The Txbra.org Texas High School Cycling League is pleased to announce our 2008 spring road race schedule. The comprehensive high school road race series presented by Richardson Bikemart and The Bicycle Sport Shop will travel throughout the state of
Race Date: Race Location:
8-9 March:
5-6 April: Austin Weekend (dates tentative)
26-27 April:
10-11 May:
from the Wichita Falls Times Record News (full article link)
A new pair of hands will be steering the handlebars of North Texas’ flagship cycling event, the Hotter’N Hell Hundred.
Local resident Ben Filer, who had been involved in various committees within the organization throughout the years, will be the new face at the helm as the organization grows, said outgoing Executive Director Roby Christie.
"In order for the organization to grow, we need an executive director that is different from the committee chairman," said Christie, who explained that the move would allow him to better dedicate his efforts as a chairman.
When: Sunday, January 27th
9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m. Fort Worth, Texas
Tarrant County Resource Connection
Building 2300
What: The Lone Star Racing Club and the Colonel’s Army are co-promoting a bike swap meet. Booth space is limited, but both bike shops and individuals can secure a booth to ply their trade. Booth rental includes (1) table and (3) chairs.
Where: The Tarrant County Resource Connection is on the south side of Fort Worth on Campus Dr., one exit east of the I-20/I-35w interchange. The Resource Connection is generously allowing our two clubs to hold the swap meet in the gymnasium. So, no matter how ugly the weather, we will be dry and comfy.
Information: Chris Watson at (817) 921-6868
from the Corpus Christi Caller-Times (link to full article)
by Beth Wilson
Ocean Drive is getting a slightly more expensive, smaller-rock seal coat this spring bicyclists say should provide a smoother ride along the scenic route.
The city regularly puts a seal coat over streets as a way to extend the life of the street, said Kevin Stowers, interim director of engineering services. A larger-rock mix, called chip seal, normally is used.