Kick-Off Party BP MS150 Houston to Austin – Houston, TX

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Hoof it to Sam Houston Race Park on Saturday, Jan. 27, for the 2007 BP MS 150 Kick-Off Party. The fun takes place from 3 to 8 p.m. as we gear up for the largest cycling event of its kind in the United States.

A safety cycling clinic for BP MS 150 riders will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. From 5 to 8 p.m., take part in special training classes on topics such as nutrition and getting the proper fit for your bike.

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Looking Ahead to 2007

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As 2007 begins what are some things I would like to see for Texas bicycling and myself?

  • Participate in more rides. This is the year to try rides I have not done before or not in several years. One of these is the Jalapeño Ride in Harlingen in February. This is a good reason to go south for the winter.
  • Create detailed ride maps for texbiker.net. This would include the route as well as the road conditions with pictures. Maybe some Google Earth type maps.
  • Increase ride safety awareness. I have been in two biking crashes. One was life threatening with surgery and the other was scary but not so damaging. Helmets saved my life each time.
  • Improve the bike shop directory and map locations. Local bike shops are important for many reasons. Support one or more near you.
  • Enjoy biking.

2006 Mileage Goal Accomplished!

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Yea!! It happened on the last day of the year and it was only by 11 miles but I made it past 4,800 miles for the year. I ignored my sometimes rule to not ride when the temperature is less than 60 degrees. As I told my wife, there is an exception every rule.

As a side note, if you are interested in a personalized riding log book check out Personal Logs.com. My wife found this log before Christmas 2005 and ordered one. You can put a picture on the front cover with your own title.

New Bike Shop in Humble

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In case you missed the opening announcement, Bike Werks has opened. Located in the Humblewood Shopping Center (19635 Eastex Freeway US59 North), owner Brian Hughes has a nice selection of bikes and accessories.

I stopped in today to check them out. With a clean store and displays easily reached I was able to purchase a tail light for my night time mountain bike riding and a long stem Presta tube to replace the one with 7 patches on my road bike.

If you need a bike or supplies stop in and visit them. Phone 281-446-1320.