Texas Bicycling News July 14th 2017
Who uses that new bike bridge over Barton Creek? Terry Bowness, for one
Pam LeBlanc | fitness.blog.austin360.com
Since we’re still talking about that new bike and pedestrian bridge that crosses Barton Creek and Highway 290 alongside MoPac Boulevard (we are, aren’t we?), I tracked down someone who is using the bridge to ride to work. …
Texas Brotherhood Ride makes 500 mile journey by bike to honor slain law enforcement officers
www.telemundoamarillo.com
BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) – A group of cyclists set out on a special ride to honor law enforcement officers who were killed or wounded during the 2016 ambush shootings.
The group set out from Dallas, Texas on July 9 and arrived at the headquarters for the Baton Rouge Police Department on Friday, July 14.
“The ride is not about us. It’s …
City presents transpo plans to WISD
By Christin Coyne | www.weatherforddemocrat.com
The City of Weatherford detailed its transportation plans for Weatherford ISD Thursday night and asked for the school district’s input and help in planning for future road projects.
City of Weatherford Director of Capital Transportation Projects Terry Hughes described some of the ongoing transportation projects in the Weatherford Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
One of the major projects important to Weatherford, according to Hughes, is the extension of frontage …
… A group is helping form a bicycle and pedestrian master plan for the city, Hughes said.
“With that, I think it would be appropriate for us to not only to use the transportation advisory board for that bicycle master plan but it would also be nice if we could develop a safe routes to school program,†…
Share the road: cyclists and drivers vigilant on Waco streets
By Rhyan Henson | www.kwtx.com
WACO, Tx Are some Central Texas bike lanes confusing? Believe it or not cyclists have all of the same rights to the roads as drivers according to TXDOT.
Despite close quarters on some Waco roads, one cyclist said he’s had nothing but good experiences riding in different parts of town.
Joel Allen has been an avid cyclist for eight years.
“For the most part my experience has been really, really positive …
Cyclists embark on 150-mile trek to battle MS
www.mrt.com
Cyclists from around West Texas are preparing for a two-day trek covering 150 miles in an effort to raise money for those affected by multiple sclerosis. This weekend’s Bike MS: Cactus & Crude is expected to raise more than $400,000, with 300-plus cyclists participating.
The local presenting sponsor is Apache Corp.
“We are honored to be able to partner with Bike MS for their 28th annual Bike MS Cactus and Crude. This is always an event …
Tour de Paris fueled by volunteers
By Jen Phillips | www.kxii.com
PARIS, Texas (KXII) — Cyclists are hitting the streets Saturday for the 33rd annual Tour de Paris.
Lamar County Chamber of Commerce and over 650 volunteers have been working since March to put on one of Paris’ most iconic events.
It’s an event that put the City of Paris on the map.
Its secret to success lies in servitude.
“It’s our volunteers and our city of Paris workers. We couldn’t do …
Cyclists to take over Paris Saturday
www.kxii.com
PARIS, Texas (KXII) — One of the most exciting weekends of the year for Paris is here with the 33rd Annual Tour de Paris.
The rally begins at 8 Saturday morning on Jefferson Road just west of the Love Civic Center. …
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It was a special day at our FTW store's bike shop! @AbilityEXP stopped by for servicing/gear before continuing their ride. #sunandskiCares pic.twitter.com/qs5skyvLev
— Sun & Ski Sports (@SunAndSkiSports) July 15, 2017
15 year-old ROTHE Training athlete Andrew SNELL w/ the win in yesterday's @DrivewaySeries Junior Race! #rothetraining (🇩🇪ï¸schnell = fast🇺🇸ï¸) pic.twitter.com/pRLsdzv4v6
— ROTHE Training (@rothetraining) July 14, 2017
Going to be a great Saturday on the bike! While some of our favorite folks are off to Paris (Texas not France),… https://t.co/u3cww2f9kD
— Shawnee Trail CC (@ShawneeTrailCC) July 14, 2017
Guess what's happening in exactly 3 months and 1 week from today?? The DFW Tour de Cure of course! Come help us… https://t.co/KrmPuIP8kR
— DFW Tour de Cure (@DFWTourdeCure) July 14, 2017
Thanks @DrivewaySeries for having fixie races here! @giordanacycling @pinarello_com @gitabike @intelligentsia! Ready for @Redhookcrit! pic.twitter.com/pWfdT2R3Dw
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) July 14, 2017
Last night's @DrivewaySeries by the numbers. Basically felt like a cross race 💀 I really need to get a power meter… pic.twitter.com/ooxPT7mZlL
— Preston Glace (@pgglace) July 14, 2017
https://twitter.com/bicyclesplus/status/885915921319161856
Weekend rides!!!! If the wind forecast holds, Saturday is going to be fast. Rolling out from Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co.
Sat 7:3… pic.twitter.com/xz6kHE0Yjq
— Bat City Cycling (@batcity) July 14, 2017
Get in early and get the poster! Reminder that the Georgetown Cyclocross Festival is a fundraiser for Texas… https://t.co/zaTRrQR7nv
— Texas CX Project (@TexasCXProject) July 14, 2017
This morning on my pre-dawn suburban training ride I saw a bobcat. At first I thought it was a dog.
— Jeff C. (@331miles) July 14, 2017
Come out tomorrow morning for a great ride. Wheels down at 7:30! https://t.co/o7R275Z39F
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) July 14, 2017
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Leon Creek [20 Miles] — Intermediate Speed – San Antonio, TX For full details, including the address, a… https://t.co/ZuyVVdBoGM
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 14, 2017
New Event Flagpole Ride – College Station, TX https://t.co/Bk1GMLjQYY
Approximately 60-mile roundtrip ride with … https://t.co/mSoULsV4Kd
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 15, 2017
New Event Monday Social Ride – College Station, TX https://t.co/msAsVgxwxK
Hosted by: BVC riders (responsibility… https://t.co/5drDQAqQa3
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 15, 2017
New Event Wednesday Intermediate Ride – College Station, TX https://t.co/SXzbxeQGKE
Intermediate-pace, 34-mile r… https://t.co/I4IX61bkjs
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 15, 2017