Austin Cyclocross Cup

Fun day at our @ATXCXCup CX7s. #CrossisBoss #ATXCXisCute — at Decker Lake.

Best race of the day just started at CX7s, the U10 Boys & Girls. #ActiveKids #HealthyKids #FutureofTXCyclocross #AustinJuniorCyclocross Texas Cyclocross Project Bicycle World High Five Events — at Decker Lake.

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Eastbound from California

By Kevin OLeary        www.crazyguyonabike.com

Day 20: San Elizario to Fort Hancock, TX
Friday October 23, 2015, 37 miles (60 km) – Total so far: 909 miles (1,463 km)
Posted via email Sat Oct 24 19:57:02 2015 PDT
I had a great breakfast this morning to start my day: tamales, flautas, rice, and coffee. Then I and my warmshowers host David cycled a short distance into San Elizario. After telling me about the main sites of the historic downtown area David cycled off to keep an appointment and I walked around the area. …

Day 21: Fort Hancock to Van Horn, TX
Saturday October 24, 2015, 66 miles (106 km) – Total so far: 975 miles (1,569 km)
Posted via email Sat Oct 24 21:08:01 2015 PDT
I slept well at the Community Church; when I first got up I saw a coyote outside which was a surprise. After my standard breakfast of cold cereal I got on the road at my regular time.
The weather was cool and the cycling was good because it was a Saturday and there was little traffic on Hwy 20. When I cam to McNary I decided to just get onto I-10 because I was going to end up there anyway and I could save a few miles by cycling on it now. …

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No Path is Safe at Brushy Creek Regional Trail – Oct. 24th, 2015

from Coover Caramels

With heaving rain canceling CX racing, the training must continue. A documentation of what happens when 6 inches of rain falls onto my training grounds. Flyin’ Ryan, also known as “Candy/Smile Maker” of Coover Caramels helps others on this day and has an adventure of a lifetime.

Eastbound from California

By Kevin OLeary        www.crazyguyonabike.com

Day 22: Van Horn, TX
Sunday October 25, 2015
I needed a day of rest. Plus there were some chores I wanted to address — updating my netbook’s OS and cleaning the remnants of mud off my bike and panniers — and so I chose to stay in Van Horn an extra day.
Van Horn has a single street (Broadway) over a mile long that has virtually all the …

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Texas Bicycling Tweets

There was so much water to rinse off so much mud. 📷Colin Zelt #htxcx #kolopromo #sugarcycles… https://t.co/WKL1AAyVcM

— Jeff C. (@331miles) October 26, 2015

https://twitter.com/danielcurtin/status/658467221170225152

Six days until #ATXBikeFest! https://t.co/N507G47XiT pic.twitter.com/dRcq8ptVJ9

— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) October 25, 2015

Great to see so many folks riding today and enjoying the EP Cyclists Fall Cookout. Thanks to all for… https://t.co/6tq4J6mvQf

— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) October 25, 2015

Kids cross racing, awesome.
Saw a lot of friends out there. Y'all did great.#mudpit #cxracing #mud… https://t.co/pfYAosgSF8

— Streamline Cycles (@Streamlinecycle) October 25, 2015

#TURNAROUNDDONTDROWN @ White Oak Conference Center https://t.co/9H8dueauNa

— Allen Kuo (@kuotient) October 25, 2015

Mixed Messages…
No thru traffic for?
Bikes, share the road?
Sharrow to security gate, only drivers access to?
Hmmm pic.twitter.com/fhUk49kltR

— Bike Hombre – STREETS ARE FOR PEOPLE (@sbwhite) October 25, 2015

@Siclovia photos are here! Check out the #Siclovia Flikr album for awesome event photos! https://t.co/vrF4dsoLst pic.twitter.com/Xom5moF0hO

— Síclovía (@Siclovia) October 25, 2015

So, so much harder than it looks. #sugarcycles #kolopromo #hurricanepatricia #htxcx @ White Oak… https://t.co/Vl6WEFGZA1

— Jeff C. (@331miles) October 25, 2015

Course being diverted from some ridiculously long muddy sections that nobody can ride. #htxcx… https://t.co/8i3Rqo2uMu

