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This is what we think Roy Scheider would say to us if he’d hadn’t already dispensed this sage advice back in 1975 regarding how to go about catching the world’s most famous shark. Now that we’ve turned two-years-old, we’re long past the crawling stage and things need to be Sir and Sport-proofed as we’ve gained full movement in our legs. In the same vein, all of our featured guests in this issue find themselves on their own journeys of growth and maturation, accompanied with strong signs pointing to upper echelon company. In the most death-defying sport we’ve ever seen, Olympic hopeful Stephen Garbett trains for gold in South Korea (page 66), while Philip Lindsay rushes his way through Boulder, the Pac-12 and soon to the NFL where his dreams are far from just football (page 71). Former race car champion Enrico Bertaggia has transformed the way the likes of Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche can all be sampled on one track (page 88) and 36 hours with the Denver Broncos’ Shane Ray shows you just how hard this up-and-coming star works to keep his life going in every direction (page 32). Also in this issue, we doubled down on fashion with not only a seasonal spread of fall and winter looks through the Colorado mountain man (page 56), but we also launched our inaugural fashion guide to help make our fellow man feel better about his wardrobe choices and practices moving forward (page 50). And in Bib & Tucker (page 24), Ron Wagner of Bespoke Edge here in Denver gives us some of his tips and insight on the world of men’s clothes.
Taking up fly fishing over the summer along Colorado’s Eagle River
Who’s hungry? I’m always hungry – and I turned into Starvin’ Marvin after producing our holiday food shoot with some of Colorado’s top chefs (page 76) as well as our interview with the Broadmoor’s Executive Chef David Patterson (page 22). Meanwhile, we’ve never been more prepared and excited to turn our online content and newly launched video channel, Sir and Sport TV, into something really special. Sir and Sport is only getting stronger and better and I’m eternally thankful for your support and readership. Cheers to you and yours and what I hope is a wonderful holiday season and new year!
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[ THE ] PROS
Clockwise: Clayton Jenkins, Justin Tobias Jenkins, Bryan Harris, Chelsea Magness
JUSTIN TOBIAS JENKINS Justin has lived in the Denver area for 17 years and has traveled to over 35 countries in the last 15 years as a model for Ford, Wilhelmina, MP Mega and Maximum Talent in Denver. He has appeared in more than 30 television commercials and has guided several other people into the fashion business as successful models. He has two children, Ocean (12) and Eden (10). He coaches his son’s little league football team and attends Denver Community Church. In our Men’s Fashion Guide (page 50), he steps away from the spotlight and behind the scenes as fashion director and stylist.
CLAYTON JENKINS Clayton Jenkins owns a boutique photography studio in Fort Collins, Colorado, where he has specialized in lifestyle portraiture for the last 12 years. He has recently ventured into filmmaking, allowing him to capture people both in print and on camera. He has been married to his beautiful wife Anna for 15 years and together they are raising three wonderful girls, which he counts as his greatest accomplishment to date. Clayton’s work has been seen in numerous publications and campaigns. He is excited to partner with Sir and Sport as it marries two of his great interests; men’s fashion and creative photography. See his work in our Men’s Fashion Guide (page 50).
BRYAN HARRIS Bryan Harris is an international model hailing from St. Louis, Missouri. He is a graduate of Auburn University where he played football and earned a degree in economics. Now working on an MBA, Bryan lives in Denver, Colorado, where he takes advantage of everything the mountains have to offer – from skiing, to hiking, to fly fishing. In addition, Bryan is seasoned in television production, having produced and managed a number of notable series based out of Denver. In this issue, he is the subject of our Men’s Fashion Guide.
CHELSEA MAGNESS A Colorado girl through and through, Chelsea Magness is a staple at Reign Media, working on all of our titles including Sir and Sport. She attended the Art Institute of Colorado where she earned a degree in fashion retail management, honing her visual merchandising and styling skills. A thrill seeker, animal lover and travel aficionado, Chelsea spends her days outside of the office racing off-road trucks in Mexico and riding horses competitively. Chelsea has a strong eye for men’s fashion and served as lead stylist on our Great Outdoors feature (page 56).
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THE LOCATION A family ranch, tucked away deep into the hills of Colorado. With 8,000 untouched acres to set the stage, our location was showing off on that crisp fall day. Pines, Aspens, lakes, plenty of colors and authentic log cabins dot the property, making it the perfect place to capture the unrivaled beauty of the Rockies as the weather begins to turn.
THE INSPIRATION “So much of what Sir and Sport has displayed on previous covers and
THE FASHION
photo shoots has leaned more closely with the dapper and the
“FOR OUR PAST COVERS, WE’VE LEANED TOWARDS LUXURY AND FORMALITY, BUT WE WANTED TO DO SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT THIS TIME. AIMING TO BRING IT BACK TO THOSE COLORADO BASICS, WE DECIDED TO SHOWCASE A LOOK THAT EVERY ONE OF OUR READERS CAN RELATE TO. WE DITCHED THE SUIT AND TIE AND REPLACED IT WITH SIMPLE LAYERS AND ACTIVEWEAR THAT NEARLY ANY GUY CAN PULL OUT OF HIS CLOSET AND PIECE TOGETHER. A CASHMERE CARDIGAN AND AG CORDS PAIRED PERFECTLY WITH A WOOL BLEND OVERCOAT AND OF COURSE, TOM FORD SHADES.”
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spectacular region. I couldn’t get the Brett Favre-throwing-a-footballaround-the-yard-in-jeans theme out of my head, so I suppose I need to give some props to the future Hall of Fame quarterback for his unknowing role in all of this. Plus, Moose the dog was a natural and really tied the
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whole shoot together, much like The Dude’s rug in The Big Lebowski.” -KEVIN MARR, EDITOR IN CHIEF
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MADE IN VENICE
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ack in the 1970s, Venice Beach in Los Angeles was one of the most influential areas in the world when it came to art, music, surfing and skateboarding. The new skateboarding documentary, Made in Venice, is as close as you’ll come to the heartbeat of the sport, from its birthplace on the streets of “Dogtown” to the local skateboarders who have held it up as “tradition” from the early ‘70s to today. The feature captures the firsthand stories and recollections of 40-plus years of skateboarding in Venice that started as the Z-Boys and continued with its legendary street skaters and locals who offer their insider’s look back at the early days of surviving the rough streets. Edgy. Raw. Dangerous. It’s a lifestyle and neighborhood with mixed results, with the miraculous end game of an incomparable state-of-the-art skate park right on the Pacific Ocean, serving as a shrine and landmark for future generations to enjoy. ›› MORE AT MADEINVENICEMOVIE.COM
FERRARI TURNS 70 IN THE USA October marked the 70th anniversary of Ferrari and its works of art gracing the roadways of America and, as such, the Italian automaker celebrated the milestone in grand fashion in New York City. With fans, clients and collectors in attendance, iconic classics were on display, as well as notable examples of contemporary models. Rockefeller Plaza hosted an open-air exhibition displaying one extraordinary car per decade, as well as the limited edition LaFerrari Aperta and Michael Schumacher’s Grand-Prix winning F2001. A store-front exhibition on Fifth Avenue showcased iconic racing cars, past and present, while other city venues engaged in Ferrari front-engine V12s as well as supercars and priceless models, such as the 250 LM, from across the decades. ›› MORE AT FERRARI.COM
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T H E G R E AT O U T D O O R S Denver, Colorado has received a huge compliment and subsequent business partner moving forward with Outdoor Retailer, who has announced that the Mile High City will be the new home for all its shows beginning in 2018. For the past 22 years, Outdoor Retailer has held its conventions in Salt Lake City, Utah, however, beginning with the Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show on January 25th-28th, Colorado’s capital will be the epicenter for all things Outdoor Retailer. The Colorado Convention Center will also host the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market on July 23rd-26th, as well as the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market from November 8th-11th, 2018. With the endless resources and outdoor activities that Colorado has been blessed with, whether it’s fishing, hunting, skiing, exploring or camping, Denver was Outdoor Retailer’s undeniable choice. ›› MORE AT OUTDOORRETAILER.COM
OCEAN PRIME TIME Downtown Denver’s Ocean Prime, the award-winning modern American restaurant and lounge, is expanding to include another location in the heart of Denver Tech Center. Come summer of 2018, the new property at the Belleview Promenade Center in Greenwood Village will be open weekdays for lunch and nightly for dinner, serving guests the same prime seafood, steaks, handcrafted cocktails and world-class wines they’ve come to expect from Ocean Prime. “We’re excited to open a second Denver location of Ocean Prime in Greenwood Village,” said Cameron Mitchell, founder and CEO of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. “The Denver Tech Center area is growing rapidly and attracting more residents and relocating companies. We’re very happy to be part of this growth and to deliver our genuine hospitality to southeast Denver,” he added. The new location, designed by Mark Knauer of Knauer, Inc., is slated to be 12,301 square feet, and will feature dining room and patio seating. ›› MORE AT OCEAN-PRIME.COM
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A TRUE CARSON CLASSIC Back in the mid-1980s, late night television legend Johnny Carson bought a four-acre, cliff-top home above the celebrity-studded Point Dume community in Malibu overlooking the Pacific Ocean where he lived with third wife, Alexis, until his death in 2005. The current owners have restored the home and have now placed the spectacular property on the market for a whopping $81.5 million. Nestled within its four acres of lush gardens, the two-bedroom, 7,083-square-foot main house designed by architect Ed Niles is a study in wood beams, glass and landscaping that blurs the line between indoors and out. Thirty-foot high glass ceilings and an indoor arboretum are accented with a copper and glass fireplace and open entertaining spaces including an Asian-style lounge. The many dining options include a formal space indoors or a more casual eatery on the terrace overlooking the ocean. There’s also a separate casual dining room, all served by the chef ’s kitchen. The master suite is on the upper level with his-and-hers baths with onyx fixtures and separate wardrobes, an office and ocean terrace. Also included are a wine and tasting room, media room, and sun deck with pool and waterfall. On the grounds are championship tennis courts with a pavilion that has two bedrooms, kitchen, gym and locker room, a waterfall and koi pond and another separate guest house. As you’d expect, the home also has private keyed beach access. Co-listing agents are Linda May of Hilton & Hyland, Beverly Hills and Chris Cortazzo of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, Malibu. ›› MORE AT TOPTENREALESTATEDEALS.COM
B R U C E O N B R O A D WAY If you find yourself in New York City between now and February 3rd, there’s a really Boss event going on at the Walter Kerr Theatre hosted by a familiar face (and voice). Springsteen on Broadway has been described as part concert/part retrospective/part confession by the one-andonly Bruce Springsteen with topics ranging from family and our country to faith and music’s magic. Much of the inspiration for this show stems from the iconic musician’s 2016 autobiography Born to Run, while the stage’s aid of an acoustic guitar, microphone and grand piano accompany Springsteen’s tales of his childhood and path to the American artist that he is today. “I wanted to do some shows that were as personal and intimate as possible. I chose Broadway for this project because it has the beautiful old theaters which seemed like the right setting for what I have in mind. In fact, with one or two exceptions, the 960 seat Walter Kerr Theatre is probably the smallest venue I’ve played in the last 40 years. My show is just me, the guitar, the piano and the words and music. Some of the show is spoken, some of it is sung. It loosely follows the arc of my life and my work. All of it together is in pursuit of my constant goal to provide an entertaining evening and to communicate something of value,” says Springsteen. ›› MORE AT BRUCESPRINGSTEEN.NET/BROADWAY
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When it comes to college football bowl games nowadays, we’ve come to care less about who’s playing than we do about where they’re playing. Granted, there are always a few attractive matchups but, more often than not, we’re not glued to San Diego State versus Iowa – unless, of course, that game is in a kickass city. Having said this, here are our Sir and Sport 7 to consider for your road trip as they relate to outstanding settings that ensure a good time regardless of the final score.
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01. THE BAHAMAS BOWL NASSAU, BAHAMAS DECEMBER 22, 2017 Casinos. Beaches. Yachts. Fishing. Sun. Beautiful women. Imagine James Bond going away for a college football weekend. Enough said, right? Incidentally, the 2016 Bahamas Bowl saw Old Dominion edge out Eastern Michigan 24-20.
02. THE HAWAII BOWL HONOLULU, HAWAII DECEMBER 24, 2017 Let’s begin with Christmas in Hawaii. We’re OK with that. The North Shore. Luaus. Surfing. Drives around Oahu. Working on your tan. Robin Masters’ compound from Magnum P.I. Plus, Santa Claus in coming to town! Last year’s bowl game saw the hometown Hawaii Rainbows knock off Middle Tennessee in a shootout, 52-35. Aloha.
03. THE PINSTRIPE BOWL NEW YORK, NEW YORK DECEMBER 27, 2017 While it’s not played in the original Yankee Stadium, we still think this is a bucket list item to see a football game in The Bronx where Aaron Judge is launching baseballs into the stratosphere. It’s New York City. Museums. Fine dining. American history. Central Park. Maybe catch a show or a hockey game at MSG. It’s always convenient to have a city that never sleeps at your disposal. In last year’s game, the Big 10’s Northwestern beat the ACC’s Pitt, 31-24.
04. THE MUSIC CITY BOWL NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE DECEMBER 29, 2017 Personally, we look for any reason to go to Nashville. The outdoor activities are endless. The abundance of music is everywhere hence the city’s nickname. Great food. BBQ. Hot chicken. Southern hospitality at its finest. It’s got a remarkable downtown setup with the stadium just across the river that hugs the skyline. Last year’s matchup was a good one with Tennessee beating Nebraska 38-24.
