What’s Back There? – September 27th Bike Ride

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I got back on my mountain bike today for a ride on the Kingwood Trails. Yesterday I had too many other things happening so no biking. Pushing the start button on the 510 going out of my driveway at 11:32 I rode to Northpark Drive. This would take me to the trails but as I rode I think I felt a couple of rain drops. The clouds darkened some from earlier in the morning and I thought they might be a chance of rain.

On the trails I rode to the south with my destination being close to FM1960 before turning back towards home. The route today ended up 15.82 miles, about 4 miles more than the other two rides this week. As I biked I wondered if maybe tomorrow I try my road bike. The one thing holding me back is no rear view mirror.

Searching online I found a mirror I had not seen before: the Monkey Mirrors. I watched a couple of reviews plus the installation video on the seller’s website. One of the little problems I have with rear view mirrors is getting them to stick on my helmet and not droop. The Monkey Mirror mounting appears to solve this problem. I ordered one with the Texbiker logo (vanity I think) and I hope it arrives early next week. Turning my head to check for traffic is not easy. I am spoiled using a mirror over the years.

No rain during my ride but the clouds stayed in place and the sun was behind them. The temperature decreased from yesterday staying at 86 for the ride. Amongst the trees the wind was not a factor but when I came out of them the east 13.8 mph wind slowed me down some.

Biking helps my left leg but my sit bone area is still sore so I need to remind myself to stand up when a bump comes along.

Links to Garmin Connect and RideWithGPS.com.

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Texas Bicycling Daily News Roundup September 26th

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Reveille Peak Ride Pics – 9-22-13
www.austinbike.com

After all of the rain that we had this past week, it was amazing how well the trails held up. We missed the San Antonio crew who headed out just minutes before we got there.  But we had fun nonetheless and the ride was punctuated by a phenomenal sidewall rip that caused me to have to perform a trail side surgery and then mount a hasty retreat back home.
Everyone else continued on and had a good time on the trails while I…

San Anto’s West Side Mural Bike Tour Rolls October 12
By Jack Morgan

The San Anto Cultural Arts Center is encouraging San Antonians to get out of their cars and onto their bikes for a ride of discovery. Public Art Program Manager John Medina wants you to show up at San Anto with your bike, your energy, and a little curiosity. If you do, he’ll take you on a tour of significant West Side murals.
“Usually we start around 10 o’clock in the morning,” Medina says. “If you need air in your tires we help you with that. And then we have a…

24 Hour Hike And Bike Access Gets Reprieve
KEYE TV
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The Austin Hike and Bike trails will stay open 24 hours, at least for now.

City Council postponed the decision to reinstate the curfew Thursday citing too many unanswered questions.

As of Oct. 1 the $1.05 million overtime budget to police the trails overnight will end. Despite the shortfall, Chief Art Acevedo plans to find resources elsewhere.

“We will adjust accordingly as this decision continues to evolve. Just as we do with everything else we are…

October ARR Club Ride with Ride Like A Girl @ Pace Bend
The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup Group
Saturday, October 12, 2013        9:00 AM
Pace Bend Park
2011 Pace Bend Rd N, Spicewood, TX (map)
We will set up at the picnic area north of the East Trail Head on Grisham Trail, just past Bathroom #11
Summer is leaving Central Texas and it’s time for the ARR/RLAG October outing, this month we are back at Pace Bend Park.

All are welcome, riders will break into groups based on skill level: beginner, intermediate, advanced; length of ride; and pace: fast vs. casual. This is a No Drop ride so no one gets left behind or lost, we…

Grace Creek Trail Work Day
Longview Bike Club
When: Saturday, October 12th, 2013
Where: Grace Creek Mountain Bike Trail

We will be having a trail work day at the Grace Creek MTB trail on Saturday October 12th from 9am – noon.  We will work about 3 hours and then have a cookout.  Food and drinks are provided to all volunteers – in addition there were will be random prizes given away to volunteers.  Please RSVP below if you are coming so we…

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Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for September 25th

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Fort Worth Mountain Bikers’ Association
The October club meeting of the Fort Worth Mountain Bikers’ Association will take place at Backwoods (2727 W7th Street, Fort Worth, Texas 817-332-2423) on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at 7:00pm. Meet upstairs at 7:00pm.

