Sydney, Jillian, Aidan and Avery — These four kids “loved our store.” Thank you so much for sending us your photos – you all look fantastic in your western gear!
Jillian B.
Aidan B.
Avery B.
Sydney B.
Micah — This is Micah, who traveled all the way from Abiline!
Riding off into the sunset — This little one is riding off into the sunset without a care in the world!
This is Teegan, and this is her first time riding Lightning!
This is Emma – her mother is a third generation Steamboat native!
This is Jonah!
This is 3 year-old Justin. He traveled all the way from San Francisco to ride Lightning!
“We had our first visit to Steamboat Springs this week and had a wonderful time. My kids were excited to see all the sights and hike trails and ride ”Lightning” !
“We had our first visit to Steamboat Springs this week and had a wonderful time. My kids were excited to see all the sights and hike trails and ride ”Lightning” !
This fellow traveled all the way from Alabama!
This young lady is from Alabama – we love how festive she is!
Kelton was so excited to ride his first horse!
Shirley
This was “the start of a great trip!”
We had a great time visiting your store!
Lighting Rider from New Orleans
Lighting Rider from New Orleans
Lila, from Boulder
Lucy-Claire, from Georgia was skiing in Steamboat!
Ben in 2012
Sam Riding Lightning
Jovi
Holly Jolly Lightning Riders
Elsie is wearing a great red hat!
Luke, Ryan, and Joey
Elizabeth
Liza
Micah from Abilene
Scott in the past
Zoe
Paisley from KY!
Alex
Gaby
Hands in the Air
Ian
Donnie
Sarah
Aussie the Dog
Laura & James
Jenele, age 5
Carson
Caleb
Coleman
Jason
Alexis, June 2012
Meet Wells! He is from Atlanta, Georgia, and he is 2.5 years old!
This is Belle, looking like quite the lady with her headband!
Jan 6, 2012: Caio, from Brazil, in his first trip to Colorado for a ski vacation
Isabel, 2012
Caela – This is a photo of our daughter this past weekend. We truly enjoyed our visit to your store.
Our niece, Sibley Paige, on Lightening during her very first trip to Steamboat! Sibley is 8 months old and is from Kansas City (although her parents are both Texas natives). We have owned a home in Steamboat for 18 years and visiting FM Light is a family tradition!
A babies’ first trip to Steamboat – and may there be many more!
Niue, September 2011
Victoria, Labor Day weekend, 2012
2 Year-Old Stylish Lightning Rider
Makyla
Cathy holding up her new boots
Nathanael, Straw Boss of his Posse
Kate on her first Lightning Ride
Sequoia from Winter Park, FL
Matt
Daniel T.
Stella dropped by after a rough-and-tough day on the mountain for a quick jaunt on Lightning.
Louie was a proud horse dog on his visit! We’re pretty sure he’s one of the cutest Lightning Rider’s we’ve had.
This is Evan, and he’s 4 years old!
These boys traveled all the way from Littleton, Colorado. They love F.M. Lights!
Alex, Conner, Tucker, Mac, Shane, and Killian in 2004
Alexa and Garrett in 2002
Ms. Amber Lynne is 9 months old. She was the first to ride Lightning for a full 8 seconds!
Andrew from Florence, AL – 18 months old
Andy from Salem, N.C. in 2008
Anna, 1 year old
Austin – Went by “Tex”
Brandon, sporting a new hat!
6 month old Brandon
Caley and Rachael in 2002
Cone heads!
The “Cookie Monster”
Dana from Saint Clair, MI
Dillon M.
Dreaming of a white Christmas!
Evelyn G
The famous Sheriff Riley
Giddy up!
Hannah “Meaner than Max” at 9 years old
Hugh and Miles
Hugh and Miles
Jack in the winter of 1999
Jacob Wolfe
Jake in 2002
Miss Jaylah and her dog Sadie.
Keaghna in 2003
Kelly from Fort Worth, Texas
She’s young at heart
A kid at heart
Miss Kyla rode Lightning inside!
