TxDOT Will Review Seal Coat Process

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I missed this news from biketexas.org on October 3rd. I do not know any rider who relishes riding on a road with the “chip seal” coating TxDOT is overlaying on many roads.

from www.biketexas.org

Texas cyclists statewide, to our collective frustration, have watched over the years as more and more miles of smooth surface on favorite routes and loops have disappeared under a concoction of rock and oil, leaving an uneven, jarring surface and loose gravel that stays on the road for months. Known to cyclists as “chip seal” but to transportation engineers as “seal coat,” it is infamous among cyclists for causing dangerous riding conditions that have led to crashes and damaged tires.

link to the full report at biketexas.org

Lance A. Returns to Tour de Gruene

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from www.mysanantonio.com
By Bryan Chu – Express-News

The cycling community has been abuzz with excitement since officials announced that Austin’s Lance Armstrong had registered to ride in the two-day Tour de Gruene Bicycle Classic.

The Texas cycling legend is expected to compete today and Sunday in and around Gruene, near New Braunfels.

Cyclists lined up at Bike World in San Antonio on Thursday to pick up their racing numbers and T-shirts. They talked about the chance to compete with the seven-time Tour de France champion.

“It’s great for the area, great for the biking community, to have Lance come and ride with us,” said 50-year-old Chris Price, who was with his 8-year-old son, Liam.

link to the full article mysanantonio.com

Fredericksburg Fall Foliage Frolic – Fredericksburg, TX

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The Fredericksburg Fall Foliage Frolic is hosted by the Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club. The tour brings people from all over Texas to enjoy a weekend of riding and friendship in the scenic Hill Country of Central Texas. There are supported rides varying in length and degree of difficulty available each day.

HCBTC Frolic 2008 Foldout Flyer (PDF format)

Ride Cameron Park Mountain Bike Clinic – Waco, TX

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The City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department, Bicycles Outback and Specialized Bikes invite women of all ages and biking skill levels to take part in the 4th annual Ride Cameron Park.

The free mountain bike clinic will take place Saturday and Sunday at the ballfields across from Lover’s Leap in Cameron Park. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.

Participants will ride demo bikes and take part in training sessions, group rides and bike games. The event will feature the latest mountain bike equipment for women and professional instructors.

For a complete schedule or registration information, visit www.keepwacowacko.com or call 254-750-8057.