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First ‘Fall’ Bike Ride in Steamboat

Sage Local — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:43:15 +0000

With the fall steadily approaching and winter quick on its heels, I realized this past week that I needed to get out for a few more of those ‘epic,’ long bike rides I have managed to put-off this past summer. This weekend I set off with a friend early Sunday morning and rode from Dumont Lake to the bottom of Mount Werner. Very similar to the course that was tackled last weekend by Lance Armstrong and the rest of the Continential Divide Race, the trail was in perfect condition with only a few fallen trees over the 25 mile ride. The ride begins below the Rabbit Ears on Rabbit Ears Pass and continues down eventually meeting up with the Steamboat Ski Area. The start of the ride passes Long Lake and the many other small lakes in the backcountry; starting at over 10,000 ft it was a beautiful, cool day, perfect for a long mountain bike ride. At one of the lakes we passed along the way we met a fisherman who said it was his first time back fishing in the Steamboat backcountry in 55 years. And he said that not much had changed. A comforting thought and as we continued on our ride, we too hoped that we return and still accomplish a similar feat in 55 years. And while the temperatures crawled back up into the 70s as we got to the bottom of the mountain, the cool, mid 50 degree weather that we spent the morning shivering our way through stayed in the back of our minds, reminding us and getting us exciting for the new season just around the corner.

Fiesta Jalisco

Sage Local — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 22:42:02 +0000

Serving traditional Mexican food, Fiesta Jalisco is one of the best Mexican Restaurants in town. The carne asada is a local’s favorite for good reason – The seasonings will have you smacking your lips for days. It’s not spicy, but the portions are big, the flavors fantastic and if you make friends with the staff while you’re there, you might get a shot of ‘the hoof’ tequila. ‘The hoof’ is Fiesta Jalisco’s homemade tequila that goes down smoothly and perfectly compliments dinner or dessert. The tortilla soup is another popular dish as are the fajitas and burritos. The atmosphere is friendly, casual and relaxed, making this a great stop for families and kids of all ages.

Steamboat’s Happy Hour Specials

Sage Local — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:26:21 +0000

Steamboat Springs Happy Hour Specials!

Steamboat Springs restaurants come in almost every flavor and price range, from gourmet Mexican, to chic sushi bars, to casual burger joints. With over 100 restaurants and bars to choose from even the pickiest eaters will find plenty of delicious grub to fill up on. Best of all, they are all located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado!

Here are a few of Steamboat’s Happy Hour Deals:

Cantina Mexican Restaurant – 818 Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 6pm daily Special: $4 margaritas & 50 cents off bottled & draft beers.
Amante Coffee - Wildhorse Marketplace When: 4 – 7pm daily Special: $1 off beer, wine & liquor.
Azteca Taqueria – 916 Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 5pm & 8 – 9pm daily Special: 25% off appetizers, $1.50 bottled beers, 50 cents off 12 oz. cocktails, $1 off 32 oz. cocktails.
Big House Burgers - 2093 Curve Plaza When: 4:20 – 6pm daily Special: $1 off bottled beers, 1/2 price appetizers.
Bistro c.v. - 345 Lincoln Ave. When: 5 – 6:30pm daily Special: 1/2 price wine by the glass, well drinks & beer, 1/2 price small plates.
The Boathouse Pub - 609 Yampa St. When: 3 – 6pm daily Special: Buy 1 drink, get 1 free.
Chaps @ Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel – 2300 Mt. Werner Cr. When: 3 – 6pm daily Special: $3 draft beers.
Cugino’s Pizzeria – 41 8th St. When: 2 – 5pm Monday – Friday Special: $4 wine selection of the day, $2 Bud drafts & $2.50 Jagermeister shots.
Double Z – 1124 Yampa St. When: 2 – 6pm daily Special: $1 off pitchers, 50 cents off drafts.
The Epicurean – 825 Oak St. When: 3 – 6pm Monday – Saturday Special: Get a glass of wine for 1/2 price w/ the purchase of an appetizer.
Fiesta Jalisco – Sundance Plaza When: Noon – 5pm daily Special: $1 off bottled beers & margaritas, & food specials.
La Montana - 2500 Village Dr. When: 4:30 – 6pm daily Special: House margaritas are 2 for the price of 1 & appetizers are 1/2 price.
L’Apogee/Harwigs - 911 Lincoln Ave. When: 5pm – close Special: Wine bar menu is available daily, complimentary wine tasting from 5 – 6pm Wednesdays, $1 oysters every day except Monday & Wednesday.
Mahogany Ridge – 5th St. & Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 6pm daily Special: 1/2 price drinks & $1 tapas.
Mambo Italiano – 521 Lincoln Ave. When: 5 – 6pm daily Special: $2 Colorado draft beers & 1/2 price selected appetizers.
Mazzola’s Italian Diner – 917 Lincoln Ave. When: 5 – 6pm daily Special: $1 off all drinks, shots & beers.
Old Town Pub – 600 Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 6pm Special: $2 Budweiser & Bud Light drafts, & 50 cents off other beers & well drinks.
Old West Steakhouse - 1104 11th St. When: 5 – 10pm for the month of May Special: 1/2 price appetizers.
Panda Garden – Central Park Plaza When: 4 – 7pm daily Special: 1/2 price drinks & appetizers.
Rex’s American Grill & Bar – 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., next to the Holiday Inn When: 4 – 6pm daily Special: $1 off all drinks & 1/2 price appetizers.
Riggio’s Ristorante – 1106 Lincoln Ave. When: 5 – 6pm Monday – Saturday Special: $2 Stellas & Newcastle drafts, 1/2 price martinis & selected specialty drinks, 1/2 price appetizers.
Rio Grande – 628 Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 6pm Sunday – Thursday. Late-night happy hour is Friday & Saturday 10pm – close Special: $1 off margaritas, $1 off draft beers & 1/2 price quesadillas. Late night happy hour food & drink specials.
Saketumi - Torian Plum Plaza in Ski Time Square When: 5 – 6pm daily Special: Drink, sushi roll & appetizer discounts.
Slopeside Grill - Torian Plum Plaza When: 10pm to midnight daily Special: $3 draft beers (exclude Guinness) & $6 pizzas.
Steamboat Smokehouse - 912 Lincoln Ave. When: 4 – 6pm daily Special: $2.50 Bud & Bud light pints, $2 off well drinks, wine by the glass & margaritas, $1 sliders, $3 chili nachos & 2-for-1 chopped brisket sandwiches.
Sunpie’s Bistro - 735 Yampa Ave. When: 2 – 4pm Tuesday – Sunday Special: Everything is cheaper.
The Tap House – 729 Lincoln Ave. When: 3 – 6pm Monday – Friday Special: $1 off all draft beer pints, $2 off draft beer pitchers.
Three Peaks Grill - 2165 Pine Grove Rd. When: 5 – 6:30pm daily Special: $2.50 draft beers, 1/2 price selected appetizers.
Tugboat Grill & Pub – Ski Time Square When: 3 – 5pm seven days a week Special: $2 draft beers.

