Texas Bicycling June 4th 2021
The Texas 4000 is the longest annual charity bike ride in the world.
AUSTIN, Texas — Dozens of University of Texas at Austin students took off from the Forty Acres Friday morning for a bike ride with a purpose.
The group of 85 fully vaccinated UT students left to begin the Texas 4000, a 70-day, 4,000-mile bike ride across the U.S. that aims to raise awareness, hope and funds for the fight against cancer. It is the longest annual charity bike ride in the world.
Organizers said the …
Museum of North Texas History announces upcoming Hotter’N Hell Hundred Exhibit
by: Joshua Hoggard | www.texomashomepage.com
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — The Museum of North Texas History announced Thursday the opening of the Hotter’N Hell Hundred Exhibit on August 5, 2021.
The Hotter’N Hell Hundred is a fixture of North Texas and the cycling world.
“We are excited to highlight this long-time community event and learn more about how it started and how it’s changed over the years,†Madeline Calcote, Executive Director of the Museum of North Texas History said.
The first-ever …
‘Houston BCycle’ to hold green bike ride
Jessica Yang | www.newsbreak.com
HOUSTON — Houston BCycle bike rent is collaborating with CoHousing Houston to hold “Green Building Bike Ride – EaDo and 2nd Wardâ€. This is their second green building-themed bike ride. This time, bikers will explore some already-existing and future sustainability projects in EaDo and Second Ward. The participants will have a brief break at a local coffee shop in the middle of the event.
This event will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The …
Commentary: Inside gravel cycling’s ‘wait or race’ debate
Fred Dreier | www.velonews.com
Feed zones and mid-race stops present an ethical conundrum, as top riders look to establish unwritten rules of etiquette.
We’re all familiar with pro road cycling’s wait-or-race debate, right?
It’s that fun argument that erupts whenever a GC star is slowed by a crash or mechanical, and his rivals push on ahead.
As it turns out, gravel cycling has it’s own version of the wait-or-race debate, and there’s a good chance that we may see it play out at this weekend’s Unbound Gravel.
Here’s the ethical conundrum in gravel: What happens when the front group or riders agree to stop together at a feed zone, but one rider skips the stop to gain an advantage? The gravel cycling world saw this scenario play out at the May 22 Gravel Locos race in Hico, Texas.
Here’s what happened: …
Meet the classically trained pianist who could win Unbound Gravel
Fred Dreier | www.velonews.com
Emily Newsom is on the short list to win Unbound Gravel. Newsom is also a mom, a classically trained pianist, and perhaps the USA’s most interesting pro cyclist.
EMPORIA, Kansas (VN) — On most Wednesday nights you can find Emily Newsom playing her set at Lili’s Bistro in Fort Worth, Texas.
Under the dimmed houselights the regular guests will sip cocktails and clap and sing along, perhaps unaware that their entertainer for the night is also one of the country’s top professional cyclists. Newsom may open her gig with “Karma Police†by Radiohead, or with her version of Bill Withers’ classic “Ain’t No Sunshine,†before diving into one of the countless jazz standards that she knows by heart.
For three hours Newsom will …
Elderly bicyclist hit, killed by car Friday morning
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An investigation found the bicyclist was in the left lane of the road and was at fault for the accident.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — An elderly man was killed Friday morning after being hit by a car while on his bicycle, Lt. Pena with the Corpus Christi Police Department said.
The crash happened just after 7:30 a.m. on NAS Drive and Scotland Drive in Flour Bluff. …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Ex-Rocket Clint Capela is backbone of Hawks — and quite a trash talker, too https://t.co/TMYN4xAkY8
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) June 4, 2021
What an awesome piece by KXAN News on Bicycle World Race Team Member Aaron Shapely. Aaron is an amazing representative for so many in the tri community, for those who've beat out cancer and just an all-around solid person. Way to rep, Aaron!https://t.co/9K9bpuhO6T#CapTexTri pic.twitter.com/d9s4QAaU9q
— Bicycle World (@BicycleWorldTx) June 4, 2021
See photos of the sendoff ceremony for UT students taking on the @Texas4000 for cancer — a 4,000 mile ride from Austin to Alaska.
— Austin Statesman (@statesman) June 4, 2021
https://t.co/nTMSCmBXqH
Why do 4 day weeks feel longer than a regular work week?! We're ready to hop on a bike and head towards one of our favorite hangouts! How about you?#friyay #austin #bikeshare #metrobike #gobybike #weekend #eastaustin pic.twitter.com/CHzxK85gwf
— MetroBike (@ATXMetroBike) June 4, 2021
Nicely done @TxDOTPharr @TxDOT. How many miles of rumble strip was added on 107?
