Texas Biking News December 8th 2021

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China Spring ISD identifies 12-year-old girl who died after getting hit while riding bicycle, sends letter to families

Author: Jim Hice | www.kcentv.com

The China Spring girl was riding her bike in Waco when she was hit Monday.

WACO, Texas — China Spring has now identified the 12-year-old as a student in their district.

The girl was hit by a pickup truck while riding her bicycle Monday, according to police, she died of her injuries in the hospital Wednesday.

Police said the student was riding her bike south on Salem Way when she was hit by the truck going west on Orchid Lane around 4 p.m. …

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DPS seeks help identifying hit and run driver

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The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking the public’s help in identifying a driver who struck and killed a man on a bicycle Dec. 2 in Alma and left the scene.

According to a press release, an unidentified vehicle was traveling south on the Interstate Highway 45 service road around 5:45 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 2 approximately 0.57 miles south of Alma in Ellis County.

37 year-old, Alvin Le Roy Short, of Ennis was riding a bicycle traveling north on the service road in front of the vehicle. For an as of yet unknown reason the vehicle struck Short causing him to be thrown off the …

Speedway nonprofit distributes $215,500 to area charities

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Speedway Children’s Charities-Texas Chapter has distributed $215,500 to 15 local organizations serving children in need throughout Collin, Dallas, Denton and Tarrant counties.

In addition, Speedway Children’s Charities-Texas Chapter provided 50 kids’ bicycles and helmets to both children who attended the event as well as organizations that will distribute them for the holidays to local North Texas children. The bicycle giveaway was made by possible with the help of Hope Farm, CASA of Denton County, Under 1 Roof, Northwest ISD Education Foundation, Christian Community Action, and Academy Sports & Outdoors which donated the helmets. …

Cyclist struck, killed by car in Arlington, police say

By Maggie Prosser | www.dallasnews.com

The man, who was not identified, was hit by a sedan while crossing the street.

A man was struck and killed while riding a bicycle Monday night in Arlington, police said.

The cyclist was hit by an Acura sedan around 6:30 p.m. while crossing the 800 block of Division Street. The cyclist wasn’t in a crosswalk at the time, police said.

The unidentified cyclist was taken to a hospital and later died.

The driver of the Acura was uninjured. Police said no criminal charges were expected to be filed in the crash.

City council discusses changes with bicycle facility classifications

Alyssa Gonzales | www.sanmarcosrecord.com

The San Marcos City Council discussed the Thoroughfare Plan and Bicycle Plan from the city’s Transportation Master Plan, which would modify roadway alignments and bicycle facility classifications.

Assistant Director of Planning and Development Services Amanda Hernandez provided the council with a presentation during Tuesday’s regular meeting regarding the city’s plan, highlighting changes made to various road alignments and bicycle lanes.

With the road alignments come various changes on east and west Yarrington Road, Whisper North and South, SH 80 South, Cottonwood Parkway, Wonder …

Missouri City City Council unanimously approves trail systems partnership

By Hunter Marrow | communityimpact.com

“More trails, close to home" is the motto for the Fort Bend Mountain Bike Association, a local chapter of the International Mountain Bicycling Association, an international advocacy organization that has focused on trails and access for mountain bikers across the United States since 1988.

The Fort Bend Mountain Bike Association will add to its mission in partnership with the city of Missouri City after City Council unanimously approved an interlocal agreement during a special meeting Dec. 6 for the two entities to build, maintain and manage soft surface, multiuse, natural surface trails within Missouri City’s park and trail systems, according to a Dec. 6 agenda report.

The association is already …

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Cancelled Zwift Ride, Went Outside For Real Bike Ride

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I kept an eye on the temperature as it slowly increased to 60 and then 63. With the overcast sky going for a bike ride didn’t look inviting. I opened the Zwift app searching for an event that appealed to me. I found one beginning at noon and click on the attend mark. But as I thought about it more and the temperature going up another degree I decided to cancel the Zwift ride and go for a real bike ride. I got dressed, bundling up some to counter the chilly (for me anyway) weather with shorts, leg warmers, long sleeve thermal jersey, windbreaker jacket, and full finger gloves. I was up to the chill now.

The Canyon Endurace and I rolled out at 12:18 PM riding my “Kingwood-Community Drive-Valley Ranch” route. I guessed it would cover 25 miles and actually biked 25.72 miles. This put me over my 150 mile goal for December with 163.5 miles. Looking in SportTracks I thought I rode this route several times in 2021 but it turns out today was the only time. I think I confused the route with another one that goes the same roads until I get to Valley Ranch Parkway at FM 1314. Then the other route goes NW on FM 1314 to McQueen road and back.

