Texas Biking News December 9th 2021
Ghost bike to be unveiled for slain rider in north Houston
Jay R. Jordan | www.chron.com
Joel Middaugh was killed by a driver Nov. 29 along West Little York Road. Police say the driver was intoxicated.
Nearly two weeks after the death of cyclist Joel Middaugh, organizers will erect a memorial to the Houston father and art model who was killed Nov. 29 while riding a bike in the city’s north side.
Organizers with Houston Ghost Bike will place a signature white two-wheeler near the spot where the 38-year-old was struck and killed along the 2800 block of West Little York Road. The unveiling will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday near Sylvester Turner Park.
In Houston and …
Status of White Oak bayou construction? from bikehouston
88-Year-Old Frederic Schmid Wins 37th National Title!
FloBikes | www.youtube.com
Frederic Schmid of Waco Texas overcame an icy course outside of Chicago to win the 85+ masters cyclocross national title.
Design phase begins for Bergstrom Spur Trail in southeast Austin
Author: Conner Board | www.kvue.com
The project will convert the old Bergstrom Spur railroad tracks into a 6.5-mile long walking and biking trail meant to serve the southeast Austin community.
AUSTIN, Texas — A new walking and biking trail is being created in southeast Austin.
The "rails-to-trails" project will convert the old Bergstrom Spur railroad tracks into the 6.5-mile Bergstrom Spur Trail. It will start along Vinson Drive in the St. Elmo area, go under Interstate 35, past Todd Lane and will then stretch all the way to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
“What I’m most excited about is that this is Austin’s first rails-to-trails project,” said Katie Wettick, the Urban Trails Program manager with the City of Austin’s Public Works Department. “So …
Hundreds attend 7th annual Spirit of Giving Community Christmas Party
By Carol Amlin | www.ntxe-news.com
Bonham, Texas — The 7th annual Spirit of Giving Community Christmas Party was held on the parking lot of the First Presbyterian Church of Bonham on November 20, 2021. …
… The morning concluded with 88 bicycles given away by drawing. The bikes were donated by First Presbyterian Church members and some other individual donors. …
2022 Bicycling Travel Awards
By Caitlin Giddings | www.bicycling.com
f traveling by bike has taught us anything, it’s that there’s no better way to experience the history, food, and culture of a region. The past year and a half put a damper on our travel plans and brought more isolation and anxiety into our lives. But it hasn’t pumped the brakes on our wanderlust. If anything, we’re more ready for a two-wheeled escape where our biggest concerns are the simple essentials: where to rest, find water and food, and ride next.
The cycling adventures on our list are long and short, local and international, self-guided and led by the pros. Whether you want to cruise singletrack for a …
… – BEST WINTER ESCAPE – Texas Hill Country Loop
4–5 days | 311 miles | self-guided | moderate | road
If you live in the northern U.S., your mood level and vitamin D likely bottom out around February after months of gray skies, sleet, and trainer riding. That’s the ideal time of year to escape south and take on this 311-mile paved loop mapped by the Adventure Cycling Association. The route starts and ends in downtown Austin near the Texas state capitol, where you can down all the breakfast tacos you can handle at Veracruz All Natural. Next, you’ll head out to gorgeous hill country on mostly rural county and state roads, outlined by blankets of bluebonnets and other wildflowers. You won’t want to miss a stop in Fredericksburg, known for its wineries and German heritage sites. This route is easy to customize with numerous options to shorten your trip or add destinations like the otherworldly Summit Trail at Enchanted Rock. …
Texas Biking from Twitter
BikeDFW will join us as we talk about biking in Dallas and the Santa Fe Trail's master plan. Red Star Bicycles will have some FREE helmets they are giving away.
— Santa Fe Trail (@FoSFT) December 10, 2021
We will have complimentary coffee from Noble Coyote Coffee and Amaretti cookies from Haute Sweets Patisserie.
