Texas Biking News September 6th 2021
‘That’s why I go hard’ – LaVernia cyclist overcomes cancer diagnosis to finish grueling races
Vincent T. Davis | www.expressnews.com
This is the 16th time that retired Army Lt. Col. Bill Mercado of La Vernia has taken part in the grueling cycling race called the Hotter ‘n Hell Hundred in Wichita Falls, Texas. He was diagnosed with leukemia more than two years ago, but Mercado hasn’t let his treatments stop him from living life to the fullest.
The Hotter’N Hell Hundred is not for shirkers. It’s for gallant souls committed to riding bicycles 100 grueling miles in 100-degree heat in one day.
On Aug. 28, cyclist Bill Mercado, 76, finished his 16th ride at the event that’s been held in Wichita Falls since 1982. The retired Army lieutenant colonel rode his black and yellow Cervélo carbon-frame bicycle among more than 13,000 cyclists from around the world. Mercado pedaled his sleek bike frame, weighing 2 pounds with 22 gears and hailed for its aerodynamic design, in the thick of speeding scrums.
He finished in under six hours. But when the toned and tanned Mercado …
Video: Bicycle ride across Texas honors first responders who died in the line of duty
By Katie Aupperle | www.kwtx.com
WACO, Texas (KWTX) -“Never forget.†That’s the motto of the Texas Brotherhood Ride.
Every year, first responders hit the highways of Texas on their bicycles to ride in honor of those they have lost.
This year’s ride is dedicated to 82 law enforcement members and 29 firefighters lost in 2020 in the line of duty.
The Brotherhood Ride kicked off in Houston Sunday. Monday, they rode their bikes through a number of Central Texas towns, going from Bryan-College Station to Waco.
“Knowing that we’re doing it for someone that can not do that now,†Capt. Craig Brouillette with the Baton Rouge Sherriff’s Office said.
“They paid the …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Unfortunately, due to damage from inclement weather, COTA is canceling tomorrow night's (9/7) Bike Night. All individual day registrations for tomorrow night's ride will be automatically refunded. Please contact @COTA for more information.
— TX Mamma Jamma Ride (@MammaJammaRide) September 7, 2021
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) September 7, 2021
STOLEN – Blue Raleigh Mojave in Windsor Park https://t.co/LrlbpDUCwP pic.twitter.com/wIn24rhr3L
— BikeIndex Austin (@stolenbikesatx) September 6, 2021
#HappyLaborDay! I started off the morning with a great bike ride around #LadyBirdLake in #Austin with my parents. It's still way too hot here, but we made the best of it and enjoyed our time together. #MSWarriors #AustinTX pic.twitter.com/a7srkz4oZN
— Lisa (@lisadoggettmd) September 6, 2021
These tires rolled half way ‘round TX, from Death Highway to the Guadalupe Mountains, through Big Bend and all the way along the border. They could be yours for $0. pic.twitter.com/WkAjSvlpMt
— Aaron N. Chamberlain (@elmachuca) September 6, 2021
More bike lane connectors in the Heights? Yes, please. https://t.co/Z05iwdp26q
— Houston BCycle (@HoustonBCycle) September 6, 2021
THREAD Cyclists in the Height are familiar with that spot at Stude Park where the White Oak bike trail comes to a grinding halt. To get to the nearby MKT trail you either have to hit the streets or take the long way around #hounews pic.twitter.com/t8KGEPCmQ4
— Gail Delaughter (@Gail_HPM) September 6, 2021
Save the Mission Trails – Sign the Petition! https://t.co/VgGQxyrETV via @Change
— BiciDude 🚲 (@robdeleonjr) September 6, 2021
Got up at 5am to drive to Katy and ride a century. Torrential rain, lightning, high winds. Nope. Turned around and drove home. Say what you will about “the rulesâ€, but it ain’t worth it.
— Jeff C. (@331miles) September 6, 2021
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event ARR All Level Ride @ Walnut Creek – Austin, TX The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup GroupÂ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 6, 2021
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***2021 Protocol for ride- Please wear a mask when meeting up for announcements. We will break the groups into 10 or less people and maintain social dista… https://t.co/HfpLxRpSlw
New Event Ride & Dine Public Meeting – The Woodlands, TX WCC Meeting Night
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 6, 2021
Last of the summer night Ride & Dine series for this year. Rides commence at 6:30-6:45 and riders back by 8PM will be joined by others for the Pizza from Crust. Come help us cel… https://t.co/IJAE3Nu3Ux