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
When 5 inches of snow shut down Atlanta, icy roads became the real challenge in reaching Ira B. Melton's sandy trails for ride two.
The 34-mile Snake Creek Gap Time Trial tackles Georgia's Pinhoti Trail with cold temps, stream crossings, and rocky ridgeline singletrack that's challenging yet rideable.
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"Helmet cameras are more affordable and better than ever, but which features matter most for mountain biking? Here's what to consider before buying."
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CES brings Bluetooth helmet cams with smartphone previews, ANT+ iPhone connectivity, and Garmin navigation apps—plus a vision for data-driven custom mountain bikes.
SUNRingle's Black Flag Expert wheelset delivers stiff, durable performance with integrated Stan's tubeless technology and multiple through-axle options for serious XC and trail riding.
Behold, the high tech mountain bikes of 1995.
We're revisiting 2010's most popular posts, from epic hut-to-hut adventures and drool-worthy bike builds to bike park reviews and trail advocacy insights.
Today's mainstream mountain bike trends like carbon components, 29ers, and wide bars seemed revolutionary just five years ago—what will seem normal in 2015?
GPS Tuner offers a clean, Garmin-like interface with customizable trip computers and solid mapping features, making it the best iPhone GPS app for mountain biking.
UCI introduces penalty cards for 4X racing and creates new Marathon Series with specific distance requirements, effective January 1, 2011.
Teva is jumping into the mountain bike shoe market with the Links, a freeride shoe featuring sticky Spider365 rubber and water-resistant coating.
One rider challenges himself to beat winter laziness by riding 29 different trails in 29 days on a 29er across the Southeast.
The 2010 Diamondback Sortie Black features 5-inches of travel, Knuckle Box suspension technology, and weapons-grade aluminum construction for serious trail performance.
From Ikea employee bikes to Scottish trail hub drama, Formula One injuries, and Australian parking disputes, December's global mountain bike news roundup.
Manitou's 2011 Circus DJ forks feature new casting and crown design with reduced pricing, plus the company is seeking dirt jump sponsorship applicants.
British company Planet X acquires Titus Bikes at auction after creditor foreclosure, just as the mountain bike industry shows strong signs of recovery.
Three riders explore a challenging 17-mile section of Georgia's Pinhoti Trail, braving 38-degree temps and multiple creek crossings for rewarding singletrack.
Win a Diamondback Sortie Black frame by submitting gear reviews, plus mystery prizes for wishlist entries in our final 2010 contest ending December 24.
The Manitou Minute 29er fork delivers lightweight XC efficiency with all-mountain durability, featuring adjustable damping, through-axle stiffness, and confidence-inspiring performance on aggressive terrain.
Eighty downhill racers will battle 800 feet down a New Zealand gold mine with slopes up to 70 degrees at Red Bull Rock Drop.
The grueling La Ruta de Conquistadores stage race across Costa Rica is underway, with new rules eliminating outside support to level the playing field.
Giant recalls 370 2011 Anthem X 29er full-suspension mountain bikes due to potential frame cracks at seat post junction; no injuries reported.
A jet-powered mountain bike sounds badass but delivers disappointing speed, though the rider nearly burns himself mounting through the exhaust.
Lance Armstrong dropped out of his own Mellow Johnny's 6-Hour Classic mountain bike race after four laps due to a knee injury.
Garmin Training Center's latest Mac update brings GPX import, ride-by-ride comparisons, and a polished interface for mountain bike training analysis.
Ray's Indoor Milwaukee grand opening delayed this weekend due to city permitting issues including occupancy, electrical, fire suppression, and a failed elevator inspection.
Fall riding brings fast trails and stunning colors, but watch for hunters, slippery leaf litter, obscured obstacles, and unpredictable weather conditions.
A mountain biker's serious crash near Bend, Oregon was answered by a fortunate rescue from a passing Search and Rescue team member.
Modern mountain bikes with tight triangles, through axles, and disc brakes require updated transport solutions—here's how Yakima solves these compatibility challenges.
IMBA's 2010 Epic trail list features six diverse destinations from Oregon's freeride features to Texas desert loops and Maryland's ambitious park connector.
Ray's Indoor Mountain Bike Park opens its second location in Milwaukee with Trek's backing, featuring 110,000 square feet of winter riding terrain.
Easton recalls carbon seatposts, Croc Trophy crowns a champion, singlespeeders get rowdy in New Zealand, and Baltimore bikers face citation crackdowns.
The lightweight Princeton Tec Push offers 100 lumens for just a quarter-pound, making it an ideal emergency backup or bikepacking light.
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"Pedal Driven" documentary explores illegal trail building conflicts in Washington state, with crowdfunding campaign offering rewards from socks to trail-naming rights.
Super Sized Cycles builds bikes for riders up to 550 pounds using reinforced frames, double-walled rims, and mountain bike components for heavy-duty durability.
Over 1,000 riders from 30 countries are racing singlespeeds in New Zealand this weekend for tattoos, beer shortcuts, and bragging rights.
After 25 years of publication, Mountain Bike magazine will cease operations and merge its content into the broader Bicycling magazine and website.
The Bike Doctor app puts step-by-step mountain bike repair tutorials on your phone, no internet connection required for trailside fixes.
Fighter pilots use heads-up displays to track data without losing focus—now companies are developing similar HUD technology for mountain bikers and snowboarders.
Singletracks launches mobile check-in feature to help riders coordinate meetups and connect with fellow mountain bikers at trailheads in real-time.
A New York elementary school launches a mountain bike program for 3rd-5th graders, complete with 21 bikes and a custom curriculum for spring.
The Delorme Earthmate PN-60w pairs with SPOT transmitters to send customizable satellite messages from the backcountry, making remote communication more personal and detailed.
Niner showcased their 2011 lineup at Interbike, including a hardtail R.I.P. 9 and innovative CVA suspension technology across multiple frame materials.
Ryan Sutton and Jackie Harmony won Red Bull Final Descent at Angel Fire, completing 33 and 31 downhill laps respectively in 12 grueling hours.
Mountain bike brands draw model names from diverse sources including geographic locations, suspension specs, foreign languages, people, inside jokes, contests, and just plain cool-sounding words.
Tony Ellsworth explains his patented ICT suspension technology and shows us how Ellsworth frames are handcrafted in-house at their Vancouver, Washington factory.
Finish Line showcased their ceramic lube line, innovative Gear Floss cleaning tool, and prototype Easy Pro all-in-one bike cleaning system at Interbike.
A Durango-to-Moab bikepacking trip reveals the gear that worked, what failed, and what could have stayed home to save weight.
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