Texas Bicycling News Digest August 13th
Bike rodeo new at Kids’ Expo
By CHRISTINE BROUSSARDÂ Â Â Â Â Â dailysentinel.com
A bike rodeo and back-to-school immunization booth are new additions to next weekend’s fifth annual Healthy Nacogdoches Kids’ Expo.
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Pickup truck drives off after hitting, injuring bicyclist
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AUSTIN — A man has been charged after he allegedly hit a bicyclist in North Austin and did not stop to help, according to court documents.
Police responded to a call about a collision involving a pick up truck and a bicycle on Tuesday around 8:26 a.m. The collision allegedly happened as the truck was turning from the 10400 block of North Lamar Boulevard onto the 700 block of West Applegate Drive. A witness said that they followed the truck to a location after the collision and called …
Breakfast, Bikes and New Member Love with Bike Austin
by Pam LeBlanc      fitness.blog.austin360.com
Heads up, cyclists.
If you’ve ever wondered about the benefits of a Bike Austin membership, drop by Mellow Johnny’s, 400 Nueces Street, between 7:30 and 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, for the Breakfast, Bikes and New Member Love event.
Bike Austin members will be on hand to explain what a membership in the non-profit organization gets you (discounts at more than a dozen bike shopes, and a free HOPE bag, for example). You can also enjoy some free coffee from Juan Pelota.
Current members who bring a friend to join will get a free gift card to Mellow Johnny’s. For more …
El Diablo’s Poker Dash & Bash A Smash
by djcurtin      bicyclesportshop.wordpress.com
We got together the first of the month with TexasBikeRacing.com for El Diablo’s Poker Dash & Bash. Over 200 riders joined us in the morning for a poker ride that traversed Austin while stopping at each Bicycle Sport Shop location. Starting at 8 AM and covering the terrain through Rollingwood, Loop 360, Balcones Hills, and Parmer Lane before dashing back into Central Austin via Shoal Creek, it was a hot affair befitting the ride’s name.
We were lucky that TBR.com brought along goodies from High Brew Coffee for the morning send off. This helped those in need to …
8/15 & 8/16 Rides: Oasis Brewery and Red Horn!
by Thomas      steinerranchcycling.com
Saturday will be the 3rd one of the month, and that means the return of the Oasis Brewery Ride! The ride departs from Cups & Cones at 7:30am and heads out Lakeline Blvd, through the new section, to Nameless, then Round Mountain, and stops at the Liberty Hill store for a break. From there we head back but stop at the Oasis Brewery for some beer and friends. Jason will be leading another group which will …
Tour de France-style bike ride coming to Brownsville
By Frank Garza Staff Writer      www.brownsvilleherald.com
In collaboration with Texas Southmost College and the Consulate of Mexico, the City of Brownsville will be hosting an event geared for cyclists called the “Raúl Alcalá Challenge Bike Ride.â€
The event, set for Aug. 23, was announced Wednesday morning at a press conference at the International Technology, Education and Commerce Center on Mexico Boulevard.
Alcalá is a former professional cyclist who represented Mexico in the 1984 Summer Olympics. He was the first …
Cyclist killed by alleged drunk driver in Haltom City
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HALTOM CITY — Police in Haltom City are investigating a deadly hit-and-run.
A woman was struck while riding her bike early Thursday morning on Belknap Avenue. Police say a drunk driver who was arrested nearby is now charged in the case.
The jail has not released her name.
The victim is 55 years old and she has not been identified.
Bicyclist Killed In Haltom City Hit-&-Run
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HALTOM CITY (CBSDFW.COM) – Police in Haltom City are investigating after a person was struck by a vehicle and killed along Belknap Street. The incident happened shortly after 4:00 a.m. early Thursday morning.
According to officials at the scene, a 55-year-old woman was riding a bicycle in the 5600 block of Belknap Street when she was hit by a driver in a black car. MedStar confirmed that the victim was pronounced dead at that location. Her name has not been released.
The driver fled from the scene, but was found a short time later. “Officers located a vehicle that matched the description about a mile down the road,†explained Capt. Cody Phillips from the …
This Texas Man Is On A Cross Country Bike Ride With His Dog
by callaie-naftolin      3milliondogs.com
Already crossing 31 states and 9,000 miles, the pair have garnered quite the fan base. Traveling on his bike, accompanied by a rubber chicken named Charlie, they just peddle, visiting sights and animal shelters along the way. Their overnight accommodations are often provided by strangers who are inspired by their undertaking. …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Pain Under The Plains at Palo Duro Canyon XC and SCCCC Regional Championship – Canyon, TX Pain Under The… http://t.co/7Enxuptu6y
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
New Event Double Trouble – Jacksboro, TX http://t.co/4wCGwXLctrhttp://t.co/h770RUTVqT
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Tweets About Texas Bicycling
Fair Park Week 23
3/4 Podium http://t.co/WaMovLJ3wJ— KingRacingGroup (@KingRacingGroup) August 14, 2015
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Colin Strickland takes the win tonight at the Driveway Bike Race Series and the overall leaders jersey! http://t.co/T38CYtRorH
— ELBOWZ Racing (@elbowzracing) August 14, 2015
He went at it again tonight and this time landed a spot on the podium! 2nd place in the first race… https://t.co/FGaw6SVTl0
— Carlos & Lisa Uranga (@TeamUranga) August 14, 2015
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— reQwip (@reQwip) August 13, 2015
Today is the day @drivewayseries!
