Texas Bicycling News Digest May 10th
Video: Birth of an American Cargo Bike
by Matthew      bike4heck.com
This is a longer video than I usually post but it’s totally worth a 20 minute watch. Liz Canning, a friend of Bike4Heck did a great job on this video segment. I was not a co-producer in this project but I’m apart of the larger project she is …
Why Do People Dislike Cyclists?
### Johnny Guzman      bicyclepointofview.blogspot.com
Discussing why some people dislike cyclists, and the behaviors that contribute to negative stereotypes.
Chances are if someone has been riding a bicycle on the roads for years, they may have experienced the road rage of angry motorists, the ridicule from their friends or even have had near death experiences on the road with motorists or on the trail with pedestrians. To be fair, all dedicated cyclists encounter this, whether they are “good”, friendly cyclists or cyclists with entitlement issues and God complexes. There are certain types of behaviors that trigger the ire in motorists and even other cyclists that we can avoid. This will contribute to mutual respect on …
Cycling trip in honor of shrine was inspired by Texas’ majestic limestone rock
By Sidney Brandler      www.expressnews.com
Navy Capt. Burt Quintanilla is a member of the Shrine of St. Padre Pio’s Knights of Columbus and a 1978 graduate of Central Catholic High School. He’s also a cyclist who needs no race to make a ride count.
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ETX man hospitalized following major accident involving a bicycle
www.myeasttex.com
Mt. Pleasant, Texas (KETK)
One person was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car Saturday afternoon.
The accident happened in the 1200 block of West 10th Street in Mount Pleasant.
Details are limited, but police say a Robert Lee Goodlow Sr., 55, was riding his bike when a car ran into him. He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital where …
Grandfather biking across country to sick granddaughter
By JOCELYN TOVARÂ Â Â Â Â Â News 4 San Antonio
news4sanantonio.com
SAN ANTONIO-A San Antonio grandfather is biking across the country to help raise money for his granddaughter’s kidney transplant.
Jerry Welch’s feet are going to be peddling for a long time. He’s biking from his home in San Antonio to his granddaughter’s in Portland Oregon.
“After we heard the news she needed a kidney transplant,” he said. “It felt like something I’ve been called to do.”
Calling this journey “Mikayla’s Miles,” it’s all for a six-year-old girl who continues to smile despite various health issues.
“She’s been in the hospital for most of her entire life, six years,” he said. “So this is my way of helping her out.”
Biking has long been a part of his life so it was a natural choice, but he’s never …
GHORBA project ‘SPRING’ was a huge success!!
GHORBA.org
Over the last two weeks, GHORBA trail stewards have been on the grind, working with volunteers to make sure we all have a fun summer full of awesome rides! …
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Go for an easy beginner ride – Houston, TX (west) For full details, including the address, and to RSVP s… http://t.co/VqXBZHKcse
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 11, 2015
New Event River Oaks & Tanglewood Bike Ride – Houston, TX For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see… http://t.co/HC09gUVrFs
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 11, 2015
New Event Saturday Beginner Ride – Houston, TX (north) For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see:
… http://t.co/lvbBRFVEQB— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 11, 2015
New Event Fort Davis Memorial Day Weekend Ride – Fort Davis, TX http://t.co/vXcyQmm74y
DETAILS: It's a beautifu… http://t.co/woEl5ne8Sx
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 11, 2015
Tweets
If I could spend every evening chasing sunsets and singletrack with @ccanavati like I did today I'd… https://t.co/Zo7Vb2QaHc
— adam leedy (@TheCruxyBits) May 11, 2015
https://twitter.com/BSS_Road_Club/status/597560929467899904
I had a great time at Road Nats–thank you for sending me! Already planning how to get on that podium… http://t.co/YXIufQ7fOR
— UT Cycling (@UTCycling) May 11, 2015
There will be an open track session Monday evening from 5:30-7:30 (provided the weather is good). This will be for experienced riders.
— Alkek Velodrome (@AlkekVelodrome) May 10, 2015
And where was @velopaso this morning?
Cyclofemme Ride
El Paso Rose Garden
Father Rham Mural pic.twitter.com/svvXhyZWia— Bike Hombre – STREETS ARE FOR PEOPLE (@sbwhite) May 10, 2015
https://twitter.com/IamWillPowers/status/597478974441263104
Hot weather + wind + 4 hours = netflix + popcorn @ George Bush Park. https://t.co/BHi2aqeMrA
— Lance Mooney (@lance_riptide) May 10, 2015
Congrats @TAMUCycling Grant Koontz, d1 national time trial champion #collnats
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) May 10, 2015
Rides May 12-17 are sponsored by Sponsored by Tour De El Paso
For ride information please check our Calendar :… http://t.co/VYvLx3UUaV
— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) May 10, 2015
https://twitter.com/jackmott42/status/597455333443899392
#sundayFunday #adventuring https://t.co/nEF0jKgirs
— Caden Burross (@cadenburross) May 10, 2015
Men take 10 th in the ttt after last minute roster changes due to illness. Pleased how they came together!
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) May 10, 2015
Event Reminder
2 Day Alert: Sun & Ski Tuesday Night Crit – Richardson, TX, May 12, 2015 05:30PM – 501 S Plano Rd, Richardson Square, 501 S Plano Rd, Ri
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) May 10, 2015