Cabin Fever Almost Set In Bike Ride

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The last bike ride was October 13th but I should’ve rode on Sunday the 14th. That was the last day with suitable weather. Starting Monday the temperature dropped and the rain moved in. I had doubts about biking today because early this morning it rained but it moved out and the streets dried. I didn’t have too much time to ride so I chose the “Kingwood to FM1960” route and biked 17.31 miles. With all of the days not biking I am falling behind on getting to my 700 mile goal for the month with only 461.3 miles so far. Not sure how the weather will be over the next few days but I will ride if possible.

Today the weather was like this during the ride.

This was in the lower limits of my temperature threshold but I bundled up and headed out at 10:36 am. I wasn’t the only cyclist out as I saw four others on W. Lake Houston Parkway. They rode north as I approached from Kingwood Greens Drive South getting ready to ride south.

I probably overdressed with leg warmers, a thermal long sleeve jersey, long sleeve jersey, wind breaker jacket, shorts and full finger gloves. When I finished at 11:56 am all of these clothes were wet from perspiration. Because the ride was shorter than normal and to add a little to the workout I rode the Blue Norcross AL bike. It weighs about 7 pounds more than the Canyon Endurace CF SLX I normally ride.

Hopefully the weather follows the forecast for Friday, 83 degrees and 50% chance of rain. I need to ride!!

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Texas Bicycling News Digest October 17th 2018

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Hotter’N Hell founder honored as Legend of North Texas

By Camille Connor | www.newschannel6now.com


WICHITA FALLS, TX (RNN Texoma) – Roby Christie has been named a Legend of North Texas by the Museum of North Texas. He is the founder of the Hotter’N Hell steering committee.

“Wichita Falls has given me the opportunity to add value to the place I live. There’s so many people in Texoma that do a lot for Wichita Falls, do a lot for their fellow citizens. If I can rank among them I appreciate the recognition,” Christie said of the honor. …

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Biketober Ride & Roll in Mueller, Sat. October 27

philwest | bicycleaustin.info

We’d like to invite you to a bike riding event involving your Mueller and Bouldin Creek neighbors!
(to get to know them and your neighborhood bike routes better)

Biketober Ride & Roll

Mueller Neighborhood Ride
Saturday, October 27 at 9 am

It’s a fun, slow-roll ride for all ages, led by an experienced ride leader.
It’s free and open to all!
You can ride with your family and friends, or just come solo — we’ll all ride as one big group.

If you’d like to sign up, please fill out this Google Form to let us know you’ll be joining us: …

I’m cycling 4500 miles in summer 2019 to raise money for cancer research but I have almost no cycling experience at the moment – any advice from new or experienced cyclists? from cycling

BCO Farmer’s Market Bike Ride

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Hosted by Bayou City Outdoors, a social event club, this bike ride is open to both members and nonmembers alike. Bring your own bike or plan to rent one from a local shop, then meet at Onion Creek cafe, where you and fellow participants can wake up with a cup before cruising between various markets around Houston.

You’ll be able to shop for …

St. David’s Children’s Hospital Kids Fest & Safety Fair Scheduled

By Tony Cantu | patch.com


Free event on Oct. 27 to feature bike helmet giveaways and fittings, safety information, demonstrations with games, prizes, food and more.

AUSTIN, TEXAS — St. David’s Children’s Hospital will host its 3rd Annual Kids Fest & Safety Fair later this month — a free event featuring bike helmet giveaways and fittings, safety information and demonstrations with games, prizes, food and more. …

Nice to hang with friends after a bad day.

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Unofficial VCC group ride: Great ride with Manu/Clo and Tim, at Dennis Johnston Park with the new path open!!!

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Evening Ride

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New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

Texas Bicycling News Digest October 16th 2018

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College Station Council Wants An Update On New Rental Bicycle Regulations

by Bill Oliver | wtaw.com

Three and a half months after the College Station city council began regulating rental bicycles that leave the Texas A&M campus, the city council wants to revisit the issue.

Councilman John Nichols received support to get a full update.

