Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for July 17th
Moving to El Paso…how’s the cycling?
by tx_newbie         www.bikeforums.net
Hi all. I’m moving to El Paso and want to know what the (road) cycling culture is like. I’m relocating from Houston, and will be there at the end of July/beginning of August. I’m looking for advice on good bike shops, clubs for weekend rides, some good areas/routes, etc.
While I was shopping for apartments (I’ll be living up on N. Mesa), I saw a few shops (Crazy Cat Cyclery) and a few inroads off of Mesa that looked interesting (Argonaut drive, jutting up to 11% grade); there’s also the Transmountain Expressway, so I guess…
Upgrading to new bike
by WhiskeytangoM3Â Â Â Â Â Â forums.mtbr.com
Like it says I’m looking into buying a new more capable bike, I have outgrown my trusty old faithful ’07/’08 Hardrock Pro Disc and I’m looking for a bike that I can buy that will keep me good to go for much longer, something I can just update components and what not.
So far I’ve come to the choices of a Stumpjumper FSR or Camber, both 29ers. I saw the brief reviews on the 2013’s and I’ve very excited!
My question to you guys is for riding in the DFW area which would be the best option. I’ve been thinking just a FSR Comp 29er as the best all arounder to handle everything this area has to offer and then some.
I typically ride Northshore (G-vine lake), Horseshoe, Oak Cliff Nature Preserve and since a buddy and I have started riding together we’re…
Grapevine and Beyond
Lone Star Cyclists
Pace: Easy, Touring, Fast option
Date: Saturday, July 21, 2012 – 8:00am
Location: River Legacy Park, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington
It’s time to make a loop up north to see DFW, Grapevine, and then Lake Grapevine. The longer ride will then continue west to see Southlake and Westlake, and part of Keller before arriving back in North Richland Hills and the Mid-Cities. The mileage options will be…
Doubling Down in Texas
by Steve AÂ Â Â Â Â Â DFW Point-to-Point
In my last post about rainwear, some commenters noted that during summer, getting wet isn’t so bad. Mostly, I agree, but I take a longer view when I’m “doubling down.” Illustrative of that is my tendency to stock up on winter wear round about this time of year. And this summer, I’m looking at feet and hands above all else.
You see, I have dual motivations. The first is the never-ending quest to “expand the riding envelope.” In Texas, summer is the affordable time to stock up on winter and wet weather gear. The second motivation is that I DO plan to go back home (Washington State) again. Home gets a LOT of wet and chilly weather. It won’t happen…
Bicycling rules for summer survival: be safe, be aware, drink lots of water, enjoy
by Ed Todd      www.mywesttexas.com
Crucial to safety and success of the bicyclists’ mission in this weekend’s Bike MS Cactus & Crude 150-mile ride out of Midland is situational awareness — knowing what is going on around you — preparedness and being geared for survival in a peloton or as a lone rider trailed by a SAG (support and gear) wagon.
“You want to be situationally aware of what is going on wherever you are,” Midland bicyclist Kent Crowell said in reference to the term “situational awareness,” that is rooted in the military and applicable to folks across the…
Sisters devoted to Bike MS event to find cure for debilitating disease
by Ed Todd      www.mywesttexas.com
Come daybreak Saturday, 200 West Texas bicyclists will head out as if in battle, routing the unseen and unpredictable foe with a hopeful, resolute and joyful heart.
More than merely challenging their mettle on the two-day Midland-to-Post 150-mile Bike MS ride under summer’s radiant sun, the riders and their support teams of 200 volunteers bearing the sustenance of encouragement, cooling water and nourishment will be heralding a singular message in blazing orange: “a world free of…
A Bike Ride in Texas
by sbegot
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxP2saTBf6w
Clips from one bike ride in Texas on “dirt” roads. Emus, caliche roads, Boer billy goats, hills, over grazing, buzzards, and oak wilt.
Bike safety concerns escalate on campus
UPD-issued traffic citations continue to stack against cyclists
By Aaron Deering      www.thebatt.com
When driving around campus, it can be hard to find a parking spot. Or, the bus schedule might not meet your class schedule. One alternative is to ride your bike.
There are more than 2,000 bicycles registered at Texas A&M University according to Transportations Services. And riders of these bikes are under the same scrutiny as those driving cars.
Lt. Allan Baron, of the A&M University Police Department, said he…
DAY 46: #Rockies team cycling to Fraser Lake, BC, Canada
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) July 17, 2012
DAY 46: #Sierra team has Olympia, the State Capitol of Washington, in its sights.
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) July 17, 2012
@AustinCycling is hosting their Beyond the Bike Lanes meet-up tonight @BSS_Austin. FREE PIZZA & BEER. http://t.co/gypIjLsp
— BE KIND to Cyclists (@bkindtocyclists) July 17, 2012
RT @andrewthieman: see you at the Midnight Massacre? http://t.co/rju6iCpf < I wish. What a cool race idea! cc: @baquah @groovelabs
— the ghost of TexasCX (@TexasCX) July 17, 2012
Race season in Texas is coming up soon! http://t.co/d3PYMk3S
— Texas MTB Trails (@TexasMTBtrails) July 17, 2012
Help us celebrate the team's homecoming at our Tribute Gala on August 25th @FSAustin; @JackIngram will be playing! http://t.co/EKlHkKut
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) July 17, 2012
News Update: San Antonio B-Cycle Expands to Missions – The City of San Antonio and San Antonio B-cycle are partnerin… http://t.co/YvweoKDd
— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) July 17, 2012
check out one of rider's first rides! http://t.co/45eWpiTI
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) July 17, 2012
McKinney Velo with a nice showing in prereg. Thanks, guys!
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) July 18, 2012
“@bkindtocyclists: ACA's Beyond Bike Lanes mtg @ Bicycle Sport Shop. http://t.co/aEBrLkFO†Thanks everyone for coming out! cc @AustinCycling
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) July 18, 2012
ACA's Beyond Bike Lanes meeting at Bicycle Sport Shop. http://t.co/OT5x5E5x
— BE KIND to Cyclists (@bkindtocyclists) July 18, 2012
Great and informative mechanic skills training by Al Hinton at Summer Beyond Bike Lanes @bicyclesportshop pic.twitter.com/bkIjFoTQ
— Austin Cycling Assoc (@AustinCycling) July 18, 2012
Carl will be back at the track starting next week, Tues. 24th.
Text or message if you need anything. Chances are… http://t.co/y0Grts3S— Alkek Velodrome (@AlkekVelodrome) July 18, 2012