Texas Bicycling News Digest September 12th 2018
Biking Across America, Crypto Cyclists Look to Raise $1 Million for Charity
by Rebecca Campbell | bitcoinmagazine.com
Crypto, charity and cycling. It’s an unlikely triad, but two fitness enthusiasts-turned-crypto philanthropists believe that, taken in combination, the three can drive positive change.
Taking a cross-country cycling trip around the U.S., Tour de Crypto riders Jason Berlin and Jovel Velasquez want to raise $1 million in cryptocurrencies and USD for the Houston Area Women’s Center (HAWC), a non-profit organization with the mandate to “[end] domestic and sexual violence for all.†Through its advocacy, counselling, education, shelters and support services, HAWC works to help survivors build safe and healthy lives. …
The League of American Bicyclist is about to set back San Antonio again.
by Daniel Day | bikesanantonio.blogspot.com
Back in August, Alamo Area MPO sent a tweet (image 77.1) out about San Antonio again reapplying to the League of American Bicyclist to become Silver ranking as a bicyclist friendly city. I am here to warn people that if we win Silver status, then biking will get worse in San Antonio for the people who are in charge will use the status as a crutch not to improve the current situation.
I’ve been pointing out the fact that since the awarding of the Bronze Status, that we don’t deserve it. When your …
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Texas Bicycling from Twitter
Register today for Hermann Park Conservancy's Park to Port bike ride. This 20-mile round trip ride offers a unique perspective of Houston along Brays Bayou Greenway!https://t.co/3w10DQwJr4
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) September 12, 2018
In the event of foul weather, the start time of this event may be delayed up to 1 hour. Should the 66-mile route be unsafe or unavailable, 66-mile participants will be directed to the 21-mile route. Should the weather conditions be unsafe for riders, the event will be canceled.
— ConquerTheCoast (@ConquerTheCoast) September 12, 2018
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Marc LeQuire and Gerry Douglas finish up the TNC C race with a big big win for PACC. Marc looking stronger than ever these days!@Plano Cycling and Fitness @Legacy Chiropractic & Sports Medicine @Unlawful… https://t.co/iLPNb7FTd7
— Team PACC (@teampacc) September 12, 2018
Lin Waters on the TOP step to finish out the 2018 TNC B race series. Congratulations!
Plano Cycling & Fitness Legacy Chiropractic & Sports Medicine Unlawful Assembly Brewing Co. Endura Whole Foods Market VeloGrip Wootters Wood Care
— Team PACC (@teampacc) September 12, 2018
As is tradition, we got some weather on the way to Colorado, but all is well and we're ready to rip up the olympic training center all through this week at the USAC Collegiate Track National Championship. Stay tuned here for updates & follow… https://t.co/P6T0TlqSZe
— MSU Cycling Team (@MSUCyclingTeam) September 12, 2018
Please join us for our Phantom Crossing Ride on Saturday. Wheels down at 8 AM!https://t.co/qb80hACBAh pic.twitter.com/BXwhrXCIXs
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) September 12, 2018
Have you heard? @Cigna @SundayStreetHTX has announced their first event of the fall season! Don't miss out, explore your city! https://t.co/wbutYBGm2U pic.twitter.com/Whi3UxawVY
— gohealthyhtx (@GoHealthyHTX) September 12, 2018
We are getting ready for the first #SSHTX of the fall season! Are you ready to explore the streets of Houston? https://t.co/G1Isqf5ocs pic.twitter.com/A6gE5O9gq8
— Sunday Streets HTX (@SundayStreetHTX) September 12, 2018
Our city officials like to tout our Bronze Bicycle Friendly city, but talk to anyone who rides their bicycle around town and they'll tell you otherwise.
I posted several links so you can… https://t.co/hCbKRc6uJH— The aatblog.com (@BikeSanAntonio) September 12, 2018
#Austin wants your input on 3 designs for Spicewood Springs Road, including widening it and bike & pedestrian options https://t.co/ZCDGWuSrPB pic.twitter.com/rG64b7o6nN
— KXAN News (@KXAN_News) September 12, 2018
Come Play in the Street during the Fall Siclovia by @YMCAsatx. SWell Cycle day passes will be free of charge (usage fees still apply), thanks to our partner Southwest General Hospital. For more info or map of the route, visit YMCA of Greater San Antonio's website. pic.twitter.com/ay99g6aBJw
— San Antonio Bike Share (@SABikeShare) September 12, 2018
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event MVC/RBM McKinney Saturday Ride – McKinney, TX
"A" ride – 65 mileshttps://t.co/i96eA9cXex"B" ride – 53 mileshttps://t.co/bP1zHrlgFU
"C" ride – 35 mileshttps://t.co/ooh0KyWID7
"D" ride – 27 mileshttps://t.co/HAMuvnTmID December 30, … https://t.co/XBijwlaxAi
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) September 12, 2018