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 Yeti ASR cross-country mountain bike is back after a nearly 10 year hiatus and ready to race.
We learn how coil shocks work and talk advantages and disadvantages for mountain bikes.
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The Mullet Peacemaker is a mixed-wheel, 160/150mm all-mountain bike with a simple, well-executed design.
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A new mountain bike program for elementary school students called Trail Rangers is set to launch in 2025.
The local bike shop can be a nice place to hang out, especially if there is coffee and/or beer involved.
The Loam Pass gives mountain bikers access to 30 bike parks (and counting) around the US for one low price.
Jarrod's Place is a shuttle-served bike park with flowy, jump-style trails and steep, natural trails that's open year 'round, rain or shine.
Sean Leader and his company Southern Gravity provide bike parks with the things they need from ramps and shuttle vehicles to (possibly, one day) US-made DH bikes.
The Roval Traverse SL II is a carbon MTB wheelset that's "engineered to be ridden recklessly." We literally put that claim to the test.
The Schwalbe Hans Dampf is one of the brand's top selling tires thanks to its performance in a variety of challenging conditions for trail and enduro bikes.
The Revel Rascal got a lot right with the first release, and V2 nearly perfects this winning trail bike formula.
The stealthy, sexy Specialized Epic World Cup Pro full-suspension, cross-country bike is on sale and comes with SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission and RockShox ultimate suspension.
The 2024 Canyon Spectral CF gets in-frame storage, a chainstay flip chip for mixed wheels, and makes the K.I.S. steering stabilizer standard.
We speak with two mountain bike wheel experts from Reserve, a Santa Cruz, California brand that sells high-end carbon and aluminum wheels.
Ride Kanuga bike park is located just outside Pisgah National Forest and offers progressive, expertly maintained trails that are e-bike friendly.
Setting your mountain bike suspension sag properly is by far the most important thing you can do to get the most out of your bike. These are the steps to get dialed.
We want to know if your mountain bike has in-frame storage and if/how you use it.
The Aeroe Spider Rear Rack is a great alternative to a seat bag for bikepacking, especially for those running a dropper post and rear suspension.
In Brevard, North Carolina, riders discover a cycling paradise that has it all, from gravel to trail to town.
We dive into gravel bike geometry charts and talk with a frame builder to understand which angles and measurements matter most, and where gravel frames might progress in the future.
For some there is fun in the suffering. For others, there is only suffering.
Both flats and clipless pedals have their pros and cons, and there's no right or wrong answer for mountain biking. Skills coach Carol Baldwin shares her tips for finding flow on the trail.
The Pivot Switchblade is one of the brand's best-selling bikes which adds to the pressure of trying to make a great bike even greater.
How slack is too slack when it comes to mountain bike head tube angles?
The Lezyne Super Drive 1800+ is a great bike light for night riding thanks to its generous battery capacity, solid mount, bright LEDs, and smart features.
The electric Trek Marlin+ gives riders a simple and more affordable eMTB option.
Singletracks wants to know how you rate your local mountain bike trails.
Singletracks has been nominated for Best Digital Publication of 2023 at the Outdoor Media Awards and we need your vote to win.
Gravity Logic got its start building and maintaining the trails at Whistler Bike Park. Today the firm consults on some of the biggest bike park projects in the world.
These are the best hydration backpacks for mountain biking, according to Singletracks product testers.
The Rant Trill flat pedals are an affordable choice, though mountain bikers will find themselves wanting more.
The Old Man Mountain Axle Pack provides a sturdy place to mount water bottles and gear carriers to a mountain bike fork.
When it comes to buying off-brand mountain bike components we want to know where you draw the line.
It's easy to set up a new mountain bike that's delivered to your home, but don't rush the process. These are the tips and the checklist we use every time we get a new bike in for test.
Mountain bikes are getting too heavy. It's time for frame and component designers to prioritize lighter weights again.
We're pretty sure you love your mountain bike. But be honest: tell us what one thing you don't like about it.
The Northwave Tailwhip Eco Evo flat pedal mountain bike shoes are a solid choice for trail riding, eco-friendly or not.
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Robert Axle Project King Thru Axles are lightweight and simple, plus they add a pop of color to any build.
The Fenix BC26R is a compact and bright bike light featuring quality construction and the ability to go all night long thanks to pass-through charging and a quick-swap battery.
Rockbros nylon flat pedals are priced less than better-known brands so we decided to see how they perform on the trail.
Rhett Jones is the founder of Station Bike Park, a new private park he developed on 150 acres of former ranchland northwest of Austin, Texas.
These are the most ambitious and noteworthy MTB trail projects and organizations that made a difference in 2023.
The lightweight Specialized Renegade S-Works mountain bike tire is optimized for winning races. It may be worth a look for downcountry riders too.
Kona Process mountain bikes are buy one get one free through the end of the year PLUS select models including the Honzo hardtail and El Kahuna eMTB are 50% off.
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