Texas Bicycling News October 10th
Day 28: Overcast: Adrian, TX to Tucumcari, NM
By Don Millikin      Route 66 at 66      www.crazyguyonabike.com
Friday October 9, 2015, 63 miles (102 km) – Total so far: 1,405 miles (2,261 km)
Yesterday it rained on and off all day, but very little wind. Well, the wind came up overnight, the good news it is a quartering tailwind. Rained a bit through the night and and thetr was a lot of condensation on the inside of rainfly, so packed up a wet tent.
Was at the Mid Point Cafe a few minutes adter they opened at 8:30. Had agreat breakfast and great talk with the …
Day 30: Austin to Bastrop: Back in the saddle
By Judy Gamble      No Tears on the Southern Tier      www.crazyguyonabike.com
Friday October 9, 2015, 45 miles (72 km) – Total so far: 1,681 miles (2,705 km)
45 miles, 902′ clilmbing
After a few days of rest it was time to again be back on the bikes heading in an easterly direction. Our legs were rested and bags were packed for a rather late departure as we only had 45 miles to ride. And we knew we weren’t going to be challenged by wind or much elevation change. …
Riding into nowhere and back out is a lot of work!: Sanderson to Comsock
By Steven Neish      New Mexico to the Gulf of Mexico!      www.crazyguyonabike.com
Thursday October 1, 2015, 88 miles (142 km) – Total so far: 327 miles (526 km)
When I got to Sanderson last night, I thought to myself, “Sanderson is nowhere.” I was wrong. Sanderson was the threshold of nowhere! I will remember this day forever. Thank God, I made it. It was too hot, too long, too windy, and too far. The roads were rough, the rocks used to make the asphalt were too sharp. I think the high temperature was about 98 degrees. There was a variable wind in my face the whole day. I had three flat tires, all on the front. The first two times, I just changed the tube. Little tiny puncturess. The tire seemed okay, but on the last flat, I decided to change the tire and the tube both. By that time, though, I was exhausted. I rode part of the day with another person. Matt, an environmental geologist from southern California. He was a good partner that helped to make the day a little better. The world between …
Back into civilzation: Comstock to Del Rio
Friday October 2, 2015, 32 miles (51 km) – Total so far: 359 miles (577 km)
Thank goodness for a shorter day.
There was no breakfast in Comstock. No fruit, no milk, no juice.
I know that I left Comstock still out of balance in dozen ways.
Del Rio was a return to civilization. After I checked into the Best Western, I walked down to …
Into the farmland: Del Rio to Uvalde
Saturday October 3, 2015, 74 miles (120 km) – Total so far: 433 miles (697 km)
At the beginning of the day, I was impressed that today would also be too long. On top of that, as I prepared the bike, I realized that I needed to pull the rear wheel, too. The rear tire had needed to be pumped up at least once a day for the past couple of days, and this morning, it was flat. So, I started today’s ride a little later than I wanted.
It was good, though, to be back in civilization. I looked ahead, and found a place named Bracket Shakes. A milkshake for lunch sounded perfect. I walked it to order, though, paid for a large chocolate milkshake, and then was told, “We don’t have any milk. Would you like to wait?”
I did. It was worth it and a milkshake was perfect on another hot day with wind in my face.
When the wind is in your face, it puts different strains on your …
Home in the middle of the country: Uvalde to Hondo
Sunday October 4, 2015, 41 miles (66 km) – Total so far: 474 miles (763 km)
This ride could have been anywhere through the middle of the country, from Texas up through the Great Plains. Familiar country.
I felt at home.
I am amazed that I have not yet recovered from last Thursday. I am a little better every day. I don’t think I …
#RATX start
Spinistry
Family rallies around firefighter critically hurt in bike collision
By Jazmine Ulloa and Katie Urbaszewski      www.mystatesman.com
While Colin Camp’s family sat in the intensive care unit for days — exhausted, grieving and praying — what made those days bearable was hearing story after story from friends and fellow firefighters about the times Camp had helped someone.
