Spring is here. It’s time to spin. The 2024 spring issue of Elevation Outdoors pays special attention to bikes with info on the new “Toll Trail” and a possible link between Nederland and Winter Park, confessions of a full time bike commuter, the Cycle Effect, brand new bikes and accessories, and much more. Beyond two wheels, we look at new trails for everyone in Chafee County, talk to Fort Collins-based singer/songwriter Cary Moring, tour the state’s via ferratas, and other goodies. Find it at your favorite coffee shop, brew pub, gym, or other chill location in Colorado and check out digital previews here now.
EDITOR’S LETTER
With the moon in danger of being trammeled by Elon Musk, we have to enjoy time biking with friends in the emptiness of the desert.
QUICK HITS
Take a tour of Colorado’s via ferratas; the Outside Festival takes over Denver; ski all spring long; explore Silver Plume; and more.
FLASHPOINT
For decades, the dream of a mountain bike trail connecting Nederland to Winter Park has been the Holy Grail of local riders. Last year, that dream moved one step closer to completion with the opening of the Toll Trail. What will it take to finish the project?
HOT SPOT
Check out these new trails and additions to a first-class trail system ideal for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running in Chaffee County.
HEAR THIS
Fort Collins’ Cary Moring finds the sacred spot in song for Native voices.
THE ROAD
A young podcaster heads to South America to deepen his understanding of the world by talking to perfect strangers.
ELWAYVILLE
It’s Manningville now.
WILD ART
Utah-based photographer and climber Nikki Smith finds new freedom in her artwork that depicts the places where she connects to the land.
CONFESSION OF A BIKE COMMUTER
A cycling newbie learns how to love her life in Boulder with no car.
SEVEN RIDES WE LOVED
Spring is in the air and it’s time to start shopping for a new ride.
SUSTAINABILITY
These outdoor gear manufacturers want to go easier on the planet.
ON THE COVER
Steamboat Springs ranching roads just so happen to provide some the best gravel in Colorado. Jon and Heather from Moots Cycles, a local custom titanium bike company, enjoy what many would call a dream, but for them is just an after-work ride. By Devon Balet devonbaletmedia.com Instagram: @devonbaletcollective
