Texas Bicycling News Digest December 16th 2017
Santa, Academy, reward excellent students with brand new bikes
By MARK REAGAN | www.brownsvilleherald.com
Students in the first through third grades at Garden Park Elementary received a special visit from Santa Claus on Friday morning.
And 30 of those students, 10 from each grade who had perfect attendance, great grades and no problems with discipline, each received a brand new bike and helmet from Academy Sports + Outdoors. …
Academy Sports + Outdoors Hosts 16th Annual Bike Donation Program
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HOUSTON, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Academy Sports + Outdoors will host more than 115 bike donation events throughout the month of December to help recognize and reward deserving students in various cities. Since 2001, the sporting goods retailer has worked with various local communities, schools and non-profits to recognize students for their academic performance, perfect attendance, good behavior and/or need. …
Go Inside Dallas’ New Cycling Plans As Bike Share Companies Flood the Streets
BY RANI MONSON | www.dmagazine.com
A rush of rental bikes and the ensuing backlash against ‘urban litter’ have again raised the question of whether this city can handle two-wheeled lifestyle choices.
They’re everywhere. And bright. They’re maybe not the color you’d pick for your own, but that’s the whole point of these bike-share rentals in Dallas. They stick out on streets and sidewalks like highlighted text, perhaps imploring the city to improve its biking infrastructure through sheer critical mass—or …
CITY OF AMARILLO, TEXAS NOTICE OF MEETING & AGENDA PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD ON MONDAY,DECEMBER 18, 2017, AT 11:00 A.M. ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE SIMMS MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 808 SOUTH BUCHANAN ST, ROOM 203, AMARILLO TEXAS
Please note: The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Advisory Committee may take up items out of the order shown on any Agenda. The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Advisory Committee reserves the right to discuss all or part of any item in an executive session at any time during a meeting or work session, as necessary and allowed by state law. Votes or final decisions are made only in open Regular or Special meetings,
not in either a work session or executive session. …
Bicycle Sales Representative in HOUSTON, Texas
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BIKE BARN
Bicycle Sales Representative: Responsibilities Make sure all customers have a positive experience at the shop Teach customers about bicycles, parts, and accessories Assist in shipping and receiving of inventory Assist in educational clinics and events promoting cycling in the community Lead group rides with customers Merchandising and branding of products sold in the shop. High School / GED required. Candidates must pass background check. Convictions will be reviewed on a case by case basis; convictions will not necessarily bar a candidate’s employment.
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Texas Bicycling from Twitter
Take a minute to read & sign…#Superdrome #FortWorth @MayorBetsyPrice https://t.co/SRsOGfuKtk
— Bicycles Inc (@bicycles_inc) December 17, 2017
New Bike Day for Team Wolfpack 🺠Sheri @BSS_Austin @iamspecialized @specializedwmn #TarmacSL5 pic.twitter.com/L8RpR71LNy
— Stefan Rothe (@stefanrothe) December 17, 2017
https://twitter.com/BBQ44/status/942196616349577221
Rain will be gone – we'll be all set to head EAST on Sunday morning! Chilly start – see you there!#bikestcc #wearerbm
— Shawnee Trail CC (@ShawneeTrailCC) December 17, 2017
@rdusky99 3rd today. Proud of these guys. Great course. @tylerclouti Same tomorrow #WeAreRBM @RichBikeMart https://t.co/FAdML4d4qk
— Bob Sandusky (@gdusky) December 17, 2017
Atx rider with prosthetic arm shredding CO: https://t.co/xi4E4IADzk
— AustinCyclist (@AustinCyclist) December 16, 2017
Check it out! Traughber Nutrition wants to to sponsor an athlete in the 2018 Pace Bend Ultra! More details and… https://t.co/YT1ER8wLTX
— HOLLAND RACING (@HOLLANDRACERS) December 16, 2017
News about the Superdome in Frisco….https://t.co/99z7PW4TpO https://t.co/nLVXdmSGv4
— BikeDFW (@BikeDFW) December 16, 2017
Thinking about riding the 2018 #bpms150? Take it from Joe who’s still riding at 90 years old — it’s fun! pic.twitter.com/Y6Qac3n31q
— Bike MS: Texas MS 150 (@TexasMS150) December 16, 2017
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Bicycling Skills 123 – The Woodlands, TX https://t.co/8EqVa7P4bs
Bicycling Skills 123 is designed for adults who are not ready for the full TS101 class. These students will practice their handling drills in order to improve confidence while r… https://t.co/53pgGEcI1d
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 16, 2017
New Event Southwest Tandem Rally – Brenham, TX https://t.co/wQLCnHLzcQ
Thursday, April 19th -Â Late Afternoon
Rally Registration and welcome receptionÂ
Friday, April 20th
Friday's ride will start from the Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site v… https://t.co/zicZOsm1kh— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 16, 2017
New Event The Santa Claus Ride – Austin, TX https://t.co/I9HpiZRpPl
Ho ho ho! Spend Christmas Eve afternoon on your bike, as we ride through a variety of urban neighborhoods and spread some holiday cheer. Led by Santa (who resembles Rick Byrnes), we'… https://t.co/Q2qgn1lhlr
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 16, 2017