Bellas Wine Bar

Sage Local — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:07:20 +0000

Bellas wine bar is a fairly new addition to Steamboat’s Downtown. The cellar-like atmosphere lends itself to the fragrant aromas of wine and cheese. The space is uncluttered, using stone walls for effect and pillowed benches for seating. While the space has an old-world flavor, the feel is as sophisticated as the wine menu. The wine selections changes constantly and are filled with varieties that set the selection apart from other restaurants in town. The piano is open for anyone who has an itch to tinkle the ivories, and a music system is set up for a late-night atmosphere. The crowd varies and includes young and old. There’s room for anyone who enjoys good conversation and a delectable glass of wine.

6th Annual Wild West Air Fest & Labor Day Weekend Celebration

Sage Local — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:24:49 +0000

Steamboat’s 6th Annual Wild West Fest & Labor Day Weekend Celebration

September 4-5, 2010

Labor Day Weekend in Steamboat Springs is packed with entertainment in the air, on the mountain and all over town! It’s a Labor Day celebration for the whole family. The Wild West Air Fest features a vintage and warbird static aircraft display, classic cars, radio controlled airplane shows, Wings Over the Rockies KidSpace and much more!

If you love dogs, you won’t want to miss the Steamboat Stockdog Challenge. Watch these amazing herding sheep in this great competition on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Shop ’till you drop at Steamboat’s semi-annual downtown sidewalk sale. Grab your cowboy hats and throw on your boots for the Rocky Mountain Bull Bash PBR on Sunday. This thrilling event pushes cowboys’ skills do their limit as they take on top-ranked bulls to compete for a big cash prize. The Steamboat Springs Stage Race is back! Nearly 300 road cyclists compete in a four stage race which includes a time trial, circuit race, road race, and criterium.

“Come Sale Away” Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Steamboat 9am – 6pm (Friday, Sept. 3rd – Monday, Sept. 6th)
Steamboat Springs Stage Races on Downtown Streets (Friday – Monday)
Main Street Farmer’s Market in Downtown Steamboat on 6th Street 9am – 2pm (Saturday, Sept. 4th)
Downtown Hoedown & Chuck Wagon Chili Challenge in Downtown Steamboat on 8th & Oak Street 11am – 3pm (Sunday, Sept. 5th)
Rocky Mountain Bull Bash at Romick Arena at Howelsen Hill 5pm – gates open at 3pm (Sunday, Sept. 5th)

Many more activities and events are going on, check out Steamboat’s Summer Activities for the whole family to enjoy!

Hiking Rabbit Ears Pass

Sage Local — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:25:41 +0000

“Hiking Rabbit Ears Pass in Steamboat Springs, Colorado! Summer 2010″

Steamboat comes to life in the spring and summer seasons, with green trails promising invigorating hikes everywhere you look. Rabbit Ears Trail is one of my favorites here in Steamboat! The hike to Rabbit Ears Peak, named for its twin rock pillars visible from the highway, begins as a casual walk through a spectacular flower-land. For some hikers, the last .25 mile to the “ears” poses a challenge; to others, it’s a fun rock scramble. Either way, the views near the summit are spectacular.

