Daily News Roundup May 30th – Texas Bicycling

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San Antonio Wheelmen June Rides

June Rides

Memorial Day Cruise
by dickdavid from Bike Friendly Richardson

This morning I took my wife’s bike out for a much needed spin around Richardson. The ride on a beach cruiser is different from my typical ride, and I’ve found that taking it calm and extra slow is really relaxing. There’s…

Austin Cycle Camp Adds Cycling Aficionado Daniel J. Curtin Jr. to its Team
by dBusinessNews Austin (press release)
Austin Cycle Camp, dedicated to providing clients with the best on-the-bike coaching, bicycle boot-camp experiences, clinics, and destination cycling in and around Central Texas, has named Daniel J Curtin, Jr., as its new Director of …

DFW Tour de Cure – Fort Worth, TX

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DFW Tour de Cure
Start: Saturday, July 23, 2011 @ 7:00 AM
Texas Motor Speedway
3545 Lone Star Circle   Fort Worth, TX
Registration Closing Date Saturday, July 23, 2011 @ 11:59 PM
Event Manager: Britt Wolf
Email: bwolf@diabetes.org
For more information, call (972) 392-1181 x6102 or Contact Us.

Take the Ride of Your Life at the 2011 Dallas/Fort Worth Tour de Cure featuring routes of different lengths for riders of all skill levels. There’s something for everyone from a leisurely short distance to a more challenging length. No matter which of the 5, 15, 32 or 62 mile distance you choose, the DFW Tour de Cure is a ride, not a race, so take it at your own speed and enjoy the journey. All DFW Tour de Cure routes are safe and fully supported with route marshals, SAG vehicles, mechanical support, and rest stops stocked with hydration and a variety of snacks to keep you fueled. At the finish, you will be welcomed with cheering volunteers, great food and more.

Online registration

David’s Ride – McQueeney, TX

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David’s Ride
Start: Saturday, July 09, 2011 @ 7:00 AM
McQueeney Baptist Church
201 Schumann Road   McQueeney, TX
Brief Description
Consider making the trip to McQueeney, Texas in 2011 to honor our beloved pastor, father, husband and friend, David Eikenburg, who died tragically in a cycling accident on July 11, 2005. He died doing what he loved, but his first love and passion was to share the love of Jesus. All proceeds go to Camp Agape, a Christian bereavement camp for children who have lost a loved one.

Every year we honor him with this bike ride, remembering what he loved, and then to glorify God by continuing David’s legacy and passion for spreading the Good News to people everywhere. All proceeds go to Camp Agape, a Christian bereavement camp for children who have lost a loved one.

David’s Routes
25 Miles – Glory Road view map
40 Miles – Road to Redemption view map
70 Miles – Heavenly Hills view map
100 Miles – Faith Finder view map

Online registration

Buffalo Soldiers Bike Ride – Houston, TX

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Buffalo Soldiers Bike Ride
Start: Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 7:00 AM
Houston Community College South Campus
1990 Airport at SH288   Houston, TX
Fees $25-$35

Brief Description
Start/Finsh: Houston Community College South Campus – Fully Support Ride – Waivers Must be signed and returned at check in. Routes are: 10,25,45,66 and 80 miles YOU MAY REGISTER DAY OF RIDE, cost is $35. Rain or Shine…No Refunds.

Bring your family, tell a friend and come out to support the Buffalo Soldiers Bike Ride 2011! Ready and Forward…..

Additional Information
The Buffalo Soldiers Bike Ride will support the renovation of the Houston Light Guard Armory, the future home of the Buffalo Soldiers Museum. Register @ www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com