Texas Bicycling News June 24th 2017

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Central Texas BMXers ride to celebrate

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From novices to national competitors – everyone hit the track Friday night in Pflugerville to help a sport grow.
BMX riders of all levels met at Central Texas BMX for a Olympic Day, a celebration of the sport’s recognition in the Olympics. …

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Abilene 10-year-old bikes 561 miles across Kansas

by Laressa Nordgren | www.abilene-rc.com


When the 2017 Biking Across Kansas rolled through town with more than 800 bikers last Wednesday, June 14, a very special rider was pedaling solidly near the front.
Kiah Nordgren, 10, of Abilene, riding a road bicycle this year for the first time, set her sights on riding the entire 561-mile route through Kansas beginning at the Colorado state line near Tribune and ending at the Missouri state line at Leavenworth.
Kiah is the oldest daughter of Kjell and Laressa Nordgren, of Abilene, and is involved in a number of local …

Upper Valley cyclist hit by car is advocating for rider safety

by Ryan Hill | kfoxtv.com

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — Brian Metzger says he’s never really faced any danger behind the handlebars on country club road.
But the script was flipped on his normal morning ride.
“Went for a typical ride. I got about 10 miles in. Unfortunately, somebody got a little impatient,” Metzger said.
“I got clipped at …

Recumbent Rally Ride and Demo on July 14

by Lea Emerson | eparisextra.com

East Street Recumbents from Austin, TX will be in Paris the day before the Tour de Paris Bicycle Rally.
They’ll be bringing a van full of trikes to our city at the invitation of new riding club founder, Susan Barackman, of The Eiffel Benders, a recumbent riding club.
You can come out for a …

Miles to go before he sleeps: Texas’ top fundraiser biking 1k miles in June for fundraiser

Garrett Cook | starlocalmedia.com


In 2010, Bernie Gessner was at a friend’s house helping him lay down sod in his backyard when he saw an old steel-frame Schwinn that his buddy planned to throw away. Gessner’s boss at the time was a cyclist and had piqued his interest in it.
Like most kids, Gessner was into his bike as a child, but as an adult, his time was limited to working and raising a family. But the kids were getting older and he had more opportunities to pursue his …

Corpus Christi bike-rental named best in U.S.

By JoAnna Kopp | www.101corpuschristi.com


At less than a year old, Bike Corpus Christi is already regarded as the best in the country. The bicycle-rental program, which started in October 2016, is a favorite of tourists and locals alike, encouraging people to get active and explore downtown Corpus Christi on wheels.
Borrowing a bike is easy: simply download the Zagster app on a smart phone and follow the …

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Welcome to Austin Cycling Meetup, your friendly neighborhood “low key” recreational cycling group!Austin Cycling Meetup group is not a hard core anything. We’re a little bit …

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Bicyclist struck by truck taken to hospital

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HARLINGEN — Police are investigating an early morning accident which landed a bicyclist in the hospital.
At approximately 5:53 a.m. yesterday, officers responded to the 1200 block of West Harrison Avenue in reference to a collision involving a truck and a …

Weekend Rides – RR Donut Smash & Thunderbird Coffee

Brad Weaver | steinerranchcycling.com

Hopefully, Saturday’s rain will hold off in the morning as I picked a route where there can be a few points to turn back along the 56 miles. Route is here: https://www.strava.com/routes/6601181 . After the ride, we refuel at Lakeside for some discounted food and beer!
Sunday we will mix it up and …

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Sensors Working, Dog Chasing Bike Ride

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Yesterday was a rest day while the remnants of Tropical Storm Cindy left town. We didn’t get much rain (less than 1/2″) so I ran some errands and fixed the Wahoo Speed sensors for both the Stradalli and Blue Norcross. I exchanged a couple of emails with Wahoo Fitness support and they suggested putting the battery in opposite of the usual way for five seconds. I did that and the blue light started flashing from the sensors and I paired them with my Elemnt computer. Back in business with the speed sensors.

The PowerPod not responding was another issue. Connecting the PowerPod to the Isaac desktop software program it seemed to work. I updated the profile and then tried pairing it with the Elemnt. Pairing went smoothly as far as the Elemnt recognizing the power sensor.

Leaving home at 10:53 this morning riding the “New Caney – Gene Campbell Road” route the speed sensor worked correctly but the PowerPod just showed “0” as connected but not wanting to report any power reading. I pushed the start button a couple of times and it went into the setup mode of counting up to 100 as I rode. After reaching 100 it flashed 21, 200 watts and then started to display real power readings for the rest of the ride. The only issue was when I stopped at the Valero station on FM 1314 and Sorters Road for about 20 minutes and started riding the PowerPod needed to restart and I pushed the start button to wake it up. From the PowerPod again sent watts to the Elemnt computer. I am going to see if I can change the “sleep” setting to a longer time period.

A short dog chase surprised me as I biked through Woodridge Forest on Quiet Ledge Drive. A Culligan truck (remember the “Hey, Culligan man” commercials?) was parked on the left side of the street and as I rode between it and a parked car on the right a dog darted out from a driveway growling and chasing me. The chase came to an abrupt end when someone yelled from the driveway and the dog stopped, I didn’t waste any time leaving the spot. This was the first time for a dog chase in Woodridge Forest.