Once you start climbing Rabbit Ears Pass, be looking on your right for the Muddy Creek and Buffalo Park turn-off signs. When you pass these signs, you’ll be almost there, within about 1 mile, so you need to watch carefully for Dumont Lake sign and proceed on National Forest Road 315. Follow this road for about 1.5 miles until you come to the old stone monument on your left. Turn left at the monument and into the small parking area. The trailhead for Rabbit Ears Peak is straight through the gate that you will see, and continue down the dirt road. In a few short minutes, you’ll see a small market on your right with the number 291. This is where you start your hike to Rabbit Ears Peak.

The photo above is at the Top of Rabbit Ears, the photo below is hiking through meadows of wildflowers.

Whatever the contours of your sense of adventure, Steamboat Springs is a place brimming with possibility, on that knows no lethargy.

If you have a Steamboat Photo & would like to send it in, send it here! – bestofsteamboat@gmail.com

Steamboat Wild Flowers

Sage Local — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:59:30 +0000

“Steamboat Wild Flowers on Rabbit Ears Trail – Summer 2010″

Steamboat, this past weekend, was absolutely gorgeous out. Yesterday, Sunday August 22nd, I woke up early and went on a hike up to Rabbit Ears Trail to the peak. This was such a wonderful experience especially how beautiful everything still is. Summer is definitely not over with yet, I recommend to bring your camera for some great Wild Flower Photos!

Steamboat Springs is one of the most picturesque towns in Colorado. The alpine wildflower displays spreading through meadows and under aspen and pines is a truly classic to be experience, whether you are bike-riding, hiking, or four-wheeling up the mountains in Steamboat. Wonderful trails for hiking and mountain biking are right at the base of Rabbit Ears next to Dumont Lake. Hiking through this vibrant mountain landscaping providing rewarding outings for all ages; climb a mountain, soak in a hot springs, or simply enjoy the fresh air and abundant wildlife of this special place named Steamboat Springs has to offer!

If you and your family have not made it to Steamboat, I highly recommend to come check us out and have a wonderful experienced adventure that will last you a lifetime~

If you have a Steamboat Photo & would like to share it feel free to send it to – bestofsteamboat@gmail.com

Events & Activities going on this Weekend in Steamboat

Sage Local — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:19:03 +0000

Events & Activities Going on This Weekend in Steamboat: August 20-22, 2010

Photo by Anne Lauinger, if you have a Steamboat Photo & would like to share it feel free to send it to – bestofsteamboat@gmail.com

2nd Annual Steamboat All Arts Festival – From August 20 – 22, 2010 “The Steamboat All Arts Festival is the newest and is one of the most collaborative events in Steamboat, this is a four-day event that highlights the amazing arts and culture in the Yampa Valley while featuring nationally-renowned artists. The festival incorporates all aspects of the arts into one cohesive event including dance, vocal, musical, vocal, visual, literary and culinary arts. There will be experiential and educational workshops available all weekend and open to all levels. Come join us and enjoy the arts, culture and beauty of the Yampa Valley Festival! For detailed information on times and dates visit Steamboat’s All Arts Festival.
Yampa Valley River Art Stroll – From August 20 – 22, 2010 “Meander along Yampa Street among artwork from across the country in the 2nd Annual Yampa River Art Stroll. Friday through Sunday, artists will line the avenue in the highlight of the All Arts Festival. Performing arts are featured as well, at the nearby Yampa Stage.
Steamboat Springs Free Summer Concert Series – August 20, 2010 ” Featured Band – teh Emmit-Nershi” Part of a 5 Concert Summer Series at Howelsen Hill Amphitheater, with years of collective experience this band has under their belts, Drew Emmit and Bill Nershi exemplify the forward-thinking modern bluegrass musician. Gates Open at 5:30pm
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series – August 20, 2010 “Every Friday and Saturday night at 7:30pm cheer on the cowboys at the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo, voted one of the best small-town outdoor rodeos in the country. There is fun for the entire family with the Ram and Calf Scramble.
MainStreet Farmers Market – August 21, 2010 9am-2pm “Come downtown on Saturdays to the weekly farmers’ market on 6th Street next to the Routt County Courthouse. Featuring locally and regionally grown meats, produce, baked goods, cheeses, sauces, plants, handcrafted arts and crafts, live music, hot food, and more. Now in it’s 6th year, the market has become the not to be missed weekly event for locals and guests alike.
Asleep at the Wheel at the Strings Music Pavilion – August 20, 2010 8pm “Nine Grammy Awards plus a recent Grammy nomination for Willy (Nelson) and the Wheel, 4 years and 25+ albums under their belts, they are the famed western-swing, boogie, and roots-music outfit that just keep getting better. Bring your dancing shoes!
Golden Dragon Acrobats at Strings Music Pavilion – August 21, 2010 3:30-8:00pm “The best of a twenty-four century tradition from Hebei, China. They will dazzle all ages with award-winning acrobatics, amazing feats of balance, spectacular costumes and music.

Check out Steamboat’s Summer Activities for some great family fun!