Working On The Rock Pile But Still Energy Left, Bike Ride May 8th

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Before riding today we had this yard project to remove some misplaced river rock in an area that was blocking rain water drainage, if we ever get any rain water that is. I thought the rock was going on forever but we managed to pick it all up and re-shape the yard in about 2 hours. Then I was asked to make a table by my wife. I am not the most professional woodworker but we made it. While I was out riding I had a revelation about how the table should really be made so I need to pickup some more lumber to correct the table design. Despite of all this activity I was still up to riding 46+ miles. After a cool front came through last night the temperature a mild 82 degrees under a cloud cover. Wind was 9 mph out of the NE. No other riders were spotted. I will need to ride early in the day to see them.

Today’s ride statistics:

  • miles =46.28
  • riding time = 3:10:31
  • average pace = 4:07 min/mile
  • average speed = 14.6 mph
  • max speed = 22.0 mph
  • average cadence = 78.1 rpm
  • max cadence = 109 rpm
  • climb 468 ft., descend 183 ft., max elevation 137 ft.
  • May miles 198.85
  • YTD miles 1598.65

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If you click on the View Details link in the Garmin Connect data below you can go to the route player. The player traces the route I rode and shows the various data at points along the route. I always play the route even though I was there; this amazes me.

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Daily News Roundup May 7th – Texas Bicycling

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TEXAS: Travis County SuperCyclist Project
from www.nhtsa.gov
PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
Texas state law designates a bicycle as a vehicle that is legally usable on all roadways unless prohibited by local ordinance. Bicyclists are therefore required to adhere to all vehicle traffic laws. Research studies indicate that with proper training, cyclists ages 10 and older can safely ride in complex traffic situations, but those age 9 and younger do not have the cognitive ability to handle roadway traffic.

According to Travis County, Texas trauma records in 1996, 50 bicyclists were hospitalized with bicycle-related injuries, 15 under age 18. National estimates indicate that only 2 to 3 percent of bicycle injuries requiring…

Bike project finds a home, offers help
By Alex Geiser, Daily Texan Staff
Community members and volunteers attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the permanent location of the Yellow Bike Project on Wednesday. The project seeks to promote bicycle-riding and bicycle safety.

Yellow wooden worktables with multiple sizes and varieties of wrenches hanging on the backboards lined the inside of Austin Yellow Bike Project’s new East Austin location.

After years of moving around between different city-owned warehouses, the nonprofit bicycle advocacy project…

Skittles Waco Wild West Century Bicycle Ride – Waco, TX

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Skittles Waco Wild West Century Bicycle Ride
Saturday, September 25, 2010 @ 8:00 AM local time
Indian Spring Park
100 University Parks Dr., in front of the Waco Hilton, and the Waco Suspension Bridge Waco, TX
Skittles Waco Wild West Century Bicycle Ride logo

Additional Information
The bicycling tour that has made a tradition of great rest stops and super ride support is back for its 26th year. This is one fall event you don’t want to miss! There is a route for everyone – from families on their first bike tour to dedicated riders wanting to set a personal best on a century ride.
Prices:

Early Registration before 9/18/10
Individual – $25.00
(each additional family member $20.00)

Late Registration after 9/18/10
Individual – $30.00
(each additional family member $20)

Group Rates for 10 or more
Individual – $20 (group registrations must be received together)
Please go to: www.wacowildwest.com for Group registration
The Routes

10-mile family friendly route goes through beautiful Cameron Park and downtown Waco. There are several rest stops to make it a fun ride for all.

26-mile route is also fun for families and recreational riders. This route is quite flat and passes by the Lake Waco Dam and the peaceful surrounding countryside.

50 & 65-mile routes are relatively flat with a few challenging hills thrown in to keep you from getting bored!

100-mile route takes riders through picturesque countryside on rural roads in McLennan and Bosque Counties. The route goes through historic Mother Neff State Park, the oldest state park in Texas. The route takes riders past former President George W. Bush’s Crawford ranch. Although relatively flat, there are some challenging hills to keep your heart pumping!

Again this year, the 50, 65 and 100-mile routes feature a rest stop at the Mars Snackfood candy factory, home of Skittles®

Mineral Wells Criterium and Time Trials – Mineral Wells, TX

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Mineral Wells Criterium and Time Trials
Presented by Mineral Wells Chamber of Commerce, Team Bicycles, inc & The Racing Post
Mineral Wells, TX
Saturday, June 12, 2010 to Sunday, June 13, 2010
Online Registration Closes Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 1:00 AM ET
This is a TXBRA State Cup event. 35+ 4/5 event is limited to 75 riders and Cat 5 is limited to 50 / Teams are scored by assigning points to top 20 event finishers 1st place = 20 points, etc. for top three team members / 50+ and 60+ will be scored separately but race at the same time for the same purse / Juniors will register by individual event and have separate awards but race at the same time. / Onsite registration available but will close 20 minutes before the event with a $15 late fee /  $10 discount for second event /  Race is held under USA Cycling permit pending.  / Event is held rain or shine / Promoter reserves the right to combine, cancel, or reduce prizes for any race that does not meet minimums. Wheels in/wheels out. Free lap rule in effect. / The USAC database determines teams (no exceptions or ad-hoc teams) / Prize money left without arrangements with the promoter are contributions to the TBi Jr fund.

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