Texas Biking News March 3rd 2022
Video: Tyler cyclists hope to restore Cotton Belt Trail bed for walkers, bicyclists
By Erin Wides | www.kltv.com
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – Cycling has become a large part of life to those who live in Tyler. There have been additions to mountain bike trails, new bike lanes throughout the city, the Legacy Trail and more.
Cyclists are now working on discussions to possibly restore the Cotton Belt Trail bed that goes on south of Tyler.
“We have this trail that goes down toward Jacksonville and before it gets completely eroded away, we’d like to be able to get the grant money necessary to turn it into a usable trail so that people that live along the trail, Flint, Gresham, Bullard, and so on, can use this to get back and forth or just recreate away from the danger of the traffic on the roads,” said Greg Dahms, a local cyclist who attended Wednesday’s meeting.
More than a dozen cyclists and interested citizens showed up to the grassroots meeting that allowed them to talk about preserving the abandoned Cotton Belt Trail bed.
Robert Bergman, the committee chairman said, “Many of us have traveled all over the country and seen what is being done out there. We’ve done some things here, too, but they’re …
Completing unfinished business.
By Claus Ovesen | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Bracketville Texas to Seminole canyon state park. 76 miles 1772 of gain: Out of the Texas hills and into the flatlands
Tuesday March 1, 2022, 76 miles (122 km) – Total so far: 339 miles (546 km) Another good night of sleep and I was packed up and moving by eight. I stopped at Ziggys roadside barbecue for a wonderful breakfast. I think I’m getting lucky because the wind is coming from the south east and it has been to my back almost all day. I arrived around lunchtime in the big town of Del Rio. I stopped at a grocery store for a few supplies and grabbed a sandwich at the deli. I bought some …
Seminole Canyon State Park to Sanderson Texas 81 miles 3698 ft of gain: Riding along the border with the border patrol
Wednesday March 2, 2022, 81 miles (130 km) – Total so far: 501 miles (806 km) Slept great again and as I was packing up this morning Bill stopped by and invited me to coffee. I had some camp breakfast and a cup of coffee but I could always use a second. I stopped at Bill and Jan’s motorhome and we enjoyed some more conversation and an excellent cup of coffee. The wind was still in my favor which helped miles go by quickly. Tonight‘s goal was Sanderson Texas. Again very little in between as far as supplies. I stopped in Lantry Texas which can’t be more than 500 feet from the Mexican border. It is home to judge Roy Bean. There’s a museum and other artifacts to see there. Plus they have Wi-Fi so I could do some internet checking. There’s a movie about Judge Roy Bean. I believe it’s called The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean and stars …
Modified Southern Tier Winter 2022
By Dean Mitchell | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Burton – Somerville Lake, TX
Wednesday March 2, 2022, 60 km (37 miles) – Total so far: 2,190 km (1,361 miles) I’m continuing shorter days so as to not stress my leg. Gentle rolling hills today and I took it easy. My leg feels fine but I know it is tender.
Perfect spot right on a lake, I am the only camper tonight, Rocky Creek Park.
Sunny, light wind, 23c
Dust off the bike, Tour de Houston is back!
by: Tyler Gibson | cw39.com
HOUSTON (KIAH) – The Tour de Houston is returning after a 2-year hiatus on April 3, 2022! The Mayor’s Office of Special Events expects 5,000 riders to pedal through Houston communities, scenic districts and parks. City officials says Tour de Houston is the perfect event for leisure rider or cycling enthusiasts, with three length options available. Registration for the 2022 Tour de Houston is open now. Organizers say if you registered for the 2020 ride and deferred the registrations, don’t know re-register. To register, click this link.
The annual bike ride presented by Apache, is in its 15th year and will raise funds for …
BikeHouston email NewsLetter 3/3/2022
There’s a better way to get to the often congested Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — well, at least for a few hours this Sunday.
From 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 6, you can ride from Brays Bayou to NRG Park down a pop-up bikeway along North Stadium Drive, courtesy of the team at Houston Bikeways.
This pop-up installation may be temporary, but it’s a good first step toward better multimodal access to a part of town that hosts hundreds of events and millions of visitors every year. We’ll continue to work with our partners at the City to create a permanent bikeway between Brays Bayou and NRG Park by the time the rodeo comes to town next year.
Ride with Council Member Edward Pollard
A few months ago, Council Member Edward Pollard made some comments about bike lanes that didn’t sit right with us. And despite the fact that we called him out on social media, the council member still accepted our invitation to go for a bike ride.
So last Sunday, along with folks from Connect Community, Freewheels Houston, and the Houston Planning & Development Department, we gathered with the council member for a ride on the streets and paths (including the new Hillcroft Avenue bikeway!) in his district.
