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 latest Shimano 4-piston XT brake set, officially designated BR-M8120, boasts a few notable tweaks and improvements as I've discovered over the past several months of testing.
So THAT'S why we can't have cheap, nice things.
It's a tough time to be in the search and rescue business. Not only are calls up significantly in many areas as more folks seek solace in the outdoors, but the pandemic has significantly slowed rescue team recruiting and training events, leading to fewer available workers in the field.
Tony Boone has been building mountain bike trails for more than 30 years, and literally helped write the book on the subject, contributing to IMBA’s Guides to Building Sweet Singletrack and Providing Great Riding.
Over time brands and consumers alike have latched onto designations like trail and enduro as a way to convey a bike's intentions. But shorthand descriptors leave important details unstated, and in some cases, can lead buyers astray.
Tired of cold hands, a mountain biker invents battery-powered heaters that fit inside standard handlebars.
The Axon Elite34 is a high-performance mountain bike fork designed for rough XC tracks and light duty trail riding.
Earl talks about how the pandemic and surprising bike boom has affected business, and his approach to connecting with new and old customers.
It takes a surprising amount of effort to build and maintain mountain bike trails.
This week Enve added a new set of "mid-priced" carbon gravel wheels with wide rims, external spoke nipples, and improved pinch flat protection, made in the USA.
MTB Atlanta was recently awarded a 2021 IMBA Dig In grant in support of a potentially large trail project at Chattahoochee Bend State Park, and the group is seeking donations to maximize matching funds.
An update on the newest mountain bike trail openings from Colorado to New Zealand.
The latest Shimano XT mountain bike wheels are affordably priced and are designed for trail riding.
In April Centennial Park at Millsap Mountain in Fayetteville, Arkansas will host two US Pro Cup cross country mountain bike races for Elite and Junior racers.
The Sedona Mountain Bike Festival and Sea Otter Classic both recently announced the postponement of events that had been scheduled for this spring.
Rab Wardell is a mountain bike athlete and coach living in Glasgow, Scotland. He recently set the fastest known time on the West Highland Way, a 96 mile off-road route connecting Milngavie and Fort William.
One of 15 limited-edition Specialized Enduro bikes is being raffled off with 100% of the proceeds equally benefiting both trail building and conservation projects and agriculture and livestock assistance to small farmers in Tanzania.
Mountain bikes are personal items, and we all customize ours to some degree. Still, our preferences changes and skills evolve, and as a result our bikes are really just works in progress.
Mountain bikers are probably the only group that currently thinks hip packs look cool.
Mountain bike skills instructor Simon Lawton of Fluidride talks about coaching new riders and the MTB scene in Baja, Mexico.
There's more than one way to get bikes and people to the trail.
Finding a comfortable mountain bike saddle can be trial and error, so why not start with what you know?
What does it take to become Fabio Wibmer? Listen in to find out!
Mountain bike tires are always looking for ways to leak air.
"Hang on Dad, I'm about to land this jump."
One of the yardsticks many mountain bikers use to measure their fitness and endurance is their "longest single day ride."
To close out the year, here are five new mountain bike trails that opened in December.
The Silver Stallion is working to offer free bike mobile repairs within the Navajo Nation, and to expand mechanic training, coaching, and local trail access.
In 2020 the worldwide mountain bike community added dozens of new trails to explore around the globe.
It's easy to add a Singletracks shortcut to your smartphone for quick access to trail info and the latest mountain bike news.
From what we've hard, Santa had a hard time keeping up with the demand for bike gear this year. Still, some good boys and girls got what they asked for.
The 12-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain offers excellent performance at a budget-friendly price.
Singletracks is partnering with Trail Care to make it easier for mountain bikers to support trail groups financially.
Full suspension bikes tend to get all the hype in mountain biking, but hardtails are the real work horses. They're also a ton of fun to ride!
Mountain bikes work hard. Sometimes they need a ride too.
This cardboard kit is designed to help buyers lay out and shape a backyard pump track
Check in when you ride trails to earn badges and track the places you've mountain biked.
Mat walks us through the process for trail and bike park approval, funding, and construction to help others who may be considering a similar project in their own community.
The new Lazer Jackal mountain bike helmet is fully-featured and includes MIPS.
Being prepared for a mountain bike ride means bringing a lot of stuff, and remembering all the pieces can be a challenge.
Mountain bike crashing and pad usage tend to get locked in a vicious cycle.
One of the founding fathers of mountain biking, and certainly one of its most colorful characters, Gary Fisher, has a new autobiography available today.
Tubeless tire air leaks aren't always due to a puncture. Sometimes rims and valves can be the culprit. Here's how to zero in on the problem.
The Canyon Stoic features a 140mm fork and aluminum frame, priced around $1,000.
Some people just don't get it.
A $6 million Federal grant was awarded to create 50-75 miles of mountain bike trails in Cooke County, Tennessee near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The Diamondback Release 29.1 is one of the newest and most affordable full suspension 29ers in the brand's line.
Mountain bikers around the world are enjoying new mountain bike trails this month thanks to the hard work of dedicated volunteers and land managers.
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