Texas Bicycling News Digest October 5th 2018
UCI’s new BMX pedal rule takes industry by surprise
by Stephen Frothingham | www.bicycleretailer.com
AIGLE, Switzerland (BRAIN) — Before preteen BMX racers head to the gate at tracks around the world next year, they may hear a new command from the starter: “Show us your feet!”
Under a recently announced UCI rule that takes effect Jan. 1, all racers under 13 are banned from using clipless pedals in BMX races.
For the industry and retailers, it means that the niche market for kid-sized clipless shoes may all but disappear. On the other hand, it may …
SRC Weekend Rides – Crystal Falls-Leander-Brushy Loop & Thunderbird
Brad Weaver | steinerranchcycling.com
Keepin’ an eye on the skies…will post a go/no-go by 7am. Hopefully we get ourselves another fine Saturday of riding!
Saturday there will be two group ride levels leaving at different times (from Cups & Cones) – Faster Pace and Endurance Pace.
• Faster Pace 7:30 am ride will head northwest for 62 miles at 18-20 mph avg. Get the route here: …
Need to make better friend choices. Easy isn’t as it sounds…
Jeremy Brown | www.strava.com
EPIC VCC GROUP RIDE-Friday Edition:
Leo Vela (VCC) | www.strava.com
Unicorn friday hot mess zone 2
Nicole Volek | www.strava.com
Fun Friday ride with Coach Chris
Bill Minter | www.strava.com
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
Online Registration is at: https://t.co/H8g4Vpxp9v
Online Reg is $35 and the start time is 8:00AM
Distances are 30,45, and 62 miles… https://t.co/3g5FzLmnz7
— DORBA (@dorbaonline) October 6, 2018
Just posted a photo https://t.co/NaqxhhL78E
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) October 5, 2018
We haven’t had a bike picture in a long time. #bike #cycling #learningtoride #bikepractice @ Cedar Park, Texas https://t.co/UtQx0YiLtJ
— weiland (@weiland) October 5, 2018
The forecast is looking good for Sunday morning. Please join us at Huntsville to celebrate the opening of the new NWCC trails. See you there at 9 am. https://t.co/Ge8uUMh3nB https://t.co/BKvNcGYsk7
— GHORBA (@ghorba_org) October 5, 2018
So long crit season. I'll kinda miss you, but I'm really going to enjoy the off season pizza binge a little more. pic.twitter.com/neNtcUpXNb
— Sarah Kamien (@sarahkamien) October 5, 2018
New Bike Day!! Salsa Cutthroat Suspension !! https://t.co/ZwcP7tlFnr pic.twitter.com/iBt6nAoErB
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) October 5, 2018
Get your walk and bike on this Sunday in Near Northside! https://t.co/asg8yVyci5
— Houston Planning (@HoustonPlanning) October 5, 2018
I admire parents that commute by bicycle and even take their kids to school. I see this dad almost every day and his kid is always all smiles. #thingsthatmakemesmile #inspiration… https://t.co/R2HRQtuw1T
— Martha A. Boyd (@twittyboyd) October 5, 2018
JUST ANNOUNCED: Join Dallas Bike Ride and @visit_dallas for Bikes and Brunch, our Official Event After Party! Stop by Dallas Farmers Market from 12-2pm for brunch, beverages, and lots of giveaways! Click below to RSVP ðŸ³ðŸš² @Dallas_Sports https://t.co/P6bfssiMcO
— Dallas Bike Ride (@dallasbikeride) October 5, 2018
The Wheelmen board would like to thank the cyclists who joined SAW or renewed their membership in September 2018. https://t.co/XjQlMSPaAu pic.twitter.com/euQrlOLQaL
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) October 5, 2018
Bikes and fun in Redbird coming up later this month!! Our friends at Bike Friendly South Dallas will be there!! https://t.co/KJRC9W1ncf
— BikeDFW (@BikeDFW) October 5, 2018
Do you have that #FridayFeeling? Hit the streets of Near Northside this Sunday (10/7) as Houston closes the street to cars and opens them up for Houstonians to be active! https://t.co/wbutYBGm2U pic.twitter.com/wyho8UVSWD
— gohealthyhtx (@GoHealthyHTX) October 5, 2018
Bicycle events are fragile. Once in awhile, please, put down your bike and volunteer. Also, get engaged with municipalities and work to protect what we love and enjoy. https://t.co/dGEtsthRjq
— FortWorthCX (@FortWorthCX) October 5, 2018
Not as hot as Atlanta.
The boy wants to ride…#bikerentals #trekbikes #falcons #aclbikes #austin #texas #airstreambikeshop #austincitylimits #zilkerpark #paulmccartney @trekbikes… https://t.co/PM0VFt4Kr1— Streamline Cycles (@Streamlinecycle) October 5, 2018
We are thrilled to announce our newest station location: Cook Children's at Pennsylvania & 7th Ave. This station was moved from the former Texas Health Harris Hospital station.
We are excited for @CookChildrens sponsorship and look forward to our partnership with them. pic.twitter.com/sxzfauH1b9
— Fort Worth Bike Sharing (@fwbikesharing) October 5, 2018
#rat1000 stage race mind games 😉 https://t.co/2XvwDynY2r
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) October 5, 2018
#rat1000 https://t.co/dDy4wjrU8o
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) October 5, 2018
— Dan Pedroza (@beagleracing) October 5, 2018
The fruits of our labor for Earn-a-Bike! #wheelmen100 pic.twitter.com/NxUx7Rp2LG
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) October 5, 2018
Exciting news: There is another pedestrian hike/bike bridge coming to a bayou near you! Check out this sneak preview of the bridge being installed across the future Greens Bayou Greenway near I-45. pic.twitter.com/1RGhrXYj1f
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) October 5, 2018
It's when you #sendit at the #freeride512 park. #backflip #dialed. i.ewright https://t.co/NPSupzBJdA @ Smithville, Texas https://t.co/6ND4Um5Kuq
— RIDESTOKE (@ridestoke) October 5, 2018
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Bicycle rally and scavenger hunt – Houston, TX The 13th Annual Houston Heights Bicycle Rally and Scavenger Hunt is coming up.The rally is open to riders of all ages and designed as a casual, self-paced ride. Entrants can choose between a 20-mil… https://t.co/xEKHGybG0z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 5, 2018
New Event ARR Trail Crew / Berms and drainage rollers – Austin, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/hrKD70vnxx
Meet at the POOL PARKING LOT near the bike repair station.
We will be shaping dirt for better drainage… https://t.co/BZ5oLHhhUw
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 5, 2018
New Event Houston Bicycle Club Houston Sans Car – Houston, TX https://t.co/1Ru813d5FP
It's the first Sunday of the month and time for another Houston Sans Car Ride. The forecast is for clear skies at start time and rain starting late in the morning, ho… https://t.co/pHJtEhZGaq
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 5, 2018
New Event Cyclocross Scuffle – Elgin, TX Cyclocross Scuffle at Elgin, TXhttps://t.co/POaCmUY9O4
The event will utilize race|result’s ActivePro transponder for timing/scoring. Each competitor is required to mount one to their bicycle or wear it on the… https://t.co/NTZidFoP6a
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 5, 2018