— Jeff C. (@331miles) October 25, 2015

Cat 4/5 7th out of 40 in the first real (muddy) cross race of the season. Getting better! #htxcx… https://t.co/kxdDkb9fIM

— Jeff C. (@331miles) October 25, 2015

Feeling good about the decision to Postpone the Moonlight Ramble to Nov. 7th. Be safe out there today. https://t.co/JYQ59zX9XB

— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 25, 2015

Your 2015 #NCOM No Country For Old Men 383 Mile winner, @andaroowillis #ultralife… https://t.co/QggUo0gVWP

— Driveway Series (@DrivewaySeries) October 25, 2015

Join Bernie in his Quest! Online Registration for Tour de Gruene Tours & Time Trials ends this Tuesday, October 27th pic.twitter.com/iPGwUMz4p5

— Tour de Gruene (@TourdeGruene) October 25, 2015

New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event Bicycle Safety Course – Houston, TX https://t.co/LCDF2YsKRB

Nervous about biking in town? Come to a b… https://t.co/Ysy6eM1daQ

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 26, 2015

Texas Bicycling Event Reminders

2 Day Alert: Critical Mass – BikeHouston Outreach, Oct 27, 2015 06:00PM – Market Square(CST) https://t.co/wgqinow9n6

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 25, 2015

2 Day Alert: Big Steamer – Corinth, TX, Oct 27, 2015 06:15PM – NCTC Parking Lot(CST) https://t.co/RhcXt6sSwW

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 25, 2015

2 Day Alert: Buck'n Cross Really Hard Eight – Fort Worth, TX, Oct 27, 2015 06:30PM – 3600 Sansom Park Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76106, USA(CST)

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 25, 2015

Bike Around the Bay 2015

by JONxBLAZE

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These Bluetooth lights turn your bike wheels into turn signals

by Nick Summers        www.engadget.com

Safety lights are one of the most important pieces of bicycle equipment, especially if you ride at night or in low-visibility weather conditions. Most look the same — a large, forward-facing beam under your handlebars and a slim row of red LEDs under the saddle. But Revolights are a little different. For years now, the company has been experimenting with lights that attach directly to your wheels and, by constantly analysing your speed, illuminate at just the right moment to create two arcs of light. The new Eclipse, which it’s pitching on Indiegogo, is its most ambitious set to date. For starters, …

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Taichung report: Tire makers talk standards

by Matt Wiebe        www.bicycleretailer.com

TAICHUNG, Taiwan (BRAIN) Anyone who has had to cut a tire off a rim with a knife, take heart: bike tire makers have finally had enough too.
Tire makers Challenge, Continental, Mavic, Schwalbe and others met with the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry at Bike Week here this week to kick off a discussion about establishing meaningful standards for the way a tire and rim interface. Josh Deetz of Felloe is drafting a set of measurements he thinks will better define the tire-rim interface and then the group plans to come together, with interested rim and wheel makers, to discuss dimensions maybe during the Taipei Cycle Show next spring.
The current tire and rim standard, …

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Heights and Killeen ISD discuss growth

By Lauren Dodd | Herald staff writer        kdhnews.com

City of Harker Heights and Killeen Independent School District officials met Monday evening for a joint workshop meeting to discuss infrastructure and provide updates on areas in which both entities work together.
“It really does take a village to raise these children, and we appreciate KISD for being a part of that, Harker Heights Library Director Lisa Youngblood said. …

… What we are doing is a truly multi-modal plan utilizing every mode of transportation in the city, Molis said. We are looking at biking, not just as a form of transportation but also a form of recreation. We are planning to create adventure trails, where a hiker or BMX biker would take these trails as they …

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Mountain biking research project survey

by Jessums7        www.reddit.com/r/MTB

Hey r/MTB, I am working on a senior research thesis about mountain biking culture. I want to learn/analyze what the reasons people go mountain biking are, and get a sense of what the experience of going mountain biking is. I can’t say too much more about it here because doing so would add bias to the data.
To collect data for the project I have created this short survey and I would really appreciate it if you filled it out. {https://denison.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_exhQGMltJ89aQiV](https://denison.co1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_exhQGMltJ89aQiV)
The survey is completely anonymous. If you are interested in learning the results of my research, or a more detailed explanation of what my hypothesis is, my email is provided in the introduction of the survey.
This project not only fulfills my last major requirement for my diploma, but I am also going to try and get it published in an academic journal. I am an avid mountain biker myself and am grateful for any help the mountain biking community gives me with this. …

