Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for January 28th
The Official Dallas Tweed Ride, Cancelled; Rescheduled for November 2013
Bike Friendly Oak Cliff
Due to unforeseen circumstances, it is with regret and disappointment that we must cancel the Official Dallas Tweed Ride and reschedule for November 2013.
The Tweed Ride has grown to be one of Dallas’ best and most entertaining group rides that Bike Friendly Oak Cliff organizes, and we value it’s popularity and importance to the people who look forward to participating.
We sincerely apologize for the uncertainties that our…
Houston needs a plan
By David Crossley and Joe Douglas Webb      Houston Chronicle
The city of Houston is working on several independent planning processes that feel like Band-Aid fixes to big issues that should be contained in a more comprehensive general plan for the city’s future.
Those include an Urban Houston Framework study to determine new ordinances to guide development in the “urban centers;†a mobility study that includes a recent Inner West Loop Mobility Study; and significant proposed changes to Chapter 42, the City’s development code, and Chapter 26, the parking code.
The city is also an active partner in the 13-county Regional Plan for Sustainable Development and as part of that is expected to come up with some sort of…
Unlike elsewhere in Texas, city lacks bike-car road sharing law
By Dug Begley         Houston Chronicle
Houston has a master plan for creating and improving bicycle and pedestrian paths, an expanding bike-sharing system and a $160 million program to redevelop trails.
But if a truck tailgates Mitch Ware or any other cyclist, there’s little law enforcement can do. Unlike many other Texas cities, Houston hasn’t passed a law requiring drivers to share the road.
“It happens all the time,” Ware said when asked about cars crowding him on roads such as Alabama, where he rides almost every day. “You can’t believe how many close calls I’ve…
Petition for President Obama to ride in Ride of Silence on May 15
May 15 is the date of the National Ride of Silence.
BikeHouston.org
Chris Phelan, founder of the Ride of Silence, has started a petition at www.whitehouse.gov to see if we can get President Obama out on this bike on May 15th in support of the cause. In order for the petition to be considered by the White House, we must receive 30,000 signatures by February 15th. Currently…
Spring Six Pack MTB Race Series – Race 1
www.bikewtca.org/
Date: March 17, 2013
Location: Amarillo, TX
Contact: Sun Adventure Sports Amarillo
Details: Spring MTB race series @ Girl Scout Trails. Cat 1,2,and 3 with age groups. $ payouts in each cat and age group, $ for end of series top finishers in each cat and age group. 25$ entry and you can drop one race in series standings, only five races count towards series totals.
Corinth Cycling/Harden Dental Team Introductions
Luke Slavens – (The Shield). Our peloton is most at peace, when the Shield is present. Luke’s a cop. Five-0, Fuzz, Po-Po, Black & White, Flat Foot, The Man, Bacon, Doughnut Commando, ok, that’s probably over the line. We feel fairly comfortable doing just about anything on a bike when Luke’s in the peloton. Sure we have our share of engineers, doctors, dentists and pilots, but the one we…
Roosevelt Park – Southton Road Ride
Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club
Roosevelt Park Trailhead
San Antonio, TX, 78210
Ride starts at 9:00 at the Roosevelt Park Trailhead of the Mission Reach Trail. This 22 mile ride will be along the Mission Reach Trail, then on local roads as far as the Shell Station on Southton Road. This is an out and back ride suitable for beginners since you can ride as far as you wish and turn around. Those wanting to do more miles can ride the Braunig Loop and back along Southton for a 30 + mile ride. For more information contact ride leaders…
CyclingSavvy Workshop Schedule
cyclingsavvydfw.org
Through our interactive and engaging workshop, you will learn strategies for safe, stress-free cycling. You will have the tools to read and problem-solve any traffic situation or road configuration. This isn’t a boring, waste-of-time, forgetful workshop. You will cycle away excited, empowered, and ready to enjoy cycling anywhere in Dallas/Fort Worth. …
| Date | Location | Sessions | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 8 – Friday 6-9p March 9 – Saturday 8a-4p |
Northway Christian Church Dallas (map) |
Truth & Techniques Train Your Bike Tour of Dallas |
Register $75 for all three sessions Closes March 3 |
| May 10 – Friday 6-9p May 11 – Saturday 8a-4p |
Northway Christian Church Dallas (map) |
Truth & Techniques Train Your Bike Tour of Dallas |
Register $75 for all three sessions Closes May 5 |
Miles of DisComfort 2013 Team Report
by Andrew         Neilson Development Team
This weekend the team traveled to Flat Rock Ranch in Comfort, TX for our first race of the 2013 season. After arriving early Friday afternoon, we set up camp and went out for a preride to check out the course. This was the first time on rocks and hills like this for Justin and Patrick, so it was good to let them experience it some before the race. A flat tire for Patrick early in the ride revealed a tire dry of sealant, so it was good to get that sorted out before race day.
Taking a break on a hilltop
On his first time riding this type of rocky terrain Justin decided to ride one of the hardest drops on the…
STCC SuperBowl Spin 2013
by sooner1Â Â Â Â Â Â Shawnee Trail Cycling Club
Are you a Ravens fan? Or do cheer for the 49ers? Save all that for the game and come join Shawnee Trail Cycling Club for a cool spin around North Texas, with a chance to grab a bite with your friends afterwards.
This year, just to be different, we’re keeping our Superbowl Ride in the area. Just as good a time with some great scenery. We’re offering at least two distances and multiple paces, just for your riding pleasure! And if you’re on the longer distances, you’ll get to say you’ve done Blackjack Hill! Everyone’s welcome, although non-members will have to sign that pesky waiver.
This is being treated as a regular group ride, so there’s no SAG and you will be with a group on the ride. There are two designated refresh stations, one is the 7-11 in Celina, at Preston and Oklahoma. The second is the convenience store in Aubrey, on the corner of FM428 and US377. Same rules as…
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Fort Worth and Mid City riders this ride is for you.
Please join us Sunday, February 3rd, 9:30AM for a Pre-Super… http://t.co/BdXE3Q1f
— DFW Tour de Cure (@DFWTourdeCure) January 28, 2013
Let's get some Fro to the Yo. #ridebikes #goslow pic.twitter.com/G38JM3ak
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) January 28, 2013
Baylor Cycling club rides / meeting this week: pic.twitter.com/aQFPDaGk
— Baylor Cycling (@BaylorCycling) January 28, 2013
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#Marfa Texas STUNNING sunrise and sunset captured Fri. This was the sunrise. http://t.co/Itu56FzA INFO: http://t.co/D2mZv5ts
— Beth Nobles (@trailgirl) January 28, 2013