A road trip to Oklahoma, the path of totality, and making family memories

We had expected that seeing a total solar eclipse in the path of totality would be the highlight of our trip. In hindsight, it was also the perfect excuse to be together, three generations on a simple road trip through five states. On April 6, three of us set out from Lakewood — me, my … Read more

Trashing “America’s Mountain,” Pikes Peak

As most Coloradans know, the lyrics to “America the Beautiful” were inspired by a trek to the summit of Pikes Peak via prairie wagon in 1893. But when Katharine Lee Bates penned a poem called “Pikes Peak,” which became an American anthem after it was set to music in 1910, she could scarcely have imagined … Read more

See homes sold in the Bayonne area, April 15 to April 21

The following is a listing of all home transfers in the Bayonne area reported from April 15 to April 21. There were 1 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 680-square-foot home on Kennedy Boulevard in Bayonne that sold for $245,000. Bayonne 1225 Kennedy Blvd., Bayonne, … Read more

Mountain Bike Market size to record USD 3.13 billion growth from 2023-2027, Growth in development of electric mountain bikes is one of the key market trends, Technavio

NEW YORK, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global mountain bike market size is estimated to grow by USD 3130.99 million from 2023 to 2027, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 5.4% during the forecast period.  The mountain bike market is evolving with electric bikes, enhancing riders’ pedaling power … Read more

Kent Outdoors Announces $100 Million Credit Facility From Eclipse Business Capital to Support Growth Strategy

Financing Follows Earlier Investments from Preeminent Investor Group; Kent to Continue to Invest in Leadership, Innovation, and Operations SALT LAKE CITY, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kent Outdoors (“Kent” or the “Company”), which has been helping people in their pursuit of outdoor adventures for more than 60 years, today announced a $100 million credit facility from asset-based … Read more

Try these hiker-only Colorado trails to avoid mountain bikers

There are so many fun ways to enjoy the great outdoors in Colorado, but it’s not always easy to share. It can be alarming to have a mountain biker or horseback rider suddenly interrupt your saunter on a trail (and vice versa). So here’s a small list of Front Range trails that are exclusively for … Read more

California’s northern coast offers redwoods, rugged coastlines and more – Daily News

Hidden along California’s rugged Northern Coast lies the tiny town of Trinidad and its stunning coastal and forest landscapes. It’s a jewel of a town, with spectacular sea views and access to state and national parks. What you won’t see are a lot of people. With a population of just 370, it’s the smallest incorporated … Read more

A weekend guide in Ouray, the top vacation destination of 2024

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems). My birthday is close to Memorial Day weekend every year, and I like to … Read more

Festival del Pozole, Shakespeare in the Parking Lot

Soup’s on Saturday. Denver’s Westwood neighborhood continues to be one of the best places to dine on and learn about the cuisine of Mexico and other Latin American countries as it hosts festivals celebrating everything from tamales to salsa to mole. Today, Cultura Chocolate and Hecho en Westwood host their fourth annual Festival del Pozole, … Read more

Longest zip line in the US will send riders hurtling a mile down a mountain – Daily News

Theresa Braine | New York Daily News Out of snow but still want to rocket down a mountain at breakneck speed? Upstate New York’s Catamount Mountain Resort is on hand to scratch that itch, with what the company says is the longest zip line in the United States. The Catamount Zip Tour transports riders from … Read more