{"id":15796,"date":"2012-09-12T23:20:27","date_gmt":"2012-09-13T04:20:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=15796"},"modified":"2012-09-12T23:20:27","modified_gmt":"2012-09-13T04:20:27","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-september-12th-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2012\/09\/12\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-september-12th-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for September 12th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fall is upon us, let the buck sightings begin!<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Nick_R\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0forums.mtbr.com
\nAbsolutely love this time of the year…came upon a group of some awesome looking bucks this evening along Salado Creek, just south of 1604. There were three of them each having equally impressive racks, 10 and 12 pointers, trophy bucks for sure. Tried getting my phone out to snap a pic but sadly was too slow, they ran off never to be seen again. Looking forward to many more similar encounters as fall progresses. …<\/p>\n

December Club Ride @ Rocky Hill Ranch<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nSaturday, December 8, 2012 – 09:00
\nAustin Ridge Riders
\nSaturday December 8 is tentatively set for Rocky Hill Ranch’s Annual Benefit Weekend and we hope to support them in this effort.<\/p>\n

More details as to the events of the day will be posted as they become available.<\/p>\n

You do not have to be an ARR member to participate but we’d love to have you join. ARR Members in good standing will be reimbursed the day fee and if you are unsure about your membership status, please email arrwebsite@gmail.com and we will check and let you know.<\/p>\n

As always, we will be breaking into groups based on skill level and then we’ll hit the trail with the “No Drop” policy in effect so no one gets left behind. All participants must sign a waiver and properly wear a helmet when on a bicycle.<\/p>\n

ARR will be hosting a post-ride lunch and everyone is encouraged to bring something to share (fruit, chips, sweets, etc.) …<\/p>\n

October Club Ride @ Muleshoe<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nSaturday, October 13, 2012 – 09:00
\nAustin Ridge Riders
\nIt is time to hit the beautiful, shady trails at Muleshoe. Riders love the fast rolling sections in the middle that make the rocky drops and climbs on either end well worth it.\u00c2\u00a0 More details as to where we we set up for the post-ride lunch.<\/p>\n

As always, we will be breaking into groups based on skill level and then we’ll hit the trail with the “No Drop” policy in effect so no one gets left behind. All participants must sign a waiver and properly wear a helemt when on a bicycle.<\/p>\n

You do not have to be a ARR member to participate in this ride but we’d love to have you join up. All riders must sign a waiver and properly where a helmet when on the bike. Bring plenty of water! …<\/p>\n

9th Annual Fall Campout & Trail Ride<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nwww.fwmba.org
\nThis is an opportunity for everyone to come together for a weekend of camping, mountain biking, sitting around the campfire, catching up with old friends and making new ones. And unlike all other overnight DORBA or FWMBA events during the year, this one requires no reservations, no commitment, and NO VOLUNTEERS<\/p>\n

When: October 26, 27, and 28th. I will be there about 3pm on Friday<\/p>\n

location: Solavaca Ranch Mountain Bike Trail and Campgrounds: http:\/\/solavaca.com<\/strong><\/a> just a few miles northwest of Glen Rose Texas (see maps below) No Dogs are allowed at this working ranch, because the ranch dogs love humans, but hate any other dogs.<\/p>\n

riding: two excellent trails to choose from: Dinosaur Valley State Park, and at Solavaca Ranch, one of my all time favorite trails.<\/p>\n

Camping: Solavaca Ranch (see maps below) There 2 Porta-let toilets. The land owner, Mack, will provide a water hose by his barn, if you need water, but the only showers will be what you provide yourself. I use the 5 gallon Sun Showers sold at Sports Authority and Walmart. They work GREAT, just hang them up from a tree before your ride and they…<\/p>\n

Club Meeting – Lone Star Cyclists<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\n09\/17\/2012 – 7:30pm
\nIt’s almost that time again! This coming Monday is our September club meeting. The nominating committee will be making their recommendations for the 2012-2013 officers. Saundra Grigsby will be presenting some nutrition tips, and as always there will be good snacks in case you have to come straight from work! You will not go hungry!
\nThe board will meet at 6:30. All are welcome to attend.<\/p>\n