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05. THE FIESTA BOWL GLENDALE, ARIZONA DECEMBER 30, 2017 The Arizona desert in December is absolutely flawless. While the rest of the country is freezing their collective asses off, we’ll be at the pool. Or on the fairway. Or exploring the red rocks of Sedona or the wine bars of Scottsdale. Come game day, the Fiesta Bowl normally gets two solid teams ready to put on a show. Last year saw DeShaun Watson and Clemson wipe out Ohio State 31-0 on their way to the National Championship Game and title win against Alabama.
06. THE SUGAR BOWL NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA JANUARY 1, 2018 This year, the winner of the Sugar Bowl goes on to the National Championship Game in Atlanta. You know you’re going to get two of the nation’s best programs. You also know that you’re going to get one of the country’s best parties. Here’s how we would do New Orleans – eat our face off at as many restaurants as possible in one of the best food cities anywhere. Hit up the Jazz District for some laid-back Big Easy good times. We’d do an airboat tour in the bayou for some action and adventure while also hitting up some city and historical tours. We might flirt a bit with the French Quarter, but we’d try to go the way of the local and steer clear of too much nonsense. Last year, the Sugar Bowl saw Oklahoma beat Auburn, 35-19.
07. THE ROSE BOWL PASADENA, CALIFORNIA JANUARY 1, 2018 We save our best for last. Pasadena on New Year’s Day is unmatched. Start with the Rose Parade. You must go. Get your coffee for the early morning wakeup and thank us later. It’s as incredible an experience as you can imagine and watching it on television doesn’t do it justice. The Rose Bowl, located in the Arroyo Seco with the San Gabriel Mountains serving as the backdrop, is beyond reproach. For us, it’s the best setting in sports – let alone a college football game. You’re basically in Los Angeles so the beaches, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Disneyland and Orange County are all within reach. This year’s Rose Bowl winner heads to Atlanta for the National Championship Game. In 2017, USC beat Penn State in a 52-49 thriller on a game-winning field goal with no time left.
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tringing green beans when you’re eight-years-old is torture.”
Chef David Patterson doesn’t mince words when it comes to his time growing up in eastern Kentucky. But if he had to do it all over again, he wouldn’t change a thing. Those childhood days in the garden with his grandfather shucking corn, canning tomatoes and picking blackberries for preserves have all ended up shaping him not only as the individual that he is today, but also in guiding him on the impressive culinary road that he continues to travel. His journeys have sent him globetrotting, with present day finding Patterson as the executive chef at the world-renowned Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs, where he oversees the property’s staggeringly diverse 10 restaurants and additional 10 cafés and lounges…and a staff of 250 culinarians. Sound like an endless crazy day at the office? Patterson has it covered. While his foray into food evolved from traditional southern cooking with family, country hams hanging in the pantry and fried chicken dinners, the career-changing tutelage commenced with the five years that he spent learning and working with acclaimed Chef Alain Ducasse.
The cooking icon from the south of France took Patterson under his wing, landing the duo in some of the most celebrated kitchens of Paris, Monaco and New York. Under Ducasse, Patterson’s repertoire and vision would predictably take on strong similarities to that of his mentor’s. “Chef Ducasse has a tremendous reverence for the ingredient,” explains Patterson. “The underlying theme with our cuisine is that you’re only as good as what you harvest and what your purveyors bring you. It’s that relationship with these folks that are actually doing the growing, the raising, the hunting and the fishing.” At The Broadmoor, the expectations have always been as high as the altitude. Patterson is only the sixth executive chef in the property’s history and, with that, comes the responsibility to devise an unforgettable dining experience to each and every one of its thousands of guests. The volume and scale is mind-numbing, particularly when the flavors and service require perfection from every culinary corner. “The size and scope is significantly larger than anything I’ve done. The Broadmoor’s scale is easily the most daunting aspect,” Patterson says with a smile. So how does Chef Patterson’s world-class education translate to 800 guest rooms, 20 unique dining menus and 300,000 square feet of banquet event space? It’s a balancing act like no other. The most obvious strategy is to take advantage of that aforementioned staff of 250. “We spend a lot of time teaching and training,” Patterson begins. “Mentorship is the most important aspect of what we do as chefs. We’re one of the old school industries in that regard and we invest a tremendous amount of energy working with the team and teaching them what I know. I ask them to do their very best and to trust their gut. We show them what perfect is and then we ask them to make it perfect every single time.” Chef Patterson freely admits to being surrounded by passionate cooks whom he feels are much smarter than he was at their age. With that kind of competence supporting his cause, he can tackle the rest of his daily to-do list with much more peace of mind. He’s in the kitchen cooking every single day. He walks the property for every meal period while connecting with his entire team. He’s in the dining rooms talking to guests and friends of The Broadmoor who are dining there every night. He’s part culinary master and part politician, shaking hands and kissing babies. Chef’s responsibilities also fall onto the legendary Penrose Room, one of the magnificent dining experiences anywhere in the country and a surefire Michelin star-worthy restaurant if they were awarded in Colorado (currently just New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Washington D.C. in the U.S.). Colorado’s only Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond restaurant finds itself with even loftier goals under Patterson, “Now more than ever, we’re really taking some dramatic strides to elevate the cuisine in the Penrose Room,” he says with excitement. “Recently we brought in Max Robbins as Chef de Cuisine, who’s a world-class chef with six years under Thomas Keller at Per Se and French Laundry. He’s young, energized, completely devoted to the craft and has everyone giddy about food, and it’s reflected by what’s on the plate every night.” Patterson’s genuine appreciation for The Broadmoor’s unique and storied history is abundantly clear. Regarding the Penrose Room: “It’s important that restaurants like this still exist. It’s a
IT’S IMPORTANT THAT RESTAURANTS LIKE THIS STILL EXIST. IT’S A DYING BREED AND IS THE HEART AND SOUL OF LUXURY AND FINE DINING.” dying breed and is the heart and soul of luxury and fine dining. You’ve got to have a connection to the past and the history or else there’s no point of reference.” As it pertains to the resort’s menu creations that Patterson authored, his research proved equally reflective in its execution. “The Broadmoor is nearing its century mark and none of that is lost on me. You have a character like Spencer Penrose who built these facilities ages ago and used them as hunting camps and lodges and his touch was left on these buildings. As I learned about this cooking club and Spencer’s love for being in the kitchen and providing hospitality, I needed to apply this history to a food and beverage concept that would be relevant for our guests today.” As the holidays approach, such a well-rounded and experienced creator of flavors and dishes surely has a seasonal favorite. “Maybe it’s because I grew up as a savory cook, but I’ve always had a soft spot for sweets,” he shares. “I love spending my time outside of work baking bread from scratch, cakes and pies. When it comes time for the holidays, for me it’s fresh baked bread out of the oven that is evocative of a special occasion – plus a good charcuterie and cheeses, shuck some oysters and that’s Christmas dinner at our house.” That special dinner always waits a few days after December 25th because Chef David Patterson and his Broadmoor kitchen crews are working on Christmas, feeding 4,000 lucky mouths the best holiday feast imaginable. All in day’s work for a kid from Kentucky who would give anything to spend a day in the garden with his grandfather again. ›› MORE AT BROADMOOR.COM
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Best dressed celebrity past? I’ve always been a fan of Steve McQueen’s (Fig. 1) style. Steve didn’t seem to fuss too much over having everything just perfect. I think that he was really the godfather of what we today call effortless style.
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Best dressed celebrity present? Daniel Craig (Fig. 2). Many of us are familiar with his style as James Bond, but he’s just as sharply dressed off the set. What I like is that he tends to build looks around very masculine sartorial staples, like a henley T-shirt, a leather jacket or a scarf, and often expertly paired with denim. Similar to McQueen, Craig is certainly the one wearing his clothes, not the other way around. Your earliest men’s fashion inspiration? Photos of my father wearing the classic double breasted suits and hats of the late ‘40s and early ‘50s. When a man buys clothing, the most important thing for him to remember is ... The fit. I believe that a good fit is the single best way to feel more confident and comfortable in one’s clothes. Favorite fashion designers? I have always enjoyed Tom Ford’s (Fig. 3) work. I particularly like how he seems to focus on the fundamentals, but executing on them flawlessly. I think that he’s reminded a lot of men that a simple dark blazer in a sophisticated cut paired with a crisp white dress shirt, with or without a necktie, is a knockout look. Fill us in on what you’re loving fashion-wise this season. I’m a big fan of both the cardigan and the simple crew neck sweater. Today’s sweaters have such a nicely fitted look that they have become super versatile. Combine with a sharp looking pair of slacks for the office or dress things down a bit with some selvedge denim and you’re good to go. Regarding suiting, I’m excited to see Bib & Tucker: what custom suits we build for our clients with flannel fabrics. Flannel suiting is one of the most underrepresented looks, but one that I’d argue is perfect for the Denver guy. Also, cashmere A phrase dating and wool blended suiting is shaping up to be very popular this season. back to the mid-
1700s meaning one’s finest clothes.
Ron Wagner has spent 40 years in the menswear business, helping dapper gentlemen across the globe look their sharpest. Having founded Denver’s Bespoke Edge five years ago with his sons, Ryan and Brett, Colorado’s highest reviewed custom clothier is one that’s all in the family. And we like everything about that. Sir and Sport sat down with Wagner to get his take on tips, trends, Daniel Craig, Tom Ford and the “King of Cool,” Steve McQueen.
Dressed up, as in “the men were told to put on their best bib and tucker for the dinner dance.”
Favorite men’s magazines? I think that GQ has really done an excellent job over the years to stay relevant and change with the times. Yes, they have plenty of content geared towards high style, but there are also plenty of great tips and articles on more practical and approachable men’s style. Jewelry every man should be wearing? Cufflinks on a French cuff dress shirt. Unfortunately, many men feel that French cuffs are too dressy for them and only take them out of the closet for formal occasions. But it’s still just a shirt! The bottom line is that cufflinks are a great way to express some personality in your wardrobe; I would like to see more men sporting them.
Manicures and pedicures for men? For whatever reason, men tend to ignore their fingernails and toe nails. But ignore them too long and you can get into trouble. My advice: Grab a nail clipper and invest the six minutes a week it takes to keep your nails at a good length. Your hands will look a hell of a lot better and your feet will feel better. But a formal manicure and pedicure? I say save the money and instead pick up some cufflinks that make you smile. Three items every man should have in his closet? A blazer, French cuff dress shirt (Fig. 4) and a scarf. Any one of these on its own is great, but combine all three and you’ve aced fall style.
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Trend to love? Jacket lapels getting just a touch wider again. While I don’t see us heading anywhere near the super wide lapels of the 1970s, I am excited for lapels to look a little “heavier” again, while keeping the very tailored cut in suiting that is the norm today. Trend to leave? Square toe shoes. Five dream dinner party guests? Daniel Craig, Peyton Manning, Jon Bon Jovi, Giorgio Armani, Warren Buffett.
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JASON SHERWOOD JASON SHERWOOD’S RESUME READS A BIT LIKE A WHO’S WHO OF THE ENTERTAINMENT WORLD. AND HIS PROFESSION? CERTAINLY NOT YOUR AVERAGE DESK JOB. THE NEW YORK CITY-BASED SET DESIGNER HAS A PASSION AND A PENCHANT FOR CREATING STUNNING BACKDROPS THAT PERFECTLY SET THE STAGE (LITERALLY AND FIGURATIVELY) FOR THE MOST RECOGNIZABLE ACTORS AND MUSICIANS TODAY – FROM BROADWAY TO EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN. THIS YEAR, THE AWARD-WINNING DESIGNER IS DESCENDING ON DENVER WHERE HE’LL BE CREATING THREE ORIGINAL SETS FOR THE DENVER CENTER THEATRE COMPANY – INCLUDING THE ELABORATE AND IMMERSIVE STAGE FOR THE MUCH-TOUTED WILD PARTY. HERE, HE SHARES THE MUST HAVES, MUST DOS AND MUST-SEES THAT MAKE HIM TICK.
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What do you do and why do you do it? I am a set designer for plays, musicals, concerts and live performance of any kind. I’m drawn to stories, the act of telling them live to an audience and how that experience can’t be replicated through a TV or film or VR glasses. It’s about a human, live connection, creating a community of people and disappearing as soon as it’s happened. It’s ephemeral and completely singular. Who and what have been your inspirations for success? The greatest people in the world are show people, so there is no shortage of amazing humans in my business. But my parents are, and have always been, my role models. Hard-working, kind, generous people who earned everything they have. What are some words of wisdom you rely on for both business and for life? ”The happiest people are the ones with the most community.” -Barbara Kingsolver. I want to live my life surrounded by people from all over the world, of every color and creed, who see and understand things from all different perspectives. There’s so much power and joy in the empathy and understanding we can gain from befriending people who aren’t the same as us.
