Texas Bicycling News August 26th 2022

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HH100: Mountain Bike off-road trail race and rides challenge cyclists

by: Curtis Jackson | www.texomashomepage.com

WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Voted the best urban off-road trail in the entire state, the Wee-Chi-Tah Bike Trail saw plenty of action Friday during the off-road ride and run events.

We are less than 24 hours away from the largest 100-mile bike ride in the nation, the 41st Annual Hotter’N Hell Hundred, consisting of multiple events, including the Wee-Chi-Tah Mountain Bike races and runs.

“We’re kind of the stepchildren; we get to come out here and play in the dirt on Fridays, so we’re doing the off-road on our Wee-Chi-Tah Trail that’s out here that everybody can ride throughout the year,” HHH Steering Committee member Michael Boyle said. …

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Woman facing multiple charges after striking cyclist with vehicle in South Austin

By FOX 7 Austin Digital Team | www.fox7austin.com

AUSTIN, Texas – A 52-year-old woman has been charged with a third-degree felony after striking a cyclist with her car in South Austin.

According to the arrest affidavit, a University of Texas at Austin police officer was traveling westbound on W SH 71 around 9:59 p.m. on August 22, 2022. The officer noticed a vehicle in front of him unable to stay within a single lane of traffic. The officer turned his dash camera on, and just as the officer began recording, the vehicle in front of him veered out of the lane, striking a male on a bicycle.

The officer and an uninvolved vehicle stopped to render aid to the cyclist. The affidavit states the cyclist was "bleeding in the middle of the state highway."

The responding officer says the vehicle that hit the cyclist, a gray Nissan, …

Video: Hotter’N Hell kicks off first day of festivities

By Alex Carrion | www.newschannel6now.com

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – Events for the 41st Hotter’N Hell Hundred got underway Thursday and will continue into the weekend. Cycling enthusiasts from all over were excited to attend the HHH consumer show.

The MPEC was packed full of items to get cyclists ready for Saturday. You could find plenty of vendors selling cycling gear and clothing. There were also sports massages, packet pickup, and late registration for those just getting into town.

“Of course, the 100 miles is always an accomplishment you know there’s always a point when I’m out there on the road and it’s stupid,” Bill Frasier, HHH rider, said. “But I’ll get emotional because I’m like, ‘Oh my God I’m doing this. It’s awesome.’”

Riders and enthusiasts could not hold back their excitement while talking about one of the largest bike rides in the nation.

“That sense of accomplishment coming …

Video: HCSO: Man found dead in possible dog attack in Channelview area

Author: Adam Bennett, Jaime E. Galvan | www.khou.com

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Deputies are investigating a suspected dog attack after a man’s body was found just feet away from his bicycle in the Channelview area early Friday morning.

Investigators with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said the body was found at about 1 a.m. with multiple puncture wounds. It is not clear how long the body had been there.

The body appeared to have been dragged away from the bicycle, investigators said. They added that it is not clear how many dogs may have been involved, but that the area is known for packs of stray dogs.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the body was found on Garlang Street near Sheldon Road near some commercial lots after it was spotted by a driver passing by.

The sheriff said the victim appears to be a …

H.E.A.R.T.S. Museum supports Texas Brotherhood Ride

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The H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum of Texas is set to support and welcome the Texas Brotherhood Ride at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at the Walker County Storm Shelter.

The Texas Brotherhood ride is an annual bicycle journey across the state to honor first responders who died in the line of duty and provide support to their families.

Tara Burnett of the H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum said there will be a presentation honoring two from Walker County and about 10 riders will be staying in town that night.

Riders must all be first responders and are required to have either a road or tri bike. Just like in their professions, they continue the teamwork aspect during the ride – riding together, eating together and bunking together.

Support personnel are divided into …

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HOTTER ‘N HELL FORECAST NOT SO HOT FOR USA’S BIGGEST CYCLING EVENT

Author: John Woodson | granfondodailynews.com

The 41st edition of the Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred gran fondo in Texas may not live up to it’s legendary name this year, it may go down as one of the coolest rides in decades.

The weather forecast for Wichita Falls on Saturday 27 August predicts a high of ONLY 90F degrees, in Texas that’s almost cool enough for cyclists to pull on arm warmers and vests when compared to training in temperatures well over 100 degrees for 22 consecutive days in July.

Nonetheless, over 10,000 amateur cyclists will welcome cooler conditions when they line up for a 07:05 start en masse – announced by the firing of a historical military cannon as United States Air Force fighter jets roar above.