Time for a Change<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Ray Garza\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0Ciclistas Urbanos
\nSummer is \u00e2\u20ac\u0153officially\u00e2\u20ac\u009d over and it\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s time for a change, cycling rides that is. Members of Ciclistas Urbanos are thinking of moving our night rides back to Saturday mornings, but still keeping a monthly night ride too. It all depends on the weather and when it starts to get cooler during the day.<\/p>\n

We know that some members were not able to join us during the night rides and welcome an early morning ride. For those members, hang on for dear life as it will happen soon! …<\/p>\n

Urban Bikeway Design Guide<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nurbanvelo.org
\nTransportation activists take note. The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) hase released the second edition of the Urban Bikeway Design Guide, a comprehensive manual for designing city streets to make them safer and more sustainable. The updated edition has an interactive online guide and a new chapter focusing on bicycle boulevards, which are not just dedicated bike lanes, but entire streets set aside from major roads.<\/p>\n

From the press release:
\n\u00e2\u20ac\u0153The second edition of the NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide will play a significant role in how the city of Phoenix designs and installs its growing network of bike lanes, routes, and boulevards,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d said Wylie Bearup, Director of the…<\/p>\n

It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s coming! Texas Gatorfest!<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nPageant winners and more ….
\nBy Dayna Haynes, Editor\/ The Progress
\nTexas Gatorfest held a \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Kick-Off\u00e2\u20ac\u009d weekend this past Friday and Saturday at Fort Anahuac Park. There was a BBQ Cook off contest, a washer and horseshoe tournament, a 14-mile bicycle tour to Oak Island and back, and a street dance on Saturday night featuring entertainment by David Glenn.<\/p>\n

The Gatorfest Pageant competition was also going on this past Saturday, with all the lovely young ladies vying for the tiara. This year\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Senior Texas Gatorfest Queen is Jordan LeBlanc. Kristie Thompson, First Runner Up, Kaitlyn Bennett, Second Runner Up, Carlee Stork, Third Runner Up attend the senior court and Fourth Runner Up is Brittany Mayes. In The Progress\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Gatorfest…<\/p>\n

Recreational Sports Calendar & Sign-up Sheet – Sept. 12, 2012<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nSan Antonio Express-News
\nBicycling: Today, 8 a.m., Wheelers Senior Ride, 30 miles, Floore\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Country Store, Helotes. 210-643-0314.
\nBicycling: Saturday, 8 a.m., Boerne Ride, 25 to 70 miles, city hall, Boerne. 210-325-2500, 210-524-9393. …<\/p>\n

Okolona man bikes 3,200 miles across country<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nWritten by Keiara Carr | The Courier-Journal
\nAt 66, Jack Wheatley of Okolona has reached a goal that people half his age would be hesitant to attempt.
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\n\u00e2\u20ac\u0153I wanted to see if I still had it,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d he said. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153It might have taken me a little longer, but I did it.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/p>\n

He biked 3,200 miles across the country, starting in San Diego on Feb. 7 and ending in Jacksonville, Fla., on April 11.<\/p>\n

The former CEO of the old Southwest Hospital in Valley Station made the trek in 64 days, crossing California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and…<\/p>\n

Microsoft in Irving hosting opening, closing ceremonies for Lone Star Ride 2012 on Sept. 29-30<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBy Deborah Fleck \/ News Assistant\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0irvingblog.dallasnews.com
\nThe Lone Star Ride Development Team is challenging North Texas businesses and supporters of the Ride to help raise $20,000 by Sept. 20. The 150-mile cycling event, set for Sept. 29-30, raises funds for three North Texas HIV\/AIDS service organizations \u00e2\u20ac\u201c AIDS Services of Dallas (ASD), AIDS Outreach Center of Tarrant County (AOC) and Resource Center Dallas (RCD).<\/p>\n

Many new sponsors have joined the Ride this year, including Microsoft as host of LSRFA at their facility in Las Colinas, which will be the location for the event\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s opening and closing ceremonies.<\/p>\n

The goal of Lone Star Ride 2012 is to give back $150,000 to these life-saving organizations that…<\/p>\n

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The more force you can apply to your pedals, the faster you will go. Use these drills to help boost your pedal power: http:\/\/t.co\/gjljjxDB<\/a><\/p>\n

— Active.com (@active) September 12, 2012<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n