Texas Bicycling News August 23rd 2022
"Grava del Fuego:" Gravel bike ride rounds out HHH bicycle races
Cecil Witherspoon | www.timesrecordnews.com
It’s described as a laid-back race, but few bike rides have a more dramatic name than Grava del Fuego.
“Gravel of fire,” the English translation of the Grava del Fuego bike ride, combines the heat inherent to all HHH races with the gravel roads the race itself takes place on. …
Crosspost from /r/houston – Discussion of White Oak Bayou Trail construction west of Beltway 8 from bikehouston
Stephen Craig Gray
www.legacy.com
tephen (Steve) Craig Gray was born on April 2, 1959, in Dallas, Texas to Joy and Herb Gray.
Steve passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 20, 2022, doing what he loved.
Steve spent most of his life in San Antonio. He graduated from Marshall High School in San Antonio.
After completing his studies at the University of Texas in Austin, he started a long and successful career in south Texas real estate. He was an avid and passionate Longhorn.
Steve had many talents and interests, but it was his relationships with others that were most important to him. He was thoughtful and kind to others and had a heart of gold. Going out of his way anytime to help and be of service to others was something he loved. Steve could always be counted on when anyone in need asked for help. He recently celebrated 21 years of sobriety. His love and gratitude for his recovery is evident by the impact he had on the countless men and women in recovery that he helped.
Steve was a good athlete and loved all kinds of outdoor sports. He loved to play golf, dove hunt and go to the beach with his grandson. He was also an avid cyclist and longtime member of the San Antonio cycling community. Steve was in his "Happy Place" when he was riding his bike.
He loved outdoor cooking and spending time with his family and their dogs. He was a dedicated son, husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend.
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Texas Biking from Twitter
STOLEN – Black Cannondale Quick Cx 1 in San Antonio, TX https://t.co/HgMgCeJocN
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) August 24, 2022
Give your input on Denton's next major trail project! @dentonparks is hosting a virtual public meeting about the Pecan Creek Trail Master Plan on Tuesday, August 30th at 6 PM: https://t.co/vnBeMmJ7YJ#DentonTrails #TexasTrails pic.twitter.com/XpkHmydAGV
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) August 23, 2022
STOLEN – White Trek Marlin 5 WSD in Rowlett, TX https://t.co/gVRhHrQQsv
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) August 23, 2022
We're thrilled to announce that construction has begun on new #BayouGreenways segments along #SimsBayou and #GreensBayou as part of the Bayou Greenways initiative! More details from @FOX26Houston: https://t.co/4FS7GLGDEE#ParksByYou #HoustonParksBoard #HoustonParks #HoustonNews
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) August 23, 2022
SIMS BAYOU: In July, construction began on approx. 2 miles of Sims Bayou Greenway between Robert C. Stuart Park & FM Law Park. The new trail will include connections into three City of Houston parks – Robert C Stuart Park, Stewart Park, and FM Law Park. #Houston #Parks #Trails
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) August 23, 2022
GREENS BAYOU: Construction is also underway on 3.6-miles of Greens Bayou Greenway. This includes approx. 1 mile of trail between City of Houston's Strickland Park and Green Dolphin Street and 2 miles of trail between US 90 and Business 90. #Houston #Parks #Trails
— Houston Parks Board (@houparksboard) August 23, 2022
just @BikeReg'd for CCR Roofing Driveway Series presented by The Meteor Week 6 – https://t.co/icD7zxYJrT
— David (@wengernation) August 23, 2022
The 2022 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride is looking for volunteers to help with parking, the bike corral, and more on September 17, in Taylor, TX. It's a fun event for a great cause, if you're available!https://t.co/NF62uG8aow pic.twitter.com/fm9py9AVV4
— Safe Streets Austin (@safestreetsatx) August 23, 2022
Driveway Series registration is OPEN. If you love criteriums, or are crit curious, this is your time to shine! Reg link below.
— mellowjohnnys (@mellowjohnnys) August 23, 2022
We’re excited to see everyone next week!https://t.co/sbtuVv5IBI#rideyourbike pic.twitter.com/mM4dCZxuPP
Join our women's team and CX coach Nick Oberski for our second cyclocross skills session this Thursday!
— Violet Crown (@VioletCrownATX) August 23, 2022
This is totally free thanks to the support of @mellowjohnnys. CX, mountain, gravel and commuter bikes all work for this type of riding, so come out and give it a go! pic.twitter.com/RLfyrPY9HA
Tour de BCycle is coming soon! Stay tuned! pic.twitter.com/SoNVRm09j9
— Houston BCycle (@HoustonBCycle) August 23, 2022
Are you interested in volunteering for the 2022 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride? We have loads of exciting opportunities during ride week and on ride day! To see all the opportunities available and to sign-up, visit the link below. ????https://t.co/aUrSJ4CoU8 pic.twitter.com/UJaLiQfagS
— TX Mamma Jamma Ride (@MammaJammaRide) August 23, 2022
New bike day speed. We can and will and do help with that. ????
— Bicycle World (@BicycleWorldTx) August 23, 2022
Shop Tri Bikes Online: https://t.co/9UZgbOqiEi#DestinationLocalBikeShop #NewBikeDay #LBS #Cervelo pic.twitter.com/qgx2lsr9VQ
???? Join @MayorJensen2022 THIS Thursday for a 5-mile bike ride. Riders of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to join the casual ride. Meet at 6 p.m. Ride begins at 6:30 p.m.
— Grand Prairie Parks (@GrandFunGP) August 23, 2022
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???? Larson Elementary, 2620 E. Avenue K@gp_tx pic.twitter.com/oWT2c5OL9g
I've got withdraws I've got withdraws bad , bicycle and river withdraws a little down ( if you RIDE then YOU know) miss my friends cycling/river but this week my river comes back pic.twitter.com/a48FEQjGJr
— jerald roll (@grandpajerald) August 23, 2022