The 100 mile relatively flat course (it is Texas after all) combined with …

Video: Cyclist that was hit by semi looking forward to Hundred mile race

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Cycling team to raise funds for Family Promise at Wichita Falls event

BY JOEL VALLEY | www.tdtnews.com

Family Promise of East Bell County cycling advocates Dr. Stephen Sewell, left, Frank Jennings and Rod Houston pose with their bikes in front of The Promise House. The new facility is currently under construction.

Three Bell County bicyclists are headed north to Wichita Falls this weekend for the Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred — a 100-mile bicycle ride that is historically held in 100-degree heat.

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Texas woman dead after driver hits her and drives away, police say

Author: Jay Wallis | www.wfaa.com

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office will identify the bicyclist once family members have been notified.

ARLINGTON, Texas — A driver hit and killed a North Texas woman without stopping Wednesday night, according to the Arlington Police Department.

Around 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, officers with Arlington Police responded to an accident between someone driving a vehicle and a bicyclist in the 1100 block of S. Collins Street. This is southeast of the University of Texas at Arlington and southwest of AT&T Stadium.

Investigators determined a woman was riding her bike across S. Collins Street near Hensley Street, when she was hit by an unknown driver traveling southbound on S. Collins Street. The driver did not stop after hitting the bicyclist, police say.

The woman was pronounced dead on the scene by emergency medical services. Investigators …

Thousands of cyclist expected to arrive in Galveston this weekend

By JOSÉ MENDIOLA | www.galvnews.com

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More than 3,000 bicyclists from across the nation are expected to meet in Galveston for the annual Island Ride Out and Bike Expo this weekend, an event that will impede lanes on many street and roads, city officials say.

The Island Ride Out, a 20-mile bike ride, will start at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Moody Gardens.

“Our Traffic Department will cone-off the southernmost eastbound lane on Seawall from 81st Street to East Beach Drive and pick up the cones as the cyclists pass by,” city spokeswoman Marissa Barnett said.

Cyclists are expected to …

Aaron Fox 1977 – 2022 Austin, TX

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Austin, TX—Our beloved son, brother, husband, and father, Aaron Joseph Fox, unexpectedly passed away August, 20, 2022, while cycling with friends in Austin, Texas. Aaron was born in Ann Arbor, MI on July 27, 1977, and the family then moved to Salt Lake City where he attended Skyline H.S. He studied engineering at the University of Texas and met his soulmate, Cara Devetski. Upon moving to Atlanta, Aaron completed his MBA at Emory University while Cara had three small boys in quick succession. Aaron worked at Bain & Co until their family of five moved back to Austin where he worked at Dell, Lyft and most recently, REV. He was an incredibly hard worker to gave his all to his profession.

A born competitor, Aaron was an intense lover of games and sports, including chess and skiing. He eventually turned his interests to …

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Not The Only Cyclist Out Riding

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Continuing my quest for a 200 mile week I set off on today’s bike ride at 9:01 AM riding my Lynskey Helix bike. The previous rides this week put me in a favorable position with 125 miles before riding today. I chose my “Atascocita – Walden – Huffman” route and biked 34.41 miles boosting my week total to 159.79 miles. On Saturday I plan on riding the 100 km route at the HH100 and go over 200 miles for the week. The “Atascocita – Walden – Huffman” is the route I ride the most and this pushed the count up to 22 rides this year. I finished the ride at 11:48 AM. I will not ride Friday and Sunday thus the need to make up for the miles I would usually ride on these days.

At FM1960 and Atascocita Shores Drive 3 cyclists made a right turn onto Atascocita Shores as I sat waiting for the traffic light to change so I could ride east over Lake Houston. They are in the video briefly.

As I rode out of the driveway my GoPro camera fell from the mount landing on the street. I turned around and retrieved it. I did not secure it properly. I thought the camera was okay but when I removed the camera from the mount after the ride I saw the lens cover was cracked. Fortunately it did not show in the video. I contacted GoPro and they are sending a replacement. I expected to pay for it but they are sending the cover at no cost. Thank you GoPro.

The weather had a fall feeling to it with the temperature no higher than 85 until I completed the ride. I used my CamelBak thinking it would heat up more. Weather conditions: 80 (humidity 85%, dew point 75), mostly cloudy, wind N 6 mph; finish 85 (humidity 69%, dew point 74), partly cloudy, wind W 5 mph. The light wind was appreciated when it was a headwind. Going over Lake Houston on the way back I stayed in the 35×13 gears into the headwind.

