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Texas Bicycling News July 27th 2016

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Bicycle thief points gun at Fort Worth Wal-Mart employee, then pedals away

By Elizabeth Djinis

www.dallasnews.com


Police are looking for a man who stole a bicycle from a Fort Worth Wal-Mart at gunpoint last month, police say.
The man entered the store at 2245 Jacksboro Highway around 4:30 p.m. June 20, and a loss-prevention employee recognized him as a repeat shoplifter, police said.
The employee watched on the store’s cameras as the man grabbed a bicycle and rode it past the store’s garden center. …

How to Choose the Right Bike for Your Child

Megan Wilson

www.fix.com


There is one step you need to take to build a bicyclist that strong and confidence from toddler to teen and beyond: the right bike. Every option, from starter bike to adult version, aims to help kids build their bike skills. But there are a few steps you need to understand in order to buy the best bikes.
For starters, think about a balance bike little different than the ones you may have learned on. These donÓ´ have pedals, and can be sized from the smallest toddler on up. Once your child is ready for a pedal bike, there are a number of options in materials and extras, too. Some or all may be necessary, according to your lifestyle and your needs. No matter the bike, there are sizing guidelines for your kid and his or her helmet. Follow them, according to this graphic, and youÓ¬l keep your kid biking happily for years.

TX: Plan Aims to Improve Biking, Walking Options in Woodlands Township

Bridget Balch

www.masstransitmag.com

The Woodlands Township Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, which offers short and long-term improvements for walking and biking around town, is nearing completion.
The creation of the plan has been a topic of discussion among residents and The Woodlands board of directors since 2012, when the League of American Bicyclists awarded the community a bronze-level designation for being bike friendly. Part of the reason The Woodlands fell short of the gold is that it lacked a long-term plan to improve and expand the pedestrian and bicycle network in the community, said George Mendes, a member of the Bike The Woodlands Coalition, a grassroots organization dedicated to improving cycling in The Woodlands. …

Master Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan for Town of Rancho Viejo

www.texasbids.net

Bid Date & Time: 08/16/16 4:00 PM Prebid: 07/26/16 3:00 PM
Solicitation Title: Master Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan for Town of Rancho Viejo
Owner Solic Number: RVM-44-0916
Status: bidding Report: 7185746
Country : United States State: TX County: Dallas Location: Cameron County
Scope: Master bicycle & pedestrian plan.
Notes: Question Acceptance Deadline: 08/09/2016 05:00 PM EDT.
Plans: From Owner. See outside link.
Outside Link: http://www.bidnetdirect.com/texas
Owner Type: Public
Buyer: Balch Springs, City of
Address: 13503 Alexander Rd
City: Balch Springs State: TX Zip/Postal Code: 75180
TEL: 972-557-6070 FAX: 972-286-7531
Website: [http://www.ci.balch-springs.tx.us](http://www.ci.balch-springs.tx.us] …

Cyclist’s GoPro video shows safety concerns on Ocean Drive

By Priscilla Torres

www.kristv.com

Video


CORPUS CHRISTI – Ocean Drive is a popular route for the cycling community. But a cyclist’s GoPro video shows us that it can be a dangerous route despite the bike lanes already in place for most of the road.
Nick Olvera’s video shows that in some areas the bike lane is clearly marked, in other areas it completely disappears, and then you have to watch out for cars and trucks parked in the bike lane.
He started riding 4 years ago to get control of his life and his health. “My diabetes was out of control. I was weighing 325 pounds I’ve lost like 85 pounds since I started doing this,” Olvera told KRIS 6 News. …

Ride to La Mesa NM Group B (14-17 mph average)

Saturday, Jul 30, 2016, 7:15 AM

Upper Valley Rd (just north of Artcraft), El Paso, TX
6205 Upper Valley Rd (just north of Artcraft), El Paso, TX El Paso, TX

1 Cyclists Went

Meet:  7:15 am.  RIO PLAZA – Upper Valley and ArtcraftRoll Out 7:30 amPark across the street from the shopping Plaza.  Do NOT park in the shopping center parking lot….Pace: 14-17 mph avgRoute: Ride Hwy 28 N to LaMesaReturn by same routeDistance:  Approx 39 miles• Ride Leader:  Alan Mork,[masked]

