Texas Bicycling News Digest April 9th
Cavalier roundup: Mountain bike team chasing 3rd state title
Lake Travis View Staff      www.statesman.com
Lake Travis has long been the group to beat, shutting out every other Texas high school mountain bike team in 2014 and earning two state championships in program’s history.
In a recent race at Dinosaur Valley State Park, Lake Travis slipped 46 points and allowed St. Stephen’s cyclists a first place win. The Cavalier, still the overall 2015 points leader, took …
Far and Wide | SRAM GX
Words by Morgan Meredith, Video by Mind Spark Cinema, Photos by Adrian Marcoux      www.bikemag.com
Austin, Texas is known for a lot of things: live music, barbeque, and the Longhorns. We found all those things, but we also found a cycling rich town with a small, but quality trail network.
I can’t seem to forget a damn thing. There’s the random item or two that I’ll lapse on at the grocery store sometimes, but really that’s it. If I tell you I forgot something, I might be lying. My mind is a trap filled with smells, faces and unfinished birthday texts to friends. It’s sometimes an exhausting burden that, even as I get older, I can’t seem to …
Bike-Athon BIKE Ride For Texas Taco Music Fest
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Benefit ride to support the Texas Taco Music Festival. Come here to find out details on the ride, how to participate, and about the entry fees.
Bike Ride Time: Bike Ride Meets at Saturday (April 18) – 9 AM and departs at 9:30 AM.
Bike Ride Meets/Starts/Ends: at southern corner of Navigation and N. St. Charles Street (across from Meridas restaurant).
How to Sign Up: …
Dallas officer who collapsed, nearly died while on bike patrol released from Baylor Dallas
thescoopblog.dallasnews.com
A Dallas police officer who collapsed and nearly died while on bike patrol is headed home after just two weeks of treatment at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas.
But saying Senior Cpl. Jimmy Thongrivong nearly died is somewhat misleading, because his doctors say he was dead for a short time before he could be revived at the hospital. Thongrivong said it was a miracle he survived the cardiac episode.
“I have a second chance,†he said at a …
Double Lake Work Day
GHORBA
Event category: General
Trail: Double Lake Recreation Area
Sunday, April 19, 2015 – 9:00am
9am meet up at bike parking area. Free entry for trail workers. Three hours of face slapper work on the BRC course. Wear long sleeves and bring loppers if …
Were you ‘Seen’ at Bicycle Sports?
By Jake Daniels      www.beaumontenterprise.com
Tom Luxton poses for a photo with his 1995 Gary Fisher mountain bike Wednesday. Cyclists gathered at Bicycle Sports for a conversational bike ride Wednesday evening. Photo taken Wednesday 4/8/15 Jake Daniels/The Enterprise Photo: Jake Daniels …
Cyclist dies after Lost Creek collision
By Katie Urbaszewski / Austin Community Newspapers Staff
A bicyclist has died at the hospital, one week after a crash with a pickup truck in Lost Creek, Department of Public Safety officials said.
Thomas Wilkinson, 53, died Tuesday in the hospital, DPS said.
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The crash investigation is ongoing, so troopers have not decided whether to charge the pickup truck driver, spokeswoman Robbie Barrera said. The driver has not been ticketed.
Around 5:30 p.m., Wilkinson and the truck driver were heading toward each other on Lost Creek Boulevard when the pickup truck driver, who didn’t see the cyclist, turned onto Whitemarsh Valley Walk. The bicyclist hit the right rear corner of the truck because the driver failed to yield, DPS said. The truck driver stopped to help.
The cyclist was unconscious when first-responders arrived, according to the …
Man on Bicycle Killed after Accident on Agnes in Corpus Christi, TX
By Michael Grossman      www.texas-wrongful-death-lawyer.net
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Corpus Christi, TX — Officers with the CCPD said that a man, 56, was killed when his bicycle was hit by a car along Agnes Avenue in an accident this week. They declined to name the man, but said the accident happened around 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, April 8, 2015 near North Port Avenue.