Why have you settled down in Colorado? I’m based in New York, but Denver has become an artistic home away from home for me. What are three things most people don’t know about your industry? 1. It takes anywhere from six to 18 months to bring a project to fruition. 2. From the first time I sketch an idea on paper, over 30 people (draftsmen, model builders, props artisans, painters, engineers, etc) will have their hands on the design before it ever ends up on stage. 3. We work eight days a week. Sometimes nine. What is your morning ritual? I need music in the morning. Typically The Shierelles get me going. I have a playlist called “Get Dressed, Jason” that does the trick. Do you “unplug” after a certain hour? Hardly ever, much to the chagrin of my boyfriend. There’s not much of a divide between my personal and professional life and many of my favorite and closest collaborators double in my friendships. A midnight call could be a new design idea or a hilarious story about someone’s day. Your favorite business apparel consists of what? I keep it simple. I wear dark and white t-shirts and dark and white button-downs. Dark pants and Nike sneakers or shoes. I will make a few dozen decisions a day about what things should look like in my designs, so I don’t need to add a few more with my wardrobe. Plus, if I’m precious about a shirt, it’s only a matter of minutes before I get ink or paint on it. What kind of watch do you wear? I carry an iPhone. Favorite place for a business lunch? Favorite place for a business dinner? Lunch: Via Carota, West Village, NYC. A little table outside on a fall day. Dinner: Joseph Leonard, West Village, NYC. Two seats at the bar and we’re getting a lot of work done. What are three things you can’t live without on business trips? 1. Moleskin notebook. I take every note and sketch from every project in these notebooks and number them chronologically for the past seven years of design. I’m on #15 so far. 2. Leg room. I’m a tall man. 3. Headphones. Nothing solves a crying baby on a flight, or puts the pep in your step from a red-eye like some disco. ›› MORE AT JASONSHERWOODDESIGN.COM
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[ BACK ] NINE Favorite course you’ve ever played? I really enjoy minimalist golf. Some of my favorite golf experiences have come overseas. One of my greatest golfing days was 18 holes at Royal Melbourne followed by another 18 holes in the afternoon at Kingston Heath. These are two of the finest courses in the world. Funniest thing you’ve ever witnessed on a golf course? The weather in Colorado is extremely unpredictable, especially in the spring. During one of our events, the day started off as a beautiful and warm spring day. Within three hours we had to cancel the event because it was snowing so hard! This was a first for me during a round of golf in May. Course on the top of your bucket list? This is an easy one! I would love the opportunity to play Augusta National. Favorite golfer growing up? Favorite golfer today? Growing up I always enjoyed watching the late Payne Stewart. I loved his energy, the way he dressed and his golf swing. Currently, I enjoy watching Jordan Spieth. Jordan is a fantastic role model for the future generations of our game.
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Graham Cliff’s office space may very well be our favorite. The head pro at Parker’s Colorado Golf Club oversees a stunning property whose course has hosted the Senior PGA Championship and The Solheim Cup, while accruing countless awards from the likes of Golfweek, GOLF Magazine and Sports Illustrated. We took to the fairways with the man who knows every inch of the Bill Coore and Ben Crenshawdesigned course and made him use every club in his bag as he answered our questions.
What PGA golfer should the golf world keep an eye on this year? I’m hoping 2018 will be a big year for Phil Mickelson. I’d love to see him complete the career grand slam and win the US Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Best dressed golfer past and present? I’m very partial to the old school looks from the past. Has to be Arnold Palmer. When I watch old videos of Arnold back in the day he was always dressed perfectly. For the current guys, I think Justin Thomas always looks nice and has a very strong shoe game. What’s your favorite major and why? The Open Championship. Given the majors all take place in the middle of our own golfing season here in Colorado, it’s difficult to watch the telecasts during the day. That said, the Open Championship is on extremely early in the mornings, which allows the opportunity to watch most of it live. There’s nothing better than having breakfast while watching the guys play the best links in the world. What’s your favorite golf movie? I love Tin Cup. Caddyshack was an early favorite, but Tin Cup has moved past that on my watch list. I just love watching Roy McAvoy continue to go for it over the water on number 18. More at coloradogolfclub.com
What’s the most important club in your bag? I would say my putter. In order to have great rounds you need to make your putts. I think it’s important to “believe” that you’re a great putter to have success with the flatstick. So believe it! What’s the best hole at your course? We are fortunate to have many great holes at Colorado Golf Club. I’ve been at CGC since the “grow in” stages of the course – more than eleven years. Early on I was fascinated with our drivable par 4’s, which are Holes 8 and 14. I enjoyed the strategy of how the holes played depending on the pin position and tee box selection. As the course has matured I have become more enamored with Holes 2 and 3. Both combine strategy and the club’s spectacular physical setting. Both are truly unique to Colorado Golf Club and provide an excellent challenge.
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9:00 am Linebackers Position Meeting – Rundown of upcoming game with Kansas City Chiefs including game plan and any necessary corrections and changes.
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Noon Go home to pack up for travel. Dress in suit and return to Dove Valley. 12:45 pm TSA Screening begins prior to airport departure. Grab something to eat at facility cafeteria. 1:30 pm Buses depart for DIA (Denver International Airport). I sit in the same seat on every bus ride surrounded by defensive teammates Bradley Roby, Aqib Talib, Von Miller and Lorenzo Doss. 2:30 pm Depart DIA. I sit in the same seat on every plane ride. 5:00 pm (adjust to Central time zone) Arrive at MCI (Kansas City International Airport). 5:15 pm Buses depart for team hotel. 6:00 pm Arrive at team hotel. 8:15 pm Linebackers position meeting. 8:30 pm Team meeting – Head Coach Vance Joseph speaks to team about goals and overview of match-up against the Chiefs. 8:45 pm Leave hotel for my mom’s house (she lives in Kansas City). Spend time with her, family and friends while she makes me crawfish, potatoes and macaroni and cheese. 11:00 pm Curfew and bed check back at team hotel. Sleep.
2:30 pm Pre-game team meal at hotel – light lunch of fruit or salad for me. Nothing heavy before the game. 4:45 pm Bus departs for Arrowhead Stadium. 5:30 pm All players in locker room – dress for game. Listen to music. Stretch. It’s all timing for me in pre-game prep and getting “football fresh.” 7:30 pm Game time – Broncos vs. Chiefs *Broncos lose 29-19. Shane Ray: 3 tackles, 1 solo, .5 tackle for loss.
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A RED SKY STUNNER There’s arguably no better place to live than the Roaring Fork Valley and perhaps no better community within it than Red Sky Ranch. Such was the belief of one international couple looking to plant Colorado roots as their children reached high school age. With that, they purchased a stunning yet somewhat cookie cutter abode within the private golf club enclave and turned to renowned designer Melissa Greenauer to transform it into their dream home. Over the next two years, a series of renovations transpired in stages, eventually resulting in a space that is anything but ordinary. “We wanted to take the home from builder basic to a designer residence with show stopping interiors and fully functioning areas for living and entertaining,” Greenauer explains. “The scale of the rooms on the main level ranged from small to oversized and did not lend to a proper layout with seating and entertaining areas.” As such, the team first defined the spaces with architectural details and lighting before arranging the furniture to fit the client’s lifestyle and mountain modern aesthetic. Greenauer did so by blending rustic elements with clean line furniture and color blocking fabrics. All the while, she refrained from overdoing it with textiles and textures that would evoke a western vibe – something the homeowners wanted to avoid. Because the home was originally constructed in the depths of the recession and in the midst of a failing builder/developer model, much of the space was minimally finished, lacking the rich details one would expect from such a grand home. As such, Greenauer challenged herself to finish out builder elements that were never executed correctly or were left undone entirely. “Completing these essentials made a huge difference in the overall look and feel of the home. For example, we took the fireplace stone full height and transformed the unfinished lower level into an office and additional guest quarters,” she tells us. All the while, Greenauer was mindful of keeping the home’s individual spaces connected with a cohesive design despite the renovations spanning several years. Her proudest accomplishment in the home? The master suite. “Modernizing the bathroom and bedroom was the area with the most design impact,” she explains. “We used a lot of rustic materials with stone walls and weathered wood cladding, yet the overall look is still contemporary and sleek. We were able to give a nod to the surroundings while keeping the design incredibly modern.” Ultimately, the clients and their guests were thrilled with a residence that is both contemporary and comfortable in the heart of Red Sky Ranch – the perfect place to call home.
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Greenauer defined the home’s spaces with architectural details, proper furniture layouts and thoughtful lighting. Here, weathered wood cladding and stone elements connect the room to the rest of the home while leaving it warm and inviting.
Above: Modernizing the home’s master suite was the area with the most design impact. A mixture of textures brought the bedroom to life. Here, a custom carved wood bed is accented by a variety of textiles including faux fur and a lush wall covering. Center: The master bath is both stunning and expansive with a floor to ceiling stone wall accent and welcoming freestanding bathtub. Right: A custom his and hers closet added opulence and functionality to the suite, while the dark wood and leather upholstery enriched the mountain modern vibe.
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Clockwise, From Top: The home’s dining room is beautiful yet casual for relaxed entertaining with friends and family. // The bathrooms in the home impress with custom floor to ceiling tile work that perfectly fits the mountain environment. // Accent pieces such as a unique dresser, curated artwork and textured wall coverings added a designer touch to the originally builder basic abode. // A guest room rich in texture yet neutral in color welcomes visitors in grand style.
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tah! Get me two!” Gary Busey could not have been more clear as to how many meatball sandwiches he wanted Keanu Reeves to get him in the cult classic, Point Break. In this instance, however, our sentiments are, “Utah, get me two more weeks in Park City because this town just knocked us off our gondola ride.” There is a reason Robert Redford recognized this former mining town outside of Salt Lake City as the perfect backdrop for a film festival he was kicking around when the Sundance Kid founded the Sundance Film Festival back in 1978. You’ve heard the phrase, “It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog.” Park City is a lot in a little, comprised of so many offerings and amenities, that it’s impossible not to fall in love with this mountain siren. When we start colonizing on the moon, blast us off to the Park City settlement. Here’s why...
outlets, visitors have unmatched opportunities to rent and experience the most advanced cycling technology available today. Golf’s greatest architects have their fingerprints all over the area with incredible courses designed by the likes of Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Pete Dye, Gene and Casey Bates, Tom Fazio and Rees Jones. With cart paths winding through aspen groves, fairways that border ski lifts and tee boxes that sit at 7,000+ feet above sea level, Park City is a golfer’s dream. Canyons Golf Course, in particular, treats its golfers to breathtaking views and one of the most challenging courses in the state. Drastic changes in elevation from hole-to-hole give its guests plenty to think about, including the 10th hole where the tee box sits roughly 550 feet above the target area (locals will tell you this tee box adds at least 150 yards to your drive). Even getting from one hole to another is an adventure. Golf carting has never been more fun than on Canyons’ inclines and declines as the course weaves throughout the ski runs at Park City Mountain Resort, including a zig-zag route reminiscent of the renowned Lombard Street in San Francisco. After your round, hit up the Red Tail Grill with its innovative gastro pub menu serving traditional tap house fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The fly fishing is unrivaled. Three words for you: blue-ribbon waters. They are crème de la crème conditions and Park City puts fishing fanatics within casting distance of three of the most coveted river settings in the country. And because of the mild and dry climate, you can fish a full twelve months out of the year. The Green River, the Provo River and the Weber River are the holy triumvirate when it comes to fly fishing and with local guides like All Seasons Adventures, you’ll have access to the newest equipment, technology and insider knowledge on where the best spots are to drop your line. Bill Malone, CEO of Visit Park City, explains, “Those with a passion for fly fishing will be hard pressed to find a more inviting destination and local guides to get the most out of every season.” The town’s embrace of the sport is so dedicated that the same nightlife, dining and luxury lodgings that serve as ski accommodations during the winter become genuine ‘fishing lodges’ during the balance of the year. There is no better mountain biking in the country, showcasing a trail system that has helped herald the city as America’s only Gold Level Ride Center – bestowed by the International Mountain Bike Association. There are 450 miles of riding to be had and, at an elevation of 7,000 feet, the temperate climate during the summer months paired with the advantages of high altitude training make this a worldwide destination for biking enthusiasts. With the town providing tremendous expertise amongst its bike shops and resort recreation
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Skiing is King Kong here in Park City. Since Salt Lake City hosted the Winter Olympic Games back in 2002, these storied slopes have never been more popular. Five of the Games’ top venues, the Utah Olympic Park, the Olympic Ice Oval, Deer Valley Resort (aerials and moguls), Park City Mountain Resort (slalom, giant slalom and snowboarding halfpipe) and the Soldier Hollow crosscountry skiing and biathlon venue, remain in use, serving as training grounds for Olympic hopefuls and providing recreational fun for the public. All of this physical activity requires the proper balance of rest and relaxation and the spa scene here is generous in supply. With word spreading that Park City has become a genuine spa capital, the bar has been raised substantially to accommodate the most discerning of guests. If you haven’t had the privilege of being pampered at Spa Montage Deer Valley, then that’s at the top of your agenda. The largest spa in the state of Utah at 35,000 square feet, Spa Montage features 29 treatment rooms and a stunning mosaic indoor swimming pool with 70-mile views of the Uinta Mountains. The other can’t-miss rest stop is the Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge which is the only Forbes Five Star spa in Utah (and one of only 30 in the world). When it’s time to eat, you’re going to have some important decisions to make.
e’ll spot you breakfast at Bridge Café & Grill, an American eatery with a Brazilian flair that has great coffee and dishes full of flavors that are a brilliant way to get your day started. Weather permitting, eat on the patio while gazing at the mountainscape, city bridge and hillside properties. Further up on Main Street is Riverhorse on Main that hosts another unforgettable breakfast with the best sausage we’ve ever had, but also stocked with pastries, egg dishes and plenty of bacon. For a memorable dinner after a long day on the mountain, 18 holes or at the spa, you’re in for a treat. Glitretind Restaurant is a Forbes Four-Star experience hosted by Executive Chef Zane Holmquist that focuses on seasonal menus with the freshest local, sustainable ingredients that has this luxurious destination taking home all sorts of awards. The Double R Ranch Filet of Beef with potato gratin, haricot verts and blistered tomatoes with a sauce choron has us hooked for another go-around. Firewood is your call for wood-fired steaks and meats, seafood and all of the craft cocktails and wine that you can handle. Go downstairs to the basement bar that has been slinging brew since the Prohibition Era. In the kitchen, the 14-foot wood stove is a sight-tosee from the dining room. While they had us at “pork belly,” we also recommend starting with the Oak Smoked Trout that has you looking for more bites with its bed of sourdough, watercress, radish, chive goat cheese and maple bacon. For an entrée, the pork chop was a fantastic choice and be sure to make room for dessert.
