Texas Bicycling News May 11th 2021
A new 15 mile trail system in southeast Amarillo is underway
By Taylor Mitchell | www.newschannel10.com
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) – A new 15-mile hike and bike trail system at the Rick Klein Sports Complex in Amarillo is underway.
Six Pack Outdoors has built about six miles of the trail so far and it’s already open to whomever wants to use it.
They are working on adding technical features, bridges and several water crossings to the trail.
“Over the next three to four months were going to be finishing up the trail system out here. When we get that finished were going to start working on a skills area for people to develop a mountain bike and bike handling skills out here that’ll have some wooden features and some dirt features on it,†said Geoff Hall, a director at Six Pack Outdoors.
The City of Amarillo approved the project, so …
Video: Texas cyclist tasered after running red light
by Simon_MacMichael | road.cc
Video has gone viral of a cyclist being tasered by police close to a university campus in Texas after the rider went through a red light – although the police department involved, described as “Campus Cowboys,†say that the widely shared footage doesn’t show the full story.
The incident, which also saw the cyclist being tackled to the ground, happened last Wednesday lunchtime on University Drive near the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, around 80 miles northwest of Houston, reports Kbtx.com (link is external).
A College Station Police Department patrol car followed the cyclist through a junction, whereupon the rider turned round and was confronted by an officer who, as he pulled him from his bike, said: “You’re under arrest.†…
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On our team, everyone plays a critical role providing genuine, helpful and friendly service to help our athletes perform at their best and enjoy their sport. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve. This role is an opportunity to make a difference and join the world’s greatest sports team.
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… Bosque Tour de Norway
The 2021 Bosque Tour de Norway bicycle ride will start at 8 a.m. Saturday at Clifton High School, 1101 N. Avenue Q.
Organizers will have four routes to choose from: 20, 40, 60 and 80 miles, each passing through the beauty of the top of Texas Hill Country and the historical Norse community.
Packet pickup will start at 6 a.m. in the Clifton High School Gym.
For more information, call the Clifton Chamber of Commerce at 254-675-3720. …
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Beautiful turnout this evening for the memorial ride honoring the life of Hector Saldarriaga 💖😔🚲 pic.twitter.com/vXuTbFhGOi
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— Water, Power, and Heat (@Sanjeeeezy) May 11, 2021
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— UT Surplus Property (@UTSurplus) May 11, 2021
Denton City Council is receiving a presentation about the Trails Master Plan update during today's work session. Item 3(B) on the agenda. Meeting begins at 3:00 PM.
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) May 11, 2021
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— Mobility Authority (@CTXMobility) May 11, 2021
Ordinary errand to the post office turned mini #bikemonth adventure. Took me less time to lock the bike up than to park. I'd say this is a win for a Tuesday! pic.twitter.com/4ryDEOShQS
— Fort Worth Bike Sharing (@fwbikesharing) May 11, 2021
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— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) May 11, 2021
Working with Parks and Recreation, Parks Foundation, Friends of McAllister, and the San Antonio Road Runners Off Road Runners to get this great REI grant project completed. It takes community and everyone pulling together to accomplish great things.#reigrant #trailsigns pic.twitter.com/qTs9QsPaWu
— STORM (@STORM_MTB) May 11, 2021
We passed 3,700 registrations for our 2021 HHH events last night!!! Thank you!!
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Add one more speed machine in Wichita Falls! Angela dropped in to secure this beautiful Liv Cycling Avow Advanced Pro 2. Best of luck on your next triathlon!
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