{"id":22867,"date":"2014-01-04T00:30:21","date_gmt":"2014-01-04T06:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=22867"},"modified":"2014-01-04T00:30:21","modified_gmt":"2014-01-04T06:30:21","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-january-3rd-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2014\/01\/04\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-roundup-january-3rd-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup January 3rd"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bike Shops added to the Texbiker.net List<\/strong><\/span>
\nDivision One Bicycles<\/strong><\/a>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a01620 E 7th St\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0Austin\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0TX\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a078702<\/p>\n

Windmill Bicycles<\/strong><\/a>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a02209B Manor Road\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0Austin\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0TX\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a078722<\/p>\n

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Bicycling Goals For Richardson \u00e2\u20ac\u201c 2014<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nBike Friendly Richardson
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\nWhat do you think the 2014 Bike Goals for the City of Richardson should be? Please post your ideas that would help improve biking in our city \u00e2\u20ac\u201c and would cost little to nothing out of their budget. We\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll see if we can politely bring them to their attention.
\nI\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll start:
\n– Safe Passing Ordinance. They passed it in Plano and…<\/p>\n

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Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest in February<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nTexas Mountain Trail
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\nThe terrific folks at Desert Sports and Big Bend Ranch State Park are once again holding a GREAT mountain biking festival for beginners through expert riders, the Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest.\u00c2\u00a0 February 13-15, the trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park, Lajitas and Big Bend National Park will be explored with patient and skilled guides.\u00c2\u00a0 The event is a benefit for the Big Bend Trails Alliance, which does important development and maintenance work on the region’s trails, so the…<\/p>\n

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Ray Porter<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
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\nRay truly lived the way most strive to, both on the bike and off the bike. Because of that, he inspired many of us to strive to be better; better riders, better friends, better family, and better to those in need. So now friends and family, let’s celebrate the life of one of the greatest men we were lucky enough to know in our own journeys.
\nWe encourage you to ride your bike if you like. Be comfortable. If you’re wearing a kit, wear a kit. Just don’t have too much at the cash bar and…<\/p>\n

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The rise of curbs: Protected biking\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s second act begins<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nMichael Andersen, Green Lane Project staff writer
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\nAustin workers set modular precast curbs in place on Third Street downtown.
\nAfter five years of using parked cars and plastic posts to create the first generation of modern protected bike lanes, U.S. cities are starting to experiment with the next step: curbs.
\nIn Chicago, Cyburn Avenue and State Street are likely to get the city’s first curb-separated bike lanes. In Seattle, the city has used two wholesale road reconstructions, on Linden Avenue and Broadway, as chances to install cement curb separations. In Austin, two blocks of 3rd Street downtown are now…<\/p>\n

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Walnut Creek Trail Closures for 2014<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nAustin Ridge Riders
\nAs part of the ongoing partnership that ARR enjoys with the City of Austin, we are going to be doing all we can to help with the trail closures at Walnut Creek during the installation of the new paved multiuse path.\u00c2\u00a0 However, rest assured, that these closures are TEMPORARY and absolutely necessary for the SAFETY of the trail users.\u00c2\u00a0 Because there will be heavy equipment and laborers that are unfamiliar with trail users, it was in the best interest of both to temporarily close portions of the trail from January 4th until September 1.\u00c2\u00a0 To that end, here are some things to consider with the trail closures:<\/p>\n

1. Making sure that when a trail closure is put in place we abide by it. While we have a great relationship with the City we don’t want to give them a reason to question it;<\/p>\n

2. Communicate the plan to as many people as possible. Let them know the…<\/p>\n

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The January edition of the DATES-Line Newsletter<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nThis month’s edition includes the following:
\nUpcoming Rides
\nThe Hilly Chili Ride
\n2014 Southwest Tandem Rally
\nLeague of American Bicyclists Classes
\nDATES Officer Nomination
\nRide Reports
\nChristmas Lights Ride
\nDATES Annual Meeting
\nDATES Membership Renewal
\nDATES Rides & Activities<\/p>\n

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January edition of The Pedaler<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nSan Antonio Wheelmen
\nThe Pedaler Newsletter
\nHappy New Year!\u00c2\u00a0 I hope that you brought in 2014 with family and friends.\u00c2\u00a0 Although I didn’t make any official resolutions for this year, I am going to do my best to ride more this year.<\/p>\n

Please be sure to make plans to join us for this weekend’s rides.\u00c2\u00a0 On Saturday, January 4th, I’ll be the ride starter for the Krueger Canyon-River Road ride.\u00c2\u00a0 If you like hills, it’s a great ride.\u00c2\u00a0 I’m serving as the<\/p>\n

