{"id":23650,"date":"2014-03-31T00:06:54","date_gmt":"2014-03-31T05:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=23650"},"modified":"2014-03-31T00:06:54","modified_gmt":"2014-03-31T05:06:54","slug":"texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-digest-march-30th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2014\/03\/31\/texas-bicycling-blog-and-news-digest-march-30th\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Blog and News Digest March 30th"},"content":{"rendered":"

El Paso police investigate off-duty officer in bicycling incident<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Alex Hinojosa \/ El Paso Times<\/h4>\n

\n El Paso police are investigating an off-duty officer who allegedly drove through a group of bicyclists in downtown El Paso Friday on his motorcycle.
\n The incident occurred at 8 p.m. while a group of bicyclists participated in the Critical Mass ride on Campbell Street. There were injuries.
\n According to the Velo Paso’s Facebook page, an off-duty officer drove his motorcycle through the group and chased a rider. Velo Paso is a non-profit organization made up of avid cyclists who want…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

EP Cyclists<\/a><\/h2>\n

\n Awesome Sunday Joint ride with EP Cyclists and El Paso Bicycle Club, we had a great turn out, we had a fast advanced group that went to Vado and came back through highway 28, an intermediate group that rode all the rollers all the way to Mesquite and back, and a great beginners ride that rode 17 miles on the rollers. Pictures will be…
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Sunday 3\/30\/14 Advanced, Intermediate & Beginner Ride<\/a><\/h2>\n

EP Cyclists<\/h4>\n

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Mankad: Bicyclists, pedestrians set to roll on road<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Raj Mankad\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.chron.com<\/h4>\n

\n Walking and bicycling have received unprecedented attention in Houston. Mayor Annise Parker committed to a Complete Streets policy last year and, a little more than a week ago, she announced a zero bicycle fatalities safety campaign. Organizers of the monthly bike ride known as Critical Mass are cooperating with police in an attempt to accommodate the growing event. Public opinion is changing, too. Houston voters overwhelmingly passed a 2012 bond for the Bayou Greenways Initiative and results from Stephen Klineberg’s annual survey show that a majority of Houstonians want a more walkable city. The perspective missing in all this, perhaps, is that we already have streets with great potential for walking and bicycling. We can reimagine the city we…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Cycling Has Made Me a Better Driver<\/a><\/h2>\n

Bike Noob<\/h4>\n

\n The ride Sunday morning had been an uneventful one. Four of us set off for Creedmoor, southeast of Austin. We found that one of the country roads we take to get there had been partially graded to prepare for resurfacing, and was not in good shape for cycling. If we go that way again, we\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll have to figure out an alternate route. One of the highlights along the way is an exotic game ranch, featuring lots of African deer and antelope, zebras, ostriches and emus, and other critters.
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\n It\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s only about 17 miles to Creedmoor, but for some reason, every group I ride with tends to stop there for a long time. We take turns going in to…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Rocky Hill Ranch!!!!<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup Group<\/h4>\n

\n Saturday, April 12, 2014\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 9:00 AM
\n Rocky Hill Ranch
\n 578 Farm-to-Market 153, Smithville, TX (map)
\n I will be starting at 9 am. It will be a nice casual pace beginner to advanced beginner. If anyone wants to do an intermediate or advanced pace you are welcome too. This is a self supported ride and you are responsible for your own food, drink, and anything else you may need to ride. Also you will need to pay $10.00 per person entrance fee. Standard disclaimers apply:
\n Ride at your own risk
\n Helmet required
\n Carry plenty of water
\n You need a working mountain bike and the ability to keep it that…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Spring Burma Time Trial<\/a><\/h2>\n

San Angelo Bicycle Association<\/h4>\n

\n 8 crazy cyclist braved the 25mph wind today for the Spring Burma Time Trial. Thanks to the volunteers to help time.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

B\/IG-Braking, Shifting, Cornering<\/a><\/h2>\n

El Paso Bicycle Club Ride<\/h4>\n

\n Tuesday, April 15\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a05:45PM
\n Description: Braking, Cornering and Shifting, Oh My!
\n April 15 program is Braking, Cornering and Shifting, Oh My! On this short ride we will practice cornering, learn about those funny levers on the handle bar (aka gear shifter) and of course give the brakes a try (hopefully they work.)
\n Program starts at 5:45pm and the ride takes off at 6:00pm. All riders should be there at least 15 minutes early. Meet at Rio Plaza, 6205 Upper Valley Road at the intersection of Artcraft & Upper Valley. Basic lesson on road biking followed by ride through Upper Valley roads.
\n For questions or more information please contact Margaret O’Kelley 915-588-3825 or check out the B\/IG web page.
\n Helmets are required for all riders.
\n Resources:
\n Braking, Cornering & Shifting Handout
\n B\/IG Webpage
\n Map to Rio Plaza
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Upcoming Rides and Events<\/a><\/h2>\n

