Texas Biking News December 2nd 2021

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These 20 Canadians are flying south for Pan American CX champs in Texas

Terry McKall | cyclingmagazine.ca

There is a fast group of Canuck cyclocrossers headed south this weekend for the Pan American Championships in Garland, Texas. 20 Canadians are on the start list across junior, under-23 and elite categories. They’ll be led by reigning u23 women’s Pan American champ Ruby West, who will make her elite debut, and Canadian elite men’s national champion Michael van den Ham.

“I’m really excited for the Pan Am Championships this year,” said West. “I think it’ll be a dry and fast course based on what I’ve heard about that venue and past races held there. I’m not fully sure what to expect, but I know I’m on …

Campus sees handful of bike, scooter thefts this semester

By Hajera Naveed | www.ricethresher.org

There has been a recent rise in the number of reported electric scooter thefts on campus, according to Rice University Police Department Chief of Police Clemente Rodriguez. There were a total of five reports of electric scooter thefts this semester, with four occurring in November.

Last year, during the same time period, there were no reported electric scooter thefts, although COVID-19 may have played a role, according to Rodriguez. He said that the increase in scooter thefts is likely due to the increase in popularity of electric scooters on campus.

“I’m seeing [electric scooters] more frequently than I’ve seen them ever before … more …

Waste Connections donates 13 bicycles to Christmas Blessings program

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Waste Connections, the City of Carthage’s solid waste collection service, donated 13 bicycles to be used in conjunction with the Angel Tree at the First United Methodist Church on Tuesday morning. “We like to give back to the communities we service and help less fortunate families, plus we like to give bikes because they provide fun, outdoor activity for the kids,” District Manager Blake Aulds said. “Our employees and vendors work together to collect the funds to purchase the bikes.” Pictured from left to right: …

November 2021 Strava Stats; One Month to Go

A Dude Abikes | adudeabikes.com

December is here in all its tawdry commercial tinsel and glitter, saying “Hey everybody, look at me, I’ve got Bodhi Day, Chanukah, Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve!” To that I say, “Curb your enthusiasm, December.” But for this dude, it’s just that same time of month, i.e., the first, in which I sometimes recount what I did the previous month on bike, foot, and yoga mat. So let’s see how I did. I did stretch bands one time. Lame! © Strava

Bicycling: I made it to 450 miles, which is down from previous months. That’s mostly due to being plum tuckered out, as we sometimes say in the South. But also intentional tapering, or reduction of miles. For a …

$120M update of Shepherd-Durham corridor set to break ground

By Jeff Jeffrey | www.bizjournals.com

Plans for the $120 million project include adding turning lanes, bike lanes and new lighting.

Cyclist struck by vehicle

César Rodriguez | www.lmtonline.com

A vehicle stuck a man riding a bicycle, according to first responders.

Laredo Fire Department crews responded to an autocyclist incident in the northbound lane of the 600 block of U.S. 83 at 9:48 p.m. Wednesday.

First responders said they encountered a man in his 20 with injuries. He was treated and taken to Laredo Medical Center in serious condition. The investigation is underway.

Happy Trails: Northeast Texas Trail receives $7.5 million

By Mary Madewell | theparisnews.com

David Moore of Clarksville rides along the trail near SH 82. Clarksville: has gotten funds to make improvements to the trail and add benches and bike racks along the way.

The Northeast Texas Trail, a 130-mile recreational trail from Farmersville to New Boston, just received a $7.5 million boost from federal funds to fully develop roughly 27 miles of trailway through parts of Clarksville, Red River County, Avery and in Bowie County from west of New Boston to DeKalb.

“These grants are incredibly helpful toward realizing the Northeast Texas Trail Coalition’s ambitious goal of becoming a Texas Parks and Wildlife state linear park,” the coalition shared earlier in the week on a social media post. “Once completed, the NETT will be the fourth longest trail in the United States and the longest trail in Texas.” …

Record-holding Scottish cyclist thanks Central Texas first responders, healthcare workers for saving his life

Author: Baylee Bates | www.kcentv.com

The world-record cyclist says he would not have his life today or be able to do what he loves if it wasn’t for healthcare workers and first responders in Temple.

TEMPLE, Texas — Staff at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple got a special thank you Thursday afternoon.

A cyclist from Scotland who was severely injured in a Bell County crash two years ago came by to see the men and women who saved his life.

"A lot of these guys fix thousands of people every year and those people leave, go back to their lives and they never maybe not hear what happens to them and the …

Saturday Morning Caffeine Cruise – Costume Edition from socialcyclingaustin

A Yellow Bike Project/Ghisallo Cycling Initiative presents – Holiday Ride! from BikingATX

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Almost A Crash And Duck Feeding Frenzy

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A later start for today’s bike with the Canyon Endurace wheels rolling at 12:51 PM. This gave the weather some time to warm up and I took advantage of that wearing shorts, short sleeve jersey, and arm sleeves. By the time I finished at 3:03 PM the clouds increased but the temperature stayed at 76. I rode my “Atascocita – Walden – E. Lake Houston Parkway” route going 28.24 miles. Added to yesterday’s miles December totals 60.64 miles, 40% of my road miles goal in 2 days. Not a very big goal though at 150 miles. Today was the 9th time biking this route in 2021.

