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Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for January 9th

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Flat Creek Open Ride Day 2/3
by John            AustinBike.com
Flat Creek Crossing will be open for a pre-ride on February 3rd.

There aren’t that many days that are available for riding, so you should really get out there and see the trails yourself.  Mellow Johnny’s are the folks responsible for getting us access, so if you have a chance be sure to thank them.

For more information you can read this:  http://www.mellowjohnnys.com/mellow-classic-flat-creek-crossing-pre-ride/

If you haven’t been there, info on the trails and pics are here: Flat Creek Ranch – Johnson City…

Mayor Annise Parker Announces Major Sponsorship for Houston Bike Share Program
pedalhouston.org
Mayor Annise Parker today announced Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) has committed $750,000 to expand Houston B-cycle, sharing the City’s commitment to provide healthy transportation alternatives to residents.

“We are excited and proud of our new partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas,” said Mayor Annise Parker. “Bike Share is a great new transportation program for Houston and with the support of BCBSTX we are able to expand our pilot into a thriving program, providing a real commuter and recreational transportation option…

Beginner Mountain Bike Ride at Hershey Park
Houston Cycling Club
Saturday, January 19, 2013        9:00 AM
Terry Hershey Park
15200 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX (map)

This will be a beginner\ introductory mountain bike ride through the Hershey Park mountain bike trails. We will ride for an hour or two on easy trails and jeep roads. Please make sure your bike is in good working order and bring your helmet! I will be there at 9 AM to answer questions and plan on starting the ride at 9:30. I will bring an air pump for low tires. You should bring water, Gatorade or whatever you want to drink. Look for my red Jeep or call me, Jeff, at…

Tuesday Ride at Walnut Creek – Intermediate ride level
The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup Group
Tuesday, January 15, 2013        4:30 PM
Walnut Creek Park
12138 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX (map)
Getting dark earlier so starting this at 4:30 pm so we have time to get a full loop in.

Please be there and be ready to roll by 4:30 pm. We meet in the parking lot near the pool in the middle of the island.

Any question please call/text  me at…

OTC Bike& Parts Swap/Garage Sale
Old Tascosa Cycling Club Forums
“OTC will be Hosting a Swap/Sell event Jan. 19th from 10am til 2PM Saturday the cost to set up a table will be $10. It will be held InDoors on 2nd Street just West of Grant Street Building #6, Just North of The Civic Center More Info. to come.So gather up all your goods and come on down.Don’t Miss Out!!!!!

Goodbye Bob Pfarr
By Roland San Miguel        Corinth Cycling Club

Bob Pfarr Jr. – It is with a heavy heart that we continue to remember the memory of Mr. Bob Pfarr. Bob was the latest addition to our race team. Last Saturday night I dropped off his team arm warmers and gloves. He invited my wife and I in for a glass of wine, unfortunately we declined. Monday afternoon, a couple of hours before his bike ride, I took Bob a team race kit. I clearly recall the huge smile on his face as he told me that the size large bibs that I delivered fit perfectly, he normally wore XL. Bob proudly showed…

Leon Creek Greenway Ride
Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club
Sunday, January 13th:  This 23+ mile ride will start from the Valero Trailhead next to the Drury Inn Suites (Frontage road at the intersection of 1604 and IH10) at 10:00 am.  This is an out and back ride suitable for beginners since you can turn around at any time during the ride.   For more information contact ride leaders Debbie…

2013 Launch of My Houston 2040: Brainstorming the City of Houston Inner Loop West Mobility Study
www.bikehouston.com
My Houston 2040 is launching their 2013 series of monthly meetings this Thursday at Rudyard’s British Pub. Jay Crossley will be speaking about the Inner Loop West Study done by Annise Parker, Office of the Mayor | City of Houston. Jay will explain the study and lead a discussion in using the study to develop our future city and also bring up points where we, as citizens, could be asking for more improvements/changes based upon the study’s results.
Co-hosted by Houston Tomorrow, Air Alliance Houston, Social Agency Lab, & Citizens’ Transportation Coalition Thursday, January 10, 2013
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Rudyard’s Upstairs, 2010 Waugh Drive
Free and open to the public.
Food and drinks available at bar.

The Idea
Houston Tomorrow, Air Alliance Houston, and the Citizens’ Transportation Coalition agree that…

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