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And food for thought (pun intended) – imagine attending the Park City Food & Wine Classic every year in early July. Are you into art? Your collection demands that you seriously scout this town. “The number of art galleries we offer on Main Street is illustrious,” boasts Bill Malone. “This isn’t just a strength of our community, it is at the heart of our community.” “There’s no question that art has an outsized presence in our town, given the modest population and the rural nature of Summit County, but that’s exactly why Park City is a standout as a community,” adds Alicia Vernon, Executive Director of the Park City Summit County Arts Council. “The region’s understanding of and commitment to the arts speaks volumes about its values.” These hills are also alive with the sound of music. It’s the summer home of the Utah Symphony, which takes center stage throughout the Deer Valley Music Festival including a moving Independence Day patriotic celebration. So where do you lay your head down when the time comes? There are three properties under the Stein Eriksen umbrella to strongly consider: The Chateaux Deer Valley, the Stein Eriksen Lodge and the Stein Eriksen Residences. For us, the Lodge and the Residences commanded our immediate attention. The Stein Eriksen Residences, in particular, are as luxe and well-appointed as you will find anywhere on the planet. Steps away from some of the most pristine skiing, mountain biking and outdoor activities anywhere, this posh property offers multi-bedroom accommodations replete with gourmet kitchens, stunning views, a private gym, a media and entertainment room and swimming pool. Utah. Get me two.
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Ozark: The best television show to hit the screen in years. Netflix has a serious hit on its hands with this riveting drama replete with knock-you-on-your-ass twists and turns and a delicious mix of characters led by the can-do-no-wrongwith-us Jason Bateman. Original. Thoughtful. And beyond binge-worthy. The premise is Bateman, a Chicago-based financial advisor, secretly relocates his family to the Missouri Ozarks when his dealings with a drug cartel go awry. Season Two is headed our way and we’d watch Season One again for the pure entertainment of it all. If you’ve heard the hype, this is an instance when you should believe it. Start it tonight and thank us later. Ray Donovan: This gift from Showtime is five seasons deep, so we’re not uncovering any brilliant new discovery here. But this masterpiece orchestrated by Liev Schreiber and Jon Voigt with a phenomenal supporting cast continues to keep us on the edge of our seat. When you’re concerned for a character’s plight between episodes, you know it’s the undebatable sign of a truly engaging creation. A family of misfits originally from South Boston now ensconced in the Tinsel Town of Hollywood makes for jaw-dropping programming every Sunday evening.
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BOOKS RAVEN ROCK by Garrett Graff: The eye-opening true story of the government’s secret plans to survive and rebuild after a catastrophic attack on US soil – a narrative that spans from the dawn of the nuclear age to today. In Raven Rock, Garrett Graff sheds light on the inner workings of the 650-acre compound (called Raven Rock) just miles from Camp David, as well as dozens of other bunkers the government built its top leaders during the Cold War, from the White House lawn to Cheyenne Mountain in Colorado to Palm Beach, Florida, and the secret plans that would have kicked in after a Cold War nuclear attack to round up foreigners, dissidents and nationalize industries.
Wheelman: Director Jeremy Rush and leading man Frank Grillo have teamed up for this Netflix original movie that has its foot all the way down on the pedal from beginning to end. A getaway driver for a bank robbery realizes he has been double crossed and races to find out who betrayed him. Considering that Grillo is on camera the majority of the film while in his car and on his cell phone, the acting demands that it’s compelling and entertaining. Done and done. It’s a ballsy and risky direction to take with primarily one on-screen character in a single setting, but it worked and the payoff is a memorable performance that deserves a lot of credit. Expect more to come from Rush, a star director on the rise, while Grillo’s plate has been full since his breakout role in the critically acclaimed Warrior (2011). Hidden Figures: This is the true story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Nominated for three Oscars last year, including Best Picture, it’s a stunning portrayal of integrity, persistence, heart and heightened gifts of intelligence for three women whose fingerprints can be found all over our successful NASA program. It’s a beautiful retelling of these special womens’ fight through the painstaking reminder of America’s ugly history with race and prejudice. This incredible feature found a permanent place in our collection.
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GM HIRES JEEP HACKERS Chris Valasek and Charlie Miller made names for themselves a couple of years ago when they successfully hacked into the wireless controls of a moving Jeep Cherokee from a laptop many miles away, manipulating the climate control settings, stereo and even disabling the transmission. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Jeep’s owner, issued a recall days later to fix a potential cybersecurity flaw on 1.4 million vehicles. From the sidelines, General Motors took notice and have since hired the cybersecurity experts for its self-driving subsidiary, Cruise Automation. The move sends a clear message to tech giants aiming to gain ground in the car business like Tesla, Google and Uber that GM is a force to be reckoned with. It’s yet another battle between the old guard of Detroit and its Silicon Valley opponents in securing positions for the future of transportation. GM is looking to take the lead on autonomous vehicles that are connected to the internet and can be updated over the air, and, with the hires of Valasek and Miller, they are that much closer.
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AMAZON’S ECHO LOOK IS YOUR NEWEST STYLE COUNSEL Leave it to Amazon to create a digital fashion stylist for those wardrobe question marks that pop up from time to time. Echo Look takes a picture of the style you’re leaning towards for a night out and then, moments later, the image appears on your phone for consideration and critique. Amazon says the Echo Look tries to give a “holistic assessment” that takes into account fit, color, styling, season and current trends, as well as “unique characteristics of each customer.” Currently sold via invitation only, the device does not factor in past purchases. An Amazon spokeswoman explains, “anyone can use Style Check, whether you’ve purchased clothing on Amazon or not. After reporting its judgment, Style Check asks you to vote on which look you preferred, using the feedback to improve its output. While those who have helped train the AI are fashion-focused Amazon employees, machines like these are only going as smart as the data they take in. Therefore, the Echo Look currently lacks potentially important style inputs like location, age – even what kind of occasion the clothes are for. However, it’s only a matter of time before technology assumes an even larger role in helping those who need a little help in dressing for success.
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N BA E S P O R T S L E AG U E P R E PA R E S F O R L A U N C H News from the NBA continues to be a year-round affair with the announcement of the billion-dollar industry joining ranks with an up-and-coming powerhouse of its own – esports. Of the NBA’s 30 teams, 17 will field esports squads that will compete in “NBA 2K,” a competitive videogame league that will launch next year. “This is the future,” said Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé, whose team will compete in the digital league. “There are going to be very large audiences watching and engaging in esports. Team members are actually going to become celebrities and icons.” The biggest partnership yet between traditional and digital sports will include the NBA’s Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Portland Trailblazers, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards. Teams participating in the league are required to pay players a competitive minimum salary, plus health insurance. NBA teams are responsible for pulling together their esports squads while receiving help in identifying potential recruits, and the NBA teams will likely draft players from that pool, according to Brendan Donohue, a sports-industry veteran who was named manager of the league. Other details, like whether NBA players will be involved and different ways the league will generate revenue, are still being worked out. Esports is rapidly growing with some competitions drawing millions of online viewers and filling stadiums across the globe. This year, global revenue from ticket and merchandise sales, ads and other esports areas is on track to reach $696.3 million, according to the research firm Newzoo BV. By 2020, it is expected to climb to $1.5 billion.
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SONY IS BRINGING BACK VINYL RECORDS Sony Music Entertainment, owner of legendary music labels Columbia and RCA, is going back in time with its plans to produce vinyl records for the first time in three decades. Younger music lovers are embracing the sound of vinyl with sales in the U.S. up for the 11th year in a row. Record sales in the U.K. surpassed downloads late last year and Japan has had a vibrant market for secondhand records for many years while also experiencing a recent surge in demand for new records. Having stopped making vinyl records in 1989 as it pivoted to the development and promotion of compact discs – a technology it pioneered – Sony has now announced that it plans to start a press for vinyl records at a factory in central Japan before March 2018. Sony Music, the world’s second-largest record company and home to artists such as Beyoncé and Bob Dylan, has also introduced a turntable of its own that not only plays records, but allows users to store the music as high-resolution digital files.
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M C D O NA L D ’ S A N D T H E O L Y M P I C S PA R T WAY S When the Winter Olympics take the stage in February, a longtime partner won’t be the food source for America’s medal hopefuls for the first time since 1976. The International Olympic Committee and McDonald’s Corp. have ended their long-running partnership, with the fast-food icon turning its focus on new business priorities moving forward both here in the U.S. and globally. McDonald’s plans are to go back to the basics in improving its core menu items such as hamburgers and trying to modernize the chain by investing in delivery and mobile-ordering technology. They’ve also been cutting costs to become a leaner organization while already achieving more than $200 million in savings through the end of 2016 toward its goal of reducing spending by $500 million by the end of 2018 and said it expects to trim another five to 10 percent from its remaining cost base by the end of 2019. The golden arches will still provide advertisements and restaurants in Pyeongchang, South Korea, for the 2018 Olympic Games, but the partnership will otherwise end. The agreement ends a nearly half-century relationship between the two organizations. The fast-food chain said it got involved by airlifting burgers to the 1968 Winter Games in Grenoble, France, to U.S. athletes who were homesick for American food. McDonald’s became an official sponsor eight years later.
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TIME INC. IS SELLING GOLF MAGAZINE Time Inc. is ready to move on from its golf game. The media giant has put both Golf Magazine and its digital counterpart, Golf.com, on the market to potential buyers including traditional publishers, private equity firms and other golf entities. After the Sports Illustrated parent redirected its efforts from selling itself in full, new plans are now focused on downsizing with the likes of the golf titles as well as Coastal Living and Sunset Magazine. The recent success of Golf Magazine and Golf. com are no mere coincidences. With recent internal and comScore metrics reporting Golf.com at more than 3.3 million monthly unique visitors, up by 76 percent year over year, with mobile traffic, video consumption and social reach all similarly up by high double-digit percentages, these platforms are at an advantageous high point for potential buyers. With Time Inc.’s future devoted to strengthening its core assets like People Magazine and Time Magazine, everything else is expendable. “Golf Magazine needs some better brand focus,” said Chris Stone, editor-in-chief for the SI Group, which oversees the title. “It’s still one of the smaller entities under the Time Inc. umbrella.”
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PARKER, COLORADO IS GOING HOLLYWOOD The Hollywood Hills can now trace its impact to the Rocky Mountains. A $750 million venture is slated for Colorado where Redbarre Media and Technology will develop a 70-acre campus in Parker, a suburb south of Denver. The groundbreaking project that includes a 75,000 square foot world-class sound stage, recording studios, outdoor performance venues and a high-speed data center is all under the watchful eye of Redbarre CEO Don Levy, who notes, “the campus becomes a highly unique entertainment, technology and retail destination, the likes of which doesn’t exist anywhere in Colorado or the region.” The expectations are for this facility to be the most advanced digital media and technology facility in the country, whose location will draw not only film companies, but also TV producers and video game makers. As Levy notes, “they come, they shoot – you have a great location that’s very obvious – and then they go home to post, to store and to distribute, so that’s what we aim to change.” The campus is set to open in 2020 and Levy says major production companies in New York and Los Angeles have already expressed interest in relocating here. “I like to think of this as the first day of the next generation of digital media creation unlike anything that’s been done in Hollywood or New York or Jersey or London. The real idea is to really be an innovative campus where people can come and take off the shackles of bandwidth limitations, capacity limitation, storage limitation, whatever, and get to work.”
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MSG SUITE SIXTEEN “The World’s Most Famous Arena” has just added another feather to its cap – and it’s a very pricey feather at that. Madison Square Garden, in partnership with the Tao Group, a renowned New York restaurant and nightlife company, has created a new suite that is among the costliest seats in all of sports. Suite Sixteen and its Diamond Package guarantees two front-row seats in the suite for 180 events at Madison Square Garden, including every Knicks and Rangers game as well as concerts including Billy Joel and Shakira. The package also includes a bottle of Dom Perignon champagne for every event and wristbands that give access to four guests (who already have tickets) inside the arena. Since pricing isn’t listed on the website, it appears to be a case of “if you have to ask, then you can’t afford it.” A source for ESPN did reveal that the price for the most expensive package is $400,000. “We try to push the envelope every year by creating super-stylish, highly curated spaces,” said Tao Group co-founder Noah Tepperberg. “So we thought, Why not take over one of MSG’s spaces? And it became apparent that we should do it at the greatest arena in the world.” The people that will be in this room will be a collection of people that you won’t be able to find anywhere else on a consistent basis – moguls, celebrities, models.” The most well-heeled members will also have a liquor locker so they can save bottles purchased there for the next affair. Chefs from the company’s restaurants in New York City will be on hand for every event.
