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
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Funkier is working on a pair of bib shorts with four pockets you can wear with or without a jersey.
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The Fumpa is a portable electric pump for inflating bicycle tires.
Tubolito tubes are lighter and stronger than a standard butyl rubber bicycle tire inner tube.
We talk with Ross Martin, a PhD candidate at Texas State University, about his research into the environmental impact of mountain biking.
NOW claims the XFlow is the lightest mountain bike helmet at 300g, though competitors like the Giro Fantom actually weigh less at 283g.
These are five must ride bike trails in the Columbus, OH area. When visiting Columbus, be sure to check out Alum Creek Phase II, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park, and Mohican State Park.
The Little Big Bike grows with kids from age 2 to 7, transitioning from balance bike to pedal bike with quality components throughout.
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St. Louis offers excellent mountain biking thanks to GORC's trail work, with options ranging from beginner-friendly rides to challenging IMBA Epic routes.
Summer is a busy time at Singletracks, with mountain bike events and trips seemingly booked solid from May to September.
66% of mountain bikers use a smartphone app to track trail distances, and 42% use a GPS device.
The PNW Cascade dropper seat post for mountain bikes is based on a simple design that's proven to be reliable, easy to use, and simple to install.
The history of the 29-inch wheel size, the advantages and disadvantages of 29er wheels compared to other wheel sizes, and the future of long-travel and even downhill 29er bikes.
Internally geared drivetrains are being adopted at nearly triple the rate of e-bikes and electronic shifting, according to our annual survey.
Stan's No Tubes launches the ultra-light Podium SRD carbon racing wheelset at 1,287g, plus three new wider MK3 aluminum options for plus tires.
Rudy Project launches its first mountain bike-specific helmet, the Protera, featuring removable straps, goggle compatibility, and coordinating eyewear colors.
The new Garmin Edge 1030 packs a ton of new software features like popular bike route navigation, plus a couple hardware updates including a more aerodynamic mounting system.
Narrow-wide chainrings and clutch derailleurs were supposed to eliminate chain guides, but sales are actually growing thanks to 1x drivetrain adoption.
Everything you need to know about making mountain bikes lightweight.
Here are the top 5 favorite mountain bike stems as determined by Singletracks members worldwide. Consider one of these bike stems from Race Face, Thomson, Renthal, or Enve if you're looking to upgrade this necessary but often overlooked mountain bike component.
NICA supports middle and high school mountain bike riders all over the USA through coaching, mentoring, and racing programs.
Singletracks readers pick the best trail bikes on 2017. Top-rated mountain bikes include the Trek Fuel EX and Specialized Stumpjumper FSR.
Rossignol is planning to launch a big mountain bike line in North America in 2018 with DH, enduro, trail, and hardtail mountain bikes.
We attempt to explain the unique characteristics that make Northwest Arkansas an appealing mountain bike destination, and what other up-and-coming communities can take away from the area's success.
Singletracks reader interest in eMTB coverage remains flat at 23%, while ownership inches up slightly from 0.9% to 1.2% year-over-year.
We'll talk route selection, communication, logistics, and what to do if you lose someone on the trail.
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The Funkier Monza Elite bib shorts feature a 10-chamber gel chamois and grippy leg cuffs, offering comfortable support at a reasonable price.
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Singletracks has spilled gallons of digital ink ranking, categorizing, and highlighting some of the best mountain bike trails in the USA, but what about the rest of the world? We decided to consult with…
A mountain bike podcast with Chris Tavel of Loose Nuts Cycles, a bike shop in Atlanta, Georgia.
Despite winning "most innovative product" in 2015, only 1.4% of surveyed mountain bikers have adopted Shimano's pricey Di2 electronic shifting system.
Funkier's budget-friendly Policoro baggy shorts pack impressive features for the price, though quality doesn't quite match premium options.
In this episode of the Singletracks mountain bike podcast, we share tips for getting faster on the descents.
Discover must-ride mountain bike trails in major Midwest and Texas cities, from Chicago to Houston, proving great singletrack thrives everywhere.
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