Let the Games Begin

Snow is not the only thing moving through the Roaring Fork Valley this week as more than 200 of the best action sports athletes have followed it into town. Locals and visiting sports fans alike are gearing up for this years Winter X Games which is to be held at Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colorado. Competitors from around the world are set to begin competition tomorrow with day and evening events scheduled through Sunday. Names like Shaun White, Lindsey Jacobellis and Nate Holland are one of the reasons so many have already planned their weekend getaway to the valley. Located within walking distance from the bus stop, The Hotel Denver provides a perfect option for winter sports fans looking to retreat from the Aspen chaos.