Texas Biking News March 25th 2021
Bent Back on The Southern Tier
By Andy Lamb | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 1 – Brackettville, TX: Easing back into bicycle touring
Wednesday March 24, 2021, 34 miles (54 km) – Total so far: 34 miles (54 km) Short ride today. Took advantage of the complimentary breakfast at the hotel this morning before I checked out. Left my hotel in Del Rio just after 10 am. Saw a group of bicycle tourist at the stop light across from the hotel on Veterans Blvd. A short distance from the hotel I was back on the Southern Tier. It felt good to be back on the tour.
Stopped to take a picture of the Welcome to Del Rio sign on my way out of town. Passed by Laughlin Air Force Base east of Del Rio. While I was taking a photo of one of the numerous historical signs 12 miles into today’s ride a …
Southern Tier with a friend in 2021
By Chris Bradshaw | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 18: Rest Day
Thursday March 18, 2021 A well deserved rest day in El Paso, TX gives us a chance to rest our legs and be on the lookout for more tacos. We started the day by working on our bikes. Jon, getting a new chain, rear derailleur cable and some brake pads. Nicholas, only needed a cleaning of his chain and a brake adjustment. George, Mike and myself only needed some cleaning and chain lube.
Then it was time to get serious. Nicholas, went through his 1 million items in his panniers and was able to shed 10 pounds of gear. A short walk to the post office, followed by a stop for some tacos. Then it was Nicks idea to walk down to the border to say “Hello†to Mexico. 7 miles of walking is not …
Day 19: El Paso – Sierra Blanca (96 miles)
Friday March 19, 2021
Today was a tough ride. 96 miles into a headwind the entire way. Luckily, Mike “The Machine†Dieterle was able to pull us along the way. So far, Texas is not impressive to look at. The route took us on frontage roads that pass through several goat towns now, mostly due to the nearby interstate. The roads are mostly used by boarder patrol vehicles. Twice today we came upon a lady in distress. She is a …
‘Bunny Hop’ Bike Ride and fitness events around Houston
Ana Khan | www.houstonchronicle.com
Ready2Roll Cycling.
Bollywood & Bhangra Dancing Class at Levy Park.
“Bunny Hop†Bike Ride
Friends of Riverside Park Houston and Riverside Civic Association present an outdoor family bike ride at Riverside Park. After the ride, kids will receive Easter gifts. 10 a.m.-noon March 27; Riverside Park, 2600 Calumet; facebook.com/friendsofriversideparkhouston. …
Another Day in the Life of a Bike Dude
A Dude Abikes | adudeabikes.com
Something woke me up. Normally it’s construction, the hospital helicopter, highway traffic, barking dog, full bladder, or all of the above. Sometimes it’s a dream but they fade from memory quickly. Oh wait, I remember. It was pain in my hip from overdoing it with the resistance bands two days ago. I applied an ice pack and went back to sleep. Woke up, repeated. Felt better, but still sore. I resolved to take it easy today. Which if you know me I’m all about easy, …
Texas Biking from Twitter
My 6-year-old was so excited to decorate the @Safety_Pizza we got at @EaDoBikeCo (and almost as excited to mount it on the new tagalong we got at @BikeBarnTX). #supportyourLBS pic.twitter.com/GfJbHvAWr8
— Joe Cutrufo (@JoeCutrufo) March 26, 2021
Do like riding and camping at Flat Rock Ranch?
— STORM (@STORM_MTB) March 26, 2021
Sign up to volunteer at the race April 10 or 11 and get a FREE entry and or camping. Must be registered for FREE access. Sign up below.
@jdreiss #flatrockranch #frr #volunteering https://t.co/3GCCo9ouPc
Sunday's meet-up ride: https://t.co/2aSCEvuAZp pic.twitter.com/vldyYK7LPz
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) March 25, 2021
The boom of a cannon starting off HHH rides dates to 1982 when "Tree" Wood began the 1st ride w/ a BOOM!
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) March 25, 2021
We have since added a flyover. An HHH start is an amazing experience that starts with the Star-Spangled Banner & ends w/ jets/planes flying overhead & a cannon shot. Wow! pic.twitter.com/yQNtN6L2Yc
When you roll with a squad like this, the fun grows exponentially. Find your squad, or roll with ours. Check online for group ride times: https://t.co/GsiRVTNIO9#TexassPremierBikeShop #GroupRides #SquadGoals #WacoTexas pic.twitter.com/14GgKmYQOv
— Bicycle World (@BicycleWorldTx) March 25, 2021
#TBT to the ‘91 Tour DuPont with @lancearmstrong and @bobbyjulich on the USCF/Yamaguchi Performance US Team bike.
— mellowjohnnys (@mellowjohnnys) March 25, 2021
Pic : @Yamaguchibike pic.twitter.com/EhWgGNPJR0
See https://t.co/pFbXRmNOxE for DB1 ride schedule [BT] (Mar 27, 2021 08:00AM)
— PBA Rides (@pbaDB1) March 25, 2021
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – El Paso, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 25, 2021
It's Back !! Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – An El Paso cycling tradition!! Leaderless ride for all groups. Organize your group for your particular speed range. Ride as hard as you c… https://t.co/oaQgEoTM6n
New Event Hansford County Hoedown – Spearman, TX https://t.co/W5kefBp0p5
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 25, 2021
!!!!!VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!
DO NOT USE GOOGLE MAPS! You will end up in the wrong location!
From Spearman, TX Traffic Signal (TX-207-TX15 intersection).
Take TX-15 (north east) for 5… https://t.co/vokhvaqxdI
New Event Ride for Rotary – Brownsville, TX https://t.co/2NlFRkr0bc
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 25, 2021
Description:For event details, please refer to: https://t.co/7HTN5Tgsrh
Ride for Rotary is a bike ride hosted by the Rotary Club of Historic Brownsville, Inc.
The bike ride is from Br… https://t.co/2DBGBzozre
New Event Bikeland presents The Big Ring Challenge – Smithville, TX Bikeland presents The Big Ring Challenge @ Rocky Hill Ranch at Smithville, TXhttps://t.co/099SsmFZCMhttps://t.co/OfFIda4FrD
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 26, 2021
SUNDAY
Category Start Time Distance Priz… https://t.co/4rS4Uro5Yu