Like when Camp showed up unannounced with blueprints and a list of materials to build a chicken coop because his friend had once mentioned he wanted to make one for his daughter. Or when he tried to save a young boy after a skateboarding accident. …
Texans on the Track
By Anne Clarrissimeaux      texasbikeracing.com
Texas sees local racers set records on the track: state hour record attempt set to happen this week
In the sphere that is Texas cycling, swirling within it is a handful of exceedingly talented track racers; the group of names are well known to many of us. And the illuminati among them include state and national champions, as well as state and world record holders.
This week alone, two of them are racing to add more lines to their already impressive cycling dossiers:
John Murazak raced at Masters Worlds in the men’s 35-44 team pursuit in Manchester, England. He and his team fell just short of qualifying for the finals.
And Matrix / RBM rider Chris Carlson will attempt to reclaim the state hour record sometime within the …
A Change in Terrain: Del Rio to Brrackettville
By Richard Ostrowski      Wind In My Wheels- A Journey Across America      www.crazyguyonabike.com
Saturday October 10, 2015
McDonalds provided our morning nourishment. We were on the road heading east from Del Rio to Breckenville by 8:00AM, a distance of 35 miles. The shoulder was very wide and smooth for the first 10 miles. The shoulder surface, unfortunately, changed to a very rough stone chip seal and we had a rough ride and our speed probably dropped 2 mph.
The landscape changed from an arid desert to more of a green grass and trees grazing land.
We passed the typical frequent ranch with grazing sheep and cattle. Saw several Hunting game reserves for white tail deer. Continued to see dead deer, skunk, and rabbit along the road you could always tell you were approaching road kill by the stench in the air. Came pass 10 to 12 turkey vulchers sitting on the fence. I stopped to get there picture but the minute I raised my camera they all started to take flight.
We rode pass the Laughlin Air Force Base and Air Field. It was quite a distance off highway 90.
We all stopped at a roadside picnic table near noon time. Bob and I made …
Day 31: Bastrop to Burton (and beyond): We found our WS Angel!
By Judy Gamble      No Tears on the Southern Tier      www.crazyguyonabike.com
Saturday October 10, 2015, 74 miles (119 km) – Total so far: 1,755 miles (2,824 km)
74 Miles, XXX cllimbing
It was a perfect start to the morning with our lovely camping neighbors providing the hot water to make our instant coffee.
The ride out of the Bastrop State Park took us on a 12 mile curvy and hilly road through the adjoining Bueschel State Park. The landscape changed from a huge park that had been damaged by the fires in 2011 to a more lush landscape with a deep, forest of pines and oaks. At the Bastrop State Park their reforestation projects seem to be working as there are many …
Tweets About Texas Bicycling
@RichBikeMart here's one of the RBM family with Chris pic.twitter.com/6UucbeCXru
— Jesus (@SrCampy) October 11, 2015
Ah! So much fun racing today at 'Cross Fort Worth! One of my favorite parts of the race we're hearing… https://t.co/rjC5mzWz5Q
— Carlos & Lisa Uranga (@TeamUranga) October 11, 2015
There you have it guys New Texas State Hour Record by Chris Carlson @LollyIsLauren pic.twitter.com/oT1peIcqae
— Jesus (@SrCampy) October 11, 2015
Sunday Funday ride with @Spinn_Cycles, meet at Market Square Park at 10:30am. BBQ plates at the end point. pic.twitter.com/QOqWcViiYM
— Critical Mass Houston (@HoustonCM) October 11, 2015
Richard Drew is doing is turning and cornering clinic again! Hurry and sign up as it will fill up quickly.