Year to date I biked 8,986 miles (road + Zwift) which is 152 miles more than 2020. Taking time for my trip to New York City I thought I wouldn’t catch up.

The video shows the duck frenzy.

Excitement happened as I rode the greenbelt rail beside Kingwood Drive next to Kingwood High School. At the entrance to the school I slowed to cross with a car waiting to my right on the other side of Kingwood Drive. Traffic was approaching and I didn’t think the car would dart across but they did. I grabbed the right brake lever, sliding the rear tire, turned to the left as the car pulled up beside me. They stopped and I went in front of the car across the entrance and back on the trail. A flashback to a crash I had in 2013 at Atascocita High School when a girl pulled out in front of me and I slammed into the car.

Weather conditions for the bike ride: tart 76 (humidity 69%, dew point 66) mostly cloudy, wind N 0 mph; finish 77 (humidity 67%, dew point 65), mostly cloudy, wind W 5 mph. Friday weather probably will repeat today which means another day to ride.

12-2-2021 Strava Bike Ride Summary
12-2-2021 Strava Bike Ride Summary
12-2-2021 RWGPS Bike Ride Route Map
12-2-2021 RWGPS Bike Ride Route Map

Texas Biking News December 1st 2021

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‘I don’t know how I survived’: Around the world cyclist returns to Central Texas 2 years after horror crash

by: Harley Tamplin | www.kxan.com

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Two years ago, Josh Quigley’s dream of riding his bicycle around the world was crushed under the wheels of a car traveling 70 mph in Temple.

Quigley knows he is lucky to have survived the horror crash, which surprisingly led to Texas earning a special place in his heart.

“Thanks to the people of Texas,” he said as he returned to Austin on Wednesday. “This is a place that has become very special to me.”

In 2019, the cyclist was …

A Great Ride …

Red Crank – Final One! | Bike Barn email

It is with great sadness that Lee and I are saying goodbye to so many great friends and riding partners. For 19 years we have put everything possible into delivering a business that we are proud of and one we hope served the cycling community in Houston. Bike Barn has had an amazing run serving Houston for over 39 years! We thank Rufus and Kitty Barnes who founded Bike Barn in 1983. They were great mentors and built a strong brand that we could build upon and expand in Houston.

The next step for Bike Barn will be under the leadership of Trek Bicycle. They have been a strong partner of ours for years and we know you will see many positive changes in your store experience. You will also see all the familiar friendly faces and knowledgeable staff you might already know. We are excited to see opportunities for our staff to grow with a new company and the opportunity for our stores to grow and continue to serve the Houston market.

Lee and I will continue to ride locally and be involved in many local cycling non-profits and charity rides. We hope to see many of you out on rides and want to say thanks for supporting Bike Barn.

As the transition to Trek occurs, there will be some temporary store closures next week. See below for more details. All the stores will be open under the new Trek ownership on Saturday December 11th.

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On December 1st I Don’t Remember 76 Degrees Where I Grew Up

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December bike rides started with some warm weather which is an important reason why I live in the Houston area. I have a modest road biking goal for December, 150 miles. The weather can be chilly and wet so I don’t expect to ride as much as other months. To get off to a good start I began today’s ride at 11:33 AM aboard my Canyon Endurace bike. The route went north on my “Kingwood – FM1485 – Kingwood” riding 32.41 miles by the time I finished at 2:12 PM. That leaves 118 miles for the rest of the month. My other goal is 133 miles on Zwift rides.

The ride passed many yards with Christmas decorations. The video has clips from a couple of them.

Weather conditions: start 73 (humidity 71%, dew point 63), partly cloudy, wind N 0 mph; finish 76 (humidity 59%, dew point 60), mostly cloudy, wind W 7 mph. I wore shorts, a long sleeve jersey with a short sleeve jersey over that. The weather forecast points to more weather like this until Sunday. I plan on taking advantage of it while its here. Where I grew up (SE Ohio) I don’t remember 76 degrees on December 1st.

On the way to FM 1485 the tailwind allowed me to keep my speed at 17 mph or above. On the way back to Kingwood the headwind hampered me at time but my legs felt good and I powered along.

12-1-2021 Strava Bike Ride Summary
12-1-2021 Strava Bike Ride Summary
12-1-2021 RWGPS Bike Ride Route Map
12-1-2021 RWGPS Bike Ride Route Map
12-1-2021 YTD Bike Rides Summary Today's Route
12-1-2021 YTD Bike Rides Summary Today’s Route
12-1-2021 Golden Cheetah Bike Ride Overview
12-1-2021 Golden Cheetah Bike Ride Overview