Traveling Bike Race

So we all know just how fun this bike race is. Hosting a Stage Finish is and has been a tremendous learning experience for me. One of the more intriguing aspects of it for me has been learning about the extraordinary logistics involved. The traveling road show associated with the race is a bit mind blowing. Since yesterday there has been a steady stream of trucks and trailers arriving at The Basin. The TV crew left Steamboat yesterday and arrived just after dark last night.  The activity right now in High Noon Lot around the finish can be described as orchestrated chaos. There are hundreds of people up there doing amazing things. It could be my inner nerd, but this back of the house stuff is fascinating.

Traveling Bike Race

So we all know just how fun this bike race is. Hosting a Stage Finish is and has been a tremendous learning experience for me. One of the more intriguing aspects of it for me has been learning about the extraordinary logistics involved. The traveling road show associated with the race is a bit mind blowing. Since yesterday there has been a steady stream of trucks and trailers arriving at The Basin. The TV crew left Steamboat yesterday and arrived just after dark last night.  The activity right now in High Noon Lot around the finish can be described as orchestrated chaos. There are hundreds of people up there doing amazing things. It could be my inner nerd, but this back of the house stuff is fascinating.

It Has begun

Day 1 at The Basin was a terrific start to The USA Pro Challenge. A few people described it to me as an A-Basin reunion bringing lots of old friends together. There was no shortage of laughter and good times. The rain threatened a little bit, but in the end stayed mostly away. Two fantastic bands broke in the new stage. "The Samples" delivered a great show and "Brother's Keeper Featuring John Popper" closed out a starry night. It was cool.

Today is the big show. I heard through the grapevine that Stage 1 in Steamboat was a hoot. We are expecting that "extra lively" crowd here soon. Get your transportation plan organized and get up here and join the fun.

It Has begun

Day 1 at The Basin was a terrific start to The USA Pro Challenge. A few people described it to me as an A-Basin reunion bringing lots of old friends together. There was no shortage of laughter and good times. The rain threatened a little bit, but in the end stayed mostly away. Two fantastic bands broke in the new stage. "The Samples" delivered a great show and "Brother's Keeper Featuring John Popper" closed out a starry night. It was cool.

Today is the big show. I heard through the grapevine that Stage 1 in Steamboat was a hoot. We are expecting that "extra lively" crowd here soon. Get your transportation plan organized and get up here and join the fun.

Not A Bad Venue

Not A Bad Venue

Race Orientation and New Sign

This morning we held our 2nd Staff Orientation for volunteers and employees for the bike race. The excitement level is high around here. Tomorrow will be a big set-up day for our staff with many people working. Monday is even bigger. Of course, we have the concert Monday night. Additionally, many truck loads of race fencing, finish arches, portable stages, cameras, TV production facilities and more will start showing up Monday afternoon. Tuesday is the BIG SHOW.

And we just got a groovy new sign for the Ticket Office remodel.

Race Orientation and New Sign

This morning we held our 2nd Staff Orientation for volunteers and employees for the bike race. The excitement level is high around here. Tomorrow will be a big set-up day for our staff with many people working. Monday is even bigger. Of course, we have the concert Monday night. Additionally, many truck loads of race fencing, finish arches, portable stages, cameras, TV production facilities and more will start showing up Monday afternoon. Tuesday is the BIG SHOW.

And we just got a groovy new sign for the Ticket Office remodel.