by Andrea Drusch | sanantonioreport.org

Bexar County commissioners approved $7.3 million Tuesday for a new West Side trail connection between Culebra Road Trailhead and Grissom Road Trailhead.
Collen Brownlow, an engineer at the San Antonio River Authority, said construction of the 1.7 mile Culebra Creek trail extension is expected to begin in late 2024. It’s projected to be complete by late 2026.
The paved pedestrian and cyclist trail is part of the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trails System, which now measures more than 100 miles. It’s expected …
by Iris Dimmick | sanantonioreport.org

Over the next two years, the City of San Antonio and a consulting firm it hired will be working on updating its master plan for improved bike infrastructure — which is more than a decade out of date.
On Monday, the city launched a community survey to hear from residents about what it’s like for bicyclists in San Antonio, what frustrations they have and possible solutions. …
myrgv.com

State troopers have released the identity of the bicyclist killed Sunday in what they’re investigating as a case of intoxication manslaughter, as well as images showing damage to the vehicle and its violent impact on the bicycle.
The Texas Department of Public Safety said in a news release Tuesday that 36-year-old Amilcar Gomez of Edinburg “sustained major injuries” and died at the scene of a crash around 11 p.m. Sunday. …
Author of the article: Brad Quarin | www.whitecourtstar.com

A group of cyclists taking on the journey from Austin, Texas to Anchorage, Alaska to raise funds for cancer research and support services stopped in Whitecourt on Sunday.
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The Texas 4000 cyclists were hosted by the Whitecourt Cancer Support Group (the Whitecourt Cancer and Wellness Society, including the Whitecourt Cancer Fighters). …
benhutchens | theparisnews.com

It takes a lot of help to prepare for Paris’ biggest biking day.
Saturday marks the beginning of the 39th annual Tour De Paris. Paris’ downtown square will be filled with colorful jerseys, bikes and helmets all whizzing by. Riders can take on distances of 14, 20, 24, 35, 57, 68 and 80 miles. Paul Allen, Paris Chamber President, said he expects more than 1,000 riders to participate.
Allen said one thing most of the riders notice are the volunteers and resources available at the race.
“There are so many people who come from out of town to ride in this, and one of the things they always talk about are the people …
By Travis Whitehead | myrgv.com

SAN BENITO — It’s always a journey.
Sometimes, the search for a cure for cancer can seem like an endless one, and if not for the small victories, the development of treatments, and better detection, it might seem a pointless one.
But that cause is not pointless to Angelica Montes, 22, who is bicycling across the United States with her fellow members of Texas 4,000 from The University of Texas at Austin. She knows that every life saved makes the pain of the struggle worthwhile. …
Very aggressive drivers in Cedar Valley/near Austin Zoo?
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Corey Ray | strava.com
Turbo Velo Tuesday night crit! Super cool to catch up a bit with Rusty Fausak and Taylor Fausak


Mark Noblitt MTCCSA | strava.com
Douglas Adams would be proud of the distance of both my rides today! Fun catching an evening ride with Dr. Margo Moreno?. Also great running into Krys Marie SA Lady Riders? and her friend on the greenway!

Aaron “AJ” Jackson MTCCSA | strava.com

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