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Aug 14 2013
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No nonsense Beards

One of our favorite parts about this bearded community is that there really is an outpouring of support for the bearded man. Always wear your beard with pride, men of Denver. You never if there’s a B of D ghost writer on your trail. We owe a big “thank you” to our friend Amy for introducing us to these fine gentlemen. Meet Dave and Jack. Amy put together a question and answer sheet for them and set up a photo shoot. Nicely done, friend! Here’s how they answered (Dave loves the striped tie. Jack puts his hand in his pocket when drinking coffee): Dave: How old is your beard? Grew full beard when I turned 21 (When all men should) Does the beard give you trouble in the corporate world? No. I don’t let the man keep me down. (Gave us chills) Favorite part? Stroking it when in deep contemplation. What do the ladies think of your beard? Ladies love the beard. A woman who isn’t into bearded men probably isn’t into men. (Note: new t-shirt idea). Would you shave your beard for a particular job? Yeah, because the great thing about beards is they grow back. What does mom think of the beard? I’m not sure, we’ve never had “the talk”. She’s never said she dislikes it so I’ll go ahead and say she’s a fan. Jack: How old is your beard? On and off for the past 7 years Does the beard give you trouble in the corporate world? No. Favorite part? Do you kjnow how the drink “Tom Collins” got it’s name? What is the fastest route in and out of an IKEA? Those are the kinds of questions you have to be able to answer when you have a beard, so I guess it is the sense of public stewardship and responsibility that I enjoy most. What do the ladies think of your beard? It’s tough to discern the difference between a ‘good’ double-take and a ‘bad’ one, but so far I haven’t had any complaints. Would you shave your beard for a particular job? Are astronauts allowed to have beards? What does mom think of the beard? She thinks I’m covering my face. Like my beard is some sort of catcher’s mask that I’m forced to wear from time to time. At this point she’s used to it, but suffice it to say she’s not a huge fan.

One of our favorite parts about this bearded community is that there really is an outpouring of support for the bearded man. Always wear your beard with pride, men of Denver. You never if there’s a B of D ghost writer on your trail. We owe a big “thank you” to our friend Amy for introducing us to these fine gentlemen. Meet Dave and Jack. Amy put together a question and answer sheet for them and set up a photo shoot. Nicely done, friend! Here’s how they answered (Dave loves the striped tie. Jack puts his hand in his pocket when drinking coffee):
Dave:
How old is your beard?
Grew full beard when I turned 21 (When all men should)
Does the beard give you trouble in the corporate world?
No. I don’t let the man keep me down. (Gave us chills)
Favorite part?
Stroking it when in deep contemplation.
What do the ladies think of your beard?
Ladies love the beard. A woman who isn’t into bearded men probably isn’t into men. (Note: new t-shirt idea).
Would you shave your beard for a particular job?
Yeah, because the great thing about beards is they grow back.
What does mom think of the beard?
I’m not sure, we’ve never had “the talk”. She’s never said she dislikes it so I’ll go ahead and say she’s a fan.
Jack:
How old is your beard?
On and off for the past 7 years
Does the beard give you trouble in the corporate world?
No.
Favorite part?
Do you know how the drink “Tom Collins” got it’s name? What is the fastest route in and out of an IKEA? Those are the kinds of questions you have to be able to answer when you have a beard, so I guess it is the sense of public stewardship and responsibility that I enjoy most.
What do the ladies think of your beard?
It’s tough to discern the difference between a ‘good’ double-take and a ‘bad’ one, but so far I haven’t had any complaints.
Would you shave your beard for a particular job?
Are astronauts allowed to have beards?
What does mom think of the beard?
She thinks I’m covering my face. Like my beard is some sort of catcher’s mask that I’m forced to wear from time to time. At this point she’s used to it, but suffice it to say she’s not a huge fan.

