Texas Biking News August 28th 2020
Arlington Police Officer Injured, 1 Killed After Car Strikes Cycling Group On Bridge
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FORT WORTH, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – An Arlington detective in the Crimes Against Children’s Unit was seriously injured, and another cyclist — 57-year-old Steven Dennis was killed when a motorist struck them from behind.
It happened on the bridge of Dottie Lynn Parkway over West Division in Fort Worth.
The officer, who was later identified as Alan Branch, was riding a bike with members of his church. Police said he’s alert and conscious at JPS Hospital surrounded by officers and family.
“Any time one of your own is injured, it’s hurtful. It’s part of the family. You know, we …
Plans underway for annual Cotton Patch Classic
By Brad Kellar | www.heraldbanner.com
Donaghe Buick GMC has signed on for the fourth year as the title sponsor for the 24th annual Cotton Patch Classic bicycle tour. From left are John Clark, Bike Ride Director for the Noon Rotary Club of Greenville, Chance Donaghe, David Weiland with the Rotary Club and Craig Bird with Donaghe Buick GMC.
Preparations are underway for the 24th annual Cotton Patch Classic bicycle tour, scheduled Sept. 19 in downtown Greenville and hosted by the Noon Rotary Club of Greenville.
Donaghe Buick GMC is the title sponsor for the event, along with the city of Greenville.
David Weiland with the Rotary Club said the organization is humbled by Donaghe Buick GMC’s continued support of the event.
“This is their fourth year,†Weiland said. “And they …
Austin Insider Guide – How To Plan A Fun Biking Day With Kids
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Just because school’s back in session, doesn’t mean that summer feeling has to come to end. That’s why happyly is partnering with Free Fun in Austin to offer readers a bevy of curated activities for a fun and active family day in the midst of these strange times. After all, it is happyly’s mission to inspire fun and safe outings so you can spend less time planning and enjoy more quality time together. This week, getcher pedal on because we’re planning a fun biking day complete with burgers and a pit stop at Govalle Park! …
Mellow Johnny’s to continue providing police bikes until end of year
by Dean Yobbi | www.bicycleretailer.com
AUSTIN, Texas (BRAIN) — Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop will provide bikes and services to the Austin Police Department until the city awards another contract, which is expected "sometime before or shortly after the beginning of the new calendar year."
In a letter written by Austin Procurement Manager Cyrenthia Ellis and dated Aug. 25, the city will end the current five-year contract with 30 days’ notice after awarding the new contract. The letter followed an Aug. 6 phone call with …
Celebrate Austin’s oldest hike-and-bike trail during special 2-week event
By Melissa Gaskill | austin.culturemap.com
In years past, the Shoal Creek Conservancy hosted an annual spring fundraising event called the Shoal Creek Social, featuring live music, food and drink, activities and a silent auction. It typically took place in a venue near the iconic creek, which is also home to the oldest hike-and-bike trail in Austin.
But this is 2020. The group canceled its spring social and now has planned a pandemic-appropriate alternative: Shoal Creek Social Distancing. The two-week giving campaign, which runs September 15-30, encourages Austinites to get out …
Hotter ‘N Hell Today With No Hotter ‘N Hell 100
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Screenshot from my phone on this last Friday of the 2020 version of August.
The Hotter ‘N Hell 100 should have been happening now, but it was canceled months ago due to the Trump Pandemic.
If I remember right, and sometimes I do, last year’s Hotter ‘N Hell 100 was not HOT, with the temperature being in the 90s. With rain, again, if I am remembering right.
108 is a bit warm. Not the …