Inside Texas Bicycling July 4th 2016

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Austin’s first bike-related fatality of 2016 called ‘freak accident’

Jenni Lee, KVUE

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AUSTIN – A 19-year-old’s death in southeast Austin on Saturday is the first bicycle-related fatality in Austin in 2016, a Public Safety Commission member told KVUE.
“The chains came off his bike and went into his tires, tire got stuck and threw him off… It’s a freak accident, maybe one in a …

Riding Route 66: Rolling into Texas for some Elvis pie

By David Freeze

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Editor’s note: Rowan County resident David Freeze is off on his latest summertime cycling adventure. This time, he’s riding the famed Route 66 from California to Chicago.
My string of good choices on motels is bound to run out soon, but the Historic Route 66 Motel in Tucumcari, N.M.,was another positive. Thanks to Cathy Fulton for being a great hostess. I hit the road this morning not sure how far to ride today and planned to let things develop on their own. …

Friday Fun At Brushy Creek :: Deception Trail

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Stories to inspire you to get out, enjoy

By Alana Norris

www.vicksburgpost.com

The wind in your hair, the sun blazing down, legs pumping hard— bike riding may be seen to some as a child’s game but I’ve noticed many adults still revel in this activity.
Here in Vicksburg we have the Vicksburg National Military Park that gives riders rolling hills to travel up and down through shade trees, open fields of grass, monuments as far as the eye can see and a cemetery or two. I personally have not taken to the park on a bike yet because I don’t have a bike here, but I intend to some day challenge myself on the rigorous terrain.
My father got into bike riding about six years ago and brought me in on his newfound hobby not long after. Fortunately there are plenty of picturesque trails were my parents live too, and we would take …

MTB San Antonio (Mountain Biking)

San Antonio, TX
1,364 Mountain Bikers

My name is Erik, I’ve been mountain biking for about 6 years. I enjoy the trails and enjoy riding in a group. I have a all black Specialized Rockhopper and a black helmet. Thi…

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MTB San Antonio – Sunday morning OP MTB ride

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SwAus- Southwest Cycle Sport Saturday Mountain Bike Ride

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July 23, 2016
Saturday 9:00 AM (on various days)
Southwest Cycle Sport
11805 Bee Cave Road
Austin, Texas 78733
This Southwest Cycle Sport sponsored mountain bike ride leaves from the shop and is a 10-12 mile ride at a moderate pace.
For more info, call (512) 263-5107 or visit http://www.southwestcyclesport.com/ride-board.html

On-Street Bicycle Treatment Project

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Bid Date & Time: 07/28/16 2:00 PM
Prebid: 07/12/16 10:00 AM
Solicitation Title: On-Street Bicycle Treatment Project
Owner Solic Number: 16-48CC, GR1412, STP 2014 (149) TE
Status: bidding Report: 7144712
Country : United States State: TX County: Collin Location: McKinney
Scope: Installation of approx. 500 bicycle sign assemblies throughout the city including some minor on-street pavement marking installations. Notes: A pre-bid meeting will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2016 in the office of the Purchasing Department, 1550-D South College, McKinney, Texas 75069. Nick Ataie, P.E. may be reached with general questions at 972-547-7637.
Plans: From the City of McKinney Development Services, 221 N. Tennessee St., McKinney, TX 75069, $150.00 per set, non-refundable. Phone:
972-547-7400, Fax: 972-547-2605. See outside link and attached file.
Please note that attached file is for viewing purpose only.
Outside Link: http://www.civcastusa.com/projectdetails.aspx?projectID=8850
Bond: 5% bid bond
Owner Type: Public …

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Inside Texas Bicycling July 3rd 2016

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Rocky Hill Ranch Work Day on 7/16!

Saturday, Jul 16, 2016, 8:00 AM

Rocky Hill Ranch
Rocky Hill Ranch Smithville, TX

6 Mountain Bikers Went

I am getting the word out before all the details are firm. Rocky Hill Ranch trails got pounded by the floods. We need volunteers for July 16th to help get the trails open again. There is lots of work to be done. Actual work depends on how many volunteers. Fill holes, move dirt, trim branches, trail reroutes, etc are all needed. More details to com…

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Matt Nordstrom Ö ATX Heat

By Drew Hosselton

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Nine minutes of straight fire from Matt Nordstrom and a whole list of high ranking Austin shredders, kids are getting way too good these days.
Ô‚ike riding in Austin Texas filmed mostly over the past year but some clips date back to 2 years ago. Featuring Matt Nordstrom, Josh Dissinger, Ben Allen, Nick Makuch, Spencer Bayles, Devin Fredlund and Austin Brunger.
Filmed by: Matt Nordstrom, Josh Dissinger and Ben Allen
Edited by: Matt Nordstrom …

Maverick Chain Gang Upcoming Rides

Maverick Chain Gang

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July 23, 2016
Pirkey Lake – West – 31.6 miles
Meet at: Cypress Valley Church, 4190 W Pinecrest Dr, Marshall, TX – 7:00
a.m.

