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
These racy XC shoes are impeccably constructed with grippy rubber lugs, a stiff carbon sole, and durable materials. They're also surprisingly comfortable.
Mountain bikers are using the sport to deal with depression, PTSD, learning disabilities, anxiety, seasonal affective disorder, and lack of confidence in inspiring ways, and we look at how this might work.
The bike industry is in a state of transition, and today consumers have a few choices when it comes to how they make their purchase. We want to know how you bought your last bike, and how you plan to buy your next one.
Mulberry Gap is a hub for mountain bikers and gateway to the best trail riding the state of Georgia has to offer.
Adding a water purification tool to your pack saves weight overall and can extend your mountain bike adventures indefinitely. We break down the options, and offer a few product recommendations.
Overall, the Trek Fuel EX appears to be an even more capable descender than ever before with minimal compromise in its climbing abilities.
The new Specialized Enduro mountain bike stays planted on trail descents and offers a firm platform for climbing.
Magical, beautiful, and a little scary, the Dark Crystal mountain bike trail in Whistler is a gem.
Gerow, Matt, and Jeff share updates and impressions from recent and upcoming mountain bike tests, from gravel and XC to enduro bikes
Does a person become a mountain biker when they buy their first mountain bike, or is it more of an attitude and a lifestyle?
Aussie Grit Ignite mountain bike shorts pair a nice bib chamois with baggy shorts to make a lightweight and comfortable combo.
If it's dark, forested singletrack mountain bike trails and deep, soft loam you seek, Bellingham has the goods.
In this episode, we ask James Wilson of bikejames.com for mountain bike training tips, and talk about why flat pedals are better than clipless for many riders.
Not everyone is a member of a local bike club, though most of us benefit directly or indirectly from their work. Tell us about your relationship with your local mountain bike club.
Maxxis is announcing a new mountain bike tire today, the Dissector, targeting both downhill and trail riders, and perhaps everyone in between.
The San Diego Mountain Bike Association is warning mountain bikers to be careful when riding in the area around Lake Hodges after a rider was shot and had his bike stolen on a bike path near I-15.
The new Specialized Epic hardtail mountain bike is the lightest yet, and it's also longer and slacker.
New mountain bike trail grand openings in Ohio, Arkansas, Colorado, Virginia, Pennsylvania, British Columbia, and Oregon. Did we miss one? Tell us about it!
Mark Weir is a legend in the mountain bike world, having won the Downieville Downhill eight times and making his mark at WTB as a demanding product tester over two decades. We talk with Mark about enduro racing, climbing a million vertical feet in a year, his near heart attack, trail advocacy, and electric bikes.
Research suggests most riders will spend $500 or less on their first mountain bike. How much did you spend on yours?
What is your favorite IPA? In honor of National IPA Day, Jeff shares his highest rated IPAs among 187 tasted.
In this interview, I talk about trying mountain biking for the first time, trail dos and don'ts, how to shop for a bike, and how to find the best trails to ride.
If you haven't set a goal to learn a new skill before the end of the season, now is the time to get serious. And if you already have a goal, consider this a mid-season accountability check-in.
In this episode, Dylan shares his tips for descending on a mountain bike. Whether you're interested in racing downhill or just want to gain some confidence, these are the skills you need.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Gerow, Jeff, and Matt discuss trail advocacy news from the North America and Europe, and share the results from recent trail etiquette surveys.
Mountain biking can be a rough sport. Tell us about your go-to injury spots, and the types of injuries you've experienced over the years
The Everysight Raptor is a set of eyewear that incorporates a heads-up display for viewing trails maps and ride stats during a ride. There's also a built in camera for snapping photos and recording video.
Here are half a dozen new mountain bike trails that opened in the past 30 days.
A lot has changed in the world of mountain bike tires over the past couple of years. We talk tire widths, sealants, inserts and more.
We taste test 7 craft session beers with low ABVs to discover the tastiest ones.
Simon Lawton, founder of Fluidride, shares his approach to mountain bike skills instruction and offers specific tips for riders of all ages and experience levels.
More than a dozen riders set out at sunset with the goal of riding mountain bikes until sunrise on the shortest night of the year.
Gary Fisher recounts the early days of mountain biking and weighs in on where our sport is headed today.
The Yeti SB130 pushes the envelope when it comes to 29er trail bike geometry. Here's what we learned from riding this bike hard for two days in Bellingham, WA.
The SDG Components Junior Pro kit upgrades key mountain bike components to make kids' bikes lighter, more comfortable, and easier to maintain.
Stash a multi-tool or a spare tube and tire levers on your mountain bike water bottle cage with the Topeak Ninja series.
The Lazer Impala is a solid, comfortable helmet that seems to offer great protection as well.
The Blackburn Big Switch can be used as a T- or L-handle bike tool and packs a chain breaker, disc brake pad spreader, Presta valve core remover, and 9 driver bits in a compact case.
The new 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain adds key technologies developed for XTR at a more affordable price point. We spent two days testing the new drivetrain in both wet and dry conditions.
Along with big updates to the XT drivetrain, Shimano is also rolling out improvements to their XT and SLX brakes.
We show you how to use mountain bike tire plugs to seal tubeless tire punctures quickly and easily.
Mike Brcic talks about the best ways to share the mountain bike experience with others, whether that's leading a group ride or promoting mountain bike tourism in local communities.
Baggy mountain bike shorts from Pactimo offer a lyra-like feel with the pockets, waist cinchers, and protection that dirt riders want.
In this episode, Gerow gives us the low down on some of the mountain bike trails he's discovered in Italy so far.
A collection of some of the most memorable BBQ restaurants I've visited on mountain bike trips.
Hans Rey is a mountain bike trials legend and global ambassador for the sport, exploring and documenting exotic locations around the world by bike. We talk about how he got started, his favorite places to ride, flow trails, and much more.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Matt, Gerow, and Jeff share their thoughts about 9 recent and upcoming mountain bike review tests.
The most popular mountain bike trails in the USA and Canada, by state and province. We look at the surprising trails that are trending up, and those that are trending down.
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