Shimano showcases the Ultegra Di2 electronic bike gears, we go for a ride
by Lydia Leavitt            www.engadget.com

How much would you spend for an upgrade to smooth shifting on your next road bike? If $8,000 is in the ballpark, then Shimano-powered electronic shifters may be in your future. We took the cycling giant’s latest gear for a spin in Central Park, drawing envious glances from various spandex-clad bikers during the ride. Outfitted with the company’s newest Ultegra 6770 Di2 series of gears, the shifters gave us a taste…

 Bicycle Commuting Trends in the United States
dataviz.challenge.gov       (via tweet from BikeTexas)

The American landscape changed dramatically in the twentieth century due to a steady increase of and reliance on automobiles.  Public and private transportation needs were met with automotive solutions while the vast majority of government spending went towards construction and improvement of roadways.  As a result, the nation’s main transportation system and built environments have become difficult to navigate by methods other than the automobile. This reality is…

Isle Du Bois State Park – Lake Ray Roberts
by Shawn            Texas Mountain Bike Trails

Description Isle Du Bois State Park is located off of the southeast corner of Lake Ray Roberts park. There is a $5 park admission fee which is good for the day, alternatively you can purchase an annual pass through the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department website. The park’s name “Isle Du Bois” means “island of…

Shawnee Trail Cycling Club Store
by sooner1
Our next order will be submitted Monday, Nov 21st.  This will likely be our last order before the end of the year.  It will also be the last that will include Canari’s fantastic special, offering 20% off all custom winter gear.  Store pricing includes this.  If you want club branded arm warmers, leg warmers or long sleeve jerseys, place your order prior to noon on Sunday.  These items are local pickup only, no shipping will be performed.

Expected delivery is December 19th – In time for Christmas! This is our first time to use the new store setup so if you happen to notice any hiccup, …

I Didn’t Make the Tweed Ride on Sunday
by Justin        The Plano Cyclist

I wanted to go to the Tweed ride on Sunday, but family matters prevented it. Instead, I played with my Uberhood and rode around the neighborhood, which I greatly prefer to anything other than the commute. Commuting – wise, my commute has gone back to mixed now that night creeps upon her catlike feet earlier and earlier. I drop into the path from my office, ride to the train station, and then hop the train for the core of my commute. I generally get off at Galatyn Park or George Bush station and ride the rest of the way home…

UNT installs bike-repair stations
by bikedenton

UNT installed two bike-repair stations with Park tools and air pumps near two entrances for the Union building. When I stopped by to check these out, students were already using the tools and commenting how useful the stations are. If you appreciate these (or notice they’re broken), tell union@unt.edu. …

Texas Cycling: Lake Conroe & Sam Houston Forest
by TexFilms

This past weekend I hit the road on my bicycle covering 63 miles in the Lake Conroe / Sam Houston National Forest area of Texas. I put this highlight video together from all the footage of my ride. Sorry the camera battery died about 8 miles from the finish.

Annual bike ride ends in Nacogdoches
www.thecherokeean.com

NACOGDOCHES – The annual bike ride will include a 7.9-mile, 26-mile, 40-mile, and 56-mile route beginning and ending in historic downtown Nacogdoches, the oldest town in Texas. The view from the riders’ bicycle seats will include historic landmarks, scenic residential areas and the beautiful rolling hills and towering pines of the East Texas countryside.

“The Tour de Nac will be a fantastic, family-oriented event offering something for everyone from the serious cyclist to the casual rider,” said Lindsey Mathews, meeting and…