Texas Bicycling News Digest November 17th
Police: San Antonio officer injured in hit-and-run
www.brownsvilleherald.com
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio police are searching for a person who they say sent an officer to the hospital after crashing into his bicycle while driving the wrong way down the street.
A group of officers on bicycles were dispatched Sunday to assist off-duty Bexar County deputies who reported a disturbance at a Whataburger restaurant. The officers tried to stop the car while it was traveling the …
Lufkin man inducted into Texas BMX Hall of Fame
By STEVE KNIGHT/The Lufkin News
A Lufkin man who once built highly sought-after lightweight BMX Blazer bicycle frames has made his way into the Texas BMX Hall of Fame.
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Houston has the recipe for portable water
By Dug Begley      blog.chron.com
One topic that, understandably, comes up in any discussion of bicycling as a way to get around the Houston area is the climate. For leisure, yeah, people are willing to work up a sweat — but to get to work every day?
For downtown workers, commuting by bike involves a risk of soaking your work clothes with sweat unless your office provides a place to change and maybe even shower. Then there’s the effect of 93-degree temperatures and 95-percent humidity on one’s interest in biking. It’s just not ..
HBC Christmas Lights Ride
Houston Bicycle Club
Sat 12/13/14Â Â Â 5:30 PM
Location: Hermann Park Rose Garden
Distance: 20 miles
This is a liesurely social ride for a couple of hours through Houston neighborhoods with good decorations. We’ll stop somewhere for a light meal on the way back.  Come with good lights, charged batteries and reflective clothes! Decorations encouraged.
Upcoming Rides and Events
San Antonio Wheelmen
Saturday, 11/22:Â Â Â Â Â Â Garden Ridge-Gruene Latte Ride
Sunday, 11/23:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Rebecca Creek Ride
Saturday, 12/6:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Holiday Party (new location)
Palo Duro Marathon Race Write Up
by Sharon McNutt      www.bigpigracing.org
Race write up for the Palo Duro Marathon race. This is my selfie after the race. This Tmbra marathon is 2015, technically my racing age is 50 next yr. This was one of the reasons I wanted to race a full marathon. Turning 50 is a big deal to me after aggressive cancer treatments. So here is my race report.
The morning started out cold, race start was 10:30am. Most of us was overdressed and I quickly realized I was too. At the last minute I took off some layers, and proceeded to the staging area. As usual the morning was glorious, the racers at the Palo duro marathon race are always my fav. Maybe because the canyon is just a beautiful place.
First lap and I wasn’t feeling it. I was struggling mentally. I had to much clutter in my head and I couldn’t get in the zone. I realized I wasn’t drinking enough and quickly adjusted that. By mile 12 I was in the zone, not letting anymore distractions in my …
David’s Alvarado Adventures
Lone Star Cyclists
Pace: Touring with a fast pace option (Touring pace varies12-15mph with frequent stops)
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2014 – 8:00am
Location: Alvarado High School, 1301 S Parkway Dr, Alvarado
GPS 32.391771,-97.208313
Distances: 37 and 57 Miles
Let’s meet up in Alvarado this Saturday for a couple of rides into the countryside. Both routes are regarded as club favorites and will provide a welcome start to the weekend. Choose your distance and pace group at the ride start and enjoy! …
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Bike Event: Arbor Day Celebration – McAllen, TX: When: Sat Mar 7, 2015 8am to 1pmÂ
CSTWhere: 1921 N Bicent… http://t.co/d3gRJoOIgg— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 17, 2014
Tweets
More DH2014. Pictures by Veloce http://t.co/N2AE1RNkYP
— Trek Bicycle Mission (Bike Masters) (@thebikemasters) November 18, 2014
Eye Candy
https://twitter.com/BSS_Road_Club/status/534518602813431808
Zerrianna couldnt be more excited about her new bike! Another successful earn-a-bike student at Boys & Girls Club! pic.twitter.com/I1Vjdde21h
— Ghisallo Cycling Initiative (@GhisalloFound) November 17, 2014
TxDOT w/COH, Houston Parks Board & others celebrate completion on initial BraysBayou2020 project @ Spurlock Park. pic.twitter.com/LsQfrU6Ms2
— TxDOT- HOU District (@TxDOTHouston) November 13, 2014
Our fearless leader getting ready for his run down Dramikazi at Lonestar Granite Enduro this weekend. pic.twitter.com/sEUd5wxEJM
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) November 17, 2014
First Texas cyclocross race in true cyclocross weather. Such a blast Thanks #cx7s @BSSCX #txcx pic.twitter.com/UrZXeVc5WQ
— Drew Gant (@DrewGant16) November 17, 2014
https://twitter.com/txbikeracing/status/534355169798934528
Notification: Georgetown- Sun City Cyclists Monday Ride (Road) @ Weekly from 9am to 12pm on Monday (Austin Bike … http://t.co/hTH1njwOUo
— AustinsCalendar (@AustinsCalendar) November 17, 2014
https://twitter.com/LocalBicycle/status/534338125502246912
1st in SS Open at Frisco Trail!! Thanks @RichBikeMart and @CrestCars!! pic.twitter.com/fg3dSUN88R
— Jerry Profeta (@JerryProfeta) November 17, 2014
Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Cyclo-cross Training Series at Alkek Velodrome – Houston, TX, Nov 19, 2014 07:00PM – Alkek Velodrome, 19008 Saums Rd, Houst
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 18, 2014