Texas Biking News March 10th 2022

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Cyclist dies in I-35 crash

César Rodriguez | www.lmtonline.com

Pictured is Interstate 35 merging with Frontage Road, near the location of a fatal traffic accident on Wednesday which led to the death of a cyclist.

A cyclist died in an accident reported on Wednesday afternoon along the Interstate 35 Frontage Road in north Laredo, authorities said.

At about 4:38 p.m., police officers responded to an auto-cyclist report in the 12800 block of Frontage Road on mile marker 12B of South Interstate 35.

First officers on the scene encountered a man lying on the roadway. Police requested the assistance of the Laredo Fire Department. Crews took the man to Doctors Hospital in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead.

LPD’s Crash Team took over the investigation. …

Craddock Avenue Bike Lane Pilot Project to begin

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Beginning the week of March 14, the Public Works Department, in conjunction with the Engineering Department, is scheduled to begin work on the Craddock Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Pilot Project.

The Buffered Bike Lane Pilot Project is a 6-month trial project to collect traffic data and public input regarding the operation and impacts of the buffered bike lanes. The Pilot Project will utilize existing capacity and travel lanes.

The City will perform traffic studies to collect data before, during, and after modifications to the street lanes and monitor the performance and impacts of …

Electric bikes get second look as the borderland grapples with gas prices

By Emmanuel Esparza | kvia.com

EL PASO, Texas – At a maximum speed of 28 miles per hour, e-bikes can only go so fast. But their popularity is soaring as gas prices rise.

El Paso businesses are offering various models. Electric bikes provide you the ability to pedal like a traditional bike but give you added power to go longer distances or climb steeper hills without getting tired.

Electric bikes can cost between $1,000 to $10,000 or higher.

ABC 7 spoke to a bike expert at Crazy Cat Cyclery, who said they have new and used models that range in tiers and prices.

Harley-Davidson known more for gas-powered motorcycles has joined in on the trend – developing their own line of e-bikes.

More people pedaling past the pump amid soaring gas prices

Alicia Barrera | www.ksat.com

Transportation bicycling has become more popular throughout the years, Small Planet E-bike says

SAN ANTONIO – Pain at the pump has many considering different ways of getting around town. As the Russian-Ukraine war continues, there’s no telling how high the prices at the pump will soar or when it will end. AAA lists Texas’ gas price average at $3.93.

“We saw this exact same thing happen when the bubble popped in 2008 and 2009 and when gas prices were over $4,” Marty Schlesinger said. Schlesinger is the co-owner of Small Planet E-bike located in the King William District. …

Holland TX Classic – Heartbreaker Edition • Feb 19 2022 • Holland, TX

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Categories » Men 40+ » Men GROAD FONDO – » Men GROAD FONDO – » Men GROAD FONDO – 1 LAP » Men MEDIO » Men OPEN » Women GROAD FONDO – » Women GROAD FONDO – » Women GROAD FONDO – 1 LAP » Women OPEN

Police searching for person of interest in bicycle theft case

by: Paola Cepeda | www.valleycentral.com

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Police are seeking to identify a man who is a person of interest in a theft investigation.

The Brownsville Police Department stated that on March 3, a man was captured on camera taking a bicycle from a home. …

More North Texans Considering Getting Around On Bikes Due To Surge In Gas Prices

By Alexis Wainwright | dfw.cbslocal.com

ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – With gas prices around $4.00 per gallon, some North Texans are seriously considering other forms of transportation to get around, including riding a bike.

They are weighing their options to see the best way to save money when it comes to transportation.

“We’re back up and running, bikes are back. We’re ready for the peak season,” Trek store manager Del Valley said.

A year after a bike shortage, there are …

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A Few Clouds, Light Wind On Atascocita – Balmoral – Walden Ride

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Before today’s bike ride I checked the battery on my GoPro and it wouldn’t turn on. I plugged it into the charger and after a few seconds the screen came on showing 1% battery level. My first thought was no video on today’s ride but I put the extra battery on the charger and by the time I dressed, ate a snack, applied sunscreen the extra battery was fully charged. I replaced the other battery and got ready to go. Good thing I checked the GoPro before leaving.

