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 8,000 trails and visited 21 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: 8,000+
- Number of countries visited: 21+
- Current stable: Pivot Switchblade V3, 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 SUGOI RSX Jersey excels in hot, dry desert climates with its cooling Icefil technology, but struggles in humid conditions where it becomes uncomfortably clingy.
Follow pro rider Brendan Fairclough through Euro Crankworx 2013's gnarly Air DH course, whip-off competition, and Les Deux Alpes riding—pepper spray included.
IMBA expands beyond Epic trails, announcing new model trail selections across four categories: ride centers, epics, flow trails, and gateway destinations worldwide.
SR Suntour invited us to shuttle Mag 7 and test their new Auron fork—possibly the smoothest, most supple fork we've ever ridden.
Kelly McGarry's first-person GoPro footage from his second-place Red Bull Rampage run captures the insanity better than any other angle.
NICA's Southern California league is launching a middle school pilot program, following Minnesota's lead in expanding youth mountain biking beyond high school.
This excellent video compilation captures all the best highlights from Red Bull Rampage 2013, perfectly summing up the weekend's most insane riding moments.
**Matt Jones throws down double backflips and massive slopestyle tricks at his hometown spots in this epic shred edit that'll blow your mind.**
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Kelly McGarry stomped an absolutely massive backflip over the 72-foot canyon gap at Red Bull Rampage, cementing his reputation for huge tricks.
Kyle Strait made history at Red Bull Rampage, becoming the only rider with multiple wins after nailing a perfect suicide no-hander.
Gooseberry Mesa offers challenging slickrock navigation, stunning desert views, and varied terrain that makes connecting the white dots an unforgettable riding experience.
Cam Zink landed the biggest backflip ever on a bicycle during his third-place run at Red Bull Rampage over a massive 70-foot step-down.
The Fatback Aluminum Deluxe with massive 4.8-inch tires turns loose dirt into packed singletrack and rails corners with phenomenal traction.
The Santa Cruz Bronson Carbon is a nimble 27.5-inch all-mountain ripper that carves corners like downhill skis and charges both climbs and descents.
Cam McCaul and a crew of top pros embark on an epic New Zealand road trip, hunting down singletrack, skateparks, and backcountry jumps.
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The Singletracks editorial team reveals their favorite mountain bike gear of 2013, from the carbon Salsa Beargrease to SRAM's game-changing XX1 drivetrain.
Tifosi offers 25 models of high-quality performance eyewear for mountain bikers at affordable $50-$100 price points, plus new bifocal readers for aging cyclists.
Thomson unveils titanium riser bar, stealth-routed dropper post, and surprisingly, a road bike dropper post for gravel grinders and rough European races.
Raleigh expands its 2014 mountain bike lineup with two new 27.5-inch models and lighter, updated Talus 29ers starting at just $550.
Felt's electric-assist fat bike stole the show at Interbike, while their 21-pound FRD 29er proves they're serious about lightweight race machines.
Niner pushes the 29er envelope with the 150mm-travel WFO 9, updates their singlespeed, and debuts their first gravel grinder.
French brand Lapierre brings their full 2014 mountain bike lineup to the US, featuring electronic suspension and models from XC to enduro.
Pivot's new Mach 6 Carbon enduro rig features 27.5" wheels, 155mm travel, and a bushing-free suspension linkage for maximum stiffness.
Redline debuts their first-ever full suspension mountain bike, the d880 29er, featuring an unusual 100mm front and 110mm rear travel configuration.
SUGOI improves their RSX shorts with mesh bibs and removable liner, while their new NeoShell jacket promises waterproof protection with unmatched breathability.
GoPro surprises with new Hero3+ Black Edition featuring 20% smaller size, 30% longer battery life, improved image quality, and faster wifi connectivity.
Georgia joins NICA as the 10th state league, bringing high school mountain bike racing to 3,000 student athletes nationwide starting fall 2014.
Hydrapak's new Bishop pack features an aluminum back panel, enhanced ventilation, accessible pockets, and addresses previous shortcomings with advanced features rivaling top competitors.
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Watch what happens when mountain bikers follow each other blindly off a sketchy drop—spoiler alert: nobody sticks the landing.
After discovering carbon last cracks during testing, Pearl Izumi redesigned their X-Project shoes from scratch—and they're finally available for purchase.
Trek World Racing's latest video episode follows their DH squad through challenging races in Andorra and Mont-Sainte-Anne amid injuries and rain.
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**Diamondback's 2014 lineup features upgraded Sortie models with improved suspension pivot points, increased tire clearance, and introduces two new full-suspension Mason 29ers.**
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"Watching crashes is entertaining until you're the one eating dirt—check out this compilation of mountain bike carnage and close calls."
Yeti ditches 26-inch wheels on the 575, introduces the new SB75, and upgrades "alloy" frames with carbon rear triangles at no extra cost.
Shimano's new carbon XTR tubular rims weigh just 280 grams each, potentially bringing road racing's lightweight wheel technology to cross-country mountain biking.
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Almost everyone has embraced 27.5-inch wheels, with some brands abandoning 26-inch altogether, while the naming debate and wheel-size-by-application sorting continues.
Bell showcased impressive new helmets at Outdoor Demo, featuring innovative over-brow ventilation technology and offerings from budget-friendly to premium full-face options.
E-mountain bikes were everywhere at Interbike, so before writing a hate piece, I tested the Kreidler Vitality Dice 29er with Bosch e-assist.
WTB's 2014 tire lineup includes the aggressive new Vigilante, plus the Bee Line, Nine Line, and mud-munching Warden for all conditions.
Horsethief Bench in Fruita offers challenging technical riding and stunning desert views, but heavy traffic has left this hyped trail somewhat overrated.
The Niner Jet 9 is fast enough to race and plush enough to play, with 100mm of supple travel and a lightweight build.
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Surly's first suspended bike merges aggressive all-mountain geometry with 26+ fat tires for a fun-loving hardtail that rails corners and climbs with mad traction.
The Singletracks crew heads to Interbike 2013 to bring you the latest coverage on 2014 mountain bikes and gear from the show floor.
Chris Akrigg brings trials-level skills to regular mountain bike trails, proving you don't need a specialized bike to ride with incredible style and creativity.
Whistler is mountain biking's ultimate pilgrimage site, drawing riders from around the globe to experience world-class trails and unmatched bike park terrain.
After 400 miles of big-mountain testing, the Diamondback Sortie 3 29er proves itself as the ultimate do-it-all trail bike for everyday riding.
SUGOI's RSX short bridges the gap between baggy and lycra with lightweight performance, BOA closure system, and all-day comfort for marathon mountain biking.
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