Zwift / Wahoo Kickr Basement Trainer Setup

by Scott Jangro        bikenoob.com

It appears that 2016 is the year of the smart trainer. Last year, smart trainers like the Wahoo Kickr have appeared on the market. These trainers connect to your computer or phone via ANT+ or Bluetooth, and allow you to control the resistance either manually, or with a software program.
Conversely, “dumb” trainers have no resistance or require that you set it manually. Having any resistance at all makes for a tough ride. Like riding uphill. Forever. Cycling is much more dynamic than that — killer hills always have the downhill on the other side to look forward to. Smart trainers bring that indoors.
The perfect combination is that there are now software apps like Zwift and …

Expand Existing Hike & Bike Trial

www.texasbids.net

Bid Date & Time: 02/10/16 1:00 PM
Owner Solic Number: 0921-06-270, STP 2014(101)TE    Status: bidding        Report: 6766133
Country : United States     State: TX    County: Lavaca        Location: Austin
Est. Low Value: $746,403    Est. High Value: $746,403
Scope: Expand existing hike & bike trial.
Notes: This solicitation has some or all federal funding, additional requirements may apply.
Plans: From Owner, see outside link.
Outside Link: http://www.dot.state.tx.us/insdtdot/orgchart/cmd/cserve/notice/ntcslc2.htm
Owner Type: Public
Buyer: Texas Dept. of Transportation, Austin HQ (TXDOT)
Address: 200 East Riverside Room 1B.1
City: Austin    State: TX    Zip/Postal Code: 78704-1204 …

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No Street Journal January 2016

DORBA

DORBA Membership,
I want to thank you, for allowing me the opportunity to serve as your President this next two years.  This is a massive honor.  I hope to serve you well.  So with that I want to offer this.  As we look to the next two years we are standing on the shoulders of giants.  DORBA has had a unique tradition of leadership.  I get to follow in the footsteps of Matt Malone who I have known to be one of the hardest working, approachable, transparent, and most importantly, loyal members of this organization.  So Matt, on behalf of the membership, Thank you for your service.
So what next?  How do we build on this great progress the Board of Directors has made?  I am …
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This Week’s Rides

San Antonio Cycling Club        www.sanantoniocyclingclub.org

Saturday, Jan 9th,
No Ride Scheduled

Sunday, Jan 10th,
Elemendorf Ride
10:00 AM
Meet at the carpool parking area located at Loop 1604 & Hwy 181. Map S3. You can choose distances of 21, 44, or the optional 53 miles, and choose your group rides or ride at your own pace. These rides have everything from flat to rolling hills to a few small hills. Meet David for more info, 210-849-5663. Guests are welcome to ride with us and join us for lunch at a nearby café.
Directions: Take Hwy 181 South towards Floresville. Carpool parking area is located just beyond loop 1604,across from the Valero Station on the west side of the highway. …

Texas Bicycling from Twitter

https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/684242324843532293

Major U.S. DOT Study Emphasizes Need for More Transit, Biking, Walking https://t.co/2Kjf2qKoTK via @mobilitylabteam pic.twitter.com/XMKtWvOcYZ

— Robin Stallings (@RobinStallings) January 5, 2016

I biked 20.92 km with @mapmyride. Check out my route in West University Place, TX, United States! https://t.co/40l98SaRhJ #bike #cycling

— J. Jorge (@jlbravo10) January 5, 2016

https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/684179745039335428

The #NutcrackerEpic is scheduled to happen this weekend. There is a chance of rain on Wednesday. We will keep you updated here!

— Peddler Bike Shop (@PeddlerBike) January 5, 2016

Learn how to comfortably ride in a group at this Saturday's @BPMS150 Group Riding Skills Course @ our Katy store! https://t.co/rJJMOiNq18

— Bike Barn (@BikeBarnTX) January 4, 2016

This is good stretch for cyclist and will stretch out the upper torso and arms to counter the biking position pic.twitter.com/65ANYA0axR

— CyclingCenterDallas (@CycleDallas) January 4, 2016

We enjoyed talking #bikesafety with @AmandaOnFOX7 on #GoodDayAustin @fox7austin this am! pic.twitter.com/x2YdB2onmn

— Boneshaker Project (@Boneshaker_Proj) January 4, 2016

Fulfill fitness and #TexasToDo resolutions by planning an outdoor adventure in @VisitElPasoTX's Franklin Mountains! pic.twitter.com/zPiU8OJmMV

— Travel Texas (@TravelTexas) January 1, 2016

Ride more, smile more! pic.twitter.com/9nbASCsO7b

— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) January 4, 2016

DORBA Clearfork 2016 is from May 25 thru May 30 this year. Follow @DORBA_Clearfork to get a link to registration in early April.

— DORBA (@dorbaonline) January 4, 2016

https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/684000442406277120

I rode 400 miles on my bike this week. That's the distance from Austin > Baton Rouge. No big deal. #training #basemiles

— Preston Glace (@pgglace) January 4, 2016

https://twitter.com/MitchellGSides/status/683882441539375106

New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event The Road West 44 – Houston, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see:
… https://t.co/HSzBOX9UjG

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 5, 2016

Texas Bicycling Event Reminder

2 Day Alert: Wednesday Afternoon Ride – El Paso, TX, Jan 06, 2016 04:15PM – River Run Plaza (1071 Country Club Rd, El Paso, TX 79932)(CS

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 4, 2016