Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup December 29th
Brownsville groups offer running, cycling options
By YVETTE VELA The Brownsville Herald
Coming into 2014, Browns ville residents have options to make healthy resolutions for the new year: no-cost running or cycling groups.
Saturday morning brought cold and drizzly weather, but that didn’t stop a group of dedicated runners who gathered before sunrise for a weekly run at Rx Running Co., at 3101 Pablo Kisel Blvd.
The Brownsville store, which specializes in running shoes, hosts Saturday morning runs for anyone wanting to get out and improve their running times and distances — or for those who enjoy running as a…
My FitVlog Day 9 and Cycling Allen, Texas!
by Shauna Chan
Here’s my short fitvlog update for this week. I’ve only lost 2 pounds so far~~most likely because of the holiday this week. At least I didn’t gain 2 pounds! haha!
Also, I give a glimpse of today’s bike ride around Allen, Texas! When I…
ARR/RLAG Club Ride @ Rocky Hill Ranch
The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup Group
Saturday, January 11, 2014Â Â Â Â Â Â 10:00 AM
Rocky Hill Ranch
578 FM 153, Smithville, TX (map)
Look for the Austin Ridge Rider Banner
Austin Ridge Rider & Ride Like A Girl Monthly Club Ride at Rocky Hill Ranch
This month we join RHR’s Jordan’s Challenge as they raise money to fight Systemic Lupus and Juvenile Arthritis.
All mountain bikers are welcome, riders will break into groups based on skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced) and pace (fast, casual, slow). This is a No Drop ride so…
| Wednesday 01/01/14 | New Years Pot Luck Lunch And Ride | 8:30 a.m. | David Dick | |
| Saturday 01/04/14 | Montgomery | 9:00am | Ronald & Lilette Britsch | |
| Sunday 01/05/14 | Houston Sans Car | 9:00 am | Gail Wellenkamp | |
| Sunday 01/05/14 | Your Ride | 9:00am | NEEDED | |
| Saturday 01/11/14 | Zube Park | 9:00am | Ronald & Lilette Britsch | |
| Sunday 01/12/14 | Your Ride | 9:00am | NEEDED | |
| Saturday 01/18/14 | Chappell Hill North | 9:00am | Ronald & Lilette Britsch | |
| Sunday 01/19/14 | Your Ride | 9:00am | NEEDED | |
| Saturday 01/25/14 | Pattison – Hempstead | 9:00am | Ronald & Lilette Britsch | |
| Sunday 01/26/14 | Your Ride | 9:00am | NEEDED |
Trail Grooming – December 28, 2013
friends of colorado bend
This was originally going to be a full weekend trip, but the weekend between Christmas and New Year apparently isn’t a great time to schedule a trail building weekend! The only other option available was the weekend BEFORE Christmas and we figured that would be an even worse time! Two couples signed up for the trip, but one couple could only make it for the day, so the weekend became a ‘Day Trip’ for both couples and a late notice was sent out to the trail builders about the change. With no food or lodging involved, there was no deadline for signing up and all were invited to just ‘show up’ if they wanted to. Two guys took the offer, so there were…
Upcoming Rides and Events
San Antonio Wheelmen
| Wednesday, 1/1: Â New Year’s Day Ride |
| Saturday, 1/4: Â Â Â Krueger Canyon-River Road Ride |
| Sunday, 1/5: Â Â Â Â Helotes-Castroville Ride |
Intermediate & Faster Ride-Carl Barton Park
Woodlands Cycling Club
Saturday, January 04, 2014, 08:30am – 11:00am
Directions: I45 N exit 84B 336/Frazier Street. Go right on 336. Continue east about 3 miles to the park on the right. Turn right into Carl Barton Park at the second exit and park on the left side of the parking lot. Restrooms are available.
Helmets and hydration are required.
Intermediate group:Â average 16-18 mph
Faster group:Â average 18-20+ mph
Multiple routes from 40+ miles. Route is generally decided at the start of the ride based on the group and weather. Intermediate group about 40 miles. Faster group 50+ miles.
Please plan to arrive in time to be ready at the start time. …
How To : Ride Your Bicycle in Cold Weather
www.bikegurus.com
Bank robber? No, just layered up and ready for a ride in the mid-30′s!
Without the proper apparel, bicycling in cold weather can redefine what it means to be cold and uncomfortable. Wind chill is a big factor in this equation of discomfort. So what is a cyclist to do when the mercury starts to dip?
The answer – breathable layers and a windproof outer shell.
Here’s a quick peek at what I wear when the temperatures dip down between 32-49 degrees.
Your first layer should usually be form-fitting (so it plays nicer with subsequent layers you put on) and made of a breathable fabric so moisture gets pulled away from your body as you…
P123 Resolution Cross barriers
by noprobXC
Resolution Cross P123 – Sunday
by noprobXC
First lap at the run-up
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event: he Big Pig Foundation Race Against Cancer – Tyler, TX: When: Sat Feb 8, 2014 8am to 2pmÂ
CSTWhere: … http://t.co/lQZssmo5wl— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 30, 2013
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Tweets
Watching #diegem and keep noticing this flag with supporters from Texas? pic.twitter.com/LQ8Rms71zP
— the ghost of TexasCX (@TexasCX) December 30, 2013
Morning ride in nearby Hill Country Village http://t.co/Nj8zhYbPJE
— Justin Moore (@bikegeek) December 29, 2013
Happy to stand on the podium with these lads today @txcxsynd Resolution CX http://t.co/Pt6r0FT5u5 #cxnc #txcx
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) December 29, 2013
https://twitter.com/bikenoob/status/417406084970586112
https://twitter.com/BikePaulie/status/417406020986486784
Finally got in a ride!!!!http://t.co/p8KyJHHEGd #strava
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) December 29, 2013
Video from last CM is up! Awesome footage here, shout out to @jonxblaze for this vid! https://t.co/f4KZx6UpXq
— Critical Mass Houston (@HoustonCM) December 29, 2013
Second shake out ride in two days … Love Slaughter Creek Trails! http://t.co/FpnwagBHjD
— Pam LeBlanc (@fitcityleblanc) December 29, 2013
Fast masters with Will Black of @mellowjohnnys cleaning up. Ro Roman @CXProject2015 wins#SS. #TXCX #ResolutionCX pic.twitter.com/PsHkEkKrK0
— the ghost of TexasCX (@TexasCX) December 29, 2013
It's 52F so far…….skies are clear no drizzle Let's ride. Meeting Team McAllen at 0700 on th. & Nolana….McAllen..
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) December 29, 2013