Dallas mountain bike trail to be one of a kind

By Philip Hiatt Haigh | www.dallasnews.com

Jacob Nilz, president of Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA), goes down a double black diamond mountain bike trail in the Big Cedar Wilderness on Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Dallas. The city is about to add more biking trails at Creekside Park near White Rock Lake.(Juan Figueroa / Staff Photographer)

What if I told you that Dallas — of Blackland Prairie fame — could be home to a world-class mountain bike trail system in the city’s urban core? Last week, the Dallas City Council unanimously approved the new 50-acre Creekside Park a mile from White Rock Lake, and four miles from downtown, just below Tenison Glen Golf Course. Crews are on site already to prepare for construction starting this week. The council’s approval of the project adds a major amenity competitive with projects of our suburban neighbors.

Leading trail builders often pursue projects on hundreds of acres in places like Colorado, Wyoming or Arkansas. This trail, within 10 miles of more than 600,000 people — a diverse community where many …

A heart transplant helped a 4-year-old boy return home after 281 days at Texas Children’s Hospital

Evan MacDonald | www.houstonchronicle.com

Oliver Blankenship was born with a severe heart defect that required three surgeries and finally a heart transplant before he returned home with his family.

After spending 281 days at Texas Children’s Hospital, Oliver Blankenship was ready to test out his new heart the moment he got home last month.

Oliver is 4 years old, but he’s already spent enough time in hospitals for a lifetime due to a severe congenital heart defect. Doctors tried to treat him through a series of surgeries beginning one week after he was born in 2018, but he needed a transplant after he went into heart failure last summer.

He finally returned home on April 14 with his parents, …

Bike ride planned for Wednesday to give support to Andy’s Home Cafe

Ariana Garcia | www.chron.com

The cyclists plan to dine at the historic restaurant after their ride in a show of solidarity.

When the sun goes down on Wednesday, a group of cyclists will take a mile-long ride from Stude Park to Andy’s Home Cafe in the Houston Heights in a show of solidarity with the neighborhood staple facing potential closure. The ride will also serve to highlight the use of the nearby 11th Street bike lane, which runs in front of the late night Tex-Mex restaurant currently facing challenges from a local real estate developer that have taken a toll on business.

Ride organizer Lex Perez said when learned that the owners of Andy’s were …

This Cyclist Has Raised More Than $14,000 for Multiple Sclerosis Research

By Curtis Spear, as told to Emily Shiffer | www.bicycling.com

Name: Curtis Spear Age: 33 Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas Occupation: Product marketing manager Time Cycling: 5 years Reason for Cycling: I got started in cycling when I worked for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society managing their social media for Bike MS, a charity cycling series. I wanted to better connect with my audience and ended up finding a passion.

Growing up my dad was a cyclist and I remember always thinking it was funny seeing him in spandex clothing and cycling gear. Well, look at me now!

In 2017, I accepted a job with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a nonprofit whose mission is to help find a cure for multiple sclerosis, an …

The Chain Link Bicycle Shop serves as a central hub for local cyclists

By Amira Van Leeuwen | communityimpact.com

The Chain Link Bicycle Shop opened in December 2011 and has since been a pillar for the New Braunfels cycling community. Shop owner Seana Rousseau carries a couple of notable bike brands, including Specialized, Reid, Sun, Surly and E11even.

The Chain Link also sells bicycle accessories, including helmets, locks, baskets, cycling shoes, parts and more. They also offer a variety of maintenance services and service plans.

The bicycle shop also has Ladies Corner, a monthly bike ride led by women. Although the pandemic put a pause on the activity, Rousseau hopes to start it again soon. Rousseau noted the …

RGV’s Little Elves summer bike distribution

by: Jesse Mendez | www.valleycentral.com

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — RGV’s Little Elves is a nonprofit organization founded in 2019.

Their mission is to help the children and families of the Rio Grande Valley by meeting specific needs based on current events and the season.

RGV’s Little Elves have participated in several projects such as annual holiday toy drives and have helped distribute almost 1,000 toys in 2022. …

Police release vehicle description connected to bicyclist’s death in Texas City

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TEXAS CITY, Texas (KTRK) — Police released the description of a vehicle that they believe is connected to a fatal hit-and-run last month.

Investigators said 36-year-old Darion Rodriguez was riding his bike home in the 6800 block of Emmett F Lowry Expressway when a driver hit and left him on the side of the road to die on April 9 at about 3:15 a.m.

On Tuesday, authorities said the suspect’s vehicle is a maroon or burgundy 2013 Ford Fusion. The Texas City Police Department said the vehicle may have damage to the front bumper and …

Video: Laredo Cycling Club invites community to annual Ride of Silence

By KGNS Staff | www.kgns.tv

LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) – Local cyclists are invited to take part in a silent ride that aims to speak volumes across the country.

Every year hundreds of thousands of cyclists across the U.S. take part in the event to bring awareness to road equality.

The Laredo Bike Club will hold its annual Ride of Silence event at North Central Park this Wednesday.

