Texas Bicycling News October 1st
Cyclist in Critical Condition After Being Hit By a Car in Leander
By Stephanie Gaskell      patch.com/texas
The accident happened just before sunrise on Wednesday.
A 62-year-old man is in critical condition after being hit by a car on the 500 block of South Highway 183 early Wednesday morning.
The Leander Police Department said the accident occurred just before 7 a.m. when it was still dark outside. Both the car and the cyclist were traveling northbound when they collided.
Police officials say alcohol and weather were not a factor in the accident. They said the …
DANGER: Overhead Artillery Fire Across This Road
texasbikeracing.com
The State Road Race, the culmination of a seemingly never ending road season in Texas. The course, entirely inside the Fort Hood Military Base, features a 33-mile loop on a closed course. It is one of the most balanced courses, and hardest races on the Texas calendar. The race regularly features harsh cross winds through the wide open, fairly flat start-finish stretch, followed by four different little ring climb that last between two to three minutes. Here, Super Squadra’s Jordan Oroshiba, a Category 2 racer and college student at Texas State, describes his experience at the championship event.
I woke well before 5 a.m. to travel from Austin to Fort Hood for the State Road Race, and rolled out into the dark early morning with my teammate, Michael Pincus. We stopped at McDonalds for ‘Hot Cakes’ and discussed the things that cycling obsessed college students tend to discuss: bike racing, more bike …
Can bike riders, car drivers coexist on the same roads?
By Marissa Nunez      www.itemonline.com
As the issue of climate change and the the effects humans have on the environment become more of a concern for people all over the world, some have been switching to eco-friendly alternatives when it comes to transportation.
Two alternatives people have been using are public transportation and more fuel-efficient automobiles. Another choice has people switching from motor vehicles to bicycles, which is not only better for the environment but better for an individual’s overall health.
As more and more people make the switch from automobiles to bicycles, it’s critical for both drivers and …
Race to victory: Fort Hood Challenge-VII
By Nick Conner, Sentinel News Editor      www.forthoodsentinel.com
Cyclists from across the state flocked to Fort Hood Saturday and Sunday for the Texas State Road Race Championship Weekend. Dubbed Fort Hood Challenge VII, it marked the end of the cycling season as more than 800 riders, from professional-level competitors to first-time racers, tested themselves over a 33-mile closed course that wound its way up, down and through the western side of the reservation.
According to race sponsor Andy Hollinger, the course is the …
Where We Ride 2014: Analysis of Bike Commuting
by Ken McLeod      bikeleague.org
In our third edition of “Where We Ride: An Analysis of Bicycling in American Cities†we take a look at the growth of bicycle commuters throughout the country, based on new data from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.
We dissect broad trends, like where among large cities bike commuting is growing fastest, and take on and more granular analyses, like which cities are exploding with bike commuters by region and size.
In this report, we take a look at:
How all 50 states rank according to bicycle commuters as a share of all commuters;
How cities with a high percentage of bicycle commuters compare to other cities in their regions;
How cities compare based upon multimodal commuters, looking beyond just bikes to other forms of transportation that involve more physical activity, including walking and transit; …
In this edition of Spoke&Word…
BikeHouston
A Word from Michael Payne The next few weeks will be critical in BikeHouston’s journey to make Houston a better, safer place to ride bicycles. Please join us in… read more>> …
10/3 & 10/4 Rides! Cozy Cove / Bee Creek! Red Horn
by Thomas      steinerranchcycling.com
The crowd is back for this Saturday’s ride! We should have a good showing to go do some hills out Bee Creek road on something close to our usual Cozy Cove ride. This time we will take a turn up that not-so-flat Bob Wire road! There is a convenience store at the top where you can wipe the puke off of your face. We will ensure that by the time we are finished with this ride it will be perfect for cold beer and hot burgers at Lakeside afterward (with our club discounts for everyone that shows!). Depart from Cups & Cones at the usual 7:30am. It is …
Day 22: Seminole Canyon State Park to Del Rio: A good, casual bike ride, if wind would stay away!
