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Texbiker.net covers the news, events and resources for those interested in Texas bicycling.

My bicycling passion was rekindled in 1979 with a Huffy bicycle from Woolco. From early rides around my neighborhood my enthusiasm grew to tackle my unsupported first century. From there I discovered organized rides all over Texas, races and mountain bikes. Many bikes and miles later the enthusiasm is still there.

Thanks to my late wife, Hazel Marie, for her support over the many years, miles and rides.

My primary bike is the Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS below. My titanium bike is the Lynskey Helix titanium. My newest bike is a Canyon Endurace CF 7 Rival eTap.

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102 Degrees On Trails Bike Ride

Texbiker.net Posted on July 24, 2016 by Rick AnkrumJuly 24, 2016

Today’s ride was a change of pace as I rode my Motobecane 700HT MTB on the Kingwood greenbelt trails (some streets too) for a total of 18.28 miles. It might have been a good choice with the shade keeping the sun and heat down some. It is super dry around here so I thought it would be good to stop and take a picture of some running water on the trails.

The picture doesn’t include sound but water is running under the bridge from somewhere. From there I rode through Woodridge Forest to check on the new streets coming. These might be another way to exit Kingwood to I-69/US59 for rides to the north. Leaving there I went south of Northpark Drive on the trails. Eventually I was riding beside Kingwood Drive to the east and came to Riverwood Middle School. this sign says it all.

Continuing to ride east I turned left onto Mills Branch Drive. The trail parallels the street and at the elementary school I crossed over to the east side after the west trail ends. The west side goes through some over grown sections that need to be trimmed back. My wide handlebars just made it through. At Northpark Drive I turned left on the trail. Not long after a lady riding a big fat tire bike came from the opposite direction. That is the first fat tire bike I can remember seeing on the trails. I rode through Mills Branch Village, Elm Grove Village and then back home.

I started riding at 12:28 and finished at 2:14. The A/C felt good when I got inside.

I am only 4 miles away from the 765 mile goal for July. With a week to go I think I will reach the goal.

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Link to Strava data.

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Texas Bicycling News July 23rd 2016

Texbiker.net Posted on July 23, 2016 by Rick AnkrumJuly 23, 2016

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Leg day every day

By Senior Airman Devin Boyer, 17th Training Wing Public Affairs

www.af.mil


GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas (AFNS) — (This feature is part of the “Through Airmen’s Eyes” series. These stories focus on individual Airmen, highlighting their Air Force story.)
His mind goes blank. All that exists is the terrain around him and the two wheels spinning below him — that is, until his body stops sweating completely.
“It caught me so off guard; I got nauseated and wanted to vomit,” said Staff Sgt. Kyle Emmel, a cyclist from Bismarck, North Dakota. “I realized, ‘Oh God, I’m at dehydration … I’m one step from a heat stroke right now.’” …


CenAus- Thursday Night Social Ride by Social Cycling ATX.

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August 11, 2016
Thursday 7:30 PM (on various days)
Festival Beach
Lady Bird Lake
Austin, Texas
A ride from the Facebook group Social Cycling ATX. Meet at Plaza Satillo at 7:30p.m. leave at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Ride routes change weekly with a final stop that usually involves some complimentary Lone Star. Bring an ID and lock if you plan to join in the after ride festivities.
More info on the rides at the group’s Facebook page: {http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=56122823659](http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=56122823659)


Adventure 1

By Jazael Martinez

www.crazyguyonabike.com

Day 71: Corpus Christi!
Thursday June 16, 2016, 75 km (47 miles) – Total so far: 3,181 km (1,977 miles)
Today I would set out to finish what I had set out to do the day before, get to Corpus Christi!!
Setting out on my new spoke I hoped for the best. I was a bit nervous to be honest. I recalled how Tom, who I had ridden with earlier on the trip, had broken two spokes back to back. I was a bit nervous but all I could do was ride, and see how it went. …


Bicyclist in serious condition following hit-and-run crash on Southwest Side

By Tyler White

www.mysanantonio.com


SAN ANTONIO — A bicyclist is in serious condition Saturday after being run over by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash on the Southwest Side, according to police.
Police at the scene said a 50-year-old man was riding his bike in the middle of New Laredo Highway sometime before 3 a.m. when a blue vehicle crashed into him. …


Tour de Gap bike race was a family affair

By Scott Kirk

www.reporternews.com


BUFFALO GAP — Fernando Sil’s debut in bike racing occurred Saturday morning at the 34th Tour de Gap.
The Mexico City native, now an architect in Dallas, figured at least one thing would set him apart from the other 300 riders.
“I’m probably the only one here on a mountain bike,” he said.
Sil was in the race with his girlfriend, Zia Reeves and her parents, Jim and Beth Reeves of …


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Texas Bicycling from Twitter

Come join EP Cyclists for our Sunday Fun Day Ride: 07/24/16
Meeting Location: Applebee's on 1350 George Dieter… https://t.co/SkPId9KN27

