In this episode of Steamboat Real Estate & Investing, I sit down with Olympic athletes Nelson Carmichael and Caroline Lalive to explore what truly makes Steamboat different.

We talk about growing up in Steamboat Springs — how the town has changed, what has remained constant, and the moments early on when skiing shifted from something they did after school to something that would shape their lives. Nelson and Caroline reflect on defining moments in their competitive careers, the realities of the Olympic journey, and the experiences people don’t always see behind the results.

The conversation also goes beyond sport, touching on why Steamboat continues to produce world-class athletes, how local schools and the Winter Sports Club play a role in shaping kids here, and what it’s like to raise families in a small mountain town built around commitment, balance, and community.

We also dive into building homes in Steamboat — from recent construction projects to how they think about risk, design, timing, and buyer preferences in today’s evolving market. It’s a thoughtful look at why people choose to build here, why many choose to stay, and how place, lifestyle, and long-term thinking intersect in Steamboat Springs.

This episode is about more than skiing or real estate — it’s about understanding what makes Steamboat work, and why it continues to attract families, athletes, and investors looking to build a life here.

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