Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for April 23rd
Moving bikes stay upright—but not for the reasons we thought
By John Timme
The phrase “just like riding a bike” is used to refer to something that, once learned, you never forget how to do. As it turns out, bikes make that easy on us. If a typical bicycle is moving forward fast enough, it tends to remain upright and steer in a straight line, even if the rider takes his or her hands off the handlebars. In fact, you can…
Took A Ride Under Central Expressway Today
by dickdavid
It isn’t finished yet, but the underpass just south of Renner Road is now paved. Hopefully, it will be open soon.
Austin fosters growing cycling community with infrastructure, events
by Austin 360
Texas Transportation Institute has been counting bike riders in key places around Austin to help the city better plan infrastructure for cyclists. If you’ve pedaled a bicycle around Austin lately, you might have noticed something: You’re not alone. …