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Words and Styling /// Justin Tobias Jenkins Photos /// Clayton Jenkins Modeled /// Bryan Patrick Harris Produced /// Kevin Marr
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/// Miami, Florida 2004. The editorial story called for “three suits.” Shooting in what was an up-and-coming neighborhood at the time called the “Miami Design District,” the call time was 6:30 am. The sun rose above the Art Deco buildings behind me as I pulled off of the MacArthur Causeway onto Biscayne Boulevard. The call sheet and shot list had two swimsuits, three two-piece men’s suits and a birthday suit, which comprised the “three suit story.” The swimsuits and birthday suit were easy enough. Finished before lunch to look the best in the least amount of clothing. During the second half of the first day of the shoot they brought it out: a Dolce and Gabbana chocolate brown, silk blend, two button suit with a price point that made no sense to a guy that, up to that point, thought paying more than $50 for a pair of jeans was blasphemy. As I stood in front of the stylist and the head-to-toe mirror, quietly despising the fact that everyone was so excited to shoot an overpriced piece of fabric when the sun and beach were calling from across the bay, I could see the anticipation building in the studio. Then it happened. The seamstress finished the last stitch and I pulled the trousers on. Then the stylist turned through the last button of the shirt. As I slipped the jacket on I realized, for the first time, what it felt like to wear a suit made by a brand who designs clothes that are not only meant to look great but to help make the wearer feel great, too. The suit draped across my shoulders, falling at the just the right spot below the waist. The trousers touched the skin like a light breeze, not a bad break as they fell to the top of the shoes. Lacing up the Allen Edmonds and putting on the wristwatch finished off what turned out to be a transformation of my thought process as to what clothes mean. What it meant to feel as well as I looked in fitted garments, to understand accessories, fabrics, fits, colors and seasons.
/// Fourteen years, 38 countries, numerous brands and houses of fashion have reset my desire to find style, comfort and confidence in the clothes a man wears. So how does a man who wishes to express himself – who wants the world to see him through his wardrobe – find what works for him? Men care how they are perceived. They dress for their station in life – in their 20s they dress differently than in their 40s and 50s (or at least they should) and as they feel more confident in their own skin at their job, they should express and dress appropriately in their social life. What I have discovered traveling for and working in an industry where the very first impression a man gives out is one of what he is wearing, is that what you are wearing matters. How a man carries himself, his sense of style, his confidence and his ability to feel at ease in his clothing all matter a great deal. Denver, take heed. Our city is booming and many new things are putting us on the map. There are opportunities to be had and deals to be made. Weddings to attend, dates to make, and functions that demand we look great. Here at Sir and Sport, we want to be your guide and help you achieve your best, sartorially speaking. Follow us as we help you find your best fit, accessories, local brands and worldwide time-tested must haves. Together, we will elevate style and fashion for the men of Denver. There may be some growing pains and there may be some sour feelings, but it’s long past time to put men’s style up there with the other blossoming industries of our fair city.
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FIT The single most common mistake of a man’s closet is not the color, the fabric or the shoe choice. It’s the fit. No matter the style you choose, fit is everything when it comes to looking good. Whether you have a casual feel to your look at the office, golf course, weekends or home, fit matters. We’ve all seen the triple pleated khakis with bloused shirt or the oversized cargo shorts and strapped sandals. The oversized blazer, the front-loaded “dad jeans,” the flowering picnic shirt or the ill-fitting collared polo. It doesn’t have to be this way. There are options for every build, budget and style out there. Maybe you’re the fit and stylish type who wears button down shirts and trousers to the office but likes to put on a good sport jacket and denim to go out for dinner. Is your jacket the right fit around the arms to be able to reach for the check or tip the bartender? Does it show just enough cuff of the shirt or maybe the cuff links, if you choose? Even for denim, fit is essential. A proper fit draws the eye upwards towards the shoulders, face and eyes. It lengthens and elongates the lower half of the body so that anyone wearing proper fitting denim looks taller and leaner. First rule is fit. Then everything else can follow. Fit can make you look leaner, taller, cut a nice silhouette, look sharper and altogether put together.
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On Him /// Nifty Genius Trousers (Model’s Own); Wolverine Boots (Model’s Own); Brunello Cucinelli Bomber Blazer & Vest; Bridge & Born Chambray Shirt
SUIT Every man should feel good in a suit. Every man should feel confident in a suit. No matter the budget and no matter the body type, possessing a fitted suit is not only possible, but also essential. No matter the occasion or the attendees, a proper fitting suit demands respect and makes a man feel more poised. If you are a businessman and have to meet clients or have meetings that garner a certain gravity, a suit means you are serious. A well fitted dark blue suit with some nice accents like a pocket square and timepiece can speak volumes as you stride toward your table or meeting. The perfect fit around the waist with the correct length to the hip can show that you are updated, care about details and are comfortable with how you look. Proper fitting trousers, again, elongate the torso, show off the excellent selection in shoes, draw attention to the upper half of the body and ensure that you are comfortable in your environment, sitting or standing. Conversely, an ill-fitting suit or one that doesn’t coordinate, can leave the company you’re in with a feeling of distrust. We make snap judgments about each other every second of every day. That might not seem fair, but it’s true. If you met a money manager or an investor who was wearing an ill fitting suit with mismatching colors your first thought might be that something doesn’t seem right; that this guy isn’t serious about things. A great suit doesn’t have to break the bank. But if you’re serious about projecting confidence and want peoples’ first impression of you to matter, then take your time and get the suit right. Getting a good fabric, making sure it is measured to fit, having it tailored and coordinating the shoes and accessories of the suit is an investment. It’s an investment in the first impression, an investment in a lasting impression and an investment in yourself. It may seem that the basic men’s suit hasn’t changed much in the past 100 years but that’s just not true. From performance fabrics blended for men that travel or move at the office to what’s acceptable in cuts and length, the modern man has many options. Of course the basic dark blue “work suit” is still a must have. Lighter fabrics of wool blends that come with brighter accent colors can be great for spring and summer. Moving into fall look for darker hues and fabrics.
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MUST HAVES Along with a great fitting suit there are a few other essentials that make getting dressed and looking sharp a snap. Dark denim five pocket jeans can be worn year round and with just about any color. Of course, the fit of these jeans matters most. I prefer to see a tapering at the knee to the top of the shoe. A narrowing of the denim at the bottom half cuts a nice silhouette, shows off the shoe and looks sharp. If the denim is too long, it makes a man look frumpy and short. Jeans should be worn comfortably just below the true waist. Men of Colorado, we need to have a frank discussion about shoes. It’s time to get real about the dire state of what we put on our feet. I get it – the mountains are a mere stone’s throw away. Weekends at Wash Park. Jogs along the Platte. The relaxed feel at Coors Field. Stop making excuses and take a good hard look inside your closet and get rid of those soul-less soles. Our climate changes and we need shoes that change along with it. Stylish boots for winter, grown up looking sneakers for spring, appropriate shoes to match the great suits you invested in. Date night, dinner out with friends, the office or beers with buddies. There are shoes that go with the occasion, so let’s find them. Like the suit, the shoes you wear leave an impression and are noticeable if done correctly. A great pair of shoes is an investment. Typically you can have them reconditioned and get second and third lives out of them. Don’t forget to stop in the airport or men’s shop and have them shined and polished with protectants to extend their life.
On Him Above /// Nifty Genius Trousers & Shirt (Model’s Own); Neiman Marcus Cashmere Sweater; LL Bean Chippewa Boots; Brunello Cucinelli Pocket Square; Gucci Shades On Him Left /// Vince T-Shirt; Ferragamo Shoes; AG Jeans; Magnanni Belt; Vortick Watch
The basic white tee shirt is as essential as it is timeless. We all have that one favorite that we reach for that we know feels great, fits right and has been on our backs through Super Bowl wins, babies births and epic road trips. Think James Dean, Marlon Brando and Steve McQueen. We should have several from a brand we love and be able to feel comfortable and confident in it. It can be layered for those cool Colorado evenings, can look a little more dressed up with a sport blazer thrown over it or can be worn while doing chores around the house. I personally like to have several in black and white, V-neck and time worn or soft washed feel. Cashmere sweaters are the perfect must have for nearly all seasons and can be dressed up or down. They have such a light and easy feel to them, breathable on warmer days, comfortably warm in the late fall. Cashmere is great for traveling in as well. Soft on the skin, doesn’t wrinkle easily and adjusts to the temperature on the ground, in the airport or up in the sky.
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ACCESSORIES Watches, tie bars, socks, pocket squares, eyewear, rings, necklaces, bracelets, lapel pins, scarves, a dashing top hat...who says men can’t accessorize with class and style? Now, we don’t want to be the buttoned down, hairy chested, three gold chain-wearing goof from a bad disco movie; but wearing a timeless piece that was passed down or purchased on a memorable holiday overseas is charming and conversational. I like picking up pieces that are hand made and sold on the streets of the beautiful cities I get to visit, for instance a ring made of sterling with onyx that I picked up in Casablanca for pennies on the dollar and a mala necklace in Budapest among other little gems from our country and others. They aren’t worn every day and sometimes not at all. But with the right clothing or the proper occasion, it can add a lot variety and spark to your wardrobe. My general feeling on accessories for men is that less is more and to basically have confidence in the piece. Who cares if other people like it? If you have a story behind the find or are proud of the item, go for it. A fedora, funky socks or some dynamite cuff links show that you care, that you are trying and that you want to have fun. On Him Left /// Zents Eau De Toilette in Fig, zents.com
FRAGRANCE Much like accessories, fragrances should be personal and fun. Stop and smell the roses so to speak. Different parts of the world make different kinds of fragrances. Are you bored with the stock option selections at the local department store? Go check out some unique oils or powders that give you a fragrance all your own. We love the scents from Colorado-based Zents. Much like other fashions for men, fragrances should be seasonal. A cool, light scent for spring and a darker more masculine one for fall. There are two thoughts with making fragrances personal. One being that you should wear the same one or two all the time and never change them so that when people you know pick up on your scent, they associate it with you. The other being that a man should have several options depending on the season, occasion and time of day. I think variety is the spice of life and so I have several options from which to choose. However, I do like the idea of having one or two that are saved for the right occasion and that are a bit more personal to me and remind those around me that it is a unique fragrance. Oils, talcum, after shaves and soaps have come a long way and shouldn’t be overlooked to add variety and subtle differences in your selection. Just like accessories, it should be remembered that less is more in the scent category. You should leave a pleasant aroma around you, not an overwhelming blast that leaves present company wondering what it is you’re covering up. On Him Right /// Vince T-Shirt; Ferragamo Shoes; AG Jeans; Magnanni Belt; Vortick Watch; Stetson Hat SIRANDSP ORT.COM
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Colorado-raised Stephen Garbett risks life and limb for a shot at the Winter Olympics in South Korea. By Kevin Marr
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your stomach and your chin barely an inch away from an imperative trip to the ER. â&#x20AC;&#x201C;
So who, in their right mind, voluntarily elects to take up skeleton racing as the sport back in 2010 while watching the Vancouver Winter Olympics from
HE DID BOTH. perspective, with the crux of it all being that life is precious and, since want to try. He ended up loving skeleton and, through unending training Olympics in South Korea. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; pilot or a Formula One racecar driver would experience. The difference, in
For starters, he enlists video games and brain training techniques that are focused on neuro-reception, allowing for processing and adjusting to his time to similar formulas). Then there are the workouts. Garbett trains year-round, with summer resembling strength and conditioning drills similar to that of an Olympic sprinter, all to win the advantage within this game of numbers. Garbett at the bottom of the track. The difference between 1st and 2nd place is
by breakfast; a warm-up of getting his body moving properly that entails mobility exercises, drills and stretching; and then 2.5 hours of either sprint-based training or strength-based training. Garbett then gets rehab day for another 2.5 hours before an hour of rehab and recovery consisting for bed.
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nly when winter arrives does Garbett train on tracks with his sled. His sessions
hold their breath the entire way down, Garbett breathes in certain corners â&#x20AC;&#x201C; corners
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Wait. It’s not over. Garbett continues, “We wear skin-tight spandex material that melts off really quickly so, when you’re on the ice, they tell you that when you feel it getting hot, that’s your skin burning off so you need to roll slowly. I didn’t register this until it
started getting hot, so I started to roll and, as I rolled, I’m going through another
corner and the g-force hits and slams my face into the ice. I slide for another
300-to-400 yards before I come to a stop. That was not a good day. Luckily I didn’t break anything. I burned some skin off my back and I wanted to get back
on the sled that day but my coaches kept me off in case of a concussion. I was cleared the next day.”
His penchant for living on the edge originates from Stephen’s daredevil days of
his childhood and the stunts that he was a part of with his three brothers. “My two older brothers never wanted to get hurt and we couldn’t subject my younger
brother, the baby of the family, to any harm so I was always the test subject,” he says with a grin.
What kind of “tests?” The Brothers Garbett happened to reside on a good chunk of land in Colorado so, in the winter when it snowed, they’d hook up a canoe behind a pick-up truck and pull it through their fields…gunning the rig up to 80 or
90 mph. Guess who was being towed in the canoe? No wonder skeleton racing doesn’t phase Stephen Garbett.
He’s one of the top six skeleton athletes on the U.S. National Team and has
team trials and World Cup games to compete in that all factor in to a stamped passport to the games in South Korea. Once again, this sport comes down to numbers. The top three countries in the world at skeleton get to send three athletes to the Olympics with the remaining five best countries able to send
two. The United States will unquestionably make the games. It’s just a matter of where they place, if they’ll send three athletes or two and if Stephen Garbett makes those odds. This sport doesn’t make anything easy – burned skin and broken bones included.
So when will he know? Two weeks before the Winter Games is when the
skeleton athletes who have given their blood, sweat and tears for this chance will find out if they’re sledding on the Korean Peninsula around Valentine’s Day.
Meanwhile, Stephen Garbett will go about his business, including the ritual he
practices every time he’s at the top of the track. “The last thing that I always say to myself is ‘Dance with the track.’ The reason I say this is because I want to flow, stay relaxed and move along with the track,” he explains.
