Texas Bicycling News Digest September 10th 2018
Gran Fondo bike event benefits Pat and Emmitt Smith Charities
Leslie Barker | www.dallasnews.com
We certainly understand if you skipped the Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred bike ride this year (or any year, for that matter). It was, in a word, hot. And while September temperatures in North Texas aren’t exactly frosty, the average range is a comfy 69 to 89 degrees. Nice weather to ride your two-wheeler, especially for a cause. …
Video: Scooters vs Bikes: SA’s bike-share program may feel effects of scooters
By Max Massey | www.ksat.com
SAN ANTONIO – From Southtown to downtown San Antonio, it seems like at every corner you can find a Bird or Lime scooter sitting or on the move.
It’s nothing new that the scooters are seeing success, but it could be at the cost of the Alamo City’s bike-share program.
Q: Has there already been a decrease in usage for the bike-share program?
A: “Any time there’s new technology that comes on the …
Pink Floyd Sunday Afternoon Ride
Martha Morin | www.strava.com
Video: These great cycling routes show the wide range of beauty in Texas
khou.com
Cyclist and Writer for Texas Monthly Magazine Dan Oko speaks with Deborah Duncan about some fun and scenic cycling routes. They also discuss some biking tips.
Upcoming Rides
Fort Worth Bicycling Association | www.fwbaclub.org
UPCOMING RIDES
Jerry Frank’s Birthday Ride
Sat, September 15, 2018 8:00 AM Godley Middle School, Godley, Texas
Ovilla Thrilla
Sun, September 16, 2018 8:00 AM 1301 Day Miar Rd, Mansfield, TX
River View
Sat, September 22, 2018 8:00 AM Rio Vista Tx Rio Vista High School Eagle Drive
No Wind No Hills
Sun, September 23, 2018 8:00 AM Sublett and 287, Arlington, Tx
Willow Park Warbler
Sun, September 30, 2018 3:00 PM Willow Park, Tx
Paluxy Pedal
Sat, October 06, 2018 8:30 AM Glen Rose, Tx
Grandview Gallop
Sun, October 07, 2018 8:00 AM 106 S Walnut St, Venus, TX 76084
Texas Bicycling from Twitter
Finished scouting our Pilot Point Pedal route today. Registration will open later this week with special kickstarter pricing for the first 25 entries. Here's a preview of the roads, town and staging venue.https://t.co/ELf7GkHwEt https://t.co/ELf7GkHwEt
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) September 11, 2018
In San Antonio ,Texas (coming soon) the Tobin (A rich guy that had a map making co.) Land bridge . Cyclist , walkers , joggers , animals to cross the (Hwy.) Wurzback Parkway . pic.twitter.com/HX6XtkhnC7
— jerald roll (@grandpajerald) September 11, 2018
Tobin is also the family the bought all the greenbelt in San Antonio, called the Salado Creek , turning it into a urban park for cyclists , joggers and hikers pic.twitter.com/NjnbpmxoDJ
— jerald roll (@grandpajerald) September 11, 2018
https://twitter.com/JuanRodriguez/status/1039271604788899841
— Dan Pedroza (@beagleracing) September 10, 2018
That day you were about to set a @Strava personal best segment time but spotted those flowers… @WoombikesUSA pic.twitter.com/UZ8sAIqT3l
— Martin Russell 🚲ðŸðŸ¿ï¸ (@russell_dallas) September 10, 2018
LIVE NOW: Filling gaps in the regional bicycle-pedestrian trail network. Watch at https://t.co/ddZ8Es4MPf https://t.co/2W7AbYzHqY
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) September 10, 2018
Join Us for The 3rd Annual Emmitt Smith Gran Fondo on Sat, 9/22, in Frisco. Featuring a 100-mile Gran Fondo w/ a winner take all purse of $10K. Other featured events include a 100k, 45-mile, Ride 22 (22-mile ride) & a family fondo. Our race benefits @SmithCharities!🚴ðŸ¾â€â™‚ï¸ pic.twitter.com/hzZXUhG9RH
— EmmittSmithGranFondo (@EmmittSmithGF) September 10, 2018
My little one, Matthew, knocked out his first 26.6 miles on his MTB while out riding on the #Borderwall
His longest ride so far….. pic.twitter.com/1E5EeQzBDN— Daniel Cruz (@DCRUZ547) September 10, 2018
Short 20 crossing guards, school district seeks new solutions https://t.co/JA6f5kkoaM pic.twitter.com/S4EPdCirSr
— KXAN News (@KXAN_News) September 10, 2018
Great turn at the World Heritage Festival 2018 Tour de las Misiones bike ride. Thank you to our friends @WorldHeritageSA for organizing the event, going on it’s third year. Everyone have a SWell day. pic.twitter.com/sx3vNpn9jY
— San Antonio Bike Share (@SABikeShare) September 10, 2018
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Chasing Watts – Road Group Ride: Pearland Cycling Club – Pearland, TX Road Group Ride: Pearland Cycling Club – Pearland Cycling Club meets in the parking lot on Broadway St. From May to September, the groups roll out at 7:30 am. There alway… https://t.co/zKpNszmQEq
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 10, 2018
New Event Iceman's Challenge Gravel Pursuit – China Spring, TX Iceman's Challenge Gravel Pursuit at China Spring, TXhttps://t.co/4haTWXZIidhttps://t.co/VRksKLo770
The 5th Annual Iceman's Challenge Gravel Road Race and Adventure Pursuit is a fun, lai… https://t.co/RxF8J3JnFX
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 11, 2018
New Event STORM Thursday Evening Group Ride – OP Schnabel Park/Leon Creek Greenway Dirt Trails – San Antonio, TX
** Inclement weather or muddy trails will cancel this event **Meet at Graff Pavilion at 6:00pm, wheels down 6:30pm. All skill levels welcom… https://t.co/mBWtv7vJOC
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 11, 2018