{"id":16082,"date":"2012-10-10T23:14:37","date_gmt":"2012-10-11T04:14:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=16082"},"modified":"2012-10-10T23:14:37","modified_gmt":"2012-10-11T04:14:37","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-october-10th-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2012\/10\/10\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-october-10th-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for October 10th"},"content":{"rendered":"

SCCCC: Baylor Race Weekend – by Jon Huey<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
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\nBaylor played host to an exhilarating and varied weekend of racing at Cameron Park in Waco.\u00c2\u00a0 The short track course was quite short at approximately three quarters of a mile, with a fast-paced rocky descent leading immediately into switchback climbs.\u00c2\u00a0 This course was wild, testing the technical skill of all riders.\u00c2\u00a0 Rachel Cook of the University of North Texas finished in first for the women\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s A category.<\/p>\n

The team relay course was a mix of quick turns and varied elevation.\u00c2\u00a0 The second and third riders for each team had to do army crawls and cartwheels to their…<\/p>\n

Texas Cup Action — Cyclcocross<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
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\nAnd so it begins… Riders take off for the start of the Pro\/1\/2 race on Sunday at the Bicycle Sports Shop Six Shooter Cyclcocross. Bryan Fawley, Dallas Bike Works, worked his magic and went 2 for 2 during the weekend. Photo courtesy of Corvin Alstot.<\/p>\n

DFW trails for 9 yr old?<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby cowtownsooner\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0forums.mtbr.com
\nWhat are the best DFW trails for a 9 yr old? Is there anything at Sansom? Heard that it is pretty hairy there. Thanks.<\/p>\n

Looking for one epic ride near Austin<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nreply by DXchulo 10\/9\/2012\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.bikeforums.net
\nI did the Tour das Hugel route last week and I was pleased with it. The cue sheets served me well. I didn’t feel like I was put in any dangerous traffic situations and it seemed like a good mix of difficult hills and good scenery.The one downside is that the route is a little repetitive and you end up seeing some of the same things more than once. One big loop would be nice instead of two small ones, but…<\/p>\n

Making the Valley View area more livable, bikeable, and walkable<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBike Freindly Oak Cliff
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\nJust saw the report from Robert Wilonsky at the Dallas Morning News regarding the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s hopes to develop a land use plan for the Vallew View Mall area which suffers from massive auto infrastructure, and low livability. They\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re planning to spend $250K to reveal the area\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s greatest potential. My fear is that the plan will inevitably lead to: Step 1, tear down everything; Step 2, develop small grid road system; Step 3, create bond package to incentivize development; Step 4, watch land speculators hold property in-perpetuity while they use the carrot of TIF dollars to try and cajole land developers\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6show public…<\/p>\n

Cyclist May Use Full Lane\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6But Should We?<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Darryl\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0lovingthebike.com
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\nThe \u00e2\u20ac\u0153bicycle may use full lane\u00e2\u20ac\u009d signs have started emerging all over, and one just recently popped up on a road that leads to several of my training routes.\u00c2\u00a0 But I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m not so sure about them.<\/p>\n

The history of these signs (also known as R4-11) dates back to their origin in 2009, but have definitely become more popular over the past year.\u00c2\u00a0 They were introduced to be used for the following purpose:<\/p>\n

BIKES MAY USE FULL LANE (R4-11) signs are intended for use where travel lanes are too narrow for bicyclists and motor vehicles to operate side by side in the same lane.\u00c2\u00a0 However, the presence of a sign is not necessary for cyclists to use the full lane.\u00c2\u00a0 Rather, the sign serves as a reminder of the law in locations…<\/p>\n

Cyclocross Racing Now In Dallas<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby The Announcer Guy\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0Biking in Dallas
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\nThe race is located near Downtown Dallas, right off of the Katy Trail, near American Airlines Center in Reverchon Park. Were going to have the races 10\/ 14, 10\/ 21, and 11\/ 4. It is open to all people interested in the sport. This is probably going to…<\/p>\n

Lone Star Ride Fighting AIDS partners with Irving<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBy Deborah Fleck \/ News Assistant\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0irvingblog.dallasnews.com
\nLone Star Ride Fighting AIDS 12th annual cycling event begins Saturday with an opening ceremony from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Irving Convention Center. The 175-mile bicycling route provides a two-day tour through Dallas and Tarrant Counties, presenting the opportunity for riders and crew to make new friends, while helping North Texans impacted by HIV\/AIDS.<\/p>\n

More than 400 bicyclists and supporting crew are expected to participate in the ride. The event will raise funds for three…<\/p>\n

Cyclists participate in 20th Annual Pineywoods Purgatory<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBy Francesca Washington\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.kltv.com
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\nLUFKIN, TX (KTRE) – Cyclists from across the Lone Star State spent their Saturday morning navigating the Pineywoods in the Pineywoods Purgatory.<\/p>\n

The Lufkin Host Lions Club organized the four course bike ride. It has been a staple in Angelina County for 20 years. The ride benefits the Stubblefield Learning Center.<\/p>\n

“It brings so many people into Angelina County from out of town , we’ve got people from Dallas, Austin and Houston,” said Ben Moore, Co-Chair.<\/p>\n

The mission of the learning center is to prepare at risk students for…<\/p>\n

Dallas Applies The Brakes On New Bike Lane Rules<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBy KERA STAFF\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0keranews.org
\nUpdated: Five stories that have North Texas talking: cyclists finding their place on Dallas roads, UT and affirmative action, the true stories of regular people.
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\nOur intrepid BJ Austin summoned all her courage yesterday and rode down the middle of Main Street. On her bike. She qualifies as a \u00e2\u20ac\u0153vulnerable road user\u00e2\u20ac\u009d in Dallas\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 new shared-bike-lane strategy, and that sounds about right given North Texans\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 love of…<\/p>\n

North Series MTB Racing Begins Sunday<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby League Director\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0Texas High School Cycling League
\nOur \u00e2\u20ac\u009dScholastic Mountain Bike Race North Series\u00e2\u20ac\u009d kicks off THIS weekend at the DORBA race at Rowlett Creek Preserve in Garland.<\/p>\n

Come on out and race for your school. Pay just one entry fee, race once, and have it count for both DORBA and the High School Series standings.\u00c2\u00a0 From what we hear there are a ton of schools and kids planning on being out there this weekend. Be sure to be part of the action.<\/p>\n

We\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll offer up boy\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s A & B categories as well as girl\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s A & B. The series leader for the boy\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s A and…<\/p>\n

Springtown Spin Ride in Springtown, TX<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby WB admin\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0The Wheel Brothers – Cycling in Texas
\nThe Springtown Spin Ride invites you to join their ride on October 20, 2012 starting at Springtown High School 915 Highway 199 Springtown, TX
\nWe were lucky enough to be granted an interview with Tacia Torres, Executive Director of the Tarrant County Youth Collaboration and the founder of the Springtown Spin Bike Rally to ask some questions about their upcoming ride.<\/p>\n

Why join the Springtown Spin Ride?<\/em>
\nThis is a great opportunity to get a final ride of the season in such a beautiful place for a beautiful cause, non profit programming for the children and…<\/p>\n

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New report for Memorial Park: Dry\/Packed, trail is Dry, packed in the straights, a bit lose on the edges.. More at http:\/\/t.co\/Exf3v8UV<\/a><\/p>\n

— GHORBA (@ghorba_org) October 10, 2012<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n