By Judy Gamble      www.crazyguyonabike.com
No Tears on the Southern Tier
Thursday October 1, 2015, 47 miles (76 km) – Total so far: 1,328 miles (2,137 km)
47 miles (incl. 3 around town), 989′ climbing
The night of camping of Seminole Canyon was quite nice. We left the fly off the tent (Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3, for those of you interested!) and when we laid our heads down at 830pm the stars were filling the sky. Within an hour the Milky Way was visible and constellations were in all directions. The darkness of the sky is incredible. We don’t remember such beautiful skies since sailing to Panama. The moon was in our eyes all night. (And in honor of the Milky Way we shared a Milky Way candy bar tonight, pure bliss!)
The night was super restful and we awoke to a deer and her two fawns crossing not far from our campsite. Since we hadn’t found any food (do we sound like scavengers???) yesterday we settled for a granola bar breakfast, packed camp and hit the road. We only had 40+ miles to go to reach Del Rio. A relatively easy day…except the wind was already blowing when we …
City of Dallas Bicycle Parking Inventory and Map!
bikeabledallas.com
Here’s another little side project we have going on… inventorying all the existing bicycle parking in Dallas. Ultimately, we want to someday create a smart phone-friendly way to access it when you’re looking for a place to lock up. The map below is interactive and provides information on bike racks both in
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Waco Results and Updated Series Overall Standings
www.texashighschoolcycling.org
Here are the Waco Results and Updated Series Overall Standings.
Please find them here:Â Series Results
Tweets About Texas Bicycling
City of Dallas Bicycle Parking Inventory and Map! http://t.co/S9fZM1Fusz
— Bike Friendly Cedars (@BikeCedars) October 2, 2015
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Gila National Forest…a personal favorite. Just riding, not racing, this course can leave you soul searching. http://t.co/C7aUZHRdGw
— cnwracing (@cnwracing) October 2, 2015
Active families, active kids! Another great CX Practice at Old Town tonight! Ready to race this weekend! http://t.co/ZOD2z2M0dU
— Texas CX Project (@TexasCXProject) October 2, 2015
@HermannPark 4 Bike/park mayoral forum . Standing room only. @parksbyyou @MemorialPark RU voting? @buffalobayou pic.twitter.com/sqXV76gIou
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 1, 2015
10/3/15 Bagel Ride will leave from a different place than usual. la Madeleine, 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd at Mueller Dev. Roll at 8:15am
— Violet Crown (@VioletCrownATX) October 1, 2015
Is it off season yet? Manning the @elbowzracing #elbowzbikesafetxdot tent today @drivewayseries!… https://t.co/Oz6qJcU355
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) October 1, 2015
Bike the Third Ward on October 10 with @AIAHoustonArCH: https://t.co/okNaohkTx9 @HoustonBcycle @BikeHouston
— Rice Design Alliance (@RDAHouston) October 1, 2015
https://twitter.com/FtWMntBikers/status/649663052669829121
This Saturday! We'll be meeting at the south side of the Stockyards (google the address in the event) at the… http://t.co/HoyKfIgOC7
— Bike Friendly FW (@BikeFriendlyFW) October 1, 2015
Are you ready for the Bike Rodeo? Dust off that saddle and come strut your stuff 10/10 >> http://t.co/nwCLxACRoD pic.twitter.com/UkXdRpY3sD
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 1, 2015
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— Bike Friendly FW (@BikeFriendlyFW) October 1, 2015
Register today for the @teamLIVESTRONG #AustinChallenge >> http://t.co/USfi6BsUir pic.twitter.com/q2Ni47QM4C
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 1, 2015
Bikers, runners, kids:
Buffalo Bayou Park rocks!