Jul 24 2013
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Too Hot to Handy Randy

We love hump day for a variety of reasons; camels are amazing, ‘The Humpty Dance’ is set on repeat in my office from 12-1 every Wednesday, Whiskey Bar has some sweet specials and we typically have a fantastic beard to share. Meet Randy. Randy Whitsmill. A big thank you to his fellow co-worker and avid BofD supporter (and guest), Androo---without you, this glamorous beard wouldn’t have gotten the recognition it so deserves. Here’s the play by play of his interview. Enjoy: (3:40:50 PM) Androo: how old is your beard (3:41:00 PM) Randy: that's complicated (3:41:10 PM) Randy: the mustache is 7 months, the sideburns are 3 weeks (3:41:56 PM) Androo: what's your favorite thing about it (3:42:23 PM) Randy: it traps my food, so then I get a snack later (3:42:32 PM) Androo: bonus (3:42:47 PM) Androo: what does your mother think about it? (3:43:19 PM) Randy: she thinks it takes away from my stunning good looks (3:44:57 PM) Androo: do you agree with mom? (3:45:33 PM) Randy: no - I think if anything it helps (3:45:47 PM) Randy: alternate answer: yes - it's hard living a normal life with such stunning good looks (3:46:07 PM) Androo: haha (3:46:22 PM) Androo: moderating that a bit helps you go out to lunch without attracting a crowd, I’d imagine. (3:46:29 PM) Randy: correct (3:46:41 PM) Androo: where are you from originally (3:46:55 PM) Randy l: originally? the uterus, I guess (3:47:08 PM) Androo: and after that? (3:47:31 PM) Randy: Oshkosh, WI - which is where I got the lust for salted, cased meats (3:47:44 PM) Androo: and you're now a vegetarian? (3:48:16 PM) Randy: correct - even a midwesterner has his limits (3:48:27 PM) Androo: how long have you lived in CO? (3:48:35 PM) Randy: 8 years (3:51:56 PM) Androo: has having facial hair helped in any surprising ways in your life? (4:04:50 PM) Randy: Personally - people look at me and sometimes laugh. They think I must be funny. But that's not really the case. Professionally - I would really attribute all of my success thus far to my appearance. It'd be a shame should I interview with someone who is blind. (4:06:20 PM) Androo: any particular grooming practices? (4:07:22 PM) Randy: Grooming? I'm not sure what you mean. This is just how my beard grows naturally. (4:07:30 PM) Androo: impressive (4:08:08 PM) Androo: anything else you'd like to add about yourself (4:10:02 PM) Randy: Don't ever let anyone tell you you shouldn't grow out your beard because it's too spotty. That's just your body being creative. (4:10:27 PM) Androo: words to live by

We love hump day for a variety of reasons; camels are amazing, ‘The Humpty Dance’ is set on repeat in my office from 12-1 every Wednesday, Whiskey Bar has some sweet specials and we typically have a fantastic beard to share. Meet Randy. Randy Whitsmill. A big thank you to his fellow co-worker and avid BofD supporter (and guest), Androo—without you, this glamorous beard wouldn’t have gotten the recognition it so deserves.
Here’s the play by play of his interview. Enjoy:
(3:40:50 PM) Androo: how old is your beard
(3:41:00 PM) Randy: that’s complicated
(3:41:10 PM) Randy: the mustache is 7 months, the sideburns are 3 weeks
(3:41:56 PM) Androo: what’s your favorite thing about it
(3:42:23 PM) Randy: it traps my food, so then I get a snack later
(3:42:32 PM) Androo: bonus
(3:42:47 PM) Androo: what does your mother think about it?
(3:43:19 PM) Randy: she thinks it takes away from my stunning good looks
(3:44:57 PM) Androo: do you agree with mom?
(3:45:33 PM) Randy: no – I think if anything it helps
(3:45:47 PM) Randy: alternate answer: yes – it’s hard living a normal life with such stunning good looks
(3:46:07 PM) Androo: haha
(3:46:22 PM) Androo: moderating that a bit helps you go out to lunch without attracting a crowd, I’d imagine.
(3:46:29 PM) Randy: correct
(3:46:41 PM) Androo: where are you from originally
(3:46:55 PM) Randy l: originally? the uterus, I guess
(3:47:08 PM) Androo: and after that?
(3:47:31 PM) Randy: Oshkosh, WI – which is where I got the lust for salted, cased meats
(3:47:44 PM) Androo: and you’re now a vegetarian?
(3:48:16 PM) Randy: correct – even a midwesterner has his limits
(3:48:27 PM) Androo: how long have you lived in CO?
(3:48:35 PM) Randy: 8 years
(3:51:56 PM) Androo: has having facial hair helped in any surprising ways in your life?
(4:04:50 PM) Randy: Personally – people look at me and sometimes laugh. They think I must be funny. But that’s not really the case. Professionally – I would really attribute all of my success thus far to my appearance. It’d be a shame should I interview with someone who is blind.
(4:06:20 PM) Androo: any particular grooming practices?
(4:07:22 PM) Randy: Grooming? I’m not sure what you mean. This is just how my beard grows naturally.
(4:07:30 PM) Androo: impressive
(4:08:08 PM) Androo: anything else you’d like to add about yourself
(4:10:02 PM) Randy: Don’t ever let anyone tell you you shouldn’t grow out your beard because it’s too spotty. That’s just your body being creative.
(4:10:27 PM) Androo: words to live by

