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Texbiker.net covers the news, events and resources for those interested in Texas bicycling.

My bicycling passion was rekindled in 1979 with a Huffy bicycle from Woolco. From early rides around my neighborhood my enthusiasm grew to tackle my unsupported first century. From there I discovered organized rides all over Texas, races and mountain bikes. Many bikes and miles later the enthusiasm is still there.

Thanks to my late wife, Hazel Marie, for her support over the many years, miles and rides.

My primary bike is the Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS below. My titanium bike is the Lynskey Helix titanium. My newest bike is a Canyon Endurace CF 7 Rival eTap.

3-29-2022 Cervelo Caledonia Ramsey Road-1
3-29-2022 Cervelo Caledonia at a Ramsey Road Bridge
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Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for February 2nd

Texbiker.net Posted on February 2, 2010 by Rick AnkrumFebruary 2, 2010

ChipSeal: Back-talk
by ChipSeal
Because A) He needs to get somewhere, B) He doesn’t have a car and uses a bicycle for transportation, C) Under Texas law (the Transportation Code), a bicycle is a legal vehicle, and the operator of a bicycle shall be granted all rights, …

Biking in Heels: Car Free in Texas
by cycler
He’s a pretty hardcore vehicular cyclist, informed about the minutia of all facets of bicycle law, and unfortunately having way too much experience with having to defend his right to bicycle in the lane. It’s an interesting story, …

Recommended Nueces bike plan not likely until April
by Line Editor
Bicycle advocates and city officials, meanwhile, counter with the idea that creating a unique haven for cyclists (there are none like it currently in Texas) would instead increase property values. Those opposing views provided the only …

2010 Race & Ride Calendar « Mellow Velo
by KFuller
Last night, I purchased my first racing license. It was an inspirational moment, but perhaps one akin to building a kitchen with a sub-zero freezer, six-burner stove and Viking ovens but not knowing how to cook.

For several months, I have been aiming to make my road racing debut at the Castroville Criterium the weekend of my birthday, but there appears to be no 2010 edition of the event. Even though another crit has appeared on the same day, I must concede that I am not at all prepared to race in two weeks. Still, I will get up the morning of the 14th to be at that race on my bike…

PowerCranks Update « Texas Tailwind
by Ben
I ride early in the morning (5:30 a.m.) when motivation and energy are often low. Busting out a workout of 5 minute VO2 max intervals when you don’t have much energy is tough; however, I find it much less difficult to throw my …

Do You Have a Good Ride Coming Up This Year? « Bike Noob
by rainycamp
He’s coming to Texas for the Hotter ‘n Hell Hundred in Wichita Falls, and I’m planning on riding in that one, too. It’s a flattish century ride, but temperatures in late summer can be over 100°F (38°C). However, it’s also a Happening, …

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Fry Your Chain to Get Rid of the Grease

Texbiker.net Posted on February 2, 2010 by Rick AnkrumFebruary 6, 2010

Many years ago I read about waxing your bike chain. Since that time I always wax my chains instead of using grease or oil. There are several advantages to do this the main one being no more grimy grease marks on your legs when you rub against your bike chain by accident. Also when you have to remove the rear tire to fix a flat you don’t have to end up with grease on your hands. There are disadvantages as well; if you ride in the rain a lot wax will not keep the rust away but I think that is a small one. You do have to wax your chain more frequently. I usually do this every 1,000 miles or so but this is a time to clean the chain since you melt everything away.

Now here is where the fry part comes in: I use a Fry Baby deep fryer to melt the Gulf Wax and then dip the chain into it. I also use chains that have a quick release link in them. It takes about 3 to 4 blocks of Gulf Wax (WalMart has it in the canning section).

Some pictures of the Fry Baby with used wax.

Fry Baby

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Another Ride on the Windtrainer

Texbiker.net Posted on February 2, 2010 by Rick AnkrumFebruary 2, 2010

Between cool temperatures and drizzle the windtrainer was the only ride in town tonight. I am counting on this Saturday being clear and at least somewhat warmer. I may ride even if my minimum temperature is not there just to avoid cabin fever; or is it windtrainer boredom? The fan blade stayed on tonight.

Charts for tonight’s trip to no where.

Cadence - Distance Windtrainer February 2

Speed - Distance Windtrainer February 2

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Horse Country Time Trial…Racing for H.O.P.E – Aubrey, TX

Texbiker.net Posted on February 2, 2010 by Rick AnkrumFebruary 2, 2010
Horse Country Time Trial…Racing for H.O.P.E
Presented byIC3 and Richardson Bike Mart
Aubrey, TX
Horse Country Time Trial
Website
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Online Registration Will Open Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 1:00 AM ET
CATEGORY START
TIME
FEE PRIZES FIELD LIMIT
High School ‘A’
8:00 AM
$5
Trophies
50
High School ‘B’
8:00 AM
$5
Trophies
50
High School Girls
8:00 AM
$5
Trophies
50
Junior Open
8:00 AM
$5
Trophies
50
Collegiate ‘A’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Collegiate ‘B’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Collegiate ‘C’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Collegiate ‘D’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Collegiate Women ‘A’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Collegiate Women ‘B’
8:30 AM
$10
Medals
140
Men’s P123
9:45 AM
$25
$155/6
75
Men’s 3/4
10:35 AM
$25
$105/5
75
Men’s 4/5
11:25 AM
$25
$60/4
75
Women’s open
12:15 PM
$25
$105/5
50
Master’s 40+
12:45 PM
$25
$75/3
60

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