Lights on Bikes ride is Tuesday (12/14) at 6:30 PM starting in the parking lot near Eureka Park. Hosted by Denton Women Cyclists, the ride will be a casual 6-9 miles. All ages welcomed. Event info: https://t.co/L1bsueAIhK pic.twitter.com/0Z1wbZ2Dgr
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) December 9, 2021
Come join us Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for free bike checks from Red Star Bicycles in Deep Ellum in their parking lot! @redstarbicycles @BikeDFW pic.twitter.com/54kgiwbbio
— Santa Fe Trail (@FoSFT) December 9, 2021
2021 @USACycling Cyclocross Nationals: Master Men 40-44 Cat 1/2/3 RESULTS & Lap Time Report. @DiscoverDuPage @CantignyPark @USACyclingLive #CXNats #DisoverDuPage pic.twitter.com/AhxY83L1rr
— One2Go_Results (@One2Go_Results) December 9, 2021
Taking FHWA on a bike ride in Northline and showing what we destroy if we don't #stopi45 from tearing up our neighborhoods. pic.twitter.com/4kpE14KrKf
— NorthlineLex (@NorthlineLex) December 9, 2021
2021 @USACycling Cyclocross Nationals: Master Men 55-59 RESULTS & Lap Time Report. @DiscoverDuPage @CantignyPark @USACyclingLive #CXNats #DisoverDuPage pic.twitter.com/MjNiRj2Xjl
— One2Go_Results (@One2Go_Results) December 9, 2021
Join us for a 5-Mile Social Bike Ride! Check-in begins at 8:45AM, the ride will begin at 9:15AM. Check out this new trail, wear holiday attire, enjoy snacks & hear more about the next stage of this project. For more info, visit:https://t.co/wLb8RuaEiQ#ParksByYou #BayouGreenway pic.twitter.com/QZM4qT7uwk
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) December 9, 2021
https://twitter.com/BBQ44/status/1469055773527486464
2021 @USACycling Cyclocross Nationals: Master Men 45-49 Cat 1/2/3 Lap Time Report. @DiscoverDuPage @CantignyPark @USACyclingLive #CXNats #DisoverDuPage pic.twitter.com/HRXggdCvAt
— One2Go_Results (@One2Go_Results) December 9, 2021
early morning miles ???? | #OptOutside | @Strava: https://t.co/h0jFye0Xlq pic.twitter.com/Ivr8m6U3Kw
— Nate Eguia (@N8d0gg7) December 9, 2021
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Chainbreaker 10/50 – Brownsville, TX Chainbreaker 10/50 at Brownsville, TXhttps://t.co/uLhMhV7tAKhttps://t.co/doZp9VQ3N6
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 10, 2021
Solo Racers
Category Start Time Distance Prizes Field Limit Fee
Solo – Open Men 8:00 … https://t.co/Fn1jO0r0fW
New Event 2022 Tour de Braz – Alvin, TX https://t.co/ayqPmHVTOw
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 10, 2021
The 29th Annual Tour de Braz Bike Ride will be held Saturday, April 9th, 2022. The ride starts at Alvin Community College and tours through the beautiful Brazoria County Countryside. This … https://t.co/ehg06en2w2
New Event Liberty Freedom Ride 2022 – Liberty, TX https://t.co/RQNIFUCTgS
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 10, 2021
The Liberty Freedom Ride takes you through the countryside of Liberty County. We are just a stone's throw away from the Houston metro area but we retain the rural roots that brou… https://t.co/JXm2MA1UAm
New Event Baytown YMCA Gator Ride 2022 – Baytown, TX https://t.co/zLxX7Vj6U1
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 10, 2021
Event Day Schedule
6:30 – 7:15 am
Contactless Bib Pick-Up
7:30-8:15 am
Start
8:30 am
Family Ride Start
The YMCA Gator Ride is a Baytown tradition and will celebrate 33 … https://t.co/y1tzKOmci5