Texas Bicycling News May 8th 2021
Bicyclist killed in SE Houston collision, driver detained
Anna Bauman | www.houstonchronicle.com
A bicyclist was killed Saturday morning on a southeast Houston road, police said.
The driver of a white pick-up truck struck a bicyclist shortly before 9 a.m. on the 12400 block of Galveston Road, according to the Houston Police Department. The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities detained the driver, who is being evaluated for possible intoxication, after locating the damaged truck down the street, OnScene TV reported.
HPD Officers are investigating an Auto/Bicyclist Fatality Crash in the 12400 block of Galveston Road. Expect traffic delays in the area. #HouNews #houtraffic
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) May 8, 2021
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Ride a bike, see a show, observe Memorial Day: 12 events and activities in The Woodlands area in May and June
By Vanessa Holt | communityimpact.com
Ride your bike to work
The Woodlands celebrates Bike Month with events for all ages, including Bike to Work Day on May 21 encouraging residents to ride bicycles to work. 6:30 a.m•.-9 a.m. (May 21), 9 a.m.-noon (May 22). Free. Northshore Park, 2•505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. info@bikethewoodlands.org. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Land of Fire and Wind
By David Goodrich | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Kermit – Midland, and Rest Day: The wind, changes
Thursday May 6, 2021, 61 miles (98 km) – Total so far: 522 miles (840 km) Today was looking ominous early. I had a long day ahead, so I was on the road by first light. Usually weather comes up in the afternoon. Today I was looking at a stinking headwind right from the start. Since I was averaging 7 mph down in the drops, it wasn’t at all clear if I would make it to Midland tonight. Along with a stiff climb, I would find myself in a 30-mile construction zone and would spend most of the morning on the inside of the cones. …
Bicyclist dies in hit-and-run accident early Saturday on Moffett Road overpass
By STACY FAISON | lufkindailynews.com
A man riding a bicycle died early this morning in a hit-and-run accident on Loop 287’s Moffett Road overpass, according to a press release from Jessica Pebsworth, communications director for the city of Lufkin.
Although no one witnessed the accident, Lufkin police believe it happened just before the first 911 call came in around 3:45 a.m.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene, the release states. His identity will be released once family notification has been completed.
The incident remains under investigation. …
Bike Riding With Dozens Of Goslings In Sikes Lake
Durango Texas | durangotexas.blogspot.com
Rolled my bike to Sikes Lake this second Saturday of the 2021 version of May. A couple days ago I was at this location and saw a few dozen goslings being herded across the paved trail, heading to the lake. Walkers and bikers stopped to watch and not interrupt the passage.
The guardian geese get quite aggressive with their protecting the babies duty. You get a warning hiss noise with a tongue stuck out and wagging. I have not …
Ride of Silence – North Austin
RedFalcon | bicycleaustin.info
When: Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 6:45; Ride starts at 7:00 PM
Where: On all 7 continents, but locally, we will start from the parking lot south of St. David’s North Austin Medical Center at 2511 Park Bend Drive, Austin 78758 (go to the parking lot on the south side of Park Bend Drive next to the Walnut Creek trail).
What: Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways.
Why: Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn’t aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves.
Who: You. Join us for a slow placed family friendly 8-mile ride.
Free and open to anyone. No registration. Lights required. For more information, visit: http://www.rideofsilence.org …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Pics from today's ride… pic.twitter.com/axl9T1MdEO
— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) May 8, 2021
Join us on Saturday, May 15th for a Community Bike Ride. This event is a joint effort between @DallasPD & @bfsouthdallas. Hope to see you there!#BikeMonth pic.twitter.com/kSVs0NOBzL
— BFSD (@bfsouthdallas) May 8, 2021
Bike Repair Basics -Fix-It at Home!, a free online, interactive series .https://t.co/rMHUgzuTAP pic.twitter.com/Z8QsuNdQ5e
— ATX Transportation (@austinmobility) May 8, 2021
Successful @drivewayseries last Thursday with @stefanrothe taking the WIN ahead of Dan Ajer and TC Porterfield!#elbowzracing #iamspecialized #drivewayseries pic.twitter.com/fXLUW9gTYs
— ELBOWZ Racing (@elbowzracing) May 8, 2021
This picture is pretty much Austin in its current form. Cyclists + Tesla + old VW bug. pic.twitter.com/d17NdoM1Z0
— joahspearman (@joahspearman) May 8, 2021
On Monday, May 10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Austin Resource Recovery is hosting a Fix-It at Home episode on bike repair basics.
