Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for December 19th

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bike fit: the gift that keeps on giving. | Austin On Two Wheels
by sakrause
The holidays are here, the weather has turned alternately nasty and lovely, and it generally just feels like the off-season. Of course, in Texas, that means only a couple months’ respite before heading into another 9 months of our famous all-you-can-race buffet.

This is also invariably the time of year when we start considering new equipment purchases and considering what we can do to prep for next season. It is for this reason I wanted to write about THE best bike component…

SEASON OF GIVING: 1000 bicycles, 1000 Bibles
by Texas Examiner
Each year for the past 10 years, the Reaud Family Foundation has hosted the Bicycles and Bibles program to help brighten Christmas for as many as 1,000 children, who might otherwise have gone without the joy that comes from receiving gifts during what is traditionally a time of happiness.

Bicycles and Bibles

And since the beginning, the focus of the event has never wavered from keeping an eye on God and imparting the spirit of Christmas…

Group Donates 710 Bikes to Students
by MyFox Dallas
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas – Students at one North Richland Hills school got a big surprise on their last day of class before Christmas — a shiny new bike.

Apokes for Homes
The Spokes for Homes non-profit organization donated 710 bicycles and helmets to the students of Carey Frances Thomas School.

Others in the community also helped to make the day special. Gateway Church assembled the bikes. Firefighters unloaded the bikes and two local businesses donated pizza and drinks for a party. …

Tri-County Hill Hopper – Round Top, TX

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8:00 am – 3:00 pm local time
Antique Sales Lot
Corner of Hwy 237 and Hwy 954   Round Top, TX
Fees
$25 / $30 / $35
The Tri-County Hill Hopper is a recommended ride for the BP MS 150. There will be three route options available: 20 miles, 36 miles, and 67 miles. See you there! NOTE START LOCATION!!!
The Tri-County Hill Hopper is a bicycle fundraiser for the Family Support Network. The Family Support Network is a resource for families who have children with disabilities, providing access to the information, support, and skills needed to make informed decisions.
The ride starts at 8 am and the last route sweep is at 2 pm.
Routes

Participants can choose one of three hilly routes of approximately 20, 36 or 67 miles through the scenic Round Top area within the counties of Fayette, Colorado and Austin. Routes and distances may change somewhat from one year to the next due to road conditions or other considerations.
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Pedaling the Prairie – Brookshire, TX

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8:00am for all events local time
Royal High School
34499 Royal Road   Brookshire, TX
Pedaling the Prairie
$30 until January 29th, $35 thereafter

Pedaling the Prairie is a non-competitive bike ride held annually around the rice fields and prairie lands near Katy, Texas.  All proceeds benefit the athletic department of Faith West Academy

This year’s ride is on Saturday, Feb 13, 2010. Start time is at 8:00 a.m.from the Royal High School complex in Brookshire.

Ride in comfort knowing that there will be breakpoints every 10 – 15 miles. Refreshments will be provided at all breakpoints to keep you hydrated and energized.  Your safety and well-being is our major concern, as we will have well planned routes, police escorts through major intersections, and mechanical and medical support at the rest stops.  SAG vehicles and Ride Marshall support will also be included.

The ride travels along several courses ranging from a 20-mile beginner ride to over a 74-mile endurance ride. The different routes take you around the Brookshire, Sealy, and Bellville areas. You can expect to experience the prairie, rolling meadows, rural flatlands, and some hills close to Bellville.

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Golden Girls Gold Rush Cycling Classic – Montgomery, TX

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8:00 am Start local time
Montgomery High School Stadium, 22825 Hwy 105 West
Montgomery,TX,77356, TX
REGISTRATION: $25.00 per person if postmarked by January 23, 2010 • $30.00 per person after January 23, 2010 or later, including day of ride.•Online registration closes February 4, 2010@11:59 pm• Register online at http.goldrush.chsgoldengirls.com.
• Walkup registrations will be accepted at the Packet Pickup and the day of the ride from 6:30 am to 7:30 am •
The first 500 pre-registered riders are guaranteed a T-shirt •
Golden Girls Gold Rush
This is the annual fund-raising ride of the Conroe High School Golden Girls’ Dance Team. The scenic 25, 44 & 65 mile routes take you through rolling Texas landscapes with rest stops manned by our dance team members. Home baked goods at our fun, themed rest stops make for a fun-filled ride.
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