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
We want to know if you've ever had a professional mountain bike fit, and if so, how it worked out.
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Endurance coach Ben Turits explains how proper warm-ups improve performance and reduce injury risk for all types of mountain bike riding, including DH laps at the bike park.
POC is proud to release the Barocon Carbon, a brand-new full-face helmet designed specifically for the speeds and needs of modern Downhill (DH) racing.
Specialized introduces Epic 9 Sport and Comp models, bringing race-ready carbon XC mountain bike performance with wireless shifting starting at $4,700.
Aaron Rogers of Rock Solid Trail Contracting discusses quality trail design, the evolution of machine-built versus hand-built trails, and balancing destination appeal with local needs.
Today is the last day for many of the best cycling deals of the summer including clothing, tools, bikes, and components.
We want to know if you share your mountain bike rides on social media: regularly, occasionally, passively, or not at all.
Just 60 miles from becoming the second woman to finish this year's Tour Divide, Alyssa Secreto was struck by a car, suffering severe injuries including fractured vertebrae and broken ribs.
The Drift ARC is a waterproof, leather mountain bike shoe that works with clipless or flat pedals and looks like a casual sneaker.
The Nordest Gimonde is a titanium 32er downcountry frame with a slack 66° head tube angle and bikepacking mounts, priced at €1,799.
Twin Six launches the Standard Ti 3x2, a titanium 32er frame designed for flat or drop bars, blurring the line between mountain and gravel bikes.
The 1UP USA Rack Stash is a wall-mounted hitch receiver that stores bike racks when not in use.
An event company has applied for a permit to return Red Bull Rampage to its original Virgin, Utah site for the 25th anniversary of the iconic freeride mountain bike competition.
Save on mountain bikes from Orange, Scott, Specialized and Niner ahead of July 4th. Plus, check out these excellent accessory and component discounts from our favorite online retailers.
Niner bikes are now available at 40% off through Jenson USA as the brand's parent company has paused operations indefinitely.
We want to know if you hit the trail running, or if you spend time warming up before a mountain bike ride.
Meaghan Hackinen broke her own Tour Divide record, finishing in under 15 days and beating the women's ITT marker by over half a day.
Meta automatically enrolled REI in an AI ad program that generated a nonsensical gravel bike image, prompting the retailer to remove the ad after consumer backlash.
Former racer and bike coach Ben Turits shares his ongoing recovery from Central Cord Syndrome after a serious mountain bike crash.
French rider Victor Bosoni sets new Tour Divide record, completing the 2,700-mile route in under 12 days on a rigid drop-bar mountain bike.
Amazon Prime Day delivers massive discounts on mountain bike gear, outdoor equipment, and electronics with deals running through the week for Prime members.
Industry veteran Rick Vosper discusses bike pricing, market trends, e-bike growth, the local bike shop landscape, and opportunities for brands in the post-COVID era.
Following another sellout this month, two additional colorways of the Lems Trail Thrasher mountain bike shoe are in stock again. Save 15% with our exclusive coupon code.
The Canyon Lux Era concept XC race bike features 32-inch wheels, ab inverted fork, aerodynamic design elements, and a dual-position bi-plane handlebar system.
No mountain bike build is ever perfect. We want to know which stock part is generally the first to go when you buy a new bike.
Despite the buzz around 32-inch wheels, no one has raced one at the World Cup until today. Not only that, a 32er made the podium.
Shimano updates XT mechanical drivetrain with a wedge-shaped derailleur design, revised shifter ergonomics, and refreshed pedal platforms. Along with the changes, weights and prices have generally increased across the lineup.
The Crankbrothers Mallet Trail Speed Lace Vent clipless pedal bike shoes feature extensive mesh ventilation and a light colorway to keep feet cool during hot summer rides.
Save on Santa Cruz e-bikes and get a free Bosch PowerMore Range Extender with select models.
We want to know if you chose your current home base with mountain bike trail access in mind.
Managing Editor Greg Heil departs Singletracks after two years to travel the world full-time, starting with bikepacking the Colorado Trail.
A class-action lawsuit seeks refunds of tariff surcharges collected by Specialized after the US Supreme Court ruled the underlying tariffs were illegal.
Travis Reill, a Singletracks freelance contributor since 2023, joins the team full-time as staff writer from his home in Bend, Oregon.
Scott updates the Spark RC cross-country race bike with flex-stay suspension and innovative frame design features we haven't seen before.
Garmin introduces Bosch data integration for more accurate e-bike ride metrics along with improved gear tracking for all bikes.
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The popular Lems Trail Thrasher mountain bike shoe is back in stock after selling out quickly following its November launch.
A class-action lawsuit alleges the Garmin Index S2 Smart Scale uses foot-to-foot bioelectrical impedance technology that cannot accurately measure body composition as advertised.
The third-generation Canfield Tilt is a robust aluminum trail bike, featuring CBF suspension and adjustable UDH dropouts for versatile performance.
Cotic Bikes founder Cy Turner discusses modern steel bike design, mixed-wheel advantages, and why the brand decided not to build more bikes out of titanium.
This Muc-Off clearance sale features massive discounts on top-rated bike accessories, including an $11 bar-end tire plug tool and full frame protection kits for only $20.
Mountain bike trail grand openings give riders the opportunity to ride fresh dirt and to celebrate all the hard work that goes into creating a new trail.
Crank the Shield is a three-day stage race in Northern Ontario that's not to be missed. Combining challenging terrain with a fun community atmosphere, it's an experience you won't forget.
Tell us how much rear suspension travel your biggest mountain bike has, and what you use it for.
Sage reveals its first full-suspension titanium mountain bike, hand built in the USA.
The new Wolf Tooth Locked-in Bar Ends aim to reduce arm pump for DH riders and protect hands, and are designed to work with most standard grips.
Ten-time World Champion Nino Schurter will race BC Bike Race for the first time, facing multiple previous winners in the challenging seven-day stage race.
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