Texas Biking News April 13th 2020
Stay-at-home order sees increase locally in recreational running and biking
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Outdoor fitness opportunities provide important outlet during global pandemic
San Antonio – With opportunities for fitness and working out slashed during the “Stay Home, Work Safe†order, many are seeking outdoor recreation to fulfill their wellness needs. It should come as no surprise that parks and greenways have become busier as a reflection of more running, biking and walking.
Geoffrey Lindsey manages the Blue Star Bike Shop in Southtown and said that the shop has been …
The Southern Enduro Tour Offers a Glimpse of How Electric Mountain Bikes Might Fit in Racing
BY MIKE CARTIER | www.singletracks.com
Up until now, we’ve heard a lot of talk about e-bikes amongst friends and in the industry, and both marketing and sales appear to be on the rise.
Here in the USA, a regional enduro series in the south began featuring an e-MTB class in 2020. Though the initial amount of entries were minimal, the amount of buzz and chatter around the subject have been monumental. This new discipline may have a significant impact on the future of racing.
Now in its sixth year, the Southern Enduro Tour takes place across three states in the first four …
Austin Parks and Recreation limiting parking at parks, restricts Butler Hike and Bike Trail to one way
Drew Knight | www.kvue.com
AUSTIN, Texas — Although the City of Austin’s closure of all City parks and trails over the Easter weekend ended Monday at sunrise, the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) is implementing further restrictions to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19.
PARD will be decreasing parking access to all downtown, district and neighborhood parks to increase physical distancing by park and trail users. The department will also be converting the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake to one way.
These changes will be begin rolling out on …