Jul 10 2013
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The Iced Beard

Oh boy, this was a fun one. Let’s go back and relive those Telluride times. B of D met Garrett on the way into the festival when we stopped into the refreshing Telluride Bottleworks for some much needed supplies. We found more than we expected: a fantastic beard and the chance to Ice it. A bond was formed and a new Telluride tradition was created. We Iced him every day….perhaps we just iced ourselves. We’ll never know. Garrett moved down to Telluride almost a year ago from Seattle. He’s been growing his current beard for just about a month (keep it up, buddy!) but has already found one of the amazing bearded perks—twirling the ‘ol mustache tips. Free time is solved! He said his mother is “okay with the beard, as long as I go somewhere in my life”. Garrett, my friend. The beard will take you where you need to go----onward and upward. He’s looking forward to another beautiful southern Colorado winter when he can pick the icicles out of his beard after skiing. Icicles? Iced? It was meant to be.

Oh boy, this was a fun one. Let’s go back and relive those Telluride times. B of D met Garrett on the way into the festival when we stopped into the refreshing Telluride Bottleworks for some much needed supplies. We found more than we expected: a fantastic beard and the chance to Ice it. A bond was formed and a new Telluride tradition was created. We Iced him every day….perhaps we just iced ourselves. We’ll never know. Garrett moved down to Telluride almost a year ago from Seattle. He’s been growing his current beard for just about a month (keep it up, buddy!) but has already found one of the amazing bearded perks—twirling the ‘ol mustache tips. Free time is solved! He said his mother is “okay with the beard, as long as I go somewhere in my life”. Garrett, my friend. The beard will take you where you need to go—-onward and upward. He’s looking forward to another beautiful southern Colorado winter when he can pick the icicles out of his beard after skiing. Icicles? Iced? It was meant to be.

Jul 02 2013
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Tellu-ride the Gondola!

Until you’ve ridden the gondola with this beard, you haven’t lived. Meet Trevor! Hopefully we can help convince Trevor that his future move from Steamboat to Denver is a wise decision. (Do bearded men ever make wrong decisions? Didn’t think so.) Trevor, here’s just a small example of the bearded love you will soon be receiving on the regular. We support you. We support your patience and dedication to the bearded cause. Move where the beer flows like wine and the beards are celebrated with local pride! Trevor’s face hasn’t been naked for 8 months, when he sadly shaved for an unsuccessful job interview (hint: next time, keep the beard. It sends your future employer this message: “I can handle anything”). Trevor is a mapper, we weren’t surprised. Follow a bearded man into the forest, you will never be lost. His favorite part about his beard is that it has two vortexes. He warned us not to get too close because “you’ll fall in”. Don’t mind if we do, Trevor!

Until you’ve ridden the gondola with this beard, you haven’t lived. Meet Trevor! Hopefully we can help convince Trevor that his future move from Steamboat to Denver is a wise decision. (Do bearded men ever make wrong decisions? Didn’t think so.) Trevor, here’s just a small example of the bearded love you will soon be receiving on the regular. We support you. We support your patience and dedication to the bearded cause. Move where the beer flows like wine and the beards are celebrated with local pride! Trevor’s face hasn’t been naked for 8 months, when he sadly shaved for an unsuccessful job interview (hint: next time, keep the beard. It sends your future employer this message: “I can handle anything”). Trevor is a mapper, we weren’t surprised. Follow a bearded man into the forest, you will never be lost. His favorite part about his beard is that it has two vortexes. He warned us not to get too close because “you’ll fall in”. Don’t mind if we do, Trevor!

Jun 29 2013
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To Hell You Ride!

