Jeff Barber

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
 
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bikes and Gear
GPS Freeze: Problem solved?
Oct 22, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bike Trails
New mountain bike trails in Cleveland
Oct 19, 2007
A Garmin Edge 605 GPS device displaying a map with speed and heading information, featuring a gray casing and a black screen with navigation details.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Garmin Edge 605 and 705 release pushed back to 2008
Oct 18, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Community
Bid on a ride with Gary Fisher at Mount Tam
Oct 17, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Colorado sting nets high end mountain bikes
Oct 15, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bike Trails
Big South Fork mountain bike trail a success
Oct 12, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
All wheel drive mountain bikes
Oct 11, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Missing Marin mountain biker
Oct 10, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Loading GPS routes in Garmin Training Center for Mac
Oct 9, 2007
  1
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Community
Take a kid mountain biking day: Tomorrow!
Oct 5, 2007
Culture
Week of contests: Final day
Oct 5, 2007
A DVD cover for the film "2 Solo," featuring a close-up of a cyclist wearing a helmet and sunglasses, along with two mountain bikers riding on a dirt path. The title "2 Solo" is prominently displayed in blue, and the cover also includes branding from sponsors like Nike and Trek, as well as a note that it is from the producers of "Off Road to Athens."
Culture
Week of contests: Day 4
Oct 4, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Load GPS routes on your Garmin Edge Cycling GPS
Oct 3, 2007
  6
A DVD case for a cycling workout titled "Cycling Pedaling Strength," featuring an image of a cyclist in action on the cover. Next to it, a black DVD disc is placed in a clear case. The disc is labeled "Singletrack MENDS."
Community
Week of contests: Day 2
Oct 2, 2007
A shiny bicycle cassette resting inside an open cardboard box, showcasing its intricate gear teeth and central sprocket. The box has a light brown color and is partially closed, with the cassette visible from above. The background is a dark surface, emphasizing the metallic shine of the cassette.
Community
Week of contests
Oct 1, 2007
Redline D660
Culture
The bikes of Interbike (Updated)
Sep 27, 2007
  3
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Allen Sports: The Navigator GPS System
Sep 27, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Tag Wheels: Mags are back
Sep 27, 2007
Mountain bike suspension fork displayed on a black wall. The fork features two silver aluminum stanchions with black and red branded lower legs. It includes adjustment knobs at the top and a sleek design suitable for off-road biking. A nearby sign provides additional information about the product.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Suspension round-up
Sep 27, 2007
A silver metal canister labeled "IMBAX" with a red "X" on top, accompanied by a circular disc with a red "X" and the word "MEET," and a circular stack of textured, replaceable inserts. The items are displayed on a white tablecloth.
Culture
IMBA Ride Centers
Sep 27, 2007
  1
Interior view of a mountain bike hall of fame exhibit featuring bicycles mounted on the walls, historical photographs, and informational panels detailing inductees and the history of mountain biking.
Culture
Mountain Bike Hall of Fame Induction 2007
Sep 27, 2007
Image of a mountain bike fork displayed against a yellow background, featuring black and red color accents. A product information card labeled "WOTAN" is attached to the fork.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Magura Wotan: This one's for you Bomb
Sep 26, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
High-end Helmet Cam: V.I.O. POV.1
Sep 26, 2007
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Garmin Edge 705 Preview
Sep 26, 2007
  1
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bikes and Gear
GoPro Helmet Cam: Rad
Sep 26, 2007
A white mountain bike displayed at an event booth, featuring a sleek design, black tires, and a water bottle holder. The background includes promotional banners with cycling-related messages.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Half Camelbak, Half Waterbottle: Sip Stream
Sep 26, 2007
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Mountain Bikes and Gear
Tire balls: Fewer flats, lower maintenance
Sep 26, 2007
Close-up view of a metal bike frame with visible components such as the crankset, chain, and gears. The image shows the intricate details of the mechanical parts, highlighting the craftsmanship and design of the bicycle. The background is dark, and there are tools and information displays nearby.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Wicked Racin: The Dualrailleur
Sep 26, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Wounded Warrior Project: Supporting Vets
Sep 26, 2007
A silver mountain bike with visible dirt on the tires is positioned next to a table covered with a fall-themed tablecloth. On the bike's frame rests an orange Halloween pumpkin helmet. In the background, another bike and a red bicycle frame can be seen.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Carver Bikes: 650B Cycles
Sep 26, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bike Trails
End Singletrack Prohibition: Donate to the IMBA Legal Fund
Sep 25, 2007
Logo of Interbike, a trade show for the bicycle industry, featuring the word "interbike" in bold, white letters on a dark textured background.
