Getting started on today’s bike ride took a turn to trying to get the PowerPod and Lezyne Macro Plus computer to pair with fresh instructions from the maker of the PowerPod. But another failure. I planned on riding my Lynskey R300 with the PowerPod but after the failure I switched to my Canyon Endurace which uses Favero Assiomo pedals as the power meter. They have no trouble connecting to the Lezyne computer. I could switch the Favero pedals to the bike I ride each day which is not hard to do.
With that out of the way I began the ride at 11:28 AM but the Lezyne computer didn’t start recording the ride automatically. Scrolling through the menu I checked the memory and it said no space. I erased old rides to gain space and pressed the record button. It worked. I set off on the “New Caney – Tavola – Valley Ranch” route finally. Technology, good when it works, bad when it doesn’t. My Canyon Endurace’s wheels carried me 36.35 miles by the end of the ride at 2:17 PM. The freshly waxed chain whirred silently as I pushed the pedals.
I hear a noise sometimes once I get to my cruising gears. It goes away when I stand and pedal hard and returns when I sit on the saddle. At first I thought it might be the handlebar but after tightening screws and pulling hard when standing the noise is still there. I now think the seatpost and/or saddle may be the source. More detective work required.
The foam windscreen on my GoPro Hero 7 Silver camera worked well during today’s ride. Wind noise not that noticeable but I need to trim the foam around the camera lens. When I squeeze the foam it gets in the shot.
After TS Beta moved to the northeast today warmed a few degrees and the humidity dropped some. But it felt cool at times as I rode. I wore arm sleeves today; it was warm enough to skip the thermal jersey but it may return if the cold front arrives the middle of next week. Weather for today’s bike ride: start 81 (75% humidity, 72.3 dew point), mostly cloudy, wind N calm. Finish 81 (65% humidity, 67.7 dew point), partly cloudy, wind variable 4 mph. The light wind meant headwind was not a problem most of the ride. With 4 days off my legs felt good and powering a bigger gear on the ride back to Kingwood.
Getting closer to my month’s 700 mile goal. With 5 potential biking days left I need 56 miles to get to the goal.
Bicycle repair is a volunteer-led ministry at Galveston (Texas) Central Church, a United Methodist church. The bikes are a valuable resource among those with otherwise limited access to transportation. From left are: Ricky Postell, Randall Wood and Misty Bonham. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.
Galveston Central Church is so much more than a building with a steeple. This congregation transforms into a bustling kitchen, where members cook alongside the homeless and then sit down together to share a meal. It’s also a bicycle repair shop, a laundromat and a shower facility. The coronavirus pandemic may have changed the way the church delivers its services, but nothing could stop the congregation from continuing its mission.
Pastor Michael Gienger has a vision of building a community at Galveston Central Church, where all are welcome, regardless of socioeconomic status. “My dream for Central is that you walk in there and can’t tell the …
Before you tackle the trees and landscaping, check to see if your electric saws have been recalled. More than 200,000 electric saws sold at Lowe’s have been recalled for safety reasons. In addition, fabric sports chairs sold at HEB and thousands of bicycles are being pulled from the market. …
… Electric bikes are all the buzz in recent months. Now, Pedego is recalling six models because an improperly manufactured electrical cable can cause the bicycle to unexpectedly accelerate.
Affected models are the Interceptor, City Commuter, Boomerang Plus, Ridge Rider, Trail Tracker and Stretch. Owners should contact an authorized dealer for a free repair. For more information, click here.
In another bike recall, Specialized Bicycle Components is pulling nearly 36,000 of its …
By Michael Marks & Laura Rice | www.texasstandard.org
Aaron Chamberlain says he thought he might have delay his wild idea until after the pandemic – but it turned out to be perfect timing.
Aaron Chamberlain is a cyclist and a production director at Texas Monthly. He joined us on the line on his 23rd day on the road. He was in Shamrock, Texas. And he told the Texas Standard about his journey.
On why he’s doing it:
Last year I was riding my bike on every single street in Austin, actually. So every street you see on a map I’ve ridden it in Austin. When I was finishing that project, I guess you call it. I was thinking, what should I do next? And the idea of just riding around the entire perimeter of the state came to me and it seemed like a possible thing if I could just find the time to do it… You know, when the pandemic hit, I kind of thought, well, this will have …
BY PATRICIA MCNEAL AS TOLD TO JORDAN SMITH | www.bicycling.com
“JUST BECAUSE YOU HAVE A DISABILITY DOESN’T MEAN YOU DON’T HAVE THE ABILITY.â€
Hometown: Panama City, Florida
Time Cycling: 9 years
Age: 58
Occupation: Cycling housewife
Reason for cycling: To encourage more women and girls to be physically active on bike. To show people that just because you have a disability doesn’t mean you don’t have the ability.
