Greg began mountain biking in 2005, and since then, the pursuit of singletrack has taken him around the world. While Greg first started adding trail reviews to Singletracks in 2008, his career in mountain bike media officially began in 2010. He started writing for Singletracks in 2011 while simultaneously finishing his formal secondary education in writing and publication. Greg has the distinction of being the first employee that Singletracks ever hired, and he went on to serve for seven years, including five years in the Editor in Chief role. After a six-year hiatus, Greg is back at Singletracks, serving in the Managing Editor role.
While Greg has reviewed innumerable mountain bikes and products over the years, his true passion lies in writing about mountain bike trails and destinations. Greg has ridden over 10,000 trails and visited 22 countries (and counting). He recently spent four years traveling full-time, including two spent living in a camper van with his wife, Christine. In between epic trips, he now resides in Durango, Colorado.
Author snapshot
MTB Background and expertise
- Riding experience: Primarily trail and enduro, with experience including endurance XC, bikepacking, downhill, and gravel riding.
- Mountain biking since: 2005
- Number of trails ridden: 10,000+
- Number of countries visited: 22+
- Current stable: Pivot Switchblade V3, Pivot Trailcat SL, Pivot Vault, Scott Big Jon
Education and writing experience
- Bachelors of Arts, English: Writing and Publication, University of North Georgia
- Other publications: Strava, FATMAP, Dirt Rag Magazine, MTB Project, Hiking Project, GearJunkie, Outside 365
The Hydrapak Tamarack hits the sweet spot with 7 liters of storage and a 100oz reservoir, balancing ample capacity with comfortable, conforming design.
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**Based on personal experience riding trails worldwide, here are six epic routes that deserve consideration for a Top 10 Trails in America list.**
Kore's OCD 7050 aluminum riser bar and Repute stem deliver precise control and rock-solid performance for aggressive trail riding at an attractive price.
Los Angeles mountain biking operates in legal limbo where conflicting maps, missing signage, and disappearing trails create a Wild West riding experience.
Projekt Roam's latest video explores some of the Southwest's best lift-served bike parks in Arizona and New Mexico.
The Ryders Face sunglasses offer stylish looks with excellent sun and debris protection, though they're heavier than performance-oriented shades at 32 grams.
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"Laurel Mountain's ridgeline climb leads to Pilot Rock's relentless descent: four miles of steep, technical rock gardens guaranteeing serious arm pump in Pisgah backcountry."
Ever wonder where downhill racing's "Royal Family" trains when they're not dominating World Cup podiums? Their backyard playground will amaze you.
Foundry Cycles launched in 2011 and quickly made waves by crowd-sourcing their sponsored rider selection and producing ultra-lightweight carbon hardtails.
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**Revisiting trails 6-10 on the world's top-rated list, from Colorado's epic alpine descents to South Carolina's flowy FATS system.**
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From Cohutta 100 training to 650b evolution and epic Colorado bikepacking, we recap 2012's best posts including controversial trail debates and gear reviews.
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After riding all ten top-rated trails on Singletracks, the author reflects on which ones truly deserve their rankings and which are overrated.
Soquel Demonstration Forest offers the Bay Area's only legal downhill/freeride trails, with old-school features, natural jumps, and tacky black dirt descents.
Learn how to export your Strava ride data as GPX files and upload them to Singletracks to earn a free Pro Membership.
Ecyclingstore offers quality mountain bike jerseys and shorts at budget-friendly prices, with the standout Outlaw Bullet shorts delivering exceptional ventilation and durability.
The updated Airborne Goblin 29er v2.0 delivers stable, confident handling on technical terrain with premium components at an unbeatable $1,200 price point.
Liberty University's 50+ mile trail system features steep technical descents, wooden features, and a full-time trail boss constantly building new lines.
The updated Airborne Goblin 29er receives key upgrades including 100mm fork travel, tapered headtube, and bigger brakes, all for just $1,199.95.
Sam travels to Japan searching for the roots of a freeride movement and discovering a universal love of mountain biking that transcends borders.
