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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.

3-29-2022 Cervelo Caledonia Ramsey Road-1
3-29-2022 Cervelo Caledonia at a Ramsey Road Bridge
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Texas Bicycling News Wednesday – May 8, 2024

Texbiker.net Posted on May 8, 2024 by Rick AnkrumMay 8, 2024

Austin students pedal to school in a city-wide initiative for Bike Month

by Tara Brolley | cbsaustin.com

AUSTIN, Texas — May is Bike Month in Austin, and Wednesday specifically is Bike to School Day.

Rhonda Bolick with the City of Austin’s Safe Routes to School program said they had lessons throughout the school year to teach students how to safely bike or walk to school.

“We’re encouraging kids all over Austin to walk or bike to school today,” Bolick said. …


MSU Texas cyclist Molly Hayes wins time trial at nationals

Andy Newberry | news.msutexas.edu

The Midwestern State University Cycling team wrapped up its 2023-24 season in style last weekend, with freshman Molly Hayes winning the national champion in the time trial at the USA Cycling National Championships in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Hayes finished the time trial in 39.30 to win the women’s varsity event. She also fared well in the criterium, finishing 21st, and she placed 33rd in the road race.

MSU Cycling Director Pablo Cruz Trochez was impressed with how Hayes handled the spotlight and also the mountainous terrain in New Mexico.

“Coming in as a freshman, and just 18, Molly performed incredibly well at her …


One step at a time

By Kim Brent | www.beaumontenterprise.com

When the lane designations on Gladys Avenue recently were re-striped, the thoroughfare was left with what one reader described as “road diet” – a small space on the right side not wide enough to act as a turning lane or parking space and of seeming little utility. Why was that area not designated as a bike lane, she asked?

Beaumont Public Works Director Bart Bartkowiak weighed in on the question.

“You need a minimum of …


Georgetown ISD participates in ‘Bike or Roll to School Day’

Author: Eric Pointer | www.kvue.com

First responders greeted students and taught them about safety, like wearing helmets and using the crosswalk.

GEORGETOWN, Texas — Students at Georgetown ISD were encouraged to bike or roll to school Wednesday morning.

The district took part in national “Bike or Roll to School Day,” with extra guests greeting participants along the way.

First responders greeted students and taught them about safety practices, like wearing helmets and using the crosswalk.

District representatives hope this encourages students to be more active and get to know the …


Hop on the bike bus: How Denton elementary students make biking to school safe and easy

By Lucinda Breeding-Gonzales | dentonrc.com

Some Newton Rayzor Elementary School students wore wings to meet the weekly “bike bus” bright and early on Wednesday morning.

All the students wore helmets, some of them in superhero colors. And Stephanie Brooks, the bike bus coordinator, had her electric bike loaded with snacks and a bubble machine.

This marks the second year the school’s students have made the weekly ride, and they have some special guests. It’s National Bike and Roll to School Day, and Denton ISD Superintendent Jamie Wilson is in the parking lot of the Village Church, tires aired and helmet on.

Wilson said the bike bus …


Bikers with Ride 2 Recovery make pit stop in Killeen on Wednesday

By Madeline Oden and Ricky Clement | kdhnews.com

Over 50 wounded veterans and supporters with the 2024 Project Hero Ride 2 Recovery made a pit stop at the Central Texas Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday afternoon.

Covering more than 370 miles this year by bicycle, Project Hero’s 15th annual ride started in San Antonio and will finish in Arlington. As a part of the ride, participants took a break to honor their fallen comrades with a wreath-laying ceremony Wednesday before heading to their hotel for the night.

Retired Sgt. 1st Class William Hogue served in the Army as a medic for almost 27 years and has been part of Project Hero since 2011.

“I was first deployed in Hawaii with the Third ID. I’m in the …



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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2024

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— Pete (@petesfinetweets) May 8, 2024

Hey Dallas! ? Ready to hit the trails? Whether you're into hiking, biking, or just a leisurely stroll, there's something for everyone. Explore today! Find out more on our website. https://t.co/sCjKTc4LCG ????? #trinityriverdallas

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— Trinity Park Conservancy (@trinityparkc) May 8, 2024

Happy Bike N’ Roll to School Day! Let’s keep those wheels spinning all month long for Bike Month. ?????????@CityOfFriscoTx | @FriscoPD | @friscofirefighters pic.twitter.com/sz2TQTjXD1

— Play Frisco – Parks & Recreation (@PlayFrisco) May 8, 2024

Happy Bike Month! Totaling nearly 100 miles throughout the city, Plano's @PlanoParksRec shared-use paths and trails are a great way to see Plano!
Bike paths: https://t.co/9eawsc7KHJ #BikeMonth #BikeFriendlyPlano pic.twitter.com/UxC53gmcnS

— visitplano (@visitplano) May 8, 2024

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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2024

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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2024

Historic Trail Expansion Connects Los Fresnos to Mexico Border! https://t.co/Goz55El36I

— Rio Grande Guardian (@RioGGuardian) May 8, 2024

Manor Road & Anchor Lane just got safer & more accessible. ?

