Texas Bicycling News July 5th 2017
Cross country cyclist group stops in east Idaho
By: Carrie Snider | www.eastidahonews.com
IDAHO FALLS — A group of Texas-based cyclists were pleasantly surprised by what they found last week when they crossed into Idaho. Several in the group had never been to the Gem State before and were impressed with east Idaho’s landscape and people.
“Idaho was more beautiful than I expected,†said Sarah Gutberlet. …
Biking to work may be more beneficial for your work day
By Gigi Barnett | kxan.com
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Bikers who commute to work are less stressed when they arrive than co-workers who drive or take mass transit, that is according to a new study recently published by the International Journal of Workplace Health Management.
Researchers at Concordia University in Canada studied 123 people. They filled out a …
More red bikes – and stations – for Austin B-cycle bike share system
By Pam LeBlanc | www.mystatesman.com
Austin’s bike sharing system continues to expand.
This week, B-cycle Austin is installing three new stations – one at Cesar Chavez Street and Congress Avenue, a second at Sterzing Street and Barton Springs Road, and a third on Henderson Street between Sixth and Ninth streets. …
Registration open for 2017 Chile Pepper Challenge!
elpasobicycleclub.com
Registration is now open for the 2017 Chile Pepper Challenge, which will be held SUNDAY, OCT. 1. Five ride options are offered: 100, 61, 40, 25 and 10 miles. We will again start and finish at Grace Gardens in the Upper Valley. All entry fees are the same as last year. Here’s the link to the registration site: http://raceadventuresunlimited.com/El-Paso-Bicycle-Clubs-CHILE-PEPPER-CHALLENGE-100-Miles-61-Miles-40-Miles-25-Miles-10-Miles-Note-Multiple-Starts/1740/details Sign up now for your early registration discount! You can also order this year’s jersey as well — this year’s jersey is an all new design. All profits from the Chile Pepper entry fees and clothing sales benefit the Humane Society of El Paso. The Chile Pepper Challenge is hosted by the El Paso Bicycle Club, and is the region’s oldest and biggest cycling event! Route maps and more information about the Chile Pepper are available at https://elpasobicycleclub.com/chile-pepper-challenge/ — Randy Limbird Director, 2017 Chile Pepper Challenge El Paso Bicycle Club
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
STOLEN – Blue Giant Defy 2 (COMPACT) in Downtown https://t.co/sEuIMBnGNs pic.twitter.com/UDHsmjJTwA
— BikeIndex Austin (@stolenbikesatx) July 6, 2017
It's DOUBLE TROUBLE at the Wafel Ride this week! This Saturday, join us at the Domain for TWO different ride… https://t.co/tXkVFfmcr9
— UT Cycling (@UTCycling) July 5, 2017
Quick update to our fall scheduling. Our first program meeting will be on Sunday, August 20th, 2-4pm at Walnut… https://t.co/XBrX8oucXu
— Texas CX Project (@TexasCXProject) July 6, 2017
STOLEN – Black Giant in West Campus https://t.co/w8EU2u5hT4
— BikeIndex Austin (@stolenbikesatx) July 6, 2017
Skate or Cycle in the Moonlight at The Veloway!!!
Tomorrow Night til 10pm
Thursday, July 6th, 2017
8:45pm -10 pm… https://t.co/VEXC4L3yCr— Lansing Pugh (@LansingBiking) July 5, 2017
#WellnessONWheels #LIVEfitEPC #RideaBike 🚴ðŸ»â€â™€ï¸ðŸš´ðŸ¼
Come join EP Cyclists for our Thursday Ride: 07/06/17
Meeting… https://t.co/u6mBPd82Kz— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) July 5, 2017
STOLEN – White Specialized Hybrid in Central Austin https://t.co/Z4f08KuCqq
— BikeIndex Austin (@stolenbikesatx) July 5, 2017
Let's pitch to help out Bridget Bridget! She is yet another cyclist injured by a car in Austin, Texas. https://t.co/0ECti2V7aq @biketexas
— FrankenBike (@FrankenBikeUSA) July 5, 2017
July 4th training ride to Kemah. Great turnout! #cycling #houstoncycling #texascycling pic.twitter.com/xhQBOaHZmL
— Critical Mass Houston (@HoustonCM) July 5, 2017
We're back on schedule and on our regular course this Thursday! Enter at gate 12! Make sure you get registered… https://t.co/qcm1lzcsQQ
— KingRacingGroup (@KingRacingGroup) July 5, 2017
Come get free coffee at our July Morning Fueling Station at Thunderbird Coffee on Manor. July 21st 7:30 to 10:30AM. https://t.co/jD6t1YnvLl pic.twitter.com/yK3EUBYtDQ
— Bike Austin (@bikeaustin) July 5, 2017
City of Grand Prairie Mayor .@RonJensen2012 loves riding our nationally-awarded parks & trails! Ride with him on July 25 at Loyd Park! pic.twitter.com/pthfKG8u9G
— Grand Prairie Parks (@GrandFunGP) July 5, 2017
The next Women's Ride Day is this Saturday, leaving from the Bee Cave store. See you there! https://t.co/bwAlN6ZVX9 pic.twitter.com/eqRyLBlNkI
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) July 5, 2017
Wednesday Evening Ride 6:30pm wheels down 6:45pm. No charge ride tonight. We'll have fire for grilling. Who's in? #FlatRockRanch pic.twitter.com/0LmSqwJKSV
— Flat Rock Ranch (@jdreiss) July 5, 2017