Texas Biking News February 5th 2020
The Road to Hotter’N Hell
Organized by Fun Bikin’ Enterprises | www.active.com
The Road to Hotter’N Hell is a series of 6 rides to help area cyclists prepare for the rigors of participating in the Hotter’N Hell Hundred. Our package bundles all 6 rides with a Limited Edition Jersey made just for the RTHH.
These rides have been selected because year after year they put on a great ride. Each ride presents challenging, hilly routes that are very well supported. All of these rides have a variety of distance options, so not matter how far you plan to ride in Wichita Falls, you’ll find the perfect route to help you build your fitness as you build your endurance.
When you register with us for the RTHH, you will automatically be entered in all 6 of our featured rides: …
TxDOT Approves Millions for Safer Access to Schools, Communities
By Hannah Jones | www.nbcdfw.com
New federal funding will give pedestrians and bicyclists safer access to schools, public transit, and communities across Texas.
The Texas Transportation Commission approved $24 million for 30 projects across the state that will build sidewalks, shared use paths, bike lanes, and other safety features.
This federal funding comes from two different programs: Transportation Alternatives and Safe Routes to Schools. …
Hudson Oaks awarded $2.1 million grant to construct trail
By Autumn Owens | www.weatherforddemocrat.com
The city of Hudson Oaks was recently awarded a $2.1 million Transportation Alternative grant from the Texas Department of Transportation that will be used for Phase 1 of its trail master plan.
The grant application — which was funded in full through TxDOT’s Safe Routes to Schools program — will be used for 80 percent of the project, the other 20 percent will be funded by a local match from the city’s general fund, according to the city.
“It’s very humbling to know that the state of Texas has such high regard for the city of Hudson Oaks that it awarded us the largest amount of state funds in the most recent call for grant projects,†Hudson Oaks Mayor Marc Povero said. “I want to thank our staff for putting together the grant proposal that secured these funds for …
Tour de Houston 2020 has a new route. Y’all sign up! It’s a fun ride. from bikehouston
Share the love at Feb. 9 bike ride
fortworthtexas.gov
Join Fort Worth Bike Sharing for a heart-healthy ride. The family-friendly, six-mile ride will take place in the heart of the Near Southside at 3 p.m. Feb. 9.
Riders will meet at the bike sharing station at Magnolia Avenue and Henderson Street, across from Craftwork Coffee and around the …