Improvements include:
? Enhanced @CapMetroATX bus stop & bikeway
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? Improved curb areas
??? Upgraded ADA-accessible curb ramps & signal infrastructure

? More: https://t.co/hPiO4h9J3L pic.twitter.com/sEhYhASoiP

— ATX Transportation and Public Works (@austinmobility) May 8, 2024

Happy Bike to School Day!
Today marks an important event that encourages students to get outdoors, enjoy the fresh air, & stay active.
Join us for Bike Month & be a part of various cycling events and activities.https://t.co/9KFOq1Z6fA#bikemonth #elpasoevents #biketoschoolday pic.twitter.com/feDqir13nK

— Sun Cycle (@SunCycleEP) May 8, 2024

Rise & Ride: Bike to Work Day
Starting at Mundy Park on May 17th at 7:30 am, we'll pedal our way to San Jacinto Plaza on a ride through historic downtown El Paso.
Sign up now on Google Forms: https://t.co/8I30y7BZL5 pic.twitter.com/b8DHeu0KrP

— Sun Cycle (@SunCycleEP) May 8, 2024


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Texas Police Games – Police Bike Obstacle Course

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Mon June 10, 2024 Cedar Hill, TX First of five cycling events at this year’s Texas Police Games hosted by the City of DeSoto, Texas for 2024. This event only, you are required to be or have been assigned as a bike patrol officer at least once during your career. This is a timed police bike obstacle course event. Full information on the website, at the Facebook Group page, or contact me at the contact information listed on the website cycling events web pages. Rubber Side Down, Lance

Texas Police Games – Time Trial

www.bikesignup.com

Tue June 11, 2024 Cedar Hill, TX Second of five cycling events at this year’s Texas Police Games hosted by the City of DeSoto, Texas for 2024. This is an 8 to 10 mile time trial. Full information on the website, at the Facebook Group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/302076915505661 , or contact me at the contact information listed on the website cycling events web pages. Rubber Side Down, Lance

Texas Police Games – Road Race

www.bikesignup.com

Wed June 12, 2024 Cedar Hill, TX Third of five cycling events at this year’s Texas Police Games hosted by the City of DeSoto, Texas for 2024. This is a 26 to 36 mile road race. Full information on the website, at the Facebook Group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/302076915505661 , or contact me at the contact information listed on the website cycling events web pages. Rubber Side Down, Lance

Texas Police Games – Mtn. Bike

www.bikesignup.com

Thu June 13, 2024 Dallas, TX Fourth of five cycling events at this year’s Texas Police Games hosted by the City of DeSoto, Texas for 2024. This is a 10 to 12 mile mountain bike race. Full information on the website, at the Facebook Group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/302076915505661 , or contact me at the contact information listed on the website cycling events web pages. Rubber Side Down, Lance

Texas Police Games – Gravel Race

www.bikesignup.com

Fri June 14, 2024 Maypearl, TX Last of five cycling events at this year’s Texas Police Games hosted by the City of DeSoto, Texas for 2024. This is a 28 mile gravel bike race. Full information on the website, at the Facebook Group page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/302076915505661 , or contact me at the contact information listed on the website cycling events web pages. Rubber Side Down, Lance


Richardson council appoints members to new commissions

By Connor Pittman | communityimpact.com

The makeup for the two newest Richardson commissions was confirmed by Richardson City Council.

Members of the bicycle pedestrian advisory committee as well as community inclusion and engagement commission were appointed during the May 6 council meeting.

The context

Council previously approved the creation of the community inclusion and engagement commission last November and elevated the status of bicycle pedestrian advisory committee from a subcommittee of the parks and recreation commission last December. Individuals appointed to each commission will serve two-year terms.

The community inclusion and engagement commission will provide an annual report to council and will serve as an advisory body to council on diversity, equity and inclusion issues. The bicycle pedestrian advisory committee will help advise city staff on refining the city’s complete streets plan. …



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Dialed The Mileage Back Today. New Caney – Tavola – Valley Ranch

Texbiker.net Posted on May 8, 2024 by Rick AnkrumMay 8, 2024

I dialed the mileage back on today’s bike ride but almost rode 40 miles. It’s Wednesday which meant biking north. I chose the New Caney – Tavola – Valley Ranch route. This was the 4th time biking this route in 2024 and the longest distance at 38.55 miles. The previous bike ride was April 24th covering 37.9 miles. I rode my Lynskey Helix bike today and on the previous ride too. I’m now 17 miles short of the pace needed to reach May’s goal: 183 versus 200 month to date. The week’s mileage is 128.94.

