Texas Biking News June 24th 2021
New path segments increase strolling and biking choices in Dallas – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Price
dailydallasjournalnews.com
Hiking and biking trails are very popular in Dallas and the city council approved several new segments on Wednesday.
The busy Katy Trail ends near the American Airlines Center on a cul-de-sac where there are no dedicated lanes for runners or cyclists heading south or west from there.
Garrett Rodriguez is a bicycle commuter. He uses the Katy Trail to get to work. It’s exactly the kind of thing that the Dallas leaders want to promote. …
Putting the cart before the horse
ROY FLORES | theeagle.com
The city of Bryan is at it again, putting the cart before the horse. It seems the Bryan Planning and Zoning Commission is looking into plans for putting a bicycle lane down Texas Avenue — even though there has never been a decent continuous sidewalk, much less an handicapped-accessible one covering that same area.
A bike lane would take frontage property away from longtime small business owners, reducing access to their businesses by building a median that would close off access to all but …
Cyclists Split On Sharing Bike Lanes With Pizza Delivery Robots
By Nathan Bernier | www.kut.org
A small fleet of robots delivering pizza in Central Austin has set off a debate about whether the semi-autonomous machines’ use of bike lanes will squeeze cyclists off the road or launch a technological revolution to reduce motor vehicle deliveries and boost demand for bicycle infrastructure.
"My personal view is that I don’t believe these belong in the bike lane," said Jake Boone, who serves as vice-chair of the …
Austin Mobility News For June 21
patch.com
The Austin Bike Map is updated regularly by Austin Transportation staff members who plan and build the infrastructure you ride on.
Your weekly news update from the City of Austin Transportation Department
In this week’s edition:
First phase of improvements to Stassney Lane under construction
Find Austin's safest, most updated bike routes with the Austin Bike Map
Calendar Corner: June 21 – 27, 2020
Texarkana Texas Receives $5.1 Million in Sidewalk Grants
Lisa Lindsey | kkyr.com
Great news for the beautification of our town. The City of Texarkana, Texas was recently awarded $5,152,402 for sidewalk improvements. These improvements will be along College Drive and North Robison Road. It was awarded from the Texas Department of Transportation’s Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA) Program. Where will these improvements be located?
So the big question is where will these improvements be located? According to the press release, the first will go towards a bicycle and pedestrian sidewalk infrastructure along College Drive from Robison Road to U.S. 71 (State Line Ave). This project will also include bike and pedestrian signalization improvements at Texas Boulevard. …
Registration open for 38th Annual Tour de Gap ride benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters
www.bigcountryhomepage.com
ABILENE, Texas (News Release) — Tour de Gap bike ride is BACK! This year marks the 38th Annual Tour de Gap ride at the Old Settlers’ Reunion Grounds in Buffalo Gap on July 24-25, 2021.
Tour de Gap is hugely popular, bringing in around 300 riders year after year from across Texas.
Participants will ride through the rolling hills of …
Fiesta Wildflower, San Antonio, Texas June 20, 2021
Roy and Christine | roy-pedalpushers.blogspot.com
Staging area was the Rolling Oaks Mall. This was just one of the many parking lots. Unfortunately, it appeared that COVID had forced the closure of many of the mall stores. Across the lot can be seen the starting/finishing arch. This must have been an overflow lot as it was full when we finished. …
Bike sharing in San Antonio saw boost during coronavirus pandemic
Samuel King | www.ksat.com
UTSA researchers found that communication about COVID-19 safety protocols were a factor
SAN ANTONIO – Many people turned to biking during the COVID-19 pandemic, for exercise or even to get around.
And a recent study from researchers at the University of Texas at San Antonio found that boom in biking even extended to San Antonio Bike Share.
