Texas Bicycling News Digest October 16th
Free bicycle helmets for small children
by The Independent, Liberty Hill      lhindependent.com
Bicycle helmets will be provided to children (ages 4-11) on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9am to 1pm at the front of Liberty Hill Junior High School, 13125 W Hwy 29. Any child can receive a helmet until the supply is exhausted.
The helmet giveaway is part of a statewide effort – Hard Hats for Little Heads – which was launched by the Texas Medical Association (TMA) in 1994. The program promotes fun exercise and teaches kids and parents about the …
Denton bicycle lover creates customizable ‘Caboose’
by Chad Robertson      ntdaily.com
After pulling a scrapped Mount Shasta Legacy bike from a dumpster and revamping it back to life in 2011, Hayden Davis fell in love with the world of bicycles.
Davis, a 22-year-old printmaker and biking aficionado, has innovated a way for people to carry whatever they can comfortably fit into a cubic foot of space on the back of their bicycles.
Davis’ new product is called The Caboose, and it …
First Aid While Biking on the Trail
By Darryl      lovingthebike.com
Accident happens anywhere. We need to take precautionary measures at all times. In this article, we will discuss first aid while biking on the trail.
Biking is a good hobby but we cannot deny the fact that there’s also danger in it. Well, that also applies in all hobbies and activities both outdoors and indoors. It is best to prepared so we know what to do when someone meets an accident.
Among the most common injuries that can happen on the trail includes: …
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October Ramblings and a Little Bit About Everything
Johnny Guzman      bicyclepointofview.blogspot.com
October Rambings: It’s still summer in Texas, back to mountain biking and why
I’ve been riding a fixie lately.
In a few days, the weather pattern will change and then we will be complaining why it’s so freakishly cold here in Texas. For now, we are still getting high’s in the 90’s, although mornings are a lot cooler than they were a few months ago. Texas weather changes in an instant. Many times trees here do not get to show off their fall colors before a cold snap comes and shakes all the leaves off of them. Winters in Texas are very hard. They are as cold as up north but usually without the snow and the general wintertime ambience. What we do get in the winter here in texas are strong winds, cold winds, howling winds. Wind gusts that can easily knock someone off of …
10/17 & 10/18 rides! Dam Loop! LIVESTRONG!
by Thomas      steinerranchcycling.com
This is the LIVESTRONG weekend (the ride is actually Sunday)!
Saturday John Nadolksi will be leading the famous Dam Loop ride! Show up at the usual place and time (Cups & Cones @ 7:30am) for some Dam fun!
Since Sunday is the LIVESTRONG ride attendance for the coffee shop ride may …
Ride in the 43rd Annual BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble on Oct 24th!
bikehouston.org
BikeHouston Moonlight Ramble is in it’s 43rd year! This event has been coordinated by BikeHouston for the past 10+ years and is our largest ride and fundraiser. This year, it’s happening the night of Saturday, October 24th.
Last year, there were about 1500 riders of all ages and backgrounds that took to the streets of Houston in this late Saturday night ride. This year, we added the ability for registrants to fundraise leading up to the event, just like other rides that benefit nonprofits (think MS150, Tour de Pink, Park to Port, etc). If you would like to fundraise with friends, there are also …
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— Pamela Ferguson (@Pamelaanne633) October 16, 2015
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— Alkek Velodrome (@AlkekVelodrome) October 16, 2015
It's time for the next @VeloPaso @KidicalMass #FamilyFunRide!
Oct 24, 9AM at the @EPDAFMhttps://t.co/sTQrnnTs9X pic.twitter.com/xPbsqZD7xZ— Bike Hombre – STREETS ARE FOR PEOPLE (@sbwhite) October 16, 2015
If you're feeling fit and trim, just put on a skinsuit for cyclocross and you'll get knocked right off your high horse. #fb
— Jeff C. (@331miles) October 16, 2015
The Texas #Stybar, Tristan Uhl catching some air last weekend at our @ATXCXCup Series opener,… https://t.co/6QFP6qjssn
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) October 16, 2015
Check out my 37.9 mi MTB Ride on Strava: http://t.co/xtaD0NYL6g#iamspecialized #Stumpjumper #borderwall #I Want My MTB
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) October 16, 2015
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Armadillo Classic is our largest fundraiser, help support #ATX cycling, register today! @BSS_Austin @LHReporter http://t.co/OgkUbQDtax
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) October 16, 2015
Are you ready for another weekend of 'cross? #BikeLife #bikelifetraining #cyclocross https://t.co/LHKze5EUcf
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) October 16, 2015
Dallas is a great place to bike and explore. Visit http://t.co/xns66FDXtH for bikeway information and maps! pic.twitter.com/qENttLcZm8
— City of Dallas (@CityOfDallas) October 15, 2015
Supporting #LiveStrong Austin Challenge this wknd @velopaso @BikeTexas @DarinArmstrong @cycillustrated @BikeLeague pic.twitter.com/wO75KiU2g1
— Rick Moya (@rick_moya) October 16, 2015
Saturday Ride! The road race season is over so we hope to ride at a more endurance pace and tell stories of our… http://t.co/1EGI6lQkyc
— Bat City Cycling (@batcity) October 16, 2015
Texas Bicycling Event Reminders
2 Day Alert: Bike Around The Bay – Galveston, TX, Oct 18, 2015 07:30AM – Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa, Golf Course and Convention Center, 7
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Roy and Laura’s Floresville Ride – Floresville, TX, Oct 18, 2015 08:00AM – 11230 FM 775, Floresville, TX 78114, USA(CST) ht
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Tyler SpeedWavesâ„¢ p/b Richardson Bike Mart – Tyler, TX, Oct 18, 2015 08:00AM – Tyler State Park Area 1 Bath House, 789 Park
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Rebecca Creek Ride – Bulverde, TX, Oct 18, 2015 09:00AM – Bulverde Lane, Bulverde Ln, Bulverde, TX 78163, USA(CST) http://z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Sweat it out ride – Fort Worth, TX, Oct 18, 2015 09:00AM – Sundance Square, 115 W 2nd St Ste 200, Fort Worth, TX(CST) http:
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Crosstober Fest – Keller, TX, Oct 18, 2015 09:30AM – Bear Creek Park, 400 Bear Creek Park Rd, Keller, TX 76248, United Stat
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015
2 Day Alert: Webberville Cyclocross – Elgin, TX, Oct 18, 2015 10:00AM – 2305 Park Ln, Elgin, TX 78621, USA(CST) http://t.co/36O273RszJ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 16, 2015