Women's Open prieme lap everyone, prieme lap!#atx #crit… https://t.co/W9Iuposzeu— reQwip (@reQwip) August 13, 2015
The City of Abilene is discussing adopting a master bike plan that could cost between $1,000,000 and $69,000,000. http://t.co/NbU3wGb7Id
— KRBC News (@KRBCnews) August 13, 2015
Dwayne Evans cracks the top 10 for 9th at the Ft Worth Criterium in the 4,5's.
Hunter Hinton, who probably… http://t.co/TtmKBLDJqb
— Christian Williams (@WlmsRcngAcademy) August 13, 2015
Let's get CYC-ED! SAVE THE DATE — DFW Tour 2016 is coming on June 25, 2016 at the Texas Motor Speedway! It's… http://t.co/PRP1KNPn5S
— DFW Tour de Cure (@DFWTourdeCure) August 13, 2015
https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/631902199195561984
Do you know what happens when you ride a bike? Only 44 days until SÃclovÃa is back on Broadway.http://t.co/mlp4A6Mz6k pic.twitter.com/HSZulm3a6b
— SÃclovÃa (@Siclovia) August 13, 2015
Council is not committing to funding today for Master Bike Plan. @KRBCnews
— Mallory Thomas (@mallorythomastv) August 13, 2015
No set dollar amount has been set for the Master Bike Plan. Staff says it could cost between $1-$69 million dollars. @KRBCnews
— Mallory Thomas (@mallorythomastv) August 13, 2015
City staff says they want to be more "bike friendly" in Abilene @KRBCnews
— Mallory Thomas (@mallorythomastv) August 13, 2015
Council is now being presented with the final reading for an ordinance creating and adopting the Master Bike Plan @KRBCnews
— Mallory Thomas (@mallorythomastv) August 13, 2015
Join Women's Wrench Night San Antonio to learn bike tool basics for simple bicycle maintenance. Details below! http://t.co/i3ga4aTkA9
— Bike World (@BIKEWORLDsatx) August 13, 2015
First 6 miles of a planned 30-mile long Violet Crown Trail is now open to the public. http://t.co/mxc2xqdIkV pic.twitter.com/pwNLiSIDE3
— Austin Chronicle (@AustinChronicle) August 13, 2015
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Texas Bicycling Upcoming Event Reminders
2 Day Alert: Cancelled – Nick's Mission Time Trials – New Boston, TX, Aug 15, 2015 12:00AM – New Boston, TX 75570, USA(CST) http://zpr.i
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Viva McAllen – McAllen, TX, Aug 15, 2015 07:00AM – McAllen Convention Center • 700 Convention Center Blvd. McAllen, TX(CST)
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Red River Rally – Pottsboro TX, Aug 15, 2015 07:00AM – (CST) http://t.co/iyOJlu3BVa
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Corinth Cycling Group Rides – Corinth, TX, Aug 15, 2015 07:00AM – Crownover Middle School, 1901 Creekside Drive, Corinth, T
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: NWCC Saturday morning rides – Hockley, TX, Aug 15, 2015 07:30AM – Zube Park, Hockley, TX 77447, United States(CST) http://z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: New and Improved Castroville Ride – Castroville, TX, Aug 15, 2015 08:00AM – Sammy's Restaurant, 202 Old US Highway 90 East,
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Cove House Classic Bike Tour – Copperas Cove, TX, Aug 15, 2015 08:00AM – 300 W Avenue B, Copperas Cove, TX 76522, USA(CST)
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: The Humane Bike Ride – Sour Lake, TX, Aug 15, 2015 08:30AM – Bruno & George Winery, 400 Messina, Sour Lake, TX 77659, Unite
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Short'N Sweet MTB-ST Series – Houston, TX, Aug 15, 2015 05:30PM – Houston, TX, USA(CST) http://t.co/l5Dn05mRe8
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 13, 2015
2 Day Alert: Midnight Massacre – Sanger, TX, Aug 15, 2015 08:00PM – Railroad Ball Park, Sanger, TX(CST) http://t.co/K4zkLJ7UF8
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 14, 2015