Texas Bicycling News Digest August 4th 2019

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Reptile Dodging Alligator Alley On Wichita Falls Wee-Chi-Tah Trail

Durango Texas | durangotexas.blogspot.com

Til yesterday it had been several years since I have mountain biked on an actual mountain bike trail.

At my former DFW location there were multiple mountain bike trails within a reasonably short distance of my …

Stolen Bikes

By Sluggo | austinmountainbiking.com

Posting for a friend

Cannondale Scalpel and Pivot Mach 5.5 stolen from the Domain area last night. I think the …

Spring Creek Greenway Law Enforcement?

Nathan G. | www.strava.com

I saw the following post on Facebook this morning. Are they really stopping cyclists using the trail?

”FYI to anyone who uses the Spring Creek Greenway (not to be confused with the Spring Creek Nature Trail in case you’re unaware) for cycling:

Beginning today 8/3/19 and moving forward, the sheriff and constables are policing the Spring Creek Greenway between Dennis Johnston Park, Pundt Park, Carter Park and Jesse Jones Park. They have devices to detect speeds and are issuing tickets for greater than the 10mph or 15mph posted speed limits. They are also monitoring the Dismount Zones at the various stop signs and are issuing tickets if you do not Totally get off your bike and walk it across. This is an ongoing effort to make the trails safe for all.

Spread the word.” …

from a comment: "Randy “Col.” Davis Yes they are! Yesterday (Saturday, August 3 at approximately 9:00am) I personally was stopped by a Deputy Constable at one of the stop signs because I did not come to a complete stop and dismount. The officer was very nice and explained that they had an accident a few days prior where somebody was exceeding the posted speed limit around a curve and ran into another rider breaking the other riders collarbone therefore, the Constable informed them that they are to start writing tickets for not stopping at stop signs or exceeding the speed limit on the path. (Remember my statement that he was very nice? He was! He did not give me a ticket but, clarified that it was a verbal warning.) Safe Riding my fellow peddlers! Make It a GREAT Day! The Col.™"

##The Trailist: Madrone Trail Offers Secluded, Direct Access to Canyon Lake

Roseanna Garza | therivardreport.com

Texas natives aren’t strangers to Canyon Lake, but most have not heard of Madrone Trail, a 7.6-mile point-to-point hike and bike trail that winds its way through a peninsula along the north side of the body of water.

When trying to beat the sweltering triple-digit heat, people aren’t typically looking to add in any cardio other than swimming, but for those in search of a scenic, moderate-to-difficult hike or bike experience where you can …

Blazin’ Saddle, Granbury, Texas August 3, 2019

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Big turnout. All the car lots were full plus the overflow lots. …

Video: Andrew Taylor Visits Arkansas, Oklahoma & Texas – AT’s Ultimate 48 State Road Trip

by Andrew Taylor | www.pinkbike.com

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I started out my time in Texas with a rip through the new park in Taylor with my old pal Jeremiah Work. From there we made our way to the legendary 9th Street dirt jumps in Austin to meet up with Roth Smith and the boys. From there we …

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Austin police urge joggers, hikers and bikers to be aware on trails

Author: Mari Salazar | www.kvue.com

KVUE asked police what they’re doing to keep trails safe and what you can do to protect yourself.

AUSTIN, Texas — There have been multiple attacks this summer on women walking or jogging on trails around Austin.

Police said they want you to protect yourself.

"What I can always attest for is strength in numbers." Officer Jeff Javier said. "If you do decide to run out here on the trails, you know, find a running group. Austin is very friendly, outdoors community. There’s a ton …

CORPORATE CHALLENGE KICKS OFF AUG. 9

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The 22nd annual Richardson Corporate Challenge kicks off Friday, Aug. 9 at Galatyn Plaza at 5:30 p.m. The Corporate Challenge is an Olympic-style competition coordinated by the City’s Parks and Recreation Department to encourage fun, fitness and friendships among area workers. People traveling near the Galatyn Business Park area around that time can expect traffic delays as participants from 53 local companies take part in the kick-off event.

The 2019 Corporate Challenge is sponsored by GEICO Texas and features 22 events ranging from athletic sports such as soccer, volleyball and bicycle racing to non-athletic contests such as dominoes, cornhole and Texas Hold ‘Em.

Since the program’s inception in 1998, the Corporate Challenge has raised $2.6 million for Special Olympics Texas and its programs across the region.

Learn more about the Corporate Challenge at www.cor.net/cc.

Thieves steal racing cycles worth $10k from former paramedic and Fort Worth para-athlete

Author: Matt Howerton | www.wfaa.com

Fort Worth police are now investigating the theft and are asking for tips.

FORT WORTH, Texas — A former Fort Worth paramedic, who is also a double amputee and para-athlete, is out around $10,000 after discovering two of his racing cycles were stolen when he returned from an amputee conference.

The theft may now keep 52-year-old David Norcott from …

Galveston bike ride

by Karina GG | www.eventbrite.es

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier 2501 Seawall Boulevard Galveston, TX 77550 Cyclists group that runs every day different streets of the city every Wednesday at 7:30 pm. It is for beginners, does not require much effort just want to live and have fun.

Every week we will have a new route and we will rest in a nice place of Galveston. We start and finish in the same place.

