Texas Biking News October 11th 2021
Worlds Collide: A Midnight Rider Visits A Dude Abikes
A Dude Abikes | adudeabikes.com
OK, the truth is he didn’t come to Austin, Texas just to visit me, he came to see his son. But since he asked, I couldn’t get out of town in time, I couldn’t weasel out of it. Just kidding. A Midnight Rider hails from Southeastern Massachusetts, and from the moment he exclaimed “Dude!†I was taken back to my college days in Vermont. That New England accent ain’t heard too much around these parts, but it was welcome to my ears. If you’re not familiar with it, the letter “r†in certain words is a lot softer. So “Park the car in the yard†sounds like “Pahk the cah in the yahd.†Anyway, here’s a little recap of our get together. …
Owner of Gazelle bikes buys Cannondale, Schwinn for $810 million
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AMSTERDAM, Oct 11 (Reuters) – The Dutch owner of bike brands including Gazelle, Santa Cruz and Urban Arrow said on Monday it has agreed to buy brands including Cannondale, Schwinn and Mongoose from owner Dorel Industries Inc. for $810 million, creating one of the largest bike makers globally with $2.5 billion in estimated annual sales.
Pon Holdings, which bid unsuccessfully to buy the Sparta and Batavus brands for $900 million in 2017, said the Dorel acquisition would give it a strong foothold in U.S. markets, where it expects to sell e-bikes as well as road, city and mountain bikes.
"Together we can further cater to the ever …
Sales Associate Trek Bicycle Fort Worth, TX
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… What You’ll Do
First thing you need to know: this isn’t a typical retail gig. As a Trek Sales Associate, you’ll be on the frontlines helping people have fun by riding bikes. You’ll get to learn about some of the smartest products in the cycling industry, make thoughtful recommendations to your customers, and carry on meaningful relationships with riders in your community. The pace is fast, the customers are curious, and having an all-for-one, customer-centric team mentality is huge. We value hospitality skills first, and we’d rather hire someone who’s eager to learn than someone who thinks they know it all. If you’re already a bike expert, that’s awesome. If not, we’ll train you. The key is that you know how to treat customers, evaluate their needs, and exceed their expectations. …
David on the Southern Tier
By David Jelmini | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 21: Sanderson to Comstock, 2720’ of climbing, 7 hours in the saddle: No country for old men or cyclists
Saturday October 9, 2021, 81 miles (130 km) – Total so far: 1,077 miles (1,733 km) I’ll just start off by saying today pretty much sucked. I don’t know when I’ve had a tougher day on a bike. But I digress. So started off early with great weather like always, and then the wind kicks up, but pretty mild till late morning. …
Day 22: Comstock to Del Rio: 1138’ of climbing, 4 hrs in the saddle. On the border with more wind
Sunday October 10, 2021, 41 miles (66 km) – Total so far: 1,118 miles (1,799 km) The wind persisted all night. I figured it would calm down in the morning like usual, but not today. Left camp into the wind and it only got worse, up to around 15mph. The climbing wasn’t too bad but the constant wind really sucked. Fortunately it wasn’t a long day. …
I rode across the country this summer! 2600 miles in 43 days. Thought y’all would enjoy some pics from bicycling
DA"s pdate on six cyclists hit in Waller County from cycling
Alkek Velodrome News
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Upcoming Events Madison Super Sling Clinic w/Coach Carl Jones – 5:30-8pm Weds 13th Oct
Friday Night Racing Finale Feat. Madison Championships – 6:30pm Oct 15th
Season Finale! Our season finale is on Friday Night! We’ll have free Karbach Brewing, some soft drinks and Taco’s a Go Go will be on site selling food! Race registration is open.
Live Results & Schedule Link Actual Schedule will depend on participation
Rider of the Year Awards Rider of the year awards for the top 3 riders in each category will be presented during the evening. Final standings are available here.
Madison Races Madison Flying Lap – Rider one will complete a 2 lap wind up exchanging with rider 2 between the pursuit line on the back straight and start/finish line on the bell lap. Rider 2 will then be timed for 1 lap starting and finishing at the start/finish line.
Madison Points Race – This works the same as a regular points race however teams will operate in pairs with one rider active and one on relief. They will exchange through handslings or pushing. The active rider will designate the teams race position and be able to score points.
Team Races These are designed to provide a fun alternative to those who don’t want to do the Madison. Riders will ride the race individually but be scored as a team. As such teams are required to not contain more than 1 rider who has won an elite race this year.
Team Scratch – Teams of 2 (3 if required) race together and are scored on the 2nd rider to cross the line.
Team Points – Both riders race and points are combined at the end to determine the winners. If a team of 3 races the total 2/3 of the total points of the 3 will be used.
