The longest running ride in Colorado Springs, now in its 27th year, the Starlight Spectacular continues to delight and amaze. From the crazy costumes, to all of the colorfully lighted bicycles, to the sheer joy of being able to bike the Garden of the Gods at night by moonlight, there are so many reasons this ride draws up to 1,5000 riders a year.
In this episode Torie talks with local legends and cycling advocates about what’s new for this year and some fun stories from the past. Host: Torie Giffin, owner of the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort Guests: Allen Beauchamp, Community Engagement Manager with Trails and Open Space Coalition Al Brody, ORG (Old Retired Guy) Mentioned in This Episode:
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort https://bicycleresort.com
City of Colorado Springs https://coloradosprings.gov/
Colorado Springs Cycling Club https://bikesprings.org/
Garden of the Gods https://gardenofgods.com
Pike Ride https://www.pikeride.org/
Tails and Open Space Coalition (TOSC) https://www.trailsandopenspaces.org/
Ted’s Bicycles https://www.tedsbicycles.com/
Pedal the Springs is produced and presented by the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, the only bicycle-themed lodging and must-stay for cyclists coming to Colorado. Check us out at https://www.bicycleresort.com for more information.
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