Tag: Leadville
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Keegan Swenson Dominated the 2023 Leadville 100, Sofia Gomez Villafane Wins Women’s Race
In an unparalleled showcase of stamina and skill, the 2023 Stages Cycling Leadville Trail 100 MTB race, organized and presented by Life Time, was nothing short of historic. Defending champion Keegan Swenson not only retained his title but obliterated the previous course record by a staggering 15 minutes and four seconds, setting a new benchmark…
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Stories & Glories | Privateering with Peter Stetina and Big Tall Wayne
Pioneering the Privateer life, follow along on the journey of Peter Stetina and Big Tall Wayne through the 2022 U.S. Gravel Racing Season. From Mid South to Moab, Sea Otter to Unbound, Oregon Trail to Leadville, SBT to Big Sugar and all the Stories and Glories along the way.
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The Rad Dirt Fest added as ‘wildcard’ in the Life Time Grand Prix Series
The Rad Dirt Fest has been added as the ‘wildcard’ race in the Life Time Grand Prix series. The Trinidad, Colorado event brings the total number of races in the Grand Prix to seven, with riders able to take their best five out of seven results for the overall standings. 2023 Life Time Grand Prix…
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North St Bags Upcycled Collection
North St. Bags just launched their 2022 limited-edition Upcycled Collection of packs and panniers, made from tents and banners used at some of the country’s most iconic endurance events. These rugged outdoor fabrics, donated by Life Time and SRAM, have served their days in the field—including at the New York City Triathlon, the legendary Leadville…
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“Choosing a Different Path” with Alexey Vermeulen
At 22 years old, Life Time Grand Prix rider Alexey Vermeulen was living the life he always thought he wanted — as a pro road cyclist on the UCI WorldTour. But he wasn’t living his dreams. He wasn’t making a positive impact in other people’s lives beyond bike racing like he wanted. So, he made…
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Hannah Otto sets FKT on The Whole Enchilada
Moab’s Whole Enchilada MTB trail is one of the best rides you can ever experience on two wheels. There’s high alpine forest singletrack, an expansive meadow overlooking colossal red rock monuments, and extensive slickrock tech riding, all while dropping 8,000’ from the La Sal mountains to the Colorado River. But that’s not the entire Whole…
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In sight of the podium – Leadville Trail 100
Leadville 100 – a hard fought battle for 4th place! Follow along for the days leading up to and the race itself thanks to Cold Collaborative! Avery and I go through my nutrition, strategy and final placing in a quick and exciting recap!
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Training for Leadville 100 MTB Indoors
As a Team DIRT rider who spends 90% of his time grinding indoors to achieve my goals IRL, I love seeing examples of other people taking on big real-world goals with the awesome tech now available to riders indoors.
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The Man Who Beat the Tour de France in Sandals
Check out this great interview with Lachlan Morton from Amanpour and Co. discussing the Alt Tour. I’m amazed that he spent much of July riding 12 hours a day in sandals and still had the form to grab a second place finish at Leadville. Imagine winning the Tour de France. Now imagine doing that without…
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Life Time Introduces The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a New Gravel Bike and Trail Run Event in Trinidad, Colorado
New and upcoming outdoor recreation destination will be home to Life Time’s newest off-road event, set for October 2-3, 2021; Registration open April 13 TRINIDAD, Colo., April 3, 2021— As off-road endurance events continue to gain popularity throughout the country, Life Time is excited to announce The ‘Rad Dirt Fest, a new off-road cycle and…
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Video: Victory Lap – Conquering the Leadville 100
A short film about commitment, perseverance and the grit needed to get to the finish line of the most challenging mountain bike race in America. Starting at 10,000 feet and taking riders over 100 epic miles and 12,000 feet of elevation change, the Leadville 100 MTB is seen as the most challenging and prestigious mountain…
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“I Just Want to Ride” a Film By Rugile Kaladyte
Rugile Kaladyte and Jay Ritchey documented this year’s Tour Divide and have compiled a film, dubbed, “I Just Want to Ride”. Be sure to catch the premieres on the dates listed below if you can: October 15th – Anchorage, Alaska (The Bicycle Shop at Dimond, 7 PM) October 17th – Louisville, Colorado (PEARL iZUMi HQ,…
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Leadville Trail 100 2019 – EF Gone Racing
“I can tell you what to do €¦ I fire that shotgun to start the race and you put your nose on the handlebars and you start pedalling, and you keep pedalling until Merilee tells you to quit. That’ll be the finish line.” I love that EF gets off the road and does these epic…
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WorldTour Pros are Coming for the Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Race
This weekend marks the second Saturday in August. While I’m sitting at home eating cake and hot dogs for my daughters birthday, 1,500 riders will be tackling one of the most grueling races in the world. Leadville established itself as the bucket list cross-country mountain bike race long ago. It requires entrance in a competitive…
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Summer Music Festival Essentials
It’s time to get outside and enjoy some music. If you’re in the Denver area, be sure to check out Levitt Pavilion and the plethora of free concerts offered there all summer. Plus, it’s conveniently located right next to the Platte River Trail. State Bicycles 4130 Road | $549 Beat festival traffic with State’s…