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
TexPlex opens June 3 near Dallas, offering 250 acres of mountain biking with pump tracks, jumps, and slopestyle courses for all skill levels.
Like artists painting their own canvases, professional trail builders leave distinctive signatures that discerning mountain bikers can recognize from trail to trail.
Singletracks analyzed trail reviews and ratings to rank the most popular mountain bike trails in each US state and Canadian province for 2017.
Reynolds' carbon BLACKLABEL 27.5 Plus wheels deliver exceptional stiffness and durability with Industry 9 hubs, though the $2,600 price tag puts them at premium territory.
Mountain biking with dogs can be rewarding, but requires proper training, trail etiquette, and consideration for your pup's safety and other trail users.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, we talk about our favorite rides in Utah, from iconic rides like Slickrock to the best bike parks and trails with the most epic scenery.
Mountain bikers often ask if their bike is appropriate for certain trails, but the real answer depends on rider skill and attitude.
Aaron and I talk about the highlights from this year's Sea Otter Classic.
Vittoria is infusing graphene into carbon resin to create lighter, stiffer mountain bike wheels with improved material properties and increased spoke hole strength.
The Trek Powerfly 8 e-MTB excels at fast-forwarding through boring climbs, but its weight and noisy motor compromise the singletrack experience we love.
Garmin's new Varia UT800 is an 800-lumen bike light that automatically adjusts brightness based on speed and ambient light when paired with Edge computers.
Vittoria's new Gato XC tire features circumferential mud-clearing channels, siped knobs, and Graphene-enhanced 4C rubber compound for competitive wet-weather racing.
GORE Bike Wear claims mountain bikers sit differently than roadies, and they've designed mountain bike-specific chamois padding and baggy bib shorts to prove it.
Niner teams up with Colorado's Push Industries to create a limited RIP 9 RDO featuring the premium Elevensix coil shock for aggressive descending.
Teravail debuts a smart mountain bike tire lineup designed for bikepacking and ultra-endurance riding, with tires launching in July 2017.
Cush Core's foam tire insert claims to add damping to pneumatic tires, reduce squirm at low pressures, and protect rims from damage.
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Greg and I talk about the things mountain biking can teach all of us about life.
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**From hiker rants to Pulitzer-worthy epics, these trail reviews prove mountain bikers have a lot to say—and some truly entertaining ways to say it.**
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We share our top Colorado mountain biking recommendations, from bike parks to backcountry epics, plus the best basecamp locations to explore them.
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Mountain bikers prefer Subarus and Jeeps over mainstream brands, and drive vehicles three years newer than the average American.
We're diving deep into mountain bike drivetrains, covering 1X vs 2X, electronic shifting, oval chainrings, belt drives, and internally geared hubs.
In this special episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron and Greg share their experiences at Outerbike in Moab last week.
Mountain bike prices have remained surprisingly stable over the past decade when adjusted for inflation, despite significant technology improvements and more premium options.
In this episode we talk about how mountain bike tourism works and discuss the reasons why many communities are rolling out the red carpet for riders.
Former Tesla engineer builds self-driving mountain bike prototype that steers, balances, and navigates trails autonomously using GPS, computer vision, and gyroscopic stabilization technology.
British cyclist Mike Hall, 2016 Tour Divide winner and speed record holder, was killed by an automobile while racing in Australia.
Louis Garneau's top-tier Copper T-Flex shoes blend race-ready carbon stiffness with all-day comfort through flexible uppers, dual Boa dials, and versatile temperature performance.
Aaron and I discuss mountain bike shoes and share tips for finding the best shoe.
Camelbak's Palos is the first waist pack designed specifically for mountain biking, featuring MTB-specific storage, improved stability, and a comfortable wide belt.
Aaron talks about his 340-mile Florida bikepacking adventure, also known as the Huracan 300.
A proposed housing development near Corona, California threatens to close the historic "Troy Lee" trail and limit access to the intersecting Block Trail.
The Magicshine MJ-908 mountain bike light kit is designed for serious night riding, and the company makes some pretty big claims for this reasonably priced light set.
Mountain bikers in New Zealand discovered deliberately placed obstacles on popular trails, highlighting the ongoing problem of trail sabotage and rider safety concerns.
Beeline Bikes will offer free assembly and setup for bikes over $500 purchased on Amazon, potentially disrupting traditional bike shop sales.
Master stream crossings with momentum, smart line choice, and exit focus—avoid green rocks, scout rocky bottoms, and power up the far bank.
Today we talk about mountain bike helmets: the history of helmets in cycling, how helmets are constructed, and what mountain bikers should look for when purchasing a new helmet.
A Forest Service investigation reveals details of a fatal grizzly bear collision with a mountain biker and offers recommendations for riding in bear country.
Niner's updated JET 9 Alloy goes longer and slacker with 120mm rear travel, delivering impressive descending performance and climbing efficiency at a budget-friendly price.
Fox's new Proframe helmet promises to be one of the lightest, most breathable DH-certified full face helmets available, featuring integrated MIPS protection.
US Border Patrol agents are using mountain bikes to patrol rugged terrain along the southern border, with some units riding full-suspension trail bikes.
This is part two of a two-part podcast about my 29 Trails in 29 Days challenge.
While the "GPS always overestimates distances" camp is fairly vocal, there's an equally vocal camp that argues the opposite.
A proposed solution to gentrified bike trails in Atlanta, Georgia.
I challenged myself to ride 29 different mountain bike trails in 29 days, and this is how it all went down.
We took a red-hot knife to various mountain bike parts because the internet made us do it (and it's oddly satisfying).
We debate whether that's really true and speculate about what might be coming next.
With so many great GPS apps for smartphones available these days, many mountain bikers are asking themselves: “should I ditch my GPS unit and just use my smartphone on the trail?”
These are some of the most popular mountain bike trail segments, according to Strava.
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