Texas Bicycling News Digest February 22nd
Pace Bend Road Race 2015
U23 Development Team
A few pics from today’s Pace Bend RR! #gofast #eyeofthetiger #u23developmentteam
Jalapeño 100 bicyclists go the distance
By TRAVIS M. WHITEHEAD Staff Writer      www.valleymorningstar.com
HARLINGEN — A strong wind confronted the riders in the 25th annual Jalapeño 100 bicycle ride Saturday, but they stayed the course.
“Going against the wind was tough,†said Marcello Furlan, 75. “Coming back was a pleasure.â€
Furlan was one of 701 bicyclists who came out early Saturday for the event.
There were five courses of varying distances: 12 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 62.5 miles and 100 miles. They all began at the Oil Mill Pavilion at 906 Fair Park Blvd. The …
Man bicycling across US stops in El Paso
By Luis Carlos Lopez / El Paso Times
A California man bicycling from Los Angeles to New York to raise awareness for a form of cancer stopped in El Paso on Saturday.
Andy Sninsky, 66, suffers from multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer. He said he was riding approximately 1,500 miles from coast-to-coast and stopping along the way to raise awareness about the disease. Sninsky, who was diagnosed four years ago, said he will be …
Selma to Montgomery: On bikes, riders experience history
Kym Klass, Montgomery Advertiser
Editor’s Note: Montgomery Advertiser reporter KymKlass was one of 350 cyclists who took part in Saturday’s Selma to Montgomery Voters Rights March bike ride, starting at Riverside Park in Selma, and finishing 54 miles later at the State Capitol Building.
SELMA – The journey started here, on the Edmund Pettus Bridge, and took cyclists on long, rolling hills in Dallas and Lowndes counties.
The 54-mile route from the bridge to the State Capitol Building took 350 cyclists through history — on a route and through a time that was met with violence, anger, but also with perseverance and an unparalleled strength. …
… Cyclists arrived from throughout the country, including Kansas, Detroit, Texas, Los Angeles, Atlanta — and also Birmingham, Mobile, Dothan and the River Region. Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange said in Montgomery before riders were transported to Selma Saturday morning, it is gratifying to know that riders not only want to …
Bob Seger rocked our Valentine’s Day, & Ready2Roll MS 150 Training; Weeks 4 & 5
The Surly Biker
So last weekend was Valentine’s Day, and because we had some hoopla scheduled we skipped the Ready 2 Roll training ride. Not a big deal. So, no pictures from last week. Instead, we went with another couple to the Hobby Center in downtown Houston to see a show: Kinky Boots. And it was fabulous. Lots of fun, super funny, and even as a guy who doesn’t attend many musicals – had a great soundtrack. Highly recommended – not for the kids though. Just adults.
After the show we went further into downtown to Prohibition Supperclub & Bar for a special Valentine’s Day dinner. It was a pretty swell place. We didn’t see the show there, as we had just …
HBC Houston Sans Car Ride
Houston Bicycle Club
Houston Heights      20 miles
Sun 03/01/15Â Â Â 9:00 AM
This is an informal, leader led ride, at a leisurely pace ( Ride speed: 11 to 14 mph ) for those who want to know Houston and many of its special places, by bike. Learn basic bicycle commuting safety with a friendly group. Rest stop will include one of the city’s independent coffee houses. This ride is normally scheduled the first Sunday of each month and the route will vary at the whim of the leader, but will generally include a “figure 8 pattern” so that riders who do not wish to do the entire ride can easily return to the ride start.
Valley Roundabout
El Paso Bicycle Club
Sunday, March 1Â Â Â Â Â Â 8:00 AM
Description:    Meet at River Run, ride to McNutt, Airport, Strauss roads in Santa Teresa then return via La Union. 48 miles, 18-20 mph. Sue O’Connor, …
Is It Getting More Dangerous Out There?
Bike Noob
My friend Ramon H. from the Rio Grande Valley recently had a shock when a drunk driver plowed into several members of a group ride he was in. Two were banged up, and one went to a local hospital’s ICU. Ironically, the group was riding in honor of another of their cycling circle who was killed a year ago — again, by a drunk driver.
The crash rattled Ramon, and he is reassessing his commitment to cycling.
“At this point,†he wrote me, “I am not sure what the future holds for me as it pertains to pre-dawn cycling or road cycling in general. This …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Go for an easy beginner ride You’re invited to join our Saturday morning, beginners group ride starting … http://t.co/X6Cs8SaAn4
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) February 22, 2015
New Event Saturday Beginner Ride The ride starts from the Performance North Houston store location. We do not rid… http://t.co/ss0nFsTzcZ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) February 22, 2015
Tweets
Elbowz team in action!!! @elbowzracing @alpinestars @iamspecialized pic.twitter.com/2FQvNZIOOV
— Patricia Manfroni (@PatriciaM2506) February 22, 2015
Guys are getting ready! @elbowzracing @iamspecialized @alpinestars pic.twitter.com/l5zP6BchYB
— Patricia Manfroni (@PatriciaM2506) February 22, 2015
Cathryn Merla-Watson with the front peloton breakaway… http://t.co/LP1iOQOj3c
— Trek Bicycle Mission (Bike Masters) (@thebikemasters) February 23, 2015
What an honor to have @CoachDKR speak to the @Texas4000 team leaders tonight! Thanks for your time and inspiration, coach!
