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
 
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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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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A high-performance archery sight with a sleek black and silver design, featuring a multi-pin adjustment mechanism and a circular wheel for easy aiming and precision. The sight is mounted on a sturdy base with a logo at its base.
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A glass of creamy egg nog topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg, garnished with two cinnamon sticks, with the text "INFINIT Egg Nog RECOVERY" beneath it.
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A custom bike dashboard displaying the specifications and components for a mountain bike titled "DH Monster." The image features a list of components, including the frame model, forks, wheels, tires, and various parts, along with their prices. There is also a section for user comments and options to rate, comment, or create a new custom bike. The layout is sleek and includes a background image suggesting outdoor or camping themes.
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Two hands hold different design options for a product called Gyrowheel, which features two contrasting wheels: one in white with yellow and black designs, and another in black with red and orange designs. The text above reads "GYROWHEEL - REINVENTING THE (TRAINING) WHEEL."
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A silver Giro bicycle helmet resting on a bed of pine needles and fallen leaves, showcasing aerodynamic design features and ventilation holes.
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A silver bicycle decorated with a large red bow is positioned next to a Christmas tree adorned with decorations and lights. The tree is set against a wall, with a patterned rug underneath it, creating a festive indoor scene.
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Aerial view of ancient ruins surrounded by grassy fields. The site features several standing stone structures and outlines of walls, hinting at its historical significance. The landscape includes trees and open space, creating a serene atmosphere.
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A close-up view of a mountain bike tire, labeled "Vulpine 2.1 29", resting on a bed of pine needles and leaves. The tire features the brand name "Easton" and details about the tire's specifications and rubber compound.
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A handmade wooden bike with a streamlined design, featuring two large, knobby tires and a single seat, placed on a textured stone surface.
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A close-up view of several blue, oval-shaped tablets with "Pfizer" and "VGR 100" printed on them, arranged on a light surface.
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