Peru Parts Project

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A couple of weeks ago I learned of the Peru Parts Project. The PPP is an effort by Lon Halderman to supply bicycle clothing and components to aspiring riders in Peru. I gathered up a bunch of stuff I had been holding onto because I hated to throw them away or give to Goodwill. I received a letter from Lon thanking me for the donation. In addition he sent three pictures of people who have benefited from the project so far. If you have spare or extra stuff you might consider this project.

Thank You Letter from Lon Halderman

Woman choosing new clothes Picture #1

Boy with a typical old race bike Picture #2

Young man with a new set of clothes Picture #3

Down on the Ranch We Recover, May 9th Bike Ride

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After yesterday’s ride today was really dedicated to recovery. While I went fast I did not set out to have a fast ride. Mostly the speed came from the 14 mph SE wind being a tailwind at times. The temperature was having trouble getting into the 70’s when I left home so I wore a long sleeve and short sleeve jersey for warmth. When I got home the temperature finally made it to 82 degrees. Overcast clouds kept the sun to a minimum. I was down on the ranch on this ride when I went through the Valley Ranch subdivision in Porter. No other riders spotted today. They are probably over at their mother’s celebrating Mother’s Day. We will leaving shortly to do the same thing.

Today’s ride statistics:

  • miles = 24.32
  • riding time = 1:43:35
  • average pace = 4:16 min/mile
  • average speed = 14.1 mph
  • max speed = 19.5 mph
  • average cadence = 76.5 rpm
  • max cadence = 101 rpm
  • climb 224 ft., descend 255 ft., max elevation 108 ft.
  • May miles 223.17
  • YTD miles 1622.97

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All American Bicycle Rally – Springtown, TX

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Join us for our Inaugural All American Bike Rally through North East Parker County benefiting the Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce. Routes range from 10 to 74 miles traveling as far west as Garner, Texas. Rest stops will be provided along the way with friendly greeters to assist you. The ride will begin and end at the Springtown High School parking lot where the riders can shower and enjoy a BBQ sandwich at the end of the ride…compliments of Woody Creek BBQ.

Place: Springtown High School Parking lot Time: RIDE STARTS AT 7:30 am. Course closes at 2:00 pm

You can mail in your registration with a check or FAX: 817-523-3268 with credit/debit card information.  Call 817-220-7828 for more information.

The Springtown Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting The Inaugural All American Bicycle Rally June 12, 2010, starting at the Springtown High School Parking lot at 7:00AM. Riders will pass through North East Parker County starting at 7:30 AM, June 12, 2010. Bike routes range from 10 to 74 miles traveling as far west as Garner, TX. The ride will begin and end at the Springtown High School parking lot and will be entirely run on county roads.

This bicycle rally is a fundraiser for the Springtown Chamber in conjunction with the Springtown War Memorial Association’s All American Fair to be held the same day at the Tabernacle on Main Street (Hwy 51).  The date for both events is Saturday, June 12, 2010.  The Fair is an all day event.  You can find more information at:   (http://springtownwarmemorialassoc.webs.com/information.htm).

We are inviting sponsors to join us in this new event. A sponsorship form is available HERE for your convenience. Please let us know which sponsorship level you would like to be included for recognition. It is our goal to draw riders from several surrounding areas.

If you would like posters to advertise your participation in this event at your business location, please let us know.

Please remember there is also an opportunity to sponsor our Wild West Festival scheduled September 18, 2010.

Thank you for your consideration. If you have any questions or comments, please call us at 817-220-7828.

Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for May 8th

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Children get free bicycle  helmets in May
from www.etmc.org
Two ETMC First Physicians clinics in Center and Carthage will participate in the Texas Medical Association’s Hard Hats for Little Heads campaign, offering bicycle helmets to patients ages four and older who undergo a Texas Health Steps examination this month.
Head injury, the most common cause of serious disability or death in bicycle accidents, can be reduced by as much as 85 percent when a helmet is worn…

News: Waco Bicycle Club: Mountain Bike Race Spring Series-Solavaca …
from wacobicycleclub.com
A couple of families from the Waco Bicycle Club are involved in racing. Below are John and Emmylou, and below that are their boys, Dawson and big brother, …

Waco Bicycle Club