San Antonio Wheelmen<\/h4>\n

\n Saturday, 4\/5:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Kendalia-Crabapple Ride
\n Sunday, 4\/6:\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Elemendorf Ride\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

With Siclov\u00c3\u00ada, you don’t have to look both ways<\/a><\/h2>\n

By John MacCormack\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.mysanantonio.com<\/h4>\n

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\n SAN ANTONIO \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Bicycles, roller skates, wheel-chairs, skateboards, baby carriages, low-riders, scooters and kids’ wagons.
\n You name it. If it had wheels, you could probably find it Sunday morning rolling along South St. Mary’s Street in the latest edition of Siclov\u00c3\u00ada.
\n Not to mention dogs of all description and means of conveyance, from bike baskets to special canine wagons. And not a few got a free nail job en route.
\n Under clear blue skies, it was a perfect day for…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

U.S. sweeps top podium spots at the 2014 N. American Continental BMX Champs<\/a><\/h2>\n

www.usacycling.org<\/h4>\n

\n Chula Vista, Calif. (March 30, 2014) \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Supercross racing continued at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, Calif., on Sunday with the 2014 UCI North American Continental BMX Championships. Americans Connor Fields (Henderson, Nev.\/Chase BMX), Alise Post (Saint Cloud, Minn.\/Redline Bicycles) and Shealen Reno (Plano, Texas\/Hyper Bicycles) doubled up on the wins after their victories at the Elite BMX Nationals the day before. Sean Gaian (Santee, Calif.\/Factory GT Bicycles) topped the junior elite men\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s event. …\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

April 5th and 6th Rides!<\/a><\/h2>\n

Steiner Ranch Cycling<\/h4>\n

\n For the first time in a long time we had great weather this weekend.\u00c2\u00a0 The blue bonnets were out and there were plenty of athletic events to participate in.
\n Saturday was the LBJ100 Ride which is a great ride on country roads and the proceeds go to preserve the history of LBJ and his ranch for future generations.\u00c2\u00a0 As many of you already know LBJ was the only American President that was born and claimed Texas as his home.\u00c2\u00a0 Also this year is the 50 year anniversary of the Civil Rights Act being enacted.\u00c2\u00a0 I believe next month all the living Presidents will be visiting the LBJ Presidential Library downtown so you might want to check that out.
\n Sunday only a hand full of us showed up for a nice flat 30 mile ride out to Spicewood and…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Steam N Wheels<\/a><\/h2>\n

Pedal Pushers<\/h4>\n

\n Steam N Wheels
\n March 22, 2014
\n Abilene, Texas
\n Steam N Wheels is an annual ritual for a lot of us from San Angelo. Besides being a close-by good ride, if you come in 1,2, or 3 in your age group, you win a prize. If you don’t place in the top three places…it is a well supported fun tour. You can’t lose.
\n The assembly point of the ride is the Abilene Zoo parking lot. …
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8:00am – Harden Dental Team Ride<\/a><\/h2>\n

Corinth Cycling<\/h4>\n

\n When: Sat Apr 19, 2014 8am to 11am\u00c2\u00a0 CDT
\n Where: Ronny Crownover Middle School
\n Event Status: confirmed
\n Event Description: This is the weekly training ride for the Corinth Cycling\/Harden Dental race team. This is a 62 mile loop on an established route. Expect a fast pace and be prepared to fix your own mechanicals. There are no stops on this ride. …\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Ride Out of Midlothian<\/a><\/h2>\n

Lone Star Cyclists<\/h4>\n

\n Pace: Touring with a Fast Pace Option (Touring is a varied pace with frequent stops averaging 12-15 mph)
\n Date: Saturday, April 5, 2014 – 8:30am
\n Location: Southeast corner of N 8th St and W Ave E, Midlothian, by the log cabin. Be sure to park on the north side, away from the Farmer’s Market.
\n GPS 32.484162,-96.9943
\n Distances: 30 and 51 Miles
\n We’ll head east to Waxahachie and return to Midlothian for a well-deserved lunch. The long riders will split off from the 30 milers in Waxahachie for a visit to Maypearl. They’ll pass the Texas Soaring Association airport on the way back and may even see some gliders either being towed aloft or landing.
\n Lunch: To…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Tweets<\/h2>\n
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@SCCCC<\/a> @MSUCyclingTeam<\/a> I finally made it home at 9pm. Did 306km (190 miles) #exhausted<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/VQAO1DAS8q<\/a><\/p>\n

— Anthony Sequera (@anthonygsequera) March 31, 2014<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n