I want to find that special someone. The romanticized notion of single life, filled with endless opportunities and fabulous dates, rarely aligns with reality for myself or most of my friends, both men and women.
Another man licked barbecue sauce out of a ramekin like a cat. Turns out, no. And for this article, I talked with and casually interviewed a variety of singles in Colorado Springs, a mix of men and women in their 20s and 30s, all with different tastes and goals when they look for a date—whether it be for a fun night out, to find a future soul mate or make a more, um, short-term connection.
I checked out the data too, which seems mixed. But another study by ReportLinker. Other research in recent years clearly shows digital connections trending upward.
Take my friend, for example. Dating-Around Dan, 29, felt the same way before meeting his current girlfriend online. He picks up his phone, opens Bumble or Hinge, and starts swiping right. So, what can you find in the digital dating scene, especially in Colorado Springs? Tinder, Bumble and Match seem to be the most frequently used apps whether you are looking to score a one-night stand, a date or a prospective partner.
One of the earliest players—perhaps literally—in the app era, Tinder is still one of the most popular dating apps. What is clear is its simplicity. You get a few photos and a short description to convince someone to swipe right for yes, or left for no. You set the age range, gender and location radius of profiles you want to see.