We’re grateful to Council Member Pollard for coming out on a chilly morning to share his thoughts, listen to new perspectives, and explore his district on two wheels. (And a big shout out to Trek Bicycle Houston for setting us up with an e-bike for the council member!) Photos from the ride below.
Petition: Extend the Mason Creek Trail
Show your support for this 3.15-mile trail extension, which would connect the existing Mason Creek Trail with over 30 miles of continuous trails in George Bush Park, Terry Hershey Park and Cullen Park, as well as with destinations such as the new Houston Community College and University of Houston—Katy campuses, Katy Asia Town, and the Metro Grand Parkway Park & Ride.
Hot Tuesday Sun Setting Bike Ride To Sikes Lake
Durango Texas | durangotexas.blogspot.com
Last night, before the sun set on the second day of the 2022 version of March, with the temperature nearing 80, my bike’s handlebars took me on a ride which eventually arrived at Sikes Lake, a location I had walked around earlier in the day.
Which would make that Sikes Lake you see the sun setting on above.
I am liking being back biking after a couple month sabbatical.
Due to the weather reversal from last week’s Arctic Blast Deep Freeze, the locals are coming out in numbers I had not previously seen, apparently eager to enjoy this sudden arrival of what seems like summer. …
Sunday Cruise 03/06/2022 from socialcyclingaustin
Saturday Morning Caffeine Cruise 03/05/2022 from socialcyclingaustin
Pop-up bike lane to Houston Rodeo coming this weekend
Jay R. Jordan | www.chron.com
The city of Houston will let cyclists overtake the road to the rodeo this weekend.
For four hours Sunday afternoon, crews will reduce the number of car lanes on Stadium Drive between the Brays Bayou greenway trails and NRG Park from four lanes to two. This makes way for a pop-up bike lane on either side of the street, which will give riders a safer and easier route to the stadium complex to enjoy the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. …
Texas Biking from Twitter
https://twitter.com/BBQ44/status/1499510751609950219
Brushy Creek Trail #Roundrock is one of the best trails to nowhere I’ve ever ridden. Zero power lines, NIMBY backyard fences, alleys with dumpsters (eg #Northaven #LakeHighlands trails in Dallas)#GrammyAndPopPreschool About 5 miles by the Play For All Abilities Park. pic.twitter.com/tv6Py0QN0p
— Martin Russell ????????????? (@russell_dallas) March 3, 2022
Thanks to everyone who joined us today for the ribbon cutting of the Keegans Bayou Trail. Every community in Harris County should have equitable access to quality greenspaces & trails, and I’m grateful to our community partners and @HoustonTX for working with us on this project. pic.twitter.com/uhMbL6a6BL
— Rodney Ellis (@RodneyEllis) March 3, 2022
— Houston Bike Plan (@HoustonBikePlan) March 3, 2022
Gear up and get ready for this Saturday’s JoyRide! We’ll bike about 24 miles, all level cyclists are welcomed! Come meet other riders and learn more about our community of LOVE! Register now for the Hill Country Ride for AIDS! See you at this week’s JoyRide! #hcra2022 pic.twitter.com/U6qHMDjA4P
— Hill Country Ride for AIDS (@hillcountryride) March 3, 2022
#Bicyclists: Use hand signals to indicate you are turning right. Stop if you have a stop sign or red light and always check for traffic and pedestrians before making your turn.
— WalkBikeSafeTx (@WalkBikeSafeTX) March 3, 2022
Check out our video to learn more! #BikeTips pic.twitter.com/TSOURs22hW
How does a bike ride to the #Houston #Rodeo sound? – @kprc2anavid has what you need to know –> https://t.co/7ZH0YjsESF @RODEOHOUSTON #KPRC2 #hounews #HTX pic.twitter.com/bJl9vB8fHa
— KPRC 2 Houston (@KPRC2) March 3, 2022
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Taco Tuesday – McKinney, TX March 29, 2022 at 06:00PM https://t.co/AxI7gPzF9R
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 3, 2022
New Event Houston Bicycle Club HEMPSTEAD NORTH – Hempsteasd, TX March 5, 2022 at 08:30AM https://t.co/UDeO65SbJ7
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2022
New Event Houston Bicycle Club IN TOWN EXPLORATION RIDE – Houston, TX https://t.co/q3uNDRx2sk
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2022
We'll check out some of Houston's diverse neighborhoods and see some of the city's unusual sights. Total distance will be about 30 miles and will … https://t.co/CJI0DPJK0k
New Event FWBA Weatherford Pedal – Weatherford, TX March 12, 2022 at 09:00AM https://t.co/xSpl8t1vhG
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2022
New Event Century of the Month (or less) – Arlington, TX https://t.co/kPzAwsNsBr
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2022
IT'S BACK!!!
CENTURY OF THE MONTH (or less)
The return of the classic local event is coming back to the South Arlington Trek location on March 5th at 8am. We will retu… https://t.co/JXEqttXmpx