In this episode of the Elevating Steamboat podcast, presented by The Carpet Shoppe, host Gardner Flannigan sits down with Laraine Martin, Executive Director of Routt County Riders (RCR), to explore how this dynamic nonprofit is transforming cycling culture in the Yampa Valley. Under Laraine's leadership, RCR has expanded its mission beyond trail maintenance to champion … [Read more...] about ELEVATING STEAMBOAT | Routt County Riders
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Steamboat Comedy | Ep. 140 River Rats
In this episode Kyle Ruff and Matt Newland discuss their recent experience of debauchery and shenanigans at the Annual Steamboat Springs 'Riverfest,' and their opinions on raft culture as a whole. Topics also include Kyle drunken escapades, Matt's philosophical questions, shitty football coaches, and more sentences that have never been said. Please be aware that this … [Read more...] about Steamboat Comedy | Ep. 140 River Rats
Time For A New Beginning!
To Fans and Supporters of Steamboat Locals Media, First and foremost—thank you. Your support over the past year has meant everything. After nearly two decades in traditional media, I launched Steamboat Locals Media as a bold experiment: to create a solely digital, hyper-local platform that combined radio, blogs, and podcasts to reflect and amplify the unique voice of our … [Read more...] about Time For A New Beginning!
Time For A Summer Wellness Reset
It usually starts small. Maybe your legs feel just a little heavier pedaling up Morning Gloria. Maybe your back twinges after stacking wood or hoisting your kid out of the Chariot. You catch yourself rubbing your temples in line at the Farmer’s Market, or realize the mirror is showing a bit more fatigue than you remember. You chalk it up to the usual suspects—age, stress, maybe … [Read more...] about Time For A Summer Wellness Reset
Celebrating the Joy of Pets
A month to celebrate the joy pets bring to people’s lives and promote responsible pet ownership, May is National Pet Month. Whether you are a current pet owner, a hopeful pet owner or unsure if pet ownership is for you, it’s a great time to learn about the benefits and responsibilities that come along with having an animal companion in your life. Undoubtedly, there … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Joy of Pets
Steamboat Comedy Podcast (Ep. 139 – Pope Johnny Chicago)
In this episode, your boys Kyle Ruff and Matt Newland are back in the studio after Kyle's week of diving back into his theatrical roots. Topics include more sentences that have never been said, another corporate whore of the week, and a new segment: Unassuming Dick of the Week. Please be aware that this podcast contains explicit material and is not recommended for … [Read more...] about Steamboat Comedy Podcast (Ep. 139 – Pope Johnny Chicago)
Spoke Talk: Positive Path For Gravel Cycling
As the Director of Marketing for SBT GRVL®, I’m convinced I have the best job in the entire world. My job entails promoting not only the event, but the stunning riding on Routt County’s rural roads. In essence, I’m in the business of FOMO - and if you receive an email, video, or social post that doesn’t make you want to come join us in June, then I’m not doing my job … [Read more...] about Spoke Talk: Positive Path For Gravel Cycling
Raising Riders in the Yampa Valley
Gearing Up for Growth: A Parent’s Guide to Kids’ Mountain Bikes in Steamboat Spring in the Yampa Valley is a time of renewal. The snow melts from Emerald’s ridgelines, wildflowers pop along the creek beds, and the trails begin calling us back. But for parents, it’s also a season of realization: our kids have grown during the cold winter months—sometimes more than we realize… … [Read more...] about Raising Riders in the Yampa Valley
FRESH TUNES (05-14-2025)
Steamboat Locals strives to be the place you learn about new music first! Whether it’s a new song from an artist you know, or an innovative sound from an artist you ought to know, Steamboat Locals is constantly updating our music selection each week. Here are some new songs added just this past week: "Song From Yesterday - Chance Peña Chance Peña's "Song … [Read more...] about FRESH TUNES (05-14-2025)
Trail Names Under Consideration
New Directional Downhill Trail Features Berms, Jumps, Drop and Quarry Rocks Trail Blazers Wanted! The city is working on a new downhill trail on Emerald Mountain, and it’s going to be wheelie awesome. But your help is needed in selecting a name that really flows! Four potential names have been narrowed down and are the finalists for the new downhill mountain bike trail … [Read more...] about Trail Names Under Consideration