{"id":50700,"date":"2019-07-28T23:45:31","date_gmt":"2019-07-29T04:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/?p=50700"},"modified":"2019-07-28T23:45:36","modified_gmt":"2019-07-29T04:45:36","slug":"texas-bicycling-news-digest-july-28th-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texbiker.net\/blog\/2019\/07\/28\/texas-bicycling-news-digest-july-28th-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Texas Bicycling News Digest July 28th 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Raising awareness: Aggie and friends biked 1,700 miles to support trafficking victims<\/a><\/h2>\n

By CHELSEA KATZ | www.theeagle.com<\/h3>\n

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Over the course of 45 days, Texas A&M senior Hadley Hanson and nine other cyclists biked from Seattle to San Diego in an effort to raise awareness about sex trafficking and human trafficking.<\/p>\n

Hanson said the trip \u00e2\u20ac\u201d which began in June and ended this week, traveling primarily on U.S. 101 and U.S. 1 along the West Coast \u00e2\u20ac\u201d was amazing, calling it a life-changing experience.<\/p>\n

The goal of the 1,700-mile trip \u00e2\u20ac\u201d complete with camping and a few donated hotel rooms and host homes along the way \u00e2\u20ac\u201d was not just something fun to do over summer break, but …<\/p>\n

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Austin’s Gem Bike Tour<\/a><\/h2>\n

www.way.com<\/h3>\n

Jul 31, 2019 3 hours\nRest assured this adventure isn’t just about beer. That’s just the cherry on the top. We offer tons of fun quirky facts and stories on this adult sight-seeing adventure. Located on the east side of Austin’s downtown, our highlights will include: The Capitol of Texas, Texas State Cemetery, and other unique destinations.<\/p>\n

It is an moderate level bike ride. This ride does include a couple of hills, so be ready. But, fear not, there are three different breweries that will reward your riding efforts with cold brews. \ud83d\ude42 At the end of the tour, you will leave happy, refreshed, and educated.<\/p>\n

Beers, bikes, helmets, and a knowledgeable guide are included in the price.<\/p>\n

Highlights …<\/p>\n

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37th annual Tour de Gap wraps up in Buffalo Gap<\/a><\/h2>\n

by AJ Gersh | ktxs.com<\/h3>\n

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BUFFALO GAP, Texas \u00e2\u20ac\u201d The 37th annual Tour de Gap wrapped up Sunday in Buffalo Gap.<\/p>\n

The races began Saturday — 11k, 50k and 100k.<\/p>\n

Hundreds were in attendance again Sunday for the races which benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Texas.<\/p>\n

Last year, the race raised over $25,000 for the non-profit.<\/p>\n

In the Steamboat Mountain Time Trial on Sunday, more than …<\/p>\n

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Texas Mamma Jamma Annual Bike Ride<\/a><\/h2>\n

By Tania Ortega | www.fox7austin.com<\/h3>\n

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AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) – One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. During that difficult time, she will need an amazing support system and other cancer services.<\/p>\n

One way to make that happen is to go on a bike ride right here in Austin. …<\/p>\n

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Solo Sunday Session | \u00f0\u0178\u0161\u00b4\u00e2\u20ac\u008d\u00e2\u2122\u201a\u00ef\u00b8\u008f\u00f0\u0178\u008d\u00b9 thx for the boost @TacoCabana<\/a> #tacos<\/a>
| @Strava<\/a>: https:\/\/t.co\/eAulD84NmE<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/c6PhhPrFBY<\/a><\/p>— Nate Eguia (@N8d0gg7) July 29, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote>