We found a prime section of grass with shade to watch along Mountain Avenue. The parade, according to the New Belgium website, is “ is a thrilling rite of passage that includes an unparalleled costumed bicycle parade, New Belgium beer, eccentric entertainment, local food, unusual bike contests and much more. “
We chose to partake in watching the 2-hour parade!
We even saw a couple guys from our Lions Club riding in the parade.
It was a beautiful day and we had a great time. Some interesting comments from parade participants which we overheard included one from a college-aged young man saying he should have learned how to ride a bide before today! Another joked that the parade was a lot like a cross between Halloween and Mardi Gras.
After the parade we pedaled home to watch the Rocky Mountain Showdown – the CSU vs. CU football game. We had the opportunity to go to the game in Denver, but opted for the TV version instead so we didn’t have to miss the parade. It has always been fun to watch the game, but when our son went to CU Boulder, a new dimension of competition was added. (I graduated from CSU.) Saturday’s game was exciting for us. CSU scored first (field goal), but was answered by TWO CU touchdowns.
Tyler and Katie went to the game, so we did a little texting after each score … trying not to be too mean. CU’s quarterback appeared to be injured in the second half – probably from being sacked five times. CSU’s defense was the best we have seen in years! Anyway, CSU prevailed and won the game 22-17. I didn’t send any texts gloating over the victory and Tyler didn’t send any congratulating us, either.
On Sunday we headed to Denver to the Taste of Colorado. The band, Head East, was playing at 1 pm. We arrived with plenty of time to stake out a spot center stage, just behind a few people.
The music was great and the weather was hot. Tobey was able to catch TWO guitar picks, so he will be sending them off to our friend, Chris, who played with the band back in the 1970s! After the concert, we waited in line to talk to the band which was fun. We enjoyed checking out all the crafts which were for sale. Tobey and I both took a try at a game sponsored by Ford, and he won $10. Lucky guy! Guess he can pay for gas for the next trip!
We are rested now, and ready for the week ahead. We hope you had a good weekend, too!
After the parade we pedaled home to watch the Rocky Mountain Showdown – the CSU vs. CU football game. We had the opportunity to go to the game in Denver, but opted for the TV version instead so we didn’t have to miss the parade. It has always been fun to watch the game, but when our son went to CU Boulder, a new dimension of competition was added. (I graduated from CSU.) Saturday’s game was exciting for us. CSU scored first (field goal), but was answered by TWO CU touchdowns.
Tyler and Katie went to the game, so we did a little texting after each score … trying not to be too mean. CU’s quarterback appeared to be injured in the second half – probably from being sacked five times. CSU’s defense was the best we have seen in years! Anyway, CSU prevailed and won the game 22-17. I didn’t send any texts gloating over the victory and Tyler didn’t send any congratulating us, either.
On Sunday we headed to Denver to the Taste of Colorado. The band, Head East, was playing at 1 pm. We arrived with plenty of time to stake out a spot center stage, just behind a few people.
The music was great and the weather was hot. Tobey was able to catch TWO guitar picks, so he will be sending them off to our friend, Chris, who played with the band back in the 1970s! After the concert, we waited in line to talk to the band which was fun. We enjoyed checking out all the crafts which were for sale. Tobey and I both took a try at a game sponsored by Ford, and he won $10. Lucky guy! Guess he can pay for gas for the next trip!We are rested now, and ready for the week ahead. We hope you had a good weekend, too!
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