Jeff Barber

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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Two mountain bikers navigate a winding dirt trail on a mountainside, with lush green hills and rocky terrain. Snow-capped peaks rise in the background under a clear blue sky, while winding paths extend through the landscape.
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Wooden sign for Blue Mound State Park surrounded by greenery, displaying "BLUE MOUND STATE PARK" and "DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES."
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Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets are equipped with firearms, standing alert in a military setting. Their faces are painted in green and black for camouflage. The background suggests a water landscape, possibly during a military operation or training exercise.
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A scenic view from a rocky cliffside overlooking a valley with a small town. In the foreground, a sign warns, "Dismount Now! You are on the side of a 200-foot cliff," framed in wood. In the background, the landscape features rolling hills and snow-capped mountains under a cloudy sky.
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Map of Glen Canyon Park showing green walking paths, surrounding residential areas, and nearby landmarks such as George Christopher Playground and Diamond Heights Shopping Center.
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Bird's-eye view of a wooded area featuring intricate paths outlined in red, resembling a maze-like layout.
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A mountain biker in protective gear leans into a corner while navigating a dirt trail surrounded by trees, with a racing number visible on their bike. The scene captures the essence of downhill biking, showcasing the rider's skill and speed in a natural setting.
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Three mountain bikers celebrate on a podium after a race. They are wearing jerseys and shorts, with medals around their necks. The middle cyclist holds a trophy and raises one arm in triumph, while the others acknowledge the audience. The backdrop features logos related to British Cycling and the event.
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A topographic map showing a hiking trail with labeled waypoints, contour lines, and directional markers, overlaid on a 3D landscape view. The map features a red trail path, scale bar, and geographic coordinates displayed at the bottom.
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Map of Overend Mountain Park, showing its location relative to Durango, Colorado, with notable landmarks like the Animas River, Fort Lewis College, and Historic Downtown, marked with numbers for reference. An arrow points to the park's area in the southwest.
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Image showing a close-up view of a bicycle secured with a lock. The bicycle is positioned on its side, highlighting the wheels and frame. The background includes a glimpse of an indoor space with other items visible.
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A smiling cyclist wearing a colorful athletic jersey and a headband poses with a fat bike in a snowy landscape. The bike is equipped with bright red and yellow gear bags, and the background features a cloudy sky with trees in the distance.
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Illustration featuring a silhouette of a mountain biker riding on a hillside with the text "Women of Dirt" above and "BOM" at the bottom. The design includes elements of nature, such as greenery and a stylized background.
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Alt text: Promotional poster for the Outerbike event in Moab, Utah, scheduled for September 30 to October 3, 2010. Includes details on bike demos, meal times, a movie showing, and an outdoor party, along with logos of participating bike brands. The poster emphasizes the community aspect of biking, highlighted by the phrase "IT IS ABOUT THE BIKE."
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A series of action shots depicting a mountain biker performing tricks in mid-air over a snow ramp at night, with bright floodlights illuminating the scene. The background shows a crowd watching the event, set against a snowy landscape.
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An image featuring a smartphone displaying the Singletracks website alongside a calendar, with a person wearing a green and black cycling jersey. The image includes a badge stating "2010 Best of MTB."
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Image of a 2010 Titus FTM Carbon mountain bike with promotional text announcing a giveaway for the bike and a free tattoo, set against a blue patterned background.
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A cylindrical container with orange caps on both ends, resting on green grass and leaves. The container features the words "EARTH" on the upper portion and "LEADS" on the lower section, accompanied by orange warning symbols.
Davis Painter, 4, rides over a see-saw on the course during the mountain bike clinic at Boulder Indoor Cycling in Boulder, Colorado December 15, 2009.  CAMERA/Mark Leffingwell 

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Close-up image of a bicycle fork featuring a label for "FOX ISOLATED TECHNOLOGY" and a dial for adjusting settings. The fork is predominantly white, with a red adjustment knob and visible wheel spokes in the background.
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A detailed topographic map showing various trails and route markers, with numbered points of interest, labeled locations, and a "Start/Finish" area highlighted. The map includes features such as roads, natural landmarks, and a legend indicating different symbols used on the map.
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Promotional flyer for the 2nd Annual Tri-Flow XC Indoor Invitational, featuring event details from January 15-17, 2010. Highlights include qualifying runs, finals for men and women, and opportunities to ride with professional XC mountain bikers. The flyer lists cash prizes for top finishers, notables from the previous year's competition, and sponsorships from Subaru, SRAM, and others. Contact information and event schedule are included at the bottom.
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