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EDITORIAL: Troubling RGV road trend threatens cyclist safety

THE MONITOR EDITORIAL BOARD        www.themonitor.com

This week’s launch by the City of McAllen of its low-cost bike sharing program is a terrific idea. The only problem is that given the recurring number of accidents involving bicyclists here, our roads don’t appear safe for cyclists right now.
It’s terribly discouraging for those of us who want to exercise on two wheels, or get around town via a less pollutive method, that we are risking our lives to cycle here. This is because motorists either are not courteous, don’t know the rules of the road and/or are driving distracted, which includes texting, talking on …

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CANCELLED (RAIN) Fredericksburg Fall Foliage Frolic

Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club        www.hcbtc.com

October 24 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fredericksburg Fall Frolic, Oct 24, Fredericksburg. Ride starts at 8:00 am. This will be a unsupported ride, open to everyone who wants to enjoy a great ride of 25, 40, or 60 miles through the beautiful Hill Country of Texas. After the ride, lunch …

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Sweatin’ Burnt Orange Bike Tour

Texas Cycling        www.facebook.com

Texas Cycling Supporters –
Out of an abundance of caution and hours of thoughtful consideration Texas Cycling has decided to cancel this year’s Sweatin’ Burnt Orange Bike Tour. This event is a student-run initiative and the safety of our volunteers and the riders is our priority. The SBOBT team prepares for Sunday’s event by marking the course and prepping the rest areas during the …

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Dallas Bicycle Coalition December Meeting

www.facebook.com

Wednesday, December 2 at 6:00pm – 7:30pm in CST
City of Dallas – City Hall
1500 Marilla St, Dallas, Texas 75201

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Wind In My Wheels- A Journey Across America

By Richard Ostrowski        www.crazyguyonabike.com

Rain Rain Go Away Come Again Another Day: Kountze to Kirbyville
Friday October 23, 2015
Well we couldn’t avoid the rain today. We cycled in a light to medium rain throughout todays ride from Kountze to Kirbyville Texas. We rode a distance of 41 miles and I had an average speed of 12.2 mph. This may be my highest average which only occurred because it was a very flat route.
I had a light breakfast of cereal, waffle and a cup of coffee at the Super 8. After about 12 miles I had my second breakfast at McDonalds in the town of Silsbee.
We cycled today thru and beyond an area called the Big Thicket. Its a large forested area about 100 miles long and 50 miles wide. It has areas so thick and brushy with undergrowth its known to be impenetrable jungle. The Thicket has served in the past as a handy hiding place for outlaws and smugglers. During the Civil War, the Thicket became a …

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10/24 & 10/25… suck

by Thomas        steinerranchcycling.com

Tomorrow there won’t be a club ride. Armadillo Hill Country Classic is also canceled. This is a great time to try out Zwift before it goes to $10/month on the 29th!
Sunday is probably not going to happen either, but keep an eye out to our SRC media outlets. Or if …

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Eastbound from California

By Kevin OLeary        www.crazyguyonabike.com

Day 19: Las Cruces to San Elizario, TX
Thursday October 22, 2015, 73 miles (117 km) – Total so far: 872 miles (1,403 km)
My warmshowers hosts made a wonderful breakfast this morning; I had steel cut oats, granola, yogurt, and toast with peanut butter. The also had a couple of cups of excellent coffee. It was a great way to start the day.
I needed to stop at a grocery store to get some food for the day and the 3 of us mounted our bicycles and headed for SaveMart. When we got there I was informed that Walmart had a better selection and was just a short distance away so we cycled there. It rained last night and after all the rain Las Cruces has had recently some of …

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CANCELED: Rock Stacker Challenge Oct 24

Permian Basin Bicycle Association        www.pbbatx.com

This event was canceled.  Much of the park is under water.
The Rock Stacker Challenge Mountain Bike Time Trial Race is Saturday, October 24

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Tweets About Texas Bicycling