I’m not really athletic. I kept saying, “I’m not riding that bike, it’s too pretty, it’ll get dirty.†But my husband, who has been trying to get me to ride since 1985, got me into riding in about 2011. …
… I rode about 135 miles a day, for six to eight hours a day. The whole trip from Panama City, Florida, to Los Angeles, took about 45 days. I would’ve finished sooner, but I got sick and stayed in San Antonio, Texas, for two weeks. …
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Fort Davis Cyclefest
Fort Davis, Texas
September 19, 2020
Officially the Fort Davis Cyclefest was cancelled this year. However, a large group of people showed up anyway and all did their own thing–hence "a la carte." As such, there was no staging area, no set time to ride, no imposed direction to ride, no rest stops, no official SAG, and NO T-SHIRTS. …
WHOOP-DEE-DOO! 9th St Dirt Park chasing after big brother. Packed today with 3-5 yr olds and their moms, dads, Grammys and Pops. #ATXpic.twitter.com/p1HL5AzjTI
You can walk, bike or run but whatever you do, get active! Our A-train Rail trail is a great place to soak in the sun. 🌞 We even have a handy new trail map! The map features rest areas, connecting trails and more. Check it out here: https://t.co/3HyVzwDh4lpic.twitter.com/QZXXxcvVGp
New Event Chasing Watts – FBK-Bellville 50 – Bellville, TX FBK-Bellville 50 – We're heading to Bellville to enjoy a change of scenery and rolling hills this Saturday. Ride departs from the Austin County Fairgrounds at 966 E Main St. at 7:30am sharp. Pl… https://t.co/0o55PGuDaZ
New Event Chasing Watts – Sugar Cycles MS150 Replacement Ride Sugar Cycles MS150 Replacement Ride – This Saturday would have been the MS150 Reimagined ride. The Sugar Cycles MS150 Team will be riding the the Chruch Loop as a replacement ride. A 40 mile a… https://t.co/tobOrJN9UO
New Event Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – El Paso, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
THIS IS A NON-CLUB RIDE. Wednesday Night Ride – 18 – 21 miles, flat. Through October (Daylight Savings Time) riders depart from either River Run Plaza or Rio Plaza between 5:30 and … https://t.co/jqDz4tB6MQ
Spinistry's Hell of the North Texas gravel grinder is once again running in conjunction with Tour de Paris weekend in Paris, TX! Club Spinistry members save $35!!!
After not biking since last Saturday it felt good to get back on the Lynskey R300 and ride today. Before I could ride though my Jeep went to the auto repair shop for a the pesky “check engine light” and oil change. I wasn’t sure how long that would take so I rode their shuttle back home. Just after getting dressed to ride they called and I made the return trip to pick up the Jeep less check engine light and new oil. With that out of the way wheels rolled at 10:06 AM to begin the “Atascocita – Walden” route. I chose that route because I had another appointment which limited the time. Finishing at 12:03 PM I biked 26.36 miles. No 200 miles this week.
The sky was overcast and I rode in a light mist until I crossed over the San Jacinto River on the way to Atascocita. Normally that is reversed. I broke out my long sleeve thermal jersey for the first time since spring with the temperature at 71. It is supposed to warm up over the next several days so my thermal jerseys will probably stay in the closet. Weather conditions: start 71 (91% humidity, 68.3 dew point), overcast, wind NW 6 mph. Finish 71 (88% humidity, 68.2 dew point), light rain/mist, wind N 9 mph.
While I wasn’t able to ride yesterday I waxed the chains on the Canyon Endurace and Lynskey R300. The Lynksey pedaled quietly on today’s ride and I expect the Canyon will do likewise Friday.
Only one GoPro on the bike ride today but with a new foam wind shield wrapped around the Hero 7 Silver. If you listen to the video the wind noise is gone or very low. Towards the end of the video the edge of the foam appears along with my finger. I need to improve my holding position.
My monthly goal suffered from the rain and I lost most of what I was ahead but today regained a few miles. Where I stand now.
92 miles to go. Good thing this month’s goal is less than August’s.
