Texas Bicycling News April 26th 2022
Project Hero ride for PTSD awareness making pit stop in Austin
Author: Drew Knight | www.kvue.com
The 300-plus-mile ride will include breakpoints in Austin and Georgetown.
AUSTIN, Texas — More than 50 wounded veterans are currently rolling across the state of Texas as part of the 2022 Project Hero: Ride 2 Recovery Texas Challenge in hopes of raising awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The riders are biking from San Antonio to Arlington, with a stop in Austin and Georgetown on Tuesday and Wednesday.
"Long-distance bike rides are interesting and demanding physical and mental challenges for even the ablest riders – but this one, in particular, achieves great things for the riders and in raising awareness of the challenges many veterans face daily," said organizers. "The Texas Challenge is offered by Project Hero, a nonprofit organization, that was founded in 2008 with …
Fort Hood to welcome injured vets cycling in Ride 2 Recovery
By Jana Lynn Kilcrease | kdhnews.com
More than 40 cyclists and their supporters will be welcomed by officials at Fort Hood Thursday as they stop on their way from San Antonio to Fort Worth. The six-day ride Ride 2 Recovery Challenge spans 500 miles and is a part of Project Hero, a national nonprofit organization.
Founded in 2008, Project Hero is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans and first responders affected by post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury and other injuries achieve rehabilitation, recovery and resilience in their daily lives.
The group began the ride Monday and made their first stop in Austin. From there cyclists rode to Georgetown Tuesday and will arrive in Killeen Wednesday. Riders will depart at 10 a.m. Thursday from the …
Doing the MS-150 Houston-to-College Station: How much thunderstorm threat does it take to cancel the ride? from bikehouston
A new trail will link Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington and more cities. What should it be called?
By Sarah Bahari | www.dallasnews.com
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A long-awaited pedestrian and cycling trail will soon span Dallas to Fort Worth, connecting several cities along the way.
Completion of the 66-mile trail is expected in 2024, but it’s still missing one big thing: a name.
The North Central Texas Council of Governments has narrowed the name to two possibilities — DFW Discovery Trail and DFW Trinity Trail — and is asking people to choose their favorite.
An online survey will be available for the next month.
In addition to the name, participants are asked to choose between two logo options. Both the name and logo choices were developed with public input through a virtual open house last year.
Once complete, the trail will link Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving and Grand Prairie. More than 50 miles are …
Texas Renaissance Festival’s King and his Court to Volunteer at the Annual Bike MS on Saturday, April 30
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TODD MISSION, Texas, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texas Renaissance Festival today announced that a Bike MS: Texas MS 150 Rest Stop will be taken over by The King and some of his subjects on Saturday, April 30.
"It’s important that everyone shows support for each other, in and out of the Kingdom" says The King. "Hosting a rest stop for cyclers to stop by, refresh and hydrate, and continue on their noble journey is an easy way for the court to show their support to the MS community." …
DPS investigates a deadly bike crash
by: Dean Wetherbee | www.fox44news.com
McLennan County – (FOX 44) Texas DPS troopers are investigating a deadly crash involving a bicycle rider and a Ford Expedition.
Troopers say at 10 p.m. Monday night, the Ford going south on FM 2490 near Childress Creek Dr. hit a bicyclist who was in the roadway northwest of Waco.
The rider, 32-year-old Sara Castillo of Waco, died at the scene.
No other injuries were reported.
As this is an ongoing investigation, no charges have been filed at this time.
DPS reminds bicyclists to wear bright clothing during the day and reflective materials and/or use a flashlight at night.
