Greg Heil

Greg began mountain biking in 2005, and since then, the pursuit of singletrack has taken him around the world. While Greg first started adding trail reviews to Singletracks in 2008, his career in mountain bike media officially began in 2010. He started writing for Singletracks in 2011 while simultaneously finishing his formal secondary education in writing and publication. Greg has the distinction of being the first employee that Singletracks ever hired, and he went on to serve for seven years, including five years in the Editor in Chief role. After a six-year hiatus, Greg is back at Singletracks, serving in the Managing Editor role.

While Greg has reviewed innumerable mountain bikes and products over the years, his true passion lies in writing about mountain bike trails and destinations. Greg has ridden over 8,000 trails and visited 21 countries (and counting). He recently spent four years traveling full-time, including two spent living in a camper van with his wife, Christine. In between epic trips, he now resides in Durango, Colorado.

Author snapshot

MTB Background and expertise

  • Riding experience: Primarily trail and enduro, with experience including endurance XC, bikepacking, downhill, and gravel riding.
  • Mountain biking since: 2005
  • Number of trails ridden: 8,000+
  • Number of countries visited: 21+
  • Current stable: Pivot Switchblade V3, Pivot Vault, Scott Big Jon

Education and writing experience

  • Bachelors of Arts, English: Writing and Publication, University of North Georgia
  • Other publications: Strava, FATMAP, Dirt Rag Magazine, MTB Project, Hiking Project, GearJunkie, Outside 365
 
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Two cyclists riding mountain bikes along a dirt trail near a lake. The scene features clear blue skies and rocky terrain, with one cyclist in a blue shirt and the other in a pink shirt.
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A bright blue Santa Cruz mountain bike featuring a sleek frame design, prominent pink lettering, and thick tires with pink accents. The bike is equipped with high-performance components, including disc brakes and a multi-gear setup.
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Two mountain bikers riding on a narrow dirt trail surrounded by lush greenery and colorful wildflowers in a forested area.
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A person wearing a colorful cycling outfit and helmet is standing next to a mountain bike on a dirt path beside a flowing river, surrounded by pine trees. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a bright and scenic outdoor setting.
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A mountain biker navigates a rocky trail surrounded by lush green trees, with distant snow-capped mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
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Two mountain bikers riding along a dirt trail in a sunny outdoor setting. The landscape features shrubs and rocky terrain with hills in the background. One biker is in the foreground, wearing sunglasses and a helmet, while the other is slightly behind, both making their way through the natural environment.
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A sleek black mountain bike with wide tires, disc brakes, and a lightweight frame, positioned against a plain background. The bike features a front suspension fork and is designed for off-road riding.