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 Schwinn Axum delivers 29er wheels, a one-by drivetrain, and a dropper post for under $500. We put it to the test for trail rides.
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A Go Fund Me campaign launched yesterday to help well-known mountain biker Katie Alton with current and future medical expenses due to her injuries suffered in a crash over the weekend in a California enduro race.
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Are your kids mountain bikers? If so, let us know how you encouraged them to enjoy mountain biking as much as you do.
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We have our own preference based on what works for us, but every face is different, and not all sunglasses and helmets are created alike. Sound off!
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US Senator Mike Lee of Utah introduced Senate bill 1686 recently which seeks to "amend the Wilderness Act to allow local Federal officials to determine the manner in which nonmotorized uses may be permitted in wilderness areas, and for other purposes."
We ask Chiropractor and professional bike fitter Adam Phaneuf how bike fitting and sizing works to eliminate pain and make riders faster.
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Rotational impact protection is nice to have, but what we really need is a way to keep our hair coiffed.
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Electronic shifting adoption remains limited in the mountain bike world, but as prices come down, it's likely to increase.
Ombraz ditches the temples (side-arms) to make for more comfortable, helmet-friendly sunglasses.
Brings new meaning to the term "no hander."
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Mountain biking is full of things to be stoked about, and right now, FKTs are at the top of my list.
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Maybe the tire isn't crap; could be the rider.
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Much of the design and tech from the groundbreaking Roval Control SL is now available in a more affordable version of the wheelset named simply Control Carbon.
Renee Hutchens is a mountain biker, storyteller, and artist living in Colorado. As a member of the Diné Nation, Renee is an advocate for both indigenous people and the lands they call home.
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