Will he find himself sledding for gold in front of a global audience come late winter? If he does, that track better be ready for one hell of a dance.
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Phillip Lindsay just made 11 guys on defense look like they’ve never
played football before. The reality is that this is a Division I college football game, so the opposing players looking to stop the Colorado Buffaloes’ do-everything running back are technically qualified and skilled enough to be on the field with him. It just so happens that Lindsay makes a lot of defenders miss and look stupid doing it.
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The 5’8, 190 pound Doak Walker award candidate isn’t just a runaway powder keg that will give you something to think about when you try and slow him down. There is a big brain and a wide thought process on the Aurora, Colorado native. He has already earned his Communications degree, and he’s working on completing his second one in Sociology. “If you really want to be successful in what you do, you’ve got to attack it every day,” Lindsay explains. This is when we realize that Phillip Lindsay isn’t your average 23-year-old. He’s the author of statements throughout our talk at Dal Ward Athletic Center on the Boulder campus that are wise beyond their years. SIRANDSP ORT.COM
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Everything we’ve heard and read about this guy is
presenting itself within five minutes of meeting with him. This man is a leader. And he knows it. His family knows it. His coaches know it. His teammates know it. And now we know it. Just look at the cloth that he’s cut from and you have your answer as to where all of this composure and drive stem from. His father, Troy, is Phillip’s undisputed mentor. The patriarch of five, all of whom are in college on full scholarships, is the model for which his offspring follow. “We copied everything my dad did including his outgoing personality,” Phillip reveals. “It starts with
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your mom and your father. When they’re around and in your life, it makes a big difference. A lot of kids don’t have the opportunity my brothers and sisters and I have. We feed off of each other as a family.” Phillip’s relationship with his father is particularly special, and it’s celebrated on a daily basis with bike rides on Colorado’s countless trails. “I can tell my Pops anything,” he says with a beaming smile. “Our bike rides are a way to release anger, stress and happiness. A lot of kids can’t look back at their childhood and see a good time. For me, I can. And I talk to each of my siblings every single day and I’m going to make sure that they’re alright. That’s just how we are.”
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nd this is just how Phillip Lindsay is – his goals for the season include growing as a leader and making a difference with his 105 teammates, realizing that each player is different with their own respective emotions and characteristics. Lindsay has the mindset and the wherewithal to try and understand everyone individually with their different backgrounds. It’s this mature and thoughtful mentality that underscores his goals for life after football. “I want to be a police officer,” he says with that big smile. “It’s so important to give back to my community. Football isn’t forever. I want to make a difference in people’s lives and be a part of a safe community while showing that not every police officer is bad. There are a lot of great people in law enforcement and I want to be that person that helps towards a more positive, healthier and safer life for everyone in the Denver area.”
right. It’s well documented that Lindsay blew out his ACL in his senior year of high school at Denver South and college programs weren’t touching him with a 10-foot pole, save for one football visionary whose faith runs deep. “Coach Mac took me in at the most vulnerable time of my life when he honored my scholarship and stuck by my side,” Lindsay says as his voice cracks with emotion. His facial expression in retelling this chapter in his life speaks volumes to how he feels about Colorado’s head football coach. “Coach Mac has
Before he starts carrying a badge, Lindsay’s calling is still playing football alongside a group that has brought excitement back to Colorado. Last year’s breakout season of 10-4 and a trip to the Alamo Bowl was the result of not only Lindsay’s play (2nd Team All-Pac 12, 1,252 rushing yards, 16 TDs), but the undeniable maturation of many from Lindsay’s recruiting class. After years of irrelevance in college football, the return to prominence for a program that has a National Championship from 1990 and a proud history of All-Americans, a Heisman Trophy winner (the late, great Rashaan Salaam) and NFL draftees, the Buffaloes’ resurgence can be attributed to one undeniable source – Coach Mike MacIntyre. The 5th year coach was hired to do the same for winstarved Colorado that he had previously accomplished for a dismal San Jose State program. After his first three years in Boulder resulted in records of 4-8, 2-10 and 4-9, the 2016 season yielded an astonishing turnaround that shocked college football analysts and fans everywhere. Phillip Lindsay, however, wasn’t the least bit surprised. So what did he know that the rest of us did not? “People don’t understand that Coach Mac has a special group of kids that he went out and got who weren’t highly recruited,” Lindsay begins. “When you’re dealing with 17 and 18-year-olds, we weren’t ready to play against established 21 and 22-year-olds. We were young and it took time. Coach Mac was patient with us. We matured. We got tired of losing and we pushed each other to the next level. Practice started getting hard and competitive and people were flying around. We didn’t care. We were dogs,” he notes with pride. The fact that Lindsay is even playing college ball, let alone for the Buffs, is a Hail Mary touchdown pass in its own
done so much in teaching us and prepping us for life after college and football. He has his players positioned to move forward as responsible men in society.” Never has there been a player more adamant about restoring winning football to Boulder and Folsom Field than Phillip Lindsay. He feels that the Buffs’ program and the state of Colorado have been slighted in the past. “I’m tired of people talking down about the program and seeing Colorado kids leaving the state and going to these schools that are already established. To rebuild something builds character and that helps you with life and it’s a testament to who you are. It’s about will power and becoming a better person.”
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ne person in Lindsay’s corner who can more than appreciate returning the program to the winning ways of the 1990s is one of the key players who helped create the brand in the first place – Buffs legend, 1990 National Champion and current running backs coach Darian Hagan. The former 1992 draft pick of the San Francisco 49ers knows NFL talent when he sees it, and Coach Hagan expects Lindsay to be busy on Sundays starting next year. “Teams are going to love his great pass protection, his ability to read and understand what defenses are trying to do as well as his fast and smart play and his range to catch the ball, block and outrun people. He blends speed and power in everything he
express who I am through my body and to use my God-given gifts to be disciplined. We have deep conversations about life after football and other lessons headed my way.”
does with patience, great vision and the knack for making plays when nothing is there. You can’t teach that. It’s all desire and to coach a guy like this is a blessing,” Hagan concedes.
#23. And while Michael Jordan and LeBron James would be proud, Lindsay was apprehensive about the number. “Supposedly #23 here had a history as a bad number,” he says with a shrug. “Former players who had the number either quit or didn’t find success on the field. At first, I was nervous but then I talked to my father and I decided to make #23 a lucky number. When Spruce graduated and #22 became available, my dad told me to stick with #23.”
Lindsay’s demeanor as a three-time Buffs’ team captain is another element that Coach Hagan sees in his running back’s future success. “Phillip is a guy who leaves everything out on the field,” Hagan begins. “He’s always working hard. He’s attentive in the meeting room and anything you tell him, you don’t have to tell him twice. He is extremely detail-oriented and what makes him special is his athleticism, desire, effort and tenaciousness. He never gives up and just wants to be the best. He’s a big brother to a lot of his teammates and he leads by both his work on the field, and also by example as a vocal leader.” Hagan’s tutelage isn’t something that is lost on Lindsay. Their relationship has been vital to his growth, both as a football player and a man. “Coach Hagan is the reason I am who I am right now in college,” Lindsay explains. “He opened a lot of doors for me and has helped me open my mind to new things. When I first joined the team, I was closed up and felt like a robot. He encouraged me to be myself and
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The young Lindsay is constantly learning lessons and has been encouraged to take the right paths that life’s forks in the road present, whether it’s from Coach MacIntyre, Coach Hagan or his father. Troy wore #22 when he was a bruising fullback for Colorado State from 1980 to 1983. When Lindsay arrived at Boulder, #22 was with wide receiver Nelson Spruce, so he went with
Stick with it. He doesn’t know any other way. Integrity. Class. Professionalism. Loyalty. Who isn’t going to want to be the Colorado Buffaloes’ next #23? Phillip Lindsay is going places. The “A” gap between the center and the guard for a touchdown. A spot in the Colorado football record books. The graduation procession with two degrees. A future in law enforcement. An NFL roster. A bike ride with his dad. Chances are exceptional that he’s going to get to where he’s headed. Just ask those 11 guys on defense how tough he is to stop.
THE TWO MINUTE DRILL
PHILLIP LINDSAY
Phillip Lindsay has seen his fair share of two-minute drills in his football career. But this isn’t USC, Oregon or Washington. Sir and Sport has something different in mind. Would the Buff’s running back handle the pressure and score before time runs out? We handed off the ball to 23 and let him figure it out.
You’re a competitor. What’s an activity that you could beat me in right now? Checkers Favorite food? Steak Bird my mom makes (chicken fried steak) Favorite actor? Adam Sandler Favorite movie? Happy Gilmore. Step Brothers. Favorite vacation spot? I promised my family that when I have the money, I want to take us all to Egypt to see the Pyramids. Favorite music artists/groups? Luther Vandross. Michael Franks. Michael Buble. You get stuck in the elevator at Folsom Field. Who do you hope is there for company and entertainment and why? Buff’s teammate Kyle Evans – my main man since Chidobe Awuzie left for the Dallas Cowboys. Kyle, Chido and I always hang out.
The last book you read? TD: Dreams in Motion: The Memoirs of the Denver Broncos’ Terrell Davis by Terrell Davis & Adam Schefter. I have a lot of respect for Terrell Davis and the things he went through and overcame. Best player you’ve played against AND with so far? Former Buffs teammate and current Dallas Cowboy Chidobe Awuzie Outside of the CU roster, most fascinating player in college football? Penn State’s running back, Saquon Barkley, is a monster. That man is crazy. His size, speed and moves have him ready for the next level. That man is good. Toughest environment to play football so far? The Oregon Ducks’ stadium (Autzen Stadium) is LOUD. I have friends on UCLA’s defense and they told me that last year’s game here in Boulder at Folsom Field was the toughest place they played all year.
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W O R D S B Y K E V I N M A R R // P H O T O S B Y J E N S E N S U T TA
With Colorado having become a “next level” destination for some of the most memorable dining experiences anywhere in the country, Sir and Sport got to thinking about what these gifted chefs (and one master sommelier) would bring to feast on at a holiday party. So we asked them. What’s next is a collection of top caliber dishes and wines that made us wish we could throw a holiday bash every day. Which now has us thinking again…
Tempt your tastebuds with these ideas for your next gathering. The recipes are yours for the taking – and the bragging.
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the chef
the dish:
JOHN TESAR
LOBSTER THERMADOR
“This dish reminds me of growing up on the beach and the comfort of my mom. It’s something we ate every year for Christmas dinner and always evokes a sense of family and celebration.”
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Heat butter in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook mushrooms, stirring, until liquid that mushrooms give off is evaporated and they begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Then add paprika, salt, and pepper and reduce heat to low. Cook, shaking pan gently, 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon Sherry and ½ cup hot cream and simmer 5 minutes once sauce is reduced add lobster meat to the remaining sauce and let stand at room temperature
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Whisk together yolks and remaining tablespoon Sherry in a small bowl. Slowly pour remaining ½ cup hot cream into yolks, whisking constantly, and transfer to a small heavy saucepan. Cook custard over very low heat, whisking constantly, until it is slightly thickened and registers 160°F on an instant-read thermometer. Fold custard into the lobster mixture, stirring gently.
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Element Kitchen & Cocktail // element-kitchen.com
Four-time James Beard Award nominee and Top Chef contestant John Tesar is known for being bold – both in life and in the kitchen. With a popular Dallas steakhouse, Knife, under his belt, Tesar has turned his sights to the Mile High City with the recent opening of Element - an elevated version of the traditional sports bar.
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the dish: OYSTER BREAD PUDDING “There’s nothing tastier on the holidays than a hearty side. This dish is perfect for a large group and reminds me of one that my mother-in-law makes. It’s delicious, amazing comfort food at its best.”
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12oz Thick cut bacon, cut in ½” pieces .5oz Garlic, sliced thin 2oz Shallot, sliced thin 6oz Collard greens, stems removed rough chopped 6oz Onion, small dice 6oz Celery, small dice 4oz Butter 3 Loaves bread, crust removed cut in 1.5” cubes, slightly dried 12oz Oysters, freshly shucked with liquor 2 Eggs 25oz Chicken stock 3 Tablespoons Parsley, chopped 2 Tablespoons Thyme, chopped ¼ Cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 Teaspoon Salt ½ Tablespoon Black pepper, ground
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In a large pan cook bacon until rendered and crispy, then remove, leaving bacon fat in the pan
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Cook garlic and shallot in bacon fat until fragrant, then add collards and vinegar and cook until most of moisture has evaporated. Remove from pan and allow to cool along with the cooked bacon
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Melt butter in the same pan and cook celery and onion until translucent. Remove from the pan and allow to cool along with the collards and bacon.
the chef JUSTIN BRUNSON
Old Major // oldmajordenver.com Born and raised to an Iowan farming family, Brunson’s childhood was spent gardening, hunting
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fishing. These
activities
along with his agricultural roots have helped to mold his passion for food and its preparation. Today, he helms a number of popular Colorado eateries including
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the dish:
CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
“Having grown up in the South enjoying soulful, homemade meals definitely contributes to why I chose this dish. The taste of my moms chicken & dumplings will forever be stuck to my tongue like pine tar on a baseball bat. It wasn’t long after I stopped playing college baseball that I fell in love with cooking. Much like sports, food is the center of attention in the South. It’s hard not to become consumed by it, especially during the holidays.” THE R EC IPE - - - - - - - 1.
