Texas Bicycling News – January 20, 2023
Metro could take over Houston’s BCycle, spending $500K to help people get to bus and train stops
Dug Begley | www.houstonchronicle.com
A BCycle station at Sawyer Yards is photographed Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, in Houston. Metropolitan Transit Authority is considering a plan to take over bike sharing in the Houston area, shifting the focus from mostly recreational trips to connecting riders to transit or short trips. Yi-Chin Lee/Staff photographer
The Houston area’s biggest bus operator is considering getting in the bike business, infusing up to $500,000 into the city’s network of docked two-wheelers.
Under the proposal, scheduled for a vote by the Metropolitan Transit Authority board next week, Metro would take over bike sharing in the area and integrate it into its own plans for encouraging bus and train riders to access stops.
“Anything that is engaged in moving people, we need to be part of that,” Metro CEO Tom Lambert said Wednesday.
The proposed partnership is …
‘All’s right in the world’ | Houston nonprofit gives new life to unwanted bicycles
Author: Brandi Smith | www.khou.com
HOUSTON — If you have an old bike lying in your garage or need a bike for yourself or your child, you need to know about a Houston event happening on Jan. 21. Recycled Cycles of Texas takes in old bikes, fixes them up and then donates them to kids and adults who need them — for free!
It’s hosting its first-ever pop-up. Called "Have 1, Leave 1, Need 1, Take 1," the event is exactly what it sounds like. If you have a bike that’s old, damaged or unused for any other reason, you can drop it off. Alternatively, if you want a bike but can’t afford one, this is your chance to give a refurbished bike new life.
"To see a kid ride away on a bicycle, I mean, there’s …
Now with an Omnium!
www.cedarhillracefestival.org
While we don’t officially have an omnium competition listed in our technical guide as part of our race weekend we ARE going to tabulate omnium standings for the weekend based upon the combined results from all 3 races (RR, TT, RR). We’ll then do a separate omnium podium after the Bike Mart Sunday Road Race and if I have enough medals in stock we’ll distribute medals as well.
No need to sign-up separately for the omnium. As long as you are registered to race the same category in both road races and the TT you’ll be part of the omnium standings.
Greater Longview United Way, city team for ‘Born Learning Trails’
www.news-journal.com
The Greater Longview United Way has formed a partnership with the city of Longview to bring "Born Learning Trails" to the community.
The trails are outdoor learning spaces designed to support early childhood development and promote physical activity, according to the city.
These trails, which will be in parks throughout Longview, feature interactive signs and activities that encourage parents and caregivers to engage with their young children in fun, educational ways, according to the city. The trails are designed to be used by children up to age 5 and will focus on key areas such as literacy, math and science.
"We are thrilled to be …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Trail Infrastructure Ride #7! Today we’re exploring the future connections between the Northaven Trail and Bachman Lake. In addition to some of the usual suspects, we’re joined today by Susanna, David, and others from @BachmanLake. ? by Director Jenkins. 1/ pic.twitter.com/8p2qSeNFZM
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) January 20, 2023
Reaching Denton Drive, there’s decent bicycle infrastructure here with a reasonably wide bicycle lane. It ends at Walnut Hill. Susanna tells us the vision for Denton Drive is to extend the bicycle lane all the way to the lake. 3/ pic.twitter.com/SxkZ5KJmoJ
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) January 20, 2023
On Walnut Hill, my D6 colleague Tim Dickey (sporting a @Rudy_Karimi safety vest) and I lament to dubious infrastructure (multiple impediments in the sidewalks) but we do at least pass another wayfinding sign. 5/ pic.twitter.com/cJjuJVEZWg
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) January 20, 2023
Provide your input! Help identify opportunities to develop bikeway networks integrated with the state system to improve safety, connectivity, and access within and between districts.
— Alamo Area MPO (@AlamoAreaMPO) January 20, 2023
Participate in the San Antonio District Bicycle Plan Survey ?https://t.co/rJLwbDBc7G
?TxDOT pic.twitter.com/vrASuI6jbs
STOLEN – Gray Specialized RHW309968508 in Fort Worth, TX https://t.co/rC5OKPr6tL pic.twitter.com/dlI7kt5pja
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) January 20, 2023
STOLEN – Blue Specialized RHW265656128 in Fort Worth, TX https://t.co/JPf4DWW1c8 pic.twitter.com/YMGE5Hsgif
— Bike Index (@bikeindexstolen) January 20, 2023
This will help shape the landscape for the city of Houston for years to come where cyclists and pedestrians are concerned.
— Houston Bike Guy (@BCycle_Myles) January 20, 2023
I hope to see Metro fully realize the potential of "cross pollination" of multi-modal transportation options in Houston. https://t.co/JfyaJQ8rfz
Trail Infrastructure Ride #7 about to start! pic.twitter.com/hAnTA9QCtC
— Jeff Kitner (@JeffKitner) January 20, 2023
Denton police need help identifying a driver who struck a man on a bicycle and then fled the scene on Mingo Rd near Old North on Wednesday night. https://t.co/NL6pTorwyu
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) January 20, 2023
UNT students: Have you visited the new mobile bike shop on campus? https://t.co/ehBbTTM0H3
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) January 20, 2023
Good news for Houston. https://t.co/PBz8mFH8LT
— BikeHouston (@BikeHouston) January 20, 2023
New Event Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Black History Bike Ride – Austin, TX https://t.co/5A1U4I6BnN
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) January 21, 2023
Location: Barbara Jordan Statue by Bruce Wolfe
To ring in the official month-long celebration of Black history this February, we’re hosting a special ride that focuses on sever… https://t.co/OLMB4RUa4X