According to their reports, the 56-year old man was riding his bike along …
Bicyclist injured in crash on S. Lamar Boulevard
By Calily Bien      kxan.com
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A bicyclist was rushed to the hospital after she collided with a car in South Austin on Thursday afternoon. According to Austin police, the crash happened just after 2 p.m. in the 2100 block of South Lamar Boulevard.
Initial information indicates the vehicle hit the bicyclist, a woman in her …
Saturday 4/11 and Sunday 4/12 Rides
by Thomas      steinerranchcycling.com
Well this weekend’s weather looks iffy, but Saturday keeps looking better and better so we may be ok!
Saturday 4/11 you have two fantastic options to enjoy your bike and the outdoors. First, Dante has suggested a nice 60+ mile route to downtown and back that is as flat as possible (no Mt. Bonnell, etc). That ride leaves, as usual, from Cups & Cones at 7:30 am (NOTE THE …
New bike, pedestrian pathways approved for Hwy 277 & Clack area
By Mari Cockerell      www.ktxs.com
ABILENE, Texas –
Abilene City Council approved Thursday the construction of new bike and pedestrian pathways along U.S. Highway 277 from Clack Street to Rebecca Lane.
The project also includes a bicycle and pedestrian pathway down Texas Avenue, and sidewalk stretching down …
MoPac closes to install bicycle, pedestrian bridge
www.kvue.com
AUSTIN — Southbound MoPac Expressway between Parmer Lane and Braker Lane will close starting 8 p.m. Thursday as crews install the first piece of a 525-foot-long bicycle and pedestrian bridge.
The bridge will be installed over the Union Pacific Railroad tracks south of Duval Road. After the bridge …
Tweets
It wasn't as easy as it looks! These guys rode like real teammates and friends today and I'm glad to… https://t.co/7vzhv9QkUz
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) April 10, 2015
#latergram The @woombikesusa Kids Lap! #drivewaykid #weloveoursponsors #drivewaylife #drivewayseries… https://t.co/vqJiIyHVEb
— Driveway Series (@DrivewaySeries) April 10, 2015
I'm getting slow fat and old.. in need of #Doperks
— AustinCyclist (@AustinCyclist) April 10, 2015
King Racing Week 5 Cat4/5 Ladies Podium http://t.co/T5nVvCTGWl
— KingRacingGroup (@KingRacingGroup) April 10, 2015
CAT 3/4 JRS 3/4 WOMENS OPEN
KING RACING FAIR PARK WEEK 5
1 Kristopher Chelette 4 M Dallas Bike Works
2 Riley… http://t.co/rHlTgF3g66— KingRacingGroup (@KingRacingGroup) April 10, 2015
King Racing Cat4/5 Men's Podium Week 5 http://t.co/xcs7vMsNGq
— KingRacingGroup (@KingRacingGroup) April 10, 2015
In the city. This is the only green bike lane in H-Town lol pic.twitter.com/6OINtqUflz
— I wanna be a bike. (@Fudgelump) April 10, 2015
Mad Duck Flying Junior Fred VI on the podium again! Congrats Freddy! #MadDuckFlyingJuniors… https://t.co/hmJwXZLzHg
— Mad Duck Cyclery (@MadDuckCyclery) April 10, 2015
That's what a 115 sold out @austinsdentist Ueckert P1/2/3 field looks like! #SOPRO #drivewayseries… https://t.co/BuCAbCVeSm
— Driveway Series (@DrivewaySeries) April 9, 2015
That's a BIG field at the @drivewayseries. Those dudes are ready to #raceBikes #cycling #crits… https://t.co/WPYwJ8Cju8
— reQwip (@reQwip) April 9, 2015
I've been freaking out b/c I have to miss like 3 or 4 days in a row of riding; I just need to remember my base and fitness are big enough
— Preston Glace (@pgglace) April 9, 2015
Will Austinite @ChaseHawk512 strike gold again in BMX Park @XGames this year? 🆠pic.twitter.com/gA7fqp4DW5
— Austin Fit Magazine (@AustinFit) April 9, 2015
.@BPMS150 this year, TeamBP riders will be joined by wounded, ill & injured veterans w/ @SemperFiFund, @AmericasFund pic.twitter.com/UYblLklN85
— Geoff Morrell (@MorrellGeoff) April 9, 2015
We're off, Houston.. @ Chengkuan Mountain Bike Trail https://t.co/9iigVEp36o
— Jahid Ariffin (@JahidAriffin) April 9, 2015
https://twitter.com/GWCChuck/status/586171029258657792
While you're out on the trails please an eye out for Christopher. He has been missing since last Saturday. http://t.co/mohysw3uZ8