5-8-2024 SportTracks 2024 Ride History New Caney-Tavola-Valley Ranch
5-8-2024 SportTracks 2024 Ride History New Caney-Tavola-Valley Ranch
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-1
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-1
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-2
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-2
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-3
5-8-2024 Lynskey Helix Valley Ranch at TX99-3

Weather: Start 83 degrees, humidity 80%, dew point 76.6, 89% cloud cover, wind S 9 mph gusts 14 mph; Finish 87 degrees, humidity 74%, dew point 77.7, 74% cloud cover, wind S 11 mph gusts 17 mph.

5-8-2024 Strava Ride Summary New Caney-Tavola-Valley Ranch
5-8-2024 Strava Ride Summary New Caney-Tavola-Valley Ranch

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Texas Bicycling News – May 7, 2024

Texbiker.net Posted on May 7, 2024 by Rick AnkrumMay 7, 2024

T1730/1830 The Woodlands, Texas

Marjoe Q. Borromeo | strava.com

Started break, drop riders one by one down to 3, roll solo with 4 to go, get caught 1 to go, Jack win sprint Richardson, Texas

Corey Ray | strava.com




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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 7, 2024

Two BCycle stations along MKT trail are back in business
1) at Yale
2) at Shepherd

It’s a Bike Rally miracle! Get your tickets now!https://t.co/0BSrN3fulk pic.twitter.com/uv2qLIp1sV

— Emmanuel Núñez (@emmanume) May 7, 2024

A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Tuesday for the first phase of the Brownsville to Los Fresnos Hike and Bike Trail Connect Project. https://t.co/QUViUzQmVp

— NBC 23 RGV (@kveotv23) May 8, 2024

ARR Trail Crew at Walnut Creek Metro Park https://t.co/dQyUBJOa9W #Meetup via @Meetup

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2024

Bike ride, murals, and abit of nature +/-12 miles, and Jazz afterwards https://t.co/v7bA2fUsvd #Meetup via @Meetup

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2024


TxDOT’s Beaumont district is proposing a 23 mile long U.S. 69 relief route

By Megan Zapalac | www.beaumontenterprise.com

The growing number of people in Hardin and adjacent counties has necessitated the creation of a new south-north evacuation route.

The Texas Department of Transportation’s Beaumont District is proposing a 23-mile U.S. 69 evacuation route from Cooks Lake Road, south of Lumberton, to Farm Road 420, north of Kountze in Hardin County, according to the TxDOT website.

In addition to providing a relief evacuation route, the project also is expected to make the roads safer by giving lessening congestion on the existing U.S. 69, according to TxDOT Public Information Officer Tanya Avila.

The two 12-foot lanes in each direction, in addition to a 13-foot northbound shoulder to act as an evacuation lane and a 10-foot southbound shoulder, will require TxDOT to acquire 345 feet of additional property, Avila said.

The road will also have a two-lane frontage road in each direction with parking for trucks, bicycles and pedestrians, according to the website. …


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Salt-Stained Triumph: A Cyclist’s Tale of Resilience

Texbiker.net Posted on May 7, 2024 by Rick AnkrumMay 7, 2024

I’m still in catch up mode. Back to back 45 mile bike rides gets me closer to my May goal. Today I rode the Kingwood – Stroker Road – Kingwood route for 44.9 miles (I rounded up to 45 miles). An earlier start at 10:36 AM got me back home at 2:06 PM thanks to stage 4 of the Giro d’Italia finishing earlier than yesterday. I biked through some areas that flooded on Saturday cutting that bike ride short. Aboard my Canyon Endurace CF 7 bike I crossed Lake Houston which was higher than normal but not flood level though the Lake Houston Brewery restaurant on the east shore looked like water entered the building. Lots of cloud cover today making me think it wasn’t as hot as it really was. I wore black and at the end of the ride salt stains adorned my kit. The hardest part of the ride was going south on Ramsey Road into what felt like a strong headwind. I shifted to the 35×15 gears when my legs had trouble turning the cranks with the 35×13 gears. Riding south on W. Lake Houston Parkway over the San Jacinto river there was a group of City of Houston Public Works vehicles on the northbound side. They may have been looking for damage from the high water. during Hurricane Harvey the bridge suffered some damage to the pads the beams rest on.

Ride history on the route.

5-7-2024 SportTracks Ride History Kingwood-Stroker Road-Kingwood Route
SportTracks Ride History Kingwood-Stroker Road-Kingwood Route

Weather: Start 81 degrees, humidity 83%, dew point 75.4, 80% cloud cover, wind S 5 mph gusts 9 mph; Finish 86 degrees, humidity 75%, dew point 77.2, 47% cloud cover, wind S 8 mph gusts 10 mph.

5-7-2024 Strava Ride Summary Kingwood-Stroker Road-Kingwood
5-7-2024 Strava Ride Summary Kingwood-Stroker Road-Kingwood

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