We have to shut down BCycle. It breaks our hearts. (Opinion)

Neeraj Tandon, James Llamas | www.houstonchronicle.com

But here’s how bike share in Houston could work

At Houston Bike Share, the nonprofit agency that runs the BCycle system, we’ve been working to find new funding for more than a year. We’ve made tough decisions, suspending stations and raising prices. And now, in the face of a major cash crunch, we plan to shut down the operation completely in the next two months.

This breaks our hearts.

As volunteer directors on the board, we have helped set the direction of bike share in Houston throughout much of the organization’s history. We’d like to share the back story on how we got to this point and offer thoughts on how bike share in Houston can get back on a roll.

Technology-enabled bike share allows users to pick up a bike in one place, ride …

Scooter, bike rental program may roll into downtown Arlington, UTA if this policy change passes

By Kailey Broussard | www.keranews.org

An Arlington city ordinance change may clear the way for UT Arlington to launch a bike and scooter rental program that connects riders to campus and downtown.

The proposed revisions would soften a 2005 ordinance that outlaws motor-assisted scooters from city streets.

If passed, people would be able to drive personal or rented scooters between Fielder Road, Collins Street, Division Street and Park Row Drive. Some streets would not be included – for example, scooters and rental bicycles would not be allowed along South Cooper Street. Personal bikes would not be affected by the policy, nor would devices like motorized wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

The changes also include provisions for the city government to work with UTA officials …

Check out "Take A Kid Mountain Biking Event w/ Bike Mart" https://t.co/YmmYJg5fIk @Eventbrite

— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 15, 2023

Watch for cyclists this weekend as Conquer the Coast takes over Corpus Christi

Author: Haley Williams | www.kiiitv.com

There will be a significant amount of cyclists in the Coastal Bend on Saturday. Drivers need to be prepared to share the road.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Year after year, more than 1,000 cyclists participate in Conquer the Coast, which features a 66-mile bike ride through Corpus Christi, Portland, Ingleside, Port Aransas and Padre Island.

This year’s event is on Saturday, Sept. 16, and drivers should be aware of the routes the cyclists will take and prepare to share the road with the riders.

Those participating in the 66-mile route will ride eastbound on Port Avenue, then southbound …

2023 Conquer the Coast Bike Relay Traffic Plan

City of Corpus Christi | news.cctexas.com

Riders Will Have a Choice Between 10-mile, 21-mile, and 66-mile Routes

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – On Saturday, September 16, cyclists will ride in this year’s Conquer the Coast Bike Relay event. Cyclists will start in the heart of Corpus Christi’s Whataburger Field, home of the Corpus Christi Hooks (734 E Port Ave, Corpus Christi, TX 78401).

The City of Corpus Christi encourages all motorists traveling along the event route to be mindful of various lane changes and be courteous to participating cyclists.

Those participating in the 66-mile route will ride eastbound on …

Trail connector between two iconic Houston parks is one of several similar projects coming soon

Author: Troy Kless | www.khou.com

Funding for several park projects was announced by Harris County Pct. 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones. One project has been in the works for years.

HOUSTON — Two of Houston’s iconic parks will soon be connected. A project will connect Buffalo Bayou Park to Memorial Park, which is something for which bicyclist groups have been hoping for years.

“People have called it 6,000 feet of hope for years,” Joe Cutrufo, executive director of BikeHouston, said.

Cutrufo said the current route between the two has some challenges. …

Bicyclist seriously injured in East El Paso crash

By Emma Hoggard | kvia.com

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – A bicyclist is seriously injured after a collision with a car in East El Paso Friday afternoon.

Emergency crews rushed the bicyclist to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Special Traffic Investigators are taking over the investigation.

Officials confirm that a single car and a bicycle were involved in the collision. This happened near the intersection of Saul Kleinfeld Drive and Firehouse Drive.

ABC-7 has a crew at the scene and we are working to learn more information.

Over $50M was spent along Buffalo Bayou Park just west of downtown Houston. And it’s fantastic. But replacing this skinny caged bridge should be on the short list. Any plans? @buffalobayou @houparksboard pic.twitter.com/zJZyeZD4EH

— Dave Seeburger (@daveseeburger) September 15, 2023

This bridge is Part of Pat Walsh Bikeway, fully expect this revamped for a world class connection between Woodhead and Patterson. It also happens to be in Precinct 1. So although it wouldn’t be eligible for Places4People, @hcpct1 should get their own version going pic.twitter.com/NktxWufsz2

— Emmanuel Núñez (@emmanume) September 16, 2023

San Diego Recovery The Woodlands, Texas

John Zgourides | strava.com

Morning Ride with “The Cyclist 7” Cibolo, Texas

Chuck Lutz | strava.com

Great weather. The temperatures were refreshing today not zapping from the previous 100 degree temperatures

Friyay San Antonio, Texas

Sarah F | strava.com

Elysian Fields ISD kicks off second annual Read to Ride program

By Nicholas Osborn | www.marshallnewsmessenger.com

Elysian Fields Elementary School has kicked off their second annual Read to Ride program in partnership with Mission Marshall.

The Read to Ride program provides a brand-new bicycle, along with helmet and pads, to every eligible third grade student who improves his or her grade level reading by at least one level in the academic year.

“Last school year, the Read to Ride program was a huge success and very much supported within our community and district,” said Elysian Fields Superintendent Monica Simmons. “Elysian Fields Elementary School is …