— BiciDude (@robdeleonjr) June 4, 2021
Cc: @OctavioOSaenz pic.twitter.com/HQh4WrR01V
Soggy start to June: Austin gets 3 inches of rain in 24 hours by Thursday, more showers ahead https://t.co/rrUMQv9bY0 pic.twitter.com/lvqo3NtEKD
— Austin Statesman (@statesman) June 4, 2021
Huge shoutout to @Texas4000 who are starting their journey today! Have a good and safe ride!🤘🚲🚲🤘 pic.twitter.com/sFFIskwIX0
— Bike UT (@bikeut) June 4, 2021
Repairs to the MKT Bridge are now underway! Houston Parks Board appreciates the continued patience of community members and thanks @HoustonTX for allowing us to accelerate and pay for this important project.
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) June 4, 2021
We are hopeful that the bridge will reopen by Labor Day weekend. pic.twitter.com/r2OwdW6Rrm
Did you know? 1 in 5 traffic fatalities in Texas is a pedestrian or bicyclist. #FactFriday pic.twitter.com/TNFbZdNH8R
— WalkBikeSafeTx (@WalkBikeSafeTX) June 4, 2021
Day Zero, the official send-off from @UTAustin for the 2021 Team, has happened! Tomorrow is Day 1 of the 70-day 2021 Summer Ride Sponsored by @AbbottNews . We couldn't be more proud of the team & can't wait to see and hear more about their cancer fighting journey! #Texas4000 pic.twitter.com/HOM3z8DZ4E
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) June 4, 2021
@houstonpolice Kingwood Bike unit at The Children’s Lighthouse talking to kids about 🚲 bike safety 🦺 Summer is here. #communitypolicing pic.twitter.com/x3cw8IcfO3
— GHPAL_Officer_Morales (@GhpalMorales) June 4, 2021
Join us Tuesday, 6/8 from 12-1pm for our Lunch & Learn Virtual Series Presents: Vision Zero. @JayCrossley with @FarmAndCity will be joining us to talk about Vision Zero as both Dallas & Fort Worth create their plans to reduce traffic violence. Register at https://t.co/ttEdHN64Qn pic.twitter.com/M0GiD5a5tk
— BikeDFW (@BikeDFW) June 4, 2021
Construction of @RedLineParkway on-street connection via Cherrywood Bikeways begins this monthhttps://t.co/p0iAj4f70R
— Red Line Parkway Initiative (@RedLineParkway) June 4, 2021
Look who's riding the HHH events August 27 – 29!!!
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) June 4, 2021
Sign-up at https://t.co/WSNejn1xEp and see if you can beat his times pic.twitter.com/UAOnjfkJU2
Be cool 😎 Minimize your impact on #ATX’s natural spaces. Keep our parks clean, be considerate of others + stay on trails #LeaveNoTraceATX #LNT
— Austin Parks & Rec (@AustinCityParks) June 4, 2021
👉 Learn more: https://t.co/NEQD9mfXyw pic.twitter.com/AYGX0ddepp
This event is a week from tomorrow! We can't wait to see everyone😎🚴â€â™‚ï¸https://t.co/Y58nt0XH4d
— McKinney Police (@McKinneyPolice) June 4, 2021
Help your community and get in a bike ride?
— Rodney Ellis (@RodneyEllis) June 4, 2021
This is my kind of event!https://t.co/12f3glILcH
https://twitter.com/SAParksandRec/status/1400810459062800389
Colin Strickland explains his two bikes for Unbound Gravel.
— VeloNews (@velonews) June 4, 2021
The reigning champ has an Allied Able and a new Allied Echo. He's not sure which one he'll use.
Full video on https://t.co/fiCYS7jBrN.https://t.co/OAD9zX73Nc pic.twitter.com/WzJ5AMzmMn
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – 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) June 4, 2021
El Paso Bicycle Club
It's Back !! Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – An El Paso cycling… https://t.co/1XfSiadZnx
New Event Wednesday Night Ride (WNR) – El Paso, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 4, 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/qdxwFbLUef
New Event The 33nd Annual Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Tour – Tyler, TX The 33nd Annual Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Tour at Tyler, TXhttps://t.co/oFx1RAqw7dhttps://t.co/JzE59RJBxf
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 4, 2021
Short Route 26 miles
9:00 AM
$40
East from Downtown Tyler thru … https://t.co/9We20H0Uwt
New Event Thursday Morning Cruise – Canutillo, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 4, 2021
Meet at 7:30 am at Starbucks at the Outlet Mall in Canutillo. Ride out at 7:45. 20-25 miles at 14-16 mph pace. Mostly flat, a few hills. Maintain physical distance of at least six … https://t.co/kznmOSIXGN