Weather conditions: start 64 (humidity 91%, dew point 61), overcast, wind NE 6 mph; finish 62 (humidity 92%, dew point 60), overcast, wind NE 7 mph. Not much wind or it would’ve felt colder. Thursday is supposed to be in the 80’s. I will wait and see if that happens. Today was supposed to reach 71 but short by 7 degrees at my home weather station.

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Texas Biking News December 7th 2021

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Morning ride in North Texas

by Kristi Benedict | bikerumor.com

Photo submitted by Pierre Mawet, “Saturday morning’s ride in North Texas. Looks like the longhorns would love to ride as well.”

2021 Jingle Bell Ride w Dripping Springs Mountain Bike Team

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Date: Tuesday, December 21st Time: 6:30 pm Location: Rooster Springs Elementary Parking Lot in Belterra What: A very casual, all ages and ability ride is is planned for the evening of Tuesday, December 21st. Meet at 6:30pm at the Rooster Springs Elementary parking lot. Lights and holiday decorations/costumes are encouraged. This is a no drop, casual group ride through the subdivision. Please plan on riding with your children or designating another parent, this is not a drop and run event. Must have some sort of light on your bike or helmet.

Letters to the Editor: Thanks for a good Samaritan

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Letters to the Editor: Thanks for a good Samaritan Austin American-Statesman Ricardo B. Brazziell AMERICAN-STATESMAN 1/3/09 Austin Cyclist speed down HWY 360 Saturday morning as they take advantage of the sunny weather Gratitude for a good Samaritan who helped a septuagenerian on a bike

I’d like to express my gratitude to a good Samaritan.

I’m a 73-year old avid cyclist. On a recent afternoon, I had a slight spill trying to do a U-turn. A passing motorist, a 30-ish woman, stopped and asked how I was doing.

When I said I was OK, she said to check out my bike. If it wasn’t working, she’d give me a ride home. She then waited by the side of the road while I checked out the bike. Fortunately, it was fine. She was very nice.

Shortly before, I had stopped to check a text message. A passing couple on a tandem bicycle asked if I was OK. Austin generally treats cyclists well.

Neil Cohen, Austin

KETK News accepting donations for Neal’s Wheels ahead of holiday season

by: Cynthia Miranda | www.ketk.com

TYLER, Texas (KETK) – KETK News is collecting bike donations for Neal’s Wheels in the spirit of the holiday season.

This Christmas project provides new bikes to East Texas children. Peltier Chevrolet and other viewers have already donated many gifts, but KETK is still receiving more donations. …

Crash sends 12-year-old bike rider to hospital

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WACO, Texas – Waco Police officers are investigating an auto-pedestrian crash which occurred near the 10000 Block of Orchid Lane and Salam Way.

The incident involved a 12-year-old on a bicycle and a driver.

Officers responded to the crash on Monday afternoon. The driver was traveling west on Orchid Lane, and the 12-year-old was riding their bike south on Salam Way.

The 12-year-old was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The driver stayed on scene to help with the investigation.

Bike shortage impacts local Toys for Tots collection

By Megan Vanselow | www.kwtx.com

WACO, Texas (KWTX) – Tuesday morning the Heart of Texas Builders Association dropped off 87 bikes to Toys for Tots, and say it was a struggle to get the bikes this year.

“We’re known for buying the bikes and we wanted to keep that going. We’ve been doing this for a little over 26 years, but normally we donate over 100 bikes,” Jim Patterson, President of the Heart of Texas Builders Association said.

“This year has been a lot different than years past we had to plan ahead just to make sure there were bicycles we could buy.”

Patterson says fewer bikes seemed to be available on the market, and what they could get was more expensive than years past.

“Its because of the availability of them and then our dollar isn’t going as far as it used to,” Patterson explained.

Sergeant Peter Newcomer says they haven’t had …

Cyclist Dies After Being Struck While Leaving Driveway In Red Oak

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RED OAK, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A bicyclist was struck and later died after leaving a private driveway on Monday, Dec. 6 around 6:30 p.m. Red Oak Police said.

It happened in the 500 block of N. IH-35E southbound service road.

Police said according to their preliminary investigation, the person on the bicycle failed to yield the right of way while attempting to cross two lanes of traffic and was struck by a pickup.

