversity, lift access, and town size to objectively rank the world's best mountain biking destinations.
Frostbike delivered fresh gear for mountain bikers, from Garmin's color-screen epix watch to innovative fat bike rims and E*thirteen's extended-range cassette cogs.
Tire companies are producing 27.5+ tires not for dedicated plus bikes, but to convert 29ers into fat-bike-like trail rippers on a budget.
The Flowbeist and Dunderbeist are two new fat bike tires from 45NRTH.
The Lauf Carbonara fat bike fork uses flexible carbon fiber "springstacks" to offer 60mm of progressive suspension travel at just 2.31 pounds.
The Saris Super Bones rack features integrated spring-loaded ratcheting straps, theft-deterrent steel cables, and redesigned footpads for improved fit and convenience.
Atlanta's Tuesday night Faster Mustache ride navigates urban trails where gunshots and crime prove more dangerous than technical features.
Salsa officially releases the Powderkeg tandem 29er designed for adventure riding, plus the updated Warbird gravel grinder with innovative vibration-reducing seat stays.
Surly's Frostbike event showcased the John Deere-inspired Moonlander Special Ops fatbike, plus the Lauf carbon fork, World Troller, and frozen pond racing.
The Motobecane Fly Team Ti 29er pairs a titanium frame with Shimano's new XTR M9000 group for an unbelievably affordable price.
Aaron Chamberlain joins Singletracks as head of partnerships and ad sales, bringing marketing experience from Maxxis and serious mountain bike credentials.
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