{"id":23778,"date":"2014-04-16T00:01:15","date_gmt":"2014-04-16T05:01:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=23778"},"modified":"2014-04-16T00:01:15","modified_gmt":"2014-04-16T05:01:15","slug":"texas-bicycling-digest-of-news-and-blogs-april-15th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2014\/04\/16\/texas-bicycling-digest-of-news-and-blogs-april-15th\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling Digest of News and Blogs April 15th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Help Bike Austin plan its strategy at May 3-4 summit<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Pam LeBlanc\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.austin360.com<\/h4>\n

\n Feel safer pedaling in bike lanes? Wish your favorite restaurant had a bike rack? Want a hand in shaping the future of cycling in Austin?
\n Bike Austin is hosting a summit May 3-4 to plan its strategy for the next three to five years. The new organization, created by a merger between the Austin Cycling Association and Bike Austin, is dedicated to…
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2014 Hillacious Bike Tour<\/a><\/h2>\n

Don Bynum’s Blog<\/h4>\n

\n It is always good news when a new organized ride crops up out here in the Texas Hill Country.
\n The first ever annual Hillacious Bike Tour, seemingly put on and supported by just about every human being in Lampasas County, was held Saturday April 12 and from my perspective it was very successful.
\n Saturday morning my riding buddy, John Chalmers, stopped by my place and we stuck my Catrike in the bed of his truck beside his new carbon fiber prostate crusher then drove about 40 minutes to the Lampasas Middle School on the South end of town, where the ride was to start.\u00c2\u00a0 There were several different length routes to choose from.\u00c2\u00a0 John and I considered the 70 miler but in a…
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City Cycling\/TS101 Classroom<\/a><\/h2>\n

Austin Cycling Association<\/h4>\n

\n Riding in traffic is smooth when you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122re prepared with the knowledge and skills to avoid potential conflicts.\u00c2\u00a0 In the City Cycling\/TS101 class, you will learn where to ride safely on the street, how to be visible and predictable to motorists and where to position yourself at intersections.\u00c2\u00a0 Even if you are an experienced cyclist, you will be surprised at how much you did not know about safe cycling.\u00c2\u00a0 This in-class lecture will cover the following topics:
\n The Bicycle–Parts
\n Maintenance Basics
\n Clothing and Equipment Basics
\n Bicycle Handling Basics
\n Your Role in Traffic
\n Avoiding Crashes
\n Hazard Avoidance Maneuvers
\n Riding Enjoyment
\n All classes are taught by…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Maypearl to Ennis Bike Overnight Bluebonnet Tour<\/a><\/h2>\n

Lone Star Cyclists<\/h4>\n

\n Date: Saturday, April 26, 2014 – 8:30am
\n Sunday, April 27, 2014 – 8:30am
\n Ever wanted to get on your bike some Saturday and just keep going? Then join us for a Bike Overnight on April 26 and 27 (Saturday and Sunday). We’ll ride 60 miles from Maypearl to Ennis and stay overnight in a hotel. Soft beds, hot showers, room service… well, room service is just a dream, but you get the picture! There are several restaurants to…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Walnut Wednesday Workday<\/a><\/h2>\n

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

\n Wednesday, April 23, 2014\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
\n Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
\n 12138 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX (map)
\n ARR is back in the trail work business!\u00c2\u00a0 We have our insurance certificates and are getting back to work.
\n What: Walnut Wednesday Workday
\n When: Wednesday, April 23rd from 5:30PM to 8:00PM
\n Where: Meet in the pool parking lot
\n What will we be doing:\u00c2\u00a0 We will be working on…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Nate for the Win!<\/a><\/h2>\n

Diane Goggins,Campaign Owner\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0fundly.com<\/h4>\n

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\n Nate Aikele is a competitor in every sense of the word. He works hard, studies hard, rides hard and for sure plays hard. He makes goals and accomplishes them by giving everything he has, and then digging deeper to give even more. He keeps Christ as his rock and has unwavering faith in God. He is an incredible brother, uncle, son, athlete, student and doctor (almost).
\n On Thursday, April 10th, Nate was participating in a cycling race in Austin, TX called The Driveway Series. The course consisted of a route that had two sharp U-turns right before the finish line. After circling around the course multiple times, he prepared to finish strong with a win. He was out in front of the other cyclists when he looked over his right shoulder to…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Energy Corridor Bike to Work Day<\/a><\/h2>\n

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

\n When: May 15, 2014 @ 6:30 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c 7:30 am
\n Where: Terry Hershey Park Gazebo
\n 15200 Memorial Drive
\n Houston, TX 77079
\n Cycling groups now forming at Energy Corridor companies; lunch-and-learns workshops available to provide guidance
\n 14-APR-9-bike-to-work-posterRiding a bike to work can refuel the soul, improve health and reduce traffic. And one way to experience bicycling commuting is The Energy Corridor District\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s 10th annual Bike to Work Day Thursday, May 15, when groups and solo riders from all compass points pedal to work into The Energy Corridor.
\n Amid a sea of colorful bikes and jerseys, the dawn ride ends at the Terry Hershey Park gazebo for a celebration of cycling, with raffle prizes, giveaways, plus food and…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Keep Those Knees In!<\/a><\/h2>\n

Bike Noob<\/h4>\n

\n Back when I started riding, I was with a friend who was an experienced biker, taking a few laps on the Veloway. At one point, a young woman passed us, and my friend picked up the pace to stay close to her. This surprised me, because this particular friend isn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t interested in women.
\n I caught up to him, and he said, \u00e2\u20ac\u0153I wanted to see her position on the bike \u00e2\u20ac\u201d if she kept her legs in. She does. Looking good.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d
\n Huh?
\n \u00e2\u20ac\u0153A good rider keeps the knees close to the top tube,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d he replied. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Some people ride with their knees sticking out to the sides.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d
\n Uh, guilty as charged. When I walk, my feet splay out a bit. I even have…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Highlights from the 2014 Lancaster Country Ride<\/a><\/h2>\n

Greater Dallas Bicyclists<\/h4>\n

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\n The Greater Dallas Bicyclists hosted our annual bike rally in Lancaster, TX on April 12, 2014. This year’s Lancaster Country Ride had 1158 registered riders who braved gusty winds on the 23, 42, and 62 mile routes. The 42 and 62 mile routes included Sugar Ridge Road, which is part of the Bluebonnet Trails Festival. The bluebonnets did not disappoint this year. There were masses of them along the roads.
\n Rally Director Brenda Barnell praised the GDB club member volunteers who worked at the rally. “It truly warms my heart to see so many people (red shirts!) working together to make a huge rally very safe, friendly and fun for so many cyclists! Without each and…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Charter Reserve Stage Race Results<\/a><\/h2>\n

Tyler Bicycle Club<\/h4>\n

\n Charter Reserve Stage Race Results spreadsheet\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Buck Creek Trails \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Not my A game<\/a><\/h2>\n

Turnin’ Crank<\/h4>\n

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