I decided I would ride the same route as last Thursday, “Atascocita – Balmoral – Walden” but alter a few streets. I wanted to avoid W. Lake Houston Parkway from Madera Run Parkway north to Aerobic Drive because of the heavy traffic. I also rode through Woodridge Forest which I didn’t do last week. Today’s ride covered 34.71 miles, a little longer than last week at an average speed of 14 mph also higher than last week.

3-10-2022 YTD Rides Summary Atascocita - Balmoral - Walden
3-10-2022 YTD Rides Summary Atascocita – Balmoral – Walden

Rolling out of the driveway at 11:39 AM on my Cervelo Caledonia sunshine felt good. This was the first ride outside since last Sunday due to chilly weather. While I stayed inside I rode Zwift to keep my biking streak since February 17th. By the 2:21 PM finish the sunshine lasted and the temperature warmed up from 64 at the start to 72. Wind was light coming from the E at 6 mph when I finished. The Cervelo moved nicely through the wind. I enjoy Zwifting but I prefer the outside riding. Today felt good. My legs felt good and powered up when I called on them. The link to the SRAM AXS ride report. Once I got up to speed not much shifting during the mostly flat ride.

I dressed for the 64 degrees with shorts, leg warmers, a long sleeve thermal jersey, wind jacket, but half finger gloves. I counted on the sun to keep my fingers warm. I looked at the black jacket after finishing the ride and saw numerous salt stains from sweating. Weather conditions: start 64 (humidity 52%, dew point 46), a few clouds, wind NE 4 mph; finish 71 (humidity 38%, dew point 44), a few clouds, wind E 6 mph.

The route passed through the road construction at FM 1960 on the west side of Lake Houston as you can see in the video. A little progress but no concrete poured yet. Maybe by the end of March? I rode closer to the railroad overpass construction on Timber Forest to check the progress. This is in the video. No big changes but some movement.

I claimed the Local Legend in Strava on Timber Forest Crosses 1960. Set a personal record PR on Balmoral Greens eastbound (4:34).

3-10-2022 Strava Atascocita - Balmoral - Walden Ride Summary Data
3-10-2022 Strava Atascocita – Balmoral – Walden Ride Summary Data

Texas Bicycle News March 9th 2022

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North Texans can help rebrand Fort Worth to Dallas bicycle trail

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The North Central Texas Council of Governments is looking to name and brand the 60-plus-mile bicycle-pedestrian trail connecting Fort Worth and Dallas, and residents are asked to help.

A project is underway to create a new name, brand, wayfinding system and other recommendations for the trail, currently called the Fort Worth to Dallas Regional Trail. More than 50 miles of the trail are open, spanning Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Irving and Dallas.

The ribbon cutting to open the trails is targeted for 2024. The trail is …

New bike-themed brewpub cycles into San Antonio this fall

By Francisco Ortiz | sanantonio.culturemap.com

Sure, it’s not quite autumn, but it’s never too soon to start planning for an Oktoberfest bash. And local suds lovers in search of a new brew to toast the annual celebration won’t have to leave town to break away from the same old beer offerings. San Antonio’s newest brewpub will make it a breeze to break the cycle and imbibe something different.

Introducing Breakaway Brewing Co., the intoxicating new beer joint from locals Chris Pal-Freeman and his wife, Jean, which is on schedule to open this fall.

Pal-Freeman has done a lot of moving around the United States, be it as a military brat or with his family, and his stops have included San Antonio. But the couple has spent the …

Podcast #055 – Colin Strickland talks Red Bull gravel race, bike setup & more!

by Tyler Benedict | bikerumor.com

Colin Strickland didn’t grow up cycling, but that sure didn’t stop him from bursting onto the scene and quickly making a name for himself.

Now a legend in the burgeoning gravel racing world, he’s working with Red Bull to host the inaugural Red Bull Rio Grande Gravel race in May 2022. We caught up with Colin to see how the event came to be, get a little course intel, and hear how about his bike setup, race day nutrition, and more!

Proposed Houston bike path near Herman Park to fill gap in network

Jay R. Jordan | www.chron.com

Commissioner Rodney Ellis plans on presenting the plan for approval March 22.