“And it was amazing how the locals came out of the woodwork, if you will,†said JD Simpson, executive director of San Antonio Bike Share. “And suddenly people who had never used our program before …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Just out here takin’ potato photos of Strawberry moons. 🥔ðŸ“🌕 pic.twitter.com/5mfYRClNbH
— Alex Stivers (@AlexStivers) June 25, 2021
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) June 24, 2021
Pat approved. @VioletCrownATX rides from @mellowjohnnys are my regular haunt. 😎 https://t.co/cCV6mkB6e9
— Pat Kelly (@n_pat_kelly) June 24, 2021
‘Bike sharing in San Antonio saw boost during coronavirus pandemic: @UTSA researchers found that communication about COVID-19 safety protocols were a factor’
— Greg P. Griffin (@gregpgriffin) June 25, 2021
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— Nate Eguia (@N8d0gg7) June 24, 2021
2021 @TOADCyclingRace D9: Otto Wenz Café Hollander Downer Classic Women Cat 3/4 RESULTS (& Primes) #ToAD2021 pic.twitter.com/INjoqdD2wp
— One2Go_Results (@One2Go_Results) June 24, 2021
Woodlands puts brakes on e-bikes, pathway debate https://t.co/YRrJEztyCA
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) June 24, 2021
Bicycle Film Festival – Austin #2
— Sean (#BikeATX 🚲) (@BikeATX) June 24, 2021
(Virtual June 25th – July 11th) #BikeAustin #BikeATX #ATX
👉👉https://t.co/AxJrsKnzOl pic.twitter.com/83NZuy8SFF
New job opportunity: FT/PT Experienced Bike Mechanic at EaDo Bike Co​ https://t.co/WAHcQeTXSa
— EaDo Bike Co (@EaDoBikeCo) June 24, 2021
🤩Have you seen the bike lanes at Lake Austin Blvd? This is one of the many projects around Austin to make our city bikeable for all ages and abilities!🚲As of 2021, we've installed over 50 miles of protected bike lanes thanks to the #2016Bond! Learn more: https://t.co/2oX1LNsU1i pic.twitter.com/OcGrbVquSe
— ATX Transportation (@austinmobility) June 24, 2021
Join STORM’s Rebel Betties on Wednesday nights for a social mountain bike ride through McAllister Park. All skill levels are welcome. This is a no drop ride. Meet, ride and socialize with other ladies in the mountain biking community. https://t.co/dD9LxZqHhr pic.twitter.com/35jbL5eGrX
— STORM (@STORM_MTB) June 24, 2021
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— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) June 24, 2021
Been riding with 2-5 yr olds all over #ATX for several years. Crossing I-35 is *so* sketchy. I’ve already been thinking how to get to the new Waterloo Park. We already go from Cherrywood to Lott Pocket Park so I guess 12th St on the sidewalk hand on shoulder is the way to go. pic.twitter.com/DJWBrrgRrW
— Martin Russell 🚲ðŸðŸ¿ï¸ (@russell_dallas) June 24, 2021
Construction on the trail bridge has started! @DallasParkRec @CityOfDallas https://t.co/htOKRzIpZe
— Northaven Trail (@NorthavenTrail) June 24, 2021
2021 @TOADCyclingRace D9: Otto Wenz Café Hollander Downer Classic Men Cat 2/3 RESULTS (& Primes) #ToAD2021 pic.twitter.com/E4BsKlIgU6
— One2Go_Results (@One2Go_Results) June 24, 2021
City Council approves funding for new miles of trail in Dallas. These additions will make it easier for people to connect to the Katy Trail! https://t.co/1jnbAToOZ6
— Katy Trail (@KatyTrail) June 24, 2021
Stolen bike alert: brightly colored Margaritaville 🚲 reported stolen from a building in Audubon Place on Nextdoor. https://t.co/A45ZzB1Gya pic.twitter.com/cpMvSWsnJ2
— Joe Cutrufo (@JoeCutrufo) June 24, 2021
Big thanks to the Air Force 668 ALIS for today’s trash clean up day event at Devil’s Den! @saparksandrec @melissachavrda #trashcleanup #volunteersrock #devilsden #leoncreekgreenway #Leoncreek #AirForce pic.twitter.com/ENi2cXyRH3
— STORM (@STORM_MTB) June 24, 2021
We're nearing 4,600 registrations for the 2021 HHH!!!
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) June 24, 2021
Register by clicking https://t.co/kSVNpdzkaW
The 40th HHH is August 26 – 29 in Wichita Falls TX, and the endurance ride starts at 7:05 a.m. Saturday. pic.twitter.com/6CPDstmCva
On Sunday morning, we're doing our Gruene Latte ride. Wheels down at 8 AM. https://t.co/1uVNzCQRtA pic.twitter.com/LU4arCMS5Y
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) June 24, 2021
We're still in search of a few hard working individuals to join our team. Follow the link below to view remaining open positions and to apply.
— Bicycle World (@BicycleWorldTx) June 24, 2021
Apply Online: https://t.co/zX7B50TcA0 pic.twitter.com/6CitltBpZF
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Ride Like a Girl – Bike repair and Maintenance Clinic For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/TH1jzm4uQT
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 24, 2021
Can you add sealant to your tubeless tires? Can you repair a broken chain? Come learn how to take care of… https://t.co/5DCVCeePDh
New Event 2021 Yellow Rose Rambler – Luling, TX https://t.co/tZ64O2yoMR
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 24, 2021
Fantastic, all weather, gravel staging from Luling, TX. The routes are a great mix of scenic back country roads that wind across the San Marcos and Guadalupe Rivers Route options o… https://t.co/pqjh4cq41t
New Event 2021 Hell of the North Texas – Paris, TX https://t.co/kV7o1Nx5xg
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 24, 2021
Early Bird pricing available until week of the event. Club Spinistry members save and additional $20! Group Beginner Loop is FREE for Club Spinistry members!
Originally inspire… https://t.co/0ErL05q7zh
New Event Easygoing Ride June 26 – Dallas, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/feShonUIlX
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 24, 2021
This is a social, slow paced, no one left behind, ride of 14 to 20 miles. The ride is a good place to start when you are new… https://t.co/MbUgi8pair
New Event Easygoing Ride June 26 – Dallas, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/MSHjJbLTod
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) June 24, 2021
This is a social, slow paced, no one left behind, ride of 14 to 20 miles. The ride is a good place to start when you are new… https://t.co/EmWUHXY7wk