Junior U12’s If we can get 3 or more younger juniors out they will run a race scheduled of 4 Lap Scratch Race, 500m Chariot and 6 Lap Point a Lap in the regular omnium format.
CX Under the Lights CX Under the Lights is back, running weekly at 7pm it starts on Wednesday 27th October and will run every Wednesday until December 8th. More info can be found on the HTXCXLights Facebook Page
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Next Monday evening, come learn how to dial in your suspension for where and how you ride.
— mellowjohnnys (@mellowjohnnys) October 11, 2021
Register here: https://t.co/4vE494HVtt #rideyourbike pic.twitter.com/hwvmQBSwjN
Today @Bryce_Newberry planned the most fun #DaybreakAdventure at Spider Mountain in Burnet! 🚴 Love this place and these humans 💛 So excited for this to air! pic.twitter.com/tljWH87lnb
— Conner Board (@ConnerBoard) October 11, 2021
A daybreak adventure coming to a TV near you very soon! 📺 The @KVUE Daybreak team had SUCH a blast mountain biking 🚵â€â™€ï¸ at Spider Mountain 🕷 in Burnet!! They have cabins, trails, and wonderful skilled staff who welcomed us.
— Hannah Rucker KVUE (@suphannahrucker) October 11, 2021
No one face planted ayeeeee!!!! ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ pic.twitter.com/iR44YOAKp9
Rode a bit at #WalnutCreek but it was a muddy mess. Starbucks ride was a rousing success. (Also saw EMS and Fire Department help a woman who had driven her car through the barricade and into the creek down the hill from 38 1/2 on Cherrywood— next to the new traffic calming spot.) pic.twitter.com/7caNgNCJIn
— Martin Russell 🚲ðŸðŸ¿ï¸ (@russell_dallas) October 11, 2021
Waller County's district attorney on Monday said Waller Police failed to properly investigate a crash last month that injured six bicyclists.
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) October 11, 2021
Witnesses said the crash occurred as a local 16-year-old intentionally blew exhaust smoke on the riders. https://t.co/VaHyiWvgog
The recall will ask owners of the popular bike to bring it to a retailer over concerns of possible steerer tube failure. https://t.co/slDNxw2Dmy
— Bicycling Magazine (@BicyclingMag) October 11, 2021
Not withstanding a run-in with one aggressive driver, we had a great #BiketoberfestHOU ride last Saturday to @NewMagnoliaBrew. pic.twitter.com/0NFpjXifYR
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 11, 2021
We hope you’ll join us this Saturday for another round: we’ll be rolling out from Hermann Park at 2PM for a ride up to @HollerBeer. #BiketoberfestHOU rides are members only — if you’re not a member, you can ride with us and join in person at Holler! https://t.co/ft4CRvgbH1
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) October 11, 2021
Don’t want to pay for parking or deal with the traffic at the Alamodome on game day? Join the Office of Sustainability this Saturday for a bike ride from the Downtown Campus parking lot D1 to the game at the Alamodome! pic.twitter.com/QXSDBiS7Ml
— UTSA Sustainability ðŸðŸ‚🌼🦋 (@UTSASustain) October 11, 2021
#brownsvilletx #bicycle #puro956 #FridayVibes pic.twitter.com/wgeNeKGjRU
— âœï¸Mendo.Graphic$ (@mmendo) October 11, 2021
Our well-organized and stocked rest stops and our fabulous volunteers always draw crowds! pic.twitter.com/kFLTVuy2JZ
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) October 11, 2021
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Stan's Tour du Rouge Fundraiser & Ride
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 11, 2021
Come join us after the ride for Food, Refreshments, Raffles and much more… or just come to hangout and have some laughs with some awesome people. Contact Stan for more details: stan.lee@bikebarn.com 8… https://t.co/7TdCgWKX72
New Event Stan's Tour du Rouge Fundraiser & Ride
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 11, 2021
Come join us after the ride for Food, Refreshments, Raffles and much more… or just come to hangout and have some laughs with some awesome people. Contact Stan for more details: stan.lee@bikebarn.com 8… https://t.co/rIp6pKzAHg
New Event Rose City XC MTB Race – Tyler, TX https://t.co/Sw8dLbxxbE
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 11, 2021
Race Wave Start Times & Distance:
8:00 AM : Juniors 12 and under (1 lap, 2.5 & 3.5 miles)
8:15 AM : Juniors 13-14 and all Cat 3 racers (2 laps, 11 miles)
9:15 AM : Cat 2 r… https://t.co/KwkLdem0bd
New Event BellVelo Gravel Series – Bellville, TX https://t.co/6lFZOmUL3Rhttps://t.co/A3aZGdwsav December 11, 2021 at 08:00AM https://t.co/JTdJd8XxbF
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) October 11, 2021