Texas Bicycling News Digest December 23rd 2017
The No Plan Stan Tour/Around the Gulf of Mexico
By Sharon Brown | www.crazyguyonabike.com
To Kirbyville, Texas *
To Kountz and the Relax Inn *
Coldspring, Texas and a Warmshowers host *
Montgomery, Texas and the KOA campground *
Navasota, Texas and the Trinity Lutheran Church *
Burton, Texas and American Thanksgiving *
To Austin, Texas and Road Angel 2 *
Austin, Texas and a Warmshowers host * …
Video: Waste Connections gives bikes to kids for school and fun
Cedric Golden Nicole Villalpando | www.statesman.com
Donovan Clay, 16, was more than surprised Thursday when he walked out of the shower to see a new bike by the Christmas tree in his apartment.
“We’ve helped you get to school,†said Steve Shannon of Waste Connections. Employees bought and built bikes for about 200 kids around Austin, including Donovan.
“Thank you,†Donovan said. “It’s nice.†…
They earn bikes for Christmas, and so much more
By Josh Brodesky | www.mysanantonio.com
Jayden Griffin, 5, checks out his new bike, which he built through the program, Earn-A-Bike.
For months, Jayden Griffin had waited for this moment.
He had attended classes. Studied every part of a bike. Learned how to ride safely. And on a rainy Saturday morning, he finally built his bike, a sweet blue-and-black ride with training wheels.
It is his first bike, and he handled it with care, peering over and under the handlebars, studying the rims and pedals from curious angles. Finally, he sat down, and cautiously …
What If Santa Decided to Swap His Reindeer Sleigh for a Bike This Year?
by: Adam Marsal | www.welovecycling.com
When looking for a new bike, the confused Santa will ask the shop assistant for brands such as Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen or at least Rudolph.
Then he’ll consider buying a fat bike.
He’ll save himself the trouble of explaining to the police why he travels with a herd of deer in heavy traffic.
He’ll get some …
Wheel Love: Fort Worth Cyclists Bring Joy to Local Residents this Holiday Season
www.wheelbrothers.com
It is the season of giving, and Fort Worth cyclists from eleven different area clubs rallied together to bring the gift of bikes to neighbors who will truly enjoy them. Through the Wheel Love virtual event on Facebook, Team Bicycles Inc., WheelBrothers, Fort Worth Bike Association, Dallas Off-Road Bike Association, Team Tornado Alley, Manly Bulge Bike Club, North Tarrant Cycling Club, Bike Friendly Fort Worth, Bike Friendly Mid Cities, Velo Gold, and …
State judge unimpressed by TABC effort against license renewal
By Ken Herman | www.mystatesman.com
An older bike messenger with Tourette syndrome and autism walked into a bar.
No joke. Really, no joke.
The incident is included in a proposed decision issued this month by state Administrative Law Judge Rebecca S. Smith in a case involving officialdom’s challenge of the renewal of an alcoholic beverage license held by Bottom Bracket Social Club.
The San Antonio bar, opened in 2013, has had some travails but seems to have found a niche in the world of selling alcoholic beverages and providing entertainment for profit. …
Area kids get new rides thanks to “Bikes for Kids”
www.kristv.com
Struggling parents are getting a big gift under the tree this holiday season thanks to several local organizations.
For dozens of Coastal Bend children, Christmas came early, but it wasn’t Santa bringing the good cheer. For eight years now, Bay Area Bicycles has partnered with local radio stations and volunteer groups to give wheels to youngsters who might not otherwise have a bicycle. …
MPO discusses increasing funds for bike route study
By Trevor Hawes | www.mrt.com
With heavy traffic on the region’s roadways, cyclists are looking for safer routes to protect riders from large trucks and debris. The Permian Basin Metropolitan Planning Organization wants to aid the cycling community.
The MPO at its public policy board meeting Monday discussed increasing the amount of money to be allotted for a study that would analyze the feasibility of a thoroughfare between Midland and Odessa. …
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
EP Cyclists Christmas Eve Ride
Join us for nice base mile ride Sunday the 24th.
Start Location: Hospital 375 /… https://t.co/z9PivFne34
— EP Cyclists (@EPCyclists) December 23, 2017
beautiful @BrownsvilleRGV market square, easily accessible by bicycle 🚲 pic.twitter.com/hrBPTQg0HE
— Edgar Gaucin 🚲 (@edgargaucin) December 23, 2017
Nothing beats the excitement of finding a new ride.
It's not full carbon but the incredibly thin plastic makes it super light. pic.twitter.com/3p5zUQIVQl
— Sarah Kamien (@sarahkamien) December 23, 2017
#Austin is home to No. 2 and No. 4 best bike routes in the nation 🚲🚲🚲 #justkeepriding https://t.co/rTOOFLcrFq pic.twitter.com/WKHr3vH0ye
— KXAN News (@KXAN_News) December 23, 2017
10-year-old Melanie Montgomery road & finished her 100 miles strong at the 2017 HHH!! pic.twitter.com/ajTT0fWMVI
— Hotter'n Hell 100 (@HotternHell100) December 23, 2017
Two weeks from today!https://t.co/2OPKOc4DtC
— FortWorthCX (@FortWorthCX) December 23, 2017