The bicyclist, identified as Dewey Wheatley Lindsey, 65, of Glenn Heights, died in the hospital early Tuesday morning.

The accident remains under investigation.

Dallas Bike Lane Infrastructure Overhaul Gains Momentum, But Will It Be Enough?

Matt Goodman | www.dmagazine.com

On Wednesday, the City Council votes on hiring a consultant to update its decade-old bike plan. And a new committee will be established to keep the process on track.

The city of Dallas will enter 2022 with grand plans to update its now decade-old bike plan, which had similarly grand ambitions that never manifested. Since its completion in 2011, the city has opened more trails and a nonprofit is leading an effort to create a 50-mile loop around the city, including new routes throughout east and southern Dallas. But what hasn’t changed much since 2011 is how poor our urban cycling infrastructure is, something Peter Simek wrote about a few months ago.

A memo sent on Friday to the Dallas City Council announced a new …

HPD: Man found shot in the back of the head near bike trail in Greater Third Ward

Author: Jaime E. Galvan | www.khou.com

HOUSTON — A man was found shot in the back of the head on a bike trail in the Greater Third Ward area early Tuesday morning, according to Houston police.

This happened just after 2 a.m. in the 3200 block of Elgin Street.

Houston police said officers responded to a call of a man being shot and found the victim on a bike trail near a gas station.

A bicycle was located near the victim, police said. Officers said they did not find any identification on the victim and suspect that he might be homeless.

The victim was transported in critical condition to a local hospital.

Police said they have not found any witnesses to the shooting.

Craddock Avenue Bike Lane Project proposes three options to community

Sierra Martin | smcorridornews.com

SAN MARCOS – Dozens of bicycles crowded around the entrance of Westover Baptist Church as members of the San Marcos community met on Nov. 30 to discuss creating bike lanes on Craddock Avenue.

According to city officials, Craddock Avenue will be repaved next year, and the San Marcos Transportation Department is looking to create safe options for cyclists on the road. …

View holiday lights on two wheels with Fort Worth Bike Sharing

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Don your tackiest, most festive holiday sweater and join Fort Worth Bike Sharing on its final Tour de Foundry of the year.

The ride is set for 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, beginning with a champagne toast at Thirty-Eight & Vine, 212 Carroll St., Suite 130. Riders will then stop at Melt Ice Cream in Sundance Square for a flight of one-of-a-kind seasonal ice cream flavors. Ride through downtown while singing carols and admiring the Sundance Plaza Christmas tree.

As the sun sets, the ride takes the scenic route back to the Foundry District, riding past some of the …

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Volunteers needed to build bicycles for San Antonio kids

Author: Erin Rodriguez | www.kens5.com

SAN ANTONIO — Having a bike for many children is a typical part of childhood. It can give them freedom and a sense of responsibility – which is why San Antonio’s Earn a Bike program is looking for volunteers to help this weekend.

A total of 18 volunteers are needed to act as build coaches and mentor volunteers. The program is celebrating its seventh year in San Antonio.

In a post on Facebook, the non-profit organization said: "This is an opportunity to give back this holiday season and be part of a unique day that these youth will not forget."

The role of the Bike Build Coach/Mentor volunteer is to work with the student and help as they …

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Zwift – Makuri Islands Wandering Flats

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I wanted to ride in the Neokyo world and found a way to do it when it isn’t a guest world. Create a meetup, select the world and course, then invite someone who follows you. I did that and selected Wandering Flats. I set a start time of 11:00 AM. After signing into Zwift I saw there was a scheduled meetup, joined the ride and waited for 11:00 AM. I had a problem with my extra keyboard not working. I knocked it off the stand beside my Blue Norcross AL bike and it wouldn’t work. I guess I broke it. I stopped the ride to get the main keyboard and mouse to change cameras and control the livestream through OBS.

This was my first ride on this route. I looked up the information on ZwiftInsider.com.

This the longest and flattest route route in Makuri. I think there were longer routes but very hilly. The hill at 20km contained most of the climbing. I was able to stand up and pedal without my rear wheel slipping thanks to tightening it after the last ride. 476 feet of climbing over 16.2 miles.

Outside the temperature was 57 degrees when i started Zwift. Last night when I created the meetup I thought it might be chilly plus I need some Zwift miles to reach my 800 mile goal for the year. I need 117 more miles. Tomorrow the weather is supposed to warm up so a road ride is planned.

12-7-2021 Strava Zwift Bike Ride Summary
12-7-2021 Strava Zwift Bike Ride Summary