The B of D went on a spiritual journey last weekend and traveled to Telluride (aka beard mecca) for the 40th anniversary of the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Oh boy, get ready for some fun festival beards! We kick off our T-town special with a return visit from one of B of D's favorite beards. Remember Coleman? Manly name, manly beard? We were lucky enough to bluegrass jam with Coleman and his bearded crew for much of the weekend. Coleman is known for having one of the best beards in Denver, having possibly the most fabulous sweetheart in Denver (she's a big supporter of the bearded cause) and he loves to protect the beautiful Rockies by occasionally putting out a wild fire or two. Thanks for saying ‘no’ to the razor, Coleman. No one works that bearded magic quite like you do!

The B of D went on a spiritual journey last weekend and traveled to Telluride (aka beard mecca) for the 40th anniversary of the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Oh boy, get ready for some fun festival beards! We kick off our T-town special with a return visit from one of B of D’s favorite beards. Remember Coleman? Manly name, manly beard? We were lucky enough to bluegrass jam with Coleman and his bearded crew for much of the weekend. Coleman is known for having one of the best beards in Denver, having possibly the most fabulous sweetheart in Denver (she’s a big supporter of the bearded cause) and he loves to protect the beautiful Rockies by occasionally putting out a wild fire or two. Thanks for saying ‘no’ to the razor, Coleman. No one works that bearded magic quite like you do!

May 24 2013
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Ha Ha Beard

We've got a special guest beard to make your Memorial Day weekend that much more memorable! Meet Anthony! Half of B of D was on the hunt in NYC this past week and happened upon this bearded gem at an underground comedy show. This beard will make your belly laugh and your ears ache for more of his sweet, sweet tunes. His current beard is only 6 months old. Favorite part? He doesn't like to shave. What?!?!? He treats his facial hair to a shampoo and conditioning treatment every day---you know what they say, a man with a well kept beard also knows how to treat a lady! When asked what mama thinks, he said "she thinks it looks fine" (and with the same amount of emotion that you'd imagined). Last time his face was naked was over 4 years ago, just for the hell of it. Check out his work at www.anthonykapfer.com You'll be glad you did! Hopefully we can convince Sir Anthony to take his show on the road and head to Denver!

We’ve got a special guest beard to make your Memorial Day weekend that much more memorable! Meet Anthony! Half of B of D was on the hunt in NYC this past week and happened upon this bearded gem at an underground comedy show. This beard will make your belly laugh and your ears ache for more of his sweet, sweet tunes. His current beard is only 6 months old. Favorite part? He doesn’t like to shave. What?!?!? He treats his facial hair to a shampoo and conditioning treatment every day—you know what they say, a man with a well kept beard also knows how to treat a lady! When asked what mama thinks, he said “she thinks it looks fine” (and with the same amount of emotion that you’d imagined). Last time his face was naked was over 4 years ago, just for the hell of it. Check out his work at http://www.anthonykapfer.com You’ll be glad you did! Hopefully we can convince Sir Anthony to take his show on the road and head to Denver!

May 09 2013
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Beard Symmulation

 

Hey Denvereenos! Meet Mr. Symm! We owe another huge 'thank you' to our lovely freelance beard huntress, Carrie, for her beard capturing skillz during a recent Gov's Park outing. It was at that fine establishment that she met Mr. Symm (or Sim? Sorry, buddy). Symm is a self taught architect and (similar to sweet Care-bear) does some freelance work of his own. This lover of traditional style design stays true to his art and maintains his beard in a classic style. Symm has a special lady that shares his sense of good taste--she's never experienced his naked chin! Lucky lady! Thanks for letting us capture your handsome mug, Symm!

Hey Denvereenos! Meet Mr. Symm! We owe another huge ‘thank you’ to our lovely freelance beard huntress, Carrie, for her beard capturing skillz during a recent Gov’s Park outing. It was at that fine establishment that she met Mr. Symm (or Sim? Sorry, buddy). Symm is a self taught architect and (similar to sweet Care-bear) does some freelance work of his own. This lover of traditional style design stays true to his art and maintains his beard in a classic style. Symm has a special lady that shares his sense of good taste–she’s never experienced his naked chin! Lucky lady! Thanks for letting us capture your handsome mug, Symm!

Apr 13 2013
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Philanthropic Beard

Blonde beards unite! Meet Tanner! One of our fabulous beard hunting supporters (the lovely Carrie) met Tanner while out doing some Denver bar reviews. Tanner is a Denver transplant and is a big fan of all that Denver has to offer---especially the local beers and beautiful women (good plug, Tan man). He's even snatched up a woman that clearly has good taste; she's the one that encourages his facial hair-capades. Tanner and his sweetheart, Molly, will temporarily be leaving Denver to travel in India where they'll be doing art therapy in orphanages. So much bearded goodness! Safe travels, Tanner and Molly!

