Matt lives in the Front Range of Colorado and started working at Singletracks as a staff writer in 2018. He served in the Marines and has a journalism degree from MSU-Denver. Since joining Singletracks, he’s covered every corner of mountain biking, from racing, to tech development, and trail building efforts in remote corners of Central and South America.
Though he writes about all aspects of mountain biking, he's used his journalism education to excel as a reporter covering trail access issues and the intersection with wildlife, and population growth, and competing recreational interests. Still, he loves writing about a $30 camp stove or must-have piece of gear that elevates the outdoor experience. Want to talk MTB news? Send him an email.
Author snapshot
MTB Background and expertise
- Riding experience: Primarily trail, with occasional dabbling in XC and enduro racing and bikepacking
- Mountain biking since: 2012
- Number of products reviewed: Too many count—I started reviewing MTB and outdoor products full time in 2018.
- Current stable: Canfield Lithium, Ibis Ripley AF, Obed Boundary
Education and writing experience
- Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, University of Colorado, Denver
- Bachelor Arts, Journalism, Metropolitan State University of Denver
- Other publications: Colorado Community Newspapers, VeloNews, The News Station, 5280 Magazine, Eskapee, GearJunkie
The Cannondale Habit trail bike features 140/130mm of front/rear suspension travel and boasts a simple yet refined design.
An area known for pro-level renegade trails in Idaho Springs, Colorado, has been re-built from the ground up as a sanctioned network of blue to double black trails, with a gondola on the way.
The MRP Ribbon LT Coil mountain bike fork brings off-the-top sensitivity and full-stroke support to all-mountain and enduro bikes.
The TRP EVO 12 is a complete 12-speed mechanical drivetrain that features distinct tech like the Hall Lock that buyers won't get from Shimano and SRAM.
The new Smith Payroll mountain bike helmet is e-bike certified, open-faced, and ready for enduro rides and races too.
Westerners flock to Japan every winter for epic skiing and snowboarding. Can a push for more mountain bike trails bring tourists too?
The Fizik Vento Ferox Carbon bike shoe has a BOA Li2 lace system, plus a velcro Powerstrap for ultimate fit and security.
Cannondale increases the travel on the Scalpel cross-country bike and it is as race-ready as ever.
Mountain bike trail builders have been busy on the Western Slope of Colorado in the rural town of Rifle with a new 18-mile trail network.
The State Line trail dividing Montana and Idaho will restore access to mountain bikers this spring, making backcountry rides and bikepacking possible again.
The 2024 Norco Optic 125mm trail bike gets a high pivot and idler pulley from its big siblings and makes a case for the suspension system on shorter-travel bikes.
The Specialized Epic and Epic EVO XC and light-duty trail bikes were just updated. Here's everything you need to know about the changes.
We rode the all-new Norco Sight on some of Sedona's best trails for a day. Here's what to expect from the new high-pivot bike in its mixed-wheel form.
The Outdoor Research Freewheel mountain bike hip pack is packed with well thought-out features and is stable on the trail.
Mountain biking is great for fitness. But it shouldn't be our only modality.
The latest Rocky Mountain Instinct trail bike is a versatile, do-everything bike and technical trail smashers will love it most.
The brand formerly known as Fezzari will be known as Ari. They've got a brand new lightweight e-bike too.
Once an employee village for the world's largest blanket manufacturer, Beacon Village near Asheville, NC will transform into a bike park surrounded by new businesses.
Almost three-quarters of a million dollars will go to these 11 projects across the U.S. this year to build, rehab, and improve trails around watersheds.
Tire inserts might still be a useful tool for some, but why spend thousands of dollars on mountain bike wheels only to change their handling?
Tell us what your go-to snack is for mountain bike trail rides.
We try out the new Vivo F3 shifter. At $300 it's not for everyone, but it may be perfect for the boutique bike nerd.
The SRAM Maven is the newest, most powerful mountain bike brake the brand has ever made.
The Wheel Mill indoor bike park in Pittsburgh announces a probable closure in March due to economic pressures.
You're a strong, fit mountain biker. So why does running still hurt so much? We ask an exercise physiologist.
The City of Eagle has found a way to solve two problems: Build a sustainable mountain bike trail and keep concrete waste out of the dump.
The Privateer 141 and 161 trail and enduro mountain bikes enter the next generation.
The oft-cited N+1 equation to calculate the right amount of bikes to own might sound like a dream, but it's not without its faults in reality.
The Aleck Punks are bluetooth headphones that attach to your bike helmet strap. They're made to let riders jam, without blocking ambient noise.
Sam Maddaus lost his lower leg in a motorcycle wreck. After hiking the PCT, he's bikepacking from Alaska to Argentina.
The Ornot handlebar bag is a stable cargo bag made for packing snacks, layers, and gear on your handlebars.
We want to know if you're running a 1x or 2x drivetrain on your drop bar bike.
Mountain bike trail advocates in Steamboat Springs, Colorado have faced an uphill battle for close to ten years over their Mad Rabbit trails project.
The Easton EC90 AX gravel wheels are made for anything, but bikepackers and adventurers will especially love them.
What are your goals for mountain biking in 2024?
The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT sleeping pad, paired with the Hyperion sleeping bag, deliver a warm haven at night and light packability to move during the day.
Even those who ride downhill regularly may not own a dedicated DH bike as today's enduro bikes are nearly as capable.
The Rapha Explore down jacket is expensive, but has an exceptional fit and warmth for almost any activity in the winter.
Try this maintenance check on your mountain bike the next time you're heading out on a ride. It only takes a second.
Long-time mountain bike journalist Zapata Espinoza was laid off after the publisher of Hi-Torque slashed two magazines. He isn't done yet.
Mountain biking shouldn't be hard to get into. But some of the most cherished experiences are held for those willing to go the extra mile.
Mountain biking in the winter can be tough, especially if you live where it snows and don't have access to groomed fat bike trails.
Where, outside of your home country, have you mountain biked before?
The mountain biking season is close to an end, for better or worse. Matt looks back on his relationship with mountain bike moderation and balancing his obsession over the years.
More bad news confirms the demise of Guerrilla Gravity, the Colorado-based mountain bike brand.
Greg Minaar is moving on from the Santa Cruz Syndicate after 16 years of downhill racing.
The BOLT Act is back in Congress, this time rolled into the greater EXPLORE Act. Here's how to support long distance trails.
We put Topeak bar and saddle bags to the test on a two day bikepacking trip to see how they handle weight and distance.
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