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
The Singletracks team discovered over a dozen weird and wonderful MTBs and components at Sea Otter 2025.
A conversion kit from Cascade Components will transform your Stumpjumper 15 into a high-pivot mountain bike for $1,995.
We've been living in the "golden age of trailbuilding" for some time now, and we discuss the latest developments.
Use the 20% off Backcountry coupon to pick up long-lasting "forever" bike gear that rarely goes on sale.
Most MTB stems are made from aluminum, but this bespoke offering from Starling uses steel to stand out from the crowd.
We want to know if you've ever broken a mountain bike frame, and if so, how it happened.
A prototype Fox inverted mountain bike fork was on display at Sea Otter, but the brand is tight-lipped on the specs. So we got out our tape measure.
A prototype gearbox from Praxis uses a patented hinged design that's compact and has the potential to be integrated with an e-bike motor.
The Stinner Tunnel hardtail mountain bike was previously available as a custom frame only; now it's available in four sizes, and buyers can choose steel or titanium.
The Robert Axle Project tire plug tool fits inside select 15mm front axles for quick trailside fixes.
The Teravail Drawpoint is a lightweight downcountry / short-travel trail bike tire that just might be tough enough.
The Specialized Turbo Levo 4 eMTB delivers an incredibly natural ride feel that makes tackling tech trails and steep climbs a joy.
The 2025 Niner ORE 9 RDO is an all-new, lightweight gravel bike designed for riding wherever you want to go.
The OPTIS tubeless MTB tire insert utilizes an inner air chamber that makes it tunable, independent of tire pressure.
The updated WTB Rocket mountain bike saddle is shorter with a new comfort tune and a hidden feature.
Complete mountain bikes from Santa Cruz, Orbea, Rocky Mountain, Ibis, Norco, and Marin are on sale during the Jenson USA Annual Bike Sale.
Sometimes, having the right tool doesn't just make the job go faster; it's a requirement.
Save $100 on select MTB shoes and helmets, plus check out the remaining bikes on sale while supplies last.
The San Francisco Bay chapter of the Sierra Club recently updated its stance on trail access for bicycles.
We tested 6 TPU inner tubes for mountain biking to see which ones could get us back to the car in a pinch.
Take an additional 30% off already discounted items and get free shipping on orders over $125.
The KOM Cycling Quick Release Bike Light maximizes handlebar real estate and boasts up to 1000 lumens of night riding brightness for two hours.
The Cane Creek eeWings titanium mountain bike crankset is said to be as lightweight as carbon but far more durable.
Paul Components shows that what's old is new and that it's hip to be square.
26ers are making a comeback, though not for long. Once the limited-edition Starling Dive enduro bikes are sold, they're gone.
Save up to 40% off popular outdoor gear including tools, electronics, and supplies at Amazon thru March 31.
Mountain bikers: Tell us about your relationship with running.
The Giant Pre rCarbon balance bike for kids is made with recycled materials and costs half as much as the competition.
The new Fox 36 SL mountain bike fork brings big stanchions to a shorter travel range.
Dirty Sixer recently announced a hardtail mountain bike with 32-inch wheels and we spoke with CEO David Folch to learn more about where big-wheel bikes might be headed.
The Crankbrothers Guardian mountain bike hand guards protect from scrapes with thorns, brush, and branches on the trail.
We found discounts on bikes from Yeti, Santa Cruz, Specialized, Trek, and Cannondale, including some of our favorites.
We want to know if you own a gearbox mountain bike, and if so, which one.
The Canyon Exceed hardtail mountain bike has been redesigned with a focus on features that make it better for everyday rides and bikepacking.
The Fox Twin Stick handlebar remote combines levers for your MTB dropper post and suspension lockout into one.
The Fox 34 SL mountain bike fork offers beefed up performance over the Step Cast without a big weight penalty.
The Continental Kryptotal mountain bike tire is now available in 20, 24, and 26" diameters with new soft-compound options, too.
For quality items that rarely go on sale, now is the time to maximize your savings with the 20% off REI Member coupon.
Most mountain bike jerseys, shorts, and socks are made with wool or synthetic materials as cotton has fallen out of favor.
Zinn Cycles recently started selling and speccing carbon, 32er wheelsets for gravel and mountain bikes.
The latest full-suspension mountain bikes from Esker, the Woodsy and Howdy, utilize the Orion suspension design and ditch carbon frames in favor of metal.
Trail builder Thomas Schoen talks about the draw of signature, destination trails and how mountain bike trail building is evolving.
The new Race Face Turbine SL mountain bike stem allows riders to experiment with a positive or negative rise to optimize comfort and performance.
In developing the BikeYoke Barmate handlebar, the brand came up with what they believe is a better way to measure and compare mountain bike handlebar and stem dimensions.
Save 25%+ off Fox Factory forks and 50%+ off powerful brakes, plus 30% off Hunt carbon MTB wheels.
No clearance is no problem if you're always on the pedals.
I tested the new Smith Forefront 3 mountain bike helmet and found it improves on an already popular half-shell design, with an upgraded fit system and additional ventilation.
Industry Nine Hydra2 hubs offer a whopping 870 points of engagement and a design that promises 60% less coasting drag and improved durability.
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