— Jenifer Sarver (@utsarver) February 23, 2015
Bike corral being put to good use in downtown #BrownsvilleTexas by local bicycle commuters. #BikeBrownsville pic.twitter.com/q0SGrNKssH
— Edgar Gaucin 🚲 (@edgargaucin) February 23, 2015
25th Anniversary #Jalapeño100 bicycle tour in #HarlingenTexas. Wind was brutal but it was a great ride! pic.twitter.com/Lep5XCb7V8
— Edgar Gaucin 🚲 (@edgargaucin) February 23, 2015
https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/569651552241229824
https://twitter.com/Eur0prince/status/569642629908066304
Salado Creek Greenway ride yesterday was a hit – the weather was perfect! pic.twitter.com/is5Vkygowm
— HP Bicycle Club (@hpbikeclub) February 22, 2015
IG'ers… I am auctioning these 2 #endgrain #cuttingboard on eBay. I am riding in the 2015 #bpms150… http://t.co/QuihNAO24q
— Russell Pecot (@rpecot) February 22, 2015
https://twitter.com/txbikeracing/status/569618423124078592
Oh look a bicycle traffic light! Spotted on Lamar St. this morning. pic.twitter.com/vx9YxGE5Fw
— Critical Mass Houston (@HoustonCM) February 22, 2015
#Walburg15 Results http://t.co/WgTF2ps4zj
— Bat City Cycling (@batcity) February 22, 2015
Thanks to @batcity and TxBRA and yesterday's officiating team for another great Walburg experience
— McKinney Velo (@McKinneyVelo) February 22, 2015
Lots of @ElevateCycling blue in that #pbrr2015 Cat 1 Pro breakaway! @BigMouthLogan @texasbikeracing pic.twitter.com/PiyLyjG3Xm
— Boneshaker Project (@Boneshaker_Proj) February 22, 2015
At Walburg, MV also got a pair of 5ths-Marcos in the 35+ & Brownie racing down in the 40+. @russ_emerson followed Brownie in 8th w/ Rhett-14
— McKinney Velo (@McKinneyVelo) February 22, 2015
https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/569601655039266816
The racers are riding hard and it's been a blast to watch so far! #pbrr2015 pic.twitter.com/gpJfdd5eCN
— Sun & Ski Sports – Austin (@sunandskiaustin) February 22, 2015
Meh, 30 miles. The signage was not clear on route turns. Shorted out 10 miles. #sunski #breakaway… http://t.co/acUTEyE6R9
— Ernest Gonzalez (@EGHtown) February 22, 2015
Today is Daytona 500 day! What a perfect day to get in some miles of my own! @KemahBoardwalk #ClearLake @DISupdates pic.twitter.com/HYwGRMD3F6
— Jim Cycle Across TX (@CycleXTexas) February 22, 2015
https://twitter.com/bikenoob/status/569552536849551360
Reg is happening at Pace Bend. Race no action starts at 8 am. Hope to see y'all soon! @BoneshakerTX #pacebendroadrace pic.twitter.com/PcfCg78CFv
— BigMouth Announcing (@BigMouthLogan) February 22, 2015
Greetings from smiling @usacycling Bonnie Walker w Junior Awards including @beardedbros #fitfamily pic.twitter.com/7w1Q0WipFB
— Boneshaker Project (@Boneshaker_Proj) February 22, 2015
New Cat 4 @KellenWinslowJr @ #pbrr2015 w @usacycling Bonnie Walker #inittowinit #raceready pic.twitter.com/odfBYfb75g
— Boneshaker Project (@Boneshaker_Proj) February 22, 2015
According to my weather app, I was supposed to have a tailwind on second half of that ride. Nope. #cyclistproblems
— James Hamric (@HokieinSA) February 22, 2015
Carol Morelan takes 2nd at Walburg Classic Road Race in the women 4's!
— Christian Williams (@WlmsRcngAcademy) February 22, 2015
Rain's coming…Let's race Bikes #PBRR2015 @BoneshakerTX #629Racing
— Tom Zizka (@TomZizkaFox26) February 22, 2015
Happy Sunday everyone!!!! Today it's raining, so wear those butt stains with pride! 😀 foul weather biking is… http://t.co/KuptjaGHNJ
— Orange Bike Project (@OrangeBikeP) February 22, 2015
https://twitter.com/bikenoob/status/569493799086514176
24 total Corinthians on the ride yesterday morning in a blustery cold wind. Good times! http://t.co/kdMlQ0vZ5X
— Corinth Cycling (@corinthcycling) February 22, 2015
Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Austin Spring Cycling Camp – by 1K2GO Sports, Feb 24, 2015 08:00AM – 333 Wayside Dr, Wimberley, TX 78676, USA(CST) http://z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) February 22, 2015