Grand opening Sat.@HoustonChron #NewzHaikewzhttp://t.co/KzGigPkLgu— Maggie Galehouse (@MaggieGalehouse) October 1, 2015
ATX CX Cup Series Opener: Oct. 10th & 11th, Quest CX Challenge at our NEW Race Site at @TreatyOakTX http://t.co/pEAcseYt8B
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 1, 2015
Breaking News: We are excited to announce that we have a new race site! The 2015 Quest Cyclocross Challenge has… http://t.co/efIkhfZ89A
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 1, 2015
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event A couple of laps around White Rock to work up a thirst – Dallas, TX For full details, including the addr… http://t.co/0vR1DmkJvO
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 2, 2015
New Event Local Bike Racing CX Grinder – Houston, TX http://t.co/91DNttmaQ4http://t.co/cfCioKYnf5
… http://t.co/rvVcH5cTxI— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 2, 2015
New Event Houston Grand Prix of Cyclocross Race p/b West End – Houston, TX http://t.co/91DNttmaQ4
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New Event Crosstober Fest – Keller, TX http://t.co/FbElX1GLFIhttp://t.co/uG1h9GaXC9
Sat 10/17/15
09:30 am C… http://t.co/1hlb5epG35— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 2, 2015
New Event Tyler SpeedWavesâ„¢ p/b Richardson Bike Mart – Tyler, TX 2015 Tyler SpeedWavesâ„¢ p/b Richardson Bike Mart a… http://t.co/aFGQTOT0lZ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 2, 2015
New Event Tyler SpeedWavesâ„¢ p/b Richardson Bike Mart – Tyler, TX 2015 Tyler SpeedWavesâ„¢ p/b Richardson Bike Mart a… http://t.co/vjWEfi6uWJ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 2, 2015
Texas Bicycling Event Reminders
2 Day Alert: El Camino presented by American Classic – Palestine, TX, Oct 03, 2015 06:00AM – Palestine Public Library, 2000 Texas 256 Lo
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: PARK TO PORT BIKE RIDE – Houston, TX, Oct 03, 2015 07:00AM – Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX, USA(CST) http://t.co/vJdIaVNVZU
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: NWCC Saturday morning rides – Hockley, TX, Oct 03, 2015 07:30AM – Zube Park, Hockley, TX 77447, United States(CST) http://z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Boerne Ride – Boerne, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – Boerne City Hall, 402 E Blanco Rd, Boerne, TX 78006, United States(CST) ht
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Wheels & Heels for Meals Bike Ride – Fort Davis, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – Compromise St, Fort Davis, TX 79734, USA(CST) h
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: The Pineywoods Purgatory – Lufkin, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – George H. Henderson, Jr. Expostion Center, Lufkin, Texas(CST
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Beginning and Intermediate Biking – Dallas, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – The Hockaday School, 11600 Welch Rd, Dallas, TX 7522
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Wish 100 Bicycle Rally – McKinney, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – Downtown, McKinney, TX(CST) http://t.co/zQXdWC46yL
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Make a wish foundation Ride – McKinney, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:00AM – Historic McKinney Square – 315 S. Chestnut St. – McKinne
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: CareFlite Paluxy Pedal – Glen Rose, TX, Oct 03, 2015 08:30AM – Glen Rose High School Auditorium, 900 Stadium Drive, Glen Ro
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: BTX Roundup & Ride – Bowie, TX, Oct 03, 2015 09:00AM – 104 N Smythe St, Bowie, TX 76230, USA(CST) http://t.co/2OOFNXK5Hq
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Bicycling Skills 123 Adults – The Woodlands, TX, Oct 03, 2015 09:00AM – Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive, The
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: North Texas Bicycle Rally – Trophy Club, TX, Oct 03, 2015 09:00AM – Byron Nelson High School, 2775 Bobcat Boulevard, Trophy
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Bicycle Sport Shop's Six Shooter Cyclocross Race – Manor, TX, Oct 03, 2015 10:00AM – 18706 Blake Manor Rd, Manor, TX 78653,
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: The Original Bicycle Brewery Tour – Dallas, TX, Oct 03, 2015 11:00AM – Continental Avenue Pedestrian Bridge – 101-115 Conti
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: Dave Boyd Huntsville Classic – Huntsville, TX, Oct 03, 2015 12:00PM – Huntsville State Park, 565 Park Road 40 west, Huntsvi
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015
2 Day Alert: The Madison – Houston, TX, Oct 03, 2015 12:00PM – Alkek Velodrome, 19008 Saums Road, Houston, TX 77084, United States(CST)
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 1, 2015