38 articles

Mark Wilson

Freelance writer

Expertise

  • Topics of Expertise: Cycling, climbing, bikepacking, camping, outdoor gear.
  • Years in This Expertise: 10+
  • Number Of Products & Number Of Hours Expert Has Tested: 100+, 5,000+ hours.

Education & Certifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s of English and philosophy, journalism minor, Texas State University. Master’s of Communication, global media emphasis, Texas State University.
  • Years of Writing: [11+]
  • Certifications: CPR (expired), Lifeguard (expired)
  • Club or Association Memberships: International Mountain Bicycling Association, Austin Ride Riders, People for Bikes RideSpot Ambassador.
  • Previous Publications: San Antonio Express-News, Austin American-Statesman, Conexion, The Southside Reporter, The University Star, The Austin Chronicle.

A Word from Mark Wilson

As a writer for GearJunkie and BikeRumor, I get to combine my passion for the outdoors and experience in journalism to give readers the information they need to get the most out of their experience in the great outdoors. I met GearJunkie editor Seiji Iishi through the Austin climbing community and offered to jump in to help cover new product releases in 2021. Now, it’s my favorite pastime outside of actually being on the trail. My personal interests include Mountain Biking, Gravel Cycling, Bikepacking, XC Racing, Being a Dad, Bouldering, Sport Climbing.


Brompton G-Line folding bike unfolded on a trail.

Affordable Cargo E-Bike Adept at Kid-Hauling: Tern Quick Haul Long Review

Kona Libre CR standing on a gravel path.

Specialized Vado SL 2 Carbon 6.0 EQ e-bike

BOA Cycling

Green Mountain Flow: How to Experience Vermont by Bike

Orbea Diem 20 on an urban bike path

Two riders sitting on Ride1Up Prodigy XC bikes at sunset

Two people riding an Aventon Ramblas e-MTB. Side view.

Thomas Pidock leading the Alpe D'Huez climb in the 2022 Tour de France.

Tadej Pogacar in the 2022 Tour de France

Kona Ouroboros standing in a creek bed.

Shimano GRX 12-speed mechanical groupset crankset

ENVE Fray

Finally, an E-MTB You Can Afford: Aventon Ramblas First Look Review

SRAM Transmission drivetrain on a bike at sunset

Undercover E-Bike: Desiknio X20 Gravel Review

State Bicycle Co. 4130 All-Road

Alchemy Lycos bike resting on a bridge.

Tom van Steenberge, Cam Zink and Carson Storch celebrate at Red Bull Rampage in Virgin, Utah, USA on October 13, 2023.

Red Bull Rampage 2023: Veteran and Rookie Talk Risk, Wind, and Why They Drop In

Team Jumbo-Visma at the 2022 Tour de France

Rab Goes Gravel: Cinder Range Apparel Review

Why Paris-Roubaix Is the Toughest One-Day Bike Race in the World

specialized s-works helmets

Paris-Roubaix is the toughest cycling monument

Aventon Aventure.2 fat-tire e-bike

Trad climbing cams and stoppers

The World’s Best Gravel Bike Destinations According to Trek Travel

lachlan morton around the world record