Slightly warmer weather for today’s bike heading north to FM 1485 and back. I started at 11:40 AM and finished at 2:23 PM. Second ride on the Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS. I moved the cadence sensor on the left crankarm and no problem today. Good to be back on the road riding 32.31 miles and making progress towards my 300 mile goal for February. Todays route was “Kingwood – FM1485 – Kingwood”.
I saw another cyclist in Elm Grove Village on Rustling Elms. I don’t see many cyclist there.
Weather: 69 (humidity 36%, dew point 41), partly cloudy, wind W 2 mph; finish 71 (humidity 29%, dew point 37), partly cloudy, wind variable 6 mph. I left the leg warmers at home but kept the thermal long sleeve jersey and wind breaker jacket. I probably could’ve used a regular long sleeve jersey and the jacket.
A project that would see a major hike-and-bike trail in Pasadena has entered the design phase.
Lisa Graiff, a project manager for the Houston Parks Board, the nonprofit group overseeing plans for the Vince Bayou Greenway Trail, said design work on the effort is expected to be completed by the end of May.
The path would begin at Memorial Park, 500 W. Jackson, on the city’s north side and follow that waterway south to Strawberry Park, 1104 Parkside. The …
See #Houston from a different perspective – take a bike ride with #ConnectSmart! Find an available @HoustonBCycle bike using ConnectSmart or use your own bike and let the app navigate for you.
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Find something for every member of the family with Grand Prairie Parks, Arts & Recreation Department. View the February blog post to find activities, promotions, and programs upcoming across #GrandFunGP.
The new one-mile section of the Violet Crown Trail will connect homes + businesses near Brodie Ln. + West William Cannon Dr. through the Williamson Creek Greenbelt + Indian Grass Prairie Preserve ???? More info: https://t.co/FZWNEX1hzBpic.twitter.com/gfFgxSUHb6
We're ready to connect more communities and improve this critical piece of infrastructure that connects the @theloopdallas directly into the Dallas CBD! pic.twitter.com/A0dwJRRJfJ
Urban adventure ride from Fort Worth to Dallas utilizing a combination of public roads, Trinity Trails and singletrack mountain bike trail. Gravel bikes, cyclocross bikes and hardta… https://t.co/56eMrQ1N0q
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I’ve been waiting for today’s bike ride since I picked it up on Monday. The weather warmed up above 60, the sky was blue and my new bike was ready to ride. I rolled out at 11:23 AM on my new Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS eTap bike. This was my first ride on it. Because I’m not familiar with electronic shifting I decided to ride Kingwood streets. Also my eyesight is still adjusting from cataract surgery. I needed to get creative on eyewear since my prescription sunglasses weren’t usable. My solution was to use the sunglasses that fit over my regular glasses. The optical store removed the right lens from my glasses because my sight changed so much. I didn’t know if the sunglasses that slide over my regular glasses would stay put but the snap on held them snugly.
As I was getting ready to walk the Cervelo outside I spun the front wheel to activate the speed sensor and nothing happened. I checked the battery and it was dead. A new battery fixed that problem.
2022 Cervelo Caledonia Rival AXS eTap
With the first ride I didn’t know if I setup everything properly. The only problem that came up was the placement of my cadence sensor on the left crank arm. The strap on my left shoe hit the sensor when I didn’t keep my heel out. After the ride I moved the sensor closer to the pedal so that problem should be fixed. Everything else seems to be good. A longer ride may bring up something.
Learning the SRAM AXS eTap shifting doesn’t appear to be hard but it does require a light touch. If I push the lever too long it shifts more than one gear. The shape of the brake levers is very different from the Shimano Ultegra 8000 levers I have been using on my other bikes. But that will become the norm as I use them. A nice feature is pairing the rear derailleur with the Wahoo Bolt computer. Now on the screen it shows which gear both front and rear it is on. At first I didn’t see the front derailleur but it is the upper right corner.
Ride comfort on the Cervelo feels very much like the Canyon Endurace. The handle bar shape is round and not aero like the Canyon. I liked the aero shape because there was more area to put my hands. This is the first black bike I’ve owned since the Cannondale Black Lightning. I think was back in the 1990’s. The taillight mounting position is lower on the Cervelo getting it below the seat bag for better sight by approaching traffic. The weather is supposed to be a couple of degrees warmer with sun. I plan a longer ride then.
I sold my Canyon Endurace today after listing it on Craigslist Monday evening. I wasn’t sure if anyone would be interested. Several inquires and one buyer. The buyer was excited with his new bike.
2-9-2022 Strava Kingwood Streets Bike Ride Summary
The city of Richardson has begun the process of assessing its transportation infrastructure.
Previously known as the Bicycle Facilities and Trailways Plan, the initial steps for the Active Transportation Plan were presented at the Feb. 7 City Council meeting.
“This program is designed to create a visionary plan that connects all active transportation elements to create a [city] that is more accessible and usable by all ages and abilities in Richardson,” said Jessica Schutt, mobility and special projects manager for the city.
The plan integrates multiple forms of transportation, including pedestrian and bike …
A man was injured in a bicycle accident Monday night that police first thought was a hit-and-run.
According to the police:
A Wichita Falls Police officer on patrol came across an accident where a man on a bicycle appeared to have been hit by a vehicle on Lincoln Street near North Scott Avenue. First responders and an ambulance went to the scene. …
Meanwhile, on Facebook today, this mom asked about her daughter's Ghost Bike which she lovingly maintains. Don't look away. pic.twitter.com/FFQULlqgFZ
— Prioritize people over cars #fatboyonabike (@gratifihouston) February 9, 2022
People who ride bikes in the Bayou City continue to be stymied by difficult crossings where bike-friendly neighborhood streets like Osage Street meet high-speed thoroughfares like Bellaire Boulevard.
IN ONE WEEK! Join the Greater Southeast Management District and H-GAC are asking for your help and input on the mobility challenges and quality of life in the OST/Palm Center Study area. Join us on 2/15/21, at 6:30 pm-8:30 pm! Register: https://t.co/z4ZYtmey5hpic.twitter.com/O3pFj9JxY1
Raider Ride will continue services this Thursday, February 10th. It will be a soft opening as the shuttle service will be restricted to Campus Only. Also, they are hiring student drivers! $10/hour, email transportation@ttu.edu to apply.
