Yesterday, in Argyle, Texas, I did my 22d bike rally of the year and my 418th overall. It was the first year for this rally, so I didn’t know what to expect. The terrain would probably be familiar, since I’ve done the nearby Flower Mound and Keller rallies many times, but it remained to be seen how well organized the rally was. The weather at this time of year can be anything from hot to frigid. It turned out to be warm (the high temperature for the day was 88° Fahrenheit) and humid. The sun never came out. Whenever I felt inclined to complain about the muggy weather, I reminded myself that I could be running instead of bicycling. It would be truly awful to do a long run in such weather. I’ve done quite a few of them, so I know whereof I speak.
Over 700 Riders Take to the Roads for the Pineywoods Purgatory
from The Lufkin Daily News (full article link)
Saturday, October 06, 2007
It has been called the "best ride in Texas," and the 16th annual Garland Parise Pineywoods Purgatory did not disappoint on Saturday.
With around 700 riders taking part, cyclists from around the state braved the steep hills of East Texas while soaking in the beauty of the landscape.
And with three rides, ranging from 25 to 102 miles, there was something for every level of rider. Each course included breathtaking views of the East Texas countryside as well as breath-shortening hills that provided one challenge after another for participants. The rain was off and on throughout the day, but most riders agreed that the cloud coverage was a welcome addition to the day.
Team events, men’s keirin conclude USA Cycling Track Nationals
In the team sprint events, the T-Town Express squad of Giddeon Massie (Colorado Springs, Colo.), Ben Barczewski (Breinigsville, Pa.) and Ryan Nelman (Houston, Texas) rode to a national title in the men’s contest while Liz Reap (Jim Thorpe, Pa./T-Town Express) and Cari Higgins (Boulder, Colo./Cody Racing) won the women’s event.
Drivers, watch out when LiveStrong cycles by
from The Austin American Statesman (full article link)
Monday, October 08, 2007
An estimated 2,500 bicyclists will stream over Hays County roads on Sunday during the LiveStrong Challenge, the signature fundraiser of the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
It’s the first time the ride will be staged from Dripping Springs High School; in recent years, the event formerly known as the Ride for the Roses started and finished at the Travis County Exposition Center near Walter E. Long Lake.