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2 Quarts Water or chicken stock 1 (3 ½ -4 ½ lb.) whole chicken 2 Cups all-purpose flour 2 Cups buttermilk, add more as needed Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 Tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, thyme and rosemary), roughly chopped Place the raw, whole chicken in a Dutch oven. Cover the chicken with two quarts of chicken stock or water. Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and bring it to a boil. Once the liquid begins to boil, take a ladle and skim the impurities off of the surface of the liquid and discard them. Leaving the impurities in the pot will result in a cloudy broth. Turn the heat to a simmer and cook the chicken for 30 minutes. While the chicken is cooking, in a small mixing bowl, mix the fresh herbs, 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon and a pinch of kosher salt with the all-purpose flour (save 2 tablespoons of the dry ingredient mixture and put it aside). Once the dry ingredients are well incorporated, slowly pour in the buttermilk and stir with a fork until the mixture resembles a thick cake batter. Refrigerate until the chicken is finished cooking. MOnce the 30 minutes has passed, turn the heat off and let the chicken cool in the pot, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the liquid and place in a large mixing bowl. Once the chicken has cooled enough to handle, pick all of the meat off the bones. Discard the carcass. Place the cooked meat back into the liquid. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
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After 10 minutes, quickly stir the hot liquid with a whisk and slowly incorporate the remaining 2 tablespoons of seasoned flour. Salt and pepper to taste (roughly 1 tbsp. of kosher salt and 2 tablespoons of ground black pepper). The liquid should start to thicken. Once the thickened liquid has reached a rolling simmer, spoon the chilled dumpling mixture into the liquid one at a time. The dumplings should be roughly larger than a golf ball. Once all of the dumplings are in the liquid, cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 20 minutes.
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After 20 minutes has passed, turn off the heat, leaving the lid on. Let the dumplings cool on the stovetop for 20 more minutes. Once cooled, season to taste. Serve in bowls.
the chef
GARRET MEYER
Sarto’s // sartos.com
Southern bred Garret Meyer brings his culinary sensibilities to Sarto’s, a modern Italian eatery in Denver’s Jefferson Park enclave. Meyer spent time in the kitchen of Old Major, Mizuna and even Sarto’s in the early days before traveling to cook in Singapore and Southeast Alaska. Today, he brings this global perspective to his cooking.
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KATHLEEN DAVIA
Gateaux Bakery // gateauxpastries.com
T HE R EC IPE - - - - -
1 Pound Butter 1 Pound Sugar 1 Pound Almond Flour 10 Eggs 1 Ounce Bread Flour
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Evenly divide batter into 1-inch flat sheet pans. Evenly spread into pans!
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Bake at 300, rotating often, until light golden brown.
Kathleen Davia is the face behind Denver’s most coveted bakery and pastry shop – Gateaux. Known for her delectable sweet treats, Davia worked at some of the world’s most well-known hotels including the Brown Palace, the Marriott in Vienna, Austria and was Executive Pastry Chef at the Inverness Hotel & Golf Club before opening the doors to her now legendary shop.
the dish: PETIT FOURS
“Bited-sized and delectable, petit fours are the perfect holiday party treat. We make ours using a frangipane recipe that I came upon when I worked in Vienna, Austria. It is a dense cake that is perfect for petit fours as it holds together and doesn’t fall apart when you dip it into a liquid fondant icing. We typically fill our frangipane petit fours with a raspberry preserve, but it can be filled with apricot, strawberry or even a blackberry flavor.”
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the dish:
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO
“I always default to a great, seasonal risotto when it comes to parties - it’s such a great dish to serve to a bunch of people. It’s the ultimate comfort food to me - it keeps warm for a long time, it’s a one-pot dish and people love it. This specific recipe will be a really great addition to any holiday party. My best trick is to buy a great rotisserie chicken during the week (we usually pick one up from Cured in Boulder). Save the carcass, skin, any leftovers you don’t eat and make a killer broth with it. It makes the risotto so unctuous without adding a ton of dairy to it. Finishing it off with parmigiano-reggiano, rosemary, olive oil and a lot of chopped black truffles completes the dish. If want to be particularly seasonal, adding butternut squash to this dish is great.”
the chef
LACHLAN MACKINNON-PATTERSON Frasca Food and Wine frascafoodandwine.com
Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson’s career is certainly ornamented. With accolades including Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Chefs, James Beard Foundation Award’s Best Chef: Southwest, 2008 and a season competing on BRAVO’s Top Chef Masters, his fare is surprisingly down to earth. Considered by many to be Colroado’s best chef, Mackinnon-Patterson is the co-owner of Frasca Food and Wine as well as Pizzeria Locale and Scarpetta Wine.
THE R EC IPE Chicken Stock - Put the chicken carcass in a pot, cover it with water. - Simmer for 30 minutes, then pull it off the heat and let it steep for an hour. - Strain the both off and freeze if not using right away. Risotto - 1 Cup Vialone Nano rice - 1 Medium minced yellow onion - 1 Cup + 1 tablespoon white wine - 2 ⅓ Cup light extra virgin olive oil - Parmigiano-Reggiano for grating - 2-3 liters (8 ½ - 12 ½ cups) chicken stock (recipe follows) - Salt to taste - 1 Tablespoom Lemon Juice 1.
Sweat out the minced onion in olive oil until soft and translucent, set aside.
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BOBBY STUCKEY
Frasca Food and Wine // frascaboulder.com
As one of Colorado’s (and the nation’s) most beloved Master Sommeliers, Bobby Stuckey is lauded for his impeccable palate and refined take on fine wines. With tenures at such prestigious locales as The French Landry and the Little Nell, it was only a matter of time before he opened the doors to his own eatery – Frasca Food and Wine.
FINE WINES FOR YOUR HOLIDAY FEAST “To me, something large format is always the way to go when it comes to a holiday party. Magnums are super festive. Bubbles, in my opinion, are just as festive. My favorite champagne is Pierre Peters 2008 Brut Blanc de Blancs Les Chetillons. If you’re looking for something heartier for the colder weather, try something from Piemonte. One of my favorite producers is Giacomo Conterno. I’d bring the Giacomo Conterno Barolo 2006 Cascina Francia. I have a pretty bad addiction to potato chips, so I’d bring that, along with the wine, to a holiday party. Who doesn’t want to enjoy potato chips at a party?”
the selections PierrePeters2008 BrutBlancdeBlancsLesChetillons, $143 GiacomoConternoBarolo2006CascinaFrancia, $279
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GIFT GUIDE Curated by Betsy Marr
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Lord Chestnut Umbrella, $395 mrporter.com
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The Runwell 41mm Watch, $550 shinola.com
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Prince of Wales Checked Wool Coat, $1,845 mrporter.com
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Cromer Sunglasses, $165 mrporter.com
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Tank Dégradé Decanter and Glasses, $160 mrporter.com
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Rough & White Diamond Halo Ring, $2,990 sarahojewelry.com
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Pompom Cashmere Beanie, $235 net-a-porter.com
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Monogramme Blogger Bag, $995 neimanmarcus.com
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Statement Cuff, $148 katespade.com
Round Frame Sunnies, $400 prada.com
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Bombe Velvet Sandals, $1,260 net-a-porter.com
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Silk Georgette Dress, $1,595 net-a-porter.com
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Hana Small Suede Bag, $460 neimanmarcus.com
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Kate by Kate Moss Book, $85 amazon.com
Debbie Harry Print, $300 soniceditions.com
Christian Louboutin Beauty
Bikini Questa Sera Perfume Oil, $320 net-a-porter.com
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Patent Leather Ankle Boots, $875 net-a-porter.com
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Gold Plated Earrings, $60 net-a-porter.com
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Chain Trimmed Sunnies, $520 neimanmarcus.com
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DRIVERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EDUCATION HAS NEVER BEEN THIS FUN.
HORSE POWER
By Kevin Marr
Join us behind-the-scenes at the ultimate supercar racing school. The jet black Rolls-Royce Phantom roared past security in a restricted area and was doing a bee line for the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The luxury rocket ship was moving much too fast to stop. Meanwhile, an unsuspecting Audi R8 V10 doing laps on the track is overtaken out of nowhere by the rogue British beauty and its mystery driver. Suddenly, the Audi driver recognizes his raceway opponent. As it turns out, the Rolls-Royce wheelman has every right to be there.
Introducing Enrico Bertaggia.
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Over 30,000 clients a year channel He’s the CEO and co-owner of Dream Racing, the largest, most eye-popping, state-of-the-art racing school and facility anywhere in the world. Whoever said “speed kills,” never received behind-thewheel training from this pinnacle driving mecca just a few miles north of Las Vegas. The four-wheeled legends that are just a few of the jaw-dropping supercars featured in Bertaggia’s 62-car collection include the Ferrari F12berlinetta, the McLaren 650S, the Porsche 911 RS, the Aston Martin DB11 and the Mercedes SLS AMG. The former professional race car driver from Noale, Italy (just outside of Venice), has taken his storied past of championship races and friendships with royalty like the Prince of Monaco, and has inked a new chapter here in the Nevada desert where racing is still king. Over 30,000 clients a year channel their inner-race car driver and witness an experience unlike any other on the globe. So how did this project come about in the first place? “I’ve always been involved with racing and driving schools for Ferrari and BMW, and I came to realize that I wanted to create something that included multiple brands where you can test all of the cars at the same time,” Enrico explains. “Las Vegas was the perfect choice because of the 43 million tourists a year, no restrictions on noise, the speedway is very close to the city and our speedway partners have been absolutely fantastic. We’ve been welcomed here and I feel at home here.” Bertaggia’s home away from home is the 1.1-mile long track and its pristine garage that houses the top luxury cars and race cars on the planet. Expert instructors and top shelf mechanics whom Enrico trains himself are omnipresent, where safety is foremost and the philosophy of it all is second nature. “The education and the way of thinking of a race car driver all revolves around perfection,” Bertaggia begins. “When you compete with people who have similar skills, you need to fight to win the race, and this is the same level of detail that I put into Dream Racing. I have to provide the proper service and expectations to our customers.” If you think you just show up to the track, flash your driver’s license and then pick out a Ferrari to take for a spin – think again.
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their inner-race car driver President Ado De Micheli, have a system in place that is second-to-none, and it’s the preparation and training that each and every client goes through that makes this experience so authentic. The training session includes track and safety features as well as an in-house simulator to familiarize yourself with speeds, turns, angles and braking before you get behind the wheel of your actual car. Your instructor, who will be guiding you in the car, is also present for the simulator test to tutor you on do’s and don’ts and shake out the cobwebs so that your experience going 120 down a straightaway isn’t a complete surprise. After the simulator, you’ll be needed
in “wardrobe” where you’ll put on a professional race suit and helmet. The subsequent walk to the track, clad in genuine race gear, resembles an unbelievable rush comparable to what an athlete would encounter at the likes of the Super Bowl, World Series or the 18th at Augusta. It’s the only place on Earth where you can drive the Lamborghini Aventador Superveloce or the Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo. These track-ready masterpieces and the rest of the race car fleet will be your ultimate alarm clock.
Once you’re done, you might think it was all a dream. It wasn’t. It’s just Dream Racing. + More at dreamracing.com
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A FIELD GUIDE TO POLITE CONVERSATION ey b b A ian r B y B
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The holidays – a time for family, festive decorations, feasting and F-bombs dropped over heated dinner conversations. The holiday season is a veritable minefield of taboo topics and here’s your guide for escaping unscathed. First, before boarding your plane or packing your car, map out the terrain like Jordan Spieth on the greens before a tournament or Kelly Slater on the beach before a heat. Know what to expect and what may cause trouble. There’s Grandpa, that loveable, old grouse who elevates casual racism to an art form. There’s your evangelical parents, who become more “born again” each year. After recently announcing her newfound dedication to veganism, little sister is comin wit all of er piercin s in tow. our older brot er fres ly di orced will y in from Florida, no doubt wearing his trusty Make America Great Again cap. Your pot enthusiast aunt is taking a ride share from San Jose with members of her electric car fan club and her twin dau ters are yin in from C one is a lesbian and one is iccan but you re not sure w ic is witc . at you do now is t at t ere will be a wide ariety of opinions sittin around a powder keg disguised as a table, waiting for a spark. ow ta e a uic mental audit of safe and unsafe con ersation starters nec tattoos a oid Game of Thrones safe. ere s little doubt someone will try to eer table tal into a no y zone so you’ll need to recognize it early. Furthermore, someone will have recently become sober, discovered gluten free or found meaning somewhere and unless you want 12 hours of proselytizing, avoid these topics as well. e typical American C ristmas celebration doesn t consist of mars mallows for roastin and caroling out in the snow” and it won’t feel like the most wonderful time of the year once the swearin and weepin start. o t e a era e American C ristmas more resembles obert arl Keen’s Merry Christmas from the Family:
Mom got drunk and Dad got drunk At our Christmas party We were drinkin’ champagne punch and homemade eggnog Little sister brought her new boyfriend He was a Mexican We didn’t know what to think of him Until he sang Feliz Navidad
e openin c orus brin s up a ery salient point boo e. ou e done your mental audit of e pected uests and mapped out potential a ards. ow it s time to plan your drin ame. Face it, in vino veritas. People will start drinking and shit will get real. Moreover, holiday drinking can start at breakfast with sneaky morning cocktails and continue with eggnog throughout the day. How will you conduct yourself? There are two options here, Spidey or Hulk.
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The elephant in most rooms will be Trump. If someone mentions him, pivot to Home Alone 2. Trump had a brief cameo in the film, thus providing multiple escape routes.