Bent Creek, located outside of Asheville, NC, offers mountain bikers plenty of trails to explore.
"After testing countless GPS apps, I finally found the perfect mountain bike tracking tool with excellent data export and on-screen navigation."
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One smartphone replaces your phone, camera, GPS, and MP3 player, liberating mountain bikers from packing multiple expensive electronics on every ride.
The Pearl Izumi Octane SL II is a featherweight race shoe built for speed and power transfer, not all-day comfort or epic adventures.
Anthill Films' "Strength in Numbers" delivers stunning visuals and world-class riding—watch this incredible UCI World Cup segment to see why.
Irish downhill racer Colin shares his proven training tips to help you build strength, endurance, and skills for faster, more confident riding.
It has literally traveled to the other side of the country and back on my truck with very little complaint!
Anthill Films' "Strength in Numbers" delivers stunning cinematography and world-class riding—watch the free Whistler segment to experience the hype firsthand.
Kurt Sorge claims victory at Red Bull Rampage with Antoine Bizet and Logan Binggeli rounding out the podium in Utah's ultimate freeride spectacle.
Red Bull's Nine Knights brings massive castle-themed slopestyle jumps to the French Alps with helicopter filming and slow-motion freeride action that redefines dirt jumping.
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Rocky Mountain, Scott, Norco, and Intense showcase their 650b trail and all-mountain offerings at Interbike 2012, with impressive spec lists and geometry adjustments.
Big Bear local Scott Durkin teams up with filmmaker Tony L'Ambrose to create a professional-quality video showcasing Snow Summit's gnarly downhill trails.
Tom Ritchey built one of the first mountain bikes with 650b wheels in 1977, but the Soviet Union's tire purchases allegedly derailed the format for decades.
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The 650b/27.5" wheel size dominated Interbike 2012, with brands like Jamis and KHS leading the charge with updated hardtails, full-suspension rigs, and even a prototype DH bike.
Chris Akrigg returns from injury with "Through the Mill," showcasing his signature style of pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible on a mountain bike.
The Surly Krampus 29+ isn't a fat bike or race machine—it's a grin-inducing funland ride with 3-inch tires delivering unbeatable traction.
Diamondback's Knucklebox suspension shines on the trail-oriented Sortie 29er, while the Mission excels at aggressive all-mountain descending over cross-country climbing efficiency.
The KHS SixFifty 608 is a stunning carbon hardtail, but after testing 650b against 29ers, the bigger wheels still reign supreme for XC riding.
The Spot Honey Badger is a steel-framed 29er hardtail featuring improved compliance, aggressive geometry, and Gates Carbon Drive belt-drive option.
The Yeti SB-95 impressed me most at Outdoor Demo, excelling at both climbing and descending on Bootleg Canyon's technical terrain.
Singletracks heads to Interbike 2012 in Las Vegas to bring you live coverage of the latest mountain bike gear and 2013 product launches.
Anthill Films and Red Bull release another stunning segment from *Strength in Numbers*, this time showcasing BC's freeride trail builders and their incredible handiwork.
The Jamis Dakar SixFifty B Pro proved to be a versatile 27.5" trail shredder that climbs confidently and descends aggressively after overcoming early testing issues.
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After a quick taste at the expo, we ordered a full serving of the Jamis Dakar SixFifty B Pro for a proper long-term review.
El Corte de Madera offers miles of classic benchcut singletrack beneath towering redwoods, with steep ravines and plenty of challenging elevation gain south of San Francisco.
Marin County birthed mountain biking but now offers just two legal singletrack destinations: Camp Tamarancho and China Camp State Park.
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**After world-class riding in Tahoe and Downieville, the San Francisco East Bay's anti-bike stance and doubletrack-only trails proved a major disappointment.**
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Big Bear Lake offers mountain bikers affordable lodging at Cal-Pine Chalets, unique dining like Himalayan restaurant, and the legendary "Big Bear Triathlon" bar crawl.
After a day of gravity-fed downhill runs at Snow Summit, an epic 33-mile XC loop with local legend Gavin Burke showcases Big Bear's best cross-country singletrack.
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