Texas Bicycling News April 25th 2017
Tying Waco sites together
By J.B. SMITH | www.wacotrib.com
Mammoth site, river, old railroads seen as key to future Waco trail system
Someday you may be able to walk or bike from the Hawaiian Falls water park to the Riverbend ballfields, the fishing docks on the Bosque River and the Waco Mammoth National Monument without ever crossing traffic.
That day may be about to get a lot closer.
A lighted concrete river trail connecting those attractions is part of a “metropolitan trail system†that Waco Parks and Recreation officials envision as …
State, federal funding could help pay for Longview bike, pedestrian lanes
By Jimmy Isaac | www.news-journal.com
State and federal funding could help pay for more bicycle and pedestrian lanes in Longview — including through neighborhoods.
But Parks and Recreation Department Director Scott Caron cautioned Monday, “We don’t have an exact route.”
The city has called a May 4 public hearing for input on its application to the Texas Department of Transportation to receive a grant for as much as $3 million to …
Houston’s Best Parks & Trails for Family Bike Ride
By Rachael Cherry | mommypoppins.com
Encouraging healthy hobbies is at the top of my priority list when it comes to my kids, and I’ve tried to make being active a part of their lives since day one. Both kids have accompanied me on many runs in the jogging stroller since they were babies, and they know that if it’s a nice day we’re doing something outside. Now that my oldest is riding his bike, we frequently head out to different trails together where I’ll chase after him with my daughter strapped into the jogging stroller as he flies down trails (his biking has been excellent for improving my running speed) or …
First Playtri retail franchise to open next month
by BRAIN Staff | www.bicycleretailer.com
DALLAS (BRAIN) — The first franchise location of Playtri, a Dallas-based multisport retailer, will open next month in Fort Worth, Texas.
Playtri announced in January that it was selling franchises. It currently has five company-owned locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
The new store is the Alliance area in North Fort Worth, which Playtri said is a fast-growing area.
“This expanding area of Fort Worth is an excellent opportunity for Playtri to meet the needs of the community with a bike shop and coaching services. We look forward to a …
Bike The Woodlands 2017 begins in May
by The Editor | fatcatwebproductions.com
THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (April 25, 2017) – May is recognized as National Bike Month, and for the fifth consecutive year The Woodlands will be host to a number of activities to celebrate the event. The Woodlands Township is a supporter of Bike The Woodlands Coalition’s efforts to create a better community through bicycling, and the events in May offer a prime opportunity for people to get involved.
With activities scheduled for all ages and abilities to enjoy throughout the month of May, the highlight of the …
Student’s custom bike stolen at Rice University, later returned
By Jake Reiner | www.click2houston.com
HOUSTON – If there’s one thing this story should teach us, it’s this: If you had any plans to mess with the Houston bike community, don’t.
“This is, like, my life,” said Madeleine Pelzel, a junior architecture student at Rice University, referring to her custom-made bike.
“I’ve been riding with this bike since the beginning of 2014,” she said. “I’ve gone on tours with it, I’ve raced it, I’ve done triathlons on it (and) I used to get …
Austin Ridge Riders Visit Cameron Park
by Trent Dougherty | wacobicycleclub.com
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
Lawmen pedaling across Texas honor ambush victims with stop in Dallas https://t.co/SPrACquK7x
— Dallas Morning News (@dallasnews) April 26, 2017
Double Lake BRC update: As you know, the trail and recreation area have been closed since Jan 1. As of now, the… https://t.co/6v41h85UMM
— GHORBA (@ghorba_org) April 26, 2017
First happy customer only about a quarter mile of taking off. #bike #houston #LightDistributionRide pic.twitter.com/ia8q7xlTvM
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) April 26, 2017
#bike #houston #LightDistributionRide is about to get started. pic.twitter.com/KLzL351BrG
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) April 25, 2017
5/1 RAT Training Diary starts up. It is going to be quite the process to put all of the pieces together… https://t.co/6hierj3Nmj
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) April 25, 2017
It's an absolutely beautiful day here in Austin! Who else is running errands via bicycle? pic.twitter.com/CiLYSWUTJS
— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) April 25, 2017
A6 San Antonio is working on connecting ALL our bike/walk trails we have #SaludTues
— FitCitySA (@FitCitySA) April 25, 2017
Look at the fun we had at #EarthDayATX last weekend! Many thanks to all who stopped by to say hello. pic.twitter.com/jfh6GkzcSR
— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) April 25, 2017
The countdown begins for the @BPMS150. Here are some tips for cyclists to help them have a good ride. pic.twitter.com/AQI3nxCDsK
— bp America (@bp_America) April 24, 2017
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Intermediate/Advanced Barton Creek Greenbelt Social Ride – Austin, TX For full details, including the ad… https://t.co/jxwo18pVVc
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 26, 2017
New Event Bicycle Sport Shop Skills Academy Week 1 – Austin, TX Bicycle Sport Shop Skills Academy Week 1 at Austin… https://t.co/rKnRB0VXNe
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 26, 2017
New Event Tuesday Nighter @ COTA Week 5 – Austin, TX Tuesday Nighter @ COTA Week 5 at Austin, TX
… https://t.co/dSEhOZfDOu— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) April 26, 2017