Spiderman version isn’t as much fun but it allows you to keep your wits about you. Stay sober and like the web slinger, remain agile with your faculties at full strength. No one can lay a glove on you as you verbally dodge all drunken haymakers. There’s no reason for combat if you use your Spidey sense and leave aggressors tangled in webs of logic. Your other option is a hell of a lot more fun – Hulk Smash. With this tactic you giddily partake of every goddamn drink that comes your way until your frontal lobe is oatin in ooc and all traces of your superego vanish, leaving your id to wreak havoc on the room. Feelings will be hurt and antique china might be destroyed but the Hulk is impenetrable to all attacks and will leave a broad swath of destruction in his wake as you eventually make your way from the dinner table to whatever local bar is still open. Do it well enough and you may bring a She-Hulk back to your childhood bedroom for some sexy Avengers Assemble time, assuming your family didn’t change the locks while you were out. Whichever way you go with the drink, it’s important to have a few things in your back pocket to circumvent topical booby traps. Small talk amongst friends and family who don’t often dine together gets aw ward and some will try to fill t ose aw ward silences wit loaded questions. Here’s some mental judo for you: The elephant in most rooms will be Trump. If someone mentions him, pivot to Home Alone 2. Trump had a brief cameo in t e film t us pro idin multiple escape routes. “What do you think about Trump?” “Ah, did you know he was in Home Alone 2 in a scene with Macaualy Culkin? Whatever happened to that kid?”
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From here debate whether Home Alone constitutes a Christmas classic, delve into the greatness of Joe Pesci or shock uninformed members of the room by revealing that Culkin dated Mila Kunis for nearly ten years. If someone tries to discuss immigration mention that Irving Berlin was an immigrant and wrote grandpa’s favorite line, I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas. And speaking of dreaming, Hakeem “the Dream” Olajuwon was an immigrant. Where does he stack up in the pantheon of legendary NBA big men?
Be quick with the pivots, like Hakeem ‘The Dream.’ Be witty, if possible, and be brief. Don’t answer questions directly and stay on message: you are happy to be home. If someone starts waxing religious, turn the conversation to St. Nicholas. The novelist Washington Irving, of Sleepy Hollow fame, wrote a story called Knickerbock History in which he used the Dutch name Santa Claus, referring to Nicholas, for the first time in wide publication. A few years later Clement Moore wrote ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, based on Irving’s story. Then an illustrator named Thomas Nast created a cartoon based on Moore’s poem that ran in Harper’s Weekly, creating Santa as we know today, sans the red suit. Coca-Cola gave us that in 1931 and voila – St. Nicholas becomes a jolly, old elf. Memorize this and run through it without stopping or taking a breath until the religious fervour wanes. Be prepared to “ho ho ho” if necessary. Be quick with the pivots, like Hakeem ‘The Dream.’ Be witty, if possible, and be brief. Don’t answer questions directly and stay on message: you are happy to be home. Try a meditation app before entering the front door then feint all incoming verbal jabs like a gentleman. Finally, if the conversation turns to guns, abortion or North Korea, simply grab the nearest bottle and say goodbye to mild mannered Bruce Banner and hello to Hulk Smash – just make sure to leave a window open in case they try to lock you out.
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Wheelman BY KEVIN HOLT
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Who: Ford What: Shelby GT500 WHEN: 2018 HOW: Starting at $65,000
The Lincoln Navigator was one of the founders of the full-size luxury SUV market that seemed to explode with the help of rappers, NBA superstars and celebrities hitting the town in Navigators and its rival Cadillac Escalade. The category matured and the Escalade seemed to take over as Lincoln’s fortunes changed after the recession. And now Lincoln delivers a fully redesigned Navigator to take on the Escalade and regain control of the segment with distinctive styling and the blend of features and leather-clad seating we’ve come to expect from these behemoths of luxury.
Now for a four-door, European screamer that is tantalizingly close, yet expected to launch in calendar year 2018 based off Jaguar’s XE Project 8. As Jaguar gets serious about going after the German stalwarts, this newest British super sedan is officially the 2019 XE SVR. Reports have it positioned as a compelling alternative to its German counterparts – the Mercedes-AMG C63 S and the BMW M3.
Few names have the hallowed reverence that Shelby does. Even with Carroll Shelby’s passing in 2012, the nameplate continues to give auto enthusiasts pause when a new product bears the name. Ford’s official announcement and unveiling is expected at the North American International Auto Show this January in Detroit.
The new Navigator reflects Lincoln’s new design language and benefits from the recent changes made to its Ford sibling, the Expedition. In addition to losing around 200 pounds with the use of aluminum, a 450 horsepower twinturbocharged 3.5L engine is paired with a 10-speed transmission under the hood. That luxurious interior you’d expect from a Lincoln includes the new optional 30-way-adjustable Perfect Position Seats that provides heating, cooling and massage. The Navigator also has a rear-seat entertainment system with dual 10.0inch screens on the front seatbacks, which can stream wirelessly from your Android devices. And don’t worry, you can add optional bells and whistles such as a 360-degree camera, suede headliners and real wood trim.
The Jaguar folks have not officially developed final specs but the expectation is a 500+ horsepower from 5.0L supercharged V-8. This will best the BMW M3’s 425 horsepower and leave it closer to Mercedes-AMG C63 S’s 503. With an eight-speed transmission and rumored upgrades including weightreducing chassis upgrades, suspension and wheel packages, the SVR should be a winner whether front-wheel or all-wheel drive.
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Spy photos of Mustang test mules are all over the Internet as the vehicle continues going through its paces. Those in the know say there is buzz around a possible 5.2-liter, dual clutch V8 producing 700 horsepower. The highly-modified Ford Mustang could be the blue oval’s answer to Dodge’s Hellcat, which is also in the 700-horsepower category. If the rumors are true, this will be a car that would make Carroll Shelby proud.
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FLIGHT TO LUXURY Guests gathered for the eighth year in a row at Flight to Luxury this September 15th. Produced by luxury travel brand Cuvée, Flight to Luxury raised more than $1.2 milion for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Perhaps the most lavish and anticipated event in the city, guests enjoyed fare and libations from Denver’s top restaurants as well as unique entertainment, private jets and exotic cars before heading into a live program showcasing chic fashions from Larimer Square. A rousing live auction was followed by NFL superstar Peyton Manning taking to the stage, where he threw autographed football’s to the evening’s highest bidders.
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1. Cuvée founder Larry Mueller with his family – daughter Emily, wife Mary Kay, daughter Kate Delzell and son-in-law Sean Delzell 2. Boys & Girls Clubs CEO Erin Porteous with one of the organizations very special members. 3. Longtime Flight to Luxury supporters George and Carol Solich 4. Larry Mueller and Maximum Talent model Holly Baratta celebrate the evening’s grand finale. 5. Reign Media sponsored the event. Founders Betsy and Kevin Marr take to the red carpet with Baby Boy Marr-to-be in tow. 6. A gorgeous guest enjoys the display of exotic automobiles on the tarmac. 7. A professional dance troupe entertained the crowd prior to the fashion show. 8. Boys and Girls Clubs members direct guests from one hangar to the next. 9. Denver Bronco Emmanuel Sanders catches a pass from the legendary Peyton Manning. 10. Cuvée’s Director of Events Whitney Skylar with Marketing Associate Allison Spurrell 11. NFL great Peyton Manning and Boys and Girls Clubs superstars
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RAY’S AWARENESS The Denver Broncos’ Shane Ray launched his inaugural Steak and Seafood Dinner at Ocean Prime in Larimer Square for his charity, Ray’s Awareness. Joined by teammates that included Von Miller and Brandon Marshall, the evening celebrated Ray and his mother Sebrina Johnson’s efforts in supporting underprivileged youth in Ray’s hometown of Kansas City, MO, as well as in Denver. In addition to donating backpacks and shoes with the Denver Rescue Mission, the Shane Ray Foundation will also be building a playground as well as teaming up with the Champa House, a shelter for homeless women and children. Sir and Sport proudly served as the evening’s media sponsor. 1. A bevy of autographed sports memorabilia helped raise much needed funds in the silent auction. 2. One lucky guest was the winner of an autographed Von Miller jersey. 3. Denver Broncos Linebacker Brandon Marshall 4. Shane Ray welcomes guests 5. Shane Ray and his mother, Sebrina Johnson 6. Denver Broncos Guard Max Garcia 7. Denver Broncos Cheerleaders welcome guests 8. Man of the hour Shane Ray poses with lovely ladies on the red carpet.
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9. Denver Bronco Dymonte Thomas participates in the ‘Heads or Tails’ game. 10. A Shane Ray jersey was one of the evening’s incredible prizes. 11. The evening’s emcee Nate Lundy addresses the crowd. Stranahan’s Whiskey served as a proud event sponsor. 12. Broncos Linebacker Zaire Anderson poses with his guests. 13. Sir and Sport was the event’s proud media sponsor. Pictured here are Matt Robinson, Chelsea Magness, Editor Kevin Marr and Thomas Walbrun with Denver Broncos superstar Von Miller. 14. Ocean Prime’s PR dynamo Dana Pluss Parks poses with her guests.
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TAKE FLIGHT…TONIGHT Take Flight…Tonight, an inaugural event benefiting Colorado State University’s Temple Grandin Equine Center, was Denver’s best new party of the summer! A sold-out event of more than 600 people raised $200,000 to support equine-assisted activities and therapies. Guests enjoyed helicopter tours of Downtown Denver and the Front Range, gourmet meat dishes provided by CSU Meat Sciences and CaterWest, cocktails provided by Brown Forman and brews hosted by Tivoli Brewing, and a crowd-pleasing presentation by Dr. Temple Grandin.
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1. Adam Daurio (Temple Grandin Equine Center) and his lovely wife, Jen. 2. Dr. Jerry Black (CSU Director of Equine Sciences), Temple Grandin, Kevin Pond (head of the CSU Department of Animal Scienes) and his wife, Janice. 3. Melissa and Ty Little of Mountain Aviation 4. Holland Darcy and Shelby Berry 5. Monica Owens Beauprez, Frances Owens and Kari Christiensen 6. Lucky guests had the opportunity to enjoy helicopter rides over downtown Denver during the event’s cocktail hour. 7. Adam Daurio poses with beautiful guests 8. A lovely couple poses with horses from Temple Grandin Equine Center 9. Tracy and Kent Bozarth 10. Reign Media’s Betsy and Kevin Marr with Art Director Jill Hodges
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BENTLEY DENVER POLO CLASSIC Guests donned their millinery and watched swinging mallets on June 10th and 11th at the 3rd Annual Bentley Denver Polo Classic. This year, proceeds went to benefit Temple Grandin Equine Center. More than 500 took to the Denver Polo Club in beautiful Sedalia for an afternoon of revelry that included fare and libations from Colorado’s finest establishments, multiple polo matches and exotic automobiles from Bentley, Ferrari and Lotus of Denver.
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1. A tiny polo fan dons his most darling duds for the occasion. 2. A player from Denver Polo Club swings for the win! 3. Holly Kylberg with her longtime beau, Scott Yenzer 4. Members of the Arapahoe Hunt Club don their traditional “pink” coats as they take to the field. 5. Before Sunday’s Championship Day presentation, guests enjoyed pageantry with stunning horses and stunning automobiles alike. 6. A beautiful couple dressed for the occasion 7. Bentley’s General Manager Mark Dismuke and his lovely wife Amy pose with family, friends and guests. 8. Amy Dismuke rides with friends in a beautiful Bentley convertible. 9. Guests enjoyed the opportunity to don fine millinery for the occasion. 10. The Bentley Bentayga hovers in the background as players take to the field on Saturday’s Family Day. 11. Polo players vie for the goal!
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his November marks the 50th anniversary of an all-time movie classic with a leading man that could do no wrong with us. Cool Hand Luke hit the screens back on November 1, 1957, featuring the legend himself, Paul Newman, as a laid back southern man who is sentenced to two years in a rural prison, but refuses to conform. The film was nominated for four Academy Awards including Best Actor in a Leading Role, Best Writing and Best Music, while taking home one Oscar for George Kennedy for Best Actor in a Supporting Role.
The movie spawned some pop culture treasures including the famous line, “What we’ve got here is a failure to communicate,” the memorable scene of Newman’s character taking on a bet of eating 50 eggs, as well as a sexy blonde in that unforgettable carwash scene. With that said, here are a few other fun facts to look forward to when watching this cinematic gem…
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In the “road-tarring” sequence, the actors actually blacktopped a mile-long stretch of highway for the county.
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Two hundred hard-boiled eggs were provided for one of the film’s most famous sequences. Due to clever editing, Paul Newman only ate about eight altogether. The rest were consumed by the cast and crew.
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The opening scene, in which Luke is cutting off the heads of parking meters, was filmed in Lodi, CA. After the filming, the city did not replace the meters, and for many years afterward you could go there and see a block-long row of metal posts sans meters.
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According to Jack Lemmon’s son Chris Lemmon in an Icons Radio Interview, Jack was originally selected to play the part of Luke, but after reading the script saw that Paul Newman would be better. So he decided to produce it instead.
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Luke’s prison number (37) is a reference to the Bible--Luke 1:37. (“For with God nothing shall be impossible.”)
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Harry Dean Stanton (who is listed only as “Dean Stanton” in this movie’s opening credits) taught Paul Newman how to play “Plastic Jesus.”
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A southern prison camp was built for this movie just north of Stockton, CA. A dozen buildings were constructed, including a barracks, mess hall, warden’s quarters, guard shack and dog kennels.
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Truckloads of Spanish moss were shipped from Louisiana to the set in California to hang in the trees around the prison.
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In the 1982 pilot of the sitcom Cheers (1982), the regulars are arguing over what the sweatiest movie ever made was. Ultimately they agree on this film.
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