Plans are in the works to close a major gap in Houston’s bike network that will connect more people to the Texas Medical Center, NRG Park and several other places south of downtown Houston.

Rodney Ellis, commissioner for Harris County’s Precinct 1, is planning to use precinct funds to widen the narrow sidewalk along Almeda Road between Old Spanish Trail and Holly Hall Street. Work could start as early as May on the mile-long stretch, which will be transformed into a 10-foot wide shared-use path similar to others in the area and along the bayous that can be used for those who walk, roll, ride or run. The current design is prohibitive if multiple people are on the sidewalk at once, which could force those on …

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Velodrome Update!

Alkek Veldrome | shoutout.wix.com

The 2022 track season is coming in hot! First race is Atomic TT on Sat 12th followed by TNR on Tues 15th! – If you are planning to race this year check out our racer guide!

Upcoming Events
Atomic TT 9am Sat March 12th
TNR Bunch Racing 6:45pm March 15th
BellVelo #3 9am Sat March 19th
Intro to Track Cycling 10am March 20th
Velodrome Cycling Swap Meet 1pm March 20th
TNR Sprints Racing 6:45pm March 22nd
TNR Track on Speed 6:45pm March 29th

Video: Would you bike ride to RodeoHouston to avoid heavy traffic?

Anavid Reyes | www.click2houston.com

HOUSTON – What if you could skip all the rodeo traffic and hop on a bike straight into all the fun instead? That could be a reality in the future!

The City of Houston’s proposed new pop-up bike lane will not only help you beat the traffic, but it’s also free to park your bike in front of NRG, which means more money in your pocket for those fried Oreos at the carnival! …

UTA launches electric bike share program on campus

By Cecilia Lenzen | www.dallasnews.com

The e-bikes have 105 pickup and drop-off locations.

The University of Texas at Arlington has launched a bike share program in collaboration with Blue Duck, an electric bike and scooter service.

The program lets students rent e-bikes for on-campus use through the Blue Duck app.

Greg Hladik, executive director of auxiliary services at UTA, said the program is meant to provide the UTA community with a “micromobility option” for greater access throughout campus and downtown Arlington. …

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Brisk Zwift Ride With The PACK on Electric Loop

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The PACK and I set off riding the Makuri Islands Electric Loop route at 12:25 PM today for 60 minutes. The leader said there were 252 in the group riding. For a change I stayed in a group in between the few way out front and the blob around the ride leader. No fence so everyone was free to ride as fast as they wanted though the leader encouraged people to stay close to him (G. Alexander). This was the second time (previously on 2/18/2022) riding this route but this ride covered more distance and time. On the previous ride I rode 12.53 miles in 48:25. Today’s ride covered 20.22 miles in 1:00:43.

No major climbs today just rolling hills for a total of 495 feet of climbing. With this amount of climbing I kept my speed around 20 mph and maxed out at 27 mph. The effort was high enough to produce sweat which I wiped off with a handy towel.

My music today was 70’s on 7 at SiriusXM. The tempo helped me keep the cadence high. I sang along with a few songs. Only one momentary disconnect with OBS Studio sending the livestream to YouTube.

Outside temperature was 53 at the start and 55 at the finish. Why I rode Zwift. Tomorrow the temperature may get to the mid 70’s for my only ride outside this week if the forecast is correct.

ZwiftInsider.com describes the route “Released in Zwift’s February 2022 update, Electric Loop is a flat, short circuit similar to Twilight Harbor, but in the opposite direction.” Route basics: Length: 8.9 km (5.5 miles), Elevation: 29 m (95‘), Lead-In: 0 km ( miles). Thus today’s ride was almost 4 laps.

Six top results in Strava, probably from the faster pace than the 2/18/2022 ride.

3-9-2022 Strava Zwift Makuri Islands Electric Loop w PACK Summary
3-9-2022 Strava Zwift Makuri Islands Electric Loop w PACK Summary
3-9-2022 Strava Zwift Makuri Islands Electric Loop w PACK Map
3-9-2022 Strava Zwift Makuri Islands Electric Loop w PACK Map