Culture
Interbike 2007: Pre-game
Sep 24, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
One more reason to wear a helmet: Bear attacks
Sep 20, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bike Trails
Finding the perfect loop
Sep 19, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Mountain Bike Trails
New trails coming to Philpott Lake, VA: You can help!
Sep 18, 2007
A Garmin Edge 305 bike computer displaying metrics such as time (02:16:46), speed (38.6 km/h), total distance (64.6 km), elevation (364 m), and heart rate (139 bpm) on a dark screen with a gray casing.
Mountain Bikes and Gear
Convert your Garmin Edge cycling data here!
Sep 17, 2007
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**Alt Text:** A chart outlining a trail difficulty rating system, including categories for trail width, tread surface, average trail grade, maximum trail grade, and natural obstacles. The system ranges from easiest (white circle) to extremely difficult (double black diamond), with specific criteria for each rating level.
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain bike trail difficulty ratings
Sep 14, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Economic impact of mountain biking
Sep 13, 2007
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I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
This bike could be a bait bike
Sep 12, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
How's your bike handling?
Sep 11, 2007
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I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Tara Llanes needs your help!
Sep 10, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
MTB Race Through a Brewpub!
Sep 6, 2007
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I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Summer isn't over yet: Women's MTB Clinics and New Trails
Sep 5, 2007
A person wearing a cycling helmet and sunglasses sits on a mountain bike on a dirt trail surrounded by lush greenery. Another mountain bike is parked nearby, and a bike saddle hangs from a tree branch in the background.
Mountain Bike Trails
Bull Mountain and Jones Creek Ridge
Sep 4, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Interbike 2007: I'm there
Aug 31, 2007
I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
Bad mountain bike crash at Nisene Marks
Aug 30, 2007
Culture
GPS helps save injured mountain biker
Aug 29, 2007
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I wrote back in June about a problem I was having with my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/blog/?p=314">Edge 305 freezing up</a> on rides and in case you're curious the problem continued through the summer (though it only happened every 2-3 rides). Well this weekend I experienced an even bigger problem: my <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Garmin/Edge-305/195.html">Edge 305</a> died. I had charged the GPS overnight before heading out to <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/php/trail.php?id=574">Fort Mountain</a> for an early ride but when I arrived at the trailhead the Edge would not turn on. Even after repeated attempts it wouldn't start and after cursing at myself for not checking it before leaving the house I fired up my backup GPS, the <a href="http://www.singletracks.com/mtbreviews/Magellan/eXplorist-400/197.html">Magellan Explorist 400</a>, and headed down the trail. (By the way, the Edge 305 did come along for the ride - I kept it attached to my handlebars on the off chance I might be able to start it up eventually - I couldn't bear to make it wait in the car ;) ) Anyway, the Magellan worked ok given the fact that it was in my pocket the entire time but I really missed my Edge. I waited all weekend to call Garmin to give them an earful when I tried the GPS once more - but this time it worked! Back from the dead, I still wanted to know what was wrong with my GPS so I called Garmin anyway to find out what was going on. Apparently there have been <em>several</em> software updates to the Edge 305 since I purchased it back in March and one of those updates fixed the freeze/death problem I had been experiencing. So if anyone else is having problems with their Edge, check the Garmin website for the <a href="http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp">latest software</a> and if you're worried like me you can even join their email list to get notified when new software becomes available. Oh yeah, and and you should also bring a back-up GPS every time you ride ;)
Culture
To catch a bike thief
Aug 28, 2007