July 30, 2016
Brad Spann – 27.3 miles
Meet at: Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 4700 Victory Dr, Marshall, TX
– 7:00 a.m.

August 6, 2016
Bailey C/O, Sue Belle Lake – 37.7 miles
Meet at: 405 W Austin St, Marshall, TX – 7:00 a.m.

Eight national titles awarded on penultimate day of Amateur Road Nationals

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Louisville, Ky. (July 2, 2016) Ö Eight more national titles were awarded on Saturday as the Amateur Road National Championships presented by Papa JohnÓ³ continued with the U23 womenÓ³ and junior road races in Cherokee Park. …

… More than 75 riders lined up for the junior menÓ³ 13-14 competition. Over the 30 kilometers, the group remained largely intact and a bunch sprint ensued at the finish. In the end, it was Eli Husted (Austin, Texas/ROL Wheels) to have the most strength at the line. He powered across the line for the gold medal ahead of …

The Racing Post July 2016 Edition

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Adventure 1

By Jazael Martinez

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Day 42: McAllen!
Wednesday May 18, 2016, 156 km (97 miles) – Total so far: 2,349 km (1,460 miles)
The night before was hell, and the rising Sun wasn’t about to let me sleep in. I also had to check on the gear which was still in various states of dryness. I wasn’t sure how long it would take to get ready so I figured I had better get started.
It took me a few more hours to finish drying the few things that didn’t dry from last night’s rain. It was almost …

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Almost 100 Degrees, “Oakhurst – Valley Ranch” Bike Ride

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It was hot when I started today’s ride (12:27) and even hotter when I finished (2:45). As I rode away from home I wondered if staying home inside with cooler air was a better idea but as I rode along my body must have adjusted some. The air moving around me and through my jersey provided some cooling and I think I started to sweat which helped a lot. Because I started late I chose the “Oakhurst – Valley Ranch” route and rode 30.53 miles. This was enough to increase July’s mileage to 105 miles. Not bad for three days into the month. I will not bike tomorrow because it is the Fourth of July; a parade, relaxing and fireworks as we celebrate the birth of our country. Throw in some hot dogs, corn on the cob and apple pie and we have the makings of an All-American Day.

The wind was not very helpful when I rode south into it. At the end of the ride I checked the airport weather to see the wind was from the south at 10 mph with 19 mph gusts. Those gusts took all of my energy as I rode south on the I-69/US59 service road from Valley Ranch Parkway to Northpark Drive. I made a stop at the Texaco station at Valley Ranch Crossing for water, ice and a banana. I didn’t eat much before leaving home and I didn’t want to bonk before I got back. After the short stop I had some energy to pedal into that tough wind. There were a few spots where the wind let up but they were not enough.

I was glad to be back home and the A/C was welcomed. Now I will catch up on stage 2 of the TdF.

Starting weather
Finishing weather

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Inside Texas Bicycling July 2nd 2016

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Joshua Phillips opens Cycology bike shop

ROY MAYNARD

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When Joshua Phillips designed his new bicycle shop, Cycology, he purposely left an opening from the shop floor to the retail space. It’s for chatting. The focus of his business is as much building community as it is building up a retail base.
“I wanted to have a cooler bike shop,” he said. “I want this business to be a community space. Sure, you can come and buy a bike, and we’ll do the regular upkeep and repairs, but this will also be a place where people …

NwAus- Austin Cycling Team North Country Ride (Road) in Austin

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July 31, 2016
Sunday 7:30 AM
Bicycle Sports Shop
517 S Lamar
Austin, Texas 78704
Weekly Sunday ride of the Austin Cycling Team. More at http://teambrainandspinecycling.com/pages/event-calendar

Aus- The Tuesday Morning Ride by Social Cycling Austin

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July 19, 2016
Tuesday 8:00 AM (on various days)
Latest new ride of Social Cycling Austin. Meets at 8am wheels down at 8:30am from a different coffee shop each week. It’s a slightly faster then social …pace ride that will often stop for breakfast after the ride. More info at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=56122823659

New Members for June 2016

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Angel Ballester
David Brault
Sharon Burns
Lauren Dean
Holly Mitchell
Steven Patrick
Donald White

This Week’s Activities

Fort Worth Bicycling Association

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The Rusty Chain Gang Ramble
Tuesday, July 5, 2016 8:00 am
Ft Worth: Christ Lutheran Church

Watermelon Waltz
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 6:00 pm
Everman: Jerry’s Place

Burleson and Beyond
Thursday, July 7, 2016 8:00 am
Burleson: Commerce Street

Rusty Chain Gang Romp
Thursday, July 7, 2016 9:00 am
Benbrook: YMCA

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