{"id":24533,"date":"2014-05-30T23:13:28","date_gmt":"2014-05-31T04:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=24533"},"modified":"2014-05-30T23:13:28","modified_gmt":"2014-05-31T04:13:28","slug":"texas-bicycle-blog-and-news-digest-may-30th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2014\/05\/30\/texas-bicycle-blog-and-news-digest-may-30th\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycle Blog and News Digest May 30th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Day 16 – Lubbock, TX: Bailed Out by the Post<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Christopher Johnson\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0North By West By South By Far East<\/h4>\n

\n Woke up to an unexpected surprise this morning, but the frosty cold was actually not that bad given the fact that the winds were still calmed when I exited the tent. I was even able to change over the tube without wearing my gloves, but unfortunately the patch that I had put on in Anson the other day had developed a slight leak.
\n The leak didn’t seem that bad, so I proceeded only to find the tire soft again after roughly two miles. This is what I had been fearing all through last night, as I was forced to use my last patch to cover the old leaky patch. This didn’t help, though, but luckily when I reached the hamlet of Justiceburg once the tire went soft again I found a quaint country diner where I could…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

For Houston Cyclists, Bike Plan is On the Way<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Aaron Reiss\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0blogs.houstonpress.com<\/h4>\n

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\n Not much good could’ve come from Chelsea Norman dying in December 2013, killed while biking her way home from Whole Foods.
\n It was past 10 p.m. when she was hit by a car that did not stop. It wasn’t until February that the woman driving the car that hit Norman was arrested.
\n A tip to Crime Stoppers helped solve the case
\n On Thursday, Crime Stoppers was rewarded with a…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Uptown Ciclov\u00c3\u00ada shuts down Dallas streets to put bikes, pedestrians in the spotlight<\/a><\/h2>\n

By ANDREW SCOGGIN\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.dallasnews.com<\/h4>\n

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\n The training wheels had come off 6-year-old Gregory Cherry\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s bicycle just two days earlier.
\n As his parents, Paul and Natalya Cherry of Rowlett, stood in an Uptown parking lot Monday, Gregory couldn\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t wait to hit the road, pedaling around in circles. The fitness-focused family had planned to run as part of Uptown Ciclov\u00c3\u00ada, but Gregory\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s two-wheeled revelation changed their minds.
\n \u00e2\u20ac\u0153We like anything that encourages out-and-about family stuff,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d Paul Cherry said.
\n Monday, thousands of people made their way to Uptown Ciclov\u00c3\u00ada, a car-less path traversing parts of…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Day 2 Winnie to Livingston (No, not MT!)<\/a><\/h2>\n

2 On a Tandem<\/h4>\n

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\n May 29th 2014
\n 86.7 miles
\n 6 hrs 8 min saddle time (st)
\n 14.1 avg
\n Well, isn’t that special- a flat tire. Yup, before we even thought about getting on the bike. We found a piece of wire on the inside of the tire. Must’ve picked it up when we rode to the store last night.
\n Yikes, it was hot today! 88 degrees. Not exactly the type of weather you’d normally choose to ride in for that long.\u00c2\u00a0 But, we kinda didn’t choose…
\n We miscalculated. Based on weather predictions for today, we changed our route yesterday to try to…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Brownsville bicyclists will ride all the way to Austin<\/a><\/h2>\n

Marty Watson Reporter\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 \u00c2\u00a0www.kveo.com<\/h4>\n

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\n BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS (KVEO NEWSCENTER 23) \u00e2\u20ac\u201d Some members of the Brownsville Bike Brigade will cycle all the way to Austin and back in an event called “Look Out Austin” beginning Sunday.
\n The 350-mile ride is an attempt to spread bicycle safety awareness throughout the state.
\n The Bike Brigade is also hoping to demonstrate the environmental benefits of community with bicycles rather than…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Summer Camp @ Ft. Lewis College: Calling all dirt-shredding high school boys and girls in Texas.<\/a><\/h2>\n

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

\n The 2014 Texas, Utah and Arizona Leagues are hosting 2 1 week summer camps at Ft. Lewis College in Durango, CO.\u00c2\u00a0 These camps are intended to offer any high school student in the USA, the opportunity to fellowship with other student athletes in NICA leagues while riding mountain bikes in one of the best locations in America. The cost of attending the camp with…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Ride Interview \u00e2\u20ac\u201c Collin Classic \u00e2\u20ac\u201c McKinney, TX<\/a><\/h2>\n

www.wheelbrothers.com<\/h4>\n

\n Time for another awesome Wheel Brothers Ride Interview! We were lucky enough to grab a quick interview with Rob Scichili, the Marketing Director for the ride. He gave us the scoop on this long running, awesome ride on June 14th, out in McKinney, TX. Check it out!
\n Why join your ride?
\n The Collin Classic is a quality ride that offers something for both the serious cyclist and the weekend rider. With four different routes of 22 to 64 miles, we strive to provide riders with an exceptional experience, that supports an exceptional cause.
\n How long has your ride been around?
\n The ride has been around for 23 years now, but this is only the second year to be managed by us.
\n What was the motivation behind starting the ride and who benefits from it?
\n The original motivation 23 years ago came from the many North Texans who cycle and decided to start up the Collin Classic as an annual ride. City House is the sole beneficiary of the Collin Classic and is one of our primary…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Ride that Shall Remain Nameless<\/a><\/h2>\n

