Texas Bicycling News September 19th
Cycling in Houston: How to choose the right bike
By Rebecca Spera      abc13.com
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Bikes are no longer just for a Sunday ride. More Houstonians are hopping on to get fit, enjoy their surroundings, and as a means of transportation. Bike Manager Joe Ferrell at Sun & Ski Sports says choosing the right wheels for you is key.
If you’re just getting started, you might want to try a bike that’s good for a ride around the neighborhood.
“A leisure bike is more casual. Usually a bigger seat, really comfortable, upright sitting. You …
They saw, they rode, they conquered
By Natalia Contreras of the Caller Times
GEORGE TULEY/SPECIAL TO THE CALLER-TIMES Cyclists begin the climb over the Harbor Bridge on a 65 mile course Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 around Corpus Christi Bay, Mustang Island and Padre Island.
Charo Green said she had the best view of the Corpus Christi Bay while she rode her bike Saturday.
“This is my first time here. I got to ride down Ocean Drive and Shoreline Boulevard, it was beautiful,” the San Antonian said.
This was also Green’s first time to participate in the 12th annual Conquer the Coast bicycling race.
The event featured a 10, 25 and 65-mile course and raised about …
Bike to the Game at BBVA Compass Stadium
BikeHouston
Enjoy a 3.7 miles ride around EaDo before a Houston Dynamo game.
“BBVA Compass Stadium, the Dynamo, AEG1Earth and Bike Barn have partnered for the annual event, which encourages fans to attend the game by utilizing an alternative method of transportation. This initiative also aims to bring awareness to the organization’s on-going commitment to sustainability initiatives.” More info …
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Rock'n the @Superdrome and the #podium – thanks @BikeMartFrisco and thanks @CrestCars for the partnership!! pic.twitter.com/7Bvl3eaaP8
— Frisco Cycling Club (@friscocycling) September 20, 2015
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— Ru Morris (@morrisru) September 19, 2015
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Racing at the @Superdrome – thanks @BikeMartFrisco & @CrestCars for the support!!! We have a growing youth program! pic.twitter.com/oEHZgrMD9l
— Frisco Cycling Club (@friscocycling) September 20, 2015
Awesome race today in Houston. #rideliferidegiant #dallasbikeworks #Enve @ San Jacinto Battleground… https://t.co/wlrzu07ZzZ
— Clifford John Green (@Clifford_Green) September 19, 2015
Silver medal goes to easily the most aggressive rider in the points race, @Billbikes pic.twitter.com/C21JT5Ag69
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) September 19, 2015
Tony and Kevin take 2nd and 3rd behind Heath Blackgrove at the Battle of San Jacinto Criterium. #iamspecialized http://t.co/z46j7lxrDH
— ELBOWZ Racing (@elbowzracing) September 19, 2015
Officially we take third in the men's team pursuit with @jp_blanton @Billbikes @PabloCesarCruz & Josh Buchel. #tracknats @USACcollegiate
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) September 19, 2015
Nice park for the San Antonio CX race! Great use of the hillsides for a nice suprise at Bexar this… https://t.co/hNdwtZ1TTs
— capitalcityracing (@capcityracing) September 19, 2015
https://twitter.com/TeamRWBCycling/status/645299039001427968
We loved meeting so many trail users this morning spreading safety awareness on the trail! #playitsafe pic.twitter.com/nZFb0O6TYQ
— Katy Trail (@KatyTrail) September 19, 2015
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The "B" group got caught in the rain this morning. #corinthcycling #denton http://t.co/06Tfm9XMWm
— Corinth Cycling (@corinthcycling) September 19, 2015
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— Ernest Gonzalez (@EGHtown) September 19, 2015
Morning #mtb session at #memorialpark @ Ho Chi Minh Trail https://t.co/P7TjKGD78H
— Austin Magruder (@aus10m) September 19, 2015
Heat one, scratch race, @Billbikes & Joshua Buchel are up. See you in 6 km pic.twitter.com/1Eo40RX2pl
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) September 19, 2015
Raiding rest stop at Ride United! What a Great Ride! #BikeLife https://t.co/Rvwnf7jeqw
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) September 19, 2015
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— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) September 19, 2015
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— Ernest Gonzalez (@EGHtown) September 19, 2015
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
New Event Longhorn Cyclocross Series – San Angelo, TX http://t.co/JJBV5pE9lfhttp://t.co/wz7GPjA40K
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
New Event 6 HOUR OF THE DINOSAUR – San Angelo, TX http://t.co/4qDmhajdlv
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
New Event Midland Cyclocross – Midland, TX http://t.co/2CJCKbRGMzhttp://t.co/LmRlSd6seu
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
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— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 20, 2015
New Bike Event: Longhorn Cyclocross Series – San Angelo, TX: 期間: 2015/12/05 (土) 10:00～14:00Â
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New Bike Event: Longhorn Cyclocross Series – San Angelo, TX: 期間: 2015/12/19 (土) 10:00～14:00Â
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New Bike Event: 6 HOUR OF THE DINOSAUR – San Angelo, TX: 期間: 2015/11/07 (土) 14:00～2015/11/07 (土) 20:00Â
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New Bike Event: Midland Cyclocross – Midland, TX: 期間: 2015/11/14 (土) 09:00～12:00Â
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New Bike Event: Tour de Rio Blanco – Crosbyton, TX: 期間: 2015/09/26 (土) 08:00～12:30Â
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Texas Bicycling Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Monday Night Social Ride – College Station, TX, Sep 21, 2015 06:00PM – Research Pkwy, College Station, TX, 77845, United St
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 19, 2015