Texas Bicycling Daily News Roundup for October 29th
Fort Worth Trailwork Day – Gateway Park -11/02/2013
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First workday of the season!
Lunch and drinks provided!
Spooky Cross Day 2
J.A. Hicks Photography
Cyclist Review: No Tricks, Just Treats at Trick It Up in Farmersville, Texas
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This third annual Farmersville Texas Chamber of Commerce Trick it Up Bike Rally started at the Best Center just of south of downtown. It is situated across from the city park which is next to Onion Shed, where access to the North East Texas Trail is gained; to locals is known as the Chaparral Trail. With a population of approximately 3100, Farmersville is a rural community that takes pride in its enchanting historic downtown that features antique shops, eateries and parks that cyclists can enjoy pre or post ride. Quaint and charming are two words that best describe this small town. Located a short drive north east of the…
Race Preview – Cross Houston – Nov 2, 2013
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Weekend number four of eleven finds us in Houston for one familiar (but unexpected) track and one brand new one.
Cross Houston is up first. We’ve been spending time at Houston Oaks for the past two years, but 2013 finds us in a familiar course to TXCX after a last-minute change. We asked long-time promoter Frank Karbarz about the track at the track.
Alkek Velodrome sees plenty of bikes goes over it. Will we be riding on the velodrome?
Not only will we be riding it, we’ll use the same finish line! That idea came from some…
New plan to connect all bike paths and trails in downtown Austin
by KRIS BETTS / KVUE News and photojournalist DATHAN HULL
AUSTIN — It’s good exercise, better for the environment and cuts down on traffic but cycling can also be dangerous and that’s where a new plan called “Your Path to Austin†comes in.
It’s a plan developed by Austin’s Public Works Department to connect trails and on-street bikeways all over central Austin with lanes that are protected by cars through barriers.
“It’s giving bicycles their own facilities, out of the way of vehicles, and it’s also providing more room on the roadway for other vehicles,” said Chad Crager with…
Walnut Wednesday Workday – Austin Ridge Riders
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 – 17:30 – 19:00
Walnut Wednesday Workday is back!
When:Â Wednesday, October 30th from 5:30PM to 7:00PM
Where:Â Walnut Creek Pool Parking lot
What: We will be working at the Main Creek crossing doing some emergency repairs post flood. There will be more than enough RichFit to go around. If you got shovels, bring them. Be…
Survivor of violence in Mexico ‘Pedaling for Justice’ in Texas
by Angela Kocherga, 11 News
EL PASO, Texas—A cyclist on a 701 mile bike ride across Texas is “Pedaling for Justice†to raise awareness about Mexican citizens fleeing violence and seeking a safe haven in the US.
“We had to go through something very cruel, difficult. We’re not here because we chose to leave,†said Carlos Gutierrez, 35.
Two years ago Gutierrez owned a successful food and beverage company in Chihuahua City. But when he could no longer pay thousands of dollars in extortion money, criminals cut off the lower part of his legs.
“I was tortured, mutilated,” said Gutierrez.
He survived the attack and fled across the border to El Paso where he is…
Annual Christmas Lights Ride
Dallas Area Tandem Enthusiasts
Sunday, December 8
Meet at 5:00 PM / Ride at 5:20 PM
Leaders: Kevin & Linda Vinson
We’ll meet in the Crate and Barrel parking lot at Knox and McKinney at 5:00 pm, December 8th. The ride will start at 5:20 pm. Headlights and tail lights are REQUIRED and decorative lights are always welcome. It’s an easy pace through the most stunningly festive streets in the Park Cities! We will try to limit the ride to 60 minutes of easy riding, or less if it’s cold.
Dinner after the ride will be at Chuy’s Mexican restaurant which is one block south of where we are parking. A white…
Veteran’s Day Ride on November 11th
Greater Dallas Bicyclists
Monday, 11/11/13Â Â Â 9:30 AM
Meet at Office Depot parking lot at Forest and Central Expressway (SW corner)
Phil Watson will lead our annual Veterans’ Day ride to the festivities at City Hall including a great parade.
If you have the day off, come join us. Veterans, bring proof of your…
Tweets
Let's look at day 1 of this weekend's racing in Houston courtesy of our friends @TexasCX! A velodrome?! Cool! http://t.co/kqarGKb4ZO #TXCX
— BSS CX Club (@BSSCX) October 29, 2013
Richard Moya Park will serve as a bicycle staging area for cyclists who will ride shuttle buses #Formula1 weekend: http://t.co/5cbxYoxsnq
— KVUE News (@KVUE) October 29, 2013
While some folks climbed with Super Squadra, and others took on Spooky Cross, Steele ripped it up at… http://t.co/9g8B9d86ju
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) October 29, 2013
Houston woman uses social media to help return stolen racing bike: She posted a picture of her rare, "Wilier"… http://t.co/297zWK48B7
— Houston Now (@Houston_CP) October 29, 2013
Woman finds her stolen bike with the help of Critical Mass riders! http://t.co/RXg3r0AOqc
— Critical Mass Hou (@MassHouston) October 29, 2013
Cy-Fair ISD middle school student on bike hit by car: A Cy-Fair ISD middle school student was hit by … http://t.co/CqjqOPAr8D #houston
— Houston News Network (@News_Houston_TX) October 29, 2013
Biking to work sucks when you have to fight that #westtexas wind
— Chris Watts (@dikaiacmwatts) October 28, 2013
Our friend Jim Hicks got great shots of the sloppy, fun mess at day 2 of #SpookyCross. Check them out here! http://t.co/H5cFMUzTEt #TXCX
— BSS CX Club (@BSSCX) October 29, 2013
Thanks to everyone that came out to the hill climbing clinic with Super Squadra this past weekend! http://t.co/tSOYtTy9eq
— Bicycle Sport Shop (@BSS_Austin) October 29, 2013
#TXCXRacePreview for @CrossHouston is on the blog. Check it out – racing in the velodrome! http://t.co/9QqQa0sDpq #TXCX
— the ghost of TexasCX (@TexasCX) October 29, 2013
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