Texas Biking News March 4th 2021
Discover Fun Facts Along the New Boggy Creek Urban Trail
City of Austin | austintexas.gov
For the next month, signs will temporarily line the new dual track on the Boggy Creek Trail to tell visitors fun facts about the sights they see. The new dual track is the first of its kind in Austin and connects Rosewood Ave to E. 12th Street, where it joins the existing Boggy Creek Urban Trail. Dual-track trails separate people walking from people biking, which increases safety and creates more space for the different paces of users. The project was made possible through a partnership with Austin Public Works, Austin Transportation, and the Parks and Recreation Department. Learn more and take a virtual tour of the trail on the Boggy Creek Trail website.
The Boggy Creek Trail is family friendly and passes by interesting sites, both new and old. Learn about community artwork at the Pillars Project, discover some of the history of …
Man hit by two vehicles while riding bicycle near Barrera Veterans Elementary School, BCSO says
Jakob Rodriguez, Sandra Ibarra | www.ksat.com
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VON ORMY, Texas – A man was hit by two vehicles while riding his bicycle near Barrera Veterans Elementary School on Wednesday, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said.
The incident happened in the 4100 block of Smith Road.
Deputies say they found the man unresponsive. Only one of the drivers of the two cars that hit the man stayed during the investigation.
The sheriff’s office said it is searching for a pickup truck believed to be the second vehicle in the collision.
Fun times with neighbors
Jessica Danielle | www.strava.com
Afternoon Ride
Simon Mumford | www.strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
Rolling into a new week!
— EaDo Bike Co (@EaDoBikeCo) March 4, 2021
(Yes, this bike is available… For now!) pic.twitter.com/O4wdrxQgot
Summer Moon Spin w/ (other) Sarah 🚴🚴â€â™€ï¸ | #OptOutside #outsideisfree #coffeeride | @maap_cc @ElielCycling | @Strava: https://t.co/BhwpRXgIQu pic.twitter.com/X96YnHwUfQ
— Nate Eguia (@N8d0gg7) March 4, 2021
Paving the Way: #ATXCouncil approves first funds from 2020 Active Transportation & Safety Bond (Prop B). This allows @austinmobility to move full speed ahead to ensure the $460M in projects are finished within six years. Learn more: https://t.co/3YWOK2YkBd pic.twitter.com/cpp6QghWJd
— City of Austin (@austintexasgov) March 4, 2021
Empathetic 3 yr old. Big brother had the only crashes all day so he wanted to make him feel better.#9thStreet #ATX â¦@woombikesUSAâ© pic.twitter.com/ioLgURLZPM
— Martin Russell 🚲ðŸðŸ¿ï¸ (@russell_dallas) March 4, 2021
Sunday's meet-up ride: https://t.co/gpm70w97Cz pic.twitter.com/IdvVlyhGoP
— SA Wheelmen (@sawheelmen) March 4, 2021
See https://t.co/KaztOZwhUS for DB1 ride schedule [BT] (Mar 06, 2021 08:00AM)
— PBA Rides (@pbaDB1) March 4, 2021
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event 2021 Sansom 66 – Fort Worth, TX https://t.co/XHh3WnsOSV
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2021
This one is definitely a challenge and not for everyone. Two laps of the Spinistry Loop is an accomplishment by itself. 8 laps is absolute madness! The Spinistry Loop is an 8.5 mile cont… https://t.co/Efp8axivaD
New Event Jingle Bell Fun Run and Bike Ride – Gordon, TX https://t.co/SMnvLn844j
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2021
We have rescheduled the Jingle Bell Fun Run and Bike Ride for April 17, 2021. We are excited to be able to have this event, even if it is not when we originally planned. W… https://t.co/JtAMYl9yiE
New Event 25th Annual Fire Ant Tour – Gatesville, TX https://t.co/gdARCNvPYWhttps://t.co/X01Oivzcch
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2021
Get out of the city and come ride through scenic Coryell County on your choice of routes that are approximately 10, 32, 50 miles and 100 K (approx. 62… https://t.co/jkFF6jEMB9
New Event 2021 Red River Riot – Muenster, TX https://t.co/rlspXilqTy
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2021
The original Texas gravel grinder is back and in full swing in conjunction with our friends at 4R Ranch Vineyards & Winery! The Red River Valley is famous for providing the best grave… https://t.co/IXkixdpnna
New Event 25th Annual Fire Ant Tour – Gatesville, TX https://t.co/gdARCNvPYW
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 4, 2021
Get out of the city and come ride through scenic Coryell County on your choice of routes that are approximately 10, 32, 50 miles and 100 K (approx. 62.5 mi) on paved county r… https://t.co/okRREkDFWG
New Event FWBA Burleson and Beyond Ride – Burleson, TX https://t.co/h9h59p5gGw
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
Contact Information
Chad Cline
817-996-7584
Enjoy the quiet, beautiful rural roads of Johnson County. Routes of 40-54 miles are available and no one gets lef… https://t.co/TFTfrl6tHa
New Event Different Spokes for Different Folks. All Groups A,B, and B minus Rides.
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
El Paso Bicycle Club
All groups ! Groups A,B, B minus meet-up time 7:45 a.m.roll-out 8:00 a.m.REMINDER: FACE MASKS REQUIRED EXCEPT WHEN RIDING. Wear face covering while i… https://t.co/EelMo2xpA3
New Event Different Spokes for Different Folks. All Groups A,B, and B minus Rides.
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
El Paso Bicycle Club
All groups ! Groups A,B, B minus meet-up time 7:45 a.m.roll-out 8:00 a.m.REMINDER: FACE MASKS REQUIRED EXCEPT WHEN RIDING. Wear face covering while i… https://t.co/mCrWsuUIwb
New Event Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – El Paso, TX El Paso Bicycle Club
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – This is what follows WNW after the time change for those who can or don't work. Same route as WNR. Depart from Rio Plaza at 3 p.m. Leaderless … https://t.co/WdSq4UlVxx
New Event Caldwell County Classic – Dale, TX Caldwell County Classic at Dale, TXhttps://t.co/6Oh5zOuYVv
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
Men’s Open 9:00 AM 68 miles Cash top 3 $40
A 50/50 mix of pave' and gravel lollipop course on the beautiful roads of… https://t.co/jRO36LiYEO
New Event Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – El Paso, TX Across from Rio Plaza (Park across from strip center at 6205 Upper Valley Rd (just north of Artcraft), El Paso, TX)
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 5, 2021
El Paso Bicycle Club
Wednesday Afternoon Ride (WAR) – This is what follows WNW aft… https://t.co/uObldmzs0X