Fall…in love with cycling! Left San Antonio rains behind for North Carolina's Fall color. #brillant… https://t.co/ZeuCSjRRbS

— Glen Olsen (@olsenphoto) October 24, 2015

Cyclocross racing in the rain is not for the faint of heart. Nice job, @daltwalt_ !! #crossisboss #Cyclocross pic.twitter.com/ym0MUx2VRI

— Jesuit Cycling (@JesuitCycling) October 24, 2015

SATURDAY RIDE: The Fall Epic is tentatively set for Sunday with the likely possibility that it will happen Sunday… https://t.co/62UOvTWhDr

— Bat City Cycling (@batcity) October 23, 2015

https://twitter.com/EPMPO/status/657589653613113344

WINE RIDE CANCELED. More details here: https://t.co/ebEgpC1r8x pic.twitter.com/6ULwz4fCEz

— Bike Barn (@BikeBarnTX) October 23, 2015

Check out this free ride taking place on 10/25 as part of Better Streets Week ATX! https://t.co/5u9zwwIrZ6

— Movability (@Movability) October 23, 2015

Want to learn how to make small repairs on your bike? Follow this series from Local Hub Bicycle Company …. https://t.co/a2VcDmlQ7o

— Bike Friendly Cedars (@BikeCedars) October 23, 2015

#ATXWeather: We are sad to announce that due to flooded roads in Bertram and Burnet we are postponing the ride to 2016. #HurricanePatricia

— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 23, 2015

https://twitter.com/COABikeProgram/status/657607642815307776

From @txcxsynd: due to heavy rains DO NOT RIDE the Woodcreek Church course until next week's race (10/29). pic.twitter.com/TciwJNORFH

— Richardson Bike Mart (@RichBikeMart) October 23, 2015

Ways To Build Hill Biking Endurance In South Padre Island 78597 Texas – https://t.co/MFmXxU78aH pic.twitter.com/0uVSSJaJ04

— Sade Seabron (@Sade_Seabron) October 20, 2015

Ramble is POSTPONED to  NOV 7th – https://t.co/t96CvxgdJD

— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 23, 2015

CX7s course coming together. #ForTheLoveofMud Austin Cyclocross Cup High Five Events Bicycle World https://t.co/yAX1ZXA9k8

— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 23, 2015

The 5th annual Reveille Peak 100 Mountain Bike Race is just a month away! Rain or shine, hot or cold, the race… https://t.co/lzgs776dA2

— Reveille Peak Ranch (@RPRTexas) October 23, 2015

New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event Texas Bicycle and Beer Expo – Dallas, TX https://t.co/x0GVQY2dZF

Friday, October 30th
8:00 PM
Expositi… https://t.co/fksFmH0bW7

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 24, 2015

Texas Bicycling Event Reminders

2 Day Alert: BikeHouston's Moonlight Bicycle Ramble – Houston, TX, Oct 24, 2015 11:50PM – Chenevert and Polk, Houston, TX(CST) http://zp

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: CX7s Austin Cyclocross Festival – Austin, TX, Oct 25, 2015 09:00AM – 6614 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX 78724, USA(CST) http://

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: Sunday Roll – Spr/Sum – Dallas, TX, Oct 25, 2015 09:00AM – NE Corner Preston and Royal – 6011 Royal Lane Dallas, TX 75230

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: Tour of Las Cruces – Las Cruces, NM, Oct 25, 2015 09:00AM – Memorial Medical Center Annex (2450 N. Telshor, Las Cruces, NM

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: CX7s Austin Cyclocross Festival – Austin, TX, Oct 25, 2015 09:00AM – Walter E. Long Lake, Austin, TX, USA(CST) http://zpr.i

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: Riding Slow on Sunday Morning – Dallas, TX, Oct 25, 2015 10:30AM – The Lake House Bar And Grill – Northwest Hyway – Dallas

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: Tyler Grit and Glide – Tyler, TX, Oct 25, 2015 01:00PM – Lake Dr, Tyler, TX 75799, USA(CST) https://t.co/nX2dMscsMy

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015

2 Day Alert: Fall CycloCross – Amarillo, TX, Oct 25, 2015 02:00PM – 8th and Crockett, Amarillo, TX (CST) https://t.co/zO9GAIm8iI

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 23, 2015