CO Springs or Boulder

Go run in Boulder. Everyone there runs 27:30 for 10k and is open to helping newcomers. The springs is just a Boulder wanna-be. Leave us alone down here . Go to Boulder.

Ha Ha ha aha ha ha ha! (beep, beep, beep, beep...sarcasm alert!)

ONeill wrote:

Go run in Boulder. Everyone there runs 27:30 for 10k and is open to helping newcomers. The springs is just a Boulder wanna-be. Leave us alone down here . Go to Boulder.

I loved boulder and met lots of friendly (and competitive) people to run with. Onn any given day you will run into a world class runner on the track or on the trails. There are miles of hilly trails, but also some long flat dirt roads. My only criticism is that Boulder is very gentrified.

Colorado Springs is the up-and-coming place to train in my opinion. It is quite an unknown. Better winter weather compared to Boulder, more trails, great talented people to train with, and less expensive housing. If the town weren't so conservative and closed-minded it would be perfect. It is changing though and the cultural scene will follow as time goes by. Good luck!

stay at home and save your money. you won't gain any advantage by moving to boulder for a couple months anyway. altitude is not a substitute for hard work..

Still trying to get someone to share the rent? ; )

Do you have a place to stay or any ideas? Leave your email and I will contact you, CO SPrings or Boulder?

letsrun.community wrote:

stay at home and save your money. you won't gain any advantage by moving to boulder for a couple months anyway. altitude is not a substitute for hard work..

Altitude however can be an adjunct to hard work.

The research and experience would state that even 4 weeks is enough to get a performance boost, as long as one adapts properly and takes care.

I would suggest reading Wilber's book on Altitude Training and Athletic Performance.

Moving wrote:

Do you have a place to stay or any ideas? Leave your email and I will contact you, CO SPrings or Boulder?

Actually, I was just wondering if Heather (Co-rnnr) was still trying to find a housemate for her place in the Springs. For more info on housing in the Springs, check with Justin Chastain, who occasionally posts on this site. Justin, what's your contact info?

id take colorado springs over boulder any day, plain and simple. Its a hidden treasure in the shadow of boulders ego.

It depends on what you’re looking for.

Here is a list of what you should probably consider and you make the choice.

Elevation: Boulder is at 5340, Colorado Springs is at 6000 - 6500

Trail accessibility: Colorado Springs trails are about 3 blocks from anywhere you are in the city and most trails are dirt/gravel. Boulder has paved trails throughout the city that are a few blocks from most places, but you have to drive to get to dirt.

Trail choices: Both places have flat and hilly trails, but it’s much easier to get to any type of trail your looking for in the Springs. The Springs has many more choices.

Food: Boulder more choices and better quality

Cost: Pretty much everything is more expensive in Boulder

Nightlife: Boulder has more choices unless you’re into cheesy clubs than I would go to the Springs.

People to run with: There are runners of all levels in both towns that will welcome you, including the elites.

Weather: Awesome in both towns.

Track access: Both have issues finding a track to use, but there are some very good high school tracks in both towns you can use, but you have to drive depending on where you're staying.

In my opinion, if your only goal is running than I would pick the Springs. If you’re looking to party every once in while than you may be happier in Boulder, but the training options aren’t as good as the Springs.

It’s your choice.

luv2run wrote:

Altitude however can be an adjunct to hard work.

The research and experience would state that even 4 weeks is enough to get a performance boost, as long as one adapts properly and takes care.

I would suggest reading Wilber's book on Altitude Training and Athletic Performance.

I'm aware of the concept that altitude training works.

What sometimes goes unsaid is that people move somewhere intending for it to be a boost to their training, but actually end up going backwards.

One friend moved to Boulder and spent more time working to pay the rent (it was a lot higher than where he had been from), and consequently, his training suffered.

Now I have no idea what the original poster's situation really is, but if you could live for free with mom and dad for a few months over the summer, and work 20 hrs/week and train your ass off, that's better than moving to Boulder for the summer, paying rent, and having to run less/work more so you can make ends meet.

Just something to consider.

What about the roads in Boulder vs. Springs for biking?

Need a place to move into? Live with me, A room in my place just opened up and I need a roomate. I run 80mi/wk and I am drug free and alcohol free. E-mail me if you are interested. ~500/mo, access to trails, and I know people ; )

how far apart is CO Spring from Boulder?

I have lived in Colorado Springs and did not find it the running mecca that everyone goes on about.... I also found the altitude to be higher than I felt to be optimal 6700ft but for some thats a great height! I would choose Boulder even though I gather its pricey for the most part, its still a running mecca and I feel the altitude may be just right hovering around 5000ft if I am correct!I know C Springs does have trails and some pretty nice ones even,but no doubt you will have tons of good input on thisso all the best in whatever you decide....

Dazed And Confused wrote:

I am moving to CO this summer for training purposes. Does Boulder or CO Springs have more to offer?

Trails, races, roads, clubs etc?

Colorado Springs and boulder is about an hour and 40 minute drive depending on traffic.

You're actually wrong Sarah, most say that you hardly get any effect at boulder's 5000, that 4000 is about minimum, and 6500 to 7000 is idea. Welcome to colorado springs.

Finally found a house-mate. Checking with Justin Chastin or calling Runners Roost in the Springs are both great contacts for finding ideas for places to live and train.