Texas Bicycling News May 3rd 2022
College Station City Council Considering Changes To Regulations Covering Ridesharing Bicycles And Related Vehicles
Bill Oliver | wtaw.com
After the College Station city council issued a proclamation for National Bike Month at its last meeting, there was an update on regulations covering ridesharing or dockless bicycles and related vehicles.
No action was taken on nine changes proposed by staff to city regulations. The list includes setting a 15 mile per hour speed limit and lower in designated areas, allowing electric bicycles and scooters, and requiring a specific percentage of spaces in bicycle racks for traditional bikes.
Councilwoman Elizabeth Cunha said there was not enough room for regular bicycles due to the …
Shaun’s east-to-west solo Route 66 tour
By Shaun Ivory | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 30: Erick, OK to McLean, TX
Monday May 2, 2022, 47 miles (76 km) – Total so far: 1,223 miles (1,968 km) When I look back at this tour in a few months, if someone asks me to describe it in one word, that word will have to be "WIND!"
Today was another day of grueling headwinds, but it was warm, and the roads were quiet. My legs were completely "done" at the end of the ride!
Video of a windmill spinning fast in the wind: https://www.tiktok.com/@a.shaun.ivory/video/7093263094255865131
I had a few notable stops today. First I stopped at the Conoco Tower Station in Shamrock, and met some wonderful ladies! I talked to Theresa and Hazel for a half-hour or so. We talked about the wind, and I mentioned that I was going to unfriend anyone on Facebook who told me I was going the wrong way. Hazel said she had Facebook, but didn’t know how …
Day 31: McLean, TX to Conway, TX
Tuesday May 3, 2022, 48 miles (77 km) – Total so far: 1,271 miles (2,045 km) This was the least windy day yet! It was amazing. I forgot what it was like to ride like this! It felt effortless and peaceful even when I didn’t have a slight tailwind! The headwinds are back for the next couple days, but I loved this respite.
I stopped to take pictures a couple times, but mostly just kept riding. This was the first leg of the trip that took place on the Interstate highway (I-40). It was just fine. The trucks are noisy, but the shoulder was generous and clean. A few of the truckers gave friendly honks and waved. This happens when …
Video: Man biking across country for traumatic brain injury awareness passes through Texoma
By Lauren Rangel | www.kxii.com
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) – “What a day, what a day, got the wind at my back, sun in my face,” said biker William Galloway as he neared the Texas border from New Mexico.
Galloway knows the American roads well.
“Traffic beeps at me sometimes,” said Galloway. “Must look too sexy on my bicycle.”
He didn’t always live his life speeding down the side of the road.
Seventeen years ago, his world stopped.
He said a drunk driver hit him, and he suffered a traumatic brain injury.
“It’s just so frustrating because I wanted to take it out on the guy that hit me, take it out on the system,” said Galloway. “I didn’t ask …
Cycling with attention 4302022
Veloharmony | www.youtube.com
Narrated group ride cycling with tips for improving your cycling through drafting, pre-ride preparation and post ride recovery. Prologue: 00:00 Route Map: 00:32 Leaving Crust Pizza: 01:45 Warming up on Research Forest Blvd: 03:49 The open road Fishcreek Thoroughfare: 17:08 Keeping the pace on the 3% Overpass: 32:40 Highway 105 Eastbound: 41:04 Approaching Highland Hollow to ride the 15% climb: 49:38
Urban “Lazer Cat”
Bert Ceballos | strava.com
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Eduardo Salas (Cyclones) | strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
Saturday 5/7/2022 The Bagel Ride
— The Bagel Ride (@thebagelride) May 4, 2022
8:00am; Starts behind Little Woodrow's, 12601 Tech Ridge Blvd, Austin 78753
59mi (95km); a longer option may arise
Store stop at 24mi. It's going to be very hot. Plan accordinglyhttps://t.co/xmqJ0UGldG
Riding to little league along the new protected bike lanes on Waugh. This is possible because we have a mayor who has the backbone to prioritize safe access for all — not just cars. pic.twitter.com/lp8tV52XBN
— Joe Cutrufo (@JoeCutrufo) May 3, 2022
Do you have a Bike Story to share? Bike Story Night at East Side Pedal Pushers is looking for submissions by May 15: https://t.co/Z1rtNuX5Or
— Safe Streets Austin (@safestreetsatx) May 3, 2022
Safe Streets Austin will be at the 5/21 event as its featured bike-friendly local nonprofit. Tickets at: https://t.co/hnVqySk50x pic.twitter.com/DkQlpgq1lo
A man on a mission to challenge himself by biking from Dallas to Austin and back is using the journey to help a cause close to his heart.https://t.co/Ij3WE7vah1
— CBS Austin (@cbsaustin) May 4, 2022
Why is it so important to connect Dallas with a trail network?
— The Loop (@TheLoopDallas) May 3, 2022
Once complete, everyone will be able to access green spaces where the Trinity River gives life to a wide variety of flora and fauna, canopied forests, grassy fields, wetlands and wildlife. #ConnectingDallasWithDallas pic.twitter.com/cMvEZ2xCfS
Friday, May 20 – Bike Summit Soirée at La Grange in Montrose, featuring what promises to be a lively discussion with @JohnBauters, @AbbieKamin and @ABC13Miya. https://t.co/vd30FEx0K7
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) May 3, 2022
Saturday, May 21 – Bike Summit Ride, presented by @TEI_PlanDesign, a tour of the best new bike infrastructure in the Bayou City, brought to you by the people who funded, designed and built it. https://t.co/6wTS2qniNd
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) May 3, 2022
For #BikeSafetyMonth, follow these wheely great tips from @GhisalloFound. Be:
— ATX Transportation (@austinmobility) May 3, 2022
????Seen: Use lights and reflectors
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????Present: Yield to peds and obey street signs
????Prepared: ABCD Quick Check (air, brakes, cranks/chains, drop sounds/quick releases) pic.twitter.com/o4HeYNXYcq
Sign up for the Bikes & Brews event and Burrito & Barrio BCycles tour hosted by SunCycle.
— Sun Cycle (@SunCycleEP) May 3, 2022
Tickets are on sale on our Eventbrite page:https://t.co/9KFOq1GX1s pic.twitter.com/MzhRDtQhwf
Houston is on track to add 500 miles of trails and bike lanes by 2025. Explore the city's progress and plans with our Resilience & Recovery Tracker: https://t.co/yA1nixbpIA pic.twitter.com/IiMIPBocXq
— Kinder Institute (@RiceKinderInst) May 3, 2022
Dorm Bike Rack clean up is currently going on around campus.
— Bike UT (@bikeut) May 3, 2022
Bikes need to be removed from signed racks on campus by 9 a.m. on May 22, 2022. pic.twitter.com/AZmL4IY0M0
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Ascension Seton COTA Bike Night – Del Valle, TX Ascension Seton COTA Bike Night: May 3rd at Del Valle, TXhttps://t.co/N5ledeDIZHhttps://t.co/Rm4rI9WLbd
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 3, 2022
Open Track Ride 6:00 PM $10
Access to our full main tra… https://t.co/uDHfR0j8x3