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
Trail database views jumped 70% in 2014, with redesigned pages featuring open edits, trail conditions, geo-tagged photos, and Instagram integration for mountain bikers.
Custom 29er wheels featuring Atomik carbon rims and Profile Racing hubs offer bombproof durability and lightning-fast engagement for aggressive enduro riders.
The Magellan Cyclo 505 GPS features OpenStreetMap basemaps, wireless connectivity, and a touchscreen interface that makes it ideal for both trail and road cycling.
Martyn Ashton and Sam Pilgrim shred San Diego bike parks on road bikes in the latest installment of their viral Road Bike Party series.
Professional freeriders Geoff Gulevich, Wade Simmons, and Brett Tippie shred fresh powder on Rocky Mountain Blizzard fat bikes in British Columbia's Coastal Mountains.
Hans Rey's Wheels 4 Life has delivered over 6,600 bikes to developing countries since 2005, providing vital transportation through locally-sourced, durable bicycles.
Trips for Kids uses mountain biking to help at-risk youth worldwide through ride programs and Earn-a-Bike initiatives that build confidence and skills.
Mountain bike ski conversions have been around for years, but this new snowboard attachment lets riders keep their front wheel on for questionable winter shredding.
The Forest Service is revising land management plans for Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests, which could restrict mountain bike access to popular trails.
The Garmin VIRB Elite combines a high-quality action camera with full GPS functionality, smart recording modes, and a color screen for $399.
The Oasis Valley Recreation Enhancement Project centered around the desert town of Beatty, Nevada, includes long-term plans for up to 500 miles of trails.
**Publisher's apology for controversial humor article that crossed the line, with commitment to better editorial review process before publishing potentially offensive content.**
After a year of testing the NiteRider Pro 2200 Race through 50+ night rides, this 2200-lumen light proves durable, versatile, and ridiculously bright.
The Fontus is a solar-powered device that condenses humidity from the air to fill your water bottle while you ride.
The hows and whys of mountain biking at night.
NiteRider celebrated their 25th anniversary by hosting the Singletracks member with the most night riding check-ins for a weekend of riding in San Diego.
Six "uncool" bike parts that are actually useful, from pie plates and reflectors to kickstands and bells—why we should reconsider ditching them.
The Garmin Fenix 2 is a feature-packed GPS watch perfect for mountain biking, with navigation tools, smartphone connectivity, and impressive multi-sport capabilities.
We compared the elevation accuracy of dedicated Garmin GPS devices to smartphone apps to see which is better at plotting climbs.
Are GPS units more accurate than smartphone apps for recording bike distances and elevations? We test to find out.
FSA's debut Afterburner hydraulic brakes impress with linear modulation, solid stopping power, and easy installation at $199 per wheel.
Lindarets created a "Rocks Belong" t-shirt protesting trail sanitization that proved so popular at Interbike, they're now selling it online.
The Motobecane NightTrain Bullet fat bike proved surprisingly capable on technical Atlanta trails, transforming gnarly terrain into rideable lines with massive traction and confidence.
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From helmets with removable chin bars to hydration packs with built-in back protection, here's our favorite enduro gear from Interbike.
Singletracks offers free, customizable trail widgets and tools that bike shops, clubs, and tourism sites can easily embed to showcase local trails and conditions.
From electronic shifting and suspension to smartphone mounts and GPS units, we spied the latest high-tech mountain bike gadgets at Interbike.
Plus-sized mountain bikes with 3" tires offer extra traction and cushioning without full fat bike bulk, as seen at Interbike.
Win a $6,799 Marin Mount Vision while supporting efforts to open more singletrack trails in mountain biking's birthplace, Marin County.
The RockShox Bluto transforms fat bikes from winter-only rigs into year-round shredders with 120mm of smooth, predictable suspension that actually works.
Kind Shock expands their popular Lev dropper post lineup with a new 65mm travel option, plus introduces carbon Ether bars and stems.
From solid tire inserts to laterally-moving pedals and gearbox drivetrains, Interbike's "Lab" section showcased unusual MTB innovations that challenge conventional bike technology.
Mountain bike tires are getting wider and tubeless-ready, and Maxxis is leading the charge with new XC, freeride, 29+, and fat bike options.
GPS units from Garmin and Magellan are getting smarter with features like automatic route generation, segment tracking, and smartphone connectivity to compete with phones.
Thomson expands beyond static components with new dropper post travel options, singlespeed Crate Motor cranks, and elegant Lynsky-built titanium hardtail frames.
The Pivot Mach 6 Carbon's lightweight frame, supple DW-link suspension, and impressive climbing ability make it the best trail bike we've tested this year.
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The official Interbike Award winners are in, with the Intense Tracer T-275 taking Mountain Bike of the Year honors.
Niner's BSB 9 RDO cyclocross bike and ROS 9+ fat bike stay true to 29-inch wheels with high-end touches we expect.
Rocky Mountain's Thunderbolt and Element offer playful, aggressive handling across XC and trail categories, maintaining the brand's signature agile ride characteristics.
The Austin-based Chumba Ursa is a steel 29+ bikepacking rig built to tackle long distances over unpredictable terrain with bombproof reliability.
The Felt Virtue Nine is a lightweight carbon 29er with 130mm travel that climbs like an XC racer yet descends with confidence.
Shimano's XTR Di2 electronic shifting delivers precise, easy-to-adjust gear changes, but requires adaptation to reduced tactile feedback and servo sounds.
The Salsa Bucksaw is a full-suspension fat bike that transforms the category from snow-specific novelty into a serious year-round trail ripper.
Fat bikes aren't just for snow: their wide, stable tires make them surprisingly capable year-round rigs that smooth out technical terrain and open up off-trail exploring.
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"Mountain biking from Lake Louise to Ross Lake offers scenic, technical singletrack and stunning glacial views in Banff National Park."
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Everything you need to plan an epic mountain bike trip to Banff, from trail-side lodging and bike rentals to post-ride brews and burgers.
Banff National Park features purpose-built technical trails like Topp Notch, proving world-class mountain biking and stunning scenery can coexist in protected wilderness areas.
IMBA's Epic trail retirements to Hall of Fame status in 2013 have sparked confusion, but trails can be reconsidered and reinstated based on updated criteria.
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