AXS.SRAM.com ride report told me I used the 35×13 gears 1:36:41 but there were a few times when I should’ve shifted to the 35×15 and didn’t.

8-25-2022 Strava Ride Data Summary Atascocita-Walden-Huffman
8-25-2022 Strava Ride Data Summary Atascocita-Walden-Huffman

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Cyclocross course for bike riders returns to popular San Antonio park

Priscilla Aguirre | www.mysanantonio.com

Attention cyclists! The hidden paradise course at a popular San Antonio park is returning soon. The organizer of SA Cyclocross Rob Kane told MySA that the green tape will be back up starting September 6 at Lady Bird Johnson. It will run every Tuesday until the end of November.

The tape is available for everyone to enjoy and practice during those Tuesday evenings at the Northeast Side park located at 10700 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX 78217. However, Kane said people can register for night races on September 9 and September 23. The Cyclocross season will officially kick off on October 1 and will run through mid-December.

Cyclocross is a non-Olympic sport that can best be described as a cross …

FM 917 from I-35W to BU-287 in Mansfield

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Project Background

TxDOT is studying the FM 917 improvements project to identify potential solutions to transportation needs along the corridor. The project is located along FM 917 from I-35W to west of Mansfield in Johnson County, a length of approximately 10 miles.

This area of FM 917 does not accommodate current demands on the roadway, nor does it meet current roadway design standards. Today, FM 917 consists of one lane in each direction with no separation, no bicyclist or pedestrian accommodations, and sharp curves, including two 90-degree curves. These curves severely limit the safety and mobility of motorists by blocking views and necessitating drivers to change speed several times along the route. …

HHH will work around hotel construction

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“We lost 754 parking spots,” said Chip Filer, executive director of the event.

Filer said the reserved parking and the set up for law enforcement has been rearranged and a shuttle will go between the Bridwell Ag Center the Clymer Exhibit Hall to accommodate the lost space.

“We’re going to hire two tram systems to go out to parking lots around the city to pick folks up and bring them back to the exhibit hall,” Filer said.

He said event leaders have changed the two criterium courses.

“We moved the Sunday Criterium downtown on Ohio Avenue last year. That …

San Antonio disabled veterans roll with adaptive cycling program

René A. Guzman | www.expressnews.com

Retired Army Master Sgt. Edward Garcia sat in a recumbent tricycle with a walking cane on his lap as several fellow wounded warriors pedaled about in similar three-wheeled machines for a morning ride at Southside Lions Park.

Eighteen years ago, Garcia’s world was literally turned upside down when an improvised explosive device flipped the Hummer he was driving in Iraq. Shrapnel from the blast tore through his leg muscles. The impact also damaged his spine and injured his brain. Two members of his crew died in the chaos, one in his arms. The nightmares still haunt him.

“I have PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and (was told) to get involved …

Top 10 things to do in Galveston this weekend of August 26, 2022

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… Island Rideout and Bike Expo

What: The Moody Gardens are will transform into a cyclist’s paradise this weekend! an 18-mile Rideout on lovely Galveston Island, combined with a Bike Expo that showcases the newest equipment. Plus, have fun at The Bike Pub Crawl, Reserved Back Alley Bicycler Zone, and a Saturday Night Palm Beach Party with fireworks for Rideout participants and hotel guests! When: 26-28 August 2022 | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Where: 1 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554, United States How: $35 (for Saturday event only) | Friday and Sunday events are FREE; Registration required. …

Dry Bike Wheel Rolling To Freshly Filled Sikes Lake

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Today, on the next to last Wednesday of the 2022 version of August, my bike took me, eventually, to Sikes Lake, where I was pleased to see the Sikes Lake Bayou, which you see above, and the rest of Sikes Lake, back at its full pool glory.

The temperature was in the low 80s when I did the wheel rolling, with little wind, and some clouds blocking the sun, at times. Quite pleasant weather conditions for outdoor activity.

Last Saturday I was at Sikes Lake when …

Austin nonprofit giving away free bikes to Uvalde students

By FOX 7 Austin Digital Team | www.fox7austin.com

AUSTIN, Texas – Operation Get Out, an Austin nonprofit organization, is gifting new bicycles to 3rd-6th grade students in Uvalde.

The organizations says it is teaming up with The Move, a sports podcast by Lance Armstrong, JB Hager and George Hincapie, to transport 800 brand-new bikes from Austin to Uvalde.

The bikes will be loaded into three different H-E-B semi-trucks at Ski Dock on Thursday, August 25. Two days later, on Saturday, August 27, the bike giveaway will be held in Uvalde at Winter Garden Produce.

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