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) July 23, 2016

Stamina, Speed, Strength, Skill, and Spirit…o7'o…Today's ride with EP Cyclists!!!-) Cause that's just how we… https://t.co/8PXkXsWWXj

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) July 23, 2016

New greenspace coming soon to White Oak Bayou Greenway. Thanks @SylvesterTurner & @BrendaStardig! #BayouGreenways pic.twitter.com/hBlg33sYwC

— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) July 23, 2016

***SUNDAY ROAD RIDE*****

Meet at our 1604 location @ 7:30am; Wheels down @ 8am. The ride is approx 20 miles at a… https://t.co/gxOCuIuQDU

— Bike World (@BIKEWORLDsatx) July 23, 2016

Second Bike MS training update: Rapha Women's 100 Ride https://t.co/wL3tXnOm1D pic.twitter.com/cVFM2gIACh

— Laura Feeney (@lfeeney) July 23, 2016

https://twitter.com/BBQ44/status/756911160780140544

Our Armadillo Classic ride offers routes for all skill levels
Click to learn more:https://t.co/9F7mOnB3RR

— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) July 23, 2016

Just finished a Ride on Strava for 3 hours, 31 minutes, 1 second going 66070.1m. https://t.co/abyuLHxA4Z pic.twitter.com/yDMRhjv28c

— Russell Pecot (@rpecot) July 23, 2016

Got my short ride in early this morning now time for a cycle class @RudyProjectNA @HoneyStinger #sunrise pic.twitter.com/cUyuwbsmdr

— Jesus (@SrCampy) July 23, 2016

New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event Tour de Jalapeno – Martindale, TX https://t.co/b3W1wAuDoh

7:30AM start
50 Mile Tour
11 and 26 … https://t.co/7JUwK3opEr

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 24, 2016

New Event Bear Moon Bakery Ride – Boerne, TX https://t.co/m7beMLTZ9v

San Antonio Wheelmen
This hilly ride starts… https://t.co/Yg8p9VVmcp

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 24, 2016

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Almost Reached My Mileage Goal Bike Ride

Texbiker.net Posted on July 23, 2016 by Rick AnkrumJuly 23, 2016

I biked the “Atascocita – Walden – Huffman” route again today and this time I stopped and took pictures of the turtles on the log and they are really on my phone.

Turtles on a log

Several of them dove into the water as I unclipped from the pedals. I was far enough away I thought they couldn’t hear or see me plus I was behind the bridge railing.

I was delayed starting the ride by swim practice. I took my niece to the YMCA for Special Olympics and did not get back home until 11:15. While I waited for swim practice to finish I watched stage 20 of the TdF on my Chromebook. I started riding at 11:51. The temperature was a nice cool 95 degrees by then. It didn’t feel so hot while I was moving but whenever I stopped there was no doubt.

With the later start I chose this route to get 30+ miles and ended up biking 31.37 miles. This puts me with 22 miles of the 765 mile goal for July. So far I rode 221 miles this week.

The Huffman chevron is where I stopped for a rest break. A large fountain drink of blue PowerAde washed down a Clif bar and a whole grain fruit bar. I think I am getting burned out on both of those. I thought I took pictures of the Elemnt screen but they are not on my phone like the missing turtle photos from a couple of days ago. The break came at 20.1 miles into the ride and I stopped at 1:18 PM. I did manage to get the Huffman weather while I was resting.

7-23-2016 Huffman Weather

As you can see the wind was not much of a factor in today’s ride. Heat was though. Looking ahead to Monday and Tuesday rain is in the forecast but only around a 50% chance. I rolled away from the Chevron station about 1:54 heading west on FM1960. The ride went as planned and I finished the ride at 2:41. Before going inside I watered a couple of plants that are suffering from the dry conditions. At my house July rain is .02″ for the month.

I may ride tomorrow after church although watching the final stage (courtesy of my DVR) may keep home.

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Texas Bicycling News July 22nd 2016

Texbiker.net Posted on July 22, 2016 by Rick AnkrumJuly 22, 2016

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Cyclists ride in honor of man injured in hit and run accident

By Nikela Pradier

www.kristv.com

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CORPUS CHRISTI – The cycling community rallying around Andy Heines, who was critically hurt while riding his bike on Wednesday morning.
Heines is the Communications Director for AEP Texas. He’s also known by many in the community as an avid cyclist.
He was planning to join a group that rides together every Thursday evening. On the day after his accident, the cyclists held a moment of silence for Heines and rode in his honor.
One of Heines’ co-workers, …


83 years old and climbing

KATIE KLINGSPORN

www.telluridenews.com


Octogenarian racer attempting Telluride 100 this weekend
When Fred Schmid shows up for coffee at the Butcher and the Baker Wednesday morning, heÓ³ got all the trappings of a pro cyclist; the silver belt buckle he received for finishing the Leadville 100 mountain bike race in under 12 hours, a Carmichael Training Systems sponsor cap and distinct stripes on the neckline of his jersey, which denote his world champion status.
Telluride is no stranger to hosting world-class athletes. But Schmid is a special case. This world-class athlete is 83 years old. …

