Let’s face it. For good or bad, everyone knows or has heard of Vail, Colorado. Amazing skiing, ritzy town, and lots of rich folks visiting at all times of the year. Drive just 30 miles west on I-70, out of Vail and past Beaver Creek, though, and you’ll find a town not so many people know about: Eagle, Colorado.
Long known as Vail’s little step-brother, Eagle has been making a name for itself over the last few years. They’re investing lots of money and time into building a world-class trail system, and there seem to be outdoor events and competitions every weekend between April and November.
Speaking of that time frame, Eagle has one thing going for it that Vail can never have: a longer riding season. Because it sits at only 6500 feet and is essentially “high desert” terrain, Eagle is mostly rideable between late April and the end of November. Sometimes even closer to Christmas; and it’s in the Colorado Rockies. Not bad...
