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
Construction methods can affect a mountain bike trail's look and feel.
Easy Pumptracks uses modular cardboard templates to lay out and shape the perfect berms and rollers for any pump track project.
There's fun, and then there's type 2 fun. As mountain bikers, we tend to embrace both.
The ever-expanding Griffin Bike Park located in Terre Haute, Indiana is officially cutting the ribbon on a new adaptive mountain biking trail called Freedom Trail on October 17 at 11am.
What happens when you mix the front triangle from a Nukeproof Dissent 290 29er with the rear end of a 27.5-inch-wheeled Dissent 275? You get the all-new Nukeproof Dissent 297, of course.
Create your own custom trail lists to help plan an epic road trip, or to share an interactive map of your favorite mountain bike trails with others.
There's no "right" way to mount a light (or lights) for mountain biking at night.
Try to keep up! The newest mountain bike trails from around the world.
Trek's Bontrager brand recently launched a clipless pedal mountain bike shoe called the Avert with a unique look and a feature set geared toward bikepackers and trail riders.
Trips for Kids is a non-profit dedicated to providing "transformative cycling experiences for young people of all communities, especially those most in need."
Some riders, especially racers, are choosing a bit of extra insurance when it comes to mountain bike chain retention.
The best time to start planning a mountain bike trail was 10 years ago. The second best time is now.
Vittorio Platania explains how hydraulic mountain bike brakes work, and shares his tips for maximizing their performance on the trail.
Depending on riding style, body weight, budget, and many other factors, the point where the scale tips from "not bad" to "too heavy" is different for every rider.
Not saying it wouldn't ride great, it just looks a little odd...
Both the cross-country and downhill World Championship races will be held beginning October 7, 2020 in Leogang, Austria after behind postponed due to the pandemic.
The Co-op Cycles DRT 4.1 Fat-Tire Bike is an affordable fat bike with a solid build spec. and is available at REI.
Mountain bike legend Tinker Juarez talks about his career, and offers tips for getting fit, staying strong, and winning races.
Of course how often riders bleed their brakes depends on a number of factors.
Roval is making their premium Control SL mountain bike wheels slightly more affordable and accessible.
It's just unfair how some mountain bikers progress faster than others.
Trek just announced updates to their Powerfly line of electric, full suspension mountain bikes with a striking look that places the rear shock behind the seat tube.
Limited travel options combined with peak boredom has many of us operating outside of our usual routine.
Being RTR* in 2020 not only means air in tires and lube on chain, but also that all electronics are fully charged.
Help support Singletracks' efforts to share mountain bike news, trail maps, photos, and reviews from around the world.
Plan on handing down the Ride Concepts Vice bike shoes to a sibling or neighbor after your grom outgrows them.
We learn how frame designers like Alastair work with bike brands to create unique mountain bike designs.
We round up the latest mountain bike trail openings around the world, including new bike parks and local neighborhood singletrack alike.
Testing the Canyon Spectral for a couple of months this summer has forced me to reconsider what I think I know about trail bikes.
Just a few years ago, no one was running foam inserts in their mountain bike tires.
Can'd Aid, a non-profit that "spreads people powered do-goodery" and affiliated with REEB Cycles and Oscar Blues Brewery, is raising funds to help kids with school supplies in California.
A friendly reminder to be considerate of your fellow rider this fall.
Highlights from the 2021 Trek Procaliber XC mountain bike update include all carbon frames, 29er wheels, slacker geo, and builds starting at $1,999.
California readers, be on the lookout for former Singletracks editor Greg Heil's loaded Sylvansport Go camper trailer and his customized Niner RIP 9, last seen in Kernville, California.
This year the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame inducts Stan Koziatek, the tubeless tire pioneer, along with five others, and updates the way inductees are chosen going forward.
Whether you're cool and laid back, or vibrant and energetic, chances are you've found trail wear to reflect your own style and personality.
It seems brand managers may be among the last of the gram-counting mountain bikers.
Dozens of mountain bikers toed the Leadville 100 start line on what would have been the race weekend.
In this episode, we find out what it takes to put together a professional mountain bike team racing at the World Cup level.
Many mountain bikers are discovering the difference a more powerful set of brakes can make on any bike, from gravel and XC to Enduro.
The ride up isn't too bad. It's loading the bikes that strikes the most fear in the heart of mountain bikers everywhere!
Salsa rolls out updated fat bikes for 2021, covering everything from groomed snow racing to frozen backcountry adventures.
Women's brand Liv Cycling is adding gravel bikes to the mix with the new Devote line announced today.
In this episode, the Singletracks staff talks about the process we use to evaluate the mountain bikes and gear we review regularly.
Tell us how much importance you place on environmental issues!
Giant updates two of their more affordable trail bikes, the full-suspension Trance and hardtail Talon.
Consider 2020 a "gap year" for collegiate mountain bikers.
The new Enve Adventure fork weighs 575g and features a drop-out chip to adjust the rake and axle-to-crown.
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