Gerow

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.