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Pedal the Springs Podcast Ep 49 Medicine Wheel: Trails, Community & What’s Next for Pikes Peak Region
What does it take to create, protect and maintain the trails we love? In this episode of Pedal the Springs, we sit down with Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates (MedWheel) to talk about their history, the story behind their name, and more than three decades of trail building, maintenance, advocacy and stewardship throughout the Pikes Peak Region.

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7 days ago2 min read


3rd Annual BuffaloGrass Music Festival
BuffaloGrass Music Festival is an intimate three-day festival at the historic Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in Colorado Springs, CO.

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Aug 282 min read


Pedal The Springs Podcast EP 48 The Game that Changes How You Ride with Michael Watry
What if every bike ride became a game—and the goal wasn’t just speed or distance, but exploring somewhere new?

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Aug 272 min read


Pedal the Springs Podcast Ep 47 Empowering Kids through Bikes
Promoting Confidence, independence, and mental and physical health by teaching kids how to safely ride a bike.

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Aug 272 min read


August 2026 in the Pikes Peak Region from Buffalo Lodge
Your basecamp for adventure this August from Buffalo Lodge! The Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort team has successfully ridden and returned from Iowa for the 53rd RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa)! This rolling celebration of Iowa attracts participants from all 50 states and many foreign countries. It has covered thousands of miles through the years, and hundreds of thousands of riders have hopped in the saddle to pedal part of those miles. They rode 391 m

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Aug 43 min read


Pedal the Springs Podcast Ep 46: Rider Spotlight - Beth Roalstad Creating Community on Two Wheels
What do cycling and community change have in common? According to Beth Roalstad, they both bring people together, build trust, and create opportunities to change lives! In this episode of Pedal The Springs, Torie sits down with her longtime friend Beth Roalstad, CEO of Homeward Pikes Peak, to talk about two of her greatest passions: cycling and building stronger communities. They discuss how Beth discovered cycling, what she’s learned from more than 20 years of cycling and bu

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Jul 302 min read


Pedal the Springs Podcast Ep 45 Manitou E-Bike Co
How E-Bikes are Opening the Outdoors to everyone!

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Jul 221 min read


Ten Years of Riding Strong : Buffalo Lodge's Big Anniversary Weekend
A decade of two wheels, tight community, and big Colorado adventures — and the party to prove it. June 12–13, 2025 | Colorado Springs, CO | All-weekend event There are places that quietly become part of a community's identity — spots where strangers become regulars, regulars become friends, and friends become the kind of people who show up year after year just to share a ride. Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in Colorado Springs is one of those places. And this June, it's celebra

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Jun 23 min read


Refreshing Buffalo Lodge: Fresh Paint, Patio Shades & 10 Years of Community
There’s something special about bringing a place back to life—and that’s exactly what’s been happening here at Buffalo Lodge. Over the past few months, we’ve been carefully repainting our buildings, restoring them to their original off-white color, accented with the signature pops of turquoise that make the property feel bright, welcoming, and unmistakably ours. After several years of harsh Colorado winters resulting in peeling paint and wear across all of our buildings, it w

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Apr 222 min read


Spring & Summer Events in Colorado Springs in 2026: Rides, Festivals & Adventures Near Buffalo Lodge
No matter what sparks your curiosity, the Pikes Peak Region is overflowing with ways to get outside, connect with community, and make memories on two wheels — or two feet. Here's everything coming up this season that we're excited about, starting right here at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. --- Upcoming Events April 4 – Manitou Ebike Grand Opening Come celebrate with our friends at Manitou Ebikes! [LINK: Manitou Ebikes website] If you've been curious about getting comfortable

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Apr 73 min read


March Events in Colorado Springs
Kick off Spring with bike rides and guided hikes and these other events in Colorado Springs this March! Monday, March 9th marks the restart of the Monday Night Bike Ride through Garden of the Gods with our ride led by Mike! We depart from the Lodge at 5:30 pm, bring your bike, water, and your helmet for an evening ride through the iconic Garden of the Gods. This ride is open to all cyclists, be aware that Garden of the Gods is quite hilly. We will also be hosting a Live Podc

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Mar 63 min read


Year Round Bike Rides with Buffalo Lodge Bike Tribe in Colorado Springs
Learn about our year round weekly bike ride that leaves from the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in Colorado Springs.

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Feb 102 min read


National Plan For Vacation Day 2026
Tuesday, January 27th is National Plan for Vacation Day, a day to remind and encourage people to book their summer vacations ahead of time. Booking your vacations in January not only gets you the best prices on travel and lodging, but also carves out that time off well in advance of the average vacation planner, making sure you get to use your time off to relax, explore, and adventure the way you want to. And there’s no better place for a summer adventure than Colorado Spring

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Jan 272 min read


Looking back on 2025 at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
As we wrap up another memorable year at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, we wanted to share a small reflection of what we accomplished together. This end of year document highlights the experiences, growth, and moments that shaped 2025! It has been a joy welcoming guests from across the country, collaborating with our local partners, and continuing to build a place that celebrates bikes, community, and the spirit of adventure in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region. Thank

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Jan 221 min read


Announcing: Colorado Springs Burrito League at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
🏃♂️🌯 Training for a marathon is cool, but have you tried running the same 0.2 mile over and over for prizes and bragging rights? Welcome to the Burrito League at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. See our TV Spot on KOAA News 5! Check out our livestream below! We are keeping it runner friendly for winter: • Parking on site • Bathrooms inside the main lodge • Heaters on the front patio • Cameras on property (safety first!) • 25 Breakfast Burritos & 25 Chicken Biscuit Sandwiches

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Jan 122 min read


2026 Events in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region
A non comprehensive list of amazing events happening in the Colorado Springs area in 2026!

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Jan 93 min read


Biking Colorado Springs from Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort
Exploring Colorado Springs by bike is an exceptional way to see all that the Pikes Peak Region has to offer all from your basecamp at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.

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Nov 20, 20254 min read


Holidays in Colorado Springs
List of holidays at the Lodge happenings including Community Potluck, Songs & Stories with Santa, Holiday Markets, and Dancing into 2026 NYE party.

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Nov 19, 20252 min read


Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort at the 31st Annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races
Fall is one of our favorite times of year here at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. The crisp air, golden leaves, and fun local traditions make it a perfect season to celebrate community and creativity. One of the most spirited events in the region is the annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races in Manitou Springs, and this year, we were thrilled to take part once again. The Buffalo Lodge rolled into the 31st Annual Coffin Races as “Greased Lightning,” bringing plenty of energy and

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Oct 30, 20252 min read


October is Bike Shop Appreciation
October is Bike Shop Appreciation Month, ride your bike to your local bike shop for a tune up and support local small business!

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Oct 10, 20251 min read
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