Texas Bicycling Blog and News Roundup for August 16th
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by zhephyr00Â Â Â Â Â Â bicycleaustin.info
Very few people know that traffic law indicates that bicycles must maintain at least 1.5m lateral distance when overtaking bicycles.
This light should help (at least overnight) people to visualize it.
Features:
1.The Tail light was built to improve the security of night riding and cycling entertainment. Two dual light lines on the road send by the laser indicator to…
Walnut Creek Workday August 14
Austin Ridge Riders
Walnut Creek Workday Status: HUGE turnout last night with 22 volunteers putting in 66 hours to finish Phase 1 of the Lacerated Liver/Spleen rehab. There was more than enough RichFit with dirt moving, water buckets, and digging. In two weeks we will begin brining in the rock for the armoring. Plenty of RichFit then as well.
Thursday Ride at Walnut Creek – Beginner/intermediate ride level
The Austin Mountain Bikers Meetup Group
Thursday, August 22, 2013Â Â Â Â Â Â 5:30 PM
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
12138 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX (map)
Back to normal summer hours
This will be a beginner ride and will be doing around 8 -10 miles.
Chris is willing to lead a faster group so…
DATES Ride Event
Dallas Area Tandem Enthusiasts
Title: Round and Round the Lake Ride
When: Sep 11, 2013 06:00 PM
Where: The Lot Restaurant – Dallas
Description
Round and Round the Lake – Wednesday, September 11th
Ride Start: The Lot Restaurant, 7530 E. Grand Ave (at Gaston), Dallas
Meet Time: 6:00 PM
Ride Time:Â 6:15 PM
Ride Leaders:Â Ernie & Regina Coose
Distance: Two loops around White Rock Lake
Our DATES visit to the Lot in July was a success, so we’re going to fall back on a good thing rather than break new ground on this ride. We’ll saddle up in The Lot’s parking lot, then hop on the…
Next Steps for El Paso Bike Share are Up to You
BikeTexas.org
El Paso cyclists enjoy a post-rain ride.By Scott White
Just a few days ago it appeared the city of El Paso was well on its way to launching a city-wide bike share program. Now, some are asking if the program is dead.
Earlier this week I was all set to attend the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) monthly meeting, where the board was expected to give authorization to contract out the program to get things rolling. I was excited and had even scheduled a…
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We helped develop a citywide network of improved #cycling & pedestrian facilities in the City of Arlington, Texas http://t.co/bci8co4Mx0
— Atkins (@atkinsglobal) August 16, 2013
B-cycle has another volunteer opportunity! On Wednesday, August 21st we will be tabling at Trinity University's… http://t.co/CrhA5GIyLi
— San Antonio Bike Share (@SABikeShare) August 16, 2013
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Event added to the http://t.co/qbTDmPlH3h calendar: Rip Roar'in Ride – Liberty Hill, TX 9/28/2013
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) August 17, 2013
You like riding singletrack? Check. Fun dirt roads? Check. Scenic paved roads? Check. Pit stops for hoppy/cold… http://t.co/Euv86XRd39
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) August 16, 2013
Our own Jake Lanoux does it again! Second in last night's 3/4 race at the Driveway! Nice job, Jake! @… http://t.co/TdbPlOrYP0
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) August 16, 2013
The whole team did great last night, putting Sammi Runnels in 1st and Marla Briley in 2nd in the @DrivewaySeries 3/4 race!
— ATC Racing (@ATCRacingTeam) August 16, 2013