Shawnee Trail Cycling Club<\/h4>\n

\n It will, of course, remain nameless until it has a name.\u00c2\u00a0 We have very exciting news about our Saturday ride offerings.\u00c2\u00a0 Beginning Saturday, May 31 2014, we will have a regular 50-60 mile ride at a C Pace (15-17mph).\u00c2\u00a0 It will leave at 8am, along with CPS, so come prepared to make a ride choice.\u00c2\u00a0 This ride is 50-60 mi with a moderate hills, making the ride a challenge, but not overwhelming.\u00c2\u00a0 I think you\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ll enjoy the mostly smooth and…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Upcoming Rides and Events<\/a><\/h2>\n

Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club<\/h4>\n

\n June 8, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 8, 2014 11:30 am
\n Leon Spring to Shavano Park
\n June 14, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 14, 2014 1:00 pm
\n Rudy’s Ride
\n June 21, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 21, 2014 5:00 pm
\n Saturday June 21st Open Ride
\n June 22, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 22, 2014 5:00 pm
\n Sunday June 22nd Open Ride
\n June 28, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 28, 2014 5:00 pm
\n Saturday June 28th Open Ride
\n June 29, 2014 8:00 am \u00e2\u20ac\u201c June 29, 2014 1:00 pm
\n Sunday June 29th Hay’s Ride\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Spinning My Wheels On The Gateway Park Roller Coaster Before Getting Melons At Town Talk<\/a><\/h2>\n

Durango Texas<\/h4>\n

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\n Today my mountain bike’s handlebars got rolled to a familiar location in Fort Worth’s Gateway Park, looking down a cliff at the green Trinity River.
\n My inferior photographic skills are unable to adequately photograph something like a…\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

RIDE SCHEDULE – Georgetown Cyclopaths<\/a><\/h2>\n

><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Day<\/td>\nDate<\/td>\nTime<\/td>\nMeet at<\/td>\nMiles<\/td>\nMap<\/td>\nMiles<\/td>\nMap<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Saturday<\/td>\n5\/31\/2014<\/td>\n8:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n31 miles<\/td>\n B9<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n40 miles<\/td>\n B6<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/td>\n6\/1\/2014<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n35 miles<\/td>\n B23<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n41 miles<\/td>\nB58<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saturday<\/td>\n6\/7\/2014<\/td>\n8:00 AM<\/td>\n Catholic Church in Andice<\/a><\/td>\n35 miles<\/td>\nA3<\/a><\/td>\n48 miles<\/td>\n A4<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/td>\n6\/8\/2014<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n33 miles<\/td>\n B59<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n42 miles<\/td>\nB49<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Saturday<\/td>\n6\/14\/2014<\/td>\n8:00 AM<\/td>\n Dale’s Essenhaus Restaurant in Walburg<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n32 miles<\/td>\n WA11<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n46 miles<\/td>\n WA12<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/td>\n6\/15\/2014<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n20 miles<\/td>\n B37<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n35 miles<\/td>\nB24<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saturday<\/td>\n6\/21\/2014<\/td>\n8:00 AM<\/td>\nGravel Parking Lot in Weir<\/td>\n27 miles<\/td>\n WE2<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n51 miles<\/td>\n WE8<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/td>\n6\/22\/2014<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n20 miles<\/td>\n B36<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n31 miles<\/td>\nB61<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Saturday<\/td>\n6\/28\/2014<\/td>\n8:00 AM<\/td>\n Union State Bank in Florence<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n29 miles<\/td>\nF5<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n40 miles<\/td>\nF6<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sunday<\/td>\n6\/29\/2014<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\n Berry Springs Park<\/b><\/a><\/td>\n20 miles<\/td>\n B42<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n34 miles<\/td>\n B55<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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DATES Events<\/a><\/h2>\n

Dallas Area Tandem Enthusiasts<\/h4>\n

\n Sunday June 1st @ 8:00 AM
\n DATES Tour of the TV Towers<\/a>
\n Wednesday June 4th @ 6:15 PM
\n Round and Round the Lake Ride<\/a>
\n Sunday June 8th @ 9:00 AM
\n DATES Van Alstyne Ride<\/a>\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Day 3. Livingston to Lufkin<\/a><\/h2>\n

2 on a tandem<\/h4>\n

\n May 30th 2014
\n 44.5 miles
\n 3:03 ST
\n 14.8 avg
\n A couple minor things from yesterday:
\n We did a good job of hydrating yesterday. I drank almost two Camelbaks (45 oz each) plus a 20 oz bottle of sport drink. Gerry drank about a gallon. Looking back we’re pretty sure that my issue of not feeling well on Wednesday was lack of liquids. In the excitement of getting going and riding along the Gulf, I just forgot to drink.
\n My fortune cookie from last night said, “You will soon be crossing desert sands for a fun vacation.” I had to laugh, thinking “if we cross any desert sands, we have taken…
\n \"\"\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Tweets<\/h2>\n
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Ride of Silence 2014 Upper Rio Grande Valley: http:\/\/t.co\/UBevST8bPU<\/a><\/p>\n

— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) May 31, 2014<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n