It's… http://t.co/cyISBbRuf8
— DORBA (@dorbaonline) October 11, 2015
Great photo sampler from day 1 of our 2015 #QuestCXChallenge at Treaty Oak Distilling Co.. http://t.co/yqTa4sN2po
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 11, 2015
Cooling down after breaking the Texas State Hour Record pic.twitter.com/CokdFCOF1M
— Jesus (@SrCampy) October 11, 2015
Cycling through north central Texas on our way to Fort Worth #WaterCylcle2015 pic.twitter.com/5DeuCuoflV
— Jessie's Well (@JessiesWell) October 10, 2015
Team Boys and Girls Club of East Austin at #QuestCXChallenge at @TreatyOakTX. What a pleasure to host these… http://t.co/SLP3NPTXX6
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 10, 2015
It's a wrap. Day one of the #QuestCXChallenge at @TreatyOakTX reaults posted below. USAC results will be… http://t.co/9Aev6axxjK
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 10, 2015
First Brownsville Bicycle Ride, Awesome Ride bringing Brownsville Cyclist together as one. #PursuingMyDream… http://t.co/a0LoHw4JdD
— Fernando Martinez (@SafeCyclist) October 10, 2015
Look what happens when you give the streets back to people! #ChalkTheBlock #CTB2015 #GetActiveElPaso pic.twitter.com/QhU41g30k2
— Bike Hombre – STREETS ARE FOR PEOPLE (@sbwhite) October 10, 2015
Putin' in a few miles for a great cause @StJude pic.twitter.com/ifP6DStnem
— Stan Paoli (@StanPaoli) October 10, 2015
Stop 2 City 2 Bike 2 #coffeeneuring #mobilemugshot #HoustonBCycle pic.twitter.com/3zJBaktio1
— Eileen Schaubert (@eileenstx) October 10, 2015
Bike Mechanics 101: a free workshop on bike basics RSVP>> http://t.co/sYfP2lniCX
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 10, 2015
Family Cycling Club had a small group today, but it was a fantastic morning in Cobb Park! http://t.co/ElEUVIETbM
— Bike Friendly FW (@BikeFriendlyFW) October 10, 2015
Great night with the ladies bicyclesplus @trekbikes @trekraceteams @trekfactory ridebontrager.… https://t.co/I2woq9R6fj
— Catherine Moore (@Pigtailracer) October 10, 2015
Check out my 72.2 mi Ride with @thebikemasters on Strava: http://t.co/TzknKsuI4s#iamspecialized #s-works #tarmac #SL4 #roval #clx60
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) October 10, 2015
Teaching kids how to use the public bike repair stand at the dove springs @AustinCityParks Recreation Center pic.twitter.com/NBlfXqHr9S
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 10, 2015
West Texas being majestic AF this morning. https://t.co/l4aFlqJO7r
— adam leedy (@TheCruxyBits) October 10, 2015
Our forth race for the 2015 Fall Series is tomorrow!!! (Sunday Oct 11) We will be at Frisco Northwest Community… http://t.co/WSkDU3mjSQ
— DORBA (@dorbaonline) October 10, 2015
Houston bicycle owners unite to change our city. Come share your views. https://t.co/zSUwAf17LB
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 10, 2015
Wheels of Hope ride 2015 pic.twitter.com/SSPbph1cWw
— Benny Vargas (@BigPapi241) October 10, 2015
https://twitter.com/BSS_Road_Club/status/652829788646862848
Wishing good luck to all the riders of the @roundrockpard #OutlawTrail100 today! Have a great time, be safe, & don't forget to hydrate!!
— Bike Hutto (@BikeHutto) October 10, 2015
Calm before the storm. 2015 #QuestCXChallenge at @TreatyOakTX. http://t.co/RM5LmLUbpX
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 10, 2015
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Country Ride And Cowboys – McKinney, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see:
… http://t.co/PUkqyHqpgb— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 10, 2015
New Event No Sports on Wednesday. Let's Ride – Dallas, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see… http://t.co/VqOOnRXiD1
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 10, 2015
New Event Lytle Loop Ride – Somerset, TX Somerset Lytle Circle.
Wheels down at 8:00.
Meet at the park in Somerse… http://t.co/R31iOeLyPm— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 11, 2015
Texas Bicycling Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Ride Across Texas – Texarkana, TX, Oct 12, 2015 08:00AM – Texarkana, TX, USA(CST) http://t.co/6wj8MpoDpl
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 10, 2015