{"id":19354,"date":"2012-11-17T23:03:52","date_gmt":"2012-11-18T05:03:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=19354"},"modified":"2012-11-17T23:03:52","modified_gmt":"2012-11-18T05:03:52","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-november-17th-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2012\/11\/17\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-november-17th-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for November 17th"},"content":{"rendered":"

DATES Post-Thanksgiving Ride<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nDallas Area Tandem Enthusiasts
\nWhen:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Nov 23, 2012 – Nov 25, 2012
\nWhere:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Thee Hubbell House Bed and Breakfast – Winnsboro
\nCategory:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 DATES ride<\/p>\n

Description
\nDATES has scheduled a post-Thanksgiving ride (Fri., Sat. and Sun.) for several years. These
\nhave been either in the Hill Country or East Texas. There was no ride last year due to lack of
\ninterest.<\/p>\n

This year we are planning on going to Winnsboro, Texas again. Winnsboro, in Wood County,
\nis great for cycling because of the many, many paved Farm to Market and County roads and
\nthe relatively few cars. We\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll have shorter rides on Friday and Sunday, with a longer ride on
\nSaturday.<\/p>\n

So, make your plans, and send email to…<\/p>\n

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The Hilly Chili Ride – AKA – DATES New Years Day Ride<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nDallas Area Tandem Enthusiasts
\nWhen:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Jan 01, 2013 11:00 AM
\nWhere:\u00c2\u00a0 The Home of Donna and Steve Bishop – Cedar Hill
\nDescription
\nRide Name:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 The Hilly Chili Ride
\nWhen:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Tuesday January 1st, 11:00 AM
\nWhere:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Donna & Steve Bishop\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s house
\nHow Far:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 38 mile loop or 22 mile loop
\nRoad Type:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 6 miles of frontage road, the rest rural\/residential
\nDirections:
\nTake Hwy 67 south through Cedar Hill to Mt. Lebanon Road.\u00c2\u00a0 Exit and turn right onto Mt. Lebanon.
\nTurn right onto Texas Plume (just past large white house).
\nAt the first stop sign, turn right onto Lake Ridge Parkway.
\nTurn left onto Park Ridge.\u00c2\u00a0 (Turn is marked with signs for Valley Ridge Park and Tangle Ridge Golf Course).
\nPass the park on your left and the golf course on your right.
\nAt the second opportunity, turn left onto Line Drive.
\nAt the second opportunity, turn right onto Muirfield.
\nAt the first opportunity, turn left onto Royal Lytham Court.
\nLunch:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Chili, cornbread, soft drinks and beer at Donna and Steve\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s house. Sports on TV.
\nOther:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Showers available
\nNon-riders welcome
\nPlease RSVP for lunch and bring a side or dessert.
\nContact Info: Steve and Donna Bishop…<\/p>\n

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Annual Christmas Party<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nHill Country Bicycle Touring Club
\nThere will be food, music, gifts, games, and fun at the annual Christmas party. Be sure to attend with the whole family.
\nThe annual Christmas party will be held on Friday, December 7th, 6:30 PM at the Roosevelt Park Clubhouse in San Antonio (same place as last year). This year we will try a \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Potluck\u00e2\u20ac\u009d meal with meat provided by the club and side dishes provided by the members. I have attached a food list, on which you can put your preference of a side dish or dessert to bring. When you have decided what to bring, please email Amanda at xxxxxxxxx, so she can track \u00e2\u20ac\u0153who is bringing what\u00e2\u20ac\u009d. Also, please let her know if you plan to attend and not bringing a side dish. This year there will be no charge for the dinner, but we need to have a head count so folks will know what quantities of food to bring. …<\/p>\n

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Accumulations<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Steve A\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0DFW Point-to-Point
\nA week ago Friday marked my 400th consecutive commute since the last time I drove to work – February 9, 2011. Over that period of time, accumulations have built up.<\/p>\n

Mileage Accumulations
\nThe obvious accumulation is the mileage and how those are distributed. Namely, I tend to simply keep riding a bike to work every morning because it is set up. That mileage switches to a different bike when the first one becomes inconvenient due to maintenance or other needs. This year, I rode one bike the first couple of months, and another the rest of the year.
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\nWear Accumulations
\nTrunk Bag Earlier This Year
\nWear is a commuter\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s equivalent of rust \u00e2\u20ac\u201c it never sleeps.\u00c2\u00a0 For example, I noted early this year that my bike…<\/p>\n

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Thanksgiving at Lake Murray<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nLone Star Cyclists
\nYou are all invited to the second annual Lone Star Cyclist Thanksgiving at Lake Murray State Park and Resort.<\/p>\n

This year Tim and Karl have planned some awesome routes that include a little visit to the Arbuckle Mountains.\u00c2\u00a0 But hey, our booties will need a little break so Sandy has found other activities to enjoy. This is a perfect trip to bring non-cycling family.<\/p>\n

…Thursday
\n8:00 Breakfast in the lodge restaurant.
\n9:00 Ride starts for the 24-mile ride around the lake(http:\/\/ridewithgps.com\/routes\/1878380 ) with 1554 feet of climbing and a max grade 5.3. This ride offers many low rollers.\u00c2\u00a0 Sandy did not find this too challenging, but was a bit pooped by the end of the ride.\u00c2\u00a0 We will take a left out of the Lake Murray Resort and then drop down into Buzzards Roost to pick up any riders who are camping and did not come up for breakfast.\u00c2\u00a0 This pull out offers a great view of Tuckers Tower.\u00c2\u00a0 For those needing a bit more challenge and riding fast, I suggest they take advantage of the many turnouts to various camping areas along the way.\u00c2\u00a0 This will give you more challenging miles and keep you closer to slower riders.\u00c2\u00a0 Bring…<\/p>\n

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Changing hearts on two wheels: Wounded warriors’ inspiring ride<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Jeff Anastasio \/ Kens5.com
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