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Ride List<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nwww.velopaso.org
\nNew for 2014, Velo Paso will be posting news and info on rides in and around El Paso!
\nSunday, January 5, 8:30AM \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Sunday Ride \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Meet at Hospital Parking Lot (Edgemere and 375) \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Pace: Intermediate and Advanced \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Distance 40 miles \u00e2\u20ac\u201c To: Hueco Tanks Entrance- Hosted by EP Cyclists **Helmets and (2)H2O bottles required**<\/p>\n

Sunday\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s at 9:00 AM \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Sunday Morning Bicycle Ride (MTB) \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Meet at the Northeast trails at 9:00am. The cross country ride will be mid level loop with occasional advanced sections \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Hosted by Chuck\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Bicycle Repair **Helmet and water required**<\/p>\n

Sunday, January 5, 9:30AM \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Central\/NE Romp – Meet at Newman Park (Richmond at Alabama) Head over Scenic Drive then back to Central\/NE El Paso to Hondo Pass, then return with option to ride up McKelligon. 30 miles, moderate (15-17 mph) pace. Charlie Gallarzo, 915-241-3373; and Sylvia Mejia, 915-740-9033 \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Hosted by El Paso Bycicle Club **Helmets and water required** – please arrive 15 minutes early…<\/p>\n

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Cyclist dead after being hit by car<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nTimes Record News
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\nA man on a bicycle was killed Friday evening when he was struck by a vehicle.<\/p>\n

The accident happened in the 100 block of North Scott near Warren Street about 6:20 p.m. The identity of the victim was not immediately released. The man was apparently struck by a white GMC vehicle.<\/p>\n

A witness at the scene said the victim was…<\/p>\n

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FrostBike 50 Interview<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nwww.wheelbrothers.com
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\nReady for your first race of the New Year WheelBrothers? Maybe you have already hit the streets this year, but if you are looking for a great way to kick off 2014, look no further than the 12th Annual FrostBike 50. Check out our interview with Stacey Gascon, the host of the event, scheduled for January 12th, 2014.<\/p>\n

Why join FrostBike 50?
\nIt is a great way to start your BP MS 150 training. We are the first recommended ride of 2014. In order to participate in the National MS society\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s April 12th ride you must ride in at least two recommend rides.<\/p>\n

How long has your ride been around?<\/p>\n

This is the 30th year for the National MS Society to ride the BP MS150 from Houston to Austin.\u00c2\u00a0 In 2013 more than 100,000 cyclists raised over $80 million dollars to help create a world free of MS.\u00c2\u00a0 Please join us again in 2014 for the ride of your life!<\/p>\n

This is the 12th annual FrostBike50. There are three routes again this year 17, 45 and 55 miles. We try to…<\/p>\n

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Ray Porter Memorial: Race Against Cancer<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nTexas Mountain Bike Trails
\nBig Pig Racing will be hosting the 2nd annual Race Against Cancer!<\/p>\n

This will be a 6-hour endurance mountain bike race on the beautiful East Texas trails inside Tyler State Park. We are also happy to announce that due to the strong impact of cancer in our community and the overwhelming success of last years event, we have founded the Big Pig Cancer Foundation to make all of this years donations tax deductible and help provide an avenue for supporting local families in their time of need.<\/p>\n

In light of our communities recent loss, this year we have officially renamed the event in honor of local endurance, mountain bike legend Ray Porter who passed away on December 27th after being diagnosed with Cholangiocarcinoma on November 13, 2013. Ray and his wife Gina have been active supporters of the Dallas \/ Ft. Worth mountain bike community for many years and…<\/p>\n

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Never Stop Pushing<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
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\nDORBA and the mountain biking community lost a hero with a large heart this week.\u00c2\u00a0 Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family as we mourn the loss of a good friend.If you were one of the many Ray Porter helped along the way you know his heart. If you had to compete against him you know what a phenomenal athlete he was and I doubt anyone minded losing to him. While there will be a significant void no one can fill, Ray would have told us to push on and make greater strides.<\/p>\n

As I step down as DORBA President and Della Bird steps up, I ask each member to become more involved; to participate in trail work days, help with DORBA events, teach a skills or beginner clinic, encourage others to join and be a positive influence on the mountain bike community.\u00c2\u00a0 As a member and President, my greatest joys have been giving back to the…<\/p>\n

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White Rock Lake<\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\nby Bill Chance\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0billchance.org
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\nI always seem to get sick between Christmas and New Year. Since I haven\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t been able to breathe, I haven\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t rode my bike since the day after Christmas. I miss it.<\/p>\n

So I\u00e2\u20ac\u2122m looking at photos I took not very long ago. …<\/p>\n

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New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n

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New Event: On the Road Bike Repair Class – Houston, TX: When: Sat Mar 1, 2014 8:30am to 9:30am\u00c2\u00a0
CSTWho: Texas … http:\/\/t.co\/qDWEy0lwBJ<\/a><\/p>\n

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 3, 2014<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n