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 new Smith Payroll mountain bike helmet is e-bike certified, open-faced, and ready for enduro rides and races too.
1 week ago
Westerners flock to Japan every winter for epic skiing and snowboarding. Can a push for more mountain bike trails bring tourists too?
2 weeks ago
The Fizik Vento Ferox Carbon bike shoe has a BOA Li2 lace system, plus a velcro Powerstrap for ultimate fit and security.
2 weeks ago
Cannondale increases the travel on the Scalpel cross-country bike and it is as race-ready as ever.
3 weeks ago
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.
3 weeks ago
The State Line trail dividing Montana and Idaho will restore access to mountain bikers this spring, making backcountry rides and bikepacking possible again.
on Mar 21, 2024
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.
on Mar 19, 2024
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.
on Mar 12, 2024
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.
on Mar 12, 2024
The Outdoor Research Freewheel mountain bike hip pack is packed with well thought-out features and is stable on the trail.
on Mar 9, 2024
Mountain biking is great for fitness. But it shouldn't be our only modality.
on Mar 8, 2024
The latest Rocky Mountain Instinct trail bike is out today. We got out on a ride before the release and have the full details here.
on Mar 6, 2024
The brand formerly known as Fezzari will be known as Ari. They've got a brand new lightweight e-bike too.
on Mar 5, 2024
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.
on Feb 29, 2024
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.
on Feb 27, 2024
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?
on Feb 26, 2024
Tell us what your go-to snack is for mountain bike trail rides.
on Feb 25, 2024
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.
on Feb 23, 2024
The SRAM Maven is the newest, most powerful mountain bike brake the brand has ever made.
on Feb 22, 2024
The Wheel Mill indoor bike park in Pittsburgh announces a probable closure in March due to economic pressures.
on Feb 22, 2024
You're a strong, fit mountain biker. So why does running still hurt so much? We ask an exercise physiologist.
on Feb 21, 2024
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.
on Feb 19, 2024
The Privateer 141 and 161 trail and enduro mountain bikes enter the next generation.
on Feb 16, 2024
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.
on Feb 15, 2024
The Aleck Punks are bluetooth headphones that attach to your bike helmet strap. They're made to let riders jam, without blocking ambient noise.
on Feb 10, 2024