… When he was 61, his wife Suzanne noticed him peering longingly into the window of the local bike shop in Waco, Texas, much like a little boy at a candy store. Knowing he was getting worried of losing his fitness with age, she bought him a Cannondale full-suspension mountain bike for Christmas. It was 1994. …


Ride Interview- BlazinÒ Saddle 75- Granbury, Texas

By Jennifer Jones

www.blogarama.com


And they say Texas is flat!!! Are you ready for one of the most inclined rides in Texas?
Well if you are, you need to check out BlazinÒ Saddle 75 in Granbury, Texas. This ride is used by many as a stair step for HotterÓŽ Hell 100 and can show you what youÓ²e made of. This scenic route through Granbury, Texas is destination for many, and what better way to experience the lake and the hill country than on your bicycle?!
Recently, I was able to speak with Scott Pangle, the founder of BlazinÒ Saddle 75. Check out a …


The 9th Annual LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour

Pit’s Fritztown News

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That was quite some time ago now, as it was on April 2 this year, but for a variety of reasons I have not been able to blog about it yet Ö what I originally had intended to do immediately. But now, finally, I am going to write about the 9th Annual LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour. …


Trail plan would link county, NM, Juárez

Lindsey Anderson, El Paso Times

www.elpasotimes.com


Connecting trails, bike paths, parks and historic sites from Las Cruces to Tornillo to Juárez is the focus of a new initiative from the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization.
The Active Transportation System aims to link existing paths around El Paso County and the region, promoting carless transportation such as biking and …


Laguna Vista hosts first bike rodeo

By PAMELA CODY

portisabelsouthpadre.com


Learning to ride a bicycle is a rite of passage for a child. That moment when mom or dad, running behind you, hanging onto your seat to steady you as you wobble the first few feet, finally lets go. Suddenly you’re pedaling furiously, heart racing, experiencing that rush of adrenaline as you realize you’re riding on your own for the first time.
While bike riding is great for fun and exercise, these days, with so many distracted drivers talking and texting behind the wheel bicycle safety is more important than ever, according to Laguna Vista senior officer Frank Lerma. So the …


Cove House now accepting registrations for annual bicycling event

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press

www.coveleaderpress.com


On the morning of Saturday, August 13 bicycling enthusiasts from all over Central Texas and beyond will converge at First Baptist Church to kick off the annual Cove House Classic Bike Tour.

The event is a fundraiser for Cove House Emergency Homeless Shelter, which will receive all proceeds from the event. This is one of the shelter’s largest fundraising events of the year, in addition to its annual banquet each fall.

Registration for single riders is $30, with a fee of $40 for tandem riders. Registration may be completed online now or …



Texas Bicycling from Twitter

Come join EP Cyclists for our Saturday Ride: 07/23/16
Meeting Location: Atoms 1886 Joe Battle Blvd. #205
Roll out… https://t.co/kNYDJZAsYb

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) July 22, 2016

This is part of my job.
It isn't easy, but damn it's fun
@MINIofPlano @CadenceCyclery pic.twitter.com/0VRKpjP5dO

— Chris Degenaars (@ChrisDegenaars) July 22, 2016

Take the BikeHouston Spoke&Word E-Newsletter Survey! https://t.co/HxSfdyShuf

— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) July 22, 2016

@TheAlliance_WF @HotternHell100 #Art Bikes are rolling in to welcome @HotternHell100 to share #createwichitafalls pic.twitter.com/RqKRAgvZNm

— Margie Reese (@MargieReese) July 22, 2016

Progress on White Oak Bayou Greenway! More info: https://t.co/SIoRRWLe6q #BayouGreenways pic.twitter.com/o1pruYJHc1

— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) July 22, 2016

#Hou's 1st Bike Thru Opening at Raspado Xperts at White Oak Bayou Village on Aug 6th, 10am. https://t.co/7Ji2fISjRz pic.twitter.com/Aq5a8r6VdT

— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) July 22, 2016

Clinic fun supersquadra's photo https://t.co/BwE5WVd38V

— David Wenger (@wengernation) July 22, 2016

Just finished a Ride on Strava for 1 hour, 6 minutes, 16 seconds going 23971.8m. https://t.co/Altb6vpb9p pic.twitter.com/Acea86ycUj

— Russell Pecot (@rpecot) July 22, 2016

Somewhere over the Rainbow…way up high…Here comes EP Cyclists best of the best that's how we all… https://t.co/Ru5P9HAw4E

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) July 22, 2016

New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event Just Ride Dallas Bicycle Drag Races – Dallas, TX https://t.co/vOSrWtNuvO

Just Ride Dallas is excited t… https://t.co/Mmord99BI7

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 22, 2016

New Event Guided Bike Ride – Needville, TX https://t.co/VXQkuV2dDw

Brazos Bend State Park
Meet at the flag pole… https://t.co/UX2h6vorAE

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 22, 2016

New Event Cowtown Classic Bicycle Ride – Fort Worth, TX Cowtown Classic Bicycle Ride at Fort Worth, TX
… https://t.co/7e3lHNrDUm

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 23, 2016

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