After the tropical storm the weather is heating up. At the start it was 91 and by the 1:56 pm finish it was 98. The south 10 mph wind wasn’t a problem during the ride.

The bike ride went smoothly along the rest of the route. The few 18 wheeler trucks passing me on Gene Campbell Blvd. gave me a wide berth as they usually do and the rest of the traffic is light. Cycling SE on FM 1314 put the wind to my right front quarter requiring more effort when I rode out in the open.

Scattered rain in the Saturday forecast may cause a problem but I want to ride early to avoid it.

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Trials Pro Jeff Lenosky Helps You Clean The Toughest Trail in Texas

By Jeff Lenosky | www.mtbproject.com


The MTB Project database is full of black and double black diamond trails… Nearly 7,000 to be exact.
This got me thinking about the sections of “unrideable” trail I hear lore of every time I visit a new location. Maybe there are a handful of locals who can clean these burly …

Cedar Hill Mayor Rob Franke Elected Chair of Regional Transportation Council

By Jo Ann Holt | www.focusdailynews.com


CEDAR HILL—Mayor Rob Franke was recently took the helm of the Regional Transportation Council (RTC). The governing body comprised of 44 members decides policy for the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Tarrant County Commissioner Gary Fickes serves as vice chair and Denton County Commissioner Andy Eads is secretary. …

… The RTC oversees transportation planning for twelve counties within the Dallas-Fort Worth region. RTC guides development of roadway, rail and bicycle-pedestrian plans and …

Circle C? Maybe, but first we do COVERED BRIDGE HILL!! 8:00 AM

Sunday, Jul 2, 2017, 8:00 AM

Dick Nichols District Park
8011 Beckett Rd, Austin, TX 78749 Austin, TX

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We will meet before 8:00 AM, wheels down 8:00 AM, at Dick Nichols Park for about two hours of casual rambling around SW Austin. Gary knows the area like the back of his hand.

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8 AM start: Tour de Southern Walnut Creek Trail

Tuesday, Jun 27, 2017, 8:00 AM

Govalle Park
5200 Bolm Rd. Austin, TX

1 Austin Cyclists Went

We’re riding out at 8 AM for summer coolness.A moderate C-pace ride (roughly 11 to 14 mph) on The Southern Walnut Creek Trail from the trailhead at Govalle Park to the Abrupt End and return. Round trip is about 20 miles. The trail is paved for the entire distance, with a 1/2 mile hill on the outbound. We’ll regroup at the top of the hill on the ou…

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DB Lite 6-24-17, 7:00am, 52 miles to McKinney (or Bust)

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I’m posting this Thursday morning, and the weather outlook is very iffy. Please check Saturday morning for updates on the route (might be a rain route) or cancellation (by 6am Saturday), or whether it will be a parking lot decision.
As of now, I’ll be hopeful and say we’re going to McKinney, and returning with a slightly different route since Old Stacy Rd is closed at Stacy/Prescott intersection.
WEATHER: (Updated Friday 1:30pm)
The weather forecast says it will be 71°F at 7am and 78°F at 11am. Winds are predicted to be from the NE at 9mph. We’ll have mostly cloudy skies with >50% chance for rain. Here’s a link to the National Weather Service .
ROUTE (click here)
GO YOUR OWN PACE ZONE–WE WILL WAIT AT REGROUP POINT:[/b]
Rollins Dr – At mile 46.7, we single up and go our on pace up the hill. Pass on the left and call out “ON YOUR LEFT” as you do. Turn left onto Longwood Dr and regroup on the right just before Hedgcoxe. You can choose to stretch your legs or to take it at an easier pace–we will wait at the regroup point until everyone is ready.
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New patrol program offers protection for trail patrons

By Jen Phillips | www.kxii.com

PARIS, Texas (KXII) — Every day of the week, people use the Trail de Paris to jog, ride their bike, to walk their dogs or play with their kids.
It’s popularity is growing.
Paris Police Chief Bob Hundley says with the recent expansion of the trail throughout northeast Texas, the department is recruiting citizens to help.
“We’ll have extra eyes on the patrol, on the trail,” said Hundley. “And we’re going to have extra people who can see …

Midland police officer brings home gold medal for cycling in Texas Police Games

By Roxana Rubio | www.telemundoamarillo.com


MIDLAND, TX (KWES) – A Midland police officer just made his way back to Permian Basin after competing in the Texas police games. He didn’t come home empty handed, he won first and second place in several categories.
Officer John Kerrigan has served the Midland Police Department (MPD) for about 23 years and he has a hobby he’s pretty good at.
Last week Kerrigan went to the Texas Police Games, he competed in two different cycling races in his age group. The first race was …

ARR Trail Crew – Walnut & Watermelon Workday

Monday, Jun 26, 2017, 6:30 PM

Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
12138 North Lamar Boulevard Austin, TX

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Meet at the pool lot picnic tables.  After a two hour Trail Crew session, we will have some ice cold watermelon!We will be planting native trees and plants in one of the restoration areas near the Pool Flow trail and the concrete trail in cooperation with Keep Walnut Creek Wild and Keep Austin Beautiful.   If you are not allergic to poison ivy, we…

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