Texas Bicycling News August 26th 2022
HH100: Mountain Bike off-road trail race and rides challenge cyclists
by: Curtis Jackson | www.texomashomepage.com
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Voted the best urban off-road trail in the entire state, the Wee-Chi-Tah Bike Trail saw plenty of action Friday during the off-road ride and run events.
We are less than 24 hours away from the largest 100-mile bike ride in the nation, the 41st Annual Hotter’N Hell Hundred, consisting of multiple events, including the Wee-Chi-Tah Mountain Bike races and runs.
“We’re kind of the stepchildren; we get to come out here and play in the dirt on Fridays, so we’re doing the off-road on our Wee-Chi-Tah Trail that’s out here that everybody can ride throughout the year,” HHH Steering Committee member Michael Boyle said. …
Hotter’N Hell Hundred Roaming Around Friday 8/26/2022
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Woman facing multiple charges after striking cyclist with vehicle in South Austin
By FOX 7 Austin Digital Team | www.fox7austin.com
AUSTIN, Texas – A 52-year-old woman has been charged with a third-degree felony after striking a cyclist with her car in South Austin.
According to the arrest affidavit, a University of Texas at Austin police officer was traveling westbound on W SH 71 around 9:59 p.m. on August 22, 2022. The officer noticed a vehicle in front of him unable to stay within a single lane of traffic. The officer turned his dash camera on, and just as the officer began recording, the vehicle in front of him veered out of the lane, striking a male on a bicycle.
The officer and an uninvolved vehicle stopped to render aid to the cyclist. The affidavit states the cyclist was "bleeding in the middle of the state highway."
The responding officer says the vehicle that hit the cyclist, a gray Nissan, …
Video: Hotter’N Hell kicks off first day of festivities
By Alex Carrion | www.newschannel6now.com
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – Events for the 41st Hotter’N Hell Hundred got underway Thursday and will continue into the weekend. Cycling enthusiasts from all over were excited to attend the HHH consumer show.
The MPEC was packed full of items to get cyclists ready for Saturday. You could find plenty of vendors selling cycling gear and clothing. There were also sports massages, packet pickup, and late registration for those just getting into town.
“Of course, the 100 miles is always an accomplishment you know there’s always a point when I’m out there on the road and it’s stupid,” Bill Frasier, HHH rider, said. “But I’ll get emotional because I’m like, ‘Oh my God I’m doing this. It’s awesome.’”
Riders and enthusiasts could not hold back their excitement while talking about one of the largest bike rides in the nation.
“That sense of accomplishment coming …
Video: HCSO: Man found dead in possible dog attack in Channelview area
Author: Adam Bennett, Jaime E. Galvan | www.khou.com
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Deputies are investigating a suspected dog attack after a man’s body was found just feet away from his bicycle in the Channelview area early Friday morning.
Investigators with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said the body was found at about 1 a.m. with multiple puncture wounds. It is not clear how long the body had been there.
The body appeared to have been dragged away from the bicycle, investigators said. They added that it is not clear how many dogs may have been involved, but that the area is known for packs of stray dogs.
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the body was found on Garlang Street near Sheldon Road near some commercial lots after it was spotted by a driver passing by.
The sheriff said the victim appears to be a …
Correct spelling of street is Garlang. https://t.co/5jo4YLAZ2v
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) August 26, 2022
H.E.A.R.T.S. Museum supports Texas Brotherhood Ride
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The H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum of Texas is set to support and welcome the Texas Brotherhood Ride at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at the Walker County Storm Shelter.
The Texas Brotherhood ride is an annual bicycle journey across the state to honor first responders who died in the line of duty and provide support to their families.
Tara Burnett of the H.E.A.R.T.S. Veterans Museum said there will be a presentation honoring two from Walker County and about 10 riders will be staying in town that night.
Riders must all be first responders and are required to have either a road or tri bike. Just like in their professions, they continue the teamwork aspect during the ride – riding together, eating together and bunking together.
Support personnel are divided into …
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A man found dead near a bicycle early Friday is believed to have been killed in an "aggressive dog attack," Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. https://t.co/5iRgkaULFa
— Houston Chronicle (@HoustonChron) August 27, 2022