Texas Bicycling News – January 17, 2023
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas — The moment Monaco Jones got on a bike there was no looking back.
The 7-year-old first grader is now a rising star in the BMX scene.
He is ranked number one in his age group in the U.S. South-Central Region, and recently took 4th place at the Race of Champions 2022.
His mother, Lauren Maignaud, tells ABC13 Jones was diagnosed with autism when he was in Kindergarten and BMX riding has helped him in so many ways
"It helps him create more friends – being put in a more in a social environment with all these other riders, I think it helps his confidence" Maignaud said.
TxDOT seeks community input, Pharr District Bicycle Plan
by: Lesly Hinojosa | www.valleycentral.com
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As a part of the Texas Transportation Plan, residents in the Rio Grande Valley are encouraged to take part in a statewide bicycle analysis survey.
This survey will help the Texas Department of Transportation address safety concerns bicyclists face on the streets such as lack of bike lanes, unpaved shoulders, poor lighting and road barriers.
Residents can also share ideas and suggestions for new bike lane locations, changes to existing bikeways, and additional safety measures.
“This plan will focus on improving opportunities to ride a bicycle along, across and near …
Pedaling along: Kingwood bicycle shop 29ers Bike Shop offers array of options for riders of all ages
By Wesley Gardner | communityimpact.com
When Ross Lapham set out to purchase a bicycle for his family to get out of the house during the COVID-19 lockdown, he had no idea the venture would turn into a business.
“At the time, there was a high demand for bikes and a very low supply, so that made the bikes not only hard to get, but also very expensive,” Lapham said.
After an extensive search, Lapham was finally able to secure a bicycle, but an incident with a nearby shop that sold his preordered bike before he could pick it up left him concerned.
“If these guys are doing this, then I thought, ‘I could do a better job of offering this community a better service,’” Lapham said. …
Upcoming Rides
Fort Worth Bicycling Association | www.fwbaclub.org
Burleson and Beyond
Thu, January 19, 2023 9:00 AM
Spokes Parking Lot, 155 W Bufford St., Burleson, TX
Rusty Romp
Thu, January 19, 2023 9:00 AM
Benbrook YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126
Chisholm Rusty Chain Gang Ramble
Tue, January 24, 2023 9:00 AM
4936 McPherson Blvd, Fort Worth, TX
Rusty Romp Tuesday Edition
Tue, January 24, 2023 9:00 AM
Benbrook YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126
Burleson and Beyond
Thu, January 26, 2023 9:00 AM
Spokes Parking Lot, 155 W Bufford St., Burleson, TX
Rusty Romp
Thu, January 26, 2023 9:00 AM
Benbrook YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126
Chisholm Rusty Chain Gang Ramble
Tue, January 31, 2023 9:00 AM
4936 McPherson Blvd, Fort Worth, TX
Tuesday San Antonio, Texas
Eduardo Salas (Cyclones) | strava.com
Texas Biking from Twitter
Here's a special surprise for everyone…
— The Spinistry (@Spinistry) January 17, 2023
Regency Bridge Rumble signup is now open! Here's another surprise…Early Bird signup is FREE for Club Spinistry members until 1/31 OR it could be extended if we find a cool sponsor.
Spread the word, spread the love! Link in Bio. pic.twitter.com/Rw0Dcyv3Lt
My crooked line from @stelmobrewing to @SaintArnold #saint2saint https://t.co/mcZL2xxrgk pic.twitter.com/r56cFRN7tu
— Aaron N. Chamberlain ? (@elmachuca) January 17, 2023
Don't be distracted by naysayers! 11th, Blodgett are NOT one off projects, similar work coming to Shephard/Durham, N. Main, Airline, Montrose Blvd. "Leaders" whining about engagement pretend they don't have agency because they don't like the answer. https://t.co/fL8uReNEin
— Prioritize people over cars #fatboyonabike (@gratifihouston) January 17, 2023
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Rocky Hill Roundup – Smithville, TX Rocky Hill Roundup at Smithville, TXhttps://t.co/K6rqHQBpROhttps://t.co/yxaNNENMAq
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 18, 2023
Adult / Child Team 2:30 PM 5 km Awards for top 3 $20
Adult Men 2:30 PM 5 km C… https://t.co/uQtN1IfFV4
New Event Queer Gravel & All Bodies on Bikes Austin Ride Queer Gravel & All Bodies on Bikes Austin Ride at Austin, TXhttps://t.co/zCB6513g3Yhttps://t.co/7hsCxrkfJc
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 17, 2023
Queer Gravel + All Bodies on Bikes are teaming up for a social ride in Austin, Texa… https://t.co/CeVfOSOocX