With Trailblazer, customers can save up to 50% on their monthly bills compared to other providers (see price comparison below).
Enjoy up to 1 GIG download and upload speeds, no data caps, and no long-term contracts when you make the switch. So why wait? Check our construction map to see when Trailblazer will be available in your area and sign up for email alerts to get notified of updates.
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*Trailblazer Broadband does not provide TV or phone service. It is not affiliated with nor does it endorse any specific TV or phone service. All cost comparison data is based on published rates by a competing internet provider as of 5/31/22. The 1st Year Cost in the Trailblazer scenario includes a $99.99 one-time charge for Ooma equipment. The comparison information provided is based on examples of many possible selections for independent TV and phone service to demonstrate potential savings. Trailblazer does not warrant or guarantee any pricing information except for that of its own service at the time of this writing. Pricing is subject to change at any time.
We are continuing to roll out our fiber-optic one-gigabyte internet services to different areas of Estes Park. Two weeks ago, Wendy Koenig, Mayor of Estes Park, received Trailblazer Broadband services at her home. She has been a major part of this project since the start by advocating for options and ultimately bringing the dream of better internet in Estes Park to life with the creation of Trailblazer Broadband.
In her most recent article, she discusses how her installation process went. She says “Two weeks ago, the one-gigabyte Internet service that Trailblazer provides, arrives at Roger and my home. During the three hours James Webb and crew take to install the service, I can’t help but think about how, what presently is a town run broadband utility was set in motion during my time as trustee. The unique way the lines and dots of dreams connect to form boxes. How within the boxes, the needs of students, business and homeowners and tourist merge.”
With her installation finished, Wendy says “I know that now while video conferencing, there will be no notice of an unstable Internet connection. Nor will the video freeze on the computer screen. I possess the capacity for meeting the video demands that the pandemic is making on me, both as a mayor with obligations to fulfill and as a grandmother with grandkids I love in Lakewood and Slovakia. And, I am beyond thrilled about the way you, the townspeople of Estes Park stepped up to connect the dots so everyone wins.”
We are excited to continue bringing our services to the rest of Estes Park. Stay informed about when service will be available in your area here.
And read more from Mayor Wendy Koenig by clicking here.
On September 1st, a Public Meeting was held to discuss the construction downtown for Trailblazer Broadband. Watch the meeting below or view the meeting presentation here.
Now that you have your new Trailblazer Broadband high-speed internet, you are ready to connect all of your wireless devices.
Although each device is somewhat different, these simple steps should get you connected. Due to the numerous WiFi devices and configurations available, Trailblazer Broadband provides this information for reference only. For full support, refer to the user manual for your unique device.
On your device:
Go to Settings
Select the option most closely related to one of the following: Network – Connectivity – Internet Connection
Select the WiFi Connection option
When prompted, enter the WiFi name and password that are listed in your Trailblazer Broadband account
Wait for an indication prompt that the device is “connected”
You can perform these same steps in a physically connected configuration by connecting your device to the Nokia Gateway (this is your modem and router in one) with an ethernet cable. If you want to connect a device that does not have built-in WiFi connectivity, you can purchase a WiFi adapter that plugs into your device’s USB port. If you are having issues getting your device connected, refer to your device manufacturer’s website, manual or helpline for the next steps.
Please note that when testing wirelessly (over WiFi), upload and download speeds will always be slower than when being tested directly plugged into the Gateway or Beacon. Signal strength may be impacted by:
Distance from the Nokia Gateway and/or additional Beacons
Interference from other wireless devices or appliances such as microwaves, older appliances, baby monitors, other electrical devices, or even building materials in your walls and floors such as concrete
Sharing bandwidth among users, multiple devices and/or processes
For more resources and helpful tips view our Help & Support page!
Since the first step of installation takes place outside of your home, you will not need to be present.
Underground
Expect locates from Utilities in your area, these are marked by flags or paint in your area.
Your exterior underground installation occurs between the time you sign up for service and your scheduled interior installation.
You need not be present for the underground exterior installation.
Installation crews will determine an optimal path that may require underground trenching across finished surfaces such as driveways or walkways.
Crews utilize the least invasive trenching methods and will repair/restore the trenched areas.
If you have installed and own your existing conduit, crews will determine if it can be used for your fiber installation. NOTE: Trailblazer cannot install fiber into a conduit owned by another service provider.
Overhead
Crews will run a fiber drop overhead following the residence’s main power feed, most likely the day of your scheduled installation.
Trailblazer Broadband will retain ownership and maintenance rights of these lines. More information can be viewed in your Terms and Conditions.
Interior Installation
For this part of this installation process, you will need to be home to confirm equipment placement and connectivity.
The standard installation will include a maximum of 30 feet of fiber on the exterior of your home from your electric meter or point of entry.
Interior installation will require drilling a small hole on the exterior of the home to the interior.
A junction box will be mounted to the exterior and fiber will run through a wall plate on the interior.
Installers will review options for the optimal interior location of your equipment based on:
Where you use your internet most
Placement near an electrical outlet
At least 3 feet away from any appliances or wireless devices that may cause interference (e.g. Microwaves , Cordless Phones , Baby Monitors , Older Electronic Equipment etc..)
A maximum of 20 feet from the point where fiber enters the interior
On the main or ground level of your home (Note: Mesh units are recommended for multiple levels or large homes)
Your interior equipment will include:
A state of the art Nokia WiFi system with a single unit and fiber connection.
Additional units for the mesh system are available at an additional cost.
Installers will ensure that your internet is working properly by connecting an ethernet cable to your interior equipment and performing a speed test. Speeds up to 1000 Mbps will vary based on your location and your device.
Installers will ensure that the WiFi service is functional on one of your wireless devices by connecting to the Nokia WiFi system, using your SSID/ WPA login and password.
You will need to keep your login and password information in order to connect any other wireless devices you choose to use in your home. Please consult our FAQs or the manufacturer for support on connecting your personal devices.
If you have unique installation requirements or prefer the location of your equipment is somewhere other than what is included in the Standard Installation, please contact us today at 970-577-3770 to schedule a preliminary walkthrough of your property prior to installation.
Trailblazer Broadband is the Town of Estes Park’s community-owned and operated broadband service built with you in mind. That’s why with Trailblazer Broadband you aren’t forced into bundling contracts and you have the freedom to chart your own path and choose which providers you want for the services you need.
Connecting Our Community
No more worrying about having to combine your internet, phone, and TV services. With Trailblazer Broadband you have the freedom to choose which services fit your needs, without feeling like your trapped into combining your services.
Our Mountaineer Package starts at $69.95 a month with $0 activation. This includes up to 1-Gig download and upload speed, no long term contracts, and no data caps. We provide you with reliable internet service that is up to 100 times faster than other local options without the need to bundle.
Faster, better internet on your terms. Register for updates today and be one of the first to receive notice of service in your area.
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