The Lone Ranger
Madam Brigid in 2001
Madam Sara in 2000
“Marilyn Monroe”
“Mean Max” at 7 years old
Miss Carly in 2003
Mitch in 2002.
Nicky from Avon in 2002.
One-Handed Callie in 2003.
Outlaws Dean and Mitch from Golden, Colorado in 2001.
Sadie the dog and Jaylah
Samantha from NJ at age 7.
Savannah, Shelby, Sam, Sydney, Jeff, and Paul
She goes by the name of “Sheriff”
Trying side saddle!
Christian (smiley) in 2002
Smilin’ Katie at age 5.
Tawny from Dallas at age 15.
They call him “The Wolf” and he’s wanted in 10 states.
Toto the dog.
Dreaming of a white Christmas.
A worn out buckaroo!
Our little guy is really enjoying his first pair of boots and his new hat! Big thanks to your staff for being so helpful today!
10-year old lover of horses and expert Lightning rider.
Maisie never misses a chance to ride Lightning.
This 7-year old rider testifies that Lightning can be wobbly, just like a real horse!
Kailani A., 4 yrs old, came all the way from Hawaii for a pair of boots!
Anticipating a beautiful winter ride! #lightningrider
Another rider keeping it cool, which isn’t easy at high noon. #lightningrider
The most recent historical photo Annie Oakley known to be in existence. #lightningrider
Another afternoon ride down Lincoln Avenue. #lightningrider
An infamous member of the Sloan Gang. #lightningrider
An infamous member of the Sloan Gang. #lightningrider
An infamous member of the Sloan Gang.#lightningrider
Ridin’ Main Street at high noon. #lightningrider
Thanks Simply Steamboat for this great shot! #lightningrider
K. King came all the way from Texas to try her hand with Lightning. #lightningrider
Nolan came all the way from La Junta with his parents and grandparents just to ride Lightning. Judging by his expression, the mission was a huge success. #lightningrider
Nolan at the reigns. #Lightningrider
Addelynn loves horses and was very excited to be riding Lightning during our sidewalk sale. #lightningrider
Little Miss Ava came all the way from Brighton, CO for her photoshoot with Lightning
A rider from Ohio, enjoying a perfect blue-sky ride down Lincoln Ave.
Many riders can hardly contain their excitement at the prospect of a photo-op with Lightning. This one, on the other hand, could teach us all a lesson in keeping it calm and collected.
Member of the Sutton Gang during their ride through the valley – circa June 2015
This youngest member of the Sutton Gang may not look tough, but don’t be beguiled by that adorableness!
Member of the Sutton Gang during their ride through the valley – circa June 2015
Incredible poise demonstrated by this #lightningrider!
Greylon, reportedly the toughest member of the Karaffa Gang, tries Lightning on for size.
One of the Giglers regaling the multitudes during her Lightning Ride.
If Lightning could smile, he would probably be having as much fun as this #Lightningrider looks to be having!
Averee on an easygoing ride during another beautiful day out west
This #lightningrider goes by the soubriquet Baby Goose. Shared with us via @nyaxter on instagram
More great form demonstrated by this #lightningrider
We compliment Cooper on knowing how to enjoy the good things in life. All at the same time! #happyplace
That intense Colorado sunshine can’t keep this #lightningrider from enjoying her day!
Yeehaw #lightningrider! Shared with us via @cocobark on instagram
Reportedly a member of the Smith Gang, this happy #lightningrider rode through town in late August
Nico of Glenwood Springs rode Lightning for the whole 8 seconds, and then some! Yeehaw!
Ana from Glenwood Springs during a beautiful sunlit fall day in Steamboat
Jayme’s cousins from Minnesota come visit Steamboat every year, and getting a ride on Lightning is always an important part of the itinerary.
Kade Bracken comes to Steamboat every year just to ride Lightning!
Robert showing off his new hat boots!
This is Samson who is happily sporting his new hat on Lightning!