Texas Bicycling News Roundup December 31st 2014
Milligan College team set for cyclocross nationals
by Tony Casey      www.johnsoncitypress.com
If you’ve never seen a cyclocross race before, those on the Milligan Buffaloes cycling team think you’re missing out.
“The crowd is always thriving,†said Nolan Tankersley. “It’s really energetic and fun.â€
Tankersley, an Erwin native who’s now one of Milligan’s top rider, said it’s not uncommon for there to be a beer section at professional cyclocross races and a raucous crowd to go with it. The crowd Tankersley describes might not be found at Milligan’s next race, which is the 2015 USA Cycling Cyclocross National Championships in Austin, Texas, set to take place Jan. 7-11.
Coach Zack Nave has been at the helm for about two years and has high hopes for his …
2015 US Cyclocross Nationals Course Preview – Zilker Park, 12/30/2014 !!!
by cyclingfan1981
(Unofficial) course recon video of the 2015 US Cyclocross National Championship course held at Zilker Park in Austin, TX (Jan 6-11, 2015).
Cyclists will tough it out at 8th annual El Paso Puzzler endurance mountain bike race
By Victor R. Martinez / El Paso Times
El Paso cyclist DJ Singh has been riding mountain bikes for more than a decade. He has ridden in races in Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona where he has seen climbs of 2,000 vertical feet.
But nothing can compare to the course right smack in his backyard.
Singh is one of the organizers for the eighth annual El Paso Puzzler, an endurance mountain bike race with three courses — 13 miles, 35 miles and 50 miles.
The El Paso Puzzler, presented by Rudolph VW and Mazda, takes place in the rugged Franklin Mountains State Park on Jan 18.
“I do plenty of other marathon races, cross country races and multi-day races,” said Singh, who is …
It’s really happening now… y’all look out!
bikeabledallas.com
OMG… Is that…? Yes, it is!
After months of waiting, the striping crew has started installing the new bicycle facility on McMillan Avenue! The southern end of this project will have shared lanes, transitioning to bike lanes (with a bike lane buffer, where space allows) on …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Bike Event: Cibolo Ride – San Antonio, TX: When: Sat Jan 17, 2015 9am to 12pmÂ
CSTWho: Texas Bicycling Eve… http://t.co/CfKEzeUnmv— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 1, 2015
Tweets
NEXT AT 4 ON @KPRCLocal2: @jacelarson has a look at the new White Oak Trail connector. It's already a huge hit with runners and bikers.
— Aaron Fernandez-Wische (@KPRC2Aaron) December 31, 2014
I got to hang out here today as we shot a story on a new part of the trail opening. Nice view huh? Story airs at 4pm. pic.twitter.com/92Ir86NU4a
— Jace Larson (@jacelarson) December 31, 2014
Guys! Sun. AM at @AustinCX15 we are hosting a Belgian CX Nats viewing party. Come join us. https://t.co/UcXgCYsXJG
— Bill Schieken | CXHAIRS Media (@CXHairs) December 31, 2014
Photo: December riding. #Samson #fortworth #mountainbiking #bike #adventures #hdr #specialized #texas… http://t.co/rRdj4q70I0
— Carter Baker (@CarterFBaker) December 31, 2014
RT @DowntownHouston: Watch this short segment to learn about quick & affordable ways for getting around downtown http://t.co/iN0MPLBoGE"
— Houston BCycle (@HoustonBCycle) December 31, 2014
Ride stats for 2014:
125 rides; 5210.9 total miles;302 hrs 52 min (little over 12.5 days) riding time;Ave dist 41.6 miles;Ave spd 17.2 mph— James Hamric (@HokieinSA) December 31, 2014
It's New Year's Eve! Everyone have a safe and happy 2015!!
— ELBOWZ Racing (@elbowzracing) December 31, 2014
Happy New Year!! http://t.co/R45KcM2hft
— Bike the Bricks (@BikeTheBricks) December 31, 2014
Unless I get on my bike today (remains to be seen), I'll finish the year at exactly 1500 miles ridden. I'll take it.
— Su Wilcox (@cheekysu) December 31, 2014
https://twitter.com/txbikeracing/status/550329372855394306
https://twitter.com/bikenoob/status/550259968352739329
Event Reminders
2 Day Alert: Bike-Friendly Friday Breakfast – College Station, TX, Jan 02, 2015 07:00AM – 201 Dominik Dr, College Station, TX, 77840, Un
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 31, 2014
2 Day Alert: Pedernales Falls State Park Trail Build & Ride! -Johnson City, TX, Jan 02, 2015 09:00AM – Pedernales Falls State Park (2585
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 31, 2014