— DORBA (@dorbaonline) April 9, 2015
156,000 bikes checked out since @HoustonBcycle launched. One of fastest growing programs in the country! #EarthDay
— Janice Evans (@Jevansdavis) April 9, 2015
https://twitter.com/FtWMntBikers/status/586153509608824832
My other bike was out of commission so I had to take my fast one today pic.twitter.com/fThvtv9obq
— Bryan Beresford (@Bercycle) April 9, 2015
Event Reminders
2 Day Alert: Autism Bike Ride – Georgetown, TX, Apr 11, 2015 07:30AM – Georgetown High School, 2211 North Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Coastal Bend Tour de Cure – Corpus Christi, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – Whataburger Field, 734 East Port Avenue, Corpus Chri
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Harden Dental Team Ride – Corinth, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – Crownover Middle School, 1901 Creekside Drive, Corinth, TX 76
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Anchor Club Wildflower Bike Ride – Cuero, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – 501 Airport Rd, Cuero, TX(CST) http://t.co/qhzeYmE5JD
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Katy RAM Challenge – Katy, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – Sun & Ski Sports, Katy Mills Mall, Katy, TX(CST) http://t.co/lARw4iNs2O
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Midwestern State University Vuelta del Viento – Wichita Falls, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – FM 1180, Wichita Falls, TX(CST) h
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Dam to Dam Bike Ride – Jasper, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – Jasper, TX(CST) http://t.co/4L1XAklsCg
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Cow Patty Classic Benefit Bike Ride – Cedar Park, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:00AM – Vista Ridge High School, 200 South Vista Ridge
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Ascend Afton – El Paso, TX, Apr 11, 2015 08:30AM – River Run Plaza (1071 Country Club Rd, El Paso, TX 79932)(CST) http://zp
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Comfort Ride – Comfort. TX, Apr 11, 2015 09:00AM – Comfort Park, Comfort, TX(CST) http://t.co/g9gJqMVJpX
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Lancaster Country Ride – Lancaster, TX, Apr 11, 2015 09:00AM – Main Street and Dallas Avenue, Lancaster, TX(CST) http://zpr
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Castell Grind – Castell, TX, Apr 11, 2015 09:00AM – The Castell General Store, Castell, TX(CST) http://t.co/11ulAb2gRZ
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Tour of Navidad Valley – Schulenburg, TX, Apr 11, 2015 09:00AM – Jordan Ranch, FM2238, Schulenburg, Texas(CST) http://zpr.i
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: DORBA Beginner Clinic – Garland, TX, Apr 11, 2015 09:30AM – Rowlett Creek Preserve, 2525 Castle Rd, Parking Lot at Castle D
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: FrankenBike #51: PIZZA! – Houston, TX, Apr 11, 2015 10:00AM – Luigi's Pizza Midtown @ 3700 Almeda Road, Houston, TX 77004,
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Wee-Chi-Tah BMX Gold Cup Qualifier & State Qualifier – Wichita Falls, TX, Apr 11, 2015 11:00AM – 502 Wichita St, Wichita Fa
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: The Blackland Classic – Greenville, TX, Apr 11, 2015 01:00PM – CORNER STREET PUB, 2702 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75401, Un
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Tour Del Tacos – Dallas, TX, Apr 11, 2015 01:00PM – 314 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208, USA(CST) http://t.co/jESUp9aHjy
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015
2 Day Alert: Texas Cup Match Sprints – Houston, TX, Apr 11, 2015 02:00PM – 19008 Saums Rd, Katy, Tx(CST) http://t.co/vBAq9oIZuA
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 9, 2015