Blonde beards unite! Meet Tanner! One of our fabulous beard hunting supporters (the lovely Carrie) met Tanner while out doing some Denver bar reviews. Tanner is a Denver transplant and is a big fan of all that Denver has to offer—especially the local beers and beautiful women (good plug, Tan man). He’s even snatched up a woman that clearly has good taste; she’s the one that encourages his facial hair-capades. Tanner and his sweetheart, Molly, will temporarily be leaving Denver to travel in India where they’ll be doing art therapy in orphanages. So much bearded goodness! Safe travels, Tanner and Molly!

Apr 04 2013
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Blizzard Beard

Harry Larry has arrived! We saved this burly beard to remind us all to really appreciate the beautiful spring that Denver provides. Larry is a true mountain man and loves his beard first for it's functional ability of keeping him warm, and second that it helps maintain perfect circumference with his 10 inch Afro. True story. His current beard has been in the works since the last time he shaved for a wedding, back in September. His product of choice is Wen Hair Care, which he credits for the softness of the curls and it's rapid growing ability. His mother admits that she is a fan of his beard but would love to see his face every now and then. Sans beard, he's often mistaken for the ghost of Jesus, Bob Ross or Jerry Garcia. (It's probably the most impressive Afro in all of Denver, we wouldn't lie). Larry keeps the bad ass in the beard by being able to a. move pianos b. build anything c. kick your a-- on the hockey rink. Looking good, Lawrence of Bearded Batavia!

Harry Larry has arrived! We saved this burly beard to remind us all to really appreciate the beautiful spring that Denver provides. Larry is a true mountain man and loves his beard first for it’s functional ability of keeping him warm, and second that it helps maintain perfect circumference with his 10 inch Afro. True story. His current beard has been in the works since the last time he shaved for a wedding, back in September. His product of choice is Wen Hair Care, which he credits for the softness of the curls and it’s rapid growing ability. His mother admits that she is a fan of his beard but would love to see his face every now and then. Sans beard, he’s often mistaken for the ghost of Jesus, Bob Ross or Jerry Garcia. (It’s probably the most impressive Afro in all of Denver, and you know we wouldn’t lie). Larry keeps the bad ass in the beard by being able to a. move pianos b. build anything c. kick your a– on the hockey rink. Looking good, Lawrence of Bearded Batavia!

Mar 23 2013
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Long Distance Denver

Nothing makes a B of D lady you feel more at home than meeting a great Denver beard out in southern CA! Meet Lance! We had the pleasure of chatting with Lance and his lovely lady, Lindsay, while nursing our sea level hangovers this weekend. Lance and his sweetheart recently moved to San Diego after spending 8 years in Denver. They may eventually be pulled back to the Rockies---especially if they need to support the opening of a local craft brewery (hint hint). Lance is a big fan of the beard comb. He shampoos, conditions and blow dries, but only on Fridays (weekend warrior!). This is one lucky dude, Lindsay fully supports his bearded efforts--she's never seen his chin naked and wants to keep it that way. Lance loves the Broncos and keeps it real while in Charger country. He proudly showed us a shirtless picture of himself with Peyton Manning. Seriously. It was awesome. Lance, hope you don't mind---you're going to be the first dual site beard and the first post on our brother site, beardsofsandiego.com!

Nothing makes a B of D lady feel more at home than meeting a great Denver beard out in southern CA! Meet Lance! We had the pleasure of chatting with Lance and his lovely lady, Lindsay, while nursing our sea level hangovers this weekend. Lance and his sweetheart recently moved to San Diego after spending 8 years in Denver. They may eventually be pulled back to the Rockies—especially if they need to support the opening of a local craft brewery (hint hint). Lance is a big fan of the beard comb. He shampoos, conditions and blow dries, but only on Fridays (weekend warrior!). This is one lucky dude, Lindsay fully supports his bearded efforts–she’s never seen his chin naked and wants to keep it that way. Lance loves the Broncos and keeps it real while in Charger country. He proudly showed us a shirtless picture of himself with Peyton Manning. Seriously. It was awesome. Lance, hope you don’t mind—you’re going to be the first dual site beard and the first post on our brother site, beardsofsandiego.com!

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