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
Take a guess at what the land in Bentonville's Slaughter Pen network was used for before bikes.
Can one of the best pieces of camping gear also be one of the simplest and least expensive? The Luggable Loo says yes.
Ever wonder why long grinds uphill in the mountains forge strong friendships? Matt dives into the research and history around shared pain and the bonds it forms.
Injuries can and do happen on the trail. Do you carry a first aid kit on your rides and if so, what's in it?
SQlab's latest saddle uses an elastomer for lateral flexing and increased rider comfort.
The USWE Hajker Pro 30 is a big pack meant for riders that are serious about pedaling in all four seasons.
Yes, fat biking is an option in the winter. But can it ever compare to mountain biking the rest of the year?
What happens when you equip a "budget" bike frame with a top notch parts kit? We found out with the Ibis Ripley AF.
Need an aggressive tire for underbiking on the gravel bike? The Specialized Rhombus Pro is one of the knobbiest gravel tires we've tried yet.
Rollins Pass is a high elevation mountain in Colorado that can be ridden as part of a route from Denver. We tried Specialized and Fjallraven's latest bikepacking gear on the chunky pass.
An equestrian-backed bill in Michigan is alarming mountain bike advocates who say two-wheeled access is on the line.
Looking at all the new and updated mountain bikes this year, these four trends stand out.
The Allied BC40 is a short travel 29er that's made for long distance singletrack rides and setting personal FKTs. We tested the bike on its home trails in Arkansas.
We've tried at least half a dozen different mountain bike frame protection products, and these are the highlights.
The Sea to Summit X-Pot is lightweight and packable cookware that elevates outdoor dining.
The Pivot Shuttle SL is one of the latest in a crop of lightweight electric mountain bikes, offering 132mm of rear travel and builds that weigh as little as 36.25lb.
We tested two enduro 29ers this summer that look similar on paper, but feel very different on the trail. Here's how the Fezzari La Sal Peak and Santa Cruz Megatower compare.
A campaign is underway to show that mountain bikers "are by and large people who love the lands, love the trails, want to be responsible, and want to respect private land."
Jibe Cycleworks is a new mountain bike brand that's focused on delivering competitive bikes to high school athletes.
We tested three Lifestraw filter systems while biking in South American and overlanding out west this summer.
The Ibis Ripmo and Ripley are getting a slight refresh and a new look, but before you go selling off your current Ibis frames for the latest and greatest, hold on a second.
The Fezzari La Sal Peak is a 170mm mountain bike with modern enduro geometry and builds that offer a ton of value.
The Hope Tech 4 E4 mountain bike brakes are a premium set featuring four pistons and loads of stopping power.
After The Summit at Snoqualmie's bike park shuttered in 2002, it reopened in late August with seven trails and a new vision for the park: one that riders of all skill levels can enjoy.
For the latest generation of the Tallboy, it's clear that the updates Santa Cruz wanted to make aren't primarily in the geometry but rather in frame features and suspension feel.
High alpine trail rides are necessarily remote and difficult to access. Here are a few that dedicated riders can find a bit closer to home.
There are benefits to riding in a group, and also riding alone. We want to know which one you're favoring at the moment.
The Giro Insurgent full face mountain bike helmet breathes well, though it's not as lightweight as some competitors.
The Vorsprung Secus is a mountain bike fork air spring upgrade that allows an air fork to ride more like a coil fork.
Cedric Eveleigh's idea came to him in the middle of a fat bike ride: separate the derailleur and its functions while keeping it protected in the frame.
The Pivot Shuttle LT is a long-travel electric mountain bike that features a big battery and a Shimano EP8 drive system.
The Hope Union TC clipless mountain bike pedals may look like SPDs but their proprietary cleat and retention mechanism offers a distinctly positive ride feel.
The newest Santa Cruz Megatower enduro bike is slightly longer and slacker, and picks up speed quickly on the descents.
Bash guards protect both chain and chainring, but they also add a bit of weight and cost to any bike build.
Some professional downhill mountain bikers are calling for a riders' union to address course and track safety concerns.
The Ride Concepts Hellion Clip shoes are a great all-around trail choice that can be used on almost every type of ride.
Ride these three up and coming, under the radar US mountain bike destinations before they completely blow up.
The Inflation Reduction Act was passed this week. It may just improve mountain bike access around the country.
The Kuat Piston Pro X is a premium, no-touch bike rack that looks good, is feature-rich, and is well constructed. Not surprisingly, it's also pricey.
The UCI Mountain Bike World Cup returns to West Virginia next year and for the first time, the Enduro World Series shares a calendar with XC and downhill.
The Leatt 6.0 Clip V22 is the brand's latest take on an efficiency-minded, lightweight trail shoe which comes with a stiff sole and an Atop dial and a sleek look.
City officials and local mountain bike advocates are trying to find a path forward after a study reveals 60 miles of unsanctioned trails in a single park.
Ride Workshop is leading singletrack bike tours on Emerald Mountain in Steamboat Springs with a focus on stewardship and sustainability.
The Evil Epocalypse electric mountain bike features 170/166mm of travel front and rear, and a big battery for shuttling lap after lap.
The Pivot Shuttle SL is meant to bridge a gap between analog bikes and e-bikes, with the nimble characteristics of a mountain bike plus the extra power of an e-bike, according to the brand.
Carbon fiber construction makes it possible to tune a bike frame for stiffness and compliance in all the right places. We visited Alchemy to learn how and why it works.
You may not know what a grade reversal is, but you've likely ridden across hundreds of them. Find out why they're such an important part of trail building.
You've probably felt some arm pump by this point in the season, and we want to know how you deal with it.
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