The group will honor cyclists who have been injured or passed away while riding on the road.

Fernando Baldazo with the …

Join the ‘Ride of Silence’ to raise biker awareness

by: Jesse Zaragoza | www.yourbasin.com

MIDLAND, TEXAS (KMID/KPEJ) – The Ride of Silence event will be celebrating its 17th anniversary in Midland tomorrow night. This is event is to support biker safety as well as mourn those who have lost their lives from bicycle accidents overs the years. …

FREE – Kids on Bikes in Parks this Saturday, May 20!
by u/violetcrowncycling in BikingATX

Cycling Consistently May 13, 2023

Veloharmony | www.youtube.com

If you’re in the North Houston area and would like to ride with us: https://groupme.com/join_group/876488…

Prologue: 00:00 Route Map: 00:43 Warming up with the group before Fishcreek: 02:05 Fishcreek Blvd – The open Road: 05:54 Heading East on 2854 in Conroe, Texas: 23:33

Texas Biking from Twitter

If you're unable to join an event in person tomorrow there is a Zwift Ride of Silence event happening, hosted by the founder of "It Could be Me" that you can join (assuming you're a Zwift user/ member): https://t.co/nTjaKRUtVM#RideofSilence #RideofSilence2023 #ItCouldBeMe pic.twitter.com/YRMmAmS3JU

— Ride of Silence (@RideofSilence) May 17, 2023

We attended Denton’s Bike Month Proclamation.

Kid met the Mayor and gave me the best answer to what she loves about biking.

Downhills. ?

May you all bike many downhills this #BikeMonth. https://t.co/YPOesukaEP

— Stephanie Brooks (@StephCycle) May 17, 2023

Celebrate Bike to Work Day your way! Click here for all the ways you can get involved: https://t.co/zGCioWcqZA pic.twitter.com/70RdOqgjgh

— Movability (@Movability) May 17, 2023

The Ride of Silence will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday May 17! https://t.co/n1C0bL8S5k

— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) May 16, 2023

Join us on May 17th at our local Ride of Silence, which aims to honor the bicyclists who have been injured or killed, to raise awareness that we are here, and to ask that we all share the road. ? Find more details here: https://t.co/Wvm2gzRefD pic.twitter.com/wrQZucRFd0

— ActivateSA (@ActivateSATX) May 16, 2023

We are still reeling from the excitement of Saturday's #HoustonArtBike Parade & Festival.

Thanks to all of our speakers, participants, & attendees. A special thanks to @HouMayor Turner for getting the parade started!

Check out all the #ArtBike winners??https://t.co/tBWkuM5t7Q pic.twitter.com/DUOclgCLW9

— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) May 16, 2023

Biking to work is a great way to get exercise, reduce your carbon footprint, and save money on gas. It is also a fun and healthy way to start your day. If you have never biked to work before, I encourage you to give it a try during Bike to Work Week, May 15-21. #BikeToWorkWeek pic.twitter.com/ZNlhMPp7pf

— Bike San Antonio (@bike_satx) May 16, 2023

For national bike to work week, I braved McKinney from city hall all the way to Mayhill. I don't recommend it. Very little sidewalk, the shoulder is very narrow at points, and folks will hate you for making them do 25 in a 30, instead of their usual 45MPH. pic.twitter.com/Hz7g5SigM9

— Denton Transit Posting (@dTXTransitPosts) May 16, 2023

Bike to Work Week: DAY TWO

It's the second day of Bike to Work Week and we're feeling the momentum!

If you're feeling a bit intimidated, don't worry – here are some resources from the LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS to help you get started: https://t.co/koKo776yLK

Happy biking! pic.twitter.com/LXgTT8yRVW

— Sun Cycle (@SunCycleEP) May 16, 2023

A heart transplant helped a 4-year-old boy return home after 281 days at Texas Children's Hospital @evanmac3 #RenewHouston @HoustonChron https://t.co/qlc5fFZUST pic.twitter.com/pYg68yHhcP

— PREVIEW (@PreviewNow) May 16, 2023

Biking through your neighborhood for fun or with the family? Always stay alert and visit https://t.co/hu90k0Onnd to learn more about sharing the road with cyclists. pic.twitter.com/QUGNp7Egfe

— WalkBikeSafeTx (@WalkBikeSafeTX) May 16, 2023

One week from today: Bike Law attorney Charlie Thomas, who has represented hundreds of crash victims across Texas and Louisiana, shares stories from his cases and answers all the questions you didn't even know to ask about bikes and the law.

RSVP: https://t.co/hFsrkozgK7 pic.twitter.com/nhpwv8eQSb

— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) May 16, 2023

New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar

New Event Ascension Seton Presents Bike Night – Austin Ascension Seton Presents Bike Night: September 12th at Austin, TXhttps://t.co/j7DOrU0ZKNhttps://t.co/tGTcjmvvVI 

    Open Track Ride     6:00 PM     $10

    Access to our full main track… https://t.co/kV4jn7DB5O

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 16, 2023