Texas Bicycling News Digest October 23rd 2017

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Ride Report: Roadrunner Rocks – Muenster, Texas by Adrienne Taren

by Adrienne Taren | www.gravelcyclist.com


From the ride organizer (Spinistry): “Our host is the amazing 4R Ranch Vineyards & Winery. A fantastic property with outstanding views and great terrain. The routes are almost exclusively hard packed gravel roads through the scenic Red River Valley. The course is marked and water tables/aid stations placed throughout the route. Camping will be available both Friday & Saturday nights (but you are not required to camp). Saturday will be the main event day with 70, 50, 25, & a beginner’s escorted route of 16 miles. A complimentary wine tasting is …

A Ride Down the Highway 71 Bike Path [PICS]

Austin On A Bike | medium.com


This weekend, I got to do a lot of bike infrastructure exploration. In addition to getting a sneak peek into the new Shoal Creek / Hike & Bike Trail connector, I took a long ride on Saturday to check out the bike path I’ve seen running alongside Highway 71 out to Bastrop.
Right now, getting to the rail by bike is not for the inexperienced or faint of heart. I crossed at 183 and cut down a side road and came out at 183. I was …

Disabled children thrilled by new biking program

Adi Guajardo | www.kens5.com

This year at Sicolvia, the Believe It Foundation rolled out a new bike program to get children with physical disabilities off the sidelines and enjoy the thrill of riding a bike.
The non-profit launched Believe it Bikes on Sunday for families to experience the new bikes along other riders at Sicolvia.
Anita Mosley’s and her husband brought their daughter, Sydney Mosley, 13, to try out the …

28th Annual Texas Hell Week Bicycle Tour

Mar 12 2018 to Mar 16 2018
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Celebrating 10 years of The Bike Cave

By Diana Furman | star.txstate.edu


Ten years ago a 140-square foot garage opened its doors to the San Marcos community and started The Bike Cave. Owned and operated by students, it has proven the lasting impact one group of concerned self-starters can have on campus.
Matt Akins, Taylor Powell and Daniel Palomo cofounded The Bike Cave in 2007, simply as students who sought an alternative transportation method in San Marcos. Auxiliary Services, now Parking and Transportation, took the shop under its …

Bike Rides & Hikes Meetup

San Antonio, TX
1,685 Bikers & Hikers

This groups activities are: mountain bike rides, road bike rides, and hikes.The bicycling and hikes will be in several parks around San Antonio and sometimes out of town.  We…

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Japanese couple biking around world makes stop in El Paso

Jamie Warren | www.kvia.com


EL PASO, Texas – Traveling the world to spread peace and positivity.
21-year-old Satoru Yamada and his wife Akina are from Tokyo, Japan. They’re “hitch-biking” around the world and made a stop in El Paso this week.
Satoru started his journey at the age of 18. He hitch-hiked from Japan to Iran. Then bicycled in the winter from Iran to Norway, before taking a $100 flight to the United Sates. He then biked to Canada, where he met his wife, also from Tokyo and a world traveler.
The two have …

Nov 4 Novice paced ride to the Alex celebration

cmatthews | www.planobicycle.org

November 4th is the Tour of Dallas. Alex, our President, will be making his return to cycling at this event, followed by a celebration lunch at The Ginger Man bistro on Boll St in Dallas. I will not be riding the Tour, but will be riding to the lunch to join in on the celebration.
You are welcome to join me. Here are the particulars of my ride:
Pace: Novice
Distance: 14 miles, each way
Route: 12 miles of bike trails and 2 miles of roads, each way. See attached map.
Start location: Valley View Park, Valley View Ln and Hillcrest. Far eastern parking lot off of Valley View
Start time: Meet at 9:15 am and wheels down at 9:30 am
Extras: Bring cash or plastic for lunch and a bike lock (we can lock the bikes together if you do not have one)
Ride leader: Chris Mathews
Weather: Current forecast is for cloudy skies and morning lows in the mid 50’s. Peachy.

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Blue Sky, Cool Temperature Gorgeous Bike Ride

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What a gorgeous day! The cool front passed through yesterday with rain and cooler temperatures. I did not bike then but today I rode the “New Caney – Tavola – Valley Ranch” route. When I got up this morning it was a chilly 48 outside but by the time I left at 11:33 AM it was 71. The wardrobe choice: shorts (2nd pair of warranty replacement Bellwether Endurance Gel), long sleeve thermal jersey and a short sleeve jersey. The bright sun felt great but in the shade it was a little cool until I warmed up. Wind was not an issue from the NW at 5 mph at the end of the ride (2:01 PM).

Riding north the front side of me was cool since it was hidden from the sun. At Community Drive and Loop 494 I caught a oversized load moving north on Loop 494. Traffic was backed up as the truck maneuvered under the low hanging traffic lights at some intersections. Once I got on 494 I followed then convoy to the I-69/US59 service road south of Roman Forest Blvd. where they moved to the freeway, slowing traffic there.

