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20160812 – Winter Park day of Fun

September 2, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

Still hanging in Winter Park, thanks to my friends who let me stay at their condo. It’s just such an amazing town.

After a morning at the gym, hit the patio at the Rocky Mountain Roastery in Frasier. What a beautiful day.

At the Roastery, they had some coffee that can help with my Costa Rica Training…!!

After the coffee break, threw the bike on the back of the Suburban and headed to the trail across from Winter Park. As you can see, Winter Park is so beautiful. I think it’s more amazing in the Summer…!!

Unfortunately, the legs aren’t firing on all cylinders today. Still having a great time, even though the legs are dead. I guess it’s time to take a bit of a rest.

Headed to the base of Winter Park for the outdoor movie. What an incredible sunset sky. But wow…. it’s COLD…!!!

We tried to make the movie, but it was too cold. Headed back to the condo to enjoy some vino and movie at home. Such a great time to spend with your friends. I treasure every chance to spend with the Roushey’s. I’m lucky to be their friend.

Adventure, Tennis, Uncategorized, Vail

20160814 – Vail Summit Reduex

September 2, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

Now that I’m back in Vail, I finally rode to the summit under the Sun…!! What an amazing day and incredible ride. Loved every minute of it. Sitting on top a summit at over 10k feet, is amazing.

It’s been a long time since I held a racket in my hand, but I decided to test it out on the racket ball court. It was so much fun to bit a couple balls against the wall, but exhausting…!!

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20160813 – Back to Vail

September 2, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com 1 Comment

After Winter Park, I decided back to Vail since the weather forecast calls for sun. I’m on my way.

As I unpack the Suburban, I was a bit shocked at how much ‘supplies’ I have… As you can see, I love my bins. My philosophy is: “If it doesn’t fit in a bin, I shouldn’t buy it…!!!”

That's a lot of crap. — That’s a lot of crap.

Since I’ve been out on the road for a bit, it’s time for wash. And look… dirty clothes are in a what… a bin…!!!

What says my life is going great, then a Washing Selfie…!!

And guess what… my clothes have another room all to themselves again. i could seriously live here permanently.

And the best part… this is the view I woke up to every morning. Life is good…!!

Adventure, Moose, Winter Park

20160806 – Mooses, a Hike, Brats and Beer

September 1, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com 1 Comment

After a great meal with my friend Susan, we headed out on a hike to wear out their new puppy, Joy. She’s a super sweet dog and has more energy than a nuclear reactor.

Just a bit up US40, we headed to the trail head for the Broome Hut, which is part of the 10th mountain division hut system. Click here for more info: http://grandhuts.org/about/broome-hut/

As we started on the trek with Joy, she was so excited to be outside. About an hour from the trailhead, we ran into these lovely ladies, who were just lounging in the woods. I love a MOOSE sighting. They’re just amazing animals.

As we continued up the ridge, there were some incredible views of mountain fields, flowers, and creeks.

Of course, there’s nothing better than a hot dawg and beer down in town. The sun finally came out and it was an amazing afternoon on the patio.

Winter Park

20160805 – Winter Park

August 31, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

After a rain soaked bike ride in Vail, I decided to head to Winter Park. I loved the time in Vail, and especially the Vacation Club. It had a great fitness room and even a Sauna. I think I could live there…!!

But… it’s time to head to Winter Park.

Winter Park has always been one of my most favorite places in Colorado. It’s not far from Denver, only about a 75 minute drive, and you don’t have to deal with the Tunnel.

There are so many incredible things about Winter Park. The snowboarding is amazing. Mary Jane is a such an incredible mountain to ski, especially since it was named after the town ‘lady of the evening’..!! She was the most popular ‘madame’ in a settlement of miners, rail yard workers and loggers in the late 1800’s.

Heading to WP to see my friend Susan. This is a view from their patio..!!

Adventure, Vail

20160804 – A Rainy Vail

August 30, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

I’ve driven over Vail pass so many times in the past years and always thought, “I need to ride the pass.” So, I woke up and drove over to Vail, which is a town I love so much in the Summer.

I checked into the hotel, which is a Marriott, of course. It’s a beautiful property and actually a Vacation Club. I got upgraded to a room that was bigger than house. It’s so huge… even my clothes have their own room.

When I woke up to bike up the pass it was cloudy and cold. Even though the weather sucked, I decided to head out and not let the it dictate my day.

As soon as I started up the hill, the rain came and it didn’t stop. I got poured on. Even with the non stop drizzle, I had a fantastic time. I got drenched inside and out. Even the beard was soaked…!!