Texas Bicycling News Digest April 24th 2018
Video: Cyclist hit, killed by dump truck near Rice University, police say
By Aaron Barker | www.click2houston.com
HOUSTON – A cyclist was hit and killed by a dump truck Tuesday near Rice University, police said.
The crash was reported just before noon near the intersection of Main Street and Sunset Boulevard.
Houston police said the victim was leaving the university after meeting her husband for lunch when she was hit by the truck as both made a right turn onto Main Street. …
https://twitter.com/zesty_texas/status/988930131757600769
Video: Bicyclist killed in crash with dump truck in Houston’s Museum District
abc13.com
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Police said a woman on a bicycle had just left after having lunch with her husband near Rice University when she was fatally struck from behind by a dump truck in the Museum District. …
The Southern Tier: San Diego to St. Augustine (and further?)
By Susanne Holste | /www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 43. Richards to Shepherd
Wednesday April 25, 2018, 95 km (59 miles) – Total so far: 3,070 km (1,908 miles)
We had a couple of firsts today: big logging trucks, bayou crossing, and mean-looking dogs running after us at top speed. Fortunately we were faster. I was up early and enjoyed the dew on the grass and the changing colors of the sky. We followed Erny’s recommendation and had breakfast at the Korner Kafe in Richards. It’s a family business and serves good meals. The homemade biscuits were delicious. It was already quite warm and a bit humid when we …
B2WD is Friday May 18th, 2018
biketoworkaustin.org
Kick-start your Friday fun and join us for B2WD! Bike Austin knows how to throw a good party and this year we have over 40 FUELING STATIONS with free coffee, snacks, and swag!
This year we will celebrate the Bike From Work Afterparty with live music and delicious beverages courtesy of Sans Bar! Pick up a Bicycle Passport at any morning fueling station, and …
Video: King Ranch Bike Ride to Benefit Children with Disabilities, Cancer, Diabetes
By: Marlane Rodriguez | www.kveo.com
KINGSVILLE, Texas – Texas Lions Camp is a 500-acre camp in the Texas Hill Country, that provides camping experience for children with physical disabilities, type 1 diabetes and cancer at no cost. …
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
SCCCC Championship were this past weekend hosted by us at Midwestern State University. We couldn’t have done it without the support of this awesome community. Thank you to all the volunteers, the crowd cheering,… https://t.co/OWaJNqcCeG
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) April 24, 2018
On Sunday we did a Graffiti Ride with @midtownHOU to show residents the many sites available in Midtown, Downtown, 3rd Ward, and EastDownton Houston.
Take a look at the album here: https://t.co/sSD8KTBm73 pic.twitter.com/Bt9whdgilD
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) April 24, 2018
Officers are on the scene of a fatal crash at 6000 Main at Sunset Blvd. Prelim info is female bicyclist was struck by a dump truck about 11:55am. Investigators are en route. Please avoid the area. #hounews
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) April 24, 2018
We’re pumped to have added three new stations to our Houston’s bike share network this week. You can now ride a #HoustonBCycle to and from our locations at @RiceUniversity (Duncan Hall) @TXMedCenter (Ben Taub Hospital) and @2222SmithStreet Apartments! pic.twitter.com/cdAu8CVCm4
— Houston BCycle (@HoustonBCycle) April 24, 2018
Does your bike need a tuneup? Need to register it? Come by the Bike Clinic Wednesday from 10:30-1:30 in the Free Speech Area! pic.twitter.com/qQW0JolCfF
— TTUParking (@TTUParking) April 24, 2018
Great day hanging out in Blanco, putting up posters for the @realalebrewing Ride, checking out the new construction & landscaping at the Brewery, visiting the Old Blanco County Courthouse, @old300bbqtx Liz On… https://t.co/XSXDj7tJUf
— HOLLAND RACING (@HOLLANDRACERS) April 24, 2018
New routes at Walnut Creek Park with my 2 year old shredder on his WOOM 2. What a blast for Pop! 1.25 miles @WoombikesUSA pic.twitter.com/sGJiAsy2hd
— Martin Russell 🚲ðŸðŸ¿ï¸ (@russell_dallas) April 23, 2018
And a 4th team win by @Ameless_F on Sunday & 5th from @gomorgango99 ! https://t.co/syUorO9Cuy
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) April 24, 2018
A reason to ride. https://t.co/GvOeLmGLJx pic.twitter.com/fpfFDGKEP3
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) April 24, 2018
Big Timber Films drops his latest installment documenting the progress Freeride5122 has made at Rocky Hill Ranch. The park sure has opened up a ton of progressive riding opportunity for Central Texas! https://t.co/WvSsBDECfv
— RIDESTOKE (@ridestoke) April 24, 2018
Join the fun at #CycloBia from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Friday, April 27, 2018, as we celebrate #DÃa de los Niños in Downtown Brownsville. pic.twitter.com/IjiOdVodBf
— City of Brownsville (@BTxRGV) April 23, 2018
Passione Celeste! Fast Freddy takes a little photo break on yet another perfect ride! #bianchi #roadbike #passioneceleste https://t.co/MD16fvLABd pic.twitter.com/FBSIM7iFJL
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) April 24, 2018
Great to meet this awesome family living the real #bikelife. Watch them shred as they travel the country, rolling a couple of new #yeticycles for mom and dad, and a new @salsacycles for a lucky kid! https://t.co/LjBEjUTKX8 pic.twitter.com/YmTkJUqCKi
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) April 24, 2018
How These Couples Solved the Cycling Speed Gap https://t.co/jWek96mkHK pic.twitter.com/dTA5dlKC5F
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) April 24, 2018