Texas Bicycling News, Experiences, Events – July 12, 2023
Bike lanes on North Alamo Street approach completion, connection with Avenue B
by Flora Farr | sanantonioreport.org
Bike lanes along Avenue B and North Alamo Street, part of the 2017 municipal bond, are expected to fully open this summer after a few delays and design changes, city officials said.
The $6 million project started nearly two years ago created a two-way bike corridor, known as a cycle track, that runs next to car traffic on Avenue B and connects to North Alamo Street via McCullough Avenue. It involved changing Avenue B from a two-way street to a …
City ordinances take precedence on sidewalk right-of-way issue
By Al Dubé | www.journal-spectator.com
After review and consideration Monday at city council, Alice Heard-Roberts of North Fulton will need to cap and remove the irrigation system that impedes progress of the 2019 Transportation Alternatives Sidewalk Project.
The Public Transportation Division of TxDOT administers federal funding programs, including Federal Highway Administration funds relating to TxDOT’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program and Federal Transit Administration funds for transit in Texas. …
Video: Goats will be eating away poison ivy on the Hike-and-Bike Trail this summer
Author: Melia Masumoto | www.kvue.com
If you’re taking a walk or bike ride along the Hike-and-Bike trail in Austin this summer, chances are you may encounter some special four-legged guests working.
AUSTIN, Texas — The Trail Conservancy is trying out a creative way to get rid of poison ivy on the Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, and it involves animals. They’re bringing in 150 goats this summer to eat all the invasive plants along the trail.
“The goats are permanent residents on the trail for the next 3 to 4 weeks,” said Heidi Anderson, CEO of The Trail Conservancy. “It’s going to be adorable.” …
Cleburne Education Foundation to host Cleburne Goatneck Bike Ride July 29
www.ntxe-news.com
Cleburne, Texas – The famed Cleburne Goatneck Bike Ride will celebrate its 36th anniversary on July 29, welcoming more than 1,300 riders. The event is hosted by the Cleburne Education Foundation.
The Goatneck, whose name was inspired by the shape of the southern tip of Johnson County, remains one of the largest bike rides in Texas. The 69.5-mile race takes cyclists through rolling hills on country roads and is considered a key training ride for the Hotter ‘n Hell100 in Wichita Falls in August.
The entire ride will follow the …
Memorial park crits Houston, Texas
Matthias Bianchi | strava.com
Was able to break away with 5ish min to go. Dropped even the women’s open group.
Felt great just really hot
Morning Ride Houston, Texas
Michelle Yoder | strava.com
A Stigmata, A Revolt in a sweltering windy Sam Houston National Forest
Cés Francisco | strava.com
The tree-lined roads and overcast made it bearable
Fantastic and easy yet hot ride to Big Horn. So good to see some happy faces! Houston, Texas
Magbersie Fernandez | strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
You're only one ride away from a great mood! Check out our brand-new bike racks our brew crew installed this week. For more info on the Community Beer Co. Cycling Team and how to get involved, head to https://t.co/Ju33SHesH2 . #Bicycle #BikeTeam #Cycling #CyclingTeam pic.twitter.com/ip9y2vz40l
— communitybeerco (@CommunityBeerCo) July 12, 2023
Saturday 7/15/2023 The Bagel Ride
— The Bagel Ride (@thebagelride) July 12, 2023
7:30am ride start
Starts behind Little Woodrow's, 12601 Tech Ridge Blvd, Austin 78753
54mi (87km). Store stop at 28mihttps://t.co/96voQbX89h
The $6 million project started nearly two years ago creates a two-way bike corridor on Avenue B and North Alamo Street. https://t.co/Y7hXVlf8Y6
— San Antonio Report (@SAReport) July 12, 2023
? TRAIL CLOSURE: Leon Creek Greenway – The trail under Loop 1604 (just north of Valero trailhead), will be closed for TxDOT bridge construction beginning today through Sunday, 7/16/23 at 9:00pm. The trail will not be available for use. https://t.co/Yj25PTQTVQ
— Alamo Area MPO (@AlamoAreaMPO) July 12, 2023
Join us at the shop next Wednesday, July 19th at 5:00PM for a Basic Bicycle Maintenance Clinic where our certified mechanics will go over how to properly care for your bike to keep it riding smooth in between tune ups.
— Bicycle World (@BicycleWorldTx) July 12, 2023
More Info ? https://t.co/2ThXYAzCxj pic.twitter.com/ksGhDzFb6L
Camps are biking distance.
— Stephanie Brooks (@StephCycle) July 12, 2023
My kid has robotics camp this week that’s south of the highway. This was my first time traveling the pedestrian bridge and it didn’t disappoint.?
There’s even a pond coming off. Ducks are always a favorite. pic.twitter.com/xF2PRLilHL
Around 150 trained goats have been put to work on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, clearing the area of harmful plant life.https://t.co/GSMbEZxSkl
— CBS Austin (@cbsaustin) July 12, 2023
New Events
Ride Like A Girl – Suburban Ninja https://t.co/6CGGvBe2qk #Meetup via @Meetup
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 12, 2023
Aug 6th-1st Sunday August-ARR All Level Ride @ Suburban Ninja 8:00 am https://t.co/HuutSHQeWJ #Meetup via @Meetup
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 12, 2023
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 12, 2023
Event added to the Texbiker calendar. https://t.co/oHHFT29eGz
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) July 12, 2023