Texas Biking News March 14th 2022

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Kyle PD: Woman arrested after deadly hit-and-run involving bicyclist

by: M. Acosta | www.kxan.com

KYLE (KXAN) — A woman was arrested following a deadly hit-and-run accident involving a bicyclist that happened late on March 13, according to Kyle Police.

Police said the crash happened just after 10 p.m. Sunday on the southbound Interstate 35 access Road near Martinez Loop.

The bicyclist, a 26-year-old Giddings man identified as Bret Steinmann, died at the Ascension Seton Hays emergency room from his injuries.

A witness told police about the suspect’s vehicle, with one witness following it until it stopped. The suspect was identified as Elizabeth Jenell Mitchell, 35.

Mitchell returned to the scene on foot and admitted to the crash and fleeing the scene. …

Video: Downtown bike shop sees more customers, and gas prices aren’t the only reason

Author: Sarah Duran | www.kens5.com

SAN ANTONIO — With sunny days and warmer temperatures ahead, the store manager at Blue Star Bicycling Company said more customers are coming into the downtown shop to purchase or rent out their next ride on two wheels.

He said rising gas prices have also led some people to wander in.

“There’s been a little bit of talk about the high gas prices,” said Geoff Lindsey, store manager.

The statewide gas price average in Texas is $4 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to AAA. Regardless of the recent increase, Lindsey said gas prices are a constant issue and have led many living in the downtown area to use a bike to commute around. He knows other …

Video: Could the rising cost of gas lead some Southeast Texans to turn to bikes?

by Dierra Banks | fox4beaumont.com

BEAUMONT — As gas prices rise, some across the country may be forced to turn to bicycles as a way to keep more of their hard earned money in their pocketbooks.

Velodrome & BellVelo News!

Alkek Velodrome | www.alkekvelodrome.com

While the BellVelo Grand Finale wraps up this weekend the 2022 track season is getting underway! Next up is TNR on Tues night! – If you are planning to race track this year check out our racer guide and don’t miss our swap meet on Sunday!

… Tuesday Night Racing TNR #1 is bunch races! We have Scratch, Win-N-Out and Points races on tap! It’s forecast to be a great night weather wise but will drop into the low 60’s so don’t skimp on the clothing! Gates open at 4pm, racing starts at 6:45pm. …

… Atomic TT Series #1 The Atomic TT Series kicked off on a cold Saturday morning with riders from all over the USA in attendance, at least 6 states were represented. We saw some great rides by many new faces but the tone was set but the juniors Gabi, Tegan, Elijah and Isaiah who despite slow conditions set PR’s in everything they did!

Overall it was Tak who was the only rider to go under 12s who won the F200 TT with …

Monday with Deb

Mark Noblitt MTCCSA | strava.com

No, not that Deb. No, not that Deb, either. This is a NEW Deb. ???????????? Also got to see Danny, Diana, Ivana, and Catherine! Even had a Frank Strazza sighting! Big doin’s on the LCG today!

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Tailwind, Headwind, Dog Chase Biking to Roman Forest and Back

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This week starts off warmer than last week. Today is Pi day, March 14 or 3.14. The bike ride began at 11:22 AM riding the Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS bike. It felt great riding outside after Zwifting most of last week. I rode north along US59 to Tavola where I turned to the east to ride through Roman Forest. I call this the “New Caney – Roman Forest – Valley Ranch” route. The last time I rode this route was October 27th, 2021. I didn’t think it had been that long ago. The ride distance came in at 41.13 miles to get me back on track to reach my 650 mile goal for March. I’m up to 266.2 miles now. Riding time of 2:57:08.

Getting to Roman Forest wasn’t too hard thanks to the SE 13 mph wind but the ride back was much harder. The hardest section was on Valley Ranch Parkway from the southbound US59 service road to FM 1314. Stretches of road exposed to the wind (see the video for the flags at New Caney ISD football stadium) plus the rolling small hills into the wind. I shifted to an easier gear for that section. According to AXS.SRAM.com I changed the rear derailleur 30 times during the ride. The majority of the time I used the 35×15 gears with 35×13 next.

At Rock Creek Drive and Northpark Drive the missing brown and white dog was back. He chased me as I rode west on Northpark to the usual spot where he stops. I didn’t see the brown dog.