— ATX Transportation (@austinmobility) May 8, 2021
This class will be taught in English and Spanish and you can register here: https://t.co/2aKi7hMBhK! #ATXBikeMonth pic.twitter.com/ng9RkgQ0Lw
Went for a ride. There was wind… pic.twitter.com/fqYhp7tyn6
— Chris Glasscock ðŸƒðŸ»â€â™‚ï¸ðŸš´ðŸ¼â€â™‚ï¸ (@ctopher73) May 8, 2021
â¦@NorthavenTrailâ© â¦â¦@DPDCentralNPOâ© Great day with our dedicated bike patrol. pic.twitter.com/mXqk6LIFca
— Lee M. Kleinman (@LeeforDallas) May 8, 2021
May 2021 Northaven Trail Bridge over 75 https://t.co/UQgfK0oeIX via @YouTube @NorthavenTrail pic.twitter.com/azxWpFc2UJ
— Lee M. Kleinman (@LeeforDallas) May 8, 2021
Thank you to artist Rose Sterling and the Walmart Community Mural Program for this mural at the entrance to the Super Walmart on Greenbriar (in Wichita Falls)!!!#WalmartMurals pic.twitter.com/NNLeNcS9n9
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) May 8, 2021
Not bad, Dallas. Not bad at all.#rideyourbike pic.twitter.com/ZgYsqCd1Nh
— mellowjohnnys (@mellowjohnnys) May 8, 2021
From my house in McKinney I rode to White Rock Lake in Dallas and back this morning. 55 miles round trip. The south wind was tough, but I rode it blowing on my back headed home. 🚴💨 pic.twitter.com/nNswRaka6Q
— Maurice Peterson ðŸƒðŸš´ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸ (@OregonPioneer) May 8, 2021
It was a great Saturday morning for our Rebecca Creek ride. pic.twitter.com/rGW2Tm83l5
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) May 8, 2021
The bridge will connect NHT with the White Rock Creek, Cottonwood Creek, and SoPAC trails on the east side of the highway. This is a @TxDOT led project in collaboration with @CityOfDallas, @DallasCountyTx, @NCTCOGtrans, @NorthavenTrail, and others. 2/ pic.twitter.com/AcdPH3ofeM
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) May 8, 2021
Loved the big turnout we had for the groundbreaking. Thanks to so many friends for being there. Wore the @CityOfDallas “Ministry of Happiness†(@DallasParkRec, @dallaslibrary, and @dallasculture) pin courtesy of @LeeforDallas. 3/ pic.twitter.com/2OoBHMVnrQ
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) May 8, 2021
Proud of all our current and former @NorthavenTrail board members! Thanks @LeeforDallas for your vision on this many years ago. Learn more about the project and how to get involved here: https://t.co/2nMD7Qs812 4/4 pic.twitter.com/N9K6NuJ1tt
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) May 8, 2021
Thank you @TxDOT @TxDOTDallas for your incredible partnership on this project! https://t.co/21Gn7QAhoJ
— Northaven Trail (@NorthavenTrail) May 8, 2021
SOS 25 miles on my black bike first time to ride it this year, out of shape & different muscle groups, got dropped( expected that, not used to bike ) . Ass kicked good night😂😂😂😂
— jerald roll (@grandpajerald) May 8, 2021
It is the weekend!! Will you take your bike for a ride?
— WheelBrothers (@WheelBrothers) May 8, 2021
Stay in touch with the rides happening in #Texas on our website: https://t.co/2ykr3cQs6n#bicycle #cycling #bike #bikelife #cyclinglife #roadbike #cyclist #mountainbike #cyclingphotos #cycle #texas #usa pic.twitter.com/DvWZpsH7nu
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – El Paso, TX Across from Rio Plaza (Park across from strip center at 6205 Upper Valley Rd (just north of Artcraft), El Paso, TX)
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2021
El Paso Bicycle Club
Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – This is what follows WN… https://t.co/WdSq4UlVxx
New Event Thursday Morning Cruise – Canutillo, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 8, 2021
Meet at 8:00 am at Starbucks at the Outlet Mall in Canutillo. Ride out at 8:15. 20-25 miles at 14-16 mph pace. Mostly flat, a few hills. Maintain physical distance of at least six … https://t.co/P3fuJxR7J3
New Event WE ARE BACK!!! ARR Monthly Ride Dana Peak Park For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/m1k9CaOibg
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 9, 2021
Join us this month as we travel to Dana Peak Park to ride! Wheels down at 9:30am. Please arrive early to find par… https://t.co/Bt4pSLsqIl