Billy Roy Smith 1959 – 2022
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Billy Roy Smith, 62, of San Antonio and formally of Dallas Texas, went to join in the heavenly party on April 3rd, 2022, due to a bicycle accident. Born June 7, 1959, in Portales NM, Billy lived in Dora and Causey NM (‘1960-63), Crownpoint NM (’63-70), Gallup NM (’70-77), Lubbock TX (’77-84), Portales NM (’84-89), Dallas TX (’89-21) and San Antonio TX (’21-22). Billy graduated from Gallup HS, where he ran track, was in the National Honor Society, NM Boys State representative, was on the Senior Executive committee and was voted "Mr. Spirit". Billy was a graduate of Texas Tech University (BS "84 in Education) and Eastern NM University (MA ’88 in Communication). While at Texas Tech, Billy was a Saddle Tramp (’80-84), Raider Red- Spring of ’81 and a Texas Tech Cheerleader for 3 years. He was a NCA instructor from 1980-86. While in Lubbock, he was employed at Devault Floral and the Copper Caboose Restaurant. Billy taught English and coached basketball and track at Portales Jr. High from 1985-88. He started and sponsored the "Red Rockers" and …
Spring 2022 Tours
By Doug Yotty | www.crazyguyonabike.com
Day 11: Wrap up and miscellaneous
Tuesday April 19, 2022 My ride totals for this Adventure Cycling Big Bend Spring II are:
Total miles for the 9 days , 374.4 miles in 30 hrs, 53 minutes, an average of 12.1 mph. Maximum speed was 41.7 mph we went up 15,249 feet. Averages were 41.6 miles/day in 3:26 minutes with an average climb of 1,694 feet/day.
Now for miscellaneous pictures taken by various people during the trip.
Increasing Cycling Speed 4232022
Veloharmony | www.youtube.com
Narrated group ride cycling with tips for improving your cycling through drafting, pre-ride preparation and post ride recovery. Prologue: 00:00 Route Map: 00:51 Leaving Crust Pizza & Warming up on Research Forest Blvd: 02:17 FM 1488 West – The open Road: 16:54 Hwy 149 Northbound: 38:28 Jackson Road North: 46:17 FM 1486 North: 1:00:00 MT. Mariah Road: 1:07:20
Tuesday Night Hustle.
Adrian Williams (So. Elite) | strava.com
Evening Ride
Freddie Randolph | strava.com
Boerne Express with MTCCSA
Mark Noblitt MTCCSA | strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
Buda to Georgetown – Day 2 ??
— Project Hero (@R2RProjectHero) April 27, 2022
3 schools and some incredible law enforcement support helped us close out our afternoon.
????: @jason_whitman #WeAreProjectHero #WeAreChampionX #TexasChallen pic.twitter.com/RYvokougoF
This was such a wonderful day! A bike tour of parks by trail, plus giving out bikes, with @atxyellowbike & @foundcom!
— Red Line Parkway Initiative (@RedLineParkway) April 26, 2022
Crystal was so happy to have a new way to get outside, incl. taking @RedLineParkway to @TTFAustin & Austin parks without having to ride with cars.@railstotrails https://t.co/Ho8Xckfu3B
#BikeMonth resources and #TTAT2022 in this month's BikeTexas Today: https://t.co/Jk1IUk25nw pic.twitter.com/y4tJR69yd3
— BikeTexas (@BikeTexas) April 27, 2022
More than 50 wounded veterans are currently rolling across the state of Texas as part of the 2022 Project Hero: Ride 2 Recovery Texas Challenge in hopes of raising awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). https://t.co/RO9hg9kNX0
— KVUE News (@KVUE) April 26, 2022
The connection will include the most advanced signalization in Dallas for safer crosswalks and traffic movements, lighting (including under the DART/TRE line and I-35E) and the city's first mid-intersection crossing for a direct and protected path through this busy intersection.
— The Loop (@TheLoopDallas) April 26, 2022
The construction award for the critical connection between the iconic Katy Trail and booming Design District's Trinity Strand Trail will be presented to the City Council on April 27.
