On Sunday night friends and family gathered together to share stories and say goodbye to our friend Ralph.  The following video was produced by Ralph’s longtime friend, Bryan Simpson. The video captures the essence of a life well-lived. Snapshots of a life full of adventures and friends. From an all-American boy growing up in the ’70s and ’80s to a man loved by everyone lucky enough to know him. 

If possible I’ll post the full memorial service video.  

Direct link to Ralph’s Tribute video.

Downloadable link for Ralph’s Tribute video.

Donations are still being collected to support Erin.

I’ll be posting information for Ralph’s in-person celebration of life when a date has been selected, likely this Spring or Summer. 


Live Like Ralph

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

Much like New Belgium Brewing, the Rio is synonymous with Fort Collins cycling. Patrick McGaughran, the owner of all five Colorado Rios opened the first restaurant here in Fort Collins in 1986. He first sponsored an elite road team in 1999. His title sponsorship of that team continues nearly 25 years later and has catapulted riders like Tejay van Garderen, Chad Haga and Mara Abbot into the World Tour. In addition to the elite road team, Pat has advertised on YGR since 2009 (my second…

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