Travis is a Singletracks staff writer who's deeply embedded in the mountain bike industry. His articles have appeared in Freehub Magazine, Mountain Bike Action Magazine, and The Loam Wolf, and he's a regular contributor to Singletracks. Travis has been riding since 2003 and currently resides in the mountain bike mecca of Bend, Oregon.
Author snapshot
MTB experience
- Mountain biking since 2003
- Current bike stable: Revel Rail 29
- Favorite place to ride: The Pacific Northwest
Writing experience and education
- Education: Masters in Teaching
- Other Publications: Freehub Magazine, Mountain Bike Action Magazine, The Loam Wolf, Bend Magazine
China Peak Mountain Resort, outside of Fresno, California, will shut down bike park operations after this season, adding to the growing list of bike parks struggling in 2026.
For years, locals and visitors have skipped the lifts at Deer Valley, opting to "pedal up" and ride the DH mountain bike trails for free. Well, those days are over.
British Columbia officials are asking the public to be aware of their surroundings, as booby-trap spikes were found at local trails.
The only thing better than a shuttle ride is a cheap shuttle ride! These picks around the US will haul you and your bike so you can access some epic MTB descents.
Shimano updates Deore brakes and mechanical drivetrains, but some may not be happy with the absence of a clutch on the new derailleurs.
Sheboygan County Cycling created something that was virtually nonexistent in this part of Wisconsin via a major trail rebuild at Rocky Knoll.
Hustok Engineering plans to launch CNC-machined brake calipers this summer, claiming the highest braking power on the market based on an aggressive hydraulic ratio.
Breckenridge hopes to convert the crowded Aspen Alley trail to downhill-only for mountain bikers while building a new, parallel multi-use trail.
A phased proposal could grow Ponderosa State Park's bike trails by nearly 50%, adding about four miles of purpose-built singletrack to ease crowding near McCall.
Tamarack Resort's bike park lift sustained damage from a Memorial Day windstorm, requiring a tower replacement and delaying reopening of the Idaho park until mid-June or early July.
The redesigned Revel Ranger V3 features slacker geometry, more travel, and downcountry intentions, marking the brand's first new bike since its founder returned.
Learn three practical techniques from MTB coach Josh Whitmore to reduce rear wheel slip on technical mountain bike climbs through dynamic body positioning and movement.
Professional mountain bikers navigate complex insurance challenges as independent contractors, often relying on secondary jobs, family plans, and stategically worded applications for coverage.
One of British Columbia's first legal mountain bike trails — and the marquee descent that anchored the legendary Test of Metal race — is getting a full rebuild from Gravity Logic and one of its original builders, some three decades on.
Thanks to KYMBA Bluegrass, a persistent trail champion, and a booming youth racing scene, Richmond, KY is getting its first-ever trail system tucked inside a regional sports complex.
Mountain bike skills coach Josh Whitmore teaches us how nose pivots and front-wheel skills can help us navigate tight switchbacks and technical terrain.
Two retired cycling advocates leveraged years of relationships with Travel Oregon and local land managers to secure grant funding for trails at the small ski hill, with adaptive-friendly design built in from day one.
Heart rate variability tracking can indicate when riders need rest. And to improve it, you probably need less stress, not more miles.
Mountain bikers are experimenting with 32-inch wheels, which offer improved rollover and stability but present challenges with cornering, weight, component availability, and fit.
After nearly 30 years of building some of Florida's best trail systems around Tampa, the SWAMP Mountain Bike Club is turning its attention to Pinellas County, where nearly one million riders have long been cut off from decent singletrack.
The Aventon Current is the brand's first full-suspension eMTB, featuring 140mm of travel, modern geometry, and a powerful 850W motor aimed at entry-level riders.
TORTA is gaining momentum on the Oregon coast, with big grant funding, adaptive trails, and pro riders helping shape what could become one of the region's premier trail systems.
We analyzed trail bike prices across major brands to determine what entry-level and mid-range mountain bikes actually cost in 2026.
MTB coach Josh Whitmore shares essential techniques for riding loose trails: proper body positioning, strategic braking, and smart line choice to improve control.
The Baseline Mountain Biking Club in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, hired professional trail builders to restore the steep, technical trail that hosted the Canada Cup DH series in the mid-90s.
The Windsor Essex Bike Community built beginner to advanced trails with tabletop jumps, doubles, and wooden features — and they're already planning a skills park for phase four.
CAMBA's latest project at West Branch State Park adds eight miles of new trail and transforms the entire system into a series of stacked loops that welcome riders of all abilities.
After 10 years navigating California's environmental regulations and spending $650,000, Marin Trail Stewards has opened Caballo Rojo, a new one-mile descent at Camp Tamarancho.
The Westside Trail Federation has built three of the gnarliest legal descents in Oregon—with plenty more planned.
After years of getting nowhere with the Forest Service, a Pennsylvania mountain bike club partnered with their local township to build trails—and that's what finally convinced the USFS to open up even more miles.
Carter Metcalfe's severe Tourette's tics made it nearly impossible to speak—until he discovered that mountain biking, especially wheelies, could quiet his brain in ways nothing else could.
Travis argues that modern 150mm trail bikes climb efficiently enough to handle long rides and descend confidently enough for bike park laps—making them the true do-it-all mountain bike.
Albuquerque just completed 6.5 miles of new singletrack at West Mesa Open Space — the first phase of a 25-mile trail system on land that citizens fought to protect from development.
The new six-mile trail system at Echo Lake will bring berms, jumps, and gravity-focused riding to Rhode Island—a region where riders currently drive two hours just to find flow.
Belvoir Ranch will open with 12+ miles of new singletrack next year, with plans to expand to 30 miles and eventually connect with trail systems across the Colorado border.
Delta is building a 26-mile trail system just six miles from town, with plans to eventually expand to 100 miles of singletrack that could make it Colorado's next major mountain biking destination.
Omaha, NE, is digging up Tranquility Park to bury two different pipelines and closing the MTB trails until July 2027. But it's not all bad news, as the trails will come back refreshed and better than ever.
After 20 years of building trails and earning community trust, the Ukiah Valley Trail Group has finally secured approval to construct 22 miles of mountain bike trails climbing 2,000 feet up Lookout Peak.
Court rulings have made liability waivers worthless in Oregon, and now ski resorts are facing dramatically increased insurance costs. The future of downhill mountain biking in Oregon is at stake.
Cincinnati plans to build 255 miles of singletrack MTB trails by 2030.
The Tennessee River Gorge Trust is building 8 miles of diverse, beginner-friendly singletrack at Aetna Mountain in Chattanooga, TN. They plan to break ground on phase two in 2026.
After sitting abandoned for over a decade, the historic Mt. Telemark ski area has been reborn as a free public bike park with 16 miles of flow trails, berms, and jumps — bringing a new style of riding to Cable, WI.
The Priority Vanth combines a unique high-pivot suspension design with a belt-driven gearbox, offering impressive descending capabilities while challenging traditional mountain bike norms.
One of Massachusetts' tallest mountains is now home to the Purple Valley MTB trails.
E-motos are tearing up trails and causing problems for legitimate mountain bikers across the nation. How did we get here?
Eroding trails at Lake Thunderbird were contaminating Norman's drinking water supply. Now, a federal grant is funding a complete rebuild that will cut mileage in half but deliver modern, maintainable singletrack.
A proposed 269-acre land transfer could provide land for the Tri-Cities first official purpose-built MTB trails.
Wilderness Tours has been guiding whitewater adventures on the Ottawa River for 50 years, but their newest attraction is 25km of MTB trails... with more on the way.
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