Texas Bicycling News Digest March 2nd
Vuelta a Nuevo Leon
Measuring how America rides
www.peopleforbikes.org
When PeopleForBikes launched 16 years ago as Bikes Belong, we established the mission of “getting more people riding bikes, more often.” This goal remains central in all of our work today.
As we’ve grown, and as we’ve evaluated the progress of our key projects, we’ve often been frustrated by not being able to confidently answer two of the most basic bicycling questions: How many Americans ride bikes today? What are the key trends in participation?
We’ve struggled with these answers because of the limitations of available participation research. Some surveys have focused exclusively on recreational bike riding. Others have honed in on bike commuting. What’s been missing is a broad-based survey that addresses participation in all types of bicycling in the context of an overall questionnaire that asks a reasonable number of questions.
Today, we are pleased to announce that we …
Mad Duck Cyclery
Mad Duck Racing Family member Adam Mills in action this weekend (while we sat looking at ice and snow) in San Diego Omnium.
TAKE ACTION & MAKE A DIFFERENCE DURING MS AWARENESS WEEK, MARCH 2-8, 2015
Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price Joins National MS Society in Challenging Supporters to Join the Movement with Upcoming Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride & Walk MS Events Benefiting MS Research
DALLAS (March 2, 2015) — Members of the Dallas/Fort Worth community, renowned local researchers and Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price are calling on the public to take action during MS Awareness Week, March 2-8, 2015, to pursue a world free of multiple sclerosis. Anyone can make a difference in the lives of those affected by multiple sclerosis by registering to participate and fundraise in one of three upcoming National MS Society signature events - – Walk MS: Dallas, Walk MS: Forth Worth and Bike MS Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride.
“Join me in supporting all those fighting to end MS for this years MS awareness week,†said Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price. “We are excited to host the finish line of Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride in Sundance Square with a grand celebration. Riders across North Texas, especially those from Fort Worth, whether you are a novice rider or experienced, gear up with me for the ride of a lifetime! You can also show your support by participating in Walk MS: Fort Worth and Walk MS: Dallas.”
As we celebrate MS Awareness Week taking place March 2-8 the Society urges communities to take action and connect with others to support one of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s foremost priorities: advancing research for more than 2.3 million people living with MS worldwide, and providing programs and services that enable people impacted by the disease to live their best lives. In 2014, the Society invested $50.6 million to advance more than 380 research projects around the world, and even in Dallas/Fort Worth, in order to stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever. In 2015, funds raised through local events will help sustain and continue fostering this revolutionary research as well as provide programs and services that have an immediate impact on individuals and families affected by MS. …
Memorial Park Conservancy
Greater Houston Off-Road Biking Association (GHORBA)
This is another important meeting to attend. The Master Plan should be approved by City Council shortly after this meeting and the details contained will define the mountain bike, trail running, and hiking experience in Memorial Park for years to come.
Route 66 goes through the Texas Panhandle.
Don’t forget Winona … Adventure Cycling releases Bicycle Route 66 maps
by BRAIN Staff      www.bicycleretailer.com
MISSOULA, Mont. (BRAIN) — Adventure Cycling Association has released its Bicycle Route 66 map set, charting the course for cyclists to travel the famous corridor from Chicago to Los Angeles on roads appropriate for cycling, including sections of the historic highway. The 2,486-mile route is covered in a specially designed six-map set, allowing cyclists to tour the whole thing or ride a few sections.
“The vision for Bicycle Route 66 is the same as the original vision for Route 66, which was to connect the main streets of rural and urban communities,†said Ginny Sullivan, Adventure Cycling’s director of travel initiatives. “Bicycle Route 66 will be a perfect choice for traveling cyclists looking to …
Be sure to read the “Hangin’ On” column by Andy Hollinger
The Racing Post – March 2015
theracingpost.us
Features
6 Knight Ride
10 Product Review – Limar Cycling Sunglasses
11 Ride Preview – Germanfest Metric Century
13 Product Review – Canari Kit from a Woman’s Point of View
14 2014/15 Cyclocross in Review
18 Meet MSU’s Hannah Ross
19 The Great Escape
22 The First Weekend in March – LaPrimavera
24 The Racer’s Lens
25 First Rally Decision
27 Photo Essay I – Cedar Hill Bike Festival – Brian Barrett
28 Product Review – Selle SMP T3 Saddle
29 Single Speed Love
30 Inside the P/1/2/3 at Megan Baab Road Race
36 Photo Essay II – Cedar Hill by Lee McDaniel …
Action Alert: Tell the Waxahachie City Council You Want Safe Streets
BikeTexas
Waxahachie has a great opportunity to make the city safer for all residents, including people who ride bikes, with the planned 10 miles of bike lanes. However, the two miles on Marvin Avenue have come up against strong opposition. Without those critical two miles, the whole project could be lost, because Marvin Avenue is a key connecter through the city.
