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
In case you hadn't heard, Patagonia entered the mountain bike apparel market late last year, and their spring collection is starting to hit retailers as we speak.
If you're looking to give singlespeed mountain biking a try, listen in for tips and bike recommendations.
In this episode we offer some ideas for getting your ride dialed after wintertime neglect, ready to roll for summer!
University of Zurich researchers developed AI drone software that can autonomously identify and follow trails, opening possibilities for mapping, maintenance, guiding, and ratings.
Mountain bikers in Nanaimo, BC discovered dangerous trail sabotage including neck-level wires and wooden stakes, prompting a police investigation.
Singletracks unveils a fresh new logo after 10 years, plus we're giving away free swag to readers who upload trail photos in March.
We recently named Moab, UT as the mountain bike capital of the USA and today we talk about some of our favorite trails in the area plus share our tips for planning a trip to this must-ride destination.
Troy Lee Designs updates their D3 full face helmet with improved fit, extended sizing, and enhanced front protection, plus bold new graphics inspired by nature.
In this episode we talk about why racing is important to the sport of mountain biking and explain some of the more popular MTB race formats.
In this episode we discuss recent mountain bike industry news involving a number of brands, including Giant, Chain Reaction, SRAM, Shimano, Specialized, and Stan's.
A review of the Feedback Sports Pro-Elite bicycle work stand.
We share our favorite mountain bike and gravel handlebars tested and share tips for choosing the best bars for your bike.
Singletracks founder shares the origin story from the late 1990s and discusses exciting plans for the site's future in 2016 and beyond.
The BULLS Wild Edge 29 is a German-engineered XC race bike featuring RockShox RS-1 fork, carbon frame, and impressive direct-to-consumer value.
Five mountain bikers blind-tasted 13 IPAs to find the best post-ride brew, with Sierra Nevada Tropical IPA taking top honors over Lagunitas.
How much suspension travel do you really need, and how does it affect your bike's geometry and performance on the trail?
I set out to determine just how much added rolling resistance low tire pressures produce, and to try to find the sweet spot where both rolling resistance and traction are optimized.
This week we discuss the mechanical doping scandal, Santa Cruz's new Hightower 29er/27.5+ bike, and the Fat Bike World Championship in Crested Butte.
What's your favorite mountain bike trail in the Philippines?
Aaron and Jeff discuss indoor bike parks, welcome the newest Singletracks Community board member, and share their favorite mountain bike videos from the week.
Former IMBA board president John Bliss joins Sustainable Trails Coalition's board as the group prepares to introduce legislation addressing the bicycle ban in wilderness areas.
Wolf Tooth's USA-made narrow-wide chainring delivered flawless chain retention on a 9-speed hardtail, even when ignoring the manufacturer's optimization recommendations.
Exploring the deep connection between mountain biking and craft beer culture, plus why riders can't seem to get enough of IPAs and Pale Ales.
Marines confiscated 45+ mountain bikes from riders who allegedly strayed from Sycamore Canyon trails onto military property, facing $500 fines to reclaim them.
Winter riding is easier than you think—we share tips for staying warm using gear you already own, plus groomed fat bike trail stoke.
We discuss preventable trail damage pet peeves, how to determine if trails are too wet to ride, and decode the dirt sprays in MTB videos.
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Escape winter's grip at these six southern mountain bike destinations where warm temps and snow-free trails await cold-weary riders.
Plan your 2016 mountain bike adventures with tips on handling rainy rides, dirt-bag travel strategies, and taking epic trips on a gas-money budget.
Fat bike races have exploded from just 5% to 42% of winter events, with 52 races across 17 states proving fat biking is here to stay.
Building endurance is the first step to epic mountain bike adventures—we discuss training methods, challenges, and how far you'll push yourself this year.
Cold feet can ruin a winter ride, but these eight tips—from layering socks to winter-specific shoes—will keep your toes warm all day long.
The Singletracks crew shares their personal mountain biking goals for 2016 and previews what's coming next year for the site.
Who's buying $10,000+ mountain bikes, what do they mean for the industry, and what's it like to ride these knobby-tired unicorns?
The Singletracks crew reviews 2015's top mountain bike stories, from plus-size bikes to quirky gear reviews and must-ride destinations.
Are fat bikes the biggest mountain bike innovation since full suspension, or just a passing trend? We discuss misconceptions and future predictions.
Sustainable Trails Coalition founders discuss opposition to mountain bikes in wilderness areas and what happens if their legislation to lift the ban fails.
The Sustainable Trails Coalition discusses their strategy to lobby for mountain bike access in US Wilderness areas and why the timing is right.
Red Bull's free Bike Unchained mobile game features pro riders, real trails like Whistler's A-line, and enduro, downhill, and slopestyle competition modes.
Should you buy your next mountain bike online? We discuss test riding strategies, direct delivery assembly, custom builds, and crowdfunding risks.
Back in February, Singletracks moved down the road into a larger space, which has been great--not only do we have space for more desks, we finally found a space for bike storage…
Southern Wheelworks' Dustin explains Boost 148 advantages, evolving hub standards, pro wheel-building techniques, and tips for saving weight and money on custom builds.
After years of ignored balance bikes, a 6-year-old taught herself to ride in one try, offering her mountain-biking parents unexpected lessons in parenting.
The crew discusses mountain biking into old age, Greg's Santa Cruz Bronson review, plus this week's gears and spokes.
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**At least 29 major mountain bike brands are now selling bikes online, marking a quiet revolution in an industry that long resisted e-commerce.**
So many bike brands available for purchase online nowadays including Santa Cruz, Niner, Pivot, Devinci and more.
Mountain bikers have a love-hate relationship with flow trails, but are they really just for beginners, or do all riders secretly love them?
We talk fat bike design, adventure biking, and steel vs. carbon frame geometry with Vince from Chumba USA in this episode.
We discuss the murky world of unauthorized "gray area" mountain bike trails, including the ethical dilemmas around building and riding illegal singletrack.
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