{"id":35505,"date":"2017-03-03T23:41:03","date_gmt":"2017-03-04T05:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=35505"},"modified":"2017-03-03T23:41:03","modified_gmt":"2017-03-04T05:41:03","slug":"texas-bicycling-news-march-3rd-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2017\/03\/03\/texas-bicycling-news-march-3rd-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling News March 3rd 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

2017 Georgetown Cyclocross Festival<\/a><\/h2>\n

www.evensi.us<\/h3>\n

Saturday 14 October 2017 8:00 AM Sunday 15 October 2017 4:00 PM
\nFor 2017, the Georgetown Cyclocross Festival is proud to be the Austin Cyclocross Cup Series Opener. Date: October 14th & 15th. Race Flyer: COMING SOON. Register: COMING SOON. Website: www.georgetowncyclocrossfestival.com Location: McMaster Athletic Complex in Georgetown, Texas 151 S Holly St, Georgetown, TX 78626. …<\/p>\n

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UPDATED – Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan<\/a><\/h2>\n

www.texasbids.net<\/h3>\n

Bid Date & Time: 03\/16\/17 2:00 PM
\nOwner Solic Number: 1617-16 , 1617-21 Status: bidding Report: 7543748
\nCountry : United States State: TX County: Gregg Location: Longview
\nScope: The development of a bicycle and pedestrian plan that will establish a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network for transportation and recreational purposes, for the MPO area, while promoting walkability and connectivity in an efficient and safe environment. The Longview MPO seeks a consultant who will develop a comprehensive transportation network of sidewalks, multi-use pathways and other bicycle and pedestrian facilities, appropriate and achievable for the cities and communities within the Longview MPO Area.
\nNotes: Additional information and\/or specifications may be obtained by contacting the Purchasing Manager, 300 W. Cotton, Longview, Texas, or by calling 903-237-1324. QUESTIONS regarding this solicitation should be directed to Jaye Latch at (903) 237-1324\/jlatch@longviewtexas.gov on or before 5:00 P.M. CST, February 14, 2017.
\nPlans: From Owner.
\nOutside Link: https:\/\/www.longviewtexas.gov\/bids.aspx
\nUpdate Notes: Bid date extended from 03\/03\/17. Addendum #1 attached.
\nOwner Type: Public …<\/p>\n

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These are Houston’s most popular running and biking routes<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Dana Guthrie | www.chron.com<\/h3>\n


\nWhen Houstonians get out to train for marathons, MS-150 and other races, they have a few favorite trails and tracks.
\nStrava, a social network for athletes around the world, compiled GPS data from Houston runners and cyclists to come up with the five most popular running and biking routes in the Bayou City.
\nWhen users join Strava for free, they can track their workouts and vital statistics, share with friends on their own personal feed, and join clubs to …<\/p>\n

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Keeping up with the Joneses no easy task on a bike<\/a><\/h2>\n

Bill Cullins | www.gosanangelo.com<\/h3>\n

If you plan on doing a few bicycle tours this coming year and want to “keep up with the Joneses”, you had best start putting in the miles because the Joneses you’ll be trying to keep up with are San Angelo cyclists Roy and Christine Jones.
\nRoy and Christine are arguably the king and queen of regional cycling tours given the number of cycling …<\/p>\n

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[Houston Bike Plan Heads to City Council March 8, 2017]<\/h2>\n

Houston Bikeways Program<\/h3>\n

The Houston Bike Plan has been placed on the council agenda for consideration by the Houston City Council on March 8, 2017. The agenda also includes a related item to consider amending Chapter 33 of the Code of Ordinances, providing for the adoption of the Bicycle Master Plan and creation of the Bicycle Advisory Committee.<\/p>\n

On February 2, 2017, the Houston Planning Commission recommended approval of the Houston Bike Plan and forwarded the Plan to City Council for consideration, subject to revisions. The Plan was subsequently heard at the City Council’s Transportation, Technology & Infrastructure Committee on February 13, 2017. The revised Bike Plan has been published at houstonbikeplan.org.<\/p>\n

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Across Texas<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Rick Light | www.crazyguyonabike.com<\/h3>\n

Progresso, Mexico to Pharr, TX *
\nPharr, TX to Faysville, TX *
\nFaysville, TX to Falfurrias, TX *
\nFalfurrias, TX to George West, TX *
\nGeorge West, TX to Three Rivers, TX *
\nThree Rivers, TX to Stockdale, TX
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Simply on a Bike: the Southern Tier<\/a><\/h2>\n

By David Dalley | www.crazyguyonabike.com<\/h3>\n

Camp Wood to Hunt,Texas
\nFriday March 3, 2017, 70 miles (113 km) – Total so far: 1,522 miles (2,449 km)
\nAn amazingly challenging ride today. Many steep climbs for the first 30 miles followed by another 40 of “dips”. You get to go down into a dip but the up is steep enough to shift into the lowest gear and push hard. This whole day was a test of what leg strength I have. And the wind was mostly in my face and cold. Ah but I so much enjoyed it. Such a vibrant day with so many different moments. It is ending with no great alternatives for …
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This weekend\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s rides: Ride Day Decision Saturday! Red Horn Sunday!<\/a><\/h2>\n

by Thomas | steinerranchcycling.com<\/h3>\n

This weekend\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s forecast looks crappy. Rather than plan a route for Saturday, let\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s just meet at the regular start and see what routes we can get away with. If it is raining at the start, the ride will be canceled. Several of us will be racing the La Primavera in Lago Vista, but we should still have a good turnout if the weather permits. After the ride we can hang out at …<\/p>\n

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Texas Bicycling from Twitter<\/h1>\n

https:\/\/twitter.com\/BBQ44\/status\/837764259304046592<\/p>\n

https:\/\/twitter.com\/BBQ44\/status\/837762213741998081<\/p>\n

https:\/\/twitter.com\/BBQ44\/status\/837759481090043904<\/p>\n

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Wellness On Wheels (WOW)
Come join EP Cyclists for our Saturday Ride: 03\/04\/17
Let's keep Training…Let's keep… https:\/\/t.co\/aV7Cx7gm75<\/a><\/p>\n

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) March 3, 2017<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n