Weather conditions: start 70 (humidity 73%, dew point 61), partly cloudy, wind SE 13 mph; finish 76 (humidity 62%, dew point 62), overcast, wind SE 13 mph. I wore a new Bellwether Alterra long sleeve jersey under a wind breaker jacket. No need for leg warmers thank goodness. This jersey is a soft fabric, sleeves are the right length, it was longer than the jacket but that is okay. The rear pockets are different: two vertical ones with a zipper and one left side horizontal with a zipper. I was comfortable and the jersey and jacket combination went well. I used the jacket pocket to hold the GoPro camera.

3-14-2022 Bellwether Alterra LS Jersey Front
3-14-2022 Bellwether Alterra LS Jersey Front
3-14-2022 Bellwether Alterra LS Jersey Back
3-14-2022 Bellwether Alterra LS Jersey Back

Strava ride summary data and RWGPS route map.

3-14-2022 Strava New Caney - Roman Forest - Valley Ranch Ride Data Summary
3-14-2022 Strava New Caney – Roman Forest – Valley Ranch Ride Data Summary

Texas Bicycling Action March 13th 2022

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Graffiti Park

Eric M | www.strava.com

Fallbrook & 249: This is NOT how cyclists should cross a busy intersection. from bikehouston

Not 80d, but it’ll do.

Joey Martinez | www.strava.com

Easy Breezy Sunday Ride

Leo Vela (VCC) | www.strava.com

Sunday Spinning with Catherine

Mark Noblitt MTCCSA | www.strava.com

56 the Hard Way

Virgil Skinner | FBK Cycling | www.strava.com

Stood up by Shaun Martin ride

Shannon Wyatt (Clean) Salsacycles | www.strava.com

Kroger crew

kelly May Nolan MTHCC | www.strava.com

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/XMQkbvlz1jc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnDthfwMV94

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Tour of Watopia Stage 2 “Stacked Flats” on Triple Flat Loops Route

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I wimped out on biking outside today. After church the temperature hovered around 60 degrees so I decided to ride Stage 2 of the Tour of Watopia after watching the finish of Paris – Nice, Tirreno-Adriatico, and Profronde Van Drenthe. Zwift named stage 2 “Stacked Flats” but there was some climbing on the just released Triple Flat Loops route, 535 feet of climbing. The distance totaled 22.67 miles which I rode in 1:10:46. This was faster than yesterday’s longer time over a shorter distance. For now this route is only for events. The route map and profile is below. ZwiftInsider.com described the route as “Originally published as Zwift Insider’s first Rebel Route in April 2019, “Triple Flat Loops” covers all three of Watopia’s “flat” routes, including Fuego Flats’ Tick Tock, Volcano Flat, and of course the classic Flat route. Zwift’s February 2022 update included this route as an event-only route that awards an achievement badge.” The route basics from ZwiftInsider.com: Length: 33.9 km (21.1 miles), Elevation: 134 m (440‘), Lead-In: 2.4 km (1.5 miles).

This was the first day for stage 2 and the 3:02 PM group B included 848 listed. It didn’t take long for the flyers to get away. I stayed with a large group for a while but then it thinned out leaving me in the 720 to 740 positions. My legs felt good and I held what I considered a strong pace. Overall I averaged 19.2 mph. On some of the downhills I hit a 33 mph max speed. I concentrated on pedaling but I did look at some of the scenery on the route. Lots of sand along the road, portions went under the water, and some wooden bridges.

I went to Zwiftpower.com to see results from stage 2. I came in at 441 out of 460 in group B. I did not set the fastest pace. Group A shows 302 (lower than I expected), Group C 205, and Group D 19 (women only). The fastest rider in Group B finished in 46:50. Each group rode a different route.

3-13-2022 ZwiftPower Tour of Watopia Stage 2 Group B Results
3-13-2022 ZwiftPower Tour of Watopia Stage 2 Group B Results

Stage 2 runs through March 16th. Another reason I rode the stage today; the weather forecast points to 70 degree days next week and not much rain. I want to ride outside which meant possibly missing stage 2. Not sure when I will ride stage 3. I don’t want to miss any of the 5 stages but I need to reach my 650 mile road mile goal for March and I’m at 225 miles now leaving 425 miles.

This week i rode each day, 6 on Zwift and 1 outside. The week summary:

3-13-2022 SportTracks Week Bike Rides Summary
3-13-2022 SportTracks Week Bike Rides Summary

Two top results in Strava: 2nd fastest time on The Esses Reverse (Zwift Insider verified) (3:01) and 3rd fastest time on The Esses Reverse (Zwift Insider verified) (3:04).

3-13-2022 Strava Zwift Tour of Watopia Stage 2 Triple Flat Loops Summary