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Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat- Winter Version

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Our Summer Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat Package is so popular, we now have one for the winter season. It’s likely the most amazing deal you’ll find anywhere in Colorado for the 2021-2022 winter season. We’ve done all the planning and you will have all the fun! The Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat Winter Package includes all you need to get fed, rested, and stoked for a true adventure in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Make some fresh tracks and explore backcountry powder, glamp at the beautiful Green Bridge Inn in Red Cliff, Colorado and then explore a new area the next day. This amazing winter package can be one, two, or three days long!

Included in your Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat Winter Package is 10% off rentals from Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals, 10% off 4 meals at Mango’s Mountain Grill, and 10% off 3 nights of lodging at Green Bridge Inn. This is the ultimate weekend or half-week adventure. See details below.

Our winter season typically begins end of November or early December, dependent on the Forest Service and Mother Nature.

Day One: Whether it’s your first time on a snowmobile or you are a seasoned rider, we’ve got the best machine for your ability. Your Rocky Mountain winter adventure begins as you head out the back door of Red Cliff, Colorado on Shrine Pass Road. Explore 66,000 acres of backcountry wonderland on Vail Pass and Camp Hale. Packed trails will guide the way for beginner riders and more experienced riders can venture off into playgrounds of fresh powder in open meadows or trees. Sensational views of the Gore and Sawatch Ranges provide perfect photo opportunities and awe-inspiring backdrops. Terrain types vary and are suitable for all levels.

Day Two: After resting up overnight at the Green Bridge Inn and plenty to eat at Mango’s Mountain Grill, you’re ready for another day of adventure. Skip the lines, crowds and boring chairlift rides at the ski resorts and make some fresh tracks on your skis or board in the backcountry. You don’t even have to “earn your turns.” You can ride up or be towed up on our exclusive utility snowmobiles, designed with equipment racks for skis or boards. If you’ve wanted to try backcountry skiing, this is the way to do it without hassle and within safe bounds.

Day Three: You’re a true outdoor adventure seeker and can’t get enough of the winter-time thrills. We get it! There’s more to do and see. We invite you to change up your machine and try out the fastest-growing winter sport- Timbersleds (think dirt biking on snow). Travel south to Buena Vista and explore Cottonwood Pass with a final destination at over 12,000 feet to a frozen alpine lake. The charming town of Buena Vista sits at the base of the Continental Divide with the backdrop of Colorado’s tallest mountain peaks. Cottonwood Pass is Colorado’s best-kept snowmobiling secret.

The Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat Winter Package was created by our local experts with YOU in mind. Likely your Colorado ski vacation time is never long enough and you want to make the most of it. Our local staff knows the Rocky Mountain backcountry like no one else. For you this means maximum fun and no guesswork. Consider us your local friends with the insider tips. We will listen to the particular wants and needs of your group and offer customized suggestions for each day of your stay in the Colorado mountains near Vail or Buena Vista, Colorado. Please give us a call today, we are eager to hear from you.

Red Cliff location (970) 471-8491 / Buena Vista location (719) 966-5233

*Minimum requirements to qualify for the Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat Winter Package are a 2-day rental from RMAR and a 1-night stay at the Green Bridge Inn. Holidays are excluded.

Snowmobiling Near Denver

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Denver Snowmobiling: Where to ride

Those living on the front range of Colorado near Denver have direct access to both the central mountains and northern mountains for riding. Determining where to snowmobile comes down to what you’re looking for. Some locations are more remote and offer very little in the way of amenities such as fuel, restaurants and lodging while others are located just outside of town.

Where should I snowmobile if I’m a beginner or intermediate rider?

Vail Pass Recreation Area is your best bet if you’re new to the sport. Offering 66,000 acres of snowmobile terrain, Vail Pass is considered one of the best riding locations in the state. The terrain is a mix of hard packed, sometimes-groomed road and open powder fields. The towns of Red Cliff, Copper Mountain and Vail are nearby if you need lodging or food. There are typically large groups of riders out recreating if you find yourself needing help. The avalanche danger is slightly less than other areas but make no mistake, you need to bring a map and know where you are going. Vail Pass sees a lot of traffic on the weekends and there is a daily parking fee of $10 at the summit. Vail Pass Recreation Area is located off of I-70 at mile marker 190 – just 90 minutes from Denver in good traffic.

Where can I snowmobile near Denver that is unique but also offers lodging and restaurants?

Two great options:

Southwest of Denver: Take highway 285 out of Denver and head for Chaffee County. Home of our Buena Vista outpost, great restaurants, lodging, and one of the best breweries in the state – Eddyline. From Buena Vista, you will have easy access to Cottonwood Pass which offers wide open powder fields, no crowds, and breathtaking views of the collegiate peaks. This area is still considered a secret among Colorado riders but it is gaining in popularity. 

West of Denver: Take I-70 West from Denver and exit 171 towards Minturn. Go through Minturn and over Battle Mountain to the town of Red Cliff. Park your truck and trailer at Mango’s Mountain Grill or pick up some rentals from our Red Cliff outpost. Leave out of Red Cliff on Shrine Pass Road and explore thousands of acres in the Vail Pass Recreation area. Have a meal at Mango’s and stay the night at the Green Bridge Inn for more fun the next day.

Where should I snowmobile near Denver if I’m an advanced rider or looking for something more remote?

Located off of Highway 40, you will find Rabbit Ears Pass. Rabbit Ears is about an hour drive north out of Silverthorne, Colorado. Take Highway 9 from Silverthorne to Kremmling and then head west on highway 40. Rabbit Ears is a popular riding destination for Summit County and Steamboat locals and visitors. The advantage is that there are very few tourists which means you’ll be riding next to those who really know the terrain. Rabbit Ears Pass offers no amenities so be sure to pack enough fuel and food for the trip and always carry proper avalanche safety equipment and maps of the area. This is a true Colorado backcountry experience.

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Our Timbersled Snow Bike rentals are ideal for intermediate riders of dirt bikes and can handle any terrain and any condition. Our adult Timbersled Snow Bikes are built using a KTM 450 SXF Body and we also offer the Timbersled ST Ripper for kids who want to ride. Learn more about Timbersled Snow Bike Rentals

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The history behind the Timbersled Snow Bike

The idea of the Timbersled started back in 2001. The original concepts were using a tire on front with the track system mounted in the back. There were numerous modifications through the years and for the most part, the original Timbersled was difficult to ride and just didn’t offer the float that one looks for when riding through snow. The real breakthroughs came in 2010 and by 2013 the Timbersled Snow Bike was using a super light weight ski up front and a modified rear suspension that offered the necessary float. Now entering 2016, the Timbersled has quickly become the preferred choice for backcountry travel.

In 2013, Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals became the first company in Colorado to offer the Timbersled Snow Bike as a rental machine. Since then, we have continued to push the boundaries of the sport and introduce Timbersledding to new riders across the country and world. In 2017, Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals won the first ever Timbersled Enduro Race and is also credited with having the first women’s Timbersled racing team. Through the years, we have perfected the install kits to work efficiently and effectively on KTM Dirt bikes to handle the most extreme conditions.

 

While the sport of Timbersledding is still in its infancy, we here at Rocky Mountain Adventure Rentals are excited for what the future holds and hope that you will come join us soon.

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