Your voice matters! Contact Mayor Strength TODAY and let him know that you support bicycle lanes on Marin Avenue. Additionally, contact the …
Newsletter March 2015
San Antonio Wheelmen
In This Issue – Monday, March 2, 2015
Dear Friends,
Happy Texas Independence Day!
With a new month, we have a number of things happening at your Alamo Area MPO. From meetings of all our standing committees, to public open houses happening around the area with our partner agencies to special events happening this Saturday toencourage us all to get outdoors and live earth wise – March is off to a roaring start!
We are pleased to announce, due to popular request, that we will be holding 3 separate Street Skills classes this month – limited spaces remain available – check out the article in this newsletter and sign up quickly!
Whether its through FastTrack Online, the FastTrack e-newsletter, our Facebook page, our Twitter handle, our YouTube Channel, our website, or in person at one of …
Paceline Newsletter
Fort Worth Bicycling Association
Our most recent Paceline (the club’s online newsletter) was added 3-2-15 and is available
Hudson Bend/Lake Travis Middle School MTB Team and LTHS MTB team
Southwest CycleSport
Congratulations to the kids representing Hudson Bend/Lake Travis Middle School MTB Team and LTHS MTB team at the Mellow Johnny Classic in Dripping Springs on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday’s temperatures were below freezing with drizzle (and lots of mud); Sunday was a bit warmer but was a slopfest. Wes Figg took his spot on the podium in the Cat 2 19-25 category; Hunter Ling also had a space on the podium in …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Texas Cup Match Sprints – Houston, TX http://t.co/N2NGHskcPZhttp://t.co/xBpjoJKC3f
Sat 4/11/15
2:0… http://t.co/wdckpexEp5— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 2, 2015
New Event McAllister Park, Salado Creek Greenway – San Antonio, TX http://t.co/lZkQtDndvJ
Leader:  Holly C W… http://t.co/62HbkLp4lL
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 2, 2015
New Event Free Basic Bike Maintenance Clinic – W. Houston, TX March 12, 2015 at 06:00PM http://t.co/8RPh5eaS20
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 3, 2015
New Event Urban Challenge Ride Ride – Houston, TX http://t.co/YUjaNk25bZ
The Urban Challenge Rides are in-town … http://t.co/K6cEz9qD1N
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 3, 2015
Tweets
Fat bike front row freak out! Fatties get front row call up/staging and get to lead out everyone for the parade lap. http://t.co/ho9JIevfiU
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) March 3, 2015
https://twitter.com/fortworthology/status/572443146799353856
https://twitter.com/bicyclesplus/status/572499063742070786
CAD3 on campus. Nice. pic.twitter.com/9JvFnRbsO0
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) March 2, 2015
The UT Informal MTB 101 Class had a great time riding at RPR! http://t.co/wpHK0qduHe
— Reveille Peak Ranch (@RPRTexas) March 2, 2015
racing age 17, in the Pro/Open Men at Mellow Johnny's Classic, Will Johnson rides in for a strong 4th!
— Christian Williams (@WlmsRcngAcademy) March 2, 2015
Jeremy leading the following peloton after mine. pic.twitter.com/nbstC8F33i
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) March 2, 2015
Me and the guy from University of Louisiana worked together pretty well. He's strong too! pic.twitter.com/Z7aYibgXWf
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) March 2, 2015
So damn cold. Jeremy was shaking like a kid at Dave n Busters. pic.twitter.com/hog0YmASfJ
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) March 2, 2015
The final sprint in the Crit. pic.twitter.com/US87jHkRQr
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) March 2, 2015
Pace Bend,Rain,Elevated http://t.co/JcCDjvnuXe via @MitchellGSides #racereport @ElevateCycling @txbikeracing pic.twitter.com/fAcMvWwpeb
— Boneshaker Project (@Boneshaker_Proj) March 2, 2015
REMINDER! Bike friends and enthusiasts, make plans to join us this Tues for "Gear Talk" bike workshop at Cycleast: http://t.co/MLY5u4ABwf
— Capital Metro (@CapMetroATX) February 27, 2015
Good idea or not? Taking full lanes of traffic in downtown Houston for bike lanes. #congestion #hounews pic.twitter.com/WvEZhB9fdQ
— Mike Sullivan (@MikeSullivanHTX) March 2, 2015
Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Austin Spring Cycling Camp – by 1K2GO Sports, Mar 04, 2015 08:00AM – 333 Wayside Dr, Wimberley, TX 78676, USA(CST) http://z
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 2, 2015