Texas Bicycling News Digest November 18th
Camp Eagle Bike and Climb Nov 21-23
by John      www.austinbike.com
Once a month or so, Camp Eagle – Real is open to the public for both biking and climbing. If you haven’t had a chance to make it out here, it’s a good trail (and it is often a race destination if that tells you a bit about what the riding is like.)
For more information go to their website
CranksGiving, November 29
by John      www.austinbike.com
For the first time, the event will feature two connecting loops – the standard Flat Creek race loop (7 miles), and the newly constructed Pedernales Falls State Park Loop (9.5 miles)! You will not need to ride on the road, as the two properties are adjoining and the gate between them will be open.
This will be a great opportunity to ride on both properties and experience an event that might be a once in a lifetime occurrence.
To register for the event, go to: https://www.bikereg.com/cranksgiving2014
Online registration – $25 (ends 11/25/14)
Onsite registration – $30
USAC License required. One day permits available onsite: $10
How many laps can you ride around Flat Creek and Pedernales Falls in 6 hours? Ride begins at 9:30am, last laps start no later than 3:00pm. Earn a raffle ticket for each lap on each property which you complete (so a full lap earns you two tickets). Results and …
Photos from CX7s | Austin, Texas | Nov 15-16, 2014
Photos : © Nicole Ortega / de mis ojos      texasbikeracing.com
Mother Nature treated us to some real cyclocross weather last weekend. Thanks to Jack & Adam’s, High Five Events, the Austin Cross Cup, and Cross Project 2015 for an excellent weekend of racing.
10 Most Popular U.S. Bike Trails
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If you’re looking for an awesome mountain bike ride through the Houston forest, look no further than Memorial Park Trails. This gorgeous, heavily forested park is like a leafy oasis surrounded by the concrete jungle of Houston.
Complete with some easy areas, mid-level sections as well as some expert-level zones, this 6-mile long trail has something for mountain bikers of all skill levels. Unlike many other bike paths in the Houston area, this relatively hilly trail includes plenty of twists and turns and also crosses over creeks and …
Mid-Season Report – Sandbagger’s Ball, part deux: Ladies’ Night
by Beer Chaser       texascx.com
Yeah. We’re a few beers in to the evening and have blown off whatever the hell else it is we’re supposed to be doing (like this week’s race previews) to bring you the women’s edition of the Sandbagger’s Ball.
To get an idea of the rules and regulations regarding upgrades, check out last week’s report on the men too scared to put in for the upgrade.
Editors note: Unbeknownst to us, Ray Frias actually requested and got his cat 3 upgrade the day prior to our last article. Not that we would have cared had we known. And Cassidy Keleand? After winning in Georgetown and then winning Day 1 at CX7s, what did he do on day two? Raced the 3/4 on Sunday. Ouch.
We’re looking at a handful of the top ranked women racers in Texas as well as a few other well known names. If we leave someone out that you love dearly, or that is a total sandbagger, let us know! We probably won’t do anything about …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Bike Event: Wheels & Reels Cycle-In Cinema -Edinburg, TX: When: Fri Nov 21, 2014 7pm to 9:30pmÂ
CSTWhere: … http://t.co/9KIOimW1q9— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 18, 2014
New Bike Event: El Paso Puzzler Endurance – El Paso, TX: When: Sun Jan 18, 2015 8am to 12pmÂ
CSTWhere: Farm to… http://t.co/jzojpoI7s0— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 19, 2014
Tweets
Hotels – booked. Bikes – readied. Cowbells – tuned. 47 days and counting to @AustinCX15 !!
— Kirschen Seah (@kirschen) November 19, 2014
#colonelscx #cyclocross #txcx #fwcx #fortworth http://t.co/rzGzTjjY6f pic.twitter.com/EUiPKIHd2z
— Chris Jennings (@jenningschris) November 19, 2014
#colonelscx #cyclocross #txcx #fwcx #fortworth http://t.co/RHwCEBEbFj pic.twitter.com/y3tpn9Rxz4
— Chris Jennings (@jenningschris) November 19, 2014
#colonelscx #cyclocross #txcx #fwcx #fortworth http://t.co/YOnQx2EVGa pic.twitter.com/LIFDuadY6j
— Chris Jennings (@jenningschris) November 19, 2014
Wed Night Rides from Carpenter Park at 6PM on 11/19. B and C groups will be heading out; lights required!
— PBA Rides (@PBAGeneral) November 19, 2014
Byram is trying to work with league City to open up some mountain bike trails in the area. If you are a league… http://t.co/5VeMKPENTj
— GHORBA (@ghorba_org) November 18, 2014
The cold temps haven't kept the Martin middle school bike club indoors! pic.twitter.com/r5LIpcU0e6
— Ghisallo Cycling Initiative (@GhisalloFound) November 18, 2014
Registered for Houston Cross Challenge this weekend. Having fun and getting better every race. #htxcxchallenge #cx #txcx
— Jeff C. (@331miles) November 18, 2014
#sneakpeek from my photoshoot in #Houston. My client had a bike riding shoot with her love.… http://t.co/6Lsk2y8bDx
— Chrissy Woods (@mschrissywoods) November 18, 2014
https://twitter.com/701westroad/status/534748426081017856
Gentle bike rides unique to the Austin experience. #bikeaustin #touraustin #tour #texasbiketours http://t.co/xuOwWbPf0i
— Texas Bike Tours (@TexasBikeTours) November 18, 2014
PHOTO: Brian Luenser doesn't let the cold weather faze him. There's something about having the Trinity Trails all… http://t.co/5Me6NROYBa
— Fort Worth Bike Sharing (@fwbikesharing) November 18, 2014
RT @akaKathyJ: 2 days of "lapped & last", but that's what I get for being the old lady lining up with the big girls. #TxCX < keep with it!
— the ghost of TexasCX (@TexasCX) November 18, 2014
Anyone interested in a bonus Wednesday CX next week? Speak up if so. http://t.co/LHMD5QOqNn
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) November 18, 2014
Early AM training for #cx with thesufferfest Revolver. #IWBMATTKYT #pain http://t.co/sd4Sdh3cD7
— Jeff C. (@331miles) November 18, 2014
Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Weeknight Cyclo-cross Races – Richardson, TX, Nov 20, 2014 05:30PM – 3400 E Renner Rd, Richardson, TX 75082, USA(CST) http:
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 18, 2014