Texas Bicycling News, Experiences, Events – July 11, 2023
Construction of 1.7 mile Culebra Creek Trail extension to begin late next year
by Andrea Drusch | sanantonioreport.org
Bexar County commissioners approved $7.3 million Tuesday for a new West Side trail connection between Culebra Road Trailhead and Grissom Road Trailhead.
Collen Brownlow, an engineer at the San Antonio River Authority, said construction of the 1.7 mile Culebra Creek trail extension is expected to begin in late 2024. It’s projected to be complete by late 2026.
The paved pedestrian and cyclist trail is part of the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trails System, which now measures more than 100 miles. It’s expected …
City calls for community input on new Bike Network Plan
by Iris Dimmick | sanantonioreport.org
Over the next two years, the City of San Antonio and a consulting firm it hired will be working on updating its master plan for improved bike infrastructure — which is more than a decade out of date.
On Monday, the city launched a community survey to hear from residents about what it’s like for bicyclists in San Antonio, what frustrations they have and possible solutions. …
36-year-old Edinburg bicyclist killed in intoxication manslaughter case identified
myrgv.com
State troopers have released the identity of the bicyclist killed Sunday in what they’re investigating as a case of intoxication manslaughter, as well as images showing damage to the vehicle and its violent impact on the bicycle.
The Texas Department of Public Safety said in a news release Tuesday that 36-year-old Amilcar Gomez of Edinburg “sustained major injuries” and died at the scene of a crash around 11 p.m. Sunday. …
Texas 4000 cyclists meet Whitecourt Cancer Fighters en route to Alaska
Author of the article: Brad Quarin | www.whitecourtstar.com
A group of cyclists taking on the journey from Austin, Texas to Anchorage, Alaska to raise funds for cancer research and support services stopped in Whitecourt on Sunday. Article content
The Texas 4000 cyclists were hosted by the Whitecourt Cancer Support Group (the Whitecourt Cancer and Wellness Society, including the Whitecourt Cancer Fighters). …
City gets ready for Tour de Paris
benhutchens | theparisnews.com
It takes a lot of help to prepare for Paris’ biggest biking day.
Saturday marks the beginning of the 39th annual Tour De Paris. Paris’ downtown square will be filled with colorful jerseys, bikes and helmets all whizzing by. Riders can take on distances of 14, 20, 24, 35, 57, 68 and 80 miles. Paul Allen, Paris Chamber President, said he expects more than 1,000 riders to participate.
Allen said one thing most of the riders notice are the volunteers and resources available at the race.
“There are so many people who come from out of town to ride in this, and one of the things they always talk about are the people …
San Benito native cycling across two countries for cancer
By Travis Whitehead | myrgv.com
SAN BENITO — It’s always a journey.
Sometimes, the search for a cure for cancer can seem like an endless one, and if not for the small victories, the development of treatments, and better detection, it might seem a pointless one.
But that cause is not pointless to Angelica Montes, 22, who is bicycling across the United States with her fellow members of Texas 4,000 from The University of Texas at Austin. She knows that every life saved makes the pain of the struggle worthwhile. …
Very aggressive drivers in Cedar Valley/near Austin Zoo?
by u/gerunk in BikingATX
Living the dream fightnevetdies Richardson, Texas
Corey Ray | strava.com
Turbo Velo Tuesday night crit! Super cool to catch up a bit with Rusty Fausak and Taylor Fausak
Miles with Margo San Antonio, Texas
Mark Noblitt MTCCSA | strava.com
Douglas Adams would be proud of the distance of both my rides today! Fun catching an evening ride with Dr. Margo Moreno?. Also great running into Krys Marie SA Lady Riders? and her friend on the greenway!
Sometimes the rabbit is the sweeper LOL San Antonio, Texas
Aaron “AJ” Jackson MTCCSA | strava.com
Tuesday Bexar County, Texas
Eduardo Salas | strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
Join the Vogel Creek Community Champions for the Vogel Creek Greenway and Greater Inwood Bike Ride on Thursday, 7/20 at 6:30 pm! ?
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) July 11, 2023
After the bike ride, we will celebrate with light refreshments and family-friendly activities!
Register Now: https://t.co/7KayypKBuN pic.twitter.com/GZm9eeYxm3
Lawson finding the right wheel early on in today's @LeTour Stage 10?! #TDF #TdF2023 pic.twitter.com/Ac2v0uBf8O
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) July 11, 2023
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
Event added to the Texbiker calendar. https://t.co/jtX4EkiyIL
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 11, 2023
Event added to the Texbiker calendar. https://t.co/SeczGazGuy
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 12, 2023