Among other things, Nichols wants to know the status of OFO’s permit with the city, and any city staff discussion with A&M about the rental bicycles. …

Fall Campout & Trail Ride

The Fort Worth Mountain Bikers Association | fwmba.org


Details
What: camping & mountain bike riding! an awesome combination. Fresh air, exercise, making new friends, and spending quality time with old ones.
When: October 26, 27 & 28th. I’ll arrive about 1 pm, you can arrive at 2pm. I will Stay until 3pm on Sunday. Please don’t arrive before 2pm on Friday.
Who: anyone who likes to camp and ride bikes. DORBA, FWMBA and WMBC members are welcome, and …

The science of being seen

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You’ve likely never heard of Darlene Edewaard. But if you even occasionally ride a bike on open roads with cars, she just might save your life. Edewaard is a Ph.D. candidate in the Human Factors Psychology program at South Carolina’s Clemson University and specializes in studying vision science and then applying that knowledge to transportation safety.

“Specifically, I study ways to enhance pedestrian and bicyclist conspicuity on roadways so that drivers can see them from farther distances and avoid collisions,” explained Edewaard. …

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Texas Bicycling News Digest October 15th 2018

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Network of trails will connect historic and cultural sites in Cameron County

By Patricia Martinez | riograndeguardian.com


BROWNSVILLE, RGV – The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, in partnership with Cameron County, this week launched their Lower Rio Grande Valley Active Plan Tour.

The nonprofit, which is dedicated to creating trail networks for communities nationwide, kicked off its six-day biking and kayaking tour through the county by spotlighting Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park in Brownsville.

Organizers, county officials and …

Bicyclist injured in Aldine Bender hit-and-run

By Alyson Ward | www.chron.com


A bicyclist is in critical condition after he was hit by two vehicles late Sunday in east Harris County, officials say – including an SUV that ran over him and then fled the scene.

The cyclist was traveling east in the 1100 block of Aldine Bender Road about 11 p.m., according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, when a driver in a Toyota pickup failed to see him on the road. …

Local chefs rally around hit-and-run victim in brunch benefit event

By Mariah Medina | www.ksat.com

SAN ANTONIO – More than a month has passed since a local restaurant manager was hit by a car while bicycling home from work. On Sunday, the community stepped up to help the victim, Samantha Flores, with her mounting medical bills.

Chef Michael Sohocki of Restaurant Gwendolyn rounded up some of the city’s other premier chefs and organized a benefit brunch for Flores with …

Upcoming Rides

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Lite Bike
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 @ 7:05 PM

Southern Elite Cross Training Series
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 6:00 PM

West Bike Scene @ Sun & Ski Memorial Mall
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 7:00 PM

Wednesday Night Worlds (Short)
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 6:00 PM

Nite Bike
Thursday, October 18, 2018 @ 7:05 PM

Sugar Cycles Sat Shop Ride
Saturday, October 20, 2018 @ 7:30 AM

4th Annual Tour de Groves to ride into town

By L.V. Salinas | www.panews.com


GROVES — Cycling enthusiasts are getting ready for a local ride that would benefit seniors in the area, as well as for an opportunity to enjoy the Mid County outdoors.

Coasting Forward, a nonprofit organization, and Coastal Caregivers Inc. are hosting the Fourth Annual Tour de Groves. All proceeds will go toward the Groves Senior Center.

Organizer Barbara Edington, who is …

Wichita Falls to become a more bike friendly town

By: Curtis Jackson | www.texomashomepage.com

WICHITA FALLS, TX (KFDX/KJTL) – Texas is ranked 25th in the nation when it comes to being bike friendly.

Those with the current designation include 10 communities, 37 businesses, and 6 universities and members with the Bike Friendly Community Action Team are trying to get Wichita Falls recognized.

“The goal is to eventually in August of next year to apply for the bronze level designation and through the League of American Bicyclist. They have bronze silver gold and then a platinum level,” said Becky Raeke with the BCFA team. …

Biking in Oak Point Park Plano | Ep. #029

By Becca Niederkrom | anchor.fm

What makes Dallas Fort Worth Texas so welcoming, friendly and the best place to live in the USA? Listen each week as the founder behind, WeAreDallasFortWorth.com, Becca Niederkrom shares articles from the local website and stories from the people that call Dallas Fort Worth home.

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