Making the turn south the wind aided me as I improved my overall average speed to 14.8 mph and overall average watts to 98 even hitting 101 at times.

I finished the ride with the temperature up to 76 and the humidity a very 37%. Cool weather will hang around with another front later this week.

With today’s ride I am 124 miles away from my 6,800 goal by the end of October.

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Texas Bicycling News Digest October 22nd 2017

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Tired of traffic? Try one of these unusual commutes instead

by Pam LeBlanc | www.mystatesman.com

Austin workers use paddleboards, mountain bikes, inline skates or their own two feet to get to work

Why sit in traffic when you can catch a workout on your commute to work?
We checked in with a quartet of Austin residents who park the car at home now and then or skip the bus and travel to work under the power of their own muscles.
We’re pretty sure they arrive at the office in a better frame of mind than those who sit in gridlock traffic on Interstate 35 or MoPac Boulevard. Plus, they don’t have to make an extra trip to the gym, because they’ve …

Let’s go for an intermediate road ride

Saturday, Oct 28, 2017, 8:00 AM

Performance Bicycle
7549 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX

8 Cycling Enthusiasts Went

Intermediate Ride:Please join us and all are welcome to our Saturday morning, 8am Intermediate ride starting and ending at our shop. We will average 16mph and ride for 90+ minutes. This is a no drop ride and the group will stay together.Please bring your helmet, water and a positive attitude.All bikes and bodies are welcome to join us on the Per…

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Let’s go for a social road ride.

Saturday, Oct 28, 2017, 8:00 AM

Performance Bicycle
4750 Fm 1960 Rd W Houston, TX

2 Bicycle Enthusiasts Went

Social Ride: If you’re hesitant to join a riding group, this is the ride for you! In the beginner group, there is NEVER pressure to ride longer or faster. Our knowledgeable ride leaders will help you navigate through the turns and answer any cycling questions you may have. All types of bodies and bicycles are welcome!Please bring your helmet, wate…

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Saturday Upper Valley Vuelta Group B

Saturday, Oct 28, 2017, 8:15 AM

River Run Plaza
1071 Country Club Rd El Paso, TX

3 Cyclists Went

• Distance:  25-30 miles• Roll Out: 8:30 am• Pace: 14-17 mph• Details:    This ride will take you through the upper valley winding around most likely stopping at the Anthony Country Club for a short rest break.  Use the restroom, get a coffee, fill up your water bottles.  We will return to start via a slightly different route.•  This is a weekl…

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A Sneak Peek of the Shoal Creek / Hike & Bike Trail Connector [PICS]

Austin On A Bike | medium.com


The new central library in Austin is set to finally open next week, as is the path that takes pedestrians and cyclists under Cesar Chavez and connects to the old train bridge over Shoal Creek from West to Rio Grande. The trail has been closed in this section for years now and is set to open with the library next week. We got to go take a closer look today, so I wanted to share some pics. Here it is, close up: …

Cold front brings brief but heavy rain; sunshine, milder temps ahead

By Mary Huber | www.mystatesman.com


Bicycle riders participating in the 2017 Livestrong Challenge negotiate rain slick roads through downtown Austin on Sunday as early thunderstorms made conditions slippery. The riders from around the country chose 20-, 45-, 65- or 100-mile bike rides to raise money to reach the fundraising goal of $1 million to benefit the Cancer Institutes of the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas. After the ride, participants enjoyed local food and beer, music and vendors. RALPH BARRERA /AMERICAN-STATESMAN …

Clear, cool weather allows thousands to roll through Broadway at Síclovía

By Jasper Scherer | www.mysanantonio.com


Some bikers sped down Broadway wearing skin-tight cycling jerseys and black compression shorts, their faces and bodies damp with sweat. Others leisurely pedaled as their collared shirts and cargo pants rippled with the breeze.
On some bikes, corgis, terriers and other small dogs rode in mesh baskets as their owners chauffeured them down the San Antonio thoroughfare.
An estimated …

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Texas Bicycling News Digest October 21st 2017

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Cycling should be encouraged

By Tristan Hienen | www.dailytexanonline.com


The Texan’s 10/12 piece “Cyclists Don’t Often Follow Rules of Road” misstates rules of the road. Despite certain UTPD officer’s progressive stance to allow cyclists to roll through intersections on their turn, Officer Moore critically misstates the Texas Transportation Code Ann. §551.103.
Bicycle riders are encouraged to take the …

Video: BMX racing is rad and totally back from the ’80s

Article by David Allan | www.cnn.com


DeSoto, Texas (CNN)The 1980s are alive and well in the heartland of America. BMX. Three letters that evoke — for anyone Generation X and older — a cultural Trapper Keeper of desirable possessions including Nike Air, Atari, Walkmans, Vans, MTV and of course that conduit of childhood freedom and rebellion, the Bicycle Motorcross. …

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