Gerow started as a freelance writer for Singletracks and was a full-time staff member from 2019 to 2022. His areas of expertise include component tech and tires, suspension setup, gravity riding, bikepacking, repair, and maintenance. A mountain biker since 1986, Gerow continues to contribute compelling and expert mountain bike and component reviews.
"If not riding then I'm writing, or quite possibly cooking something. I play bass with nine-and-a-half fingers, eat vegetables and fruit, and prefer movement as frequently as possible. I find discomforts and challenges more useful than most things, particularly what emerges from them. If I died and could return as anything I would choose a camp fire."
Author snapshot
- Instagram: @ribbonsinsticksmedia
- Location: Bellingham, Washington
- Previous location: Torino, Italy and Florence, Italy
MTB experience
- Mountain biking since 1986
- Current bike stable: Raaw Madonna (160mm) and a Kona Unit (rigid)
- Favorite place to ride: Jamniza, Slovenia
Writing experience and education
- Other publications: Craft MTN and various Italian blogs
- Masters of Sociology
- Firefighter 2 Certification, EMT, Hazmat Operations, Rope Rescue
If not riding then I'm writing, or quite possibly cooking something. I play bass with nine-and-a-half fingers, eat vegetables and fruit, and prefer movement as frequently as possible. I find discomforts and challenges more useful than most things, particularly what emerges from them. If I died and could return as anything I would choose a camp fire.
When it's all up to you, what type of mountain bike trails do you prefer to ride?
The Ripper Race Shorts from Fasthouse are my go-to skin protection for gravity mountain bike racing.
When not eating or steeping nettle, humans have used its fibrous stalks to make ship sails, ropes, nets, and nearly anything else that we have employed hemp fibers for.
Spending a few quiet minutes alongside the trail might improve your ride, your understanding and love for nature, and possibly even your home and work life too.
The Brain Box full face mountain bike helmet from SHRED. will make you stand out from the crowd.
This year's IMBA EU summit, held in Denmark's outdoor capital city, Silkeborg, hosted roughly 100 trail advocates, from 22 different nations.
Do you agree that downhill riders should yield to mountain bikers who are climbing?
The Michelin Wild Enduro mountain bike tire tread grips as advertised, and holds up on the rocks like the best of them.
Learn a little about how and why Singletracks started up twenty years ago, what's changed over that time, and where our trail adventure is headed.
The Trail Brothers Tuscany are building trails, hosting races, and guiding mountain bike tourists from all over the world on some of the best singletrack in Italy.
Fit4Racing has fitness training tips and programs to help everyone from weekend warriors to top-step mountain bike professionals. We get the low down on their approach, and share two sample workouts to get started.
The creators of the Women's Slopestyle Tour are paving the way for future female freeride mountain bike acrobats.
The Garmin Forerunner 235 is a fantastic option for folks who want to record their ride stats and collect health data.
New Liv and Zerode bikes, women's Speed & Style competition, full-face helmet and padded shorts from Endura, and a Muc-Off pressure washer designed for bikes, plus EWS round 3 recap.
Crashing is a form of failure, and without failure, mountain bikers often don't learn new things.
New gravel bikes from Juliana and Santa Cruz are ready to join you on long off road adventures.
Save your tires from bites and rims from strikes, with one simple piece of sturdy foam. Tyreinvader mountain bike tire inserts are lightweight and affordable.
Riva Bike Festival is the largest two-wheeled gathering in Italy, and one of the largest in all of Europe. There is a massive product expo, bike demos, a jump show, amazing trails all around, and breathtaking views to fill the weekend.
Do you know what to check on your mountain bike before race day? Gerow gives us a few things to consider to avoid mechanical surprises.
DHaRCO's party kit will unmistakably identify you as a mountain biker, and a fun one to boot.
New enduro mountain bike goods from Hayes including the Mezzner fork, Mara Pro shock, Dominion 2- and 4-piston brakes, and Answer ProTaper handlebars.
Mountain biking can provide the challenges necessary to learn vital life skills, all while learning to love the forest.
Shimano announces an all new crankset, rear derailleur, brakes, and wheels designed specifically for gravel bikes.
Never true a wheel or replace your rim again with this tri-spoke carbon wheel from Spengle.
We take a closer look at five pairs of mountain bike goggles and lenses.
Janker Ted is one of the fastest enduro mountain bikers in the US, and his race career is just getting warmed up. It's all thanks to his pre-race iced lattes and a few other sponsors.
The Mission Workshop Integer photo backpack has a weatherproof organization system that keeps expensive camera gear clean and dry.
The first color-screen GPS from Wahoo, the Elemnt ROAM, features tools for navigating unfamiliar roads and trails.
Shimano Saint M820 brakes make other mountain bike stopping systems feel like dragging a foot in the dirt.
Riding gravel roads promises less traffic and you get to geek on different bike gear. Plus, all of the usual benefits of cycling are sprinkled on top of a lovely gravel cupcake.
First impressions of the Orbea Rallon enduro bike, which will see a long-term review.
Colorado-based non-profit Sacred Cycle is working with survivors of sexual trauma, and part of their therapy methods include taking clients mountain biking.
Garmin adds a host of mountain bike specific features to their latest GPS units, and even offers a mountain bike bundle with optional accessories.
The GT Force Expert is an all-mountain bike that is eager to pop off whatever you point it at. With 27.5" wheels and 150mm of rear travel, this all-carbon, aggressive trail bike retails for $4,000.
Pietra Ligure: Come for the beach, and stay for the mountain bike trails! Plus, an epic report from a surprisingly snowy enduro race.
Jill Kintner shares her outlook on how mountain bike races are won, gives cornering tips, and dishes on her favorite places to ride.
The Axis hip pack from Mission Workshop is a simple, sturdy pack designed to carry just the right amount of trail gear.
The first two races of the 2019 NAES series visit Eureka Springs, Arkansas, and Revelstoke, Canada, leaving all of the celebratory duties to the final event at Snow Summit, California.
Remot Bikes are igniting their brand new fire with a carbon trail bike for under $4,000 that looks ready to party.
This multi-sport GPS watch has a ton of features, but it misses the mark in a couple key areas.
Hutchison's pro mountain bikers asked for a faster gravity tire, and worked alongside company engineers to create just that.
The Urge Archi-Enduro RR full face mountain bike helmet was designed by the most qualified enduro experts in the business.
Oak trees are native to six of the seven continents on earth, so chances are you have mountain biked among them. Learn more about this magnificent tree species.
Updated Norco Revolver XC bike comes with 100mm or 120mm of rear travel. Plus, there are new forks from Cane Creek and Marzocchi, moto-inspired MTB rims from Zipp, and tall tires for wet and loose conditions from WTB.
Deborah Meghen and Niall Davie talk about the development of new mountain bike trails all over Ireland.
The Bluegrass Eagle Armour Lite D3O is a lightweight and simple vented spine protector.
We check out mountain bike multi-tools from top brands like Pro, SIlca, Pedro's, Topeak and Pro Bike Tool.
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