{"id":22267,"date":"2013-09-05T22:53:13","date_gmt":"2013-09-06T03:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=22267"},"modified":"2013-09-05T22:53:13","modified_gmt":"2013-09-06T03:53:13","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-september-5th-3-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2013\/09\/05\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-for-september-5th-3-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for September 5th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Masters Road Nationals begin with race against the clock<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nwww.usacycling.org
\n…Walter Axthelm (Durango, Colo.\/NoTubes Endurance Racing) added another Stars-and-Stripes jersey to his closet after topping the men’s 80-and-over field with a time of 32:19.6. The very well-decorated Frederic Schmid (Waco, Texas\/Jubilee Subaru) finished second with a time of 34:13.4 while Albert Piemme (Sequim, Wash.) earned the bronze medal with a time of 35:00.5. …<\/p>\n

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WNX Cyclo-cross Race Series<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\n8-week Wednesday night series — October 2 – November 20, 2013
\nWoodcreek Church, Richardson
\nWednesday Night \u00e2\u20ac\u02dccross racing tradition continues in northeast Richardson. Mountain bike short track and cyclo-cross racing
\nreturn along with a new kids challenge. New Fawley designed courses and challenges await at a great family-oriented venue.
\nCome out and experience the popular, growing sport for the first time and\/or use the series to hone your skills for the TXBRA
\nState CX Cup series. …<\/p>\n

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STORM – South Texas Off-Road Mountain Bikers<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nJoin us for a great day in McAllister Park in San Antonio. This is a great opportunity to spend time outside with family and make some new friends in the process. We will have three groups to ride in so there is no need to worry about skill level.
\nWe will partner with local bike shops to make this a safe and fun filled day for all. We do ask that bikes used for the event be in good working condition and all riders have a helmet. Safety first
\nIf you would like to follow STORM, you can do so at our Facebook Page.
\nhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/stormmtb\/<\/strong><\/a>
\nDate and Time:
\nSat, 2013-10-05 10:00 – 13:00
\nNumber of Kids Anticipated: 60
\nNumber of Adults Anticipated: 50<\/p>\n

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Georgetown- Sun City Cyclists Friday Ride (Road)<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nFri, September 6, 9am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c 12pm
\nWhereSun City Tennis Courts, Georgetown, TX (map)
\nDescriptionSun City Cyclists have a ride scheduled every day of the week. Friday ride: Three distances 14-18 mph. Approx. 30-55 miles. Meet at Tennis Courts 9:00 AM. Areas in and around Andice, Salado, Schwertner, Weir, Granger, Bartlett, Liberty Hill, Florence and\/or Jarrell. Contact Tom Crawford at mcrawf2309@aol.com (686-1649) with questions. 12-15 mph. Approx. 25-40 miles. Meet at Tennis Courts 9:00 AM. New Ride Areas around Sun City. Contact Teri Miller at terfra22@suddenlink.net with questions. 10-12 mph. Approx. 10-15 miles. Meet at Pavilion 9:00 AM. Areas inside Sun City and\/or Sun City\/Georgetown. Contact Jan Woolheater at janwool@suddenlink.net (868-5573) with question…<\/p>\n

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Midwestern State University Cycling Team<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nWe regret to announce that due to circumstances beyond our control, the SCCCC Track conference championships race weekend is canceled. If a makeup is able to be rescheduled, we will announce it as soon as we can.<\/p>\n

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TXCX Team Profile: Bayou City Racing<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\ntexascx.com
\nTeam Name: Bayou City Racing
\nMotto: Donuts!
\nGoals for the 13\/14 CX Season: Crush souls
\nRacer Profiles: Head to the team website for more information.
\nWhat is the song or Youtube video that best represents your team? …<\/p>\n

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There\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s a New RideBoss in Town!<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nShawnee Trail Cycling Club
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\nBeing the Ride Coordinator for a large club, especially one experiencing the growth of Shawnee Trail Cycling Club, is a challenging and demanding position – and ALL VOLUNTEER. This person is the first line of contact for route selection, issues on the rides, ride accidents and coordinates the education of our Ride Leaders. This person is also involved with any discussions and interactions we might have with law enforcement and government in our local communities.<\/p>\n

The Board of Directors of Shawnee Trail Cycling Club takes great pleasure in announcing that…<\/p>\n

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Big Announcment from ARR President Cindy Weisinger<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nAustin Ridge Riders
\nWALNUT CREEK PARK IMPROVEMENTS<\/p>\n

The ARR is excited to announce that we have been awarded grant funds by the Austin Parks Foundation (APF) that will be used to increase the resources available to Walnut Creek park users! The $30,000 grant includes funds for additional picnic tables, park benches, bicycle work stands, and a water fountain\/rinse station. With park facilities already at capacity, the construction of the Northern Walnut Creek Trail will bring even more users into the park. The improvements included in this grant will help to meet the needs of both new and existing park users, including us.<\/p>\n

We will be asking for assistance with the installation of some of these improvements in the next few months. Please join us in creating more places to sit and rest after a ride and places to hang your bike while…<\/p>\n

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Event added to the http:\/\/t.co\/qbTDmPlH3h<\/a> calendar: Texas Gatorfest Bike Tour – Fort Anahuac Park, Anahuac, TX 9\/7\/2013<\/p>\n

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 5, 2013<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n