No power readings in today’s bike ride because my Lezyne computer and the PowerPod will not talk to each other. Link to my Strava activity page.
Like many Houstonians tired of being indoors and pleasantly surprised by the cool weather last weekend, I took to our city’s increasingly well-developed and mapped bike trails to seek fresh air and nature during these often too-isolating times.
At approximately 10:30 in the morning on Sunday, September 20, 2020, I was ambushed, assaulted, and robbed on the Buffalo Bayou trail near Guadalupe Plaza east of downtown Houston near the intersection of Jensen Drive and Navigation Boulevard.
The assailants were three young males in their teens or early 20s. They were waiting under the Union Pacific railway bridge—a section of the trail with limited outward visibility and no easy detour.
Moments before I passed him on my bicycle, the oldest assailant threw another bike in front of me, which caused my bike to flip and me to crash. My riding companion rode …
‘Gear Up: The Science of Bikes’ rides deep into the world of non-motorized two-wheel transportation.
They say you never forget how to ride a bike. And at a new STEM-based exhibit at The Health Museum, visitors will see nostalgic models that may call to mind their first time on two wheels.
With 13 bikes on display and interactive exhibits that demonstrate how the machines work, “Gear Up: The Science of Bikes†is particularly timely as the U.S. is experiencing a renewed interest in biking and, as a result, a shortage of bikes at retailers nationwide.
“In light of the pandemic, everybody is focusing on getting outdoors and being healthier,†says John Arcidiacono, the museum’s president and CEO, who adds that …
One of the things I like about Strava is that it is an effective odometer. I am able to see how often I do things to the bikes.
I put a new $65 tire on after 2,850 miles. That got me thinking about how much it costs per mile to operate a mountain bike. That one tire cost 2.28 cents per mile. So extrapolated two tires cost 4 1/2 cents a mile. That’s interesting.
Then I started thinking about all the other things that we go through. Either buying new things or service costs that I can’t do; dropper posts, chains, shocks, brake pads, rim tape & stems, sealant, and…what else?
I think that 5 cents a mile is a conservative cost per mile. Not that …
I got a notice about the new Austin Environmental Directory, and that got me to thinking. As I tend to think a lot while bicycling, this thought must have percolated in the back of my mind. When it was done reuminating, it spit this idea out. Of course, the AED is free, which would not be ideal for putting together a detailed account of all things cyclist in Austin. Although the eco book is free, A Dude would need to recoup the costs of his time and effort for …
When I look back at this week, two things stand out: the Northeast Texas Trail (NETT) and beer. I remember reading about the NETT in Texas Monthly a couple years ago and really wanting to ride the trail, but I couldn’t envision a time when that would happen. Well, I certainly figured that out, didn’t I? From the start of this trip, I was hoping I’d get to hit as many breweries as possible along the way. That didn’t happen until this week, when I was able to visit three. Not only that, I was also lucky enough to hook up with friends I’ve met within the …
Mountain bike photographer Mike Cartier, based in Texas, put together this creative video to show his process, the emotions, and mishaps at the 2020 Shred Eagle Enduro at Camp Eagle. Check out the video, photos, and a few crashes.
We did a couple of socially-distanced laps at @COTA last night as part of their Bike Night series. It happens each Tuesday through October 20.#rideyourbikepic.twitter.com/wOAisYt2yg
And here's the latest on the topic presented at #TRBAM, also led by @BaharDadashova: 'Estimation of Average Annual Daily Bicycle Counts using Crowdsourced Strava Data' https://t.co/4cKH39HXf1
My earlier work on leveraging crowdsourced data to understand bicycling for health: 'Where does bicycling for health happen? Analysing volunteered geographic information through place and plexus'https://t.co/Qw0vTvwsFopic.twitter.com/ZZAsW13MhB
New Event Houston Bicycle Club SOCIAL DISTANCING CITY RIDE – Houston, TX https://t.co/2yg4bbO4Dx
This will be a moderate length leader led in-town ride, but maintaining social distancing so that we can be as safe as possible. Please bring a mask to wea… https://t.co/btrdayJFhw
New Event Stinson Airport Trailhead Ride – San Antonio, TX Hill Country Bicycle Touring and Adventure Club Sunday, September 6, 2020, at 8 am. We'll start at Stinson Airport Trailhead. We’ll ride to the end of Cassin Trailhead (total ~13 miles), then rid… https://t.co/3ocED3AaB6
