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3 Ways to Avoid the New Year’s Gym Rush

Breaking a sweat can raise your body temperature, but crowded fitness centers full of resolution-crazed exercisers will just make your blood boil. Instead, try one of these unorthodox methods for getting fit.

Inside Congressman Jason Crow’s Intense First Year

Although Democratic Representative Jason Crow may not have the same star power as some other freshman Dems, he was quietly at the heart of some of 2019’s most historic moments. We joined the former Army Ranger along the Front Range and in Washington, D.C., to provide an intimate look at the congressman’s first 365 days.

Where Our Food Editors Are Eating, January 2020

Upscale Thai, artisan teas and lemon bars, and experimental whole grain goodies from Kelly Whitaker are all on the menu this month.

5280’s 10 Best Longreads 2019

From the bizarre saga of Balloon Boy to profiles of notable Coloradans, these are the long-form stories that captured readers’ attention this year.

Denver’s 10 Biggest Moments of 2019

From city and state politics to art, education, and more, 2019 was one to remember. Here, we look back at some of the biggest moments from past year.

Masterpiece Deli Moves In With Old Major

The merger of Justin Brunson’s two restaurants means that Masterpiece’s elevated deli sandwiches will be available at Old Major starting on January 6.

Hot Property: A Crisp Hilltop Contemporary

Clean lines and sleek geometry combine with fabulous finishes and fixtures in this new $2.86-million home, where there’s plenty of free-flowing space for entertaining, both indoors and out.

Sunday Vinyl Opens This Weekend

The chic new wine bar from the Frasca Food and Wine group begins pouring on its eponymous day of the week.

38 Holiday Foodie Events Happening in Colorado in December

Still looking for the perfect way to celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve? Here are all the special holiday menus, Feast of the Seven Fishes parties, and themed end-of-the-year bashes you won’t want to miss.

Monarch Ski Area Colorado

First-Timer’s Guide to Winter in Salida

Salida’s summer crowds thin when the snow starts flying. Come winter, you’ll find moderate temperatures and folks who are still skiing, riding, and soaking up the town’s burgeoning arts and restaurant scene.

Wolf Reintroduction Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Reality

The Rocky Mountain Wolf Action Fund submitted more than 200,000 signatures to the Colorado Secretary of State’s office in favor of reintroducing gray wolves. If enough are validated, the petition will become a 2020 ballot initiative.

This Local Apparel Company Makes Athletic-Inspired Workwear

If Carhartt and Under Armour had a love child, it would look something like Truewerk, the Denver-based online retailer that creates high-end apparel for trade workers—a group often overlooked by outdoor brands.

Art Shows to Know in December and January

This season, deck your halls with something you can leave up all year long: a one-of-a-kind work of art from one of winter’s most anticipated local art exhibitions.

Can a Film With an All-Female Cast Be the Next Big Climbing Movie?

The Never Not Collective set out to make a movie about women climbers—not to navigate gender politics. But as the trio of Western producers has discovered with its new film, Pretty Strong, you can’t do one without the other.

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Wild West

A letter from the editor of 5280‘s December 2019 issue.

Will Jim Deters’ Newest Big Idea Work?

Deters learned some tough lessons as CEO of Galvanize—here’s how Gravity Haus, his hotel concept opening this month in Breckenridge, will be different.

Restaurant Review: LeRoux

From its striking space on the 16th Street Mall, does LeRoux realize its fine-dining ambitions?

Who Is Tim Gill?

He’s one of the most influential social and political figures in the country’s history, but most people don’t know who Tim Gill is. A quarter century after the Colorado tech millionaire became a philanthropist, we take a closer look.

Reaching New Heights

A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s December 2019/January 2020 issue.

Design Find: Art You Can Sit On

Stephen Gulau’s sculptural takes on functional household objects make a striking case for designing outside the box.

These 6 Innovators Are Changing Denver’s Aesthetic

What do a real estate developer, museum director, furniture designer, home-tech creator, and the owners of a design/build firm have in common? They’re all using design ideas to solve problems and dream big for Denver.

7 Places to Buy Reused Outdoor Gear in and Around Denver

It’s not just Patagonia’s new Worn Wear pop-up in Boulder—conscious recreationists are seeking like-new goods for steep discounts, and a growing number of Colorado retailers are meeting that demand.

First-Timer’s Guide: Minturn, Colorado

Celebrating its 115th anniversary this year, the charming town of Minturn is just begging to be explored. Nestled in the Vail Valley, it’s time to make this gem a destination.

Gift Guide 2019: 8 Local Experiences to Share

For the adrenaline junky seeking out their next adventure or the arts lover looking to be a part of the scene, Colorado has myriad experiences to offer—and gift to others.

This Is the Season to Watch CU Basketball

With a strong schedule and a talented roster, the University of Colorado’s men’s basketball team could win the PAC-12 and go deep in March Madness.

A mogul field at Winter Park Resort in Colorado

A Complete List of Everything Alterra Mountain Company Owns

The six-year-old company doesn’t own as much as heavyweight Vail Resorts, but Alterra is scaling up—most recently with the announcement that it will purchase indie favorite Arapahoe Basin. Here’s a timeline of how the industry giant has grown.

More Snow on the Way Could Help Alleviate Drought in Southwest Colorado

While Denver and northern Colorado have seen a fair amount of snow so far this season, southwestern Colorado is currently experiencing a severe drought. This week’s winter storm, which could bring up to two feet to the area, will hopefully alleviate dry conditions.

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