Texas Bicycling News Digest November 5th 2018
In the wake of a deadly year for Houston cyclists, non-profit increases bike safety classes
By R.A. Schuetz | www.chron.com
Cyclists wove in and out of an obstacle course Sunday at the Rice University bike loop. In the sun of a flawless fall afternoon, they practiced what to do when things suddenly go awry: a rapid dodge for potholes and rocks; a hairpin turn that could save a cyclist being cut off by a car.
“A lot of people like to bike, but they don’t feel safe in terms of motorists,†said Inge Ford, a member of Bike Houston leading the free bike safety class with Regina Garcia. She hoped the class would give people the …
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Video: City releases finalized draft of pedestrian and bicycle plan
By: Victoria Larned | www.everythinglubbock.com
LUBBOCK, Texas – The City of Lubbock released their finalized draft of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, on Friday.
The main parts of the plan included putting in and improving bike lanes throughout the city, and improving sidewalks and crosswalks for pedestrian safety.
Greg Davis, owner of DFC Cycles and Fitness, said the …
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AP-TX–Texas News Digest 1 pm, TX
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… EXCHANGE-BICYCLISTS-TRAIL SYSTEM
RICHARDSON, Texas — Bicyclists across North Texas love the regional plan to have 4,000 miles of streets and trails that specifically address their needs. “Growth has brought in vehicle capacity. When the streets weren’t congested, four of five of us could get out,†said Bob Whitson of Garland, who now rides with larger numbers as a member of the Plano Bicycle Association. “You have to go up past McKinney to get out in the country now.†The Dallas Morning News reports he and dozens of others were universal in their approval of plans for regional trails and potential for safer bike trips recently shared by the Texas Department of Transportation at the Richardson Civic Center. By Ray Leszcynski, The Dallas Morning News.
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Upcoming Rides
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Lite Bike
Tuesday, November 6, 2018 @ 7:05 PM
MPPPL
Tuesday, November 6, 2018 @ 5:30 AM
Society Cycle Works Tuesday Night Ride
Tuesday, November 6, 2018 @ 6:30 PM
Wednesday Light Ride
Wednesday, November 7, 2018 @ 6:30 PM
Nite Bike
Thursday, November 8, 2018 @ 7:05 PM
SCW Thursday Night Ride
Thursday, November 8, 2018 @ 6:30 PM
SWCC Sunday
Sunday, November 11, 2018 @ 7:30 AM
Bike Barn West University Sunday Ride
Sunday, November 11, 2018 @ 7:30 AM
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Sunday Funday in the Rain!..Not made of Sugar
Troy Serrano | www.strava.com
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Texas Bicycling from Twitter
.@HoustonPlanning's own Pete Eccles joined @BikeHouston’s basic skills class last weekend on his way to becoming a @BikeLeague Cycling Instructor! 🚴â€â™‚ï¸ðŸ™ŒðŸ¼Step by step, Houston’s on its way to becoming more #bikefriendly: https://t.co/Gt6pABInvJ pic.twitter.com/7JBnqlZGLu
— Houston Bike Plan (@HoustonBikePlan) November 5, 2018
Some Dentonites are presenting to City Council about the benefits of protected bike lanes THIS Tuesday at 6:30pm. Please attend to show your support! More info: https://t.co/7yec8yQYl6 pic.twitter.com/PmCGKmFzeW
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) November 5, 2018
Beautiful weekend for @dallasbikeride! Thanks to @RichBikeMart for help tuning up our bikes before the ride. #BuildTheLOOP pic.twitter.com/4J7bD3VafW
— The Loop (@TheLoopDallas) November 5, 2018
Popular bike-share makes sudden exit from The Woodlands https://t.co/SP55a8whZC
— Gail Delaughter (@Gail_HPM) November 5, 2018
Check out my pre-invasion ride on the #Borderwall on Strava: https://t.co/eEOPG1nsKj#iamspecialized #StumpjumperHT #IWantMyMTB #MissionTrails #Borderwall pic.twitter.com/PkSEcURx6Z
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) November 5, 2018
Bike is life. pic.twitter.com/K4kYKz1NE6
— Critical Mass Houston (@HoustonCM) November 5, 2018
Here's a link to the ATX CX Cup Series points after day 1 & 2 of Georgetown: https://t.co/tkMfaIm90b
The 1st tab lists ALL events; there is an separate tab for each… https://t.co/eFrndxGEr2
— ATXCXCup (@ATXCXCup) November 5, 2018
Ever wonder what it would look like to have bicycles replace cars on Dallas' streets? The second-annual Dallas Bike Ride is here for you. https://t.co/vprCJpuSd3
— D Magazine (@DMagazine) November 5, 2018
Congratulations to all of the riders who crushed 20 miles during the @dallasbikeride on Saturday morning. Thank you Dallas Bike Ride for letting us be part of your event! 🚲#DallasBikeRide | #DallasBIGWins pic.twitter.com/5jns9vT81K
— Dallas Sports Commission (@dallas_sports) November 5, 2018
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event ARR Monthly Club Ride at Cameron Park – Waco, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/dlKbbq0nA4
Please join us for this fantastic adventure to Cameron Park! This is a no drop ride for riders of all levels, b… https://t.co/OHoh2A7fkr
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) November 6, 2018