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DORBA Beginner Clinic

Sunday, Aug 14, 2016, 8:30 AM

Harry Moss Park
7610 Greenville Av. Dallas, TX

56 Participants Went

There will be a beginner clinic on Sunday the 14th of August at 8:30am at Harry Moss Park near Central Expressway and Forest Lane (you should arrive no later than 8:15am to unload your bike and gear up).What: There is a “classroom” for about an hour or so, a mini-skills workshop for 30 minutes, and then a ride of an hour or more. So count on appro…

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Tuesday: Intermediate/Advanced Mountain Bike Ride at the Ant Hills

Tuesday, Aug 2, 2016, 6:15 PM

15200 Memorial Dr
15200 Memorial Dr Houston, Te

1 cyclists Went

This will be a medium to fast pace ride through the Ant Hills of Hershey Park! Bring WATER, spare tube/tire, snacks, etc…Helmets required. Call if you are going to be late so we can wait for you. Wheels rolling by 6:30! See you there

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Casual Tuesday Evening Ride (B.I.G)

Tuesday, Aug 2, 2016, 6:00 PM

River Run Plaza
1071 Country Club Rd El Paso, TX

5 Cyclists Went

Casual Tuesdays are a continuation of the Beginner Intermediate Group (B.I.G.) program that began in May. No more lessons! Just a friendly, easy ride of 15-18 miles through the Upper Valley. Meet at 6 p.m. so we can leave no later than 6:15 p.m. Pace is 12-16 mph depending on riders. No rider left behind! Route to be announced.Coordinator is Randy…

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Friends remember bicyclist killed in Longview hit and run

By Francesca Washington

www.kltv.com

Video


LONGVIEW, TX (KLTV) – An East Texas man is now charged with driving while intoxicated in connection to a bicycle rider’s death.
Monday night, 19-year old Paul Price was killed when his bike was hit by a car in the 3700 block of West Loop 281 in Longview.
The driver of the car, 49-year old Bryan Arnold, was arrested and charged with accident involving injury, failing to stop and render aid, DWI and driving with a suspended license.
Comic books and cardboard cutouts, surrounded the unoccupied couches at SovereignLove Church on Tuesday afternoon. Pastor Mark Lee Dickson said the relaxed atmosphere is for church services as well as fellowship. …

Eighter From Decatur Bike Rally and Fly In, Decatur, TX

www.funplacestofly.com

Saturday, Aug 13, 2016
Decatur Municipal Airport (KLUD), Decatur, TX
The Eighter from Decatur Bicycle Rally and Fly In is a fun-filled, family-friendly event designed to get our participants out of the city to enjoy the backcountry roads of Wise and Montague counties, all while raising money for a worthwhile cause, the transport of cancer patients to treatment centers by airplane, free of charge to the patients. The countryside is beautiful, the roads are good, the people are friendly, and …

Adventure 1

By Jazael Martinez

www.crazyguyonabike.com

Day 72-78: Corpus
Friday June 17, 2016, 10 km (6 miles) – Total so far: 3,191 km (1,983 miles)
June 17th – 23rd
After finding sanctuary in the home of one of my old friends from college. I set about resting and catching up with him. I had a few travel chores to take care of while there but mostly I wanted to just hangout. Which was good, because my friend having some recurring issues with his Jeep that I tried in vain to help with. That poor thing was cursed till I left apparently.
On my first full day in Corpus Christi, I went with my friend, whom I shall call Mr. Diamond or Zeke #2, to a self service junk yard to get some parts for his …

Bicyclist, 61, killed in Haltom City hit-and-run; police seek driver

By Marc Ramirez

www.dallasnews.com


Haltom City police are seeking the public’s help in locating the driver of a red SUV believed to have fatally struck a bicyclist last Thursday evening.
Officers responded to the 4100 block of NE Loop 820 around 11:30 p.m. after a report of a collision involving a bicycle in the westbound access road. They found Michael Rodriguez, 61, whose bicycle had been heavily damaged. …

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