Bicycle racer sues wheel manufacturer, local bike shop over crash

By TOMMY WITHERSPOON | www.wacotrib.com

A mountain biker who was seriously injured during a race last year is suing a bicycle manufacturer and the Waco company that recommended and sold him a wheel.

Logan Rainey, an 18-year-old college student from Waco, is seeking more than $200,000 in damages in his lawsuit against Specialized Bike Components Inc.; Bear Mountain Outdoors LLC, doing business as …

Rangers to lead programs on pond life, trail biking and more

Lucinda Breeding | dentonrc.com

Denton County families who love the outdoors can take advantage of ranger-led programs for the month of August at the Johnson Branch Unit of Ray Roberts Lake State Park.

At 10 a.m. Aug. 10, a park ranger will lead a workshop on pond-dipping. Participants will explore pond life, and what it can tell you about the water itself. The workshop meets at the Kid Fish Pond.

At 2 p.m. Aug. 10, families can …

5 Things to Know: The Week Ahead in Wise for Saturday, August 3, 2019

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… #2: AIR UP THOSE TIRES

Ready to ride? The Eighter from Decatur Bicycle Rally, benefiting Raquel’s Wings for Life, is Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Decatur Municipal Airport, 351 Airport Rd.

Participants can choose between an 8-, 25-, 50- or 100-mile ride. Registration is 6 a.m., and the ride begins at 7. Preregister at raceentry.com. Cost is $35 for early registration and $40 on race day.

Raquel’s Wings flies Wise County cancer patients to MD Anderson in Houston for free and has taken more than 300 flights in the last decade.

Have questions? Call 940-399-9504.

North East Austin Texas Bike Group (NEATXBG) Potluck and Night Ride #2

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A few weeks ago, I accidentally (on purpose) may have started a bike gang. After some scheduling difficulties, a handful of us gathered for a potluck and another night time bike ride. Although small in number, each person brought an interesting perspective and passion to some aspect of bicycling as transportation, recreation and fun. So here are a few thoughts and images about this interesting experiment in neighborhood and community organizing for …

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Rain Threat, New Shorts, GoPro Videos, 200+ Mile Week, Bike Ride

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I was concerned about the weather as I checked the radar before starting today’s bike ride. To the north rain looked threatening but I decided to ride. Setting out at 8:00 AM on the “Atascocita – Huffman – Walden” route a couple of new things accompanied me on the ride.

8-3-2019 Bike Ride Weather Radar Before Start

I wore a new pair of Aero Tech Design Men’s Gel Touring shorts in place of my usual Bellwether Endurance Gel shorts. Switching to a different piece of clothing is always a gamble but as the ride progressed these shorts are my new buddy. I will buy some to replace the Bellwether ones.

Second new item was a GoPro Hero7 White. I mounted it on the handlebar to the right of the stem and aimed it to the center. Last night I read up on how to use it but slept and forgot several things like voice commands. I tried to use them but I left a couple of word out and nothing happened. So I resorted to pushing the record button. Since this new I missed a few video opportunities when other cyclists popped up and I forgot to press record. Several videos from the ride.

I need to work on my video editing skills to combine these.

The rain never materialized as I rode back to Kingwood and finished the ride at 10:53 AM

The week biking totaled 216.64 miles with today’s 33.57 miles and August stands at 108.18 miles, 14% of my 800 mile goal. This is the 12th week in a row at 200+ miles. A big thank you to the weather not raining or otherwise complicating reaching my goals.

SportTracks Bike Ride Summary

8-3-2019 SportTracks Bike Ride Summary

Strava Year Progressions YTD Bike Ride Miles

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Texas Bicycling News Digest August 2nd 2019

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Video: Kirby soldier’s family gets some justice after hit-and-run suspect sentenced to 10 years in prison

By Patty Santos | www.ksat.com

KIRBY, Texas – A Kirby soldier said his family got some justice Thursday when Judge Jennifer Pena handed the woman who struck him and left him for dead a 10-year prison sentence.

Marisa Ross pleaded no contest to the charge of failure to render aid and asked the judge to decide her sentence.

Ross told the judge she thought she hit a curb in the morning of Aug. 21, 2017.

Matthew Belknap was on his bicycle on his way to work at Brook Army Military Medical Center when Ross hit him. He suffered extensive damage to his body and brain. The crash ended his military career, which was just starting.

"I still say I wish her no ill harm. There’s nothing that can be done about what’s happened to me, and I’m …

The Evolution To The Bicycle Social Network

By: Kayla Graver | bikehouston.org

As an intern at Bike Houston this summer, my appreciation for the bicycle and my connection to the cycling community in Houston has greatly increased…I frequently bike to work with my co-worker, Dr. Inge Ford, and I have greatly enjoyed the sense of freedom in escaping my car’s glass and metal outer shell. Without my “car shell,” I feel more connected to my city and the people around me. Now when I drive, I notice and point out other bicyclists on the road to my car mates, who wonder why this has become such a big …

Weekend Rides: Ski Shores+Down the TripBs and Baguette et Chocolat

Brad Weaver | steinerranchcycling.com

Saturday training rides leaving from Cups & Cones:

7:30 am – We will head over to Ski Shores and loop around to plunge down the TripBs. Check it out here: https://www.strava.com/routes/14924394 Endurance Pace Group leaves at 8:00 am for a TBD route. After the ride, we meet up at …

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