Topics of discussion will be. . . .
– Planning for Biketoberfest at Martin House Brewery, Saturday, October 5, 2013.
– 2013-2014 Workfest schedules

What is TXMTB?
by Shawn McAfee            www.texasmountainbiketrails.com

I’ve spent the last few months really thinking about the brand behind Texas Mountain Bike Trails.
What do I want it to be.
What direction do I want the website to take.
What do my races stand for and what is their purpose.
But most importantly to me.
How do I want to impact the lives of readers (and locals) with what I provide.
And despite spending months of time thinking about it I still don’t know exactly the right answer.
But, I do have a better idea and I know that at it’s core the brand revolves around the three E’s of XC.
The Three E’s of XC
What is TXMTBThe three E’s is something that has kind of grown on me while thinking about this question and it stands for the three things I hope to provide. …

Wish 100 cycling event returns to downtown McKinney on Oct. 5
Staff report        www.scntx.com
The city of McKinney, in partnership with Make-A-Wish North Texas, McKinney Velo Club and Matrix Cycling Club announced the fifth annual Wish 100 cycling event will take place Oct. 5 in downtown McKinney.
The 60-mile ride through McKinney and surrounding Collin County cities will raise funds for wishes of children battling life-threatening medical conditions. There are three planned ride distances: 62 miles, 42 miles and 12 miles. Cyclists can register at makeawishtx.org or at three locations from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 2 through Oct. 3: McKinney Performing Arts Center (111 N. Tennessee St. in McKinney), Richardson Bike Mart in Richardson, and Bike Mart in Frisco.
“We are proud to once again partner with…

VC on the Podium! Laura Sato, on top of the podium at Chappel Hill.
The Violet Crown Sports Association

 

Fort Davis Cyclefest
Pedal Pushers

It rained again this year but was only cloudy on Saturday. However, I didn’t want to go to the staging area at the Prude Ranch and park and walk around in the mud. So Christine and I started from the Limpia Hotel where we were staying. Not too far out of town the scenery begins. Ergo, the 75 mile Fort Davis Scenic Loop. …

Bicycle Ride And Seek – Photo Scavenger Hunt 2013
Bike Friendly Richardson

Get ready to explore your neighborhood and win prizes!
DETAILS ARE COMING SOON!!

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Where Was My Brain? – September 25th Bike Ride

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Yesterday I wondered why I had to ride in a very small rear gear. I pedaled at a high cadence and the speed just wouldn’t get past 12 or 13 mph. Today I had the same problem but my brain kicked in and I looked down at the crank to see I was in the granny gear. Shifting up to the middle ring brought the speed I was looking for. It was probably good yesterday to pedal the small ring because I was just getting back on the bike. I don’t remember changing the gear so I never thought to check it.

Fall arrived Sunday but the temperature has not let up. Yesterday the temperature equaled the record high and today when I got back home my weather station reported 95.9 degrees and later I noticed 96.4. The almost cloudless sky allowed the sun to keep the trails hot even with the shade. I applied sunscreen before riding and glad of it. When I got up this morning my weather station showed 69 degrees.

Riding my mountain bike on the Kingwood trails felt great and the higher gearing required more effort. My left leg’s hematoma appears to be getting smaller. More physical therapy tomorrow afternoon. 12.18 miles at a 11.2 mph average speed was much better than yesterday. I remembered to tap the lap button on the Edge 510 today. I am stilling trying to figure out changing screens on the 510. I swiped the main screen and the second one came up but it took many swipes to get back to the home screen.

I have several things on my schedule tomorrow so I am not sure if I will get to ride.

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