— The Loop (@TheLoopDallas) April 26, 2022
The @texasstateparks await the @texasms150 (Austin Start) riders this weekend. Bastrop & Buescher are just a few of the gems in the #3 ride in the land. #texasms150 #ouroffice #causecycling pic.twitter.com/R6pjX8HTR4
— Cadence Sports (@cadencesports) April 26, 2022
STOLEN – Gray Trek Crossrip 2 in Downtown Austin https://t.co/p3yEly2xq6
— BikeIndex Austin (@stolenbikesatx) April 26, 2022
Believe it or not—San Antonio and the surrounding area has more than 75 miles of developed, multiuse trails where cyclists of all skill levels can ride. Not sure where to begin? Consider these 10 trails your starting point.https://t.co/TR5GqZ0uW3
— San Antonio Magazine (@SanAntonioMag) April 26, 2022
May is #BikeMonth! Here's how you can celebrate: pic.twitter.com/cX0DzV7v7B
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) April 26, 2022
Sunday, May 1st is National Ride a Bike Day. Try biking to the polls, which are open 11 AM – 5 PM this day. Election info: https://t.co/vmFtkUGNDo#BikeToVote
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) April 26, 2022
Tuesday, May 3rd at 6:30 PM is the Bike Month Proclamation at Denton City Hall (215 E McKinney St). Stop by to show your support for a bike-friendly Denton! More info: https://t.co/LlyLSNHDKw pic.twitter.com/J7RB4pgGTq
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) April 26, 2022
Wednesday, May 4th is Bike & Roll to School Day. Whether you are a college student or the parent of children, celebrate by biking to school this day!#BikeToSchool pic.twitter.com/NGeTu6yOP7
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) April 26, 2022
Friday, May 20th is Bike to Work Day. Bike to Work Week is May 16-22. Check our our Resources page for route ideas and bicycle commuting tips: https://t.co/E27lkBIjYU#BikeToWork pic.twitter.com/rA60LUAWir
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) April 26, 2022
Grammy and the 4 yr old took me on a great Carver Library ride. Little one was gifted a jawbone with teeth from this guy who is Alice insists is the most interesting man she’s ever met. #ATX pic.twitter.com/Nh2uzGjVr5
— Martin Russell ????????????? (@russell_dallas) April 26, 2022
TxDOT says the pedestrian bridge will close April 28. https://t.co/6ZRY6tNDH9
— East Dallas Advocate (@Advocate_ED) April 26, 2022
Another @HoustonBCycle unicorn with colorful tires. pic.twitter.com/OgpIzeuFBC
— Simon (@simontrose) April 26, 2022
Tomorrow ? pic.twitter.com/rjdTg2a5NG
— TTUParking (@TTUParking) April 26, 2022
I named a segment on Strava. "The Suicide Dash". Although only a 1/4 stretch on Hwy 69, cars travel 70+ MPH downhill. Nothing like a little early morning excitement watching the headlights crest the hill as you race for your turn. pic.twitter.com/Syo9Cj6Ky2
— Maurice Peterson ???????????????? (@OregonPioneer) April 26, 2022
The only way to make this bike rack sitch any worse is to simply not have one. pic.twitter.com/b356hyA5us
— C. Alan Pritchardo (@cubbie9000) April 26, 2022
Cast your vote for the new name and logo! The regional trail that will connect Fort Worth to Dallas is getting a name and brand. Visit https://t.co/5MUkjOl08R to vote! pic.twitter.com/s3K8SRwBZt
— NCTCOGTransportation (@NCTCOGtrans) April 26, 2022
Ride the 2022 ATLAS Ride on June 4th with the 2022 Team on Day 1 of their cancer fighting journey! Register at https://t.co/u72naa1vBF#cycling #fightingcancer #event #austin #lampasastx #UTAustin #texas4000 pic.twitter.com/LR0wKdSash
— Texas 4000 (@Texas4000) April 26, 2022
My destination is energy corridor north of i10. I’m not sure that route offers a lot of advantages. It’s like north on Kirkwood or west on westview in the morning. What really needs to happen is protected bike lanes on Memorial Drive between 610 and Chimney Rock. @BikeHouston
— Simon (@simontrose) April 26, 2022