Texas Bicycling News Digest December 26th 2018
Texas4000 from Austin to Anchorage – biking on a mission
By Trilla Cook | ourtribune.com 12/26/2018 edition
When University of Texas student Annie Velasco found an opportunity to ride her bike all the way from Austin to Alaska in the Texas4000 to raise awareness for cancer, she took it!
Annie’s father, Oscar Velasco, was diagnosed with cancer in 2012, and recently his health took a turn for the worse. It was beginning to look like her father would not get to witness Annie’s crossing the finish line in his honor.
Velasco and his family have lived in Kingwood for 15 years, where he worked as a service manager for a medical equipment company. His disease has worsened over time and, in 2016, the family learned that despite being in constant treatments, cancer had spread to his brain and bones. …
Tour Madisonville Bicycle Ride
visitmadisonville.org
4-20-2019
East Central Texas’ stunning landscapes and winding roads create the ideal backdrop for a remarkable bike ride. What better way to experience it than by riding in the Tour Madisonville Bicycle Ride? Choose from several routes ranging from beginner to advanced, and pedal your way through the picturesque countryside. Refreshment stops will be available along the way to keep you hydrated and energized. The ride ends in downtown Madisonville, where a meal will be served to all participants.
Southern Tier Route in 28 days
By David E. | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day19: special report update – finally through Texas!
Wednesday December 26, 2018
50 miles finished the ride through Texas!
Fun Boxing Day Ramble w the Lads
Tex AF | www.strava.com
VCC: The Christmas Blues….working off some holiday food with Ernesto
Leo Vela (VCC) | www.strava.com
Dear gravel roads, I’ve missed you
Venny Alub | www.strava.com
