Texas Biking News March 10th 2022
Cyclist dies in I-35 crash
César Rodriguez | www.lmtonline.com
Pictured is Interstate 35 merging with Frontage Road, near the location of a fatal traffic accident on Wednesday which led to the death of a cyclist.
A cyclist died in an accident reported on Wednesday afternoon along the Interstate 35 Frontage Road in north Laredo, authorities said.
At about 4:38 p.m., police officers responded to an auto-cyclist report in the 12800 block of Frontage Road on mile marker 12B of South Interstate 35.
First officers on the scene encountered a man lying on the roadway. Police requested the assistance of the Laredo Fire Department. Crews took the man to Doctors Hospital in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead.
LPD’s Crash Team took over the investigation. …
Craddock Avenue Bike Lane Pilot Project to begin
smcorridornews.com
Beginning the week of March 14, the Public Works Department, in conjunction with the Engineering Department, is scheduled to begin work on the Craddock Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Pilot Project.
The Buffered Bike Lane Pilot Project is a 6-month trial project to collect traffic data and public input regarding the operation and impacts of the buffered bike lanes. The Pilot Project will utilize existing capacity and travel lanes.
The City will perform traffic studies to collect data before, during, and after modifications to the street lanes and monitor the performance and impacts of …
Electric bikes get second look as the borderland grapples with gas prices
By Emmanuel Esparza | kvia.com
EL PASO, Texas – At a maximum speed of 28 miles per hour, e-bikes can only go so fast. But their popularity is soaring as gas prices rise.
El Paso businesses are offering various models. Electric bikes provide you the ability to pedal like a traditional bike but give you added power to go longer distances or climb steeper hills without getting tired.
Electric bikes can cost between $1,000 to $10,000 or higher.
ABC 7 spoke to a bike expert at Crazy Cat Cyclery, who said they have new and used models that range in tiers and prices.
Harley-Davidson known more for gas-powered motorcycles has joined in on the trend – developing their own line of e-bikes.
More people pedaling past the pump amid soaring gas prices
Alicia Barrera | www.ksat.com
Transportation bicycling has become more popular throughout the years, Small Planet E-bike says
SAN ANTONIO – Pain at the pump has many considering different ways of getting around town. As the Russian-Ukraine war continues, there’s no telling how high the prices at the pump will soar or when it will end. AAA lists Texas’ gas price average at $3.93.
“We saw this exact same thing happen when the bubble popped in 2008 and 2009 and when gas prices were over $4,” Marty Schlesinger said. Schlesinger is the co-owner of Small Planet E-bike located in the King William District. …
Holland TX Classic – Heartbreaker Edition • Feb 19 2022 • Holland, TX
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Police searching for person of interest in bicycle theft case
by: Paola Cepeda | www.valleycentral.com
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Police are seeking to identify a man who is a person of interest in a theft investigation.
The Brownsville Police Department stated that on March 3, a man was captured on camera taking a bicycle from a home. …
More North Texans Considering Getting Around On Bikes Due To Surge In Gas Prices
By Alexis Wainwright | dfw.cbslocal.com
ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – With gas prices around $4.00 per gallon, some North Texans are seriously considering other forms of transportation to get around, including riding a bike.
They are weighing their options to see the best way to save money when it comes to transportation.
“We’re back up and running, bikes are back. We’re ready for the peak season,” Trek store manager Del Valley said.
A year after a bike shortage, there are …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Sonia, member of the Bike Denton leadership team, is moving to El Paso. Thank you, Sonia, for all you did to help make Denton more bike friendly. Denton will miss you! pic.twitter.com/0lCkCDoSxb
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) March 10, 2022
STOLEN – Blue Trek Dual Sport 3 S in Dallas, TX https://t.co/Kc7YkkWmw0
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) March 11, 2022
Saturday 3/12/2022 The Bagel Ride
— The Bagel Ride (@thebagelride) March 10, 2022
8:30am; Starts behind Little Woodrow's, 12601 Tech Ridge Blvd, Austin 78753
55mi (89km); a longer option may arisehttps://t.co/Uqml7nBwP5
The construction of cycling infrastructure in @HidalgoCounty in full force ?? I'm sure there still is a commissioner eager for a photo opportunity. pic.twitter.com/lCPrFL6zEq
— RGV Cycling (@CyclingRGV) March 10, 2022
Ride and Learn at 10am this Sat. 3/12!
— Red Line Parkway Initiative (@RedLineParkway) March 10, 2022
Join us for a 5-mile narrated bike tour along a portion of the Red Line Parkway.
Register: https://t.co/UIfvDi6RM9
STOLEN – Green Specialized ROCKHOPPER COMP OIS/TAR L in Houston, TX https://t.co/8UCtB5rghU
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) March 10, 2022
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Tour de Southern Walnut Creek Trail Ride! – Austin, TX March 15, 2022 at 09:00AM https://t.co/6NfD9OJhKS
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 11, 2022
New Event FWBA Rusty Romp – Benbrook, TX https://t.co/So4a8RMa2S
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) March 11, 2022
Contact Information Jim Humphrey jimbojrh@outlook.com (817) 690-5521 Rides are on, weather